Joanne M. Krejca

Joanne Marie Krejca, 81, of Kankakee, passed away Sunday, June 25, 2023, at Riverside Medical Center. She was born March 20, 1942, in Blue Island, the daughter of Henry and Anne (Andrich) Kluever. Joanne grew up in Chicago. She was the Owner and Operator of three bars, Lady J’s in Manteno, Silver Dollar in Ashkum, and BC Bar & Grill in Kankakee. Joanne had many loyal customers and friends from her years owning the bars. She recently worked at Jewel in the meat market. She also was involved in charitable events for the holidays and children over the years. Joanne loved watching the hummingbirds, feeding ducks and geese, and living on the river. She was a fan of NASCAR and, in her later years, enjoyed water sports, especially water skiing. She is survived by her three children, Jeff Krejca of Michigan, Ed (Donna Walker) Krejca of Peotone, and Scott Krejca of Frankfort; a sister, Linda Kluever of Napels; a sister-in-law, Mary Kluever of Monee; three grandchildren, Ryan Bisping, Nick Krejca, and Cassidy Krejca; as well as many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Joanne is preceded in death by her parents; a son, Michael Krejca, who passed September 4, 1993; and a brother, Marty Kluever. Visitation will be held Thursday, June 29, 2023, from noon until the funeral service at 2pm with Rev. Tom Ewing, officiating. Burial will immediately follow at Aroma Park Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the wishes of the family.