Donald R. Podlesny

"Pods"

Age 87, late of Lockport passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 12, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. A 1955 graduate of Lockport Township High School and received an associate degree from Joliet Junior College. Proud United States Army Veteran. Retired from ComEd in 1992 after 33 years of dedicated service. Member of St. Dennis Church, Lockport, and former member of Lockport Lions Club. He enjoyed bowling, golfing and was an avid sports fan. He especially found great joy in coaching and watching his sons' and grandson Trey's games. Above all else he cherished vacationing and spending time with his family.

Preceded in death by his beloved wife, Phyllis Rae Podlesny (Nee Ward); his infant daughter, Mary Therese; parents, Raymond and Minnie (Nee Buffo) Podlesny; in-laws, John Brookman, Jeannie (Ray) Webster, Michael Mancuso, Tom (Marge) Smith, and Marie Ward.

Survived by his two devoted sons, Tom (Susan) Podlesny, and Tim (Lucy) Podlesny; one loving grandson, Trey Podlesny; two loving step grandchildren, Ryan and Kelsey Hynes; one cherished brother, Jack (Diane) Podlesny; his girlfriend, Jan Ciarlette; in-laws, Shirley Brookman, Lillian Mancuso, Pat Orosco, Carol (Harold) Clark, John Ward, Bob (Kathy) Ward; and numerous nieces, and nephews. In lieu of flowers, please donate to your favorite charity in Don's memory.

Prayers will be held on Saturday, March 15, 2025, in the O'Neil Funeral Home Chapel 1105 E. 9th St. Lockport, IL 60441 at 9:15am proceeding to St. Dennis Church, Lockport for Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00am. Interment will take place at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery on Tuesday, March 18, 2025, with everyone meeting at the cemetery at 11:45am for chapel services that will take place promptly at 12noon. Visitation in the Funeral Home Chapel on Friday, March 14, 2025, from 4:00pm until 8:00pm.