Obituaries

Joliet, IL Obituaries

Local obituaries for the Joliet, IL area

Elsie A. (Sustersich)  Plese

Elsie A. (Sustersich) Plese

Dec 14, 2019

Elsie A. Plese (nee Sustersich), age 98, passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 14, 2019.

Elsie is survived by her loving children, Lawrence (Nikki) Plese, Cheryl (the late Frederick) Ries and Juliana (Eugene) Arbuthnot; sister, Antoinette “Dolly” (the late Edward) Pucel; special nephew, Mark Plese; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

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Dennis Matthew Ledenbach Jr.

Dennis Matthew Ledenbach Jr.

Dec 13, 2019

Dennis Matthew Ledenbach Jr., age 46, passed away suddenly on Friday, December 13, 2019.

Dennis is survived by his Uncle, Ed Williams and numerous friends from Anthony’s Restaurant and Pub.

Preceded in death by his father, Dennis Matthew Ledenbach Sr. and mother, Charlene Louise Williams.

Dennis...

Rodolfo "Rudy" Guzman

Rodolfo "Rudy" Guzman

Dec 13, 2019

Rodolfo “Rudy” Guzman, age 54, born into eternal life on Friday, December 13, 2019 with his loving family by his side.

Rodolfo is survived by his loving wife of 30 years, Maria Xochitl Guzman; children, Citlali, Yaritza, Emanuel, Guzman; siblings, Porfirio (Obdulia) Guzman, Ramiro Guzman, Felipe (Antonia) Guzman, J. Carmen (Ninfa) Guzman, Evelia (Salvador) Diaz, Noel (Socorro)...

Maria E. (Harris)  McCormick

Maria E. (Harris) McCormick

Dec 12, 2019

Maria McCormick (nee Harris), age 50 passed away on Thursday, December 12, 2019 with her loving family by her side.

Maria is survived by her sons; Bruce Aaron (Katie Clover) Ritch Jr. and Daniel Ritch; grandchildren, Aaron Lee Ritch and Jaylenn Michelle Ritch; siblings, James (Brittany) Harris Jr. and Karen Flores; nieces and nephews, Tracy Hernandez, April...

Dorothy L (Adams)  Albert

Dorothy L (Adams) Albert

Dec 12, 2019

Dorothy L. Albert (nee Adams)

Age 96 of Joliet, passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 12, 2019 at her home with her family by her side.

Born February 1, 1923 in Joliet, Dorothy was a daughter of Michael and Margaret (Dutko) Adams. She was raised and educated in Joliet, and at an early age took...

Alicia (Torres)  Salas

Alicia (Torres) Salas

Dec 11, 2019

Alicia Salas (nee Torres)

Age 88 of Joliet and formerly of Texas, passed away on Wednesday, December 11, 2019 at Presence Villa Franciscan in Joliet with her family by her side.

Born August 28, 1931 in Agujita Coahuila, Mexico, Alicia was a daughter of Pedro and Enedina (Vera) Torres. Alicia enjoyed numerous activities throughout her...

Delores M. (Horvat)  Suhadolc

Delores M. (Horvat) Suhadolc

Dec 10, 2019

Delores Marie Suhadolc (nee Horvat), age 94 passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 10, 2019 with her loving family by her side at the Joliet Area Community Hospice Home.

Delores is survived by her children, Leonard Jr. (Noreen Zielinski) and Andi (the late Timothy) Gruber; five grandchildren, Jennifer Langs, Joseph (Christine) Suhadolc, Jeffrey (Jamie)...

John "Jack" "Jocko" Fisher

John "Jack" "Jocko" Fisher

Dec 8, 2019

John “Jack” “Jocko” Fisher

Age 83 of Joliet, passed away Sunday, December 8, 2019 at Loyola Medical Center in Maywood.

Born October 10, 1936 in Joliet, Jack was a son of Frank and Claire (O’Mara) Fisher. He attended high school in Braidwood until enlisting and proudly serving in the United States Navy during the Korean...

Frances (King)  Archer

Frances (King) Archer

Dec 8, 2019

Frances (nee King) Archer, age 91, passed away on Sunday, December 8, 2019 in her home that her and her late husband, Dale built in 1958 where many family memories will be treasured forever.

Frances was born on February 5, 1928 in Fordyce, Arkansas to Arthur and Laura (Hollingsworth) King. She married the love...

Jacqueline "Jackie" (Carlson)  Gecan

Jacqueline "Jackie" (Carlson) Gecan

Dec 5, 2019

Jacqueline Gecan (nee Carlson)

“Jackie”

Age 80 of Crest Hill, passed away on Thursday, December 5, 2019.

Jackie attended St. Bernard’s school in Joliet and graduated from Joliet Township High School with the class of 1957.  She was employed by Carson Pirie Scott in Joliet for 28 years.

Jackie was a...

Patricia A. Summers

Patricia A. Summers

Dec 1, 2019

Patricia A. Summers, 67, passed away on December 1, 2019.

She was the loving wife of Paul Summers for 47 years. Patricia accepted Christ at an early age and held a strong faith throughout her entire life.  She was a strong advocate for continuing education, she served as a leader in education and also helped integrate schools...

Robert G. Waddell

Robert G. Waddell

Nov 28, 2019

Robert Waddell, age 55, passed away unexpectedly November 28, 2019.

Robert is survived by his loving children, Grail Waddell, Amber (Daniel) Waddell Stuckart, and Trevor Waddell. Loving parents Diana Hickman, and Robert D. Waddell. Siblings, Jessica Hatcher, David Waddell, Rebecca Alcorn, Terrance Waddell, Rachel Watson. Granddaughter, Harper Waddell Stuckart, and numerous nieces, nephews, family...

Michael "Mike" Joseph Mannino

Michael "Mike" Joseph Mannino

Nov 28, 2019

Michael Joseph Mannino

“Mike”

Age 36 of Joliet, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, November 28, 2019 in a motor vehicle accident.

Born November 26, 1983 in Maywood, Michael Joseph is a son of Russell Mannino and Mary (Vermilyea) See. He was raised and educated in Plainfield and attended Plainfield Central High School. Following...

Hermila Guzman

Hermila Guzman

Nov 26, 2019

Hermila Guzman, age 76 of Joliet, passed away on Tuesday, November 26, 2019.

"Grema" will forever be remembered for her comedic and vibrant personality. She would often deliver advice with plenty of love and humor. Hermila was an extremely committed, loyal, but demanding mother and grandmother, and she will be deeply missed by all who knew her....

Johanna "Jam" Garbin

Johanna "Jam" Garbin

Nov 25, 2019

Johanna “Jam” Garbin, nee Pirc, age 89, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Monday, November 25th.

Known for being an extremely loving mother and wife, Jam took great pride in her home and enjoyed the daily tasks that came with it.

Jam is survived by her...

Carol Ann (Rodeghero)  Randich

Carol Ann (Rodeghero) Randich

Nov 25, 2019

Carol Ann (Rodeghero) Randich

Age 87 of Joliet, passed away peacefully on Monday, November 25, 2019 at Our Lady of Angels Retirement Home with her family by her side.

Born March 14, 1932 in Lockport, Carol Ann was a daughter of Andrew and Martha (Coleman) Rodeghero. Carol attended St. Dennis Grade School and graduated from...

Alice B. (Brubaker)  Prettyman

Alice B. (Brubaker) Prettyman

Nov 24, 2019

Alice Prettyman, 82, Philanthropist and Advocate for Education

Alice B. Prettyman, long-time resident of Muncie, Indiana, died peacefully in Illinois last week after a brief illness.  She was the retired Vice President for Planned Giving for the Ball State University Foundation in Muncie. Earlier this year,...

Edwin J. Rudzinski

Edwin J. Rudzinski

Nov 24, 2019

Edwin J. Rudzinski, age 92, at rest on Sunday, November 24, 2019.

Edwin is survived by his loving wife of 70 years, Marie (nee Sypniewski) Rudzinski; children, Michael (Debra) Rudzinski, Terence Rudzinski, and Janice Rudzinski; grandchildren, Elena (Matthew) Russell, Melissa (David) Waite, Vincent Rudzinski, and Emily Rudzinski; great-grandchildren, Ari and Leona Russell, as well as; numerous nieces,...

Stanley J. Stanish

Stanley J. Stanish

Nov 22, 2019

Stanley J Stanish

Born September 9,1930, Died November 22,2019  at his home surrounded by his loving family.

He was the husband of Evelyn (Benco) Stanish. They shared 63 wonderful years of marriage together.

He survived by his wife, Evelyn, children Kathy (Joe) Kucharz,Carol (Casey) Pyzik, Ken (Sue) Stanish, two grandchildren, Kristyn and Kyle...

Ronald “Harley” Carnes

Ronald “Harley” Carnes

Nov 13, 2019

Ronald “Harley” Carnes, age 74, at rest on Wednesday, November 13, 2019.

Ronald is survived by his loving daughters, Jeanna (Joseph Jr.) Pluth and Judy (George) Sikic; grandchildren, Brock, Brett and Jacob Pluth, Coty (Nicole) Lake, Brittnee, George and Kortney Sikic and Felicia Carnes; brother, Lewis (Sharon Grant) Carnes; “sis,” Judy (Lee) Carmichael and family; Jeannie Carnes;...