Joliet, IL Obituaries

May 8, 2023

Lawrence “Larry” Lottino, 71, passed away at his home Monday May 8th, 2023.

Larry was born July 21, 1951 in Blue Island, IL to parents Lawrence “Babe” and Shirley (Cogswell) Lottino.  He grew up in Dolton, IL with his sisters Lauren and Rita, and brother Mike. He graduated from St Mary’s Riverdale, Thornridge High School, received bachelor’s...

May 8, 2023

Our mom, Madge Liker, 80 of Coal City, Illinois formerly of Joliet passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her family on Monday, May 08, 2023. On March 17 she made the toughest decision of her life and decided it was time to move on to her next chapter under the care or her children and Lightways Community...

May 8, 2023

Robert J. Trizna

“Bob”

Age 74 of Joliet, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 8, 2023 at Aperion Care in Wilmington.

Born December 8, 1948 in Joliet, Bob was a son of Matthew Trizna and Cecelia (Kovalcik) Vidmar. He was raised and educated in Joliet and graduated from Providence High School with the...

May 7, 2023

Joseph A. Pavnica, Birth 9 April, 1958 Death 7 May, 2023.

My brother Joe suddenly held by an angels hand.  Held tight with her loving song.  Love carried Joe home that day.

Brought to life on earth with God’s grace in mom.  Dad and mom by his side.

Joined soon by brothers Tom...

May 6, 2023

Max Lopez

Age 19 of Joliet, passed away in a tragic car accident on Saturday, May 6, 2023.

He was a son, brother and friend to many. Max was a genuine soul that made a connection with almost anyone he met. In the words of his coach, he was a tough kid, great teammate and...

May 4, 2023

Barbara Jean Shepherd, known to family and friends as “Bobbie Jean,” was born March 5th, 1949 in Blue Creek, Alabama, she was the fourth of ten children, to the union of the late Willie L. Perkins, Sr. and Ethel Mae Kennedy.  Bobbie Jean went to be with the Lord in the evening of May 4th, 2023.

Bobbie...

Apr 30, 2023

Memorial Service for Joe E. Wilson, born September 28, 1939 and transitioned from this life on April 30, 2023, will be held at Tezak Funeral Home Friday 5/5/23 at 12 PM.  He is survived by his daughter Melissa Wilson, sister Carolyn (Ronald Sr.) Bills and brother Charles (Emmy) Hughes.

Apr 27, 2023

Rev. Rebecca Alcorn was born July 9, 1969 in Joliet, IL. She passed away unexpectedly at the young age of 53 on April 27, 2023 at the University of Chicago Hospital in Chicago, Illinois.

Rebecca attended Lockport Township High School where she participated in AFJROTC. She also was a proud Joliet Firebird. She earned her Associate’s Degree...

Apr 22, 2023

Susan “Sue” K. Mehon (née Wheeler), age 66, passed away peacefully in the comfort of her own home, Saturday, April 22, 2023. She was a long-time resident of Crest Hill, IL.

Sue was preceded in death by her loving mother and father, Helen and Don Wheeler; and her brother, Jay Wheeler.

Sue is survived and...

Apr 22, 2023

Lois E. “Ma” Brown, 85, entered into rest on Saturday, April 22, 2023 in Joliet, IL

Lois was born on March 6, 1938 to the late Michael and Louise (nee Kobe) Gregorash in Joliet, IL.

She was a lifelong resident of Joliet where she attended St Joes Joliet and St Francis Academy. A Joliet Catholic...

Apr 17, 2023

Jackie A. Taylor

“Big Red”

Age 69 of Joliet, passed away Monday, April 17, 2023.

Born Oct. 29, 1953, in Joliet, she was a daughter of John and Margaret (Fonck) Carroll. She was a loving spouse, mother and grandma. She was beloved in the local music scene and was the manager for Saints...

Apr 16, 2023

Carmen M. Rauman (nee’ Fonseca)

Age 89 of Joliet, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 16, 2023 at Sunny Hill Nursing Home with her family by her side.

Born March 3, 1934 in Joliet, Carmen was a daughter of Joseph and Mary (Jaso) Fonseca. She was raised and educated in Joliet and due to the...

Apr 16, 2023

Delia Rodriguez, 75, of Joliet passed away on Sunday, April 16, 2023 surrounded by her loving family.

She was born in Morelia, Michoacan and later became a longtime resident of Joliet. Delia was a devoted wife and mother of three and family and friends will mourn her caring and nurturing soul.

Left to cherish her...

Apr 16, 2023

Irene M. Davidson

Age 96 of Shorewood, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 16, 2023 at Accent Care in Naperville.

Born May 6, 1926 in Joliet, Irene was the daughter of Victor and Gertrude (Korevec) Felix. She was raised and educated in Joliet and married Mr. John “Jack” Davidson. Together they made a home and...

Apr 15, 2023

Jennifer (Josi) Ann Madera, 52, passed away on Friday, April 14, 2023

She received her Bachelors in Accounting and Computer Science but had many talents as a clothing designer, seamstress, crochet artist & pattern writer, photographer, jewelry maker, web architect, graphic artist, business owner, traveler, writer, and poet.

Jennifer is preceded in death by her...

Apr 13, 2023

Georgene “Jean” Miller (nee Krochmal), age 74, peacefully passed away on Thursday, April 13, 2023.

Jean is survived her loving husband of 51 years, James E. Miller; children, Eleanor Lightner, Jim W. Miller and Jeffrey Miller; grandchildren, Anthony (Jennifer) Lightner and Christopher (Alexi) Lightner, Ethan and Ryan Miller; great-grandchildren, James and Oliva Lightner; numerous, nieces, nephews and...

Apr 12, 2023

Mildred (Grubisich) Skoryi, 94, passed away on April 12, 2023 after a brief hospital stay.

Mildred (Millie) was born in 1929 and was the fourth child of a family of ten children.  She attended Fairmont Grade School and graduated from Lockport High School.  Millie was a retiree from St. Joseph’s Hospital in Joliet.  She was an active...

Apr 12, 2023

Kimberly Ann Danielewicz (nee Pooler)

Age 61 of Plainfield, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 12, 2023 at her home with her family by her side.

Born January 26, 1962 in Chicago, Kimberly was a daughter of Richard, Sr. and Dorothy (Dinnon) Pooler. She was raised educated in Chicago and graduated from Thomas Kelly High...

Apr 9, 2023

Mellissa Ann Brandt, age 37, passed away on Sunday, April 9, 2023 with her loving family by her side.

Mellissa loved playing games, dancing, music and family. She enjoyed planning family events and was an avid animal lover. Mellissa’s smile was contagious and will be missed by all who knew her.

She is survived by...

Apr 8, 2023

Douangchanh Douangchampa

Age 88 of Joliet, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, April 8, 2023 with his family by his side.

He was born on February 2, 1935 in a northern village in Laos. At a young age Douangchanh joined the Lao Royal Army. Unfortunately, his unit was captured and put into a concentration...