Joliet, IL Obituaries

Jan 21, 2017

Francesca Medved nee Berdon, 82, of Joliet, passed away peacefully on January 20, 2017, surrounded by her family at Joliet Area Community Hospice.

She was born in Slovenia in 1934 to the late Anton and Marija Berdon. She immigrated to the U.S. in 1956. A Joliet resident, she was formerly employed as a cook at D'Amico's Restaurant...

Jan 19, 2017

Kathleen J. Krakar (nee Taylor), age 65, entered into eternal life on Thursday, January 19, 2017 with her loving husband by her side.

Kathleen is survived by her loving husband, David Krakar; three stepdaughters; Shelly (Lovell) Hatfield of Joliet, IL; Tracy (Thomas Johnson) Krakar of Joliet, IL; and Bethany (Mathew) Bruss  of Wabash, IN; four loving grandchildren...

Jan 15, 2017

Jerome A. Harvey, age 93, entered into eternal life on Sunday, January 15, 2017.

Jerome is survived by his beloved wife of 73 years, Shirley (nee Halweg); loving sons, James (Pam), Thomas (Karen), Daniel (Mari Ann), Dennis (Kim), and Ronald Harvey; cherished grandchildren, Jerry, Tim, Rick, Mike, Liz (John) Fox, Nick (Amy), Geoff, Tom, Anthony, Amanda (Douglass)...

Jan 14, 2017

Diane L. Hartman (nee Carey) (Villegas), age 62, lost her life due to a battle with lupus on Saturday, January 14, 2017.

Diane was born on April 6, 1954. Attended SS. Cyril and Methodius Catholic Grade School, Joliet Central High School. Later, she went to JJC, St. Francis University, and Lewis University. Diane retired from Joliet Central...

Jan 13, 2017

Anton “Tony” Kaluza, age 82, peacefully entered into eternal life on Friday, January 13, 2017.

Left to celebrate Tony’s life are his beloved wife of 57 years, Julia (nee Cepon) Kaluza; loving children, Tony (Joni) Kaluza, Robert “Bobby” (Gina) Kaluza, Kathy (Blake) Mellecker, and Barbie (Bob) Kagay; cherished grandchildren, T.J., Alex, and Bobby Kaluza, Mackenzie and Benjamin...

Jan 12, 2017

Phyllis M. Schmidt “Toots” (nee Egdorf), age 95, formerly of Crest Hill, IL at rest on Thursday, January 12, 2017.

Phyllis is survived by her loving children, Kathleen (the late Rick) Close, Karen (Thomas) Pucel, Charles Schmidt; grandchildren, Mark (Michelle) Alstott, Michael (Nicole) Alstott, Jason (Krystal) Barz, Craig (Kate) Barz, Lindsay Gunier; great-grandchildren, Griffin Alstott, Hannah Alstott,...

Jan 10, 2017

Elmer Loraine Rubsam – 1934 – 2017

Elmer was born, February 19, 1934, to John and Rosa Rubsam in Newton, IL and passed away on January 10, 2017.  He will be remembered for his work ethic, faith in God, passion for gardening, and love of family.  Forever a kind and generous man, he was a volunteer for...

Jan 8, 2017

Jan 8, 2017

Pauline E. Redman-Machak, age 84, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 8, 2017 with her loving family by her side.

Pauline is survived by her loving children, Richard John (Kathryn) Machak, Joseph Michael (Sherry) Machak, Robert Richard Machak, James (Kathleen Solley) Machak, Rita Marie (Ray) Troutman and Edward Paul Machak; numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; brother, John...

Jan 4, 2017

Robert E. “Blaze” Blazekovich, 79, of Marion, formerly of Minooka and Crest Hill, Illinois, passed away on Wednesday, January 4, 2017, at York Place Assisted Living Facility in Marion, Indiana.

Robert is survived by his loving wife, Elaine K. (nee Padovich); whom he married on August 11, 1956; his son, Dr. Robert M. (Diana) Blazekovich, DDS, Marion,...

Jan 2, 2017

James W. Kempes, age 75, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 2, 2017 surrounded by his loving family.

James is survived by his beloved wife of 34 years, Leslee Kempes; loving children, Michael, David, Brian, Matthew (Tonja), and Jamie Kempes, Annie (Kraig) Kirsner, and Chris (Heather) Dunlap; 8 cherished grandchildren, Nicholas, Luke, Jacob, and Kelsey Kempes, Mack...

Dec 27, 2016

Age 97, entered into eternal life on Tuesday, December 27, 2016.

Preceded in death by her husband, Armando “Tony” Govoni (1993); parents, Joseph and Ursula (nee Obstetar) Ogulin; two brothers, Joseph and Bernard Ogulin; 5 sisters, Sr. Carmelita O.S.F., Louise, Bernice, Helen M., and Dolores Ogulin.

Dorothy is survived by her good friends, Fr. Jim...

Dec 27, 2016

Harry J. Magolan, age 87, passed away on Tuesday, December 27, 2016 with his loving family by his side.

Harry is survived by his loving wife, Dorothy (nee Pillar) Magolan; sons, Larry (Debbie) Magolan and Tom (Dawn) Magolan; daughter, Janet (Dr. John) Gianino; grandchildren, Benjamin and Jessica Magolan, Katelyn and Elizabeth Gianino, Matthew, Rebecca, Nathaniel and Noah...

Dec 26, 2016

Nellie Klancher “Pat” (nee Brugnara), age 96, at rest on Monday, December 26, 2016 at Presence Villa Franciscan Nursing Home with her loving family by her side.

Nellie is survived by her daughter, Shirley (Raymond) Munday; son, James Klancher; grandchildren, Michael Munday, Robert (Cassandra) Klancher, Becky Klancher and Amy (Nick) Malewicki; great-grandchildren, Braleyn and Jaxson Klancher; son-in-law,...

Dec 24, 2016

Matthew R. Kochevar, age 83, a lifelong resident of Joliet and dedicated educator, died unexpectedly on Saturday, December 24, 2016.

Matt’s teaching career spanned 39 years beginning at North Chicago, Joliet Central (1951 Alum) and Joliet West High Schools. Matt was a constant presence at all school activities in support of his students.

Matt received...

Dec 24, 2016

Theodore Bushrod, age 74, entered into eternal life on Saturday, December 24, 2016, surrounded by his loving family.

Theodore is survived by his beloved wife of 50 years, Fannie (nee Stewart); loving daughter, Timolin Bushrod; cherished granddaughter, Teri Tiara (Marvin) Greer; cherished great grandchildren, Tayden, Makayla, and Mason; dear brothers, Alvin and Alois Bushrod; as well as...

Dec 24, 2016

Elizabeth M. “Betty” Picco (nee Avsec), entered into eternal life on Saturday, December 24, 2016 surrounded by her loving family.

Elizabeth is survived by her children: Elizabeth Jean, Perry Jr. (Okie), Louis (Melinda), Michael (Rima), Robert (Magda), and Ronald (Tiffani) Picco; “Daughter number two” Gloria Salinas; cherished grandchildren, Tim, Allison, Brittany, Tony, Ginella, Matthew, Sophia, and Alex...

Dec 23, 2016

A celebration of Martin's life will begin on Wednesday, December 28, 2016 with a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 a.m. at Saint Jude Catholic Church (241 W 2nd Ave, New Lenox, IL 60451).  Interment of cremated remains will be held on Thursday, December 29, 2016 at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery in Elwood at 10:00 a.m.

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