Obituaries
Joliet, IL Obituaries
Local obituaries for the Joliet, IL area
Barbara A. Shepherd
Mar 23, 2025
Barbara A. Shepherd (nee Bates), age 68 of Joliet, passed away peacefully in the comfort of her own home while surrounded by family on March 23, 2025. She was born to Jerome Bates and Elizabeth Bates Lemons (nee Thompson) on July 28, 1956 in Kennett, Missouri.
Barbara was born and raised in Kennett, Mo before beginning her extensive higher education journey...
Jacquelyn A. Sicinski
Mar 19, 2025
Jacquelyn A. Sicinski, of Joliet IL, passed away on March 19th, 2025, at the age of 85. Jackie was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She graduated from Joliet Central High School in 1957 and went on to work for the Farm Bureau in downtown Chicago. In her younger years she was an avid bowler involved in many leagues...
Esteban Ostiguin Niño
Mar 16, 2025
Esteban Ostiguin Niño, 87, of Joliet, Illinois, passed away on Sunday, March 16, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Esteban was a man who found joy in the simple pleasures of life—working around his home, tending to his garden, and enjoying a good tequila or beer. He had a deep love for his family and cherished spending time with them,...
Jack "Ripper" Facinelli
Mar 13, 2025
Jack “Ripper” Facinelli, age 86 of Crest Hill, returned home to be with the Lord on March 13, 2025 while in the compassionate care of his loving family in his longtime home. He was born in Joliet, IL on January 5, 1939 to his parents Henry and Mary (nee Sega) Facinelli.
Jack spent his entire life mastering the art of the...
Sandra C. Bialczak
Mar 9, 2025
Sandra C. Bialczak (“Sandee”), age 81, entered into eternal life on Sunday, March 9, 2025. Sandra is survived by her son Matthew (Lori) Bialczak, niece Elizabeth (Blake) Nelson, nephew Jason Bysina, great-niece Julia Nelson and great-nephew William Nelson; and many cherished nieces, nephews and cousins. Sandra is preceded in death by her beloved husband Victor J. Bialczak; her parents Albert...
Khamta Keoborakot
Mar 7, 2025
Khamta Keoborakot, 80, of Joliet, IL, passed away peacefully on Friday, March 7, 2025, at 11:30 AM, surrounded by her loving family.
Born in Laos in 1944, Khamta was the eldest of six siblings: Phomma, Soumda, Thavone, Phonesavanh, and Vanevisay. Khamta married Dy, and together they raised seven children: Phaymany, Sisouvanh, Saengphachanh, Souksavanh, and three children who preceded her in death....
Robert L. "The Rock" Churnovic Sr.
Mar 6, 2025
Robert L. Churnovic Sr., age 98 of Crest Hill, IL, passed away peacefully at home on March 6, 2025. He was born to Nicholas and Freida (nee Mueller) Churnovic in Joliet, IL on October 19, 1926.
Robert was raised in Crest Hill, IL before serving his country as a member of the United States Navy during World War II. He and his...
Carlos Alberto Cuevas
Mar 3, 2025
Carlos A. Cuevas, age 31, of Joliet, passed away on Monday, March 3, 2025.
He was born and raised in Joliet, where he touched many lives with his warmth, kindness, and infectious smile. Carlos graduated from Joliet West High School and furthered his education by attending Joliet Junior College before graduating from the University of Illinois at Chicago in 2016 with...
Cristhian O. Buendia Calvillo
Feb 23, 2025
Cristhian O. Buendia Calvillo, de 28 años, falleció el Domingo 23 de Febrero de 2025. Cristhian fue un hijo, hermano y amigo querido, cuyo espíritu brillante y bondad tocaron las vidas de todos los que lo conocieron.
Una Celebración de la Vida de Cristhian se llevará a cabo el Viernes 14 de Marzo de 2025, con visitas de 4:00 pm a...
Jocelyn "Joy" R. Taylor
Feb 22, 2025
Jocelyn "Joy" Rosario Taylor, 60, passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 22, 2025. She was born to Leonardo Del Rosario and Leonarda Escubil. Jocelyn was preceded in death by her father and her beloved daughter, Jacquelyn Marchand.
A dedicated and hardworking woman, Joy spent over 27 years employed at St. Joe's, where she became more than just a coworker to many....
Geraldine Anne Solley
Feb 20, 2025
Geraldine Anne Solley, 85, passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 20, 2025. She was born to the late Joseph J. and Martha (nee Chmielewski) Kravish, and was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Harold E. Solley Sr.; son, Stephen Solley; great-granddaughter, Taryn Bandringa; and brother, Wayne Kravish.
Geraldine is survived by her three children, Harry (Kim+) Solley, Pamela (Stanley) Lasinis,...
Norberta Marie Hare
Feb 19, 2025
Norberta Marie Hare of Joliet, age 64, passed away peacefully while under the expert care of Lightways Hospice in Joliet on February 19, 2025. She was born in Chicago, IL on January 29, 1961.
Norberta was a graduate of Homewood Flossmoor High School before relocating to Joliet where she met her husband, Michael Hare. Michael and Norberta shared twenty-eight happy years...
Lynn Ann Turnbull
Feb 18, 2025
Lynn Ann Turnbull of Joliet, age 64, passed away at St. Joseph Hospital in Joliet on February 18, 2025 after a devastatingly brief illness, with her loving family by her side. Lynn was born in Joliet to her parents Peter and Josephine (nee Delach) Balma on October 6, 1960.
Lynn spent forty-one years of her life with her soulmate Michael. Together,...
William E. Day
Feb 15, 2025
William E. “Billy” Day Sr. of Joliet, age 76, passed away on February 15, 2025 in the comfort of his own home, while surrounded by family, after an extended illness. He was born on August 23, 1948 in Spring Valley, IL to his parents Harry and Virginia (nee Carson) Day.
As a young man, who had not even had a chance...
Frank Stephen Dubrovich
Feb 14, 2025
Frank Stephen Dubrovich, age 78, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 14, 2025 with his loving family by his side.
Frank proudly served his country in the United States Army from 1966 to 1972. Following his military service, he was a pipefitter with the Local #597 Union.
Outside of work, Frank found joy in nature, especially while deer hunting and fishing, activities...
Kenneth J. Spolnik
Feb 12, 2025
Kenneth J. Spolnik, 71, of Joliet passed away on Wednesday, February 12, 2025 following a brief illness.
Ken is the son of the late Stanley and Mary Spolnik.
He is survived by his sister Joan (Edward) Latek, four nephews and nieces, twelve grand-nephews and nieces, as well as his friend and fishing buddy, Karen Andreasen.
Ken was an avid fisherman, spending the warm...
Juan Carlos Ochoa
Feb 12, 2025
Juan Carlos Ochoa gained his angel wings on February 12th, 2025. He was born in Torrance, California on July 30th in 1986 but was raised and resided in Joliet, Illinois for most of his life. Carlos’s life would seem too short to many, but those who were touched by him understood that the quality of his existence far exceeds the...
Bernadine Ann Smith
Feb 12, 2025
Bernadine Ann “Bernie” Smith, beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 12, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.
Born on February 19, 1930, Bernie was a lifelong resident of the Joliet area. After graduating from St. Francis Academy, she married her grade school sweetheart, William “Bill” Smith. Together, they celebrated 65 years of marriage before his passing...
Carmen J. Astorino
Feb 12, 2025
Carmen J. Astorino, age 83, passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, February 12, 2025 with his loving family by his side.
Carmen was a proud United States Army Veteran, having honorably served his country with dedication and pride. Before retiring, Carmen enjoyed a successful career as a tax preparer with H&R Block in California, where he made lasting connections...
Artemio Hernandez
Feb 9, 2025
Artemio Hernandez, 80, of Joliet, IL, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 9, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
Artemio was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, whose warmth, humor, and love for life will be deeply missed by all who knew him. A true "jack of all trades," Artemio was always ready to lend a hand or share...
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