Dolores R. Yakaitis

Dolores Yakaitis
January 9, 1933 – October 20, 2026

Dolores Yakaitis, 93, passed away peacefully at home on October 20, 2026. A loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, Dolores brought warmth, laughter, and a spirit of celebration to those around her. 

Dolores was the beloved wife of the late John Yakaitis and the devoted mother of Debra Ouimet (Edward), Diane Yakaitis, Doreen Van de Water, and Dawn Mostacci (Michael) .She was the cherished grandmother of Blake Gabriel (Amy), Bryan Hildebrand (Becky), Brett Hildebrand (Crystal), Edward Ouimet, Travis Van de Water (Anna), John Ouimet, Tracy Van de Water, Trevor Van de Water (Rachel), Trenton Van de Water, Tayler Mostacci, and Connor Mostacci. She was a loving great-grandmother to 10. 

The daughter of Carl and Anne Oliverio, Dolores was the dear sister of the late Catherine Reynolds (Thomas), the late Rosemary Maloney, the late Joseph Oliverio (Jay) and Agnes Pace (Joe). 

Dolores loved a good party and any opportunity to gather with family and friends. She enjoyed playing cards, with bridge holding a special place in her heart, as well as a good game of dominoes. Whether playing games, sharing a laugh, or enjoying a celebration with a gin martini, she treasured the company of the people she loved. 

A friend to many and loved by all, Dolores leaves behind a lifetime of wonderful memories. Her love, laughter, and joy for life will remain in the hearts of her family and friends.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, October 31, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at Notre Dame Church, 64 Norfolk Avenue, Clarendon Hills, IL 60514, followed by a Funeral Mass at 11:00 a.m. Entombment will follow at Queen of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Dolores’ name to Angels Grace Hospice Angels Grace Hospice Donate or Mayslake Village Retirement Mayslake Donate. For more information call The Sourek Funeral Home at 708-652-6661.