Joliet, IL Obituaries

Jun 9, 2023

Leroy “Babe” Mihelich, 91, passed away on Friday, June 9, 2023.

Leroy served in the United States Army, serving in the Korean War. He was a member of the Tile Layers 67 working as a ceramic tile layer for over 50 years as well as a member of the KSKJ, Rivals Club, American Legion Post 1080 and...

Jun 8, 2023

Barbara Ann Clement “Rooster” (nee Baloy), age 71, entered God’s Heavenly Kingdom on Thursday, June 8, 2023, peacefully at her home in Jonesborough, TN from complications due to Vascular Dementia .

She is survived by her loving husband of 47 years, Clayton “Clay” Clement; daughters, Katheryn (Jeff) Collingsworth of Kingsport, TN, Breanne (Adam) Calderoni of Burke, VA;...

Jun 7, 2023

Elisabeth Nicola (born Daudigeos) passed away in her home of 57 years on Wednesday, June 7, at the age of 99. Born and raised in Morcenx, France, she would move to America to eventually arrive in Joliet where she raised her five children.

She will be remembered by her family and friends for her zest for life,...

Jun 7, 2023

George Thom

Age 96 of Joliet, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 7th, 2023 at Willow Falls in Crest Hill,IL. with his family by his side.

Born September 16th, 1926 in Coal City, George was the son of Robert and Nettie (Vaira) Thom. Raised and educated in Coal City, George graduated from Coal City High...

Jun 7, 2023

Patricia Louise (Brulc) Rolih went home to our Lord on Wednesday, June 7, 2023.  Born January 15, 1931, to Louis and Angelina (Lusciatti) Brulc in Joliet, IL.  She attended St. Joseph Catholic School, Saint Francis High School and the College of St. Francis.  She received her Bachelor of Science Degree in 1953 and went on to work at the...

Jun 6, 2023

Louis William Hoidas, Jr.

Age 87 of Plainfield, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 6, 2023 at Ascension St. Joseph Hospital.

Born February 14, 1936 in Chicago, Louis was the son of Louis, Sr. and Loretta (Lancman) Hoidas. He retired after a dedicated career as a maintenance engineer in the food industry. In his free...

Jun 6, 2023

Maryanne Skole (nee Jankowski)

Age 67 of Joliet, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 6, 2023 at Ascension St. Joseph Hospital with her family by her side.

Born August 30, 1955 in Joliet, Maryanne was a daughter of Edward, Josephine and Geraldine Jankowski. She was raised and educated in Joliet and graduated from St. Francis...

May 30, 2023

Lowelyn M. Leasure (nee’ Brown)

”Cissy”

Lifelong resident of Joliet. Moved to Round O, South Carolina 2021. Cissy was a graduate of JTHS Central where she was an accomplished violinist and performed with both the high school and city orchestras. She enjoyed gardening and going to garage sales and thrift stores to find a bargain....

May 30, 2023

A celebration of David's life will begin on Thursday, June 15, 2023. The family invites relatives and friends to join them for a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 a.m. at the Church of St. Anthony in Joliet. Interment with military honors will follow at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery in Elwood. Per David's wishes cremation rites have been accorded....

May 27, 2023

Beverly J. Kero, age 88 of Joliet, passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, May 27, 2023 with her family by her side.

Born July 3, 1934 in Joliet, Beverly was a daughter of Barney and Mary (Zanzola) Bottino. She was raised and educated in Joliet and graduated from Providence High School with the class of...

May 26, 2023

John J. Konopek Sr., age 91, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 26, 2023.

He is survived by his loving son, John Jr. (Maureen) Konopek; son-in-law, Sean (the late Janine) Kaye; grandchildren, Caitlin and Nicholas Konopek and Jacob and Logan Kaye; sister-in-law, Colette DePratt; numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Preceded in death by his beloved...

May 25, 2023

Richard “Dick” Rohder, 76 of Joliet, IL passed away suddenly on Thursday, May 25, 2023.

Left to cherish his memory is his loving wife of 26 years Paula (nee Ambrosch) his daughters: Amy (Steve) Sherwin, Michelle (Mark) Alstott and Nicole (Michael) Brenczewski . He was proud “Papa” to grandchildren: Marissa and Brandon Rocha, Olivia and Emma Alstott,...

May 23, 2023

The universe was blessed with Monica Jean Coady on July 31, 1977 to her late parents Donna Micus and Michael Coady in none other than Chicago, IL. She was a light until her sudden passing on May 23, 2023 at the age of 45. “Moe”, as friends and family affectionately called her, was an adventurous spirit and loving soul....

May 22, 2023

John A. Rutherford Jr., 77, passed away on Monday, May 22, 2023 at his home in Morris, IL.

He was born on June 24, 1945 to the late John A. and Violet (nee Hamilton) Rutherford Sr.

John was a loyal supporter of the Irondogs Motorcycle Club and will be missed by many.

He...

May 21, 2023

Dana Earl York

“Dan”

Age 76 of Joliet, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 21, 2023 at Salem Village Nursing Home in Joliet.

Born November 27, 1946 in Bowling Green, Kentucky. Dan was a son of Layman and Eva (Lindsey) York. He was born in the Bowling Green area and grew up in...

May 20, 2023

Ely Grubisich

Age 89 of Joliet, passed away on Saturday, May 20, 2023 after a short hospital stay.

Ely was number seven of ten children.  He attended Fairmont Grade School and graduated from Lockport High School.  Ely bravely served his country in the Korean War and was an active member of the Joliet St. George...

May 19, 2023

Jorge Liberato

A la edad de 81 años, de Joliet, falleció pacíficamente el viernes 19 de mayo de 2023 en el Hospital AdventHealth en Bolingbrook.

Jorge era un católico devoto y un hombre de familia devoto con una fuerte ética de trabajo. Era un hijo dedicado a sus padres, hermano, abuelo,y padre activo. Miembro dedicado...

May 18, 2023

Louis M. Gale, age 78, passed away on May 18, 2023.

Lou was born on Nov. 20, 1944 and was raised in a multi-generational home in Rockdale, IL. Surrounded by the love of his mother, sister, grandparents, uncles and aunt, he grew into a strong man, especially following the early death of his father.

Throughout...

May 14, 2023

Samuel San Chhoun

Age 66 of Joliet, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 14, 2023 at Lightways Hospice Care in Joliet.

He is preceded in death by his parents: Tep and Sophea (Sous) Chhoun, and his godmother Prak, Yeun as well as two brother and one sister.

San is survived by his loving...

May 11, 2023

William C. “Bill” Wilhelmi

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Bill Wilhelmi on Thursday, May 11, 2023.  Bill was a hard worker, proudly served his country, and was a devoted husband and father, who will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

Bill is preceded in death by his...