Obituaries

Joliet, IL Obituaries

Local obituaries for the Joliet, IL area

Carol Ann (Braun)  Brunner

Carol Ann (Braun) Brunner

Nov 5, 2018

Carol Ann Brunner (nee Braun), age 80, passed away peacefully on Monday, November 5, 2018.

Carol is survived by her loving daughters, Tina and Kelly (Brian Lannon) Brunner; granddaughter, Emily A. (Ron Bickel) Grinis; grandson, Evan Patrick Lannon; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

Preceded in death by her father, William...

Omar Solis

Omar Solis

Nov 3, 2018

Omar Solis, age 37, passed away suddenly on Saturday, November 3, 2018.

Omar is survived by his loving wife, Sandy (nee Zavala); children, Omar Solis and Brian Solis; parents, Micaela and Joaquin Cortez; siblings, Gerardo Solis, Griselda Solis, Julio Solis and Alan Solis; father and mother-in-law, Manuel Zavala and Sandy Zavala; numerous niece, nephews,...

Michael J. Cecchi

Michael J. Cecchi

Nov 2, 2018

Mike (56) of Shorewood, passed away suddenly at St. Joseph Hospital with his family at his side.

Beloved husband to Jeanne (nee May) for 32 years. Father to Eric and Andrew. Survived by parents, Robert and Kathleen (nee McBride) Cecchi; siblings, Scott (Shari) Cecchi and Victoria (Troy) Kohler; Brother-in-law to the late Steve (Jacquie) May, Carol (Tim)...

James R. Harskey

James R. Harskey

Oct 31, 2018

James R. Harskey, age 80, passed away on Wednesday, October 31, 2018 with his loving family by his side.

James is survived by his beloved wife of 61 years, Evelyn Harskey (nee Helenius); children, Victoria (Joseph) Conley and Judith Harskey; grandchildren, Lisa Olson, James Olson, and Julia Renee (Keith) Kinney; great-grandchildren, Chyenne Marquez, Robert...

Dorothy T. (Svetlecic)  Burzawa

Dorothy T. (Svetlecic) Burzawa

Oct 31, 2018

Dorothy T. Burzawa (nee Svetlecic), age 91, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 31, 2018 at Presence St. Joseph Medical Center with her loving family and friends by her side.

Dorothy is survived by her son, Joseph (Sherry) Burzawa; grandchild, Holly Kristine Burzawa; sisters, Delores Spangler and Pauline Homerding and well as numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins....

John "Jack" Benjamin Markley

John "Jack" Benjamin Markley

Oct 31, 2018

John (Jack) Benjamin Markley, 88, of Joliet IL, passed away peacefully on October 31, 2018.

Jack was born in Galesburg, IL to John and Eulalai Markley on November 7, 1929. He married Nancy Kozak on December 7, 1963 in Joliet IL. Jack was a veteran of World War II. He served in the Marine Corp as a...

Pablo Garcia-Razo

Pablo Garcia-Razo

Oct 29, 2018

Pablo Garcia-Razo, age 83, passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, October 29, 2018 with his loving family by his side.

Pablo is survived by loving wife, Gudelia (nee Cervantes); children, Alicia Garcia, Maria E. Garcia, Estela Garcia, Zenaida Garcia, Emma Garcia and Adalin Garcia; grandchildren, Mayra Zavala, Sandra Zavala, Eduardo Paramo, Baltazar Zavala, Jancarlos Paramo,...

William "Bill" Kimak

William "Bill" Kimak

Oct 25, 2018

William “Bill” Kimak, age 70, lifelong resident of Joliet and the New Lenox area, passed away peacefully on October 25, 2018 in Branson, MO with his family by his side.

Bill is survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Laura Kimak (nee Jandura); son, Dwayne Kimak; daughters, Jennifer (James) Marchert, Jr. and Pamela...

David W. Todorovich

David W. Todorovich

Oct 25, 2018

David W. Todorovich, age 60, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, October 25, 2018, after a 10 year battle with cancer.

Survived by his loving wife of 34 years, Sharon (Fosnaugh); Son, Brad (Robin) of Mishawaka, IN and two adored grandsons, Daniel and Michael. Brothers, Bob (Joan) of Lakeville, MN and Jeff (Gelana) of Allen, TX....

Irene F. (Likovich)  Vicic

Irene F. (Likovich) Vicic

Oct 20, 2018

Irene F. Vicic (nee Likovich), age 87, passed away suddenly on Saturday, October 20, 2018 surrounded by her loving family.

Irene is survived by her children, Cindy (the late Donald) Olson, Tim (Carol) Vicic, Randy (Lori) Vicic, Paula (Anthony) Sraj and Larry Vicic; grandchildren, Abby (Justin) Orlando, Jillian Vicic, Taylor (Kyle) Martinez, Matthew Vicic,...

Anna M. (Gregorich)  Jelinek

Anna M. (Gregorich) Jelinek

Oct 20, 2018

Anna M. Jelinek (nee Gregorich), age 89, passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, October 20, 2018 surrounded by her loving family.

Anna is survived by her children, Joseph M. (Laurie) Jelinek, Cheryl (Donald) Mitok, Mary (Glenn Pouleson) Lohmar, David (Valerie) Jelinek, John (Terri) Jelinek, and Annette Jelinek; grandchildren, Emily (Greg) Kazak, Rachel...

Robert A. Stasko

Robert A. Stasko

Oct 17, 2018

Robert A. Stasko, age 63, passed away on Wednesday, October 17, 2018 with his loving family by his side.

Robert is survived by his loving children, Jayme (Mike) Radeke, Jakob Stasko, and Jade Stasko; grandchildren, Tristan and Taylin; siblings, Rhonda (Ray) Johns, and Debra Papesh; sister-in-law, Debra Stasko; cousin, Richie (Tommi) Mikuska; and Aunt Jeanie (Vince) Gelsomino,...

Charles "Chuck" B. Kramer

Charles "Chuck" B. Kramer

Oct 16, 2018

Charles B. Kramer “Chuck,” age 70, at rest on Tuesday, October 16, 2018 after a courageous fight to overcome a spinal cord injury.

Charles is survived by his beloved wife of 49 years, Catherine A. Kramer (nee Wolf); children, Gloria M. Kramer, Melanie L. (Ralph Garcia) Kramer, Laura E. (Andrew) Sarata and Sarah A. (Paul) McKinley; grandchildren,...

Daniel D. Kobe

Daniel D. Kobe

Oct 12, 2018

Daniel D. Kobe passed away peacefully on Friday, October 12, at the age of 80 years old.

Daniel is survived by his caring brothers, Nick (Pat) Kobe and Ben Kobe; adored girlfriend and loving caretaker, Diana Pasdertz; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

He is preceded in death by his wife, Elizabeth Kobe...

George R. Schomig

George R. Schomig

Oct 9, 2018

George R. Schomig, age 69, passed away on Tuesday, October 9, 2018 with his loving family by his side.

George is survived by his beloved wife, Anita Schomig (nee Baudek); children, Michael Schomig, Rhonda Schomig, Daniel (Krista) Schomig, and Keith (Michaelene) Schomig; grandchildren, Austin, Noelani, Gabriella, Charlotte, Joey, and Sebastian; siblings, James (Janet) Schomig and...

William "Billy" Travis McFarland

William "Billy" Travis McFarland

Oct 9, 2018

William “Billy” Travis McFarland, age 55, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, October 09, 2018 in his home.

Billy is survived by his beloved wife of 29 years, Danette Holland-McFarland; daughter, Sarah May McFarland; parents, Patrick and Edna “Pinky” McFarland; siblings, Rhonda (Lyle) Tucker, Tammy (William) Potter, Timothy (Jennifer) McFarland, Kenneth McFarland and Richard (Cherita) McFarland; father-in-law, Bill...

Carolina R. (Ramos)  Guzman

Carolina R. (Ramos) Guzman

Oct 4, 2018

Carolina “Caro” R. Guzman (nee Ramos), age 79, at rest on Thursday, October 4, 2018.

Carolina is survived by her beloved children; Sylvia (Bruce) Campbell and Lee (Vanja) Guzman; grandchildren, Savina Salazar, Corey Campbell, Michael, Samantha and Sara Guzman; great-grandson, Jayden Salazar; sisters, Eliza (Roberto) Nino, DeAnna (John) Eddy; sister-in-law, Obdulia “Lula”...

Richard William Schmitz

Richard William Schmitz

Oct 3, 2018

Richard W. Schmitz, age 64, passed away on Wednesday, October 3, 2018.

Richard is survived by his loving wife of 27 years, Deborah (nee Bortoli); children, Tyler Schmitz and Taylor Schmitz.

Preceded in death by his parents, William and Dorothy (nee Kelly) Schmitz; brother, Keith Schmitz; and beloved cat, Tiger....

Michaeline S. LaBuda

Michaeline S. LaBuda

Oct 1, 2018

Michaeline S. LaBuda, nee Kostyra, age 68, passed away October 1, 2018, with her family at her side. Born in Joliet, a lifelong resident. Former parishioner and organist of St. Thaddeus Church. Longstanding member of the Ladies Auxiliary of the V.F.W. Cantigny Post #367. Employed at BMO Harris Bank, formerly First National Bank of Joliet.

Preceded in...

Daniel E. Hone

Daniel E. Hone

Sep 30, 2018

Daniel E. Hone, age 63, of Joliet, met his loving Savior on Sept. 30, 2018. What a joyful day for Dan to see his Lord Jesus face to face and feel His warm embrace.

To cherish Dan's memories, he leaves his loving wife of 43 years, Kathleen (Marusak); his children, Beth Ann (Matt) Harper, Michael (Ambur), Daniel...