Joliet, IL Obituaries

Jun 25, 2023

Alejandro Herrera, age 40, at rest on Sunday, June 25, 2023.

He is survived by his wife, Susan R. Herrera (nee Virzint); son, Joshua A. Herrera; daughter, Gianna A. Herrera; son, Alexander D. Herrera; mother-in-law, Leslie K. Virzint; father, Adalberto Herrera; and mother, Janie Castro.

Preceded in death by his grandfather, Vicente Herrera Loya; grandmother,...

Jun 23, 2023

Judith (nee Stefanski) Kuriger, 71, of Plainfield, passed away on Friday, June 23, 2023 in Plainfield.

Judy was born in Joliet to Ed and Sophie Stefanski on October 23, 1951. She went to school at St. Francis Academy. She married Roy Kuriger on May 13, 1972 in Joliet. She worked as a CNA at Provena St. Joseph...

Jun 22, 2023

Manuel J. Tamayo, 80, passed away on Thursday, June 22, 2023

He was a carman at EJ&E Railroad for 30 years, bartended at Huceks Tavern for 20 years, He enjoyed yard work and spending time with his family.

Manuel is preceded in death by an infant daughter, parents: Jesus and Maria and several brothers &...

Jun 18, 2023

Joseph “Joe” James Lask Jr. age 68, passed away on Sunday, June 18, 2023.

Survived by his loving family, Bob (Yvonne) Ahlquist, Dave (Diane) Ahlquist, Betty (Randy) Barham, Patsy (Pete) Marren and Mike Lask; nieces and nephews, Yvette (Rick) Young, Bubba Ahlquist, David (Sonia) Ahlquist, Jim Ahlquist, Brian (Kalena) Ahlquist, Cristy Barham, Stacy Barham- Heard, Tricia Marren,...

Jun 17, 2023

Margaret E. “Greta” Bertrand, age 89, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, at Lightways Hospice Home in Joliet on Saturday, June 17, 2023. The daughter of Raymond and Mary (Mulera) Shannon was born on July 18, 1933 in Pontiac, Illinois. She started her education at St. Mary's in Pontiac, then when family relocated to Ottawa, Illinois, she completed her...

Jun 14, 2023

Donald L. Jeffrey, age 76, passed away peacefully at home under the care of Lightways Hospice after a series of strokes.

Donald is survived by his loving wife of 35 years, Linda (nee Ambrozich); nephews, Michael (Susan) Rogina, Donald (Christine) Rogina, Daniel (Kelly) Rogina, Christopher (Renae) Rogina and Kevin Rogina; brother-in-law, Edward “Skeeter” Ambrozich; sister-in-law, Kathryn “Kathy”...

Jun 14, 2023

Tony Delgado

Age 80 of Joliet, passed away on Wednesday, June 14, 2023 at Loyola Medical Center with his family by his side.

Born June 13, 1943, in Chicago, Tony was a son of Frank and Margaret Delgado. He was raised and educated in Chicago and graduated from Lewis College with the class of 1965...

Jun 9, 2023

Leroy “Babe” Mihelich, 91, passed away on Friday, June 9, 2023.

Leroy served in the United States Army, serving in the Korean War. He was a member of the Tile Layers 67 working as a ceramic tile layer for over 50 years as well as a member of the KSKJ, Rivals Club, American Legion Post 1080 and...

Jun 8, 2023

Barbara Ann Clement “Rooster” (nee Baloy), age 71, entered God’s Heavenly Kingdom on Thursday, June 8, 2023, peacefully at her home in Jonesborough, TN from complications due to Vascular Dementia .

She is survived by her loving husband of 47 years, Clayton “Clay” Clement; daughters, Katheryn (Jeff) Collingsworth of Kingsport, TN, Breanne (Adam) Calderoni of Burke, VA;...

Jun 7, 2023

Elisabeth Nicola (born Daudigeos) passed away in her home of 57 years on Wednesday, June 7, at the age of 99. Born and raised in Morcenx, France, she would move to America to eventually arrive in Joliet where she raised her five children.

She will be remembered by her family and friends for her zest for life,...

Jun 7, 2023

George Thom

Age 96 of Joliet, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 7th, 2023 at Willow Falls in Crest Hill,IL. with his family by his side.

Born September 16th, 1926 in Coal City, George was the son of Robert and Nettie (Vaira) Thom. Raised and educated in Coal City, George graduated from Coal City High...

Jun 7, 2023

Patricia Louise (Brulc) Rolih went home to our Lord on Wednesday, June 7, 2023.  Born January 15, 1931, to Louis and Angelina (Lusciatti) Brulc in Joliet, IL.  She attended St. Joseph Catholic School, Saint Francis High School and the College of St. Francis.  She received her Bachelor of Science Degree in 1953 and went on to work at the...

Jun 6, 2023

Louis William Hoidas, Jr.

Age 87 of Plainfield, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 6, 2023 at Ascension St. Joseph Hospital.

Born February 14, 1936 in Chicago, Louis was the son of Louis, Sr. and Loretta (Lancman) Hoidas. He retired after a dedicated career as a maintenance engineer in the food industry. In his free...

Jun 6, 2023

Maryanne Skole (nee Jankowski)

Age 67 of Joliet, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 6, 2023 at Ascension St. Joseph Hospital with her family by her side.

Born August 30, 1955 in Joliet, Maryanne was a daughter of Edward, Josephine and Geraldine Jankowski. She was raised and educated in Joliet and graduated from St. Francis...

May 30, 2023

Lowelyn M. Leasure (nee’ Brown)

”Cissy”

Lifelong resident of Joliet. Moved to Round O, South Carolina 2021. Cissy was a graduate of JTHS Central where she was an accomplished violinist and performed with both the high school and city orchestras. She enjoyed gardening and going to garage sales and thrift stores to find a bargain....

May 30, 2023

A celebration of David's life will begin on Thursday, June 15, 2023. The family invites relatives and friends to join them for a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 a.m. at the Church of St. Anthony in Joliet. Interment with military honors will follow at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery in Elwood. Per David's wishes cremation rites have been accorded....

May 27, 2023

Beverly J. Kero, age 88 of Joliet, passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, May 27, 2023 with her family by her side.

Born July 3, 1934 in Joliet, Beverly was a daughter of Barney and Mary (Zanzola) Bottino. She was raised and educated in Joliet and graduated from Providence High School with the class of...

May 26, 2023

John J. Konopek Sr., age 91, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 26, 2023.

He is survived by his loving son, John Jr. (Maureen) Konopek; son-in-law, Sean (the late Janine) Kaye; grandchildren, Caitlin and Nicholas Konopek and Jacob and Logan Kaye; sister-in-law, Colette DePratt; numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Preceded in death by his beloved...

May 25, 2023

Richard “Dick” Rohder, 76 of Joliet, IL passed away suddenly on Thursday, May 25, 2023.

Left to cherish his memory is his loving wife of 26 years Paula (nee Ambrosch) his daughters: Amy (Steve) Sherwin, Michelle (Mark) Alstott and Nicole (Michael) Brenczewski . He was proud “Papa” to grandchildren: Marissa and Brandon Rocha, Olivia and Emma Alstott,...

May 23, 2023

The universe was blessed with Monica Jean Coady on July 31, 1977 to her late parents Donna Micus and Michael Coady in none other than Chicago, IL. She was a light until her sudden passing on May 23, 2023 at the age of 45. “Moe”, as friends and family affectionately called her, was an adventurous spirit and loving soul....