Joseph Leonard Eli

It is with a heavy heart to announce Joey Eli, age 26, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, September 2nd, 2024. He was born September 21st, 1997 to Colleen Sattler and Cory Eli. Joe was a once in a lifetime kinda man. One of the ones you wish could physically live forever. Those who he blessed his presence with, will be relentlessly touched by his kind old soul. Joe always put others before himself. He was there for a shoulder to cry on, a man with advice of any nature, buddy to always lend a helping hand and a profoundly admired family member. Joe enjoyed the little things in life, like finding humor in every word he spoke, a simple airy night around the fire; surrounded by friends and family (with a side of his quick witty attitude) or brightening your day with one of his famous story telling jokes. With dedication and a lot of scars to prove it, (with a few teachers along the way) he emerged into an ingenious mechanic always willing to help without hesitation. He cared so deeply for his family and friends that became his blood... He found his inner tranquility with the outdoors. Whether that was fishing, hiking, boating, going to the range, riding his Harley Davidson, camping or going for a cruise in the truck on some backcountry roads. Being in the wilderness was one of his sanities of life itself. Joe has gifted us with a treasure chest full of memories. His body may not be present any longer, but his spirit and love will forever be walking by our sides, his strong sound of laughter ringing in our ears. His strength, to help us get up when our knees buckle and those jokes (that only Joe could tell right) bring pain to your stomach from laughter. Joe’s time on this earth has made a lasting impression across the nation, to so many souls... This isn’t goodbye my friend, but only I’ll see you later... He is survived by his parents: Colleen Sattler & Cory Eli. Siblings: Krystal Sattler with soon to be nephew Remyngton. & Megan Merritt & Mary Eli. Dogs: Moonshines Lady Killer Tala & Kita. Grandparents: Leonard Sattler, Ron & Spence Eli. Great Aunts & Uncles: Jill Hodkivitz, Tommy & Kathy Sattler, Billy & Rita Sattler, Jimmy & Cathie Sattler. Aunts & Uncles: Maureen & Leonard Anelli, Carrie Cannon, Kathleen & Rodney Wolfe, Nicole and Mike Timm (Eli Family) Best Friends: Bradley & Kaylynn, Ethan & Hattilyn, Ryan & Danielle, Hunter Wagner & Dylan Bukowski. Cousins: Samuel, Kaityln, Jakob, Kristofer, Brody, Regina, Chloee, Michela, Nico, Bradley & Annabelle, Amanda, Arianna, Alexandria Timm (Eli Family) As well as the entire Neenah NAPA Family and Community. He is preceded in death by his Great Grandparents: Leonard and Eileen Sattler; Great Aunt: Kathleen Sattler.; Grandmothers: Diana Sattler & Vicky Gordon (Eli Family); Second Father: Karl Maki We ask you to join the family for Visitation from 8am-12pm on Saturday 21st, 2024 at River Woods Funeral Chapels, 205 S. River Road. Des Plaines IL, 60016 with interment to follow immediately after at All Saints Cemetery at 700 N River Road. Des Plaines, IL 60016. Prayer spoken by Father Dominic Clemente of St. Edwards Catholic Church. Those who desire to accompany him in the journey to the afterlife may do so. Memorial condolences and donations may be made to The Sattler Family, 40503 N Fairview Street. Antioch IL, 60002 A Gathering for a Celebration Of Life will be held in Neenah, WI sometime in October, 2024. Further details will be announced at a later date.

Joseph Leonard Eli

September 21, 1997 - September 2, 2024