Obituaries

Joliet, IL Obituaries

Local obituaries for the Joliet, IL area

Jose Daniel Haro

Jose Daniel Haro

May 3, 2008

Age 25 of Slidell, LA and former resident of Joliet, IL passed away on Saturday May 3, 2008 in Slidell, Louisiana. Survived by his loving parents, Maria McKinnon and her husband, Dwight of Decatur, MS; his father, Gregorio Haro and his wife, Christina of Joliet, IL; a brother, Gregorio Haro J.; nephew, Adrian of Joliet, IL, sister, Shanna Kirkland...

Bianca S. Perez

Bianca S. Perez

Apr 29, 2008

At rest on Tuesday, April 29, 2008 at her home with her family by her side. Survived by her loving parents Alfonso and Araceli (nee Lopez) Perez; sister Karla and two brothers Adrian and Alejandro Perez; maternal grandparents Rafael and Rosario Lopez; maternal great-grandmother Beatriz Lopez; paternal grandparents Alfonso and Dolores Perez. The family would like to thank the...

Mildred A. Hayes

Mildred A. Hayes

Apr 28, 2008

At rest Monday April 28,2008 at her home with her family by her side. Survived by her beloved husband of 51 years Ray Hayes, loving mother of Janet ( John) Brandolino, precious granddaughter Natalie Rae , one brother Al Foschi, two sisters Shirley (late Richard ) Lilek, Phyllis ( George ) Comerford and brother-in- law Phillip Lavazza. One aunt...

Alphonsus P. Murphy

Alphonsus P. Murphy

Apr 27, 2008

Born in Northern Ireland on September 28, 1928. Resided in Crest Hill, IL. At rest on April 27, 2008 at Provena St. Joseph Medical Center with his family by his side. Survived by his loving wife of 50 years Genie (nee Gorlach) Murphy; children Timothy (Beatrice), Kevin (Loretta), Monica (Stephen) Netzel and Kathleen (Nick) Capezio; grandchildren Lauren, Nick, Michelle,...

Frank M. Raspolich

Frank M. Raspolich

Apr 25, 2008

Age 84, at rest Friday April 25, 2008 at Provena St. Joseph Medical Center. Loving father of Barbara Chesko, David (Susan), Diane (Timothy) Crickman ,dearest grandfather of Jason (Gabriele) Chesko, Janet (Mark) Blackburn, Laura Chesko, Justin and Rachel Crickman, Eric, Brian and Lisa Semplinski. Great-Grandchildren; Holden Chesko and Rylee Blackburn. Also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law and...

Andrew E. Kapinus

Andrew E. Kapinus

Apr 23, 2008

Age 89, at rest on Wednesday, April 23, 2008 with family by his side. Born on February 12, 1919. Lifelong resident of Joliet, IL. Survived by his loving wife of 64 years Mary (nee Klen) Kapinus; sons Dennis (Mary Ann) of Plainfield, IL, Richard (Sandra) of Diamond, IL, and Edwin (Elizabeth) of Marrero, LA; daughter Barbara (Mark) Crittenden of...

Joseph E. Dolnak

Joseph E. Dolnak

Apr 22, 2008

Age 93, at rest Tuesday April 22, 2008 at the Joliet Hospice Home with his family by his side. Survived by his beloved wife of 62 years Frances A. (nee Klimek) Dolnak, loving father of Richard (Kathy) and Ronald Dolnak, dearest grandfather of Lourie (Chris) Favero also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and his dog Ginger. He was...

Dolores 'Dee Dee' Kroviak

Dolores 'Dee Dee' Kroviak

Apr 19, 2008

(nee Federici) Age 73 ,went home to be with the Lord on Saturday April 19, 2008 at Provena St. Joseph Medical Center. Loving mother of Kathleen (Francis) Ruettiger, Karen Papesh, Jayne Sharp, special grandmother to Jaime (Ray) Wilda, Shelley (Ryan) Poropat, Matthew and Justine Sharp, Lauryn Papesh, great-grandma, Dee Dee's babies Ayden Sharp, Makenna and Caiden Poropat and Brayden...

Bernice C. Rusco

Bernice C. Rusco

Apr 19, 2008

At rest Tuesday April 29, 2008 at Sunny Hill Nursing Home. She is survived by her loving daughter Mary Kathleen (Bob) Martin; adoring grandchildren Valerie and David (Christina) Martin; loving daughter-in-law Sue Rusco. She is also survived by her beloved brother, Robert Petrusa, and many loving nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by her husband Theodore of 73 years....

Jay D. Wheeler

Jay D. Wheeler

Apr 18, 2008

""Wolf"" ""Wheels"" Age 57, won eternal life peacefully on Friday, April 18, 2008. He and his tenacious character eluded cancer for years. He was born in Joliet, having recently retired after 37 years working at Com Ed. Survived by his loving wife and soul mate ""Genny"". His pride and joy were his children, son Jason (Katie), daughter Nicole, and...

William Blackburn

William Blackburn

Apr 17, 2008

Born on October 15, 1916. Survived by his wife Catherine Jean Plitt Blackburn; children Cathy (Dean) Rebuffoni of Minneapolis; Bill (Nancy) of Shorewood; Janet (Peter) Fried of Lisle; Jim (Diane) of Shorewood; Candi (Ted) Ficken of Salem, OR; John (Cindy) of Joliet; Dennis (Julie) of Joliet; Judy (Roger) Kreig of Morris; Carol (Patrick O'Conner) of Minneapolis; Jeff (Faye) of...

Emily A. Molaschi

Emily A. Molaschi

Apr 17, 2008

Age 85, at rest Thursday April 17, 2008 at Rosewood Care Center . Survived by Bonnie Kwasigroch; grandson Todd (Donna) Kwasigroch great-grandchildren Scott and Amber Kwasigroch. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by her husband Christopher Molaschi; parents Joseph and Rose (nee Muren) Jagodnik; sisters Rose Officer, Mary Kennick, Dorothy Racki and Sophie Coop; one...

Isabel Alyssa Lopez-Werner

Isabel Alyssa Lopez-Werner

Apr 16, 2008

At rest Wednesday April 16, 2008 at Loyola Children's Hospital. Survived by parents Violeta E. Lopez and Carl W. Werner III, sister Elaria Renee Werner, maternal grandfather Miguel Lopez, Paternal Grandmother Sharon Werner, numerous aunts uncles and cousins also survive. We will always love and miss you Izzi. From were services will be Monday April 21, 2008 at 9:30...

Anton T. Kozar

Anton T. Kozar

Apr 15, 2008

Age 78, of San Antonio, TX at rest at the Christus VNA Hospice Santa Rosa Tuesday April 15, 2008 after a courageous battle with cancer. Born August 25, 1929, he was a graduate of Joliet Township High School (1947). He served honorably in the U.S. Army from 1951 to 1953. Survived by his loving wife of 51 years, Joan...

Richard J. Fonseca-Hernandez

Richard J. Fonseca-Hernandez

Apr 15, 2008

""Ritchie"" Age 9 months, called Home to be an angel on Tuesday, April 15, 2008 at Provena St. Joseph Medical Center, Joliet. Beloved son of Sergio Hernandez and Tammy Fonseca. Also survived by his sisters Mya, Celeste, Becky, Abigail and Angel and brothers Isaac and Anthony, maternal grandmother Linda Fonseca, and paternal grandmother Maria Hernandez and by numerous aunts,...

Joseph Zlogar

Joseph Zlogar

Apr 14, 2008

At rest Monday April 14, 2008 at Provena St. Joseph Medical Center. Survived by his loving wife of 54 years Helen J. (nee Laoutides), son Joseph (Peggy) Zlogar of Naperville, grandchildren, Zachary, Marisa, and Elisabeth. Numerous nieces, nephews and cousins also survive. Preceded in death by his parents John and Theresa (Horvat) Zlogar. Six sisters, Theresa (Talaska), Frances (Laurich),...

Mary M. Wainscott

Mary M. Wainscott

Apr 12, 2008

At rest peacefully on Saturday, April 12 ,2008 at Provena St. Joseph Medical Center. Loving mother of Charles (Paula) Wainscott, Joyce Wainscott (John Mozga), Carol (David) Vollmer and Thomas (Donna) Wainscott Sr. Dearest grandmother of Sara (Egon) Ozer and Carl Wainscott, Scott (fiancA�?A�AC. Bridget Collins), Kevin, Brian and Jason Vollmer, Jennifer (Bret) Czys and Thomas Wainscott Jr.; three great-grandchildren,...

Stanley P. Baldyga

Stanley P. Baldyga

Apr 11, 2008

Age 89. At rest on Friday, April 11, 2008 at Salem Village. Survived by one sister, Frances Lucas of Lockport, IL; and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his parents, Paul and Dorothy Baldyga; sisters, Rose Fretter, Mary Stapinski and Stella Bilesio. Retired from US Steel after 30 years of employment. Stan was extremely kind and generous...

Dolores V. Lillwitz

Dolores V. Lillwitz

Apr 11, 2008

(nee Shamet) At rest on Friday, April 11, 2008. Beloved godmother of Sandra Hladky; sister Charlotte (the late John) Bulger; brother John Gedcus Jr.; niece Beth (Dennis) Kairis; nephew Michael Bulger, Brian (Amy) Bulger; dear friend Agnes Zouras. In lieu of flowers donations to the Joliet Area Community Hospice in Dolores name would be appreciated Cemetery Services will be...

Eileen M. Scherle

Eileen M. Scherle

Apr 10, 2008

""Bunny"" (nee Hare) Age 84. At rest on Thursday, April 10, 2008 at Provena St. Joseph Medical Center surrounded by her loving family. Survived by her loving children Penelope (Michael) Walker, Mary (Kenneth) Faber, daughter-in-law Marla (Lee) Kim; dearest grandmother of Adam Scrogham, Jonathan Walker and Alex Kim; one sister Anna Hare. Numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, special neighbors and...