Joliet, IL Obituaries

Susan Diane (Brinskelle) Hucul

Nov 7, 2022

Early Monday morning, on November 7th, 2022, Susan D. Hucul suddenly passed away at the age of sixty-six. Susan was an unwaveringly strong and gentle mother, grandmother, and friend. She was an accomplished nurse, selflessly devoting herself to healthcare for over 30 years. She graduated from Joliet Junior College earning an associate’s in nursing. Her dedication and talent for...

Freda Joyce (Taylor) Payne

Oct 31, 2022

Freda Joyce Payne (nee Taylor), age 83, passed away peacefully on Monday, October 31, 2022.

Freda is survived by her children, Brad (the late Donna) Payne and Cindy Offerman; grandchildren, Tabitha Offerman, Taylor (Kevin) Miller, Brandy Payne and Cody (Mari) Payne; great-grandchildren, Jaylin, Kaleigh and Camden; sisters, Ann Lincoln and Sandy Kurtz; grandson-in-law, Matt Blatti; brother-in-law, Rod...

Anthony "Tony" Lorenzo

Oct 30, 2022

Anthony Lorenzo

“Tony”

Age 86 of Joliet, passed away on Sunday, October 30, 2022 at his home with family by his side.

Born June 9, 1936 in Joliet, Anthony Eugene was a son of Eugene, Sr. and Ethel (Nedelsky) Lorenzo. He was raised and educated in Joliet and was a graduate of Lewis...

Sandra L. Grynevich

Oct 29, 2022

Sandra L. Grynevich, 58, passed away on October 29, 2022 in Joliet,IL.

Sandy had many accomplishments, both professional and personal. What made her unlike anyone else in the world is how she was able to reach into others, fill them with love, and push them to become better versions of themselves. Sandy’s selflessness touched so many during...

Elizabeth "Bettie" (Stalzer) Getson

Oct 28, 2022

Elizabeth “Bettie” (nee Stalzer) Getson, December 27, 1917 – October 28, 2022, age 104, passed away on Friday October 28, 2022 at Lightways Hospice.

Survived by her sons, Victor D. (Catherine Hartley) Getson and Ric (Karen Rocush) Getson; two grandsons, Alexander R. (Corey) Getson and Nicholas V. Getson; and one great- granddaughter, Grace Elizabeth Getson.

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LuAnn Eichhorn

Oct 26, 2022

LuAnn Eichhorn

Age 65 of Joliet, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 26, 2022.

LuAnn was a sweet, humble, kind and loveable woman. She was her loving husband, Mike Cassem’s soul mate. Their love and embrace for one another was what most people wish for in a lifetime, but very few people get to find...

Arthur J. "Boots" Galli Sr.

Oct 26, 2022

Arthur J. Galli Sr. “Boots,” age 88, died peacefully on Wednesday, October 26, 2022.

Boots survived by his loving children, Karen (Tom) Barnett and Arthur (Michelle) Galli Jr.; grandchildren, Adam (Carli) Barnett, Kevin (Michelle) Barnett, and A.J. Galli III; great-grandsons, Nolan and Paxton Barnett, and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Preceded in death by his...

Robert Allen Militello

Oct 25, 2022

Robert A. Militello, age 64 passed away peacefully Tuesday, October 25, 2022 with his loving family and friends by his side. Left to cherish his memory is his loving wife of 34 years Beth (Boland) Militello, daughter Hannah Militello and fiancé Eric Humer. Son of Janet Militello and the late James A. Militello; brother to Pamela (Brian) Stofko, James...

Oscar Chavez

Oct 24, 2022

Oscar Chavez, 30, passed away on Monday, October 24, 2022.

Visitation will be held on Friday, October 28, 2022 from 4:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. at Tezak Funeral Home, 1211 Plainfield Rd.,Joliet,IL. Prayer service will be held on Saturday, October 29, 2022 at 9:20 a.m. at Tezak Funeral Home.

Funeral  mass will be held on...

Mary Jane (Griffin) Sadowski

Oct 23, 2022

Mary Jane Sadowski, 63, passed away on Sunday, October 23, 2022.

Mary Jane loved camping and spending time with her dogs. She will be dearly missed and loved.

She is preceded in death by her parents: Howard Hermitt Sr. and Elvira Griffin and one brother; Howard Jr.

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Richard E. Bluth

Oct 18, 2022

Richard E. Bluth

Age 93 of Joliet, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 18, 2022 at Lightways Hospice with his family by his side.

Born September 1, 1929 in Joliet, he was a son of Anthony Bluth and Anne (Simonic) Bluth.

Richard graduated from Lockport High School with the class of 1947.

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Karen A. Plese

Oct 16, 2022

Karen A. Plese

Age 68 of Joliet, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 16, 2022 at Lightways Hospice in Joliet with her family by her side.

Born March 21, 1954 in Joliet, Karen was a daughter of Eugene and Eileen (Cox) Plese. She was raised and educated in Joliet and made a career for herself...

Nicholas A. Charletta

Oct 16, 2022

Nicholas A. Charletta

Age 96 of Joliet, passed away on Sunday, October 16, 2022.

Born on September 24, 1926 in Joliet, he was a son of Louis and Lena (Sylvester) Charletta.

Loving and devoted husband of Rosalie (nee Darmata) whom he married on August 20, 1960.

Nicholas was preceded in death...

Michael L. McKeon

Oct 15, 2022

Michael L McKeon

Born 12-15-42 Died 10-15-22

Survived by his loving wife Pamela of 54 yrs (Parks)siblings Patti,Larry(Sandy)Tom,Mary(bob Misiurewicz)McKeon.Brother and sister-law Jeff(Georgia)Parks and Sherry (John)Rousonelos,Daughter-in-law Kelly(Greg) McKeon Granddaughter Caitlin(Danny)McKeon & Jean Fugett(Thomas)numerous Grandchildren & Great-grandchildren nieces & nephews also survive.

Preceded in death by his parents Lawrence & Agnes(Valek)McKeon,in-laws Robert & Beverly Parks,sons...

Maryalice "Elsie" (Pruitt) Giovengo

Oct 15, 2022

Maryalice “Elsie” Giovengo (nee Pruitt), age 73, passed away at her home on Saturday, October 15, 2022 with her loving family by her side.

Maryalice is survived by her husband of 53 years, Jerry Giovengo; children, Allison, Rebecca (John), Jerry (Sam) and David (Korrin); 15 grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren.

Preceded in death by her mother,...

Mauricio Salvador Juarez

Oct 14, 2022

Mauricio Salvador Juarez, 67, passed  away on Friday, October 14, 2022 in Wilmington,IL. He was born on July 7, 1955 in  Traverse City, Michigan and later moved to Joliet,IL in 1960

Mauricio went by many names: Sal, Moe, Moe Green, Sexy Mexi, Morris Morado, Kermit, Morris The Cat, Pepper Man, Buddy and Uncle Buddy

He...

Mary R. (Capitino) Cusimano

Oct 13, 2022

With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Mary Rose Cusimano, nee Capitino (known affectionately as Grandma Memo), our loving and devoted mother, grandmother, great grandmother, aunt and friend.

Mary was born October 12, 1926 and is survived by sons Joseph (Donna) and Samuel ‘Skip’ (Lottie); grandchildren Gina (Jim) Kopczynski, Jillian (Christopher) Jordan, Noel (Kelly) Hurst, Joe...