Stacey Lynn Stofko, 45

Stacey Lynn Stofko, age 45, a resident of Joliet, IL, passed away on April 6, 2024 at Ascension St Joseph Medical Center in Joliet, IL. She was born on April 5, 1979 in Joliet, IL.

Stacey is survived by her best friend and life partner, John Tyson; her loving son, Andrew “AJ” Tyson; her father, Mark Stofko; her brothers, Matthew Stofko and Nicholas (Tracy) Stofko; her nieces, Brooklynn and Alexis, B. and Fern; John’s parents, Robert and Mary Tyson and his sister, Sarah (Brad) Block; as well as many aunts, uncles, cousins and countless great friends.
She was preceded in death by her mother, Shirley Stofko, and her brother, Mark Allen Stofko.

Stacey grew up in Plainfield and was a graduate of Plainfield High School, Class of 1997. She enjoyed being a member of the theatre groups and was in productions throughout high school and college. She earned her bachelor’s degree in environmental health from Illinois State University in 2009. Stacey enjoyed a career as a substitute teacher in the Troy School District for many years.

A dedicated member of Plainfield Emergency Management Agency for 17 years, Stacey was also a graduate of the Plainfield Citizen’s Police and Fire Academy. She was a member and trainer with the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) and a certified CPR instructor.

Growing up and being involved in Girl Scouts Stacey was thrilled when AJ joined the Cub Scouts. This allowed her to volunteer and become a Cub Scout Leader with Troop 256 and see her son learn the same valuable life lessons she did.
Stacey loved her cats and turtles, a good cup of coffee, making jewelry, and reading the works of Edgar Allen Poe and Stephen King. Above all she loved her family and friends. She will be deeply missed by those who knew her. P.S. Second cousins rule!

For those who would like to leave a lasting tribute to Stacey’s life, memorial donations may be directed to either the American Cancer Society or Neurofibromatosis Midwest.

Visitation will be Thursday, April 11, 3:00-8:00 PM at the Overman-Jones Funeral Home & Cremation Services, corner of Routes 30 & 59, Plainfield. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, April 12, 11:00 AM at St. Mary Immaculate Catholic Church, 15629 S. Route 59, Plainfield. Interment will follow at Plainfield Township Cemetery. For information please visit www.overman-jones.com