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Joliet, IL Obituaries
Local obituaries for the Joliet, IL area
Brett A. Page
Apr 10, 2026
Brett A. Page, age 63, of Shorewood, IL died unexpectedly on April 10, 2026 at St. Joseph Hospital in Joliet, IL. He was born the son of Raymond A. Page and Janet F. Page (née Rutherford) on January 25, 1963 in Joliet, IL.
Brett was raised and educated in Frankfort, IL, where he graduated from Lincoln Way High School. He continued...
Angela Chaparro
Apr 2, 2026
Angela “Prieta” Chaparro, de 24 años, falleció el Jueves 2 de Abril de 2026.
Angela fue un alma vibrante y muy querida, cuya presencia brindaba calidez, alegría y luz a todos los que tuvieron la dicha de conocerla. Su sonrisa era inolvidable, y su capacidad de animar a los demás dejó una huella imborrable en todos los que se cruzaron en...
Esther V. Ochoa
Apr 12, 2026
Esther V. Ochoa age 90, passed away at Saint Joseph Hospital in Joliet, IL while surrounded by the loving members of her family on April 12, 2026. Esther was born the daughter of Melchor Varela and Margaret Varela (née Lozano) in Chicago, IL on May 23, 1935.
Esther was the strongest person we knew. She was giving and she was fierce....
Michael E. Pennington
Apr 12, 2026
Michael E. Pennington, age 68, of Aurora, Illinois, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 12, 2026.
Michael was a 1977 graduate of Joliet Central High School. He had a lifelong passion for HO model trains and was well known among fellow enthusiasts for his dedication to the hobby. In the 1980s, he proudly served his community as a volunteer member of...
Maria Jean Kula
Apr 9, 2026
Maria “Jean” Kula, passed away peacefully on April 9, 2026, with her family at her side.
Maria “Jean” was born in Poland and was the eldest of twelve children. Her life was deeply rooted in faith, family, love, and her Polish heritage. Family—both immediate and extended—was at the heart of her everyday life. She was an exceptional cook who lovingly shared...
Duke Doumanian
Apr 8, 2026
Duke Doumanian, age 69, passed away on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, with his family by his side.
A proud lifelong resident of Joliet, Duke had a special way of turning everyday moments into meaningful connections. Known for his tireless work ethic, easy smile, and genuine love for people, he had a knack for making everyone feel right at home. He began...
Norma G. Strahanoski
Apr 2, 2026
Norma G. Strahanoski (née Glad) age 93 of Crest Hill, IL passed away peacefully in her sleep at home while surrounded by her loving family on April 2, 2026. She was born as one of the five “Glad Girls” of Joliet, IL on February 4, 1933 to her father George Glad and her mother Evelyn Glad (née Delost).
Norma was born...
Virginia "Jeanne" Sarcletti
Apr 1, 2026
Virginia “Jeanne” Sarcletti (née Getson) passed away peacefully on April 1, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. She has gone home to be with her Heavenly Father and is now reunited with her beloved husband, Paul, whom she dearly missed. Together again, they rest in eternal peace.
Jeanne was a devoted wife, loving mother, proud grandmother, and a true...
Anna Prieboy
Mar 27, 2026
Anna Prieboy (née Slamka), age 104, was called home to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Friday, March 27, 2026 with family at her side. As a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, her life was a beautiful testament to her faith, devotion to her family, and the love in her heart.
Anna was born in the...
Cheryl Anne Wilson
Mar 23, 2026
Cheryl Anne “Cheb” Wilson lifelong resident of Joliet, age 73, passed away on March 23, 2026 at Endeavor Edwards Hospital in Naperville, IL. She was born to Harold and Betty Wilson in Joliet, IL on September 20, 1952.
Cheryl was a proud member of the graduating class of 1970 from Joliet East High School. She attended Joliet Junior College in the...
Esteban Mojica
Mar 21, 2026
Esteban Mojica, lovingly known as Tebanito, passed away peacefully on March 21, 2026, at the age of 90 in Joliet, Illinois. Born in Villa Juarez, San Luis Potosí, Mexico, Esteban lived a life marked by resilience, joy, and deep devotion to his family.
He was preceded in death by his beloved son, Francisco Javier Mojica.
Esteban is survived by his wife Eusebia...
James J. Alberico
Mar 17, 2026
Jim Alberico was born in Joliet, Illinois, on December 12, 1948, the second son of Italian parents Herman and Ann (Persicketti) Alberico. From an early age, he had an ear for music, first learning drums, guitar, and piano. He got a taste of his future profession by playing drums in a bar polka band while he was in junior high,...
Sergio Andres Agon Mejia
Mar 15, 2026
Sergio Andres Agon Meija, 17 passed away on March 15, 2026, in Evanston,IL, his enduring faith, and the example he set through his actions. Though his passing leaves an immeasurable void, his spirit will continue to inspire those who were blessed to walk alongside him.
International repatriation services under the direction of Tezak Funeral Home.
Sergio Andres Agon Meija, 17 años, falleció...
Carol Jean Konc
Mar 15, 2026
Carol Jean Konc (née Wysocki) age 74, passed away at Loyola University Medical Center on March 15, 2026. She was born to her father Walter Wysocki and mother Margaret Wysocki (née Wiegman) in Joliet, IL on November 13, 1951.
Carol was born, raised, and educated in Joliet, IL. She was a graduate of Saint Francis Academy and continued her education at...
Maria Guadalupe "Lupe" Palomares
Mar 14, 2026
Maria Guadalupe “Lupe” Palomares Izaguirre, age 71, passed away peacefully on March 14, 2026. She was born on August 8, 1954 in Villa Juarez, San Luis Potosi, Mexico to Alberto Izaguirre Almazan and Sara Almazan Castillo.
Lupe immigrated to the United States in 1969 and settled in Chicago, Illinois. She worked at the Charleston Candy Factory where she met the love...
Celia "Ama" Miranda
Mar 14, 2026
Celia “Ama” Miranda, age 86, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 14, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.
Born into a large and loving family as one of eighteen siblings, Celia carried the values of togetherness, resilience, and warmth throughout her life. She was known by all who loved her as “Ama,” a name that perfectly captured the nurturing...
Benito Leon Rojas
Mar 7, 2026
Benito Leon Rojas, 71 passed away on March 7, 2026, in Evanston,IL, his enduring faith, and the example he set through his actions. Though his passing leaves an immeasurable void, his spirit will continue to inspire those who were blessed to walk alongside him.
International repatriation services under the direction of Tezak Funeral Home.
Benito Leon Rojas, 71 años, falleció el 7...
Robert D. Eberhard Jr.
Mar 6, 2026
Robert D. Eberhard Jr., 86, passed away peacefully on Friday, March 6, 2026, at his residence in Joliet.
Robert dedicated 28 years of service as the bar manager at the Moran Athletic Club, where he was well known and appreciated by many. He enjoyed spending his free time outdoors, especially fishing and hunting—activities that brought him great happiness in his life.
He...
Maria Teresa Cuevas Bautista
Mar 5, 2026
Maria Teresa Cuevas Bautista, age 77, passed away peacefully on March 5, 2026. She will be remembered for her warm heart, vibrant spirit, and the love she shared with her family and everyone around her.
Maria had a deep passion for cooking and took great joy in preparing meals that brought family and friends together. Music was always close to her...
Richard Earl "Bud" Colbert
Feb 28, 2026
Richard Earl “Bud” Colbert, age 91, of Joliet, Illinois, passed away on February 28, 2026. Born on November 11, 1934, in Joliet, he was the beloved son of Harry Colbert and Luella Colbert (née DePray).
Bud was a lifelong resident of Joliet, attending St. John’s grade school before becoming a proud graduate of Joliet Township High School. He continued his education...
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