Obituary of Diane Chiletz

Diane M. Chiletz (nee Kovach) On Saturday, November 14, 2015 at the age of 72, a precious soul was called home to rest in the light of the Lord following a courageous battle with cancer and COPD. Diane was born in Cleveland, Ohio. She married Dave W. Chiletz on August 5, 1967 and they spent 32 wonderful years together. Diane and Dave moved from Cleveland to Plymouth, Indiana in 1975 where Diane worked as a kindergarten aid at St. Michael's School. They moved to Shorewood, IL in September of 1984. Diane worked at St. Jude School, St. Francis Academy in the dean's office and at the Shorewood Water Department. She was hired as a records clerk for the Shorewood Police Department where she worked tirelessly for the next 22 years. She loved her job, not only because it allowed her to help people, but also because being around police officers made her feel closer to her brother, who was killed in the line of duty in 1984. She retired this April after a beautiful ceremony at the Shorewood Village Hall reflecting on her phenomenal years of service. Diane was treasurer for the Shorewood COPS Organization since its inception and was a devoted member of Holy Family Church in Shorewood. There she met many friends who became her family. Diane enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and after church dinners with her friends. She loved watching the game show network and playing slots with her husband. Her love of music and life inspired everyone around her. Her beautiful smile will live on in the hearts of everyone who was blessed to know her. She will be greatly missed. She is survived by her loving children; two sons, David Chiletz and Daryl (Dawn) Chiletz and one daughter, Dawn Steczynski (Jason); two granddaughters, Claire Chiletz and Jaiden Chiletz; two grandsons, Tyler and Ryan Steczynski; as well as her precious furry baby Dexter. She is preceded in death by her beloved husband, Dave W. Chiletz; her brother, Patrolman Stephen M. Kovach; and her parents, Stephen and Anna Kovach. Funeral Services for Diane M. Chiletz will be Thursday, November 19, 2015 at 7:00 p.m. at the Fred C. Dames Funeral Home, 3200 Black at Essington Roads, Joliet with Fr. Jack Welch officiating. As it was Diane's request, cremation rites will be accorded following her funeral services. Memorials to the Shorewood Community Organization for the Police of Shorewood (COPS) in her name would be appreciated. Visitation Thursday from 3:00 p.m. until the time of service at 7:00 p.m. For additional information call (815) 741-5500 or visit her Book of Memories at www.fredcdames.com