Marilyn Kay Hertko Obituary
It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Marilyn Kay Hertko (Joliet, Illinois), who passed away at the age of 73, on May 5, 2026. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
In the hush of twilight, as the stars twinkle in silent homage, we reflect on the legacy Marilyn leaves behind and her impact on the lives of her loved ones. Though Marilyn may no longer walk among us, her spirit lives on in the memories held dear by her family and friends, a guiding light that illuminates their paths in times of darkness.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Delmo Govoni and Dorothy Govoni. She is survived by: her husband Dr. John Hertko; her children, Michael Hertko (Brittany), Michelle Haglund (Johan) and Kevin Hertko; and her grandchildren, Conor Haglund, Mackenzie Haglund, Halle Hertko and Harvey Hertko.
In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate that any donations offered in Marilyn's honor be directed to the Illinois Nurses Association at https://illinoisnurses.com or to As Good as Gold, Golden Retriever Rescue of Illinois at https://www.asgoodasgold.org..
