Joseph Monyok

Joseph Monyok, 86, of Catlin, passed away at 12:50 PM on Monday, September 24, 2012 at Colonial Manor Nursing Home in Danville. Joseph was born on November 12, 1925 in Westville, the son of Joseph A. and Catherine (Baco) Monyok. He married Glenda Potter on May 7, 1954 in Westville. She survives. He is survived by one son-Jeff (Rita) Monyok of Catlin, IL, one daughter- Lisa (Nicholas) Badart of Elkridge, MD, three grandchildren- Heidi (Andy) Newlin, Darcy (Nick) Sager, George (Annie) Monyok, four great-grandchildren- Pyper and Wyatt Newlin, Quinn and Norah Sager. He was preceded in death by his parents and three sisters- Mary, Helen and Kathryn. Joseph graduated from Westville High School. He served as a waste gunner in the 303rd Bomb Group of the 8th Air Force. Joseph worked at the power plant as a control room operator. He was a member of the Westville American Legion Post #51 and the Masonic Lodge. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, golf, sailing and was a Chicago Cubs fan. A graveside service will be held at Sunset Memorial Park in Danville on Friday, September 28, 2012 at 10:00 AM. There will be no visitation. Sunset Funeral Home and Cremation Center, A Life Celebration Home in Danville is in charge of arrangements. Condolences can be left at www.sunsetfuneralhome.com