Obituaries

Kurtz Memorial Chapel Obituaries

Local obituaries for the Frankfort and New Lenox, IL area

Judith Eileen Carley

Judith Eileen Carley

Nov 14, 2018

Judith Eileen Carley (nee Mortenson) 74, of Frankfort, passed away Wednesday, November 14, 2018 at her home. Judith was born in Chicago to the late George and Laverne (nee Mitchell) Mortenson. Beloved wife of the late King Carley; loving mother of James (Mark Stephens) Hood, Barbara Hood, Cathleen Hood, and Jeffrey Hood; cherished grandmother of Michael (Brooke Boonstra) Hood, Danielle...

Janina "Jean" O'Connor

Janina "Jean" O'Connor

Nov 14, 2018

O’Connor, Janina “Jean” (nee Jankowicz), 81, passed away at her home in Mokena, Nov. 14, 2018. She was proceeded in death by her husband of 54 years, William “Bill” O’Connor in 2012. She is survived is survived by their loving family, daughters: Mary “Mimi” O’Connor, Lori (Rick) Coughlin, Tina (Lee) Sullivan, Kathy (GaryThalacker) Ryl-Kuchar, Debbie Cummings. Grandchildren, David (Leeann) Coughlin,...

John "Jack" Mayer

John "Jack" Mayer

Nov 14, 2018

John “Jack” Mayer 73 of New Lenox passed away Wednesday afternoon with family by his side. Beloved husband of Leslee nee McCutcheon for over 32 years. Loving father of Daniel (Nonik) and the late Joseph Mayer. Dearest brother of Carroll (Mike) Bourrillion, the late Michael (Linda), Mary (Dennis) MacKenzie, and Thomas. Dear brother-in-law of the McCutcheon family. Crazy fun loving...

Louis M. Unger

Louis M. Unger

Nov 14, 2018

Louis M. Unger, age 82 of Tinley Park formerly of Chicago, passed away on Wednesday, November 14, 2016. Loving husband of Renetta (Nawrocki) Unger; beloved father of Robert (Erick) Unger; dearest brother of Fred (Wanda) Unger; dear uncle of Lois Robinson, Laura Gudzinski and Lisa Avery; fond brother-in-law of Barbara Sofos and Virginia McCambridge. Louis was a member of the...

Clarence L. Kranich

Clarence L. Kranich

Nov 13, 2018

CLARENCE L. KRANICH Age 88, of New Lenox, passed away Tuesday, November 13th, 2018 at his home in New Lenox. Clarence is survived by his loving family, children, Laurene Labriola, Christina Walsh, sister, Mary Therese Pienkowski, grandchildren, Tom Steinfatt, Kelli Dionne Smith, Adam Kranich, Nicole Labriola, Tracie Finley, Todd Heveran, Tawny Jacqueline, Kayla Woods, great grandchildren, Ashton Steinfatt, Tori Steinfatt,...

Antonio  "Tony" Taylor

Antonio "Tony" Taylor

Nov 13, 2018

Antonio D. “Tony” Taylor Age 42, a resident of Channahon, passed away unexpectedly on November 13, 2018. He is survived by his dear friends, Chad and Margaret Kollross, and Lily and Jacob Kollross. Also survived by his loving family at Cornerstone-Lauren House in Channahon, and his siblings Charles and Jackie Taylor. Tony was a dedicated employee of Hopewell Services in...

Helen Marie Blomlie

Helen Marie Blomlie

Nov 12, 2018

Helen Marie Blomlie (Nee Danish), passed away peacefully on Nov. 12, 2018 in Gary, IN. Formerly a long-time Tinley Park, IL resident. She is survived by her Loving family: Charles (Barb) Blomlie of Wilmington, IL, Kenneth (Colleen) Blomlie of Lynwood, IL, Larry (Tina) Blomlie of Oak Forest, IL, Kelly Dinkins of Gary, IN, Tracy (Adam) Thompson of Las Vegas, NV,...

Shirley Marie  Camfield

Shirley Marie Camfield

Nov 12, 2018

Camfield, Shirley M., nee Kauer, age 96, passed away Nov. 12, 2018. Beloved wife of the late Frank Camfield, Sr. Devoted mother of Stephanie Healy, Bonnie Hollis, the late Frank (Nancy) Camfield, Jr., John (Debbie) Camfield, Shirley Carlson, and late infant, Debbie. Adoring grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great grandmother to many who were blessed to know her and love her dearly....

Elizabeth Anne Loher

Elizabeth Anne Loher

Nov 11, 2018

Elizabeth Anne Loher Age 80, of Frankfort formerly of Naperville, passed away Sunday, November 11th, 2018 at the Joliet Area Community Hospice House. Elizabeth is survived by her loving family, husband Rudolph Loher; children Cecilia (Michael) Grimson, Brian (Robbin) Loher and Anita (Edward) Lube; grandchildren Samantha, Peter, Stephen, Sandra, Victoria, Sarah, Jen, Elise and Rheana; great grandchildren Kenzie, Cole Michaela...

Kay I. Momsen

Kay I. Momsen

Nov 11, 2018

KAY I. MOMSEN (IRELAND) Age 79, of Orland Park, passed away Sunday, November 11th, 2018 at Sunny Hill Nursing Home in Joliet. Kay is survived by her loving family, children, Ray (Julie Russell) Momsen, Toni (Ken) Jones, Trudi (Mac) McCormick, siblings, Richard (Glenda) White, David (Lori) Ireland, Jim (Cherie) White, grandchildren, Cailey (Colin) Jones, Amy Momsen, Kenny Jones, special niece...

Konstantinos "Gus" Xydis

Konstantinos "Gus" Xydis

Nov 11, 2018

Konstantinos “Gus” Xydis, 73 of New Lenox, formerly of Thana Greece, passed away early Sunday morning November 11th with family at his side. Beloved and devoted father of Alexandra (Yianni) Ganas. Dearest brother and brother –in –law of George, Eleftheria (the late George) Katris, Leo(Angela), Anthoula (Theo) Barlas, Peter (Georgia), Anna (Nick) Bozonelos, Katina (Spiro) Dravilas. Dear son of the...

Kathleen M. Mcgeoghegan-Medley

Kathleen M. Mcgeoghegan-Medley

Nov 10, 2018

Kathleen M. Medley (nee McGeoghegan) 56, of Monee, passed away Saturday, November 10, 2018 at Northwestern Memorial in Chicago. Kathleen was born in Chicago to the late Michael H. and the late Patricia K. (nee Lorigan) McGeoghegan. Loving and devoted mother of Kristine and Kerry; best friend of James Stevenson; she is also survived by many dear friends and family....

Richard "Dicky" S. Shew

Richard "Dicky" S. Shew

Nov 10, 2018

RICHARD "DICKY" S. SHEW Age 72, of Frankfort, passed away Saturday, November 10th, 2018 at Silver Cross Hospital in New Lenox. Richard is survived by his loving family, wife, Beverly Shew (VanVuren), children, Michael (Michele) Shew, Michelle Shew, Jeffery Deichen, Jodi (Michael) Gibson, sisters, Wilma Norman, Patricia (Daryl) Tilley, ten grandchildren, two great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Richard...

Roy Joseph Lorenz

Roy Joseph Lorenz

Nov 10, 2018

Roy Joseph Lorenz 86, of New Lenox formerly of Joliet, passed away Saturday, November 10, 2018 at his home. Roy was born in Joliet to the late Roy H. and Loretta (nee Malandro) Lorenz. Beloved husband of Patricia (nee Dennison); loving father of Steven (Sharon), Mark (Margaret), Roy (DeeDee), Patty (Kurt) Hucek, John (Elizabeth), Joseph, and the late Richard (Jennifer);...

Barbara R. Frenden

Barbara R. Frenden

Nov 9, 2018

BARBARA R. FRENDEN Age 82, passed away Friday, November 9th, 2018 at her home in Orland Park. Barbara is survived by her loving family, husband, John R. Frenden, brother, Donald (Debbie) Curtis, nieces and nephews, Debbie Bronge, Donna Stinson, Dawn Kotecki, David Curtis, great nieces, Lian Curtis and Jennifer Bronge. Barbara was preceded in death by her parents, Milton &...

Robert D. Hughes

Robert D. Hughes

Nov 8, 2018

ROBERT D. HUGHES Age 82, of New Lenox, passed away Thursday, November 8th, 2018 at his home in New Lenox. Bob is survived by his loving family, wife, Donna Hughes (Cassidy), children, Nancy (Robert) LeGrand, Tammy (Steven) Roeder, daughter-in-law, Gayle Hughes, grandchildren, Brendon (Ivory) LeGrand, Nathaniel Roeder, London (Kris) Mertl, Danielle (Francis) Costanzo, Ethan Roeder, Brad Hughes, Kelly Hughes, great...

Richard J. Dejohn

Richard J. Dejohn

Nov 8, 2018

Richard J. DeJohn Age 93, a resident of New Lenox, passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 8, 2018. Beloved husband of Sheila (Faulkner); loving father of Sandra (James) Greenhill, Patrick (Patricia) Dicianni, and Maureen (Michael) Calcaterra; cherished grandfather and great-grandfather of many. Richard was a World War II Navy Veteran. The family will receive friends at Kurtz Memorial Chapel 102...

Josephine H. Alfano

Josephine H. Alfano

Nov 6, 2018

Josephine H. Alfano, age 70, a longtime resident of Frankfort, passed away on Tuesday, November 6, 2018. Loving mother of Robert Parada, Rose Rapka and John Alfano; beloved sister of late Carl "Butch" Serama, late Eddie "Tata" Serama, late Raymond Serama, late Rich Serama, late Rose Wells and Charlene Williamson; beloved grandmother of Lia, Emily, Giovanni, Gabrianna, Gionna, Gia, Kayla...

Claudette S. Lukes

Claudette S. Lukes

Nov 5, 2018

Claudette S. Lukes (nee Van Doorne) 83, of New Lenox, passed away Monday, November 5, 2018 at Maple Glen in Glen Ellyn, IL. Claudette was born in Chicago to the late Rufin and Marie (nee Melliott) Van Doorne. Beloved wife of the late Kenneth E. Lukes; loving mother of Mark (Beverley) Kirby, Susan (Mark) O’Donnell, Renee (Tony) Rodriguez; step mother...

Andrew R. Jurvich

Andrew R. Jurvich

Nov 5, 2018

Andrew R. Jurvich 49, of New Lenox passed away unexpectedly on Monday, November 5, 2018. Andrew was born in Joliet to Mary (nee Durben) and the late Raymond K. Jurvich. Loving father of Samantha Jurvich and Raymond Jurvich; step-son of Debra Jurvich. Services will be private.