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Joliet, IL Obituaries
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Burrel H. Elmore
Aug 6, 2013
Burrel H. Elmore, Sr., age 81, of Joliet, passed away at home on August 6, 2013. He is survived by his children, Sylvia (John) Diekman, David Elmore, Robert Elmore, Laura (Don) Vickery, Diana (Martin) Sexton, Burrel (Kerri) Elmore, Jr. and Tracy Waddell; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren and his brother, Junius (Genene) Elmore of Cheyenne, WY. Preceded in death by...
Viola W. Budzinski
Aug 2, 2013
Viola W. Budzinski (nee Elwood), age 87, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 2, 2013 at Sunny Hill Nursing Home in Joliet. She is survived by her beloved husband of 66 years, Raymond Budzinski; her beloved children, Kathleen (Frank) Henriksen, Sandy (Randy) Calcaterra, Ray (Nancy) Budzinski; grandchildren, Tracy (Tim) Hare, John (Jen) Henkel, Breanne and Paige Calcaterra, Brian and...

Esther M. Komp
Jul 31, 2013
Esther M. Komp (nee Oltmans), age 92, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 31, 2013. She is survived by her three sons, Mark (Charlene) of Arvada, CO, Robert (Debby) of Joliet, and Thomas of Green Bay, WI; her four grandchildren, Brian and Kara Komp and Jackson and Elijah Komp; three sisters, Lila, Corrinne and Doris of Nebraska; sister-in-law, Rita...
Antoinette Rachor
Jul 29, 2013
Antoinette "Marge" Rachor Age 93, at rest on Monday, July 29, 2013 at Joliet Area Community Hospice Home. Marge is survived by two nieces, Mary Jean (Bob) Jaskowiak and Elaine (Ron) Lawnzak; two nephews, Paul (Shirley) Weeditz and Mark (Sue) Weeditz; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Preceded in death by her husband, Edward "Fly" Rachor (1988); parents...
Lawrence E. Peterson
Jul 29, 2013
Lawrence E. Peterson, Jr., age 71, at rest on July 29, 2013. Loving husband of Christine Peterson; dearest father of Kimberly (Jeff) Ratliff, Lisa (Chris) Cannon, Cindy, Anthony and Jon Peterson; grandfather of Lauren, Kaitlyn, Courtney, Kyle, Makayla, Gabriel, Avery, and Matty; great-grandfather of Kaden; brother of Beverly (Donald) Knauer and Rick (Dorene) Peterson; fond loving cousin of Rocco...

George W. McLearen
Jul 28, 2013
Age 54, entered into eternal rest Sunday, July 28, 2013 with his loving family by his side. George is survived by his wife Tammy of 29 years; daughter, Kim (Matt) McLearen-Jones; grandchild to be; brother, Howard Tanner Jr.; and numerous nieces, nephews, great-nephew, great-niece, cousins, aunt, and uncle; as well as his loving pets. Preceded in death by his...
Judith R. Tezak
Jul 17, 2013
Judith R. Tezak (nee Buffo), age 71, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 17, 2013 surrounded by her loving family. Judith is survived by her beloved husband of 47 years, William A�??BillA�?i�� Tezak; her two children Leslie (Tim) Padavic and Eric Tezak; two grandchildren Samantha and Hannah Padavic; one brother James (Sharon) Buffo; numerous nieces and nephews also survive....
Andrew J. Jaskowiak
Jul 16, 2013
Andrew A�??AndyA�?i�� J. Jaskowiak, age 86, entered into eternal life, Tuesday, July 16, 2013, with loving wife of 62 years by his side. Andrew is survived by his beloved wife, Lorraine (nee Lorek); daughter, Marcia Groves; grandchildren, Christopher Groves and Alicia Groves; brother, Robert (Mary Jean) Jaskowiak; sister-in-law, Pat (the late Gerald) Jaskowiak; and numerous beloved nieces, nephews, cousins,...
Ronald L. Balma
Jul 14, 2013
Age 55, suddenly, Sunday, July 14, 2013. Ronald is survived by his mother, Josephine (nee Delach) Balma; brother, David Balma; and sister, Lynn (Michael) Turnbull. Preceded in death by his father, Peter Balma. Ronald was an avid Cubs and Bears fan. He was a member of the Moran A.C. He was employed at Commonwealth Edison for 37 years. Ronald...

Stuart A. Kirkwood
Jul 12, 2013
Stuart A. Kirkwood, age 87, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 12, 2013. Stuart is survived by his loving daughters Nancy and Donna Kirkwood; his beloved granddaughter Sarah Kirkwood and his family back in Scotland. He is preceded in death by his wife of 44 years, Agnes (nee Cook) Kirkwood. Stuart was a Master Mason, a 50 year member,...

Jack Michael Kemp
Jul 6, 2013
Jack Michael Kemp, age 56, suddenly on Saturday, July 06, 2013. Jack is survived by his soul mate and the love of his life: Jody (nee Knupp) Kemp; his step-son Joshua Shumacher; mother Glorianne Kemp/ Mulvenna; Rick and Sheri Knupp; nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews of the Alex, Stodola, and the Knupp families whom Jack adored. Preceded...
Gerald L. Bick
Jul 5, 2013
Age 53, entered into eternal life on Friday, July 5, 2013. Jerry is survived by his loving wife, Amy; three daughters, Candice, Jacquelyn, and Devon; three siblings, Tom (Joan) Bick, Linda (Bob) Vancina, and Gary (Jodene) Bick; and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his parents, Robert E. Bick and Betty Georgantas Bick; and one brother, Robert...
Charles M. Loveall
Jun 24, 2013
Charles M. Loveall A�??Charlie/SqueakA�?i��, 87 years young, gone home to A�??The Man Upstairs,A�?i�� Monday, June 24, 2013. Charles is survived by his children Chuck (Alice) Loveall and Kathy (Jesse) Ramirez; grandchildren, Chuckie, Timmy, Scotty, Matthew, Kourtney (Maria), Daniel, Jessica (Rico), and Katie; great-grandchildren, Chuckie Lee, Jazmin, Haleigh, Cullen, Liam, Charlotte, Jazzy, and Greyson; one brother, James Loveall; two sisters,...
Dolores Muscarello
Jun 24, 2013
Dolores Muscarello, (nee Baldovin), 97, of Downers Grove, IL, died peacefully surrounded by her children, at her home on Monday, June 24, 2013. She was born in Panama, IL July 29, 1915 to the late Mamie and Joe Baldovin. After leaving Panama she settled in Chicago where she married Thomas J. Muscarello in 1946. He preceded her in death...

Mitchell L. Zaworski
Jun 21, 2013
Mitchell L. Zaworski Mitchell died on Friday, June 21, the first day of summer, just 10 months after the death of his beloved wife Virginia. Known as Bubsy to his family; Mitch to his friends; and Dad/Pops/Papa/Grampa to his children and grandchildren, he was both a gentle man and a gentleman. Born October 8, 1929, Mitchell was a lifelong...
Bernice M. Thontlin
Jun 20, 2013
Bernice M. Thontlin, age 87, entered into eternal life to be with her loving husband, Lawrence on Thursday, June 20, 2013. Bernice is survived by Larry (Pam) Thontlin of Manteno, Judy Thontlin of Joliet, and Patricia (Ron) Olson of Channahon; 8 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; three sisters; and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. Preceded in death by her loving husband,...
Michael V. Auman
Jun 19, 2013
Michael V. Auman, age 73, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, June 19, 2013 with his loving family comforting him. Michael is survived by his beloved wife of 22 years, Kathleen (nee Slaboszewski); his siblings, David (the late Judy) Auman and Lois (the late Tom) Zukowski; his sisters-in-law Susan (the late Keiji) Koizumi, Dyan (Kenny) St....

James M. Kale
Jun 18, 2013
James M. Kale, age 81, at rest on Tuesday, June 18, 2013 with his loving family surrounding him. Survived by his loving children, Janice Kale Susner, Tom (Angela) Kale and David Kale; Grandchildren Jenn and Kevin Susner, Brian and Shannon Kale. Preceded in death by his beloved wife of 49 years, Maryann (nee Mance) Kale; his parents Michael and...
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