Joanne Schimka Obituary
The passing of Joanne Schimka of Des Plaines, Illinois leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on October 29, 2025 at the age of 85. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Joanne Schimka to show support.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Clem Juenger and Ethel Juenger; her husband Ronald Sr.; her daughter Deborah Cook (Raymond); and her sisters, Marcy and Carol.
She is survived by: her sons, Ronald Jr., Daniel (Sheila), Thomas and John (Mary Pat); her grandchildren, Neil, Natalie (Tracy), Kaile (Cindel), Jordan, Taylor (Dan), Chandler (Joey), Dylan, Meghan, Maddie, Krystina, Kyle (Nikki), Jessica (Bill), Sarah, Noelle and Alex; her great grandchildren, Sophia, Scarlett, Leona, Henry, William, Collins, Joey, Kylie, McKenzie, Alex Jr., Shane and Olivia; and her brothers, Mike (Ellen), Dave (Paulette) and Bob (Nance).
Visitation will be held on Friday, November 7th 2025 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the G. L. Hills Funeral Home, Ltd. (745 Graceland Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60016). A funeral service will be held on Friday, November 7th 2025 at 12:00 PM at the same location.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Oakton Animal Hospital, email protected, or an animal shelter of your choice.
 
                                                             
                         
                             
                         
                         
                         
                     
                         
                        