Joliet, IL Obituaries

Aug 24, 2023

Sarah E. Lucas

Age 35 of Rockdale, passed away Thursday, August 24, 2023 at her home with family by her side.

Born May 27, 1988 in Joliet, Sarah was the daughter of Joseph and Susan (Russell) Kranz. She was raised and educated in Romeoville and graduated from Lockport Township High School. Following graduation, Sarah was...

Aug 24, 2023

Wendy Elliott Reardon passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 24, 2023 at Lightways Hospice Care in Joliet with her family by her side.

She was born in Stretford, Manchester, England and later resided in Elwood, Illinois. She was a beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother who will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

Wendy...

Aug 21, 2023

After braving an eight year battle with Early Onset Alzheimer’s Disease, John William Ancel went to be with the Lord peacefully at the age of 58, on Monday, August 21, 2023. He was born on January 30, 1965. At the time of his birth, his parents John B. (d. 1980) and Marlene (d. 2015) were already proud parents of...

Aug 16, 2023

Services will be held on Friday, August 18, 2023 from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. at Tezak Funeral Home, 1211 Plainfield Road, Joliet, Il 60435.

Aug 12, 2023

Eric L. Johnson

Age 61 of Plainfield and formerly of Hometown, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 12, 2023 at Ascension St. Joseph Hospital in Joliet.

Born January 5, 1962 in Chicago, Eric was the son of Davey and Carol (Keen) Johnson. He was raised and educated in Bridgeview and graduated from Argo High School...

Aug 9, 2023

Francisco Javier Ramirez

Age 45 of Joliet, passed away on Wednesday, August 9, 2023 at Silver Cross Hospital in New Lenox with his family by his side.

Born December 3, 1977 in Guanajuato, Mexico, Francisco was a son of Juan and Enedina Ramirez. Franciso was a hard worker who cared deeply about his family. He...

Aug 2, 2023

Geraldine L. Hockin, 76, passed away on Wednesday, August 2, 2023.

She worked over 40 years as a server and was a member of the American Legion Club. Geraldine was a supporter of many animal causes as well and contributing to many organizations.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Bruce Hockin; parents: Nick...

Jul 29, 2023

Anne C. Steinhauer-Chakos, 53, of Bradenton, FL, passed away on Saturday, July 29, 2023, after a long battle with a terminal illness. An accomplished real estate agent, treasured friend, and beloved mother and wife, Anne moved through life with sophistication and style, facing challenges head-on with a million-watt smile. She was born in St. Paul, MN, on February 15,...

Jul 29, 2023

Ernest Lopez, Sr. age 83, born into eternal life on Saturday, July 29, 2023.

Ernest is survived by his children, Ernest Lopez Jr.; David Lopez and Julia; numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, and nephews; siblings, Aurora (William) Gallegos and Ray Lopez.

Preceded in death by his parents, Ramon and Julia (nee Moreno); siblings, Catalina, Antonio...

Jul 28, 2023

Dr. Jeffry G. Lapsker, DDS of New Lenox, age 65. Beloved husband of the late Donna, nee Demos; loving father of Dr. Jennifer Lapsker, David (Corynn) Lapsker and Dr. Sarah (Matthew) Mitchell; fiancé of Kim Martin; proud grandfather of Oliver Chiang, Sydney, Kellen and Shay Lapsker, Parker Mitchell and the late Declan Mitchell; devoted son of the late Irving...

Jul 27, 2023

Suzette R. Nixon, 57, entered into rest on Wednesday, July 27, 2023 in Joliet,IL

Suzette was born on July 26, 1966 in Joliet, IL as the 5th of 8 children. She went home to eternal peace and rest, on July 27, 2023.

While she held many titles her most important role was playing mother to...

Jul 26, 2023

Dorene Jean Bryan, age 80, a lifelong resident of Joliet, Illinois, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Wednesday, July 26, 2023.  She was born on February 27, 1943.

Dorene is survived by her daughter Patty (Sean) Deering; grandchildren: Taylor Kellogg, Dominic Kellogg, and Brennan Deering, also surviving is her brother William "Bill" (Cindy) Studer.

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Jul 24, 2023

Wilfred J. Stukel

“Bill”

Age 95 of Plainfield, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 24, 2023 at his home with his family by his side.

Born June 20, 1928, Bill was a son of Steven and Cele Stukel. He was raised and educated in Joliet and following his time in school, he married...

Jul 22, 2023

Sophie K. Anderson (nee Konjevich), age 86, born into eternal life on Saturday, July 22, 2023.

Sophie was born to Milos and Martha (Vracar) Konjevich in Lockport, IL. She married Charles C. Anderson in 1958 and together they began a family of their own.

Sophie is survived by her children, Richard (Sherry) Anderson, Barbara (Wesley)...

Jul 21, 2023

Alan George Toth, age 66, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 21, 2023 from bile duct cancer at home with his family by his side. Al was born on June 8, 1957 in Joliet to George and Elsie (nee Pucel) Toth. He graduated from St. Joseph Grade School and Joliet Catholic High School. Al was employed by Commonwealth Edison...

Jul 8, 2023

On July 8, 2023, Rosalyn "Linda" (Martinez) Bedolla was called home to be with the Lord at the age of 69. Born in Joliet, IL on November 5, 1953, Rosalyn was the daughter of the late Michael A. Martinez and Dolores (Martinez) Arellano. She was preceded in death by her parents, brother Francis "Kiko" Martinez ,Michael Martinez and sister...

Jul 6, 2023

It is with great sadness that the family of Sharon Lee Umek, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend to many, announce her passing on July 6, 2023 at the age of 75 with her loving and devoted husband Tony by her side.

Sharon was a woman of great strength and intelligence. Widowed at a young age during...

Jul 4, 2023

On July 4, 2023, the world lost a remarkable woman, Susan Lynn Kezele. Born in Joliet, IL on July 30, 1973 to parents Richard Kenneth and Irene Selinger.

She was preceded in death by her father.

Susan was an incredible wife to her husband Brian Kezele and loving mother to her children Rylan and Brycen....

Jul 4, 2023

Dr. Antonia Rozman Mlinar, aged 97, residing in Joliet, IL.  Oldest of 5 children born to Anton and Helena (Žvab) Rozman.  Survived by her brother, Bernard (Marinka, +2018) Rozman and numerous nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her parents, 3 brothers, Lovro (Ivanka), Ivan (Georgiann) and Peter.

She was a proud member of the Sisters of St Joseph,...

Jun 30, 2023

William B. Regis

“Bill”

Age 58 of Oakland, Arkansas and formerly of Plainfield, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, June 30, 2023 at his home.

Born September 17, 1964 in Joliet, Bill was a son of Gerald and Sylvia (Scroggins) Regis. He was raised and educated in Plainfield and graduated from Plainfield High School...