Joseph F. Augustine, age 94 departed his earthly journey on February 15, 2025, at his home in Benton, IL. Joe was born on January 31, 1931, to Frank and Josephine (Sweda) Augustine. Beloved husband of the late Theresa (Radetski) for 58 years. Loving father of Shirley (James) Arch, David (the late Brenda), Eugene and the late Ronald (MaryEllen) Augustine. Dear grandfather of 8, Matthew (Adrianna) Arch, Melissa (engaged to Stanley Komperda) Olson, Michael (Jennifer) Arch, Dr. Michelle (Brian) Kusel, JoEllen (Josh) Mau, Adam (Bethany) Augustine, Brianne (Scott) Mann, and Catherine (David) Traverski. Great grandfather of 15, Patrick, Kaylin, Alexis, Gabriella, Andrew, Joseph, Nicholas, Logan, Eli, Connor, Evelyn, Kinsley, Talia, Hannah and Wilder.

Visitation Friday from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Hursen Funeral Home & Crematory, SW corner of Roosevelt & Mannheim Roads, Hillside. Prayers Saturday at 9:00 a.m. from the funeral home to Queen of All Nations Parish, St. Domitilla Church, Hillside. Mass 10:00 a.m. Entombment Christ the King Mausoleum, Queen of Heaven Cemetery, Hillside.

Funeral information 1-800-562-0082