Joanne Casey 66 (nee Wortmann) of Algonquin, IL passed away on July 13, 2026 after a long illness. Born in New Jersey, she was a graduate of Archbishop Walsh High School and Seton Hall University School of Nursing. As a registered nurse, she served pediatric patients with love and care in both New Jersey and Illinois for 40 years.
Known for her heart of gold, compassion, and love of talking, Joanne never met a stranger and made friends from all walks of life. She always offered an ear and a helping hand to anyone in need. Her crafting skills, gift-wrapping prowess, and decor and outfits for every holiday were just a few of her trademarks. Her grandchildren cherish memories of making crafts and chocolate chip coffee cake with her. She loved to travel abroad and enjoyed frequent trips to Dallas, Key West and the Jersey shore to see family and friends.
More than anything, Joanne loved her family. Her children and grandchildren were her heart and greatest joy. She is survived by her beloved husband of 40 years, Chris Casey, three children, Jennifer Kamper and her husband Bobby, Christopher Casey and Tommy Casey, two grandchildren, Grayson and Everleigh Kamper and her grand pups, Rx, Mack, Miller and Ernie. She leaves behind her siblings, Carol Wortmann, Robert Wortmann and his wife Cindy, Karen Hersh, and Susan Iossa and many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. She was predeceased by her parents, Joan and Frederick Wortmann and brother-in-law, James Hersh.
Visitation will be on Wednesday, July 15, 2026 from 5-8pm at DeFiore Funeral Home-10763 Dundee Road, HUntley, IL. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 10am at St. Mary Catholic Church-10307 Dundee Road, Huntley. There will be a visitation at Church from 9am until the time of the 10am Mass.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Joanne’s memory to Blood Cancer United’s Light the Night (Morris) Team Michael’s Braves. Mail to: Blood Cancer United, 14 Commerce Dr #301, Cranford, NJ 07016 or online at http://bit.ly/BCUJC
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Rest in peace, dear cousin. Our times together were always special. You truly will be missed. Our love and condolences to the family.
We lost you way too soon, Joanne. So many wonderful memories over 50+ years of sisterhood. May God hold you in peace until we are all in His House together. Lord, please comfort Chris, Jenn, Christopher, Tommy, Grayson and Everleigh whom she loved so dearly. Amen.
My heart is so heavy right now . I will miss our long, wonderful conversations with you about everything! I will miss seeing all the creative, wonderful crafts and decorations you made for the kids, grandkids, and home. You had a gift. Almost 30 years of friendship and I am so blessed to have had you for one of my best friends! Rest in peace angel! Love you Joanne! 🙏🙏♥️
I still see Joanne as the little 5 year old I first met as my next door neighbor. Condolences to her family and friends. May she rest in peace. XOXO
Sincerest condolences 💐 It was our honor share time with Joanne and Chris in Key West , we will cherish those memories forever.
Please accept my heartfelt condolences during this difficult time. Please know your family is in my thoughts. Wishing you comfort, strength and peace in the days ahead.
My deepest condolences to the Casey and Wortmann families.
Isaiah 66:13
I.H.M, Walsh. SHU, we had alot of great times, many laughs, tons of stories , and too many wonderful memories to count. Rest in Peace, Joanne. Much love and condolences to Chris and family.
We were so sad to learn of Joanne’s passing. Even though it’s been many years since we were last in touch, we will always remember the good times we had when we lived in CA. We know Joanne to be a beautiful, fun-loving, caring, generous, hard-working, and family-oriented woman. We hope the memories she created with you, Chris, and her children and grandchildren, family and friends, will sustain all of you. With prayers, love and heartfelt sympathy, Joanie and Fred Parham
We are so sorry for your loss! 🙏🙏
Joanne! We miss you more than we can say. Our lives are better because you were there. You are going to be missed so much! We are happy you are finally free ❤️ We love you so much!
My sweet cousin Joanne, Your heart of gold with your smile as bright will be with me forever. Rest in peace.Until we meet again.My Love and Condolences to your family.
Heaven got another angel my heart goes out to you Chris Jenn Chris Tommy
Chris, so sorry for your loss, words are inadequate. May you find peace and comfort in memories of a wonderful woman. 🙏
Joanne was an inspiration to her family and friends. She always had a smile, a caring and loving nature, an inspiration to us all. She is now resting in the arms of angels.
Chris I am deeply saddened to hear about the passing of your wife. My thoughts and deepest sympathies are with you and your family during this difficult time