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Michael Partekel Obituary

Partekel, Michael J.

Michael J. "Mike" Partekel, age 64, U.S. Army veteran, resident of Joliet, IL, formerly of Chicago, IL, passed away unexpectedly surrounded by his family on Saturday, March 22, 2025. He was born on February 13, 1961, in Chicago.

Arrangements by Overman-Jones Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 15219 Joliet Rd. (Corner of Rt. 30 and Rt. 59), Plainfield, IL 60544.

For service times and a complete obituary, please visit www.overman-jones.com or call (815) 436-9221 for more information.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Mar. 27, 2025.

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