William J. Vasquez

William J. Vasquez

Age 75, of Lockport passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 18, 2026. Born and raised in Chicago and a resident of Lockport since 2017. Bill was a dedicated truck driver for many years. A proud United States Vietnam Army Veteran. An avid fisherman, had a great passion for music, appreciated classic movies and old tv shows, In his younger years he was a hobby photographer.

Preceded in death by his father, Joseph Oscar Vasquez; his mother, Marietta (nee O’Brien) Barbour; and two brothers, Joseph and Richard Vasquez.

Survived by his two devoted children, Justin (Katie Tollard) Vasquez, and Jessica (late Noah) Kask; two cherished grandsons who where his whole world, Tyler and Lincoln Vasquez; one brother, Jimmy Vasquez; two sisters, Maureen (Peter) Lanza, and Linda (Wayne) French; and many nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, memorials to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital or ASPCA in William’ s name would be greatly appreciated.

Cremation Rites have been respectfully addressed.

Memorial will be visitation will be held on Thursday, October 29, 2026, in the O’Neil Funeral Home Chapel 1105 E. 9th St. Lockport, IL 60441 from 10:00am until memorial service at 12noon. Inurnment following service at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery with Full Military Honors at 1:30pm.