Elmwood Funeral Chapel & Crematory

Visitation Information

Joseph S. Wujek

Passed away on May 22, 2026

Joseph S. Wujek, age 82, late of the East Side passed away on May 22, 2026. Beloved husband of Mary Baker Sladek Wujek. Loving father of Alan J. (Suzi) Wujek, Alexander Wujek, Shari (Tim) Brne, Stella Wujek, Kathy (Dan) DeCero, Kimberly (Philip) Filipos, and Jennifer (Jeffrey) Lange. Devoted Grandfather of Alan II Wujek, Austin Wujek, Arriana Sullivan, Nicole Wujek, Gianna Lange, Elizabeth Lange, JP Lange, Tyler Berne, Brett Berne, Kate DeCero, and Danny DeCero. Cherished great grandfather of many.  Dearest brother of late Vince Wujek, late Ray (Joyce) Wujek, and the late Rita (George) Gallagher Wujek. Joseph is also survived by many nieces, nephews, and friends. Retired 42 year yardman employee for the railroad industry. Joe was a JAG for the Sons of AMVETS. Joe was the kindest, loving and most generous man. He loved people and parties, gambling, playing poker, pool and his Cutty.

Visitation Sunday, May 31, 2026, from 2-7. Funeral Monday, June 1, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. from the Elmwood Chapel 11200 S. Ewing Ave. Chicago, IL to St. John the Baptist Church-Whiting, IN.
Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 a.m. Interment. Holy Cross Cemetery. 773-731-2749. For more information 773-731-2749.

Funeral

Prayers at Elmwood Chapel
Monday, June 1, 2026 - 9:00 am

Funeral Mass:
St. John the Baptist Church
1849 Lincoln Ave.
Whiting, Indiana 46394
Monday, June 1, 2026 - 10:00 am

Interment:
Holy Cross Cemetery
801 Michigan City Road
Calumet City, Illinois

Visitation Location

East Side
11200 S. Ewing Ave
Chicago, IL 60617
(773) 731-2749

Map

Visitation Information

Sunday, May 31, 2026 - 2:00 pm until 7:00 pm

Condolences
"Joe was the kind of person who made people feel loved just by being around him. He had a generous heart, a caring spirit, and a way of helping others without ever expecting anything in return. He gave freely of his time, his kindness, and his love, and that is something none of us will ever forget. Joe was family in every way that mattered. He always showed up for the people he loved, offered support when it was needed most, and made life brighter with his warmth and compassion. So many people were lucky to know him, and even luckier to be loved by him. Although our hearts are heavy with loss, we can find comfort in the memories he leaves behind — the laughter, the conversations, the generosity, and the countless ways he touched the lives of others. His legacy is not only in what he did, but in how he made people feel: loved, cared for, welcomed, and important. Joe will be deeply missed, forever loved, and always remembered. May we all honor him by carrying forward the kindness, love, and generosity he showed each of us every day of his life. Rest in peace -we love you!! 💕🙏🏻"
- Shari, Tim, Tyler and Brett
May 26, 2026 5:23 pm
"Sorry for your loss prayers for your family."
- Audrey Skiba
May 27, 2026 1:56 pm
"My sincere sympathies going out to the Wujek family. I met Joe when I started playing bocce ball at Who Cares. He was a very nice man with a great personality. May he rest in eternal peace."
- Rosanna Zicca
May 31, 2026 8:02 am
Candles Lit
"You were the BEST father in law. I will keep all the loving memeries of you very close to my heart. You were truely an all around AMAZING person and I will miss you more than words can say. ❤️"
- Suzi Wujek
May 27, 2026 9:45 am