Obituaries
Joliet, IL Obituaries
Local obituaries for the Joliet, IL area
Geraldine L. Jankowski
Jun 12, 2014
Geraldine L. Jankowski (nee Ashley) "Bum," age 81, at rest on Thursday, June 12, 2014 with her loving family by her side. Geraldine is survived by her children, Kathleen (Richard) Luzbetak, Raymond (Ruth) Jankowski, Linda Anderson, Leonard (Ede) Jankowski, Maryanne (Sonny) Skole, Fr. James Jankowski; grandchildren, Jeffrey (Angie) Luzbetak, Charlene (Paul) Abbinati, Ron (Kim) Fowler, Chris (Bud) Stonebraker, Lori...
Harold J. Schmitz
Jun 9, 2014
Harold J. Schmitz Jr., Age 75, entered eternal life on Monday, June 9, 2014 with his loving family by his side. Harold was born in Joliet and grew up in Lockport, graduating from Lockport Township High School and Joliet Junior College. Harold enrolled into the University of Maryland prior to enlisting into the United States Army. Because of his...
Richard Severino Bortoli
Jun 9, 2014
Richard Severino Bortoli Born: October 17, 1928 Died: June 9, 2014 Age 85 – "Richie" passed away peacefully on June 9, 2014 at Joliet Area Hospice with his loving family by his side. He was the beloved husband of Anna M. Bortoli for nearly 64 years. Their love for each other was an example for all. Loving father of...
Frederick J. Malsky
Jun 7, 2014
Frederick J. Malsky Jr. "Pa" "Fritz," age 62, at rest on Saturday, June 7, 2014 with his loving family by his side. Frederick is survived by his beloved wife of 40 years, Rita (nee Fazio) Malsky; loving children, Fred "Fritz" Malsky III, Jason (Amanda) Malsky and Dawn Kenneda; grandchildren, Karissa and Morgan; brother-in-law, Bob (the late Judy) Doszak; and...
Richard A. George
Jun 3, 2014
Richard A. George, Age 67, at rest on Tuesday, June 3, 2014 with his loving family by his side. Richard is survived by his beloved wife of 35 years, Mary Kay George (nee Zdralevich); loving son Ryan George; loving step-children, Rebecca (Kenneth) Velasquez and Matthew (Barbara) Aharrah; cherished grandchildren, Logan, Melissa, Hayley, Jacob, Cameron, and Madison; and nephew, Robert...
Kathryn I. Ludwig
May 29, 2014
Kathryn I. Ludwig "Kay," age 82, passed away suddenly on Thursday, May 29, 2014 with her loving family by her side. Kathryn is survived by her seven children, William (Judy) Anderson, Linda (Henry) Soto, Richard Anderson, Patricia (Allen) Frankovich, Mary Ann Anderson, Judy (Carlos) Fournier, and Diane (Randy) Patience; 16 loving grandchildren. Numerous great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews also...
Earl G. Parks
May 26, 2014
Earl G. Parks, passed away suddenly at his home, age 53. Preceded by his parents, Richard (2001) and Josephine (2011) Parks. Survived by 9 siblings, Richard (Joyce deceased), Ronald (Patricia), James, Nicholas, Stephen(Catherine) and Theodore(Mary) Parks, Jodene Rathbun, Charlene(Eugene) DiVecchio and Christine (Joseph) Chierigatti; 14 nieces and nephews; and several great nieces and nephews; and dear friend, Donna Figueroa....
Michelle D. Wolz
May 26, 2014
Michelle D. Wolz (nee Porebski), Age 47, at peace on Monday, May 26, 2014. Michelle is survived by her beloved husband, Randy Wolz; loving mother, Eve Porebski (nee Plovanich); loving father, Lee Porebski; dearest mother-in-law and father-in-law, Sandy and Larry Wolz; loving sister-in-law, Lori (Marc) Bowen; dear nephews, Adam and Kyle Kurtz and Bryce Bowen; numerous loving aunts, uncles,...
Mary F. Gasparich
May 26, 2014
Mary Francis (nee Pekar) Gasparich, 88, passed away peacefully at Willow Falls Assisted Living on May 26, 2014 after battling cancer recurrence for 2 years. She was a 16 year lymphoma survivor. Mary was born on December 8, 1925 in Joliet, IL to the late John Pekar and Anna (Medvesky) Pekar. She is preceded in death by her parents,...
Helen M. Rusina
May 26, 2014
Helen M. Rusina (nee Gorka), Age 94, entered eternal life on Monday, May 26, 2014. Helen is survived by her nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, and friends. Preceded in death by her husband, Stephen Rusina (2003); parents, Martin and Bertha (nee Janek) Gorka; two sisters, Bernice (the late John) Vietoris and Leona (Charles) Lewandowski. Helen and her husband, Stephen were...
Raymond G. Budzinski
May 25, 2014
Raymond G. Budzinski, Age 89, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 25, 2014. He is survived by his beloved children, Kathleen (Frank) Henriksen, Sandy (Randy) Calcaterra, and Ray (Nancy) Budzinski; grandchildren, Tracy (Tim) Hare, John (Jen) Henkel, Breanne, and Paige Calcaterra, Brian, and Mike Budzinski; great-granddaughter, Ashley Hare; also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. Preceded in death...
Kelly C. Huhnke
May 24, 2014
Kelly C. Huhnke (nee Szymczak), age 49, passed away suddenly on Saturday, May 24, 2014 with her loving family by her side. Kelly is survived by her children, Ben, Katie, and Mollie Huhnke; parents, Chester and Elizabeth (nee Oberleitner) Szymczak; sister, Cherie (Bill) Gimbel; nephew, Brian (Sarah) Gimbel; Nieces, Jen (Joe) Meredith and Meg Gimbel; and four great-nephews. Dear...
Sharon M. Trusty
May 24, 2014
Sharon M. Trusty (nee Bilski), Age 50, entered eternal life on Saturday, May 24, 2014 with her loving family by her side. Sharon is survived by her beloved husband of 10 years, Thomas W. Trusty; loving children, Nicole, Crystal, and Michael Sortino; cherished grandchildren, Austin, Olivia, Vincent, and Nathaniel; and dear brother, John Bilski. Preceded in death by her...
Mary Loretta Gates
May 23, 2014
Mary Loretta Gates (nee Peterson), age 90, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 23, 2014 with her loving family by her side. Mary in survived by her beloved children, John L. Gates and Mary Lou (Bob Mahalik) Gates-Mahalik. Preceded in death by her loving husband, John Gates Jr. Mary enjoyed cooking and loved her pet cats. She will be...
Norbert R. Cora
May 14, 2014
Norbert R. Cora Fell asleep in the Lord on Wednesday, May 14, 2014. He was born in Joliet on October 2, 1924. Norbert is survived by his, daughter Connie (Judge Gerald) Kinney; sons, Michael (Nancy) and David (Joyce) Cora; grandchildren, Christina (Kevin) Troc, Brian Kinney, Jonathan (Laura), Natalie, and Nicholas (Jacquie-fiancA�AC.) Cora, Jennifer (fiancA�AC.e Thomas), Nicole (Jeff) Kazen, and...
James R. Pasdertz
May 13, 2014
James R. Pasdertz Sr. "Big Jim", age 68, called home by the Lord and Savior on Tuesday, May 13, 2014 at Meadowbrook Manor in Bolingbrook, IL, formerly of Joliet. Born March 5, 1946 to the late John and Rose (Rogina) Pasdertz. He was raised in Joliet, and graduated from Joliet Central High School, class of 1964. He was a...
Donna M. Markelz
May 12, 2014
Donna M. Markelz (nee Sallese), Age 86, entered eternal life on Monday, May 12, 2014 with her loving family by her side. Donna is survived by her loving children, Donald "Butch"(Donna) Markelz, Denise (Anthony) Olszta, and Kelly Markelz; cherished grandchildren, Nicole (Jose) Jaramillo, Matthew (Vanessa), Christopher, and Michelle Markelz, Anthony (Joanna), Donald (Kathy), and Luke (Beth) Olszta, Elizabeth (Luke)...
Gerald R. Roesel
May 11, 2014
Gerald G. Roesel, age 73 at rest on Sunday, May 11, 2014. Gerald is survived by his beloved wife of 39 years, Judith (nee Weddington); dear brother, Leonard J. Roesel; loving children, Michael E., Mark A. (Cheryl), Matthew G., and Heather Roesel; loving step-children, Aurena and Michael (Judith) Davis; eight cherished grandchildren; and two dear great-grandchildren. Preceded in death...
Donald C. Beeson
May 10, 2014
Donald C. Beeson, Age 79, went to the Lord on Saturday, May 10, 2014 with his loving family by his side. Donald is survived by his loving wife of 19 years, Beverly (nee King) Beeson; his daughters, Tammie Harmison, Toni Beeson, and Lori Ricketts; brother, Gerald (Patricia) Beeson; grandchildren, Brandon (Tonya) Harmison and Anthony Young; great-grandchildren, Dominic Mills and...
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