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Rose Walker Obituary
Rose M. Walker (nee Skroko), age 97, and a lifelong resident of Joliet, passed away peacefully, Tuesday, January 9, 2018 at home, surrounded by her loving family.
Born December 3, 1920 in Joliet, she was one of ten children born to Peter and Mary(nee Minarich) Skroko. She was a graduate of St. John the Baptist Grade School and Joliet Township High School, Class of 1939. She was proud of working for American Can Company during the war, but most proud of her life as a wife, homemaker, mother, and grandmother.
Surviving are her devoted children, Suzanne (John) Trusty of Joliet, Rollin (Kathryn) Walker of Land O' Lakes, FL, Lawrence (the late Roxanne) Walker of Joliet, Rosemary (Bruce) Darin of Joliet, and Patricia (Paul) Mackey of Joliet; 13 grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Rollin Andrew Walker (April 23, 1997); her parents; and nine brothers and sisters.
The family would like to thank her caregivers, Jan, Maria and Debbie, and Joliet Area Community Hospice for their care and compassion.
Funeral services for Rose Walker will be held Friday, January 12, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 404 N. Hickory Street, Joliet. Interment will be in St. Mary Nativity Cemetery. Visitation will be held FRIDAY MORNING, from 9:30 to 11:00 a.m. at the church.
In lieu of flowers, memorials in her name to Joliet Area Community Hospice would be appreciated.
Fred C. Dames Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. For more information, please call (815)741-5500 or visit her Memorial Tribute at www.fredcdames.com
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Diane Pejkovich
January 11, 2018
Dear Patty, Paul, Kelly and Nolan,
Our heartfelt sympathy to you all. Rose was a beautiful, funny and kind person and whenever we saw her she had a big smile. She is smiling down on all of you from Heaven now. May your wonderful memories give you comfort at such a difficult time and may God Bless you all. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Mark and Diane Pejkovich
January 11, 2018
I am very sorry to have heard that Rose passed away but I know she was surrounded by all of the love she shared with so many during her long and blessed life. Her family, who have been devoted to her over these many years, are truly a tribute to the wonderful life she had and the spirit and the love she shared. She was always more concerned about others than herself. I was so fortunate to have had the opportunity to get to know her and her entire family and so enjoyed our visits when she shared her stories and her wonderful outlook on life. She will be truly missed by many whose sadness can be lifted by sharing many fond memories.
With my deepest condolences, my thoughts and prayers are with your whole family at this difficult time.
Kathleen
Rita Benson
January 11, 2018
I am so sad to hear about the passing of Aunt Rose. We should all be so blessed to live such a long, happy and healthy life. I have so many wonderful memories of her and Uncle Rollie, so many great stories, happy times, and, of course, those delicious cakes! She will be truly missed.
With our condolences,
Rita, Mark, Caprina, Cami and Ambria
Leann (Vollmer)
January 11, 2018
Sue & family,
So sorry about your Mom. I remember her well from St. John's.
January 10, 2018
We are sad at our dear aunt Rose passing on and sorry we can't attend the mass. Our brother Art passed on Dec. 27 at age 96 here in Florida. Marilu and i had a nice visit with her at the Joe Parish wake. Joe, Bill and Marilu Birsa
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