A member of St. James Catholic Church, Jean was employed at Amerock for 18 years. She enjoyed playing bingo, traveling, and taking care of her family.
Survivors include her son, Michael (Valerie) Gross; grandsons, Timothy Michael and Kevin Patrick Gross; sister, Dorothy Kolnik; and many other nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends.
She was predeceased by her, parents, husband, and eight brothers and sisters.
Funeral service 2 p.m. Wednesday, January 29, at Sunset Funeral Home, 8800 N. Alpine Road, Machesney Park with Father Dean Russell officiating. Visitation 1 p.m. to time of service. Entombment in Sunset Memorial Gardens. Online condolences may be submitted at sunsetfhmemgardens.com