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Joliet, IL Obituaries
Local obituaries for the Joliet, IL area
Steven R. Kochalka
Dec 10, 2024
Steven R. Kochalka, born February 11, 1946, at rest December 10, 2024.
Survived by his loving wife of 48 years, Carol (Derkovitz); loving father of Theresa Cummings, Laura (Derek) Fennell, and Steven G. Kochalka (Carmen Montenegro); beloved grandfather of Katelyn, Isabelle, Josephine, Andrew, Seth and Paulino; one sister, Sue Flavin; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
He was preceded in death by...
James John Dallavia
Nov 29, 2024
James J. Dallavia,57, passed away unexpectedly on Friday November 29th 2024 at Ascension Saint Joseph, Joliet, IL.
James graduated from Mt. Zion High School class of 1985. He received his apprenticeship license from The International Brotherhood of Painters in 1995. He worked for Talaga Decorating as a union painter for 15 years and also worked at Acorn Pharmaceutical, Monarch Landing, and...
Richard G. Terlep
Nov 25, 2024
Richard G. Terlep, age 83, of Carol Stream, IL passed away on November 25, 2024 at Central DuPage Hospital. Richard was born on December 22, 1940 in Joliet to Martin and Hattie Marie (Speaker) Terlep. He married Barbara Moerbe on December 26, 1961. They built a house and raised their family in Joliet where they lived until 2016.
Richard loved sports...
Phyllis M. Terlep
Nov 24, 2024
Phyllis Terlep, age 92, peacefully passed away on Sunday, November 24, 2024, at her home, surrounded by her loving family.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert F. Terlep; parents, Julius and Jennie (nee Mont) Stanislaus, three brothers, Herbert, David (in infancy), Edward Stanislaus, and one sister, Rita (nee Stanislaus) Leone.
Phyllis is survived by her devoted daughter, Lynn Clausen;...
Josefina Meza
Nov 20, 2024
Josefina Meza, age 82 of Joliet, passed away at Adventist Hospital in Bolingbrook on November 20, 2024. She was born in Guadalajara, Jalisco in Mexico on March 19, 1942 to her parents Francisco Ramirez and Eustolia Ruiz.
Josefina met and married, the great love of her life, Oscar Meza. Together, the two of them raised a big, beautiful family in Chicago...
Jack Banks Jr.
Nov 19, 2024
Jack Banks Jr., age 78, of Joliet passed on November 19, 2024 at Silver Cross Hospital. Jack was born in Jonestown, Mississippi to Jack Banks Sr. and Eva Mae Banks (nee Taylor) on March 10, 1946.
Jack worked for many years for the Santa Fe Railroad Company and most recently retired from the Mother Theresa Home Assisted Living Facility in Lemont,...
Ruben De La Torre Jr.
Nov 16, 2024
It is with our deepest sorrow and heavy hearts that we must announce the tragic passing of our beloved Ruben De La Torre Junior on November 16, 2024 at the age of 40. Ruben Jr. was a cherished family member and his untimely departure has left a void in our lives that words cannot begin to express.
Born on February 12,...
Frances C. Hibler
Nov 11, 2024
Frances C. Hibler, age 94, passed away peacefully at Lightways Hospice in Joliet, IL on November 11, 2024. She was born in Joliet, IL to her parents John Bauc and Marija Bauc (nee Gudac) on March 6, 1930.
Frances was a lifelong Joliet resident. She met her husband, the late Ralph Hibler Sr., at Malnar’s Tap. The two fell in love...
Beatriz De La Torre Muñoz
Nov 11, 2024
Beatriz De La Torre Muñoz, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother. Beatriz passed away peacefully on November 11, 2024, surrounded by her loving family in Joliet, Illinois. She was 89 years old.
Born on January 30, 1935, in Jalisco, Mexico, Beatriz was the cherished daughter of J. Asuncion De La Torre and Valentina Muñoz. She was united in marriage to Florencio...
Janet C. Liebermann
Nov 11, 2024
Janet C. Liebermann (nee Smrekar), age 60, passed away suddenly on Monday, November 11, 2024.
Janet is survived by her loving husband, Kurt A. Liebermann; son, Kurt E. Liebermann; daughter, Rebecca “Becky” Liebermann; grandchildren, Luke, Camryn, Cole and Brody; parents, Richard and Carol Smrekar; and sister, Deborah Smrekar.
Preceded in death by her sister, Karen Farr; brother-in-law, Louis B. Liebermann; and mother...
Isidro Torres Ceja
Nov 11, 2024
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Isidro Torres Ceja, age 101, who peacefully passed away on Monday, November 11, 2024, in Bolingbrook, Illinois, surrounded by his loving family. Isidro lived a life filled with resilience, compassion, and devotion to his family, leaving behind a legacy of love and strength.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, November...
Maria "Carmen" Oliva
Nov 9, 2024
Maria “Carmen” Oliva, age 81, died on November 9, 2024, at Adventist Health Bolingbrook with many family members by her side. Carmen was born in Jalisco, Mexico on Christmas Eve, December 24, 1942, to her parents Nicolas Flores and Merecedes Angulo.
Carmen left Mexico for the United States in 1996 at the age of 54. She was married to her husband...
Steven Michael Matthews
Nov 7, 2024
Steven Michael Matthews, age 56, passed away on Thursday, November 7, 2024, in Rockdale, IL.
Steven will be remembered for his love of family, his dedication to his work, and his passion for pool. An avid pool player, you may have encountered his amazing shots whenever played. He was a proud member of the union, working as a painter with Local...
Debra Lyn Rademacher
Nov 7, 2024
Debra Lyn “Bosco” Rademacher (nee Hrechko), age 71, entered into eternal life on Thursday, November 7, 2024.
Debra is survived by her loving husband, George Rademacher; her brother, Michael (the late Clara “Penny”) Hrechko; sisters, Cindy (Richard “Dick”) Gallick and Lori (Doug) Snode; and sister-in-law, Julie (the late Richie) Hrechko. Numerous nieces and nephews also survive.
Preceded in death by her parents,...
Sharon M. Trizna
Nov 6, 2024
Sharon M. Trizna, age 68, of Joliet, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 6, 2024, at Kindred Hospital in Northlake, Chicago.
She was born on December 14, 1955, in Joliet, Illinois, the daughter of Edward and Clare (nee Krizmanic) Tadey. Sharon was a lifelong Joliet resident and graduated from Saint Francis Academy in 1973. She had a passion for shopping and...
John P. Kittle
Nov 3, 2024
John Patrick “JP” Kittle of Shorewood, IL passed away November 3, 2024 at Empath Hospice in Tampa, FL. John was born on April 13, 1961 to Richard and Marilyn Kittle. He was raised in Joliet, attending St. Mary Magdalene Grade School, Joliet East High School, Pensacola Junior College and Illinois State University. John was very proud of his Joliet roots,...
Maria De Lourdes Rivera Piscil
Nov 1, 2024
Maria De Lourdes Rivera Piscil, age 61, entered into eternal rest on November 1, 2024 while surrounded by her loving family in Joliet, IL. She was born to Jose Rivera and Gloria Rivera Piscil in Mexico City, Mexico on July 10, 1963.
Maria left Mexico for the United States in 1999. As a single mother with two sons, she dreamed of...
Lynn Edward Botka
Oct 31, 2024
Lynn Edward Martin Botka, born on July 16, 1945, in Philadelphia, PA, departed this earthly journey for eternal reward with his Lord on Thursday, October 31, 2024.
There to welcome Lynn were his always remembered family and friends: parents Ida (Koshak) and Edward Coleman Botka; brothers Richard and Mark; grandparents Rose (Lobemeier) and Joe Koshak; aunts and uncles Lila Boles (Richard),...
Douglas W. Zdunich
Oct 30, 2024
Douglas W. Zdunich, age 69, of Joliet, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 30, 2024 at his home with his family at his side. He is survived by his son Conor Zdunich, his siblings Diane Zdunich, David Zdunich, Donna (Timothy) Bossy, Damon Zdunich, Deborah Zdunich, Denise (Paul) Gibbs, and several nieces, nephews and cousins. Preceded in death by his parents...
Robert I. Lunde
Oct 27, 2024
Robert I. Lunde, age 83, died peacefully on October 27, 2024. He was born in Cold Spring, Minnesota on May 5, 1941 to Clifford Lunde and Florentine Lunde (nee Terres).
Bob was raised and educated in Cold Spring, MN, attending St. Boniface Catholic School. After graduating from high school, Bob joined the United States Marine Corps and proudly served his country...
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