Jose A. DeLeon 'Tony' 'Hito' Born: September 29, 1962 Entered Into Rest On: February 17, 2017 Passed away on February 17, 2017, at the Joliet Area Community Hospice Home surrounded by his loving family. Survived by his parents Noe and Benita (nee Zamarripa) DeLeon; two brothers Noe Jr. and Ernie (Gina) DeLeon; two sisters Juana (Paul) Hollenbeck and Anna (Miguel) Franchini; also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and countless friends. Preceded in death by his paternal and maternal grandparents. Born and raised in Joliet, IL. and graduated from Joliet East High School. Tony lived in Fort Worth, Texas for the past 30 years. He enjoyed coming home to spend time with his family. He loved his job as a carpenter and in his spare time enjoyed fishing. Tony loved his nieces and nephews and had a nickname for each of them. He always knew how to make people laugh by cracking jokes. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Joliet Area Community Hospice, in Tony''s name would be appreciated. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, February 21, 2017 from 2:00 to 8:00 PM. A Chapel Service will be held on Wednesday at Woodlawn Funeral Home at 11:00 AM. Interment at Woodlawn Memorial Park II (formerlyHills Of Rest Cemetery).