Michael J. "Mike" Jans

Michael J. "Mike" Jans obituary, Joliet, IL

Michael J. "Mike" Jans

Michael Jans Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Fred C. Dames Funeral Home and Crematory - Joliet Chapel on Apr. 17, 2024.

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Obituary of Michael J. Jans
Michael Joseph Jans, age 67, of Lockport, passed away Monday, April 15, 2024 at Edward Hospital, following a courageous battle with mesothelioma.
Born January 22, 1957 in Berwyn, IL, he was the son of the late George and Ethel (Newman) Jans, and was a graduate of Komensky Grade School and attended Morton West and Caldwell High Schools. Mike worked as a machinist, general contractor and maintenance supervisor for many years.Mike was a loving and devoted husband, father and papa who was not afraid to share his opinion and loved sharing his knowledge with others. He lived to play golf and was extremely proud of the hole-in-one he made in 2019. He also loved baseball, especially the Chicago Cubs, music and dancing, reminiscing about things past and present, Italian food, Oreos, and making friends wherever he went. He also dearly loved his two cats
He will be remembered for his loud and larger than life personality, and his passion for keeping up with family, friends and classmates through Facebook. His efforts organizing class reunions were always appreciated.
Surviving are his beloved wife of 38 years, Deborah K. (Grillo) Jans; two loving daughters, Nicole (Joshua) Martin of Morris, and Rebecca (Jason Hodys) Jans of Wilmington; three adoring grandchildren, Liam Martin, Emilia Hodys and Wyatt Hodys; and his dear sister, Margaret Govea of Braidwood.
A Memorial Gathering for Michael Jans will be held Saturday, April 27, 2024 from 1:00 p.m., until the time of services at 5:00 p.m., at the Fred C. Dames Funeral Home, 3200 Black Road, Joliet, IL 60431. Cremation rites have been accorded and interment will be private.
For more information, please call (815) 741-5500 or visit his Memorial Tribute at www.fredcdames.com where you may share a memory or leave an online condolence.

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John Kellmann

July 9, 2024

I just found out the sad news of Michael's passing. Had the pleasure of playing baseball with and knowing Michael for many years. I was fortunate to speak to him in February and he was his usual outgoing jovial self. Even with his diagnosis he spoke so fondly of all of the good things that happened in his life. Loved his family dearly and the world will never be the same without his energy. Rest in peace my friend.

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