It is with great sadness that the family of Joseph John Stachniak announces his passing on Wednesday, February 21, 2018, at the age of 88 years. Joe was born on March 23rd, 1929 in Chicago, IL. A graduate of the University of Illinois, he enjoyed a 40-year long career as a dentist in Oak Brook, IL. He is survived by his four children and 5 grandchildren and preceded in death by his wife Mary Anne. He was an avid gardener, scuba-diver and marathoner. Services will be held on March 1, 2018, with calling hours beginning at 9:30am at St. John of the Cross Catholic Church, 5005 S. Wolf Rd., Western Springs, IL 60558. Mass will follow at 11:15am. Interment Resurrection Cemetery, Justice, IL. Memorial donations in memory of Joe can be made to the Habitat for Humanity. Condolences may be sent to Mary Weiler 135 Preston Rd., Columbus, OH, 43209. For more information 630-941-5860 or visit www.chapelhillgardenswestfuneralhome.com