Al Hentsch

Al Hentsch
77, of Joliet, passed away peacefully,Tuesday, October 6, 2015 at Presence St. Joseph Medical Center, Joliet, with friends and family at his side. Al was born in Blue Island to the late Albert and Dorothy (Wachter) Hentsch. Survived by his best friend, daughter and caregiver, Al-Lynne "Peep" Russell, his wife Barbara (nee Kennedy); and a daughter Robyn Hentsch; step-children John Pastore and Kellie Pastore; five grand children; four step-grand children; five great-grandchildren. Loyal companions "Sammie" and Spike. A host of cousins, including; Gary (Brenda) Shuska and family of Bloomington, IL, Mary (Steve) Metz and family of Joliet, Dear friends; Dave Eicholtzer, The Veermans, The Kelly's, Bob Horkey, Timmy Delrose, Frank from Zobels, Geri and Iggy Shatz with their "homemade treat" every Saturday; and his morning caregiver Alysha Welch. "Peep" would like to give a special thanks to all the fireman and friends for all your support; Al was Charter Member of International Association of Firefighters Local #3775 East Joliet Fire Department. He served 27 years with East Joliet, retiring in 2002 as Captain. He also retired from the Pasco County New Port Richey, FL Fire Department. Al was a mentor to many area Firefighters. He was a member of Teamsters Local #179, Ingalls Park AC, Joliet Moose Lodge #300 and Moran AC, Joliet. He was an avid 12" softball player, Lionel Train collector, Blackhawk, Sox and NASCAR fan and loved his Sundays at St. Joes Park; Al was well known for his pin striping of vehicles with his signature "spider" trademark. In lieu of flowers, donations to his daughter to offset unexpected expenses would be appreciated. Family will receive friends at Kurtz Memorial Chapel, 102 E. Francis Rd. New Lenox, IL 60451 on Tuesday, October 13, 2015 from 3–8PM. Funeral Service Wednesday, October 14, 2014 at 11:00AM in the funeral home chapel. Interment Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery, Elwood. For info. (815)485-3200 or www.kurtzmemorialchapel.com