The Joliet Herald News

Gerald "Jerry" Briick passed away peacefully January 13, 2023. He was born June 4, 1937 in Joliet, the son of Margaret (Dockendorf) and Eugene Briick. Jerry was the beloved husband of 59 years to Terry (Fischer) and together they created a family filled with love and togetherness. Jerry's greatest source of pride was his family. He is survived by his wife, Terry; daughters, Patricia (David) Chamerski, and Robin (Michael) Fletcher; and sons, Jason and Andrew (Kathleen Boksa) Briick. He was an immensely proud grandfather to his grandchildren, Megan, Wayne, Courtney, Lily, Samantha, Dustin, Steven, Ashley, Alex, Paige, Joshua, Annel, Ethan, Devin, Riley, Drew, Olivia, Alaina, Tori, Kaela,...

Marilyn Oldani Marilyn A. Oldani, 86, of Orange, Texas, peaceful passed away with her family by her side on November 20, 2022. A Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, November 29, 2022, at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church at 4300 Meeks Drive in Orange. Officiating will be Father Sinclair Oubre, Father David Edwards, Father Tom Phelan, Father Ernie Carpio and Deacon Keith Hebert. Entombment will follow at St. Mary Mausoleum. Visitation will be from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., with a Vigil Service held at 7:00 p.m., Monday, November 28, 2022, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Born in Joliet, Illinois, on August 14, 1936. She was the daughter of Charles Buldak and Matilda...

Richard Leonard Zupancic, 74, of Ocean View, Hawai'i passed away at his home on October 30, 2022. He was born on March 15, 1948, in Joliet, Illinois. Richard served our Country in the Navy, and worked as a machinist for Caterpillar for 32 years. He and his loving wife Paulette were married for 50 years. He is survived by his wife Paulette; sons Eric Zupancic of Chicago, Illinois; Joel (Aga) Zupancic of South Elgin, Illinois; daughter Kim (Rocky) Gutierrez of Elwood, Illinois; sisters Barbara (Tom) Walsh of McFarland, Wisconsin; Sharon (Richard) Dillon of Minooka, Illinois; and four grandchildren. He was proceeded in death by his parents Raymond (Ida) Zupancic of Joliet, Illinois; and...

Sandra Mary McNiff Freeman, 78, passed away on October 25, 2022, at Four Seasons Retirement Center in Columbus, Indiana. She was born in Joliet, Illinois to the late Robert and Lillian McNiff on November 18, 1943. She was the beloved bride to William Freeman from February 20, 1963 until his time of passing in April of 2006. Sandra had the most amazing sense of humor. It was always dark and dry, and she never lost her wit right up until the very end. Though she will be missed by so many, she greatly looked forward to seeing everyone she had loved and lost in Heaven. She was a very knowledgeable, determined, feisty, brilliant, and hard-working person. She knew a great deal about medicine,...

Sandra "Sange" L. Kehres, 83, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on August 24, 2022 at Mercy Walworth Hospital in Lake Geneva, WI. She was born on April 20, 1939 to Charles and Mae (Soplanda). She lived in Chicago where she attended Corkey Grade School and the Farragut High School where she was a cheerleader. Sandra attended Illinois State University in Normal, IL where she pursued an education in music. After leaving school she met and married Paul Kehres. They just celebrated 60 years of marriage. Sandra worked at Ceco Steel, then later at Victor Gasket. Sandra was also a very active member in the St. Mary of Celle Catholic Church in Berwyn, IL where she become a...

Rosemary Anne Krass died peacefully at MorningStar Senior Living in Fort Collins, CO on June 23, 2022. She was born in Joliet, IL, on April 12, 1929, the oldest of five children to Edward and Mary Jeans. She was granted piano scholarships to both Immaculate Conception Catholic High School in Elmhurst, IL and St. Francis College in Joliet. She was selected as Miss St. Francis during her senior year. In June of 1952, she married Edward Krass at St. James Catholic Church in Lemont, IL. They had two daughters, Diane and Michelle. Rosemary was an accomplished pianist, taught elementary school, directed many choirs, played organ at various churches, and had the first guitar mass ever in...

Roseann M. Schulte, 78, of Naples, FL, passed away on Thursday, May 19, 2022. Formerly of Plainfield, IL, she had been a Naples resident for the last 7 years. She was born May 22, 1943 in Joliet, IL, the daughter of Nicholas and Mary (n?e Vujnovich) Jurjevich. Rose was known for her love of life and dedication to family and friends. She enjoyed many hobbies. An avid gardener and wonderful baker. She retired from the federal government after 50 years of rewarding service. Mrs. Schulte is survived by her loving husband of 58 years, Richard R. Schulte; her brother, David (the late Darlene) Jurjevich of Texas; and her nieces and nephews, Janice Colbert, Diane Schmitz, Jeff Colbert, Greg...

JoAnn Moore (nee Pritz) 91, of Destin, Florida (formerly of Marietta, Georgia), passed away on April 21, 2022. She was born in Joliet, Illinois on September 30, 1930 to Raymond and Agnes Pritz. She attended Joliet Township High School where she was active in the theatre department. JoAnn was a member of Holy Trinity Lutheran Church in Marietta, Georgia where she was active in many of the church's events and outreach programs and especially with the women's Monday School group. Outside of her family, her involvement in her church was one of her greatest passions, often making quilts and other items for those in need. During her life, she enjoyed sewing, needlepoint and knitting,...

Charles R. "Chuck" Peyla, 89 of Estero, FL passed away Monday, March 21, 2022 at Joanne's House at Hope Hospice. Formerly of Joliet, IL he began wintering in Estero in 1999 before moving permanently in 2005. Charles was born July 3, 1932 in Joliet, IL a son of the late Louis R. and Caryl (Buck) Peyla. Mr. Peyla was a Veteran of the United States Army, serving during the Korean War. He attended the University of Illinois and graduated from Illinois Wesleyan University, earning his degree in business administration. In the early 1960's, together with his brother, Chuck founded Illinois Securities Insurance in Joliet, spending his career as a broker until his retirement in 2005. Chuck...

John Hylka, 83 years old, passed away peacefully surrounded by family in his residence in Florida. He is survived by many loving individuals, including his wife, Patricia, and his daughters JoAnn and Jacquelyn, 4 grandchildren, LeAnn, Allison, Paula, and Jenny, and 3 great grandchildren Maddison, Mason, and John Alan, and his sister MaryAnn. He was predeceased by his parents, John and Agnes, and his daughter, Linda. John served 2 years in the U.S. Marine Corp at Camp Pendleton. He graduated from Joliet Central High School. He retired from Northern Illinois Gas Company after 35 years of service. Funeral Mass will be at Immaculate Conception Church in Morris, Illinois, 600 E. Jackson St., on...

of Clearwater, passed away on 2/14/2022. Survived by cousin, Joann Haynis; and friends, Cynthia Speh, Michael Daniel and family.

Karen Cassani, 78, of Largo, Florida passed away January 28, 2022 at her home. She was born on July 19, 1943 in Joliet, IL to Bernard and Frances Stahl. Karen is survived by her two sons David and Mark Cassani, and cousin Nancy Talaga. She was preceded in death by her husband Joseph Cassani Jr., and son Bernie Cassani. A graveside service at St. Joseph's Cemetery in Joliet, IL will be soon announced. www.ALifeTribute.com

Ljiljana Voulgaris, 82, passed away peacefully on January 24, 2022 in Largo Florida. Ljiljana Voulgaris was born in Yugoslavia on May 27, 1939 to Dusan and Zagorka Grubisich. Ljiljana's family immigrated to the United States of America in 1956, and the family settled down in Lockport, Illinois in the Fairmont neighborhood. Her family attended St. George Serbian Orthodox Church. Lilly married Marcos Voulgaris in 1957 and she lived in the Lockport area for most of her life. Lilly worked for Western Electric and a couple of other companies manufacturing electrical components. She was also as a compassionate caregiver in the Lockport area for many years. Lilly was a very generous person with...

Herbst, John William (Jack), 85, of Sun City Center, Florida passed away Sunday, January 9, 2022. John was born in Joliet, Illinois and additionally, lived in Plainfield and Goose Lake, before relocating to Florida where he lived on Anna Maria Island, Land O'Lakes, and finally, Sun City Center. He served in the United States Marine Corps and played the clarinet in the USMC band. He played for President Eisenhower and performed in numerous parades, including the Rose Bowl parade. He enjoyed a long career with the Northern Illinois Gas Company (NICOR) serving in a variety of positions within the organization. He was one of the original founding members of the CECO beach club in Coal City,...

James Allan Hamrin, 78, of Massillon, Ohio, formerly of Gold Canyon, Arizona and Elgin, Illinois, passed away on December 2, 2021. James was born on August 18, 1943 in Watsonville, California and raised in Joliet, Illinois. After graduating Joliet Township High School in 1961, he attended Joliet Junior College and met his future wife Sharon (Johnson). He graduated from Southern Illinois University (and later earned his master's degree and Indiana State University) and married Sharon in 1965. He began his career as a teacher at Fremd High School that same year. In 1966 they moved to Elgin, Illinois, where Jim became a physical education and driver's education teacher at Elgin High School...

of Clearwater, passed away 10/25/2021. Survived by loving son Richard "Rick"; cousin, Jo Ann Haynis; and friend Cynthia Speh.

Mr. Jerry Raymond Miglorini, 84, of Clover, SC, passed away Saturday, September 18, 2021, preceded by his wife of 54 years, Judith (Judy) Miglorini, just 22 days earlier. A Memorial Mass will be held on October 2, at 10:00 am at All Saints Catholic Church, 530, Highway 274, Lake Wylie, SC. Jerry and Judy will be interred at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery in Illinois at a later date. Mr. Miglorini was born on October 4, 1936 in Joliet, IL to the late Raymond and Peggy Delrose Miglorini. Survivors are his son Michael Miglorini of Crest Hill, IL; daughter Dawn Miglorini-Brya (Michael) of Willowbrook, IL; son Jerrod Miglorini (Deborah) of Homer Glenn, IL; and daughters Melinda Bumber...

Mr. Jerry Raymond Miglorini, 80, of Clover, SC, passed away Saturday, September 18, 2021. A Memorial Mass will be October 2nd at 10:00 am at All Saints Catholic Church, 530, Highway 274, Lake Wylie, SC. A memorial service will be held in Illinois at a later time. Mr. Miglorini was born October 4, 1936 in Joliet, IL to the late Raymond and Peggy Delrose Miglorini. Survivors are his daughters Melinda M. Bumber (Kirk) of Lake Wylie, SC and Dawn Miglorini-Brya (Michael) of Willowbrook, IL; sons Michael Miglorini of Crest Hill, IL and Jerrod Miglorini (Deborah) of Homer Glenn, IL; grandchildren Corey Miglorini, Sabrina Miglorini, Bailey Cook, Keaghen Miglorini, Mia Miglorini, McKena...

Donald D. Jones went home to his savior Jesus Christ on September 10, 2021. We have lost another member of the Greatest Generation. On February 14, 1927 in a farmhouse on the Cimarron River near Kingfisher, Oklahoma, Hugh Jones assisted his wife, Florence (nee Wells) Jones in delivering Don into this life. Don's childhood encountered the Great Depression and the Dust Bowl in Oklahoma. Don assisted his father in the contract combining business for several years, traveling from Texas to North Dakota, before being drafted at 17 years of age into the U.S. Army from the Selective Service office in Lemmon, South Dakota. Don served with the 3rd Army under General George S. Patton including...

Frank Eugene Kuehner, age 86, of Aurora, IL, died on Friday, July 9th, 2021. Son of the late Frank and Josephine (Manfredi) Kuehner, Frank was born on June 16, 1935, in Auburn, IL. He graduated from Joliet Township High School in 1953. A jack of all trades, Frank held many jobs over the years, though he spent the majority of his life as the owner of a wholesale bakery that supplied products to White Hen Pantry stores. During his life one of his favorite hobbies was boxing, and he even won a golden gloves championship when he was younger and put together several boxing shows at Joliet Catholic High School. Frank loved to swim, was an expert skier, a tennis player and ping pong extraordinaire....

Peter Carlyle Frazer Sr., age 63 of Kennesaw, Georgia, died in Atlanta, Georgia April 20, 2021. Peter Carlyle Frazer Sr. was born Detroit, Michigan to David William and Dorothy Theresa nee Costa Frazer on 9/26/1957. He went to school at Joliet. He married Brenda Jean Martin on 11/16/1975 in Joliet. He graduated from Joliet Central High School and Joliet Junior College. He worked as an Electrician for IBEW 176. He was an avid gardener, enjoyed history, enjoyed traveling and visiting and played Chess. Peter Sr. is preceded in death by father David, mother Dorothy and brother Gerald. Peter Sr. is survived by spouse Brenda Frazer: Son Peter (Jennifer) Jr., Daughter Tiffany: Brothers...