Joseph “Joe” Williams
Joseph “Joe” Williams, age 59, of Countryside; beloved husband of Judy; loving father of Joseph Williams, Jr., & Jonathon Williams; cherished son of the late Ray & the late Mickey Williams; dear brother of Willie (Barb) Williams, Sheila (Tim) Bowers, Linda (Mike) Harmon, & the late Russ Williams; uncle, cousin, & friend of many.
Joe married his high school sweetheart, Judy, both from LT High School. He was a proud father of his two twin boys that meant the world to him. Joe worked at Parker Hannifan for 30 years and most recently was an engineer for a waste water treatment facility at West Liberty Foods. He was handy around the house and liked to include his son Jonathon with these projects. Jonathon and Joe especially bonded over current events and technology. Joe loved going to concerts, laying back watching a good movie, and more notably gathering with friends and family for Sunday football. His traditional annual Thanksgiving turkey fry brought special memories with his family and close friends gathered around. His love for his sons was evident in everything he did. Joe spent special moments with his son Joseph in enjoying Joseph’s gift of playing the piano. Quality time was spent in the yard with Joe introducing Joseph to all the outdoor power tool sounds. All of these moments were captured through pictures that Joe himself insisted on capturing “in the moment”. Joe lived life trying to win the lottery. But he won the lottery in the family he built. We are thankful for the lives he touched and the blessings he has given to each of us. We lost a good one much too soon!
Visitation is from 3 p.m. until 9 p.m. with a short service at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, July 13 at Hallowell & James Funeral Home, 1025 W. 55th St., Countryside. The visitation will continue until 9 p.m.
Family & friends will meet for prayers on Friday, July 14 at 9:15 a.m. at the funeral home. Procession will follow to St. Cletus Church, LaGrange for 10 a.m. Mass. Interment private.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Joe’s name to Beethoven’s Buddies (Special Needs) Program at Wheaton College Community School of the Arts (https://www.wheaton.edu/community/csa/lessons/beethovens-buddies-special-needs/) or Ray Graham Association (https://www.raygraham.org/) are deeply appreciated.
Funeral information: (708) 352-6500
Judy, Jonathan, and Joseph-
We were so saddened to hear the news of Joe’s passing. We offer our most sincere condolences on the loss of your husband/father and wish you all peace and healing as you remember him with love despite your sadness.
Fondly,
The Lonergan Family
Kathy, John, and Evan
Judy our thoughts and prayers are with you, Joseph and Jonathan at the loss of Joe. So sorry we cannot be with you in person. Know we are with you in heart, in spirit and in prayer.
Dear Judy, I am terribly sorry to hear the awful news about Joe’s passing. My heartfelt condolences to you, Joseph, and Jonathan for the loss of your husband and their dear father. Sending you strength, support, and love during this difficult time. My prayers are with all of you.
Dear Judy,
I am very sorry for your loss. My condolences to you and your family.
Praying for you and family.
Dennis Brun
Dear Judy,
I’m so saddened to hear of the passing of your husband. It sounds like he was a great man.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your boys and all who loved him.
Sincerely
Maureen Kowalski
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Joe. I worked with Joe at Parker Hannifin for many years and he was a great guy. My condolences to the entire family.
Sincerely
Karen Massie
Judy, I was saddened to hear of the passing of your husband. Thinking of you and your family and hoping you find strength at this difficult time.
Tim Leoschke
Our son Travis participates in music class at Wheaton College with your son Joseph. We are very sad to hear about Joseph’s Dad passing last week. Our heartfelt condolences to you and your family.
Judy,
My condolences to you, Joseph, and Jonathon on the loss of your husband. Joe sounds like family was the most important and treasured part of his life. May you and your sons find solace in knowing that while Joe was on this earth he had the love of his family and friends.
I’m so sorry to hear of Joe’s passing Judy. Keeping you and the boys in my thoughts and prayers.