Obituaries

Joliet, IL Obituaries

Local obituaries for the Joliet, IL area

Frank J. Laule

Frank J. Laule

May 27, 2007

Age 71, at rest Sunday, May 27, 2007 at the Joliet Hospice Home, with his family by his side. Survived by his beloved wife of 43 years, Bonita (nee Mills) Laule. Loving father of Ann Keane, Alec and Brian Laule; dearest grandfather of Shane Keane, Connor, Sarah and Ryan Laule; one sister, Mary Phyllis Patterson; also survived by numerous...

Joseph R. Gersich

Joseph R. Gersich

May 24, 2007

""Joe"" ""Runt"" Of Spring Hill, Florida; formerly of Joliet IL., died on May 24, 2007. Survived by his loving wife Louise (nee Hagan); two sons Jason J. (Dawn) and Kyle J. Gersich; two grandchildren Braden and Kellisyn Gersich; sister Judith G. 'Judy' Derlinga; brother Frank J. 'Butch' (fianceA�?A�AC. Sharon Homerding); aunts, Doris Kramerich and Annabelle DeLong; godmother Sophia A....

Wayne A. Walsh

Wayne A. Walsh

May 24, 2007

Age 53. At rest suddenly Thursday, May 24, 2007, at his late residence. Born in Chicago, and a lifelong resident of Joliet. Survived by his loving wife of 29 years, Cynthia (nee Sheppard); daughters, Shelly and Anna Walsh; parents, John J., and Lillian F. (nee Santoro) Walsh; sister, Laura (John) Dolehide; brother, Dale (Elizabeth) Walsh; mother and father in...

Wheatley McGowan

Wheatley McGowan

May 22, 2007

Age 78, of Joliet, IL passed away surrounded by his family at Loyola Medical Center on May 22,2007. Wheatley had a B.A. in Business and retired from Mobil Oil Corporation where he worked for 14 years at the Joliet Refinery as a maintenance planner and 10 years at the chemical plant in Saudi Arabia. Wheatley was a loving husband,...

Jacqueline Marie Lenci

Jacqueline Marie Lenci

May 19, 2007

Jacqueline Marie Lenci (nee Farrell), 67, died May 19, 2007 in Glenwood Rehabilitation Care Center. Jacqueline was born August 5, 1939 in Oak Park and was a lifetime resident of Joliet. She enjoyed her time spent with her friends and residents of Joliet Terrace Nursing Home and especially enjoyed shopping trips and outings with the group. Survivors include two...

Yola M. Algozino

Yola M. Algozino

May 19, 2007

Age 86. At rest on May 19, 2007. Born in Chicago on September 12, 1920 to Albert and Marie Mondello. Survived by her loving daughter Linda A. Janik and son-in-law Robert W. Janik. Also surviving are her much loved and appreciated granddaughter Leah M. Janik of Joliet; and grandson, Thomas R. Janik of Arcata, California. Preceded in death by...

Arlene A. Eakstries

Arlene A. Eakstries

May 18, 2007

Age 72. At rest May 18, 2007 joining her children in Heaven, the late John Eakstries and the late Fran Wilson; devoted Wife of John Eakstries. Loving mother-in-law of Al Wilson; dear grandmother of Danielle (Larry) Williams, Tracy (Joel) Shuring, John Eakstries, Jackie, Al and Steve Wilson; cherished great grandmother of Nikki, Jason and Britni Wilson; and her loving...

Mark S. Gaydos

Mark S. Gaydos

May 18, 2007

Age 50. A lifelong resident of Joliet, passed away May 18, 2007 at Silver Cross Hospital. Devoted husband of Linda Vetor-Gaydos; loving stepfather of Mary Vetor; dear brother of Michael (Mary) and David (Linda) Gaydos; fond uncle of Christopher, Nicholas, Brian, Joseph and Traci Gaydos. Preceded in death by his parents, Michael and Helen (nee Stancel) Gaydos. Mark was...

Loretta A. Rust

Loretta A. Rust

May 18, 2007

Age 76. Died peacefully at her home in Lockport, May 18, 2007. Devoted mother of David (Yulia) Bolin, Susan (Paul) Giu-gler, Sandra Bever, Melinda (Ed) Kazlauskas, Holly (Kris) Tumidajski. Loving grandmother of Christopher and Brynn Giugler, Christian Tumidajski, Joseph Schweitzer, Alina Lovelva; and soon to be dear great grandmother of one; brother, Arthur Werth. Preceded in death by her...

Hershel Ray Dobbs

Hershel Ray Dobbs

May 15, 2007

Hershel Ray Dobbs Jr., age 68, of Plainfield, formerly of Oak Park, IL, retired from Northern Trust Company, passed away on May 15, 2007, beloved husband of Barbara Dobbs; loving father of Mark (Caryn E.) Dobbs of Olathe, KS and Karen M. (Brian) Youngdahl of Downers Grove; grandfather of Megan Nicole, Rachel Marie and Tyler James Youngdahl; dearest brother...

Laura I. Lauth (nee Davis)

Laura I. Lauth (nee Davis)

May 13, 2007

Born November 26, 1950. At rest on Sunday, May 13, 2007 in Joliet following a long battle with Multiple Sclerosis, which slowed her body, but could not touch her beautiful spirit or loving heart. Survived by her husband, Michael Williamson; parents, Bernie and Pauline Davis; sons, Jamie (Sarah) Lauth and Sean Williamson; a daughter, Laura Elizabeth Bryson; grandchildren, Bethany...

William F. Govednik

William F. Govednik

May 11, 2007

Born May 10, 1926 at rest Friday, May 11, 2007 at Provena St. Joseph Medical Center Survived by his wife of 56 years, Diane (nee Salopek) Gov-ednik; sons, William (Laurie), Paul (Debbie Jones), Mark (Lynda); and daughter, Kathleen (late Brent) Gunier; grandchildren, Colleen (Steve) Gunier Russell, Raymond, Carrie, and Crystal Gunier, Scott, Mark, Gail, Lauren, Joseph and Jacob Govednik;...

Louis J. Pavich

Louis J. Pavich

May 10, 2007

""Lou"" ""Louie"" Entered into rest on Thursday, May 10, 2007 at Provena St. Joseph Medical Center. Survived by his loving wife of 29 years Linda; father of Tammy (Frank) Rosa of Bradenton, FL; grandfather of Jagger Rosa; three sisters, Rose (Frank) Stoiber, Kay (Raymond) Glad, Ann (Ralph) Blinstrup. Also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, cousins, numerous other...

Rose J. Partak

Rose J. Partak

May 8, 2007

(nee Papez) Age 91. At rest on Tuesday, May 8, 2007 at St. Patrick's Nursing Home in Naperville. Preceded in death by her husband, Frank Sr. (2006), her son, Frank Jr. (2006), her parents, Joseph and Maria Papez, four brothers, Leo, Joseph, Tony, Frank Papez, five sisters, Mary, Betty and Frances Papez, Katherine Tondini, Josephine Sinchek. Survived by one...

Dolores C. Weisel

Dolores C. Weisel

May 7, 2007

Weisel, Dolores C. (nee Pricolo), age 66, at rest on Monday, May 7, 2007, at the Joliet Area Community Hospice Home. Survived by her sons, Harold (Jackie) and Jacob (Cynthia) Weisel; grandchildren, Jacob, James, Ashley, Meagan, Jamie, Neil and Carly. Preceded in death by her father, Angelo (Joan) Pricolo and mother, Sophia (Walter) Paul. Born in Chicago, IL. In...

Theresa M. Bolte

Theresa M. Bolte

May 2, 2007

(nee Loeffler) At rest on Wednesday, May 2, 2007 at Provena St. Joseph Medical Center. Survived by her devoted husband of 40+ years, William Bolte; loving mother of Julie Bolte; sister of Elaine (Basil) Libovich and Edward (Marge) Loeffler. Special friend of Audrey, Bonnie, Barb, Terri, Laura and many others. Godmother to Laura Vranich, Brian Bolte and Karen Drew...

Mary Ann Miller

Mary Ann Miller

Apr 29, 2007

Age 62 at rest Sunday, April 29, 2007 at Provena St. Joseph Medical Center. Born in Joliet and a life long resident. Survived by her loving mother, Mary A. (nee Papesh) (late Walter 'Dusty') Miller; dearest sister of Diana (Robert) Buldak and Josephine (Richard) Snyder. Also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins. The family of Mary...

Edward W. Terdich

Edward W. Terdich

Apr 28, 2007

Age 84. At Rest April 28, 2007 at Provena St. Joseph Medical Center. A Lifelong resident of Joliet, IL. Devoted Husband of Therese (nee Krizmanic) Terdich. Loving Father of Karen (Tim) Matuszewski. Dear Grandfather of Trent and Todd Matuszewski. Fond Brother of Frank Terdich. Cherished Brother in law of Betty Terdich and Harry Gendron. Kind Uncle to many. Edward...

Sophie H. Cirrencione

Sophie H. Cirrencione

Apr 27, 2007

At rest Friday, April 27, 2007 at her late residence surrounded by her family. Survived by her son, Philip (Mary Jane) Cirrencione; three grandchildren, Terri (Robert) Roberts, Cheryl (Joseph) Ehrsam and Renea (Robert) Hughes; four great grandchildren, Justin Balla, Paige Ehrsam, Jacob Ehrsam and Alexandra Hughes; sisters-in-law, Jenny Bova, Natalina Baul and Sarah Cirrencione. Numerous nieces, nephews and cousins...

Father James Pajkos

Father James Pajkos

Apr 23, 2007

Age 74. At rest Monday April 23, 2007 at Sts. Cyril & Methodius Friary. A Franciscan Friar for 55 yrs. and Priest for 49 yrs. Survived by a brother, Gerald (Nancy) Pajkos, of Alsip, IL. Nieces, Dawn (Roger) Malik of Frankfort, IL. and Dee Pajkos of Midlothian, IL. Friends are invited to join the friars and family for the...