Joseph L Rategan 88, of Peace Memorial Village, Palos Park, IL. passed away peacefully on March 8, 2019. He is survived by his beloved wife of 60 years, Arlene (nee Baur), children Lawrence (Kathleen), Mary (Randy) Davids, Patricia Ciccola, Margaret (Jeffrey) Hunt, and Daniel (Jacqueline). He was the proud grandfather of 16 and the delighted great-grandfather of one. Memorial Service to be held at a later date.