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Joliet, IL Obituaries
Local obituaries for the Joliet, IL area
Daniel "Dan" P. Prieboy
Jun 27, 2025
It is with immense sadness that we announce the sudden and heartbreaking loss of Daniel (Dan) Prieboy on Friday, June 27th, 2025.
Dan is survived by his loving and devoted wife, Rebecca (Jovanovich) Prieboy, with whom he fell in love at just 14 years old. Their bond grew into a beautiful marriage and remained a steady foundation through the life they...
Lori L. Cherven
Jun 24, 2025
Lori L. Cherven (née Zazzetti), age 56 of Oswego, passed away unexpectedly in her home on June 24, 2025. She was born to her father Valentino “Deno” Zazzetti and her mother Donna Zazzetti (née Griese) in Joliet, IL on February 14, 1969.
Lori was born and raised in Joliet, graduating as a member of the Class of 1987 from Joliet West...
James A Blackburn Jr
Jun 28, 2025
James A. Blackburn, Jr., age 69, entered into eternal rest Saturday, June 28, 2025—the same date his father James A. Blackburn, Sr., passed away in 2002. Born on January 27, 1956, in Joliet, Jim died peacefully at Lightways Hospice in Joliet, surrounded by his loving family. Jim had been diagnosed with colon cancer in 2024.
Jim is survived and loved by...
Eunice A. Ward
Jun 27, 2025
Eunice A Ward, 94, of Joliet passed away peacefully Friday, June 27, 2025, at Sunny Hill Nursing Home. She was born August 18,1930.
Eunice was the youngest child born to Edward and Theresa (nee Aschenbrenner) Ward. She was also the last surviving sibling of eight children.
Eunice attended Washington School, Sacred Heart Catholic School and graduated from Joliet Township High School Class...
Harold "Bud" Spreitzer
Jun 20, 2025
Harold “Bud” Spreitzer, age 82, passed away peacefully in the comfort of his own home while surrounded by his loving family on June 20, 2025. He was born to his father Harold Spreitzer and his mother Mary Ann Spreitzer (née Matay) in Joliet, IL on March 27, 1943.
Bud was a lifelong resident of Joliet, IL, educated at St. Raymond’s Catholic...
Steve F. Salopek
Jun 20, 2025
Steve F. Salopek,92, passed away peacefully on June 20, 2035, at Sunny Hill Nursing Home.
Steve is preceded in death by his parents, John and Anna (née Bokolich) Salopek; his brothers John (Josephine) Salopek and Mike (Mary) Salopek, John (Philomena) Prebeg and Milan Prebeg; sisters: Rose (Vincent) Kennerty, Katherine (Frank) Salopek Ament, Mary (Joseph) Prebeg Bozicevich, Catherine (Ceasar) Prebeg Bartolomei, Ann...
Arthur George Hoff
Jun 16, 2025
Arthur G. Hoff, age 92, of Chicago, Illinois, passed away peacefully on June 16, 2025. Born on July 3, 1932, to Arthur and Rose Hoff, Art was a proud Korean War veteran who wore his service cap with honor.
He worked for Singer Sewing Machines as a salesman and store manager and later found great fulfillment working at the Museum of...
Maria L. "Lilia" Burkeen
Jun 13, 2025
Maria L." Lilia" Burkeen, age 78, of Joliet, Illinois, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 13, 2025, surrounded by loved ones.
Maria will be lovingly remembered for her warmth, kindness, and the deep devotion she had for her family and friends. Her presence brought joy and comfort to all who knew her, and her legacy of love and strength will live...
Roseanne Angelovich
Jun 10, 2025
Roseanne Angelovich, age 83, at rest on Tuesday, June 10, 2025 with her loving family by her side.
Roseanne is survived by her loving son, John (Ann Marie Czerwinski) Angelovich; siblings, Steve (the late Delores) Malinovich, Millie (the late Michael) O'Leary and Nick (Helen) Malinovich; nieces, Annette and Nadine (Josh Potts) O’Leary; as well as numerous cousins; and lifelong best friend,...
Dorothy Z. Albert
Jun 8, 2025
Dorothy Z. Albert, born on June 9, 1929, in Calumet City, Illinois, passed away peacefully on June 8, 2025, at Silver Cross Hospital, one day before her 96th birthday.
She was the beloved daughter of the late Joseph Walerowicz and Frances Walerowicz (née Kolodziejski).
Dorothy was preceded in death by her first husband, George P. Zager, her second husband, Stephen J. Albert,...
Beverly J. Wetherbee
Jun 6, 2025
Beverly Jean Wetherbee, age 75, and Norman John Wetherbee, age 67, passed away unexpectedly on June 6, 2025.
Beverly was born in Joliet, IL on November 23, 1949 to her parents Steven Lakotich and Angela Lakotich (née Kapella). Bev was a graduate of Providence High School as a member of the Class of 1967. She was an accomplished accountant for Rux...
Norman J. Wetherbee
Jun 6, 2025
Beverly Jean Wetherbee, age 75, and Norman John Wetherbee, age 67, passed away unexpectedly on June 6, 2025.
Beverly was born in Joliet, IL on November 23, 1949 to her parents Steven Lakotich and Angela Lakotich (née Kapella). Bev was a graduate of Providence High School as a member of the Class of 1967. She was an accomplished accountant for Rux...
Lynn Sheard
Jun 5, 2025
Lynn Marie Sheard of Joliet, age 53, left this world far too soon at St. Joseph Hospital in Joliet, IL on June 5, 2025. Lynn was born in Joliet, IL on April 11, 1972 to her parents Robert J. Seguin Jr. and Sharon Seguin (née Gunderson).
Lynn was born and raised in Joliet. She worked at Harrah’s Casino for almost thirty...
Thomas Paul Piskur
Jun 4, 2025
Thomas "Tom" Paul Piskur, age 83, of Joliet IL, passed away peacefully at Lightways Hospice.
His memory lives on by his son and daughter-in-law, Greg Piskur and Teresa Alvarado-Piskur; his 3 grandchildren, Gregory Jr, Anna, and Tyler Piskur; his sisters, Judy Pomatto and Mary Ellen Head; his sister-in-law, Joan Piskur; nieces and nephews, Clara Witte, Keith Piskur, Jason and Lara Pomatto;...
Elizabeth Babich
Jun 4, 2025
Elizabeth J. Babich (née Moholick), age 93, passed away on June 4, 2025. She was born in Joliet, IL to her father Frank Moholick and mother Albina Moholick (née Jozwick) on February 12, 1932.
Elizabeth cared for her family at every opportunity. She loved to cook and bake, with her children having a special appreciation for her spaghetti and her Kluskies....
Lester J. Cheney
Jun 4, 2025
In Loving Memory of Lester John Cheney
February 12, 1957 – June 4, 2025
Lester John Cheney, age 68, of Joliet, passed away peacefully on June 4, 2025, surrounded by the enduring love of his family.
Born and raised in Joliet, Les was a proud graduate of Joliet East High School’s Class of 1975. He remained deeply rooted in the community he loved,...
John R. Depratt
Jun 1, 2025
John R. Depratt, age 70 of Crest Hill, passed away Sunday, June 1, 2025, at St. Joseph Medical Center in Joliet.
Born August 14, 1954, a lifetime resident of Joliet, where he met the love of his life, Sandra Davis.
John is survived by his beloved wife Sandra Depratt (nee Davis), son Tony (Maggie) Depratt of Plainfield, IL and daughter Sarah (Hans)...
Maxine C. Bertucci
May 29, 2025
Maxine C. (Koren) Bertucci, age 87, passed away on Thursday, May 29, 2025 at St. Joseph's Medical Center. Born on April 30, 1938 in Joliet, Illinois, Maxine was the daughter of the late Joseph "Jeff" and Louise (Pilz) Koren. Maxine was married to the love of her life, Robert "Slugger" Jay Bertucci for 50 years until his passing in 2012.
Maxine...
Louis J. Lakota Jr.
May 28, 2025
Louis J. Lakota, Jr., age 83, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 28, 2025.
Lou is survived by his children, Louis J. (Kristine) Lakota III, Maureen (the late Bill) Krok, Michael (Jill) Lakota, Anton (Jody) Lakota, Timothy (Denise Duncan) Lakota; grandchildren, Ryan, Brady (Kassandra) Lakota, Allyson, Joshua, Matthew (Anna), and Alex Lakota, Megan Krok, Morgan and Brennan Lakota; great-grandchildren, Brynleigh Finnen,...
Eduardo Reynoso Gonzalez
May 25, 2025
Eduardo Reynoso Gonzalez, age 46, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 25, 2025, in Joliet, Illinois
A visitation to honor Eduardo's life will be held on Thursday, May 29, 2025, from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Tezak Funeral Home, located at 1211 Plainfield Road, Joliet, IL.
Funeral services will take place on Friday, May 30, 2025, at 11:00 AM at St....
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