Obituary of George Michael Radakovich Jr.

George Michael Radakovich, Jr. Age, 73. At rest Sunday, September 25, 2016 at Presence St. Joseph Medical Center surrounded by his loving family. Born on June 17, 1943 in Joliet, IL to George and Donna (nee Bolanovich) Radakovich. He enjoyed cooking, watching the Fighting Illini, was an avid Cubs fan and also enjoyed trivia and doing crossword puzzles. Graduate of Joliet Township High School, class of 1961 and the University of Illinois, Class of 1966. While at University of Illinois he was a member of the Marching Illini and Phi Gamma Delta Fraternity. Reservist in the United States Army for six years. Currently the building manager/owner of Prairie Point Medical Offices and former owner of Radakovich Beverage Co., Joliet, IL. Survived by his loving wife of 43 years, Nancy L. (nee Zobel) Radakovich; cherished daughter, Karen (Tony) Madsen; devoted sister, Janet (Frank) Huss; son-in-law of Bob and Marge Zobel; sister-in-law of Vicki (Michael) Archambeault; uncle of Scott (Dawn) Huss, Melanie Trizna and Jeff (Andrea) Archambeault; great uncle of Alexis, Nicole and Lauren Huss, Mitchell Kulaga and Abby Trizna; also survived by many special cousins and his two canine companions, Mimzy and Boo. Preceded in death by his parents. Funeral Services for George Michael Radakovich will be Friday, September 30, 2016. Friends and relatives are asked to meet at St. Sava Serbian Orthodox Church, 3457 Black Rd, Joliet, IL for service at 10:00 a.m. Interment Woodlawn Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorials in his name to Make A Wish Foundation or University of Illinois Scholarship Fund would be appreciated. Visitation Thursday from 2-8 p.m. For further information, please call 815-741-5500 or visit his Memorial Tribute at www.fredcdames.com.