Jose G "Joe" Islas's obituary , Passed away on October 22, 2026 in Beecher, Illinois

Jose G "Joe" Islas

May 23, 1929 - October 22, 2026 (97 years old)

Beecher, Illinois

Jose G "Joe" Islas's obituary , Passed away on October 22, 2026 in Beecher, Illinois

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Jose G "Joe" Islas

May 23, 1929 - October 22, 2026 (97 years old)

Beecher, Illinois

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Jose G Islas Obituary

The passing of Jose G Islas in Beecher, Illinois occurred on October 22, 2026. Jose, born on May 23, 1929, is remembered by those who knew him. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Jose G Islas to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his father Jose Guajardo (Hermina Islas); his former wife Enriqueta Guajardo; his parent Hermina; his wife Marilyn; his daughter Bonnie Kowalski; and his siblings, Rogelio, Lucita, Lazaro, Maria Elena, Guadalupe and Belia.

He is survived by: his children, Maria Trevino (late Thomas), Jose Guajardo III (late Marianela), Rodolfo Guajardo (Kathy), Diana Vasquez (David), Ruben Guajardo (Maritoni), Javier Guajardo (Landa), Blanca Guajardo, Carol Braun, Marilyn Islas and Melinda Islas. He is also survived by his children, his 21 grandchildren, 38 great-grandchildren, and 12 great-great-grandchildren.

A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, November 21st 2026 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM at the Christian Hills Church (9001 W 159th St, Orland Hills, IL 60487). A memorial service will be held on Saturday, November 21st 2026 at 2:00 PM at the same location.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Jensen Memorial Chapel



Sat

Nov 21

Celebration of life

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Christian Hills Church
9001 W 159th St, Orland Hills, IL 60487

Sat

Nov 21

Memorial service

2:00 PM

Christian Hills Church
9001 W 159th St, Orland Hills, IL 60487

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