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Joliet, IL Obituaries
Local obituaries for the Joliet, IL area
Beverly "Bev" J. Sitar
Jun 23, 2024
Bev Sitar (nee Allison), 81, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 23, 2024. Bev was a member of St. Paul's Paulite for years, contributing to the community with her kindness and generosity.
First and foremost, Bev enjoyed being with her family. Over the years she rescued many feline friends.
Bev began her career at GMAC before taking time off to start her...
Lawrence J. McMillin
Jun 20, 2024
Lawrence J. McMillin age 77, passed away peacefully on June 20, 2024 at St. Joseph hospital with his daughter and son-in-law by his side.
Born on September 25, 1946 in Joliet. He grew-up in Joliet where he attended St. Pat’s, Catholic High and graduated from Lockport West High School class of ‘64. Proud Army Viet Nam Vet. Resided in Crest Hill...
Bernard Rozman
Jun 18, 2024
Bernard Rozman, aged 89, of Joliet, IL. The youngest of 5 children born to Anton and Helena (Žvab) Rozman. Survived by his children, Paul (Renee), Greg (Kerry), and Theresa; grandchildren, Stephanie and Michael Williams, Anton and Janez Lockwood, Thomas Rozman, and Gregory Rozman and numerous nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his wife, Marinka; a daughter and son, Helen Williams and...
Flora R. Rose
Jun 8, 2024
Flora R. Rose, age 85, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 8, 2024 at Lightways Hospice in Joliet.
Flora is survived by her grandchildren, Rebekah (Joshua) Beavers, Issac (Victoria) Bannworth and Andrew (Sarah) Bannworth; great-granddaughter, Ruthann Beavers; great-grandson, Zach Bannworth; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
Preceded in death by her parents, Marvin and Ruth Lanham; and daughter, Ruth Alyce Bannworth.
Flora...
Valentino "Deno" Zazzetti
Jun 7, 2024
Valentino “Deno” Zazzetti, age 94, passed away peacefully surrounded with love on June 7, 2024 at Lightways Hospice Facility in Joliet, IL. He was born to Tomaso Zazzetti and Ida Zazzetti (nee Comozzi) in Chicago Heights, IL on March 3, 1930.
For many of us, trying to understand life is a lifelong journey. For “Deno”, the answer was simple. Life...
Paul G. Arteaga Sr.
Jun 6, 2024
In loving memory of Paul G. Arteaga Sr., a man whose life was a testament to simplicity and kindness. Paul peacefully passed away on June 6, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love and compassion that will forever be cherished by those who knew him.
Born June 22, 1945, Paul's journey on this earth was marked by his unwavering dedication to...
Bertha Radakovich
Jun 5, 2024
Bertha Radakovich, Age 103. At rest Wednesday, June 5, 2024 at home. Lifelong Joliet resident.
A devout and founding member of the St. Sava Serbian Orthodox Church, Bertha found great joy in her faith and actively participated in the St. Sava Circle of Serbian Sisters Auxiliary holding several offices throughout the years and singing in the church choir. As a proud...
Anna M. Kanta
Jun 3, 2024
Anna Maria "Ann" Kanta, age 92, born May 24, 1932 in Joliet to Stephen and Margaret (Pisut) Kanta, passed away peacefully at her home on June 3, 2024. She was a lifelong Joliet resident and member of St. Ambrose Church. Preceded in death by her parents, her twin brother Edward Kanta, brothers, Louis Kanta, Joseph (Marie) Kanta, Stephen (Florence deceased) Kanta,...
Marcella M. Jacksa
Jun 3, 2024
Marcella Mae Jacksa (nee Titus), age 94, entered into eternal life on June 3, 2024 surrounded by her loving family.
Marcella is survived by children Judith (Roger) Kovack, JoAnn (David) Egizio, Joseph (Mary) Jacksa, and James (Kristen) Jacksa; grandchildren, Kevin (Amelia) Kovack, Kristine (Robert) Kovack-Lesh, Laura (Joseph) Cabay, David (Victoria) Egizio, Jessica (Steven) Carlevato, James (Ashton) Jacksa, Anna (Matthew ) Grooms,...
Julia Borrego Najera
May 31, 2024
JULIA BORREGO NAJERA, 53, PASSED AWAY ON FRIDAY, MAY 31,2024 SURROUNDED BY HER FAMILY. VISITATION WILL BE HELD FRIDAY, JUNE 7, 2024 FROM 11:00 AM TO 8:00 PM. AT TEZAK FUNERAL HOME, 1211 PLAINFIELD RD, JOLIET,IL FUNERAL SERVICES WILL BE HELD ON SATURDAY, JUNE 8, 2024 AT 10:00 AM AT WESTBROOK CHRISTIAN CHURCH, 1175 LILY CACHE LN, BOLINGBROOK,ILLINOIS WITH BURIAL TO FOLLOW...
Douglas E. Prieboy
May 28, 2024
Douglas E. Prieboy, 71, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 28, 2024 in New Lenox, IL. He was born on May, 25, 1953 in Joliet, IL to the late Stephen and Ann (nee Vidican) Prieboy.
Doug graduated from Joliet Central High School in 1971. He worked as a pipefitter for Union 76, and later on, a paint maker for Crest until...
Jane A. Golik
May 28, 2024
Jane A. Golik (nee Texter), age 86, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 28, 2024 at the Parc of Joliet.
Jane is survived by her loving sister, Christy (the late Richard) Peters; nephew, William (Karrie) Peters; niece, Laurie Peters; and great-niece, Samantha Peters.
Preceded in death by her husband, Joseph Golik Jr.; and her parents, William and Anne (nee Shipshock) Texter.
Jane was...
Heather Marie Calandra
May 26, 2024
Heather Marie Calandra (nee Stworzyjanek), aged 41, passed away on May 26, 2024. Heather was born the daughter of Walter Stworzyjanek and Janet Stworzyjanek (nee Hart) on March 5, 1983 in Joliet, IL.
Heather was a born swimmer. She took to the water as though it were her natural home. Whether swimming, boating, tubing, or the like, when Heather was in...
Bernice "Bea" E. Marszalek
May 26, 2024
Bernice “Bea” E. Marszalek, aged 96, completed her life journey while surrounded by her loving family in her final moments on May 26, 2024. She began her journey born to Felix Kownacki and Josephine Kownacki (nee Wisniewski) in Tamaroa, IL on February 21, 1928.
Bea was raised in Tamaroa, IL and proudly served as the organist for Immaculate Conception Catholic Church...
Charles "Chris" McAfee
May 26, 2024
Charles “Chris” B. McAfee, age 84, passed away peacefully at Lightways Hospice on Sunday, May 26, 2024.
Charles is survived by loving lifelong partner of 53 years, Alice Aschenbrenner; brothers, James (Phyllis) McAfee and Tim (the late Sandy) McAfee; and several nieces and nephews.
Preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Imogene (nee Dagnon) McAfee; and his sister, Mary Farr.
Chris was...
Harriet Y. Luce
May 26, 2024
Harriet Y, Luce, 86 of Crest Hill, IL passed away May 26,2024 at Lightways Hospice House with her daughter and son in law by her side.
Harriet was born in Braceville, IL the youngest child of Frank and Dorothy (Cook) Yoder.
She grew up in her hometown and later graduated from Gardner-South Wilmington High School class of 1955 which had 26 original...
Jacinto "Jack" Chua
May 25, 2024
Jacinto “Jack” Chua, joined our Savior on Saturday, May 25, 2024, at Good Samaritan Hospital in Downers Grove, Illinois. Jack was born on September 6, 1954 to the late Chua Peng Toan and Regina Go. He was the 2nd youngest of 5 children, 1 preceded him in death. Jack also has 6 other half siblings. Jack graduated in FEU with...
Hector Castillo Esparza
May 23, 2024
Hector Castillo of Joliet, aged 75, was abruptly taken too soon from this life on May 23, 2024. He was born the son of Vicente Castillo and Natalia Castillo (nee Esparza) in 1948 in Zacatecas, Mexico. He was the youngest in his family. He married Belen, and together they had three children and eleven grandchildren.
Hector was an extraordinary individual which...
Alannah Jordyn Dombrowski
May 22, 2024
Alannah Jordyn Dombrowski, daughter of Christopher and Kortney Dombrowski of Plainfield, left this world far too soon on May 22, 2024.
When we plan for the birth of a child into life, we often dream of the myriad of possibilities that lie ahead. We look forward with great anticipation towards the many wonderful experiences and accomplishments that life can provide. However, our...
Christian Lee Orth
May 17, 2024
Christian Lee Orth of Shorewood, born August 21, 2001 in Torrance, CA to Chanel Borowski (nee Edwards) and Christopher Orth, passed away suddenly on May 17, 2024 after offering one final gift to the world he leaves behind in the form of organ donation.
Christian was caring and charismatic. He was the type of person that became fast friends with everyone...
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