Seasonal & Holidays
Family Is 'Very Important' To Joliet Dad
Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to shine a light on awesome dads. Joliet, meet Stephen.

JOLIET, IL? Father's Day is the perfect time to give a big thanks to all the dads who put smiles on our faces. Joliet, meet Stephen.
If you know a dad who sends sweet, silly or thoughtful texts your way, you?re pretty lucky. Texts from Dad have a way of putting a smile on our faces ? and this Father?s Day, we?re celebrating the fathers behind the phones!
Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to shine a light on awesome dads and the funny, insightful things they say. This submission comes from Angelica Ball who nominated Stephen of Joliet.
What makes your dad extra special?
My dad is special because he likes spending time with me and my brother. He always plays with us and takes us to special places. Family is very important to him.
Why do you feel your dad deserves the spotlight?
I feel like he deserves the spotlight because he takes on the role of being a mom and dad.
Happy Father?s Day to Stephen, and thank you for all you do!
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