Elizabeth E Glapa

Elizabeth E. Glapa, age 66, of Joliet, Illinois, passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 14, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Elizabeth is survived by her devoted husband of 26 years, Gary J. Glapa; her beloved children, Valerie (Keenan) Smith, Steven (Sarah) Matanich, Amy Ivey, Erin (Will) Olson, Bradley (Justine) Glapa, and Gary (Haley) Glapa; her cherished grandchildren, Cesar, Cassandra, Tori, Cole, Sebastian, Paige, Dillon, Noah, Miles, Anna Claire, Cain, James, Kalib and Kailee. Last but not least, her adored great-grandchildren: Carter, Hudson, Sebastian, Gianna, Finn and Amelia. She is also survived by her siblings, Arthur Albert and Cathy Younglove, along with many proud nieces and nephews, and her dear dog, Walter.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Arthur and Velma Albert, her African Gray bird proudly named Tequilla, and her precious dogs, Lucy and Allie.

Elizabeth was a proud wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She found joy in simple things, like the sunny days in her yard, gardening with her husband, crocheting cozy blankets for her family and friends, and singing karaoke with her grandkids. She will forever be remembered by her grandkids for her famous performance of Roxanne. Which she would still laugh about until her last days. She was a strong determined woman, spoke her mind, enjoyed the little things and loved her family dearly. She worked for many years as a beautician, where she met lifelong friends, and then transitioned into a dispatcher for a local trucking company where she met the love her life, Gary. She will be deeply missed and forever remembered as Big Liz, not for her stature, but for the love and happiness she brought to all that knew her.

Visitation will take place on Friday, February 20, 2026, from 2:00p.m. to 8:00 p.m. with a chapel services beginning at 6:00p.m. at Skyline Funeral Home and Memorial Park, 24800 S. Governors Hwy., Monee, Illinois. Pastor Randy Roberts officiating. For additional information, place contact Skyline Funeral Home at 708-534-8256.