Joann M. Hutten

Joann M. Hutten (nee Ulrick), age 87, passed away at home on Friday, November 6, 2026.

Survived by her children, Michael Hutten, Michelle (William) Kreis, and Patti (Lionel) Salinas; grandchildren, Jonathon Kreis, Bryan (Anna) Kreis, Alyson Kreis, and John Salinas; great grandchildren, Paisley and Olivia Guardiola, Avery Acklin; nephews, Steven (Elizabeth) Ulrick and David Ulrick.

Preceded in death by her parents, Charles Sr. and Ursula Ulrick; brother, Charles (Lorraine) Ulrick Jr.

Joann graduated from Joliet Township High School. She had many passions in her life, she enjoyed Elvis Presley music and followed many tribute artists which lead to lifelong friendships and had quite the collection of Elvis memorabilia. She was a lifelong Cubs fan, loved playing bingo at local events and with her friends, never missed an opportunity to scratch a lottery ticket and trying her luck at video poker and slot machines. Joann was proud to be a 911 dispatcher for the City of Joliet.

The family would like to give special thanks to her dear friend and Doctor Eileen Heffernan and her caregiver Kathy Nemec.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 am on Thursday, November 12, 2026, at Queen of Apostles Catholic Church, 18 Woodlawn Ave, Joliet, IL 60435. Inurnment will follow at Woodlawn Memorial Park II. A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

For more information, please call 815-725-0100 or visit www.farkasfuneralhome.com