Michael Papesh Obituary
In loving memory of Michael Papesh of Joliet, Illinois, who departed this world on May 29, 2024 at the age of 66. Michael leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Joseph Papesh and Arlyn Papesh (Kohlhagen); his grandparents, Wilbur and Arlene Kohlhagen; his uncles, Frank Suski and Jim Kohlhagen; and his friends, Thomas Reed, Larry Pavlich and Mickey Vargocko.
He is survived by: his cousin Craig; his fiancé Jeri Mutchler; his daughter Lauryn Johns (Thomas); his grandsons, Easton, Walker and Cole; his brothers, Pat Papesh (Karen), Dave Papesh (Barb Zaino) and Tony Papesh (Cheryl); his aunts, Donis Suski and Pat Kohlhagen; his uncle John Kohlhagen (Joann); and his nieces and nephews, Kelly Whitehead (Devin), Kristin Steinke (Brett), Sheila Paulino (Phil) and Daniel Royer.
