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Joliet, IL Obituaries
Local obituaries for the Joliet, IL area
August "Augie" Juricic
Sep 9, 2025
Augie passed away on September 9, 2025. A jack-of-all-trades, he will be remembered for his ability to make anything out of nothing. He loved fiercely and was willing to help anyone wherever he could. A graduate of Joliet Central High School class of 1973, he was drafted to the Chicago Cubs shortly after following his love of baseball. However, his...
Clarence R. Moon Jr. (Brother Moon)
Sep 7, 2025
Clarence R. Moon Jr. “Brother Moon”, age 84, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 7, 2025, surrounded by his family.
Bob, lived a life devoted to his family, always putting their needs above his own and making countless sacrifices to ensure their happiness. A lifelong avid Cubs fan, he found joy in cheering for his team and treasured the times he...
James R. Marcum
Sep 5, 2025
James R. Marcum, “old Papa”, age 98 years 7 months and 5 days, passed away peacefully at home while surrounded by family on September 5, 2025. James was born in Frazer, Kentucky on February 1, 1927 to his parents Isaac and Alma Marcum (nee Taylor).
Jim was born and raised in rural Kentucky in Wayne County. In his heart this was...
Jacqueline A. Tucci
Sep 2, 2025
Jacqueline A. Tucci (née Adler) of Crest Hill, age 68, passed away peacefully in her home while surrounded by members of her loving family on September 2, 2025. She was born to her father Joseph L. Adler and mother Joanne M. Adler (née Biddle) in Joliet, IL on April 15, 1957.
Jackie was a lifelong resident of Joliet and Crest Hill....
Mildred T. Pruss
Aug 29, 2025
Mildred T. “Millie” Pruss (née Gecan) age 97, of Joliet, Illinois, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 29, 2025.
Born May 5, 1928 in Joliet, Illinois, Millie was the daughter of Charles and Anna Gecan (née Surinak). She was raised and educated in Joliet, graduating as a member of the Class of 1946 from Joliet Township High School, and was always...
Mary Ann Ragusa
Aug 29, 2025
Mary Ann Ragusa, age 86, a lifelong resident of Joliet and a resident of The Timbers in Shorewood for the past three years, passed away on Friday, August 29.
Family was everything to Mary Ann. She was a cherished and loving mother to Linda (John)Bowers, Marc (Debra) Ragusa, Lori (Paul) Maticic, Carrie (Robert) Baldacci, and John Ragusa. She was also a...
Joseph C. Boban Sr.
Aug 26, 2025
Joseph C. Boban Sr., age 95 of Joliet, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 26, 2025. He was born July 23, 1930 in Joliet, IL, the son of George Boban and Anna Boban (née Farkas).
Joe was a loving and faithful husband to Dorothy Boban (née Denewellis) for over 65 years. In most recent conversations with him, he still professed his...
Mario C. Manzo
Aug 23, 2025
Mario C. Manzo of Joliet, age 73, passed away unexpectedly in his home on August 23, 2025. He was born on May 12, 1952 in Mexico to his father Javier Manzo and his mother Olivia Manzo (née Contreras).
Mario married his wife Nelida and the two of them together raised their two children in Joliet for decades. He retired from Railway...
Catherine M. Swanson
Aug 21, 2025
Catherine Marie (Sraj) Swanson, 64, a lifelong resident of Joliet, Illinois, passed away unexpectedly on August 21, 2025. Born May 24, 1961, to Anthony and Sophie Sraj, she graduated from St. Francis Academy in 1979.
Catherine married the love of her life, Charles “Chuck” Swanson III. She was a devoted mother to Jason Douglas Sraj, Charles Swanson IV, and Samanthajo Swanson,...
Frank "Butch" Pavlich
Aug 18, 2025
Frank “Butch” Pavlich, beloved husband of Pamela Pavlich, devoted father, grandfather, and faithful Catholic, passed away peacefully on August 18, 2025, at the age of 89, surrounded by his loving family. Frank and Pamela shared more than 51 years of marriage, a partnership rooted in love, loyalty, and faith inspiring all who know them.
Frank proudly served his country as a...
Richard "Rich" T. Greskoviak Jr.
Aug 18, 2025
Richard Thomas Greskoviak Jr., 61, of Shorewood, IL, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, August 18, 2025.
Richard (Rich) was born on November 21, 1963, in Burlington, WI, and grew up in Elmwood Park, IL, attending Elmwood Park High School. He spent his summers with extended family in Twin Lakes, WI where he loved to fish and swim. He earned his Bachelor's...
Ma. "Consuelo" C. Cisneros
Aug 15, 2025
Ma. C. Cinseros, 69, of Joliet, IL, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 15, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.
She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. She. is survived by her devoted family, who will forever cherish her memory and the love she so generously shared throughout her life.
Visitation will be held on Friday, August...
Armando Casarez
Aug 14, 2025
Daniel “Armando” Casarez of Joliet, age 72, passed away peacefully with his loving family by his side at the Spring Creek Nursing Home in Joliet on August 14, 2025. He was born in El Paso, TX on November 10, 1952 to his father Crecensio Casarez and his mother Engracia Casarez (née Vallejo).
Armando was born and raised in El Paso, TX...
Patricia "Pat" Moorman
Aug 12, 2025
In Loving Memory of Patricia “Pat” Moorman (née Mewes)
Sunrise: May 27, 1955 – Sunset: August 12, 2025
With heavy hearts and cherished memories, we announce the passing of Patricia “Pat” Moorman (née Mewes) age 70, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend to all creatures great and small. She departed this world peacefully, surrounded by her loved ones.
Pat was preceded in...
William "Bill" E. Wilkins
Aug 9, 2025
William E. Wilkins, age 76, passed away in the comfort of his own home with his loving wife Diane by his side on Saturday August 9, 2025, while under the compassionate guidance of Lightways Hospice in Joliet. Bill was a lifelong resident of Joliet, IL, raised by his parents Howard and Mary (née Anderson) Wilkins, and born on July 29,...
Roy David Radloff
Aug 4, 2025
Roy David Radloff, 67, passed away on Monday, August 4, 2025, at his home in Joliet, Illinois.
He was a proud Army veteran who will be remembered for his intelligence, strength, kindness, and the love he shared with all who knew him.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Dorothy Radloff, his father, Roy Radloff, his grandmother, Helen Hayes, and his...
Cheryl "Cherie" M. Klyzub
Aug 3, 2025
Cheryl “Cherie” Klyzub
Cherie passed away peacefully on August 3, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on October 12, 1964, Cherie lived a life defined by devotion to her family, her friends, and her deep love that she shared freely with all who knew her.
She is survived by her loving daughters, Annie (Ryan) Nelson and Kristie Carvotta; and...
Rose M. Prieboy
Jul 30, 2025
Rose Marie Prieboy, a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away peacefully on July 30, 2025, at her residence with her daughters by her side, after facing the challenges of dementia with grace and resilience for many years.
Born on December 30, 1946, in Joliet, Illinois, Rose was the daughter of Ernst Egger and Rose S. Egger (née DeNardo). She was...
Victoria Mescha
Jul 28, 2025
Victoria Mescha, age 86, a longtime resident of Shorewood, Illinois, at rest on Monday, July 28, 2025. She was born in Chicago, Illinois to parents, Josephine and Onofrio Loconsole on April 11, 1939.
Victoria loved life and embraced it with a young-at-heart spirit. She was an avid bowler, participating in several leagues over the years, and had a passion for travel...
Joel James Sieracki
Jul 27, 2025
Joel James Sieracki, 59, of Joliet, Illinois, passed away on Sunday, July 27, 2025.
He attended St Mary Magaline and Joliet Catholic High School class of 1984.
He is survived by his loving parents, James and Margot Sieracki, who were the cornerstone of his life. He is also survived by his aunt Rose White and her husband David, aunts Jane Sieracki and...
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