Obituaries

Joliet, IL Obituaries

Local obituaries for the Joliet, IL area

Margaret "Eileen" Hebenstreit

Margaret "Eileen" Hebenstreit

Aug 13, 2016

Margaret “Eileen” Hebenstreit (nee McManus), age 95, entered into eternal life on Saturday, August 13, 2016 surrounded by her loving family.

Eileen is survived by her loving children, Judi (John) Logan, John (Joanne) Hebenstreit, and Mary Jean Clemmons; cherished grandchildren, Jamie, Kelli, John, John III, Jeff, John, and Amanda; and 7 great-grandchildren.

Preceded in death...

Thomas J. Svitek

Thomas J. Svitek

Aug 5, 2016

Thomas J. Svitek, age 84. Passed away peacefully at home Friday, August 5, 2016. Born September 19, 1931; a lifelong Joliet resident.

Preceded in death by his parents, John and Kristina (Sutka) Svitek; brothers, John, Peter and Francis (late Betty) Svitek; sisters, Mary (late Arthur) Myers, Helen (late Dominic) Ciarlette, and Theresa Svitek.

Survived by...

Roselyn J. (Wieremann)  Wietting

Roselyn J. (Wieremann) Wietting

Jul 31, 2016

Roselyn J. Wietting (nee Wieremann), age 83, entered into eternal life on Sunday, July 31, 2016.

Roselyn is survived by her loving children, Linda (Wayne) Fager, Richard Wietting, and Lisa (Bill) Sullivan; cherished grandchildren, Kristin, Britney, and LB; cherished step-granddaughter, Stacie; three cherished great-grandchildren, Olivian, Zoe, and Will; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.

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Thomas James Welch Sr.

Thomas James Welch Sr.

Jul 30, 2016

Thomas James Welch Sr., age 50, passed away on Saturday, July 30, 2016.

Thomas was born on January 26, 1966 in Joliet, IL to Lawrence and the late Barbara Welch.

Per Thomas’ wishes cremation rites have been accorded.

Steven J. Kile

Steven J. Kile

Jul 27, 2016

Steven J. Kile, age 35, entered into eternal life on Wednesday, July 27, 2016.

Steven is survived by his loving mother, Sue Kile; loving brothers, William, Wesley, Robert, David, and Michael Kile; loving sisters, Lori Kile and Amanda Garcia; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Preceded in death by his father, Kenneth J....

Michael J. "The Rocker" Mathes

Michael J. "The Rocker" Mathes

Jul 27, 2016

Michael J. Mathes "The Rocker," age 63, entered into eternal life on Wednesday, July 27, 2016 from injuries sustained in an accident.

Michael is survived by his loving mother, Angeline Mathes (nee Levanich); dear nephew, Daniel Mathes III; dear sister-in-law, Patricia (the late Daniel II) Mathes; numerous loving cousins; and lifelong friend, Rudy (Bonnie) Janes.

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Dane Sikic

Dane Sikic

Jul 23, 2016

Dane Sikic, age 81, at rest on Saturday, July 23, 2016 with his loving family by his side.

Dane is survived by his beloved wife of 57 years, Marija Sikic; children, Daniel (Kate) Sikic, Maria Schahczniski, Michael Sikic, Jacob (fiancé Michelle Mikula) Sikic, George, (Judy Carnes) Sikic, Steven Sikic, Bernardeta Sikic and Veronika (Michael) Thies; grandchildren, Alexandra...

Robert L. Fosdick

Robert L. Fosdick

Jul 19, 2016

Robert L. Fosdick, age 85, entered into eternal life on Tuesday, July 19, 2016 with his loving daughter by his side.

Robert is survived by his loving daughter, Kimberly (Thomas) Karas; cherished grandchildren, Kevin and Kyle Karas; as well as nieces and nephews.

Preceded in death by his beloved wife, Jewell Fosdick (nee Button) (2015);...

James A. Murray Sr.

James A. Murray Sr.

Jul 18, 2016

James A. Murray Sr., age 68, entered into eternal life on Monday, July 18, 2016 surrounded by his loving family.

James is survived by his beloved wife of 46 years, Jeanne Marie Murray (nee Stocker); loving children, James Alwin (Wendy) Murray Jr. and Shawn Michael (Charlene) Murray; cherished grandchildren, Brianna Jean, Kimberly Marie, Jillian Rae, Dylan James,...

Robert J. ("Jonesy")  Kovic

Robert J. ("Jonesy") Kovic

Jul 16, 2016

Robert “Jonesy” J. Kovic, age 81, passed away peacefully at Presence St. Joseph Medical Center on July 16, 2016 with his loving wife by his side.

Robert is survived by his wife and caregiver, Judy Kovic (nee Darin); daughter Lynn (Stephen) Baginski; grandchildren, Drew and Kelly Baginski, and Christina Kovic; great-granddaughter, Charlotte Baginski; sister-in-law, Colleen Kovic; brothers-in-law,...

Susan S. Mayer

Susan S. Mayer

Jul 14, 2016

Susan S. Mayer (nee Suski) age 79, entered into eternal life on Thursday, July 14, 2016.

Born August 2, 1936 to Louis and Sue Suski and loving wife of Jack W. Mayer (2007) for over 50 years.

Survived by her loving sons, Mark and Mitch (Patty) Mayer; devoted daughter, Michelle (Benny) Rivera; three cherished grandchildren,...

Irene C. (Koulianos)  Tulumaris

Irene C. (Koulianos) Tulumaris

Jul 13, 2016

Irene C. Tulumaris (nee Koulianos), age 90, entered into eternal life on Wednesday, July 13, 2016.

Irene is survived by her beloved husband of 63 years, Emmanuel Tulumaris; loving children, Kathryn (James) Klein and Dean (Mary) Tulumaris; cherished grandchildren, Dr. Irene (Anthony) Louh, Charles (Ana) Klein, and Manny Tulumaris; cherished great-grandchildren, Charlotte, Alexandra, and Vivienne Klein; dear...

Jose R. Martinez

Jose R. Martinez

Jul 10, 2016

Jose R. Martinez, age 74, at rest on Sunday, July 10, 2016 with his loving family by his side.

Jose is survived by his loving children, Hector (Gloria) Martinez, Ernesto (Lourdes) Martinez, Magdalena (Rodrigo) Zavala, Dolores (Miguel) Martinez, Luis (Rosalba) Martinez, Jose Manuel (Renelle) Martinez, Ofelia (Marcos) Cuevas, Teresa Martinez, Angelica (Raul Maldonado) Martinez, Jesus (Erica Villagomez)...

Janice K. (Kelly)  Kiss

Janice K. (Kelly) Kiss

Jul 9, 2016

Janice K. Kiss (nee Kelly), age 66, passed away suddenly on Saturday, July 9, 2016.

Janice is survived by her loving husband of 45 years, William Kiss; siblings, Fred (Sandra) Kelly, Joyce (the late John) Thurston; brother-in-law, Donald (Donna); nieces, Lindsey, Natalie, Denise, Michelle and Kristy; nephews, Dan, Shane, Sean, Eddy and Mike; great-nieces and nephews, Haley,...

Barry E. Mead

Barry E. Mead

Jul 8, 2016

Barry E. Mead, age 61, entered into the Kingdom of Heaven on Friday, July 8, 2016 with his loving family close by his side.

Barry is survived by his daughters, Tracy (Eric) Marketti and Cheryl Mead; grandchildren, Amber, Dustin, Lexi, Brett, Jennifer, Shane and Nico; great-granddaughters, Autumn, Aubree and Amelia; mother, Joule Lenore Heck-Mead; siblings, Dianna (Charles)...

Susan M. Goodman

Susan M. Goodman

Jul 7, 2016

A Celebration of Susan’s life will begin on Sunday, July 10, 2016 with a visitation from 12:00 p.m. until the time of service at 6:00 p.m. officiated by Celebrant Ken Plese at Tezak Funeral Home, 1211 Plainfield Rd, Joliet. Per Susan’s wishes, cremation rites will be accorded.

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Phillip John Hines

Phillip John Hines

Jul 6, 2016

Phillip John Hines, age 52, lifelong resident of Joliet passed away suddenly on July 6, 2016.  He is survived by the love of his life, Jaxx Phillip Hines; his parents, Carl and Phyllis (nee Kwasigroch); and two sisters, Andrea Hines and Carla (Scott) Hagner. He is also survived by his nephews, Shannon (Kim) Hines, Mike (Lisa) Allen, and Greg...

Austin Criswell

Austin Criswell

Jul 5, 2016

Austin Criswell, age 66, entered into eternal life on Tuesday, July 5, 2016 after a lingering illness.

Austin is survived by his mother, Rosemary Melling; sister, Sally Willemain; two nieces; and one nephew.

Austin was a Joliet businessman for many years. He was avid boater and member of several yachting clubs for many years. Austin...

Elvira "Vira" M. (Hernandez)  Ibarra

Elvira "Vira" M. (Hernandez) Ibarra

Jul 2, 2016

Elvira “Vira” M. Ibarra (nee Hernandez), age 83, entered into eternal life on Saturday, July 2, 2016 surrounded by her loving family.

Vira is survived by her loving daughter, Virginia Reyna (Eugene Jr.) Luna; cherished grandchildren, Richard (Belinda Pemble) Luna Sr., Valerie (Abel) Melendez, Valentina Luna, Valinda Luna, and Eugenio (Vanessa Contreras) Luna III; great grandchildren, Veronica,...