Geraldine Mary Drabick, 86, entered eternal rest on Friday, December 3, 2021. Born in Wyoming, PA and settling in Joliet in 1941, she attended St. Cyril School and Joliet Township H.S. Geraldine retired from Prudential Insurance and loved traveling, reading and enjoying her tea. Preceding her in death are her parents; Joseph and Margaret as well as on brother; Edward. Left to cherish her memory is her one brother; Joseph. Family will receive relatives and friends on Friday, December 10,...

Eugene E. Zaletel “Doc” “Geno” Age 86 of Joliet, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 3, 2021 at Lightways Hospice surrounded by family and close friends. Born November 7, 1935 in Joliet, Geno was a son of Edward and Rose (nee Ketz) Zaletel. He was raised and educated in Joliet and graduated from St. Joseph’s Slovenian School and continued on to Joliet Township High School. Geno proudly served in the United States Army defending our freedom during the...

Geraldine Marie Baker (nee Wendell) “Geri” Age 73 of Coal City, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 3, 2021 at her home with her family by her side. Geri successfully owned and directed her own early childhood education center and collectively taught pre-school for 38 years. She was a lifelong devoted member of her church community. With that devotion came a selflessness that included going on mission trips to Africa to help those in need. Geri enjoyed numerous...

Midred M. Babich Age 95 of Joliet, passed away peacefully on Monday, November 29, 2021 at Lightways Hospice in Joliet. Mildred is preceded in death by her husband Anthony Babich and other family and friends. She is survived by her brother-in-law: Richard W. Pemble as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Per Mildred’s wishes, cremation rites have been accorded. A private service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers ,memorial contrubutions may be made in...

Earl “Muggs” McGary, age 81, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 28, 2021 at Lightways  Hospice of Joliet, with his loving sister and brother at his side. Muggs is survived by his sister, Nora Giaudrone; and his brother, Donald McGary; his beloved faithful companion, Misia; and numerous nephews, niece and cousins. He is preceded in death by his parents, Earl F. McGary Sr. and Catherine “Kate” McGary; brother-in-law, Douglas Giaudrone Sr; and nephew,...

Lawrence Alan Wlodarek “Larry” Age 78 of Crest Hill, passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 25, 2021 at home with his family by his side. Born July 20, 1943 in Chicago, Larry was a son of Joseph and Emily (nee Pienias) Wlodarek. He was raised and educated in Chicago and went on to work for Dominick’s Finer Foods for over 25 years until retiring. Larry was an avid fisherman and was happiest out on the water waiting for his next big catch. He will be most remembered...

Rossie Jean King gracefully completed her earthly assignment on Tuesday, November 23, 2021, at home in Joliet with her family by her side.  Rossie was a devoted and loving mother, grandmother, aunt, and friend. She loved nature, animals, music, cooking, playing chess, and watching Jeopardy.  Rossie was a fashionista, and her conversation was not complete until she made whomever she was conversing with laugh.      Rossie was a true southern belle - quiet, loving,...

David “Moose” Ferdinand of Frankfort IL entered eternal life on Tuesday, November 23, 2021 at the age of 70. He is preceded in death by his parents; Morton and Florence Ferdinand and his grandmother; Hannah Lindquist. Left to cherish his memory is his loving wife; Mary, his daughter; Hannah, son; Zachary and his granddaughter; Juniper. Also surviving David are his siblings; Denese Gay, Darryl Ferdinand as well as numerous family members. David “Moose” to those who...

Dean E. Johnson, age 54, passed away on Monday, November 22, 2021 with his loving family and friends by his side. Dean is survived by his loving wife, Jannine Ficarella Johnson; children, Drew (Cindy) Moody, James Johnson, Garrett (Ashley) Moody, Alexandria Johnson and Desiree (Joe Zepeda) Moody; grandchildren, Jerome Johnson, Blake Johnson, Lola Schottenloher, Rosalia Moody, Annabelle Konefal, Abigail Moody, Gabriella Diaz, Garrett Jr. Moody and Luna Johnson; father, James  (Carol)...

Samuel R.” Mr. GQ” Roe, 68, passed away on Sunday, November 21, 2021. Samuel was preceded in death by his parents; Samuel W. Roe and Patricia Roe Herbert, one brother; Christopher Roe and infant sister; Penny Roe. Left to cherish his memory is his loving wife of 23 years Sharon, children; Tim Kane, Samuel Roe, Brian Roe, Amy (Randy) Yoder and Shauna (Adam) Gregg. Also surviving Samuel are his 11 Grandchildren, two Great Grandsons as well as numerous cousins from a very large...

Cindy R. Himes Age 68 of Minooka, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 21, 2021 at Lightways Hospice in Joliet with her family by her side. Cindy was a devoted and loving wife to her husband Mark. The many years that she suffered from Lupus, Mark was always at her side. Cindy was a quiet, loving and strong woman who will be deeply missed by all of her family. She is survived by her husband of 49 and ½ years: Mark Himes; son: Daniel (Rebecca) Himes; four grandchildren: Emily,...

Andrea A. Wayland (nee’ Sefcik) Age 63 of Crest Hill, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 20, 2021 with her family by her side at Lightways Hospice in Joliet. Andrea is preceded in death by both of her parents: Andrew and Barbara Sefcik; her brother: Jeff; her grandson: James, and her great-niece: Skylar. Andrea is survived by her loving husband: Ronald Wayland; her daughters: Stefanie Cannon and Teri Marie; her son: Ron Wayland; her grandchildren: Carie Cannon and...

Daniel Bandosz “Dan” Age 93 of Crest Hill, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 19, 2021 at Ascension Living Villa Franciscan Place in Joliet. Born January 19, 1928 in Joliet, Dan was a son of Walter and Constance (Kwasnieski) Bandosz. Dan proudly served his country with the United States Army and went on to work for and retire from WB Persico Construction and was a member of Teamsters Local 179. A favorite past time of his was going fishing with his grandchildren,...

Raymond J. Papesh, age 88, of Wilmington passed away peacefully on November 18, 2021. Ray served in many roles during his life, including serving his country during the Korean War. He found and married his partner of 65 years, Marjorie (nee Conklin). Ray worked many jobs to make sure he could provide a good life for his family. He attended night school as an accounting major, which led him to his career in finance at the Department of Energy. He had a love for making sure his family was...