Obituary of Roy Allen Fronek
Roy Allen Fronek, passed away peacefully, at the age of 68, on Wednesday, July 26, 2023, at Lightways Hospice. Roy was born on August 26, 1954, the son of the late Frederick and Delores (nee McMillin) Fronek. Born and raised in Joliet, he was a graduate of Joliet West High School and has been a Teamsters Local 179 Truck Driver for 15 dedicated years. Roy was also a member of the Joliet Moose Lodge 300 and the Raven’s Club.
A very handy man, Roy could fix anything. He was very mechanical and was always keeping busy in his garage working on a project. He had a big heart and was always there in anyone’s time of need. He enjoyed being outdoors with a fishing rod in his hand, working on cars, and watching the Chicago Black Hawks and Cubs. He will be missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing and loving him.
Roy is survived by his loving wife of 18 years, Laura A. (nee Jones) Fronek; his daughter, Sarah (Brian) Roberts; grandson, Jack Roberts; siblings, Susan Fronek and Fred (Brenda) Fronek; brother-in-law, Leonard Rochnowski; and sister-in-law, Judi Fronek and in-laws Richard (Dawn) Arambasich, Karen (David) Studer and Jeffrey (Rhonda Krasselt) Jones. He is also survived by a daughter, Brittany Huston; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.
He is preceded by his parents; three brothers, David, Bruce, and Roger Fronek; and one sister, Sandra Rochnowski.
The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to Angie Pileggi, Dave and Diane Zuelke, Rick Johns, Brian Covney, Lynn Trella, Judy Harskey, Joliet Fire Department, as well as CC, Maggie, Keith, Guy, and Ray at Lightways Hospice, for all of your support and assistance.
Visitation for Roy Allen Fronek will be held on Sunday, July 30, 2023, at the Fred C. Dames Funeral Home, 3200 Black Rd. (at Essington Rd.), Joliet, IL, from 2:00 p.m. until the time of Funeral Service at 4:00 p.m. As it was his request, cremation rites will be accorded following the services.
The family requests that no flowers or plants be sent and that all in attendance please wear their favorite sports attire.
For more information please call 815-741-5500 or visit his Memorial Tribute at www.fredcdames.com where you can share a favorite memory or leave an online condolence.
