Obituaries
Joliet, IL Obituaries
Local obituaries for the Joliet, IL area
Peter Andrew Polesel
Jan 26, 2025
Only one short month after the loss of our dear sister Sally, the Polesel family has been rocked by another devastating loss. Our brother Peter A. Polesel was unexpectedly called home to the Lord on January 26, 2025 at the age of 62, passing peacefully in his sleep.
Pete was born in Joliet, IL to Peter and Virginia (nee Chmielewski) Polesel...
Louis D. Schmidberger "Louie"
Jan 26, 2025
Louis D. Schmidberger “Louie”, lifelong resident of Joliet, age 90, passed away peacefully in his home on January 26, 2025. He was born to his parents Joseph and Mary (nee Skul) Schmidberger on November 28, 1934.
Louis began his career as a tool and die maker for Gerlach Barklow before becoming a proud member of the Carpenter’s Union Local #174. He...
Thomas J. Janes
Jan 23, 2025
Thomas J. Janes, known affectionately as "Tiger," age 73, passed away on Thursday, January 23, 2025, in Joliet, Illinois.
He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Patricia (nee Klancher) Janes, and his parents, Joseph G. Janes and Delores K. (Matesevic) Janes.
Thomas is survived by his sisters, Ann Marie (John) Schue and Jeanette Ball, along with other family members, nieces,...
Judith A. Harrison
Jan 22, 2025
Judith A. Harrison (nee Sokolowski)
Judith A. Harrison, lifelong resident of Joliet, age 71, passed away peacefully at Lightways Hospice after a brief illness. She was born to her parents Edwin and Lottie (nee Pantol) Sokolowski on October 8, 1953.
Judy was a graduate of Plainfield High School and retired as a longtime valued employee from AT&T. She loved to spend time...
Marvin F. Hank Sr.
Jan 20, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we share the peaceful passing of Marvin Frederick Hank Sr., age 86, of Joliet, IL, who left his temporary home to enter his eternal one on Monday, January 20, 2025.
Marvin is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 65 years Jean Patricia Hank (nee Sienko) of Joliet, IL; his two daughters, Janet Cooper...
Damacio "Nacho" Nevarez
Jan 19, 2025
Damacio Nevarez, known to all as “Nacho,”73, passed away peacefully, on Sunday, January 19, 2025 surrounded by his loved ones. He was born in Durango, Mexico, and after a lifetime of hard work and dedication, he retired from his position at McDonald’s. Damacio’s life was defined by his strong sense of family, his devotion to his wife, son and grandchildren.
He...
Evelyn "Evie" Felbinger
Jan 19, 2025
Evelyn Frances Felbinger (née Skul), of Joliet, Illinois, passed away surrounded by loving family at St. Joseph Hospital in Joliet after a courageous battle fighting a lingering illness on January 19, 2025. She was born on March 22, 1940, in Chicago, Illinois, to Anton and Jennie Skul.
Evelyn will be remembered as a loving wife and mother whose unwavering devotion to...
Victor J. Bialczak
Jan 17, 2025
Victor J. Bialczak, age 81, entered into eternal life on Friday, January 17, 2025.
Victor is survived by his devoted wife of 46 years, Sandra Bialczak (nee Cielak); son, Matthew (Lori) Bialczak; niece, Elizabeth (Blake) Nelson; nephew, Jason Bysina; and cherished nieces, nephews and cousins.
He is preceded in death by his father, Walter J. Bialczak; mother, Frances Bialczak; brother, Walter J....
Matthew John Gregurich Jr.
Jan 17, 2025
Matthew John Gregurich Jr. of Joliet, age 92, passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, January 17, 2025 with his family by his side. Matthew was a lifelong resident of Joliet, born to his father Matthew Gregurich Sr. and his mother Mary Gregurich (nee Kozak) on February 7, 1932.
Matthew and Barbara were married in 1954 after Matt returned from...
Elvira Hernandez
Jan 12, 2025
Elvira Hernandez of Joliet, age 90, passed away peacefully on January 12, 2025 while under the compassionate care of The Alden Courts of Shorewood. Elvira was born to her parents Victor Huerta and Lucia (nee Esquivel) Huerta in San Nicolas, Mexico on January 25, 1934.
Elvira lived her life dedicated to her family. While her husband Justino worked two jobs to...
Marc Lee Mitok
Jan 10, 2025
Marc Lee Mitok, age 55, passed away on Friday, January 10, 2025, in Joliet, IL. He was born on November 28, 1969, to Rick Mitok and the late Patsy Mitok. Marc is preceded in death by his beloved mother and his brother, Michael Mitok.
Marc will be lovingly remembered by his father, Rick Mitok, as well as his aunts, uncles, nieces,...
Paul Govednik
Jan 8, 2025
Paul Joseph Govednik of Braidwood, IL, age 67, passed away suddenly in his home on January 8, 2025. Paul was born in Joliet, IL on January 11, 1957 to his parents William and Diane (nee Salopek) Govednik.
Paul was a proud union Ironworker and member of Local #444 for over thirty years. He and his father, together, built his home in...
Janice Elaine Swank
Jan 7, 2025
Janice Elaine Swank (Kempke) 85 of Crest Hill, passed away on January 7, 2025 at her home surrounded by her loving family. Her family has been left with a void that will never be filled.
Janice was born in Joliet on May 14, 1939 to Leonard and Lucielle Kempke (Boyd). She remained in the Joliet area her entire life.
Janice retired from...
Michele Frausto-Marquardt
Jan 2, 2025
Michele Frausto-Marquardt of Joliet, age 61, passed away at St. Joseph Hospital after a devastatingly brief illness while surrounded by her loving family on January 2, 2025. Michele was born in Joliet, IL, the daughter of Richard and Pamela (nee Phelps) Frausto, on November 19, 1963.
Michele lived her life with steadfast commitment to faith, family, Dodger baseball, and caring for...
Ross Alan Neitzel
Jan 2, 2025
Ross Alan Neitzel, age 82 of Elwood, IL, born July 15, 1943 in Santa Maria Ca. passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 2, 2025 at Lightways Hospice.
He is survived by his wife, Carol (Hayducak) Neitzel of Elwood, IL.; and his son, Todd Neitzel of Greers Ferry, Ark. He was married to Carol for 41 years.
Alan was the son of Darlene...
Francine J. Martens
Dec 30, 2024
Francine Martens (Huml) 76, of Joliet, IL, passed away on December 30, 2024, after a long battle with breast cancer. She was born on October 29, 1948, to Joseph and Rosemary Huml. In 1969, Francine married Arthur Martens and together they had two daughters, Arden Martens (husband, Al) and Joanne Stein (husband, Tim). She was a loving grandmother to Elizabeth...
MaryAnn Ballak
Dec 29, 2024
MaryAnn Ballak, age 84, a lifelong resident of Joliet, IL passed away on December 29, 2024 at St. Joseph Hospital in Joliet. She was born to James and Mary (nee Mikulasko) Ballack on March 16, 1940.
MaryAnn was born and raised in Joliet, graduating as a member of the class of 1958 from Joliet Township High School. After high school, MaryAnn...
Paul T. Brown
Dec 28, 2024
Paul T. Brown, age 68, passed away on December 28, 2024 in the comfort of his own home while on hospice care for an extended illness. Paul was raised in Lockport, Illinois before becoming a resident of Joliet, Illinois.
Paul spent many years employed as a carpenter. He loved to fish and hunt, especially hunting for bargains at area flea markets.
He...
Moises Perez Maldonado
Dec 28, 2024
Moisés Maldonado, age 74, of Joliet, Illinois, passed away on December 28, 2024, surrounded by his loving family and dear friends. Born in Mexico City, Moisés was the son of Moisés Maldonado Arteaga and Emelia Pérez Luna.
He was preceded in death by his parents, his brother Jaime, sister Teresa, and granddaughter Amber Diaz.
Moisés leaves behind his beloved wife, Teresa, sister...
Sayboua Ngonekeo
Dec 28, 2024
Sayboua Ngonekeo, (nee Phraboriboun), age 64 of Joliet, IL found eternal light on December 28th 2024, with her loving family by her side.
Sayboua is survived by her loving husband of 43 years, Phoukhaokham Ngonekeo; her loving children, Sanita (Richard) Ngonekeo, Jina (Steve) Goudeau, Peter Ngonekeo, Mary Meszaros and Robert Ngonekeo. Bonus son Walter Pena. Her greatest gifts that she loved...
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