Obituaries

Kurtz Memorial Chapel Obituaries

Local obituaries for the Frankfort and New Lenox, IL area

Mrs. Dorothy M. Hawksworth

Mrs. Dorothy M. Hawksworth

Dec 20, 2016

Dorothy M. Hawksworth (nee Gnaster) Age 80, of Mokena, passed away on Tuesday, December 20, 2016. Beloved wife of Paul Hawksworth; loving mother of David (Susan) Hawksworth, Suzette Diaz, Michael (Kelly) Hawksworth, and Jim (Brenda) Hawksworth; cherished grandmother of Michelle Hawksworth, Megan Hawksworth, Isabel Diaz, Carly Hawksworth, Abby Hawksworth, Marissa Diaz, Jimmy Hawksworth, and Paul Hawksworth. She was preceded in...

Bernard "Buddy" J. Matlage

Bernard "Buddy" J. Matlage

Dec 19, 2016

Bernard "Buddy" J. Matlage Age 63, of Joliet formerly of Alsip, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Monday, December 19, 2016 at his home. Loving husband of Patti Jo (nee Fouts) Matlage; beloved father of Ryan (Cassie Jurgensen) Matlage and William (Kelsy Cupp) Matlage; dearest brother of Kenneth (Pat) Gavril and Susan (Tom) Giali; proud grandfather of...

Sidney Robert "Bob" Drew

Sidney Robert "Bob" Drew

Dec 18, 2016

Sidney Robert "Bob" Drew Peggy (Alpers) Drew lost her husband. A man she's been married to for 49 years. A man who she loved and cared for, in sickness and in health. Brooke (Drew) Bradshaw and Heather (Drew) Ochs lost a father. A man who taught them how to use tools and gave them a whacky sense of humor. Grandchildren,...

Donna B. German

Donna B. German

Dec 16, 2016

Donna B. German (nee Lane) Age 75, a resident of Channahon, passed away on Friday, December 16, 2016. Beloved wife of the late John E. German; loving mother of Robby German, Terina (Dale) Hasselbring, and Tracey (Kenneth) Norman; cherished grandmother of 7 and great-grandmother of 3; dear sister of Vernita Simmons, Anita (Dean) Chatfield, and Thomas Lane; also survived by...

Mrs. Jodi L. Johnson

Mrs. Jodi L. Johnson

Dec 15, 2016

Jodi L. Johnson (nee Kolmodin) Age 58, a resident of Romeoville, formerly of Lockport, passed away on Thursday, December 15, 2016; beloved wife of Terry Johnson; loving mother of Trent, Dana, and Ryan Johnson; dear sister of Jill (Bill) Kramer, Jeff (Teresa) Kolmodin, Mark (Robin) Kolmodin, Sally (Jeff) Baerman, and Heidi (Dan) Berta; also survived by her beloved dogs. She...

Christian F. Zigman

Christian F. Zigman

Dec 15, 2016

Christian F. Zigman, age 78, army veteran, passed away on Dec. 15, 2016. Beloved husband of Lorie nee Sakalauskas; loving father of Michelle (Ted) Moyle and Todd (Bridget) Zigman; devoted grandfather of Kelsey Moyle, and Michael Brandmire. Dear brother of Robert Zigman and Edward (Dottie) Zigman, Uncle of Cori, Eric, Darren and Kevin, "Grandpa" of devoted dogs Febe and Hunter....

Mr. Thomas R. Turner

Mr. Thomas R. Turner

Dec 14, 2016

Thomas R. Turner Age 69, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, December 14th, 2016. Beloved husband and best friend of 45 years to Mary (nee Zapatka); loving brother of Nancy Vargo; fond brother-in-law of Patricia Austin, Barbara Mellon, Kathleen (Michael) Neely, and Edward (Alberta) Zapatka; also survived by numerous loving nieces and nephews and his beloved pets Piper and Riley. He...

Elzeer D. Dupuis Langlois

Elzeer D. Dupuis Langlois

Dec 14, 2016

ELZEER DELIA DUPUIS LANGLOIS Age 98, of New Lenox, formerly of Lockport, passed away December 14th, 2016 at Silver Cross Hospital in New Lenox. Elzeer is survived by her loving family, children, Therese (Gene) Phillips, Barbara (Jeff) Jennings, Arlette Morris, Madelin Hurley, daughter-in-law, Kay Langlois, siblings, Joanne (Wayne) Dressler, Teresa (James) Johnson, Lorraine McNulty, sister-in-law, Eileen Dupuis, 17 grandchildren, 23...

Steven Craig Miller

Steven Craig Miller

Dec 14, 2016

Steven Craig Miller Age 59, of New Lenox formerly of Alton, passed away suddenly on December 14, 2016. Loving husband of Joyce Albi; beloved father of Grace and Joy Miller; dearest son of Bonnie (Bartlett) and the late William Miller; fond brother of Kerry (Terry) Miller, Jacki (Michael Nelson) Miller and Rory (Lori) Miller and cherished uncle to several nieces...

Timothy J. Connolly

Timothy J. Connolly

Dec 14, 2016

Timothy J. Connolly Age 69, of New Lenox, passed away Wednesday, December 14, 2016 at his home. Tim was born in Chicago to Elizabeth (nee Hoffman) and the late John A. Connolly. Beloved husband of Michelle L. (nee Mulligan); loving father of Michael J. (Tina) Connolly, Daniel T. (Sandy) Connolly and Lynn (Olaf) Knopp; cherished grandfather of Michael, Dominic, Jack,...

Edward A. Chekytis

Edward A. Chekytis

Dec 13, 2016

Edward A. Chekytis, age 52, a resident of Oak Lawn, IL., passed away on Tuesday, December 13, 2016. Loving brother of Susan Atkins; dear friend of Veronica and Joseph Cosentino and his Com-Ed family. Ed enjoyed Off Track Betting and golfing. Funeral services private.

Michael L. Lindsey

Michael L. Lindsey

Dec 12, 2016

Michael L. Lindsey Age 66 of Mokena, passed away on Monday, December 12, 2016. Michael was born in Hamilton, OH to the late Leland G. and Fannie N. (Turner) Lindsey. Loving father of Susan (Dave) O'Donnell, Michelle (Shannon) Lindsey. Cherished grandfather to Anthony, Ashley, Gillian, Lauren, and Mackenzie. Dear brother to Phillip Lindsey and the late Connie Woo. Fond uncle...

Patricia F. Rudzinski

Patricia F. Rudzinski

Dec 11, 2016

Patricia F. Rudzinski Patricia F. Rudzinski, 70 of Posen, Illinois passed away on Sunday, December 11, 2016 after a long battle with cancer. Patty was born on November 15, 1946 in Chicago, Illinois. Patty was a graduate of Chicago Vocational High School (CVS) in Chicago, Illinois. She retired from American General Finance after over 30 years of service. She was...

John M. Cantone

John M. Cantone

Dec 10, 2016

JOHN M. CANTONE Age 62 of Manhattan, passed away on Saturday, December 10th 2016 at Christ Hospital in Oak Lawn. John is survived by his loving family, wife, Laura Cantone (Ingersoll), mother, Dolores Cantone (Kagel), children, Cathie (Kevin) Richter, John Cantone, Gina (Philip) Speroff, siblings, Rick Cantone, Lisa Cantone, several nieces, nephews and a grandchild on the way. John was...

Anna G Wenzler

Anna G Wenzler

Dec 8, 2016

ANNA G. WENZLER (YAGER) Age 95, passed away Thursday, December 8th, 2016 at Sunny Hill Nursing Home in Joliet. Anna is survived by her loving family, children, Daniel (Joyce DePauw) Wenzler Sr., Joanne (James) Watts, son-in-law, Dan Mitchell, grandchildren, Daniel (Kristin) Wenzler Jr., Allison (Peter) Ackroyd, James Watts, Patrick Watts, Christopher (Megan Larson) Watts, Timothy Watts, Matthew Watts, Jason Mitchell,...

John P. Mcgraw,  Ed.D.

John P. Mcgraw, Ed.D.

Dec 8, 2016

John P. McGraw, Ed.D. 75, of New Lenox, passed away Thursday, December 08, 2016 at his home. John was born in St. Paul, MN to the late Frank P. and Margaret E. (nee Leiendecker) McGraw. Beloved husband of Maureen A. Dunne-McGraw; loving father of Kelly (Mike) Carroll, Patrick (Janice) Farritor, Tim (Tracy) Ferriter; Jack (Liz) Farritor, Bridget (Aaron) Davis, Caitlin...

Mr. Robert B. Bayr

Mr. Robert B. Bayr

Dec 8, 2016

Robert B. Bayr Age 77, resident of Frankfort, formerly of Sycamore, and South Holland, IL., passed away on Thursday, December 8, 2016. Beloved husband of Lois (nee Danan); loving father of Laura (Dean) Slager and the late Michael Bayr; cherished grandfather of Sara and Ethan Slager; dear brother of Lorraine (late George) Kempel. He was preceded in death by his...

Mr. Richard J. Iori

Mr. Richard J. Iori

Dec 7, 2016

Richard J. Iori Age 78, a resident of Calumet City, passed away December 7, 2016. Loving father of Stephen (Audra) Iori; cherished grandfather of Adam Iori; dear brother of Thomas (Theresa) Iori, and the late John Iori. Richard was a member of Laborers Local 75. The family will receive friends at Kurtz Memorial Chapel, 102 E. Francis Rd., New Lenox,...

Mr. Devaughn A. Miller

Mr. Devaughn A. Miller

Dec 6, 2016

DeVaughn A. Miller Age 88, passed away December 6, 2016. Beloved husband of Jacqueline (nee Vogt); loving father of Deborah (Steven) Wahlert, late Kyle (Lorraine Helferich), Pamela (Ronald) Schultz, Doak (Peggy) Miller, DeVaughn "Chip" (Karen) Miller, and Cary (Lori) Miller; also survived by numerous loving grandchildren and great-grandchildren. DeVaughn was preceded in death by his parents and siblings. He was...

Virginia M Johnson

Virginia M Johnson

Dec 5, 2016

VIRGINIA M. JOHNSON (RUTAN) Age 87, passed away December 5th, 2016 at Smith Crossing in Orland Park. Virginia is survived by her loving family, daughters, Karen (Dennis) Herrle, Peggy Driscoll, special niece, Pam (Jeff) Winterfeldt, siblings, Joan Daly, Don Rutan, grandchildren, Megan (Brett) O'Daniell, Laura (William) Edwards, great niece, Emily Winterfeldt, great grandchildren, Owen O'Daniell and Nicholas Edwards. Virginia was...