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Joliet, IL Obituaries
Local obituaries for the Joliet, IL area
Clarence "Zeke" Zaletel
Mar 19, 2019
Clarence “Zeke” Zaletel, age 80, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 19, 2019.
Zeke is survived by his brother, Eugene “Geno” Zaletel; nieces and nephews, Ronald (Sylvia) Hanko, Joanne (Jim) Vallera, Paul (Patty) Hanko, Carrie (Michael) Baron and Jeff (Leticia) Hanko.
Preceded in death by his parents, Edward and Rose...
Theresa R. Conner
Mar 16, 2019
Theresa Rose, age 93 was peacefully called to eternal rest on Saturday, March 16 by our loving God.
This beautiful, intelligent woman was born July 18, 1925 in Joliet, IL to Yugoslavian born father, John Starasinich, and Joliet born mother, Theresa Starasinich (nee Jerman). Despite losing her father at a young age, her childhood was blissful; attending...
Beverly E. Gaylord
Mar 15, 2019
Beverly E. Gaylord (nee Raines), age 69, passed away peacefully on March 15, 2019 at her home.
Beverly is survived by her children, Barry B. Gaylord, Tracey Gaylord, Shannon (Joel) Workman and Jesse (Lauryn Karanosky) Gaylord; grandchildren, Barry I. Gaylord, Madison and Trace Gaylord, Alex Workman, Jakob and Caiden Karanosky, and Lincoln and Mia Gaylord; sister, Shirley...
Rose D. Slimak
Mar 14, 2019
Rose D. Slimak (nee Lesh), age 92, passed away on Thursday, March 14, 2019.
Rose is survived by numerous nieces, nephews, friends, and neighbors.
Preceded in death by her husband, Nicholas Slimak; parents, Albert and Emily Lesh; siblings, Olga Andros, Victor Lesh, Katherine Brethorst, Mary Linden, Frances Altiery, Stanley Lesch, and Edward Lesh; as well...
Vitalina Garcia
Mar 14, 2019
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Mary Ann Buzinski
Mar 13, 2019
Mary Ann Buzinski, age 77, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 13, 2019 at Rosewood Care Center.
Mary Ann is survived by her cousins, Jeanne Buzinski and Patricia (John) Dzak; and dear friend, Janet Fenili and her family.
Preceded in death by her parents, John Sr. and Catherine (nee Franki)...
Dorothy Mary (Wheeler) Lis
Mar 11, 2019
Dorothy Mary Wheeler Lis left this earthly journey for eternal reward on March, 11th. There to welcome her were her always remembered family and friends... her husband of almost 40 years, Marion S. Lis; parents, Madelyn (Maude) Whalen Wheeler and Mortimer Sanders Wheeler; her siblings, Vieana Wheeler Floyd, Walter Wheeler (Sophia), Lloyd Wheeler (Mildred), James Wheeler (Beverly) and Mortimer...
Betty J. Berta
Mar 11, 2019
Berta, Betty J. (nee Denewellis), age 86, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loved ones on Monday, March 11, 2019 at her lifelong home. Preceded in death by her husband, James T. Berta Jr. (Bud), one beloved daughter, Lili DePratt and her parents Ralph and Ethel Denewellis. Her beautiful life will forever be cherished by her children, Cathy (John)...
Terry J. Rubitschung
Mar 8, 2019
Terry J. Rubitschung (nee Leverenz), age 76, passed away on Friday, March 8, 2019 and is at peace in God’s Arms.
Terry is survived by her devoted spouse, Faith D. Hood; treasured grandchildren, Joseph, Lucas and Capri Rubitschung, Mackenzie Lyles and Andres Adjunta; sons, Dean and Robert Rubitschung. She was Auntie Terry to many.
Preceded...
Linda Kay Teilhet
Mar 7, 2019
Linda Kay Teilhet (nee Campbell), age 78, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, March 7, 2019.
Linda is survived by her loving daughter, Diane (Jim) LaTurner; grandchildren, Rebecca, Ian, and Mitchell LaTurner; brother, Donald Arthur (Nell) Campbell; sister, Nancy (the late Lou) Kovach; half-brother, Jay (Gayle) Sunyogh; nieces and nephews, Steve (Carolyn) Kovach and Dan (Gail)...
Rose A. (Kezele) Spolarich
Mar 6, 2019
Rose A. Spolarich (nee Kezele), age 103 of Crest Hill, IL, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 6, 2019. She was lovingly cared for by Tet, Mary Jane, Laida and her hospice nurses, Debbie and Adrianna.
Rose is survived by her devoted daughter and son-in-law, Joan and Frank Krumpoch; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
...Betty J. Fuse
Mar 4, 2019
Betty J. Fuse, age 92, passed away peacefully at Magnolia Assisted Living Facility, Daytona Beach Fl., on March 4, 2019, under the care of Kindred Hospice .
Born November 19, 1926 in Chicago, Il., to the late Wayne Beebe and Rose (née Matzelle). Betty was a long time resident of Joliet, Il. Preceded in death by, Joseph,...
William E. Henson
Mar 2, 2019
William E. Henson, age 80, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 2, 2019 with his loving family by his side.
William is survived by his loving wife of 39 years, Marcia (nee Demko) Henson; children, Susan (Michael) Alberico; step-son, Bryan (Allison) Fonseca; grandchildren, Michael (fiancée Stacy Celmer) Alberico, Kara (Augusto) Loeza; step-grandchildren, Cullen and...
Eva Aguilar
Feb 25, 2019
Eva I. Aguilar (nee Isais), age 89, passed away peacefully on Monday, February 25, 2019 with her loving family by her side.
Eva is survived by her loving children, Leticia (Jaime) Torres, Lolita (Jesse) Chavez, Linda (Keith) Mikuta, Joseph (Sharon) Aguilar, and Patricia Garcia; 19 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; daughter-in-law, LaVae Aguilar; and sons-in-law, Victor Juarez and Ruben...
Michael J. Crotty Sr.
Feb 24, 2019
Michael James Crotty Sr., age 44, passed away suddenly on Sunday, February 24, 2019.
Michael is survived by his beloved wife of 20 years that he loved dearly, Denise Crotty. He was the number one father to Chelsy (fiancé Kyle LaGasse), Catrina, Michael Jr., Frank and Samuel Crotty; proud papa bear of Rylynd and...
Delores M. (Skufca) Banos
Feb 24, 2019
Delores M. Banos (nee Skufca), age 78, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 24, 2019.
Delores is survived by her loving daughter, Margaret (Gregory) Lundstrum; grandchildren, Erik and Samuel Lundstrum; and sister, Janet (Thomas) Orr.
Preceded in death by her husband, Julius Banos; son Julius Michael Banos; parents, Anthony and...
Anna Marie (Lopartz) McIntosh
Feb 22, 2019
Anna Marie McIntosh (nee Lopartz), age 86, born into eternal life on Friday, February 22, 2019.
Anna Marie is survived by her loving husband of 62 years, Robert D. McIntosh; children, Joseph, Andrew (Andrea) and James (Jaime) McIntosh; grandchildren, Amy McIntosh, Deanne (Joseph) Herman and Cameron McIntosh.
Preceded in death by her parents, Joseph and...
Mark Anthony Mitchell
Feb 20, 2019
Mark A. Mitchell, was born to Bernice Minter on May 20, 1961. While growing up Mark was very active participating in sports and music. Mark attended Corliss High School where he became an all-city swimmer, he would later go on to play trumpet for the Jackson State Sonic Boom Marching Band. After leaving Jackson State, Mark then went on ...
Mary F. (Collofello) Munchalfen
Feb 17, 2019
Mary Florence Munchalfen (nee Collofello), 90, is now at peace with her soul mate. Mary decided it was time to join Arnie to continue their everlasting love affair on Sunday, February 17, 2019. Mary was a first generation Italian-American, born on August 26, 1928. The youngest of seven, she was born and raised in Crest Hill, IL.
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Stanley R. Natonek
Feb 12, 2019
Stanley R. Natonek, age 92, born into eternal life on Tuesday, February 12, 2019.
Stanley is survived by his children, Louise Natonek and Stan (Kim) Natonek; grandchildren, Courtney, Stanley and Lance Natonek; numerous nieces and nephews; and his beloved grand-dog, Wrigley.
Preceded in death by his loving wife, Eve A....
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