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Marguerite F. Greenfield "Marge"
Nee: Nagle
Age 83, passed away peacefully Thursday September 12, 2024 at Lightways Hospice Home.
Devoted and loving mother of Mary (Andrew) Feldhaus, Susan (Jim) Batis and Maureen (Jose) Centeno; grandmother of Danielle, Aaron (Monica), Brian, Allyson (Aaron), Abigail (Joe), Mitchell (Summer), Olivia, Maggy and Sydney; great grandmother to Ava, J.D., Hawthorne, Lake, Lane, Audrey and Easton. Numerous nieces...
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Sharon Y. Gutierrez on September 7th, 2024, at the age of 70.
Sharon was born to the late Harold and Christene Ellis (Rousey) in Key West, Florida on February 9th, 1954. She was the middle sibling to Diane Sasser, Harold Jonathon Ellis, James (Denise) Ellis, and Robert Ellis. She became...
Larry Sanders
Age 85, passed away Friday September 6, 2024 at the Parc of Joliet.
Survived by his son Gerald (Linda) Sanders; daughter Lisa (Joe) Ledesma; seven grandchildren; 23 great grandchildren; two great great grandchildren.
Preceded in death by his wife Mildred (Orasco) Sanders; one son James (Gordo) Sanders; parents Vernon Coleman and Floyce (Stewart) Sanders and one brother Charles Sanders.
Born in Kosciusko,...
Billy Carl Masters
Age 81, passed away peacefully, Wednesday September 4, 2024 at home, with family by his side.
Survived by his loving wife of 60 years Diana (Elrod) Masters; children Edward (Heather) Masters, Larry Masters, Michael Masters and Sonya (Steve) DiNardo; grandchildren Monica, Jennifer, Bryan, Justin, Zulema, Bianca, Leylah, Mikey, Amira, Aaron, Courtney, Anthony, Amanda and Sara; 19 great grandchildren; one...
Thaddeus E. "Gene" Rapsin, 75, passed away on August 25, 2024, peacefully in his home in Surprise, AZ, surrounded by family. Born on September 15, 1948, in Neustadt, Germany, Gene dedicated 36 years of service as a machine operator and union shop steward at Caterpillar Tractor on McDonough n St in Joliet, IL, before retiring. Never one to sit still,...
Richard L. Weese Jr.
“Ricky”
Age 40, passed away suddenly, Wednesday August 21, 2024. Born in Joliet and was a lifelong resident.
Survived by his mother Andrea (Carik) Weese; sisters Michelle Weese and Angela (Brandon) Mason; maternal grandmother Atheline Carik; nieces Brittany, Hailey and Morgan; nephew Jeremy. Numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends also survive.
Preceded in death by his father Richard L. Weese...
Margaret Jane Wringer
Nee: Coder
Age 80, passed away peacefully Tuesday, August 13, 2024, with her family by her side.
Survived by her loving husband of 58 years, Harold Wringer; one daughter Kimberly (Bob) Witt; two granddaughters Allyson and Madalyn Witt; two sisters Janet Coder and Linda Rettko. Numerous nieces and nephews also survive.
Preceded in death by her parents Herman and Mary (Richards)...
Donald Paul Fodor, age 59, passed away on Saturday August 3, 2024 with his brother Dwayne who was his constant companion, friend, and caregiver by his side.
Donald was born on August 16, 1964 to the late Francis (2011) and Mildred (Groark) (2016) in Joliet, IL.
Donald loved fishing and wrestling and would attend live wrestling events whenever possible.
In addition to his...
Margaret Mary Lynch (nee Russell) 1939-2024
Margaret “Peggi”, beloved wife of John M. “Jack” Lynch and dedicated mother and grandmother, 85, of Plainfield, Illinois, passed away peacefully on July 23, 2024. She was loving, caring, kind, and vibrant, and left a lasting impact on everyone who knew her.
Peggi was born in Joliet, Illinois on May 17, 1939, to James and Margaret...
Sarah Freehauf, a beloved soul who brought joy and light wherever she went, passed away suddenly on July 21, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of laughter and warmth. Born on May 6, 1980, in Joliet, IL, Sarah's presence impacted the lives of all who had the pleasure of knowing her.
Sarah's mischievous spirit shone through in her career at ExxonMobil Refinery,...
James (Jim) Francis Harrigan
1942 to 2024
James (Jim) passed away from this life in Santa Clara, CA on July 14, 2024, surrounded by the love and prayers of his family and friends from near and far. He was born October 18, 1942 to William F and Margaret H (nee Ruettiger) Harrigan of Joliet, IL.
Growing up with his four siblings in Joliet...
Kathleen Marie Johnson, 46, of Shorewood, IL passed away on July 10, 2024 after a battle with cancer. Kathleen was born on November 19, 1977 to Helen & Larry Johnson.
After Kathleen graduated from Romeoville High School in 1995, she studied a variety of subjects including psychology and human resources. She held a degree in human resources management from Lewis University...
Jack F. Daly passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family on Saturday, July 6th 2024 in Joliet, IL at the age of 77.
Jack was the loving husband of Lynne (Hutcheson) Daly, father of Ken (Anita) Daly, Sarah (Sean) Van Gundy, Mike (Tina Trout) Daly, Suzy (Nate) Lowden, and Tim (Kelly) Daly. He was the loving grandfather to Carolyn and Emma...
Margaret Helen Comstock (nee Drotar) age 98, late of Joliet, passed away peacefully on June 21, 2024.
Marge was born on November 22nd,1925 in Campbell, Ohio. She grew up during the Great Depression, moved to Chicago as a young woman to attend Nursing school where she met her husband John Leo Comstock (late January 8, 2000).
Marge worked nights as an RN...
Harold Robertson was born on Dec 4 1965 from his loving mother Carmen Morges in Puerto Rico he passed away suddenly on June 21, 2024 at the age of 58 years old. He was a family orientated man who was married to his wife Debbie Robertson of 37 years.
He was a son, father, brother, uncle, cousin, grandfather & friend to...
In Loving Memory
Alan “AJ” Plese
1991 – 2024
AJ Plese of Charlotte, NC, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at the age of 33. Those who knew AJ knew that he was larger than life, both in size and in personality. He was born May 6, 1991 to John and Lori (nee Duchene) Plese. He grew up in Channahon, IL...
Brett A Weiler
07/02/1984 -05/28/2024
On Tuesday May 28th surrounded by loved ones, including his family and friends, Brett quietly succumbed to cancer. Known to be bullheaded by everyone that loved him, he fought it bravely and was stubborn to the end.
Preceded in death by his father Brett H Weiler and his adopted brother Bob Pasdertz. He is succeeded in life by...
Judith A. Nagra
Nee Simons
Age 74, passed away, finally finding peace after a month's battle due to an unexcepted illness Thursday May 16, 2024 at Lightways Hospice Home.
Survived by her two loving daughters Jamie Nagra and Gina Nagra; her grandson Jared Vaughan and cousin Jeannie Murphy Ortiz.
Preceded in death by her husband Gerald Nagra; granddaughter Ashley Vaughan; parents Albert and Helen...
Jeanette Grenke set the standard as one of the most devoted grandmothers ever. The past twelve years up to her death on May 15th, 2024, she held the title of guardian/foster parent for four grandchildren due to circumstances beyond her control.
Born March 31st, 1964 to Jim Kunke and Kathleen (Decman) Kunke-McGuire. Jeanette was preceded in death by her parents and...
Daniel L. Thayer, beloved husband, father, son, brother, and friend, passed away on May 11, 2024 at his home in Plainfield, Illinois. Born on July 1, 1959 in Joliet, Illinois, Daniel led a life filled with love, laughter, and a deep passion for knowledge.
Daniel graduated from Joliet West High School prior to carving out a career as a Computer Technician....
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