James "Ox" Krolak's obituary , Passed away on September 17, 2025 in Spring Valley, Illinois

James "Ox" Krolak

December 25, 1946 - September 17, 2025 (78 years old)

Spring Valley, Illinois

James "Ox" Krolak's obituary , Passed away on September 17, 2025 in Spring Valley, Illinois

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Barto Funeral Homes Ltd

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James "Ox" Krolak

December 25, 1946 - September 17, 2025 (78 years old)

Spring Valley, Illinois

James Krolak Obituary

We are sad to announce that on September 17, 2025, at the age of 78, James Krolak of Spring Valley, Illinois passed away. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of James Krolak to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Vince Krolak and Esther Krolak (Sobin); his wife Sue; his daughter Michelle "Shelly" Krolak; Kevin Borg.

He is survived by: his daughter Janelle Marks; his grandchildren, Amanda Marks, Nick and Lexi Borg; his sisters, Lynn Johnston (Bob) and Ann Lach (Mike); and his son Bill. He is also survived by nieces, nephews, and close friends.

Memorial donations may be directed to the family and a guestbook may be signed and memories shared by visiting bartofh.com.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Barto Funeral Homes Ltd



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Sep 21

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St. Bede Abbey Church
24 W US Hwy 6, Peru, IL 61354

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Sep 22

Visitation

Barto Funeral Home
120 W Cleveland St, Spring Valley, IL 61362

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Sep 22

Funeral service

Barto Funeral Home
120 W Cleveland St, Spring Valley, IL 61362

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