Obituaries

Kurtz Memorial Chapel Obituaries

Local obituaries for the Frankfort and New Lenox, IL area

David S. Kowalski

David S. Kowalski

April 1, 2016

David S. Kowalski 77 formerly of the Lemont/Lockport area, passed away Friday, April 1, 2016 in Momence, IL. David was born in Joliet to the late William and Evalon (nee Spencer) Kowalski. Loving father of David (April) Kowalski and Todd (Cathy) Kowalski; cherished grandfather of Jacob, Seth, and Kassandra; great grandfather of Heather; dear brother of Lloyd (Geraldine) Kowalski, Geraldine...

Diane V. Stohlquist

Diane V. Stohlquist

March 30, 2016

DIANE V. STOHLQUIST (TUCKER) Age 74, of New Lenox, passed away on Wednesday, March 30th, 2016 at her home in New Lenox. Diane is survived by her loving family, husband, Ralph A. Stohlquist, children, Eric (Sabine) Stohlquist, Cheryl (Steve) Couch, brother, Cal (Kathy) Tucker, grandchildren, Derek Vickers, Drew (Alysha) Vickers, Amanda (Eric) Pole and Neil Vickers. Diane was preceded in...

Mr. Ronald M. Wnek

Mr. Ronald M. Wnek

March 28, 2016

Ronald M. Wnek, age 63 of Plainfield, IL formerly of Chicago, passed away on Monday, March 28, 2016. Beloved husband of Patricia Wnek nee Banaszewski; loving father of Kristin (Tim Wiencek) Wnek and Victoria (Kenneth Bush) Wnek; dear brother of Matthew (Christine) Wnek; also surivived by numerous loving nieces, nephews, and cousins. The family will receive friends at Goodale Memorial...

Karin L. Bartels

Karin L. Bartels

March 27, 2016

Karin L. Bartels, age 68 of Hamilton, Ohio formerly of Tinley Park and Lockport, passed away on Sunday, March 27, 2016. Loving mother of David (Melissa) Bartels, Kristin (Lowell Staggs) Bartels and Jonathan (Sara) Bartels; beloved sister of MaryAnn (Rev. Paul) Bengtson; dearest grandmother of Luke, Grace, Andrew, Adam, Logan and Benjamin; cherished aunt of Amy Bengtson and Hildy (Steve)...

Stephen "Steve" J. Solava

Stephen "Steve" J. Solava

March 27, 2016

Solava, Stephen J. "Steve" Korean Conflict Army Veteran, age 85, at rest March 27, 2016. Beloved husband and best friend of over 60 years of Gloria (nee Brown); loving Dad of David (Dorene), Thomas (Joyce) and the late Mark (Gail); cherished grandpa of Alyssa, Rachel, Erin, Sarah, Jill and Skyler; great-grandpa of Kaylee, Karter, Noah and Evelyn; dear brother of...

Edward J. Pius

Edward J. Pius

March 26, 2016

EDWARD J. PIUS Age 100, of Lockport passed away Saturday, March 26, 2016 at Presence St. Joseph Medical Center in Joliet. Edward is survived by his loving family, son, Jerry Pius, seven grandchildren and many great grandchildren. Edward was preceded in death by his parents, John & Sofie Pius (Gara), first wife, Inez Pius (DeToffel), second wife, Audry Pius (Unger),...

Mr. Roy Friske

Mr. Roy Friske

March 26, 2016

Roy E. Friske Age, 88, resident of New Lenox, passed away on Saturday, March 26, 2016. Beloved husband of the late Carol Friske (nee Wirth); dear cousin of Francis (Vivian) Murphy; and numerous loving nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents George W. Friske and Madeline (nee Murphy), his brother George W. Jr., his sister Audrie...

Mr. Steven Toth

Mr. Steven Toth

March 26, 2016

Steven Toth Age 84, son of the late Steve and Gizella Toth. Beloved husband of 62 years to Irene (nee Darnay) of Frankfort, formerly of Riverdale and Burnside, went to be with the Lord on March 26, 2016. Loving father of Cynthia (James) Stetins, Steven (Amber) Toth, and Kenneth Toth; cherished grandfather of James Stetins, Matthew Stetins, Nick Stetins, and...

Edwin G. Greenwald

Edwin G. Greenwald

March 24, 2016

EDWIN G. GREENWALD Age 87, of Frankfort, Formerly of Chicago, passed away on Thursday, March 24th, 2016. Beloved husband of the late Georgia M. nee Bruning; loving father of Deborah M. (George) Laskowski and Edwin A. Greenwald; cherished grandfather of Bryson Greenwald and Lynda (Joseph Tujo) Laskowski; and great-grandfather of George Tujo; dear brother of Linda (Jeff) Rees; and brother-in...

Leroy A. Skinkis

Leroy A. Skinkis

March 24, 2016

LEROY A. SKINKIS Age 72, of Frankfort, passed away on Thursday, March 24th, 2016 at the Joliet Area Community Hospice House in Joliet. Leroy is survived by his loving family, wife, Mary Skinkis (Zarnecki) children, Shari Skinkis, Matthew Skinkis, siblings, Robert (Mary Ann) Skinkis, Sandra Soden, Cynthia Melton, Ann Marie (David) Balderas, sister-in-law, Kathy Skinkis and several nieces and nephews....

Rhonda A. Kubas

Rhonda A. Kubas

March 23, 2016

RHONDA A. KUBAS Age 50, of New Lenox, passed away on Wednesday, March 23rd, 2016 Silver Cross Hospital in New Lenox. Rhonda is survived by her loving family, father, Ronald Kubas, siblings, Margaret (Eric) Larson, Dawn (Mike) Spizzirri, Robert (Jeannine) Kubas, Tina (James) Miletich, nieces and nephews, Eric, Morgan, Caroline, Kevin, Michael, Zachary, Alexia, Antonia, Anasofia, Vivian and Camron. Rhonda...

Ramona I. Green

Ramona I. Green

March 21, 2016

RAMONA I. GREEN (DYKER) Age 86, of Richton Park, passed away on Monday, March 21st, 2016 at St. James Hospital in Chicago Heights. Ramona is survived by her loving family, husband, Stanley Green, daughters, Diane (Kevin Shalkiewicz) Green, Pamela (James) Kowalski, Susan (James) Corbett, grandchildren, Amanda Shalkiewicz, Emily Kowalski, Michael Kowalski, Hayley Corbett, Thomas Corbett and Brian Green. Ramona was...

Fred Schinkowski

Fred Schinkowski

March 20, 2016

Fred Schinkowski Age 64 of Winfield formerly of Frankfort passed away on Sunday, March 20, 2016. Loving father of Beth (Ryan) Lange, Andrew Schinkowski and Erin (Michael) Pine; beloved son of the late Orville and Gladys (nee Seemann) Schinkowski; dearest brother of Rita (late Terry) Larson; cherished grandfather of Evie and Nora Pine; dearest uncle of Todd (Chris) Larson. Fred...

Therese F. Vaughn

Therese F. Vaughn

March 19, 2016

Therese F. Vaughn (nee Doucet) Age, 81 of Elwood formerly of Chicago, passed away on Saturday, March 19, 2016. Loving wife of the late Edward Vaughn Sr.; beloved mother of Edward "Duke" (Herminia) Vaughn Jr., Michael (Jodie) Vaughn, Mary (Larry) Combs and Brian (Cathy) Vaughn; dear daughter of the late Gerard and late Deneige (nee Ayotte) Doucet Sr.; dearest sister...

Tina R. Spina

Tina R. Spina

March 18, 2016

Tina R. Spina Age 88 of Frankfort, IL formerly of Far Rockaway NY and Wayne NJ. Loving mother of Judi (Paul) Dandrea, John Giannasca, and Tom (Sharon) Giannasca; cherished grandmother of 9 and great-grandmother of 7; dear sister of Gaspar, Peter, Robert Spina, and Jean Orlando. Tina was preceded in death by Lynda Koske (daughter). Family will receive friends at...

Patricia A Anderson

Patricia A Anderson

March 18, 2016

PATRICIA A. ANDERSON (McALPIN) Age 63, of New Lenox, passed away on Friday, March 18th, 2016 at Northwestern Memorial Hospital in Chicago. Patricia is survived by her loving family, husband, Ross Anderson, children, Carolyn Anderson, Brian (Shannon) Anderson, grandson, Patrick Anderson, siblings, Molly (Jim) Fredin, Julie Wilmoth, Tim (Carolyn) McAlpin, Kathy (Jay) Johnson, Terry (Bob) Grossmayer, many nieces, nephews and...

Terrence L. "Terry" Burns,  Sr.

Terrence L. "Terry" Burns, Sr.

March 18, 2016

Terrence L. "Terry" Burns Sr. 69, of New Lenox, passed away Friday, March 18, 2016 in Arizona. Terry was born in Joliet to the late Edmund A. and Rita C. (nee O'Neill) Burns. Beloved husband of Margaret L. (nee Harbit); loving father of Terrence Jr. (Julisa), David (Emily) and Stephen; cherished grandfather of Oscar, Evan, Taylor, Ella and Jack; dear...

David M. Sullivan

David M. Sullivan

March 16, 2016

David M. Sullivan 45, of New Lenox, formerly of Orland Park and Oak Lawn, passed away Wednesday, March 16, 2016. Loving husband of Tiffany; beloved father of Aidan and Ava; dearest son of Daniel E. and the late Lois Sullivan; cherished brother of Kathy Sullivan, the late Danny Sullivan, Patti (Karl) Schmider, Sharon Sullivan and Joe(Angela) Sullivan. He is also...

Mr. Jack C. Wilson,  Sr.

Mr. Jack C. Wilson, Sr.

March 15, 2016

Jack C. Wilson Sr. 86, of Lockport, IL passed away on Tuesday, March 15, 2016. Loving father of Thomas Wilson, Deborah (Mark) Thompson, Douglas (Kathleen) Wilson, and Jeanine (Mark) Dodge; cherished grandfather of 8, great-grandfather of 14, and great-great grandfather of 1. Jack was preceded in death by his wife Arlene Wilson; parents Clinton and Mae Wilson; son Jack C....

Blivian Simmons

Blivian Simmons

March 15, 2016

Blivian Simmons (nee Partin) Age 90 of New Lenox passed away on Tuesday, March 15, 2016. Loving wife of the late Donald Simmons; beloved mother of Johnny (Okki) Meeker, JoAnn Lazzarotto and Gary (Cathy) Simmons; dearest daughter of the late Ralph and Edna (nee Brownfield) Partin; fond sister of the late Kenneth Partin and Leota Lancaster; cherished grandmother of Johnathon...