Obituaries
Joliet, IL Obituaries
Local obituaries for the Joliet, IL area
Edward "Eddie" Allen Nink
May 17, 2025
Edward “Eddie” Allen Nink, age 68, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 17, 2025, surrounded by the warmth and love of his devoted family. Eddie was born on January 6, 1957, to the late Raymond and Cecilia (née Flaherty) Nink.
He was the 14th of their beloved children and grew up in Streator, IL. In recent years, he lived between Shorewood,...
Fransisco "Kiko" Bibian
May 15, 2025
Fransisco Bibian, lovingly known as “Kiko”, a devoted husband and beloved father, passed away peacefully on May 15, 2025, at the age of 56. Born in Crete, Illinois, and a lifelong resident of Joliet, Kiko was a proud graduate of Joliet Central High School. He started working at Berlinsky Scrap Co. from a young age and later spent many years...
Arturo Rivera Jr.
May 15, 2025
Arturo Rivera Jr., age 80, passed away peacefully at Maple Glen Memory Care in Glen Ellyn, IL on May 15, 2025. He was born in Martindale, TX on October 22, 1944 to his parents Arturo Rivera Sr. and Adela Rivera (nee Hernandez).
Arturo spent most of his youth in Joliet, IL before joining the United States Army at the age of...
Carl "Toby" LaFever
May 13, 2025
Carl “Toby” LaFever, age 51, left this world on May 13, 2025. He was born in Joliet, IL on August 16, 1973 to his father Carl LaFever and mother Joyce Mank (nee Eichelberger).
Toby lived a life that was not free of challenges. Some of those challenges were self-imposed, and some were not. Given the opportunity, he would freely admit that...
George Britt Barr Jr.
May 11, 2025
George Britt Barr Jr., age 72, passed away suddenly on Sunday, May 11, 2025.
George Britt Barr Jr.—beloved husband, devoted father, proud grandfather affectionately known as Boompa, cherished brother, and loving son—passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of joy, strength, and unwavering love.
To know George was to hear his infectious, booming laugh echo through a room and to feel the...
Thomas J. Meyer Sr.
May 10, 2025
Thomas Joseph Meyer Sr. of Joliet, age 82, passed away surrounded by his loving family at St. Joseph Hospital on May 10, 2025. He was born at St. Joseph Hospital on July 11, 1942 to Julian Meyer and Marie Meyer (nee Wilhelmi).
Tom was born and raised in Joliet. He was a proud lifelong resident and graduated with the Class of...
Joseph Raymond Ciancanelli
May 9, 2025
Joseph R. Ciancanelli of Joliet, age 80, passed away at Lightways Hospice in Joliet on May 9, 2025. Joe was born in Joliet on April 10, 1945 to his parents Joseph L. and Helen (nee Sternal) Ciancanelli.
Joe attended SS Cyril and Methodius Grade School and was a proud member of the graduating class of 1963 from Joliet Catholic High School....
Hector Manuel De Arcos Romo
May 9, 2025
Hector Manuel De Arcos Romo,38 passed away on Friday, May 9, 2025.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, May 14, 2025 from 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm at Tezak Funeral Home, 1211 Plainfield Rd, Joliet,IL.
Héctor Manuel De Arcos Romo, de 38 años, falleció el Viernes 9 de Mayo de 2025.
La visita se llevará a cabo el Miércoles 14 de Mayo de...
Lottie "Char" Stefanich
May 9, 2025
Lottie “Char” Stefanich (née Bernadyn), 98 Passed away peacefully on Friday, May 9, 2025, at her home, surrounded by her loving family.
Lottie lived a long, faith-filled life devoted to her family, community, and church. A lifelong member of St. Anne’s Church, she sang in the St. Anne’s Choir for 45 years, sharing her love of music and her faith with...
Joana Katy Albu
May 7, 2025
Joana Katy Albu, 92, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, in Newburgh, Indiana surrounded by her loving family. A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, Joana's life was a beautiful testament to hard work, love, and family.
Born in Romania on November 27, 1932, Joana dedicated over 20 years of her early life as a Surgical Nurse, serving in...
Helen L. Aguina
May 7, 2025
Helen L. Aguina, age 90, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, in Joliet, Illinois.
Helen was known for her kind heart, gentle spirit, and her unwavering love for others. She never had a bad word to say about anyone and touched the lives of all who knew her.
She was preceded in death by her parents.
Helen is survived by her...
Pamela S. Nuñez
May 7, 2025
Pamela S. Nuñez, age 59 of Joliet, passed away after a brief illness at Silver Cross Hospital in New Lenox, IL on May 7, 2025. She was born in Valparaiso, IN to her parents Leo and Sharon (nee Sipich) Parkhurst on October 25, 1965.
Pam was born in Indiana, but spent most of her youth in Wisconsin before moving to the...
Rosaura Diaz
May 6, 2025
Rosaura “Wawa/Rosie” Diaz, age 63, of Joliet, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 6, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.
Rosaura was born in Rancho Cepio, Guanajuato, Mexico, and moved to Joliet, Illinois at the age of 13. She attended Gompers Junior High and Joliet Central High School before pursuing a nursing degree at Joliet Junior College. Rosaura was a dedicated...
William "Bill" E. Ackerman
May 5, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of William “Bill” Ackerman, who left us on May 5, 2025, at the age of 78. He was a beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend whose warmth, humor, and compassion touched all who knew him.
He is lovingly remembered by his four children: Nicole (Steve), Neil, Sean (Barbara), and Sarah;...
Mary Ann Squillaci
May 1, 2025
Mary Ann Squillaci of Crest Hill, age 86, passed away on May 1, 2025. She was born on August 17, 1938 in Chicago to Mary and Martin Buonaiuto. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband of 27 years, Joseph; Sisters-in-law Rosalie Thompson & Rosemarie Squillaci; Brothers-in-law, Larry Kuczek, Dominic & Salvatore Squillaci.
She is survived by her children Lisa...
Bernice J. Walker
May 1, 2025
Bernice J. Walker Obituary
Born: October 29, 1928 Joliet, IL
Died: May 1, 2025, Joliet, IL
Bernice J. Walker, Nee Starasinich age 96, left this world to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ after a brief illness.
Survived by her loving husband of seventy-three years, Donald L. Walker, and children Jeanne (Kevin) Forkal and Donald M. Walker. Numerous nieces and nephews and...
William "Bill" J. Mammosser
Apr 20, 2025
William Joseph Mammosser, age 88, passed away peacefully on Easter Sunday, April 20, 2025, at Lightways Hospice in Joliet, Illinois, surrounded by his loving family.
Born and raised in Joliet, a 1951 graduate of St. John the Baptist Grade School, a 1955 graduate of Joliet Central High School where he met his sweetheart, Jean, whom he married in 1958.
Bill lived a...
Jovita Jimenez
Apr 14, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Jovita Jimenez (De La Torre) of Channahon, Illinois. At 58 years old, Jovita entered eternal rest during Holy week, on April 14, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones at Northwestern Memorial Hospital in Chicago. Jovita’s story began on a small farm nestled outside of San Juan de los Lagos, Mexico,...
Paul Edward Dinquel
Apr 13, 2025
Paul Edward Dinquel, 63, of Villa Park, IL, passed away unexpectedly at his home on April 13, 2025. Paul was born on October 20, 1961, at the Great Lakes Naval Station in North Chicago to Jack and Mary (nee English) Dinquel.
Paul was a Navy brat who moved around the United States often as a child while his dad served a...
Paul J. Dubrovich
Apr 12, 2025
Paul J. Dubrovich of Joliet, age 80, passed away on April 12, 2025. Paul was born May 7, 1944 to John and Pauline (nee Grizincic) Dubrovich in Joliet, IL.
Paul was a resident of Joliet for most of his life. He spent the bulk of his career as a proud union Pipe Fitter, retiring from Local 597 in 2006 with thirty-five...
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