Joliet, IL Obituaries

Anthony F. LaPaso

May 21, 2015

The best fathers do more than watch their children grow. They instill in them a purpose and teach them what it means to live a meaningful life. On Thursday, May 21, 2015, Anthony LaPaso passed away at Northwestern Medical Center surrounded by his most treasured possession; his family. A Joliet native, Tony was born on February 11, 1942. He...

Catherine "Kay" P. Hochevar

May 18, 2015

Catherine P. "Kay" Hochevar (nee Tomac) Age 91, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 18, 2015 at Rosewood Care Center. Survived by her devoted son, Albert R, daughter-in-law Mary Ellen, granddaughter Katherine Elizabeth (Benjamin) Hochevar-Neumeyer, grandson Albert W., brother August Tomac Sr., sister-in-law Mrs. Thomas (Patricia) Tomac, and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by her husband, Albert...

James F. Kinsley

May 17, 2015

James F. Kinsley, age 86, passed away Sunday, May 17, 2015 at Joliet Area Community Hospice.

A lifelong resident of Joliet. Veteran of the U.S. Army Special Weapons Project from 1946 to 1948. He retired from Commonwealth Edison after 40 years. He was a member of the National Exchange Club of Joliet.

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Gloria Krall Llewellyn

May 17, 2015

Gloria Krall Llewellyn (nee Annunzi) passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 17, 2015 at Willow Falls in Crest Hill at the age of 90. Gloria was the only child born to Joseph and Mary Annunzi (nee Bradeska) on June 23, 1924. Her dad was a flagman for the EJ&E railroad and her mother was an expert seamstress and homemaker....

Juan R. Rodriguez

May 15, 2015

Juan R. Rodriguez, age 44, passed away suddenly on Friday, May 15, 2015. Juan is survived by his loving children; Samantha Rodriguez, Cameron Bell and Jordyn Bell; grandchildren, Johannah, Gregory and Sofia; mother, Guadalupe Avalos; father, Rodolfo; siblings, Amelia Valdovinos and Marisol (Miguel) Leal; nieces and nephews, Jose, Yaya, Danny and Nico. Preceded in death by his grandparents, Antonio...

James W. Bruce Sr

May 12, 2015

James W. "Jim" Bruce Sr, born on June 2, 1937, entered into eternal life on Tuesday, May 12, 2015 with his loving family by his side. Jim is survived by his beloved wife of 56 years, Sharon R. Bruce (nee Leiser); son, James W. "Bucky" (Kerri) Bruce; son-in-law, Joseph (the late Marylynn) Mavec; grandchildren, Elizabeth Bruce, Samantha Mavec, Martin...

Tracey F. Mutz

May 12, 2015

Tracey F. Mutz died suddenly on May 12, 2015 at the age of 60. Survived by her cherished daughters, Laurenn Flynn, Christine (Angel) Castro, and Tamara Mutz; her stepdaughter, Angelica Mutz; devoted "Mimi" to her granddaughter, Kaylee Ann; loving father, Paul Flynn; and her beloved siblings, Paul (Mary) Flynn, Patrice (Ed) Baptista and Timothy (Jann) Flynn. She is also...

Kay F. Zigrossi

May 11, 2015

Kay F. Zigrossi (nee Hoffmann), age 82, passed into Eternal Life on Monday, May 11, 2015, at Joliet Area Community Hospice, surrounded by loving family. Kay is survived by her devoted husband of 63 years, Nick; four children, Michael (Sandra Spivey) Zigrossi, Susan (Ronald) Orsini of Naperville, Timothy Zigrossi, and Terrence (Ann Jeriha) Zigrossi; one sister, Judy (nee Hoffmann)...

Margaret B. Williams

May 11, 2015

Margaret B. "Pat" Williams, age 82, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 11, 2015. Margaret is survived by her step-children, Kimberly (Mark) Nance of Peoria, Arizona, Heidi (Pat) Acuff of Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, Cindy Williams of Coeur d'Alene, Idaho and Charley Williams Jr. of Seattle Washington; dear friends, Sister Phyllis Pitz, Jean Zola-Holling, Mary (Joe) Babich, Dr. Nick (Dr....

Bryan Eduardo Lopez

May 6, 2015

Visitation: 11:00 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Funeral Service: 12:15 p.m. Procession to Resurrection Cemetery in Romeoville for Committal Service.

Mary Ann McGann

May 6, 2015

Mary Ann McGann, (nee Kachelhoffer), age 76, of Joliet, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 6, 2015. Loving mother of Patti (John) D'Ambrose, Bridget (fiancAC. Jeff Curran) McGann, Mike (Tami) McGann, Danny McGann, David McGann and Katie (Kevin) Zihlman; dear grandmother of 13 and great-grandmother of two; and sister of Audrey Kachelhoffer. Preceded in death by her husband, Donald...

Robert E. LeRoy, Sr

May 6, 2015

Robert E. LeRoy, Sr., Age 90, at peace with Lord on Wednesday, May 6, 2015 at Presence St. Joseph Medical Center. Robert is survived by four children, Robert Jr. (Janice), Judy (David) Smrekar, Kenneth (Cheri), and Karen (Mike) Perino; 13 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and one great-great grandchild; also survived by a wonderful sister-in-law, Lorraine Baudek; as well as numerous...

William E. Plut

May 3, 2015

William Edward Plut, entered eternal life on Sunday, May 3, 2015. William is survived by his sons, Edward Milton (Julie) and Christopher Plut; grandchildren, Russell Edward and Vincent Michael Plut, Christian Plut, Ashley Plut and Breanna Lester; sisters, Barbara (Carl) Guardia, Susan Plut, Victoria Plut, Peggy (Gary) Junkunc, and Heidi Jokich; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins....

Michael Byers McCoy

May 3, 2015

Michael Byers McCoy, age 65, passed suddenly on Sunday, May 3, 2015.

Michael is survived by his loving children, Kerri (Robert) Gregurich and Michael (Deanne) McCoy; cherished grandchildren, Sarah Elizabeth and Thomas Robert Gregurich; three dear siblings, Patrick (Genese) McCoy Jr., Marianne (John) Seguin, and William (Suzanne) McCoy; nieces and nephews, Kelli Nelmark, Tony and Kathryn McCoy....

Howard D. Startz

Apr 26, 2015

Howard D. Startz, age 52, entered eternal life on Sunday, April 26, 2015 in Argonne, Wisconsin. Howie was preceded in death by his loving parents, Robert Sr. and Constance "Connie" (nee Williams) Startz; one niece, Katie Marie Startz. Howie is survived by his dear uncles, John Williams and William Startz; dear aunts, Ruth Kielius (nee Williams) and Millie (Bob)...

Harry E. McMurray

Apr 24, 2015

Harry E. McMurray, age 89, passed away peacefully on Friday, April 24, 2015 with his loving family close by his side. Harry is survived by his loving daughter Hope; Papa to Shannon, Maggie May, Katy, Deanne, Jake, Garilinn, Will "lil one," and several others; brother to Rose, Virginia and many others. Preceded in death by his beloved wife Ellie,...

Joseph A. Kaminskas

Apr 24, 2015

Joseph A. Kaminskas Sr., age 51, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, April 24, 2015, at Presence St. Joseph Medical Center with his loving family close by his side. Joseph is survived by his beloved wife, Michelle (nee Meeks) Kaminskas; children, Kristin and Joseph Kaminskas Jr.; step-children, Tracie (Fred) Rittof and Jimmie (Katrena) Lloyd; step-grandchildren, Michael and Raven Lloyd; siblings,...

Angiolina "Angie" Brandolino

Apr 24, 2015

Angiolina "Angie" Brandolino, age 82, passed away peacefully on Friday, April 24, 2015 at home with her loving and dedicated family by her side, after a courageous battle with cancer. Survived by her husband and best friend of 61 years, Antonio Brandolino; loving children, Fiore (Cindy), Tony (Rosanna), Linda (Joe); cherished grandchildren, Jeff (Tina), Daniel (FiancAC.e Ali), Stephanie (FiancAC....

Sandra Lee Mizicko

Apr 22, 2015

Sandra L. Mizicko (Lewis), age 75, years, died Wednesday April 22, 2015, peacefully at Joliet Area Community Hospice. Survived by her loving husband of 55 years, Jack Mizicko; one son, Andrew; one daughter, Bonnie (Ernie) Krause; 4 grandchildren, Ernie, Elizabeth, Anna and John Krause; two sisters, Bonnie (Butch) Chellino, Diane (Lynwood) Kniep; two sisters-in-law, Diane Lewis, Marian Egizio; many...

Rhonda K. Tatro

Apr 20, 2015

Rhonda K. Tatro, age 57, passed away Monday, April 20, 2015 at Park Ridge Care Center in Park Ridge, Illinois. She was a long-time resident of Trinity Services Living Center in New Lenox, Illinois. Rhonda is survived by her sister, Jeri McDugle. She was a cherished sister, aunt, niece and cousin. Preceded in death by her mother, Carol Tatro,...