Obituaries

Kurtz Memorial Chapel Obituaries

Local obituaries for the Frankfort and New Lenox, IL area

Lillian A. Moraitis

Lillian A. Moraitis

August 5, 2024

Lillian A. Moraitis (nee Sarno)

Age 76 of Joliet passed away Monday, August 5, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Lillian was born in Chicago, IL to the late Henry and Frances (nee Punicki) Sarno. Beloved wife of the late John T. Moraitis; loving mother of Philip (Leanne) Wargowsky and Maria (Angelo) Della Ragione; cherished grandmother of Katherine and Ella Wargowsky,...

Michael J. Papak

Michael J. Papak

August 3, 2024

Michael J. Papak, age 69, passed away on Saturday, August 3, 2024 at Silver Cross Hospital in New Lenox. 

He is survived by his loving siblings, Patricia (George) Kettering, Robert (Lisa) Papak, and William (Daisy) Papak; nieces and nephews, Robert (Wendy) Kettering, Susan (David) Murray, Michelle Kettering, Emily Papak, Evan Papak, Keith (Anna) Pryen, Alex Papak, and Miranda (Anthony) Lipuma; and...

Carroll M. Smith

Carroll M. Smith

August 2, 2024

Smith, Carroll Marshall, 92 of Park Forest, IL since 1966 passed away on Aug. 2, 2024. Husband of 67 years to Ruth Smith (nee Laidig). Father of Lesle (Brian) Wolfe, Lisa (Gary) Heu, Carroll Alan (Laura) Smith, Philip Andrew (Angela) Smith, Jay Alexander (Dawn) Smith. Grandfather of Jennifer Heu, Steve (Jackie) D’Onofrio, Jeremy (Mary) Orbe, Jason (Felicia) Orbe, Linnea (Luka)...

Lawrence R. Rudman

Lawrence R. Rudman

August 2, 2024

Lawrence R. Rudman, age 92, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 2, 2024 at The Cottages in New Lenox.

Lawrence is survived by his beloved wife of 62 years, Celeste (nee Blaskievich) Rudman; sons, Steven (Michelle) Rudman and Matthew Rudman; grandchildren, Ethan, Madelyn, and Mary Kathryn Rudman; his sister Sharon Kocenko; his nieces, Pamela Kocenko, Kris (late Glenn) North, and Breeze...

Ann C. Ziolkowski

Ann C. Ziolkowski

August 1, 2024

Ann Catherine Wientczak Ziolkowski, passed away peacefully, with her two daughters and their husbands holding her hands August 1, 2024. She truly died of a broken heart, losing the love of her life Ron, just a month ago. Ann was born in Chicago, Illinois August 8, 1947 to Hyacinth Barbara Fruth and Stanley Anthony Wientczak. She was first generation to...

Cecilia Ann Wingate

Cecilia Ann Wingate

July 31, 2024

Cecilia A. Wingate (nee Wellman)

Age 96, passed away peacefully, at home Wednesday, July 31, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Born October 28, 1927, in Neola, Iowa. She was the daughter of Ben and Mary (nee Winneke) Wellman. Cecilia was a member of St. Jude Catholic Church CCW, St. Jude School Parent’s Club, Providence Catholic High School Parent’s Club, and...

Donald A. Taylor

Donald A. Taylor

July 30, 2024

Donald A. Taylor 77, of Orland Park formerly Palos Park IL. was born in Los Angeles California to the late Martin and Anne Taylor and passed away July 30, 2024. Beloved life partner of Joy Blanco; dear brother of Linda Spillone, Richard Taylor, and Ronald Taylor; fond uncle of many nieces and nephews; proud kitty cat dad of "Annie" his...

Andrew J. Coates

Andrew J. Coates

July 29, 2024

ANDREW J. COATES

Age 86, of Frankfort passed away Monday, July 29th, 2024 at his home in Frankfort. 

Andrew is survived by his loving family, wife, Barbara Coates (Blay), children, Michael (Jennifer Drazan) Coates, Melody (Robert) Hartnell, grandchildren Bryan (Val) Hartnell, Jeremy Coates, Amanda Hartnell, Matthew (Bre) Coates, Marissa Coates, great grandchildren, Ethan, Madison, McKayla, Kyrs, Devyn, Stephan, Mason, Gracee, Daxon, Harper,...

Eugene A. Ciardullo

Eugene A. Ciardullo

July 28, 2024

Eugene A. Ciardullo, 81, passed away peacefully at home on July 28, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. Gene was born on October 29, 1942, to the late Eugene and Mary Ciardullo; beloved son-in-law of the late Richard and Rose Hunt; loving brother of the late Mary Ann (Richard) Nielsen, fond brother-in-law of the late Geraldine (John) Muchna, Richard (Katy)...

Lou Ann Putts

Lou Ann Putts

July 28, 2024

Lou Ann Putts (nee McDonald)

Age 94, of New Lenox, passed away Sunday, July 28, 2024. Beloved wife of the late Charles H. Putts; loving mother of Pam (John) Stephens, Michael (Sharon) Putts, Tom (Denise) Putts and the late Tim Putts; cherished grandmother of Tammy (Keith) Wright, Michael (Kristy) Putts, Nicki (Shaun) Mojzis, Michelle (John) Smith, Kelly Rivera, and Mandy (Max)...

Paula T. Stumpe

Paula T. Stumpe

July 26, 2024

PAULA T. STUMPE (STUBITSCH)

Age 66, of Elwood passed away Friday, July 26th, 2024 at her home in Elwood. 

Paula is survived by her loving family, husband, James Stumpe, mother, Therese Stubitsch (Zangri), children, Chrissa & Sean Flannery, Courtney & Brian Doyle, Alicia & Jason Kieffer, Morgan & Jim Ellis, grandchildren, Maeve, Grace, Jack, Natalie, Mia, Vivienne, Jude, Leo, Mary, Camilla, Francesca,...

Sylvia Margaret Stack

Sylvia Margaret Stack

July 25, 2024

Sylvia Margaret Stack (nee Welenc)

Age 96, of New Lenox formerly of Chicago, was born into eternity on July 25, 2024. Treasured wife Joseph Stack (deceased 2017) for 70 years; loving mother Daniel (Kim) Stack (both deceased), Susan Newman, Diane (Donald) Daum, Robert (Ranee) Stack, Barbara Ferry and Larry (Lynn) Stack; Sylvia is also survived by 8 grandchildren (one deceased), 8...

Daryl A. Howard

Daryl A. Howard

July 23, 2024

Daryl A. Howard

June 11, 1958 - July 23, 2024

Daryl A. Howard, passed away peacefully on Tuesday morning July 23th surrounded by his beloved family at Light ways Hospice. He leaves behind a legacy of hard work, love, and selflessness that will be cherished by all who knew him. Daryl will be deeply missed by his surviving wife Kimberly Howard along...

Roger L. Corp

Roger L. Corp

July 22, 2024

ROGER L. CORP

Age 82, of Frankfort passed away Monday, July 22nd, 2024 at Silver Cross Hospital in New Lenox. 

Roger is survived by his loving family, sons, John (Delaila) Corp, Timothy (Jennifer) Corp, former daughter in-law, Kristina (Glen) Drafke, sister, Connie (James) Lennert, grandchildren, Daniah Corp, Jordan (Justice) Corp, Justin (fiancé Niki Curatti) Corp, Alexi Corp, Gabrielle Corp and nieces, Deborah...

Erwin J. Fritz

Erwin J. Fritz

July 20, 2024

ERWIN J. FRITZ

Age 83, of Camdenton MO passed away Saturday, July 20th, 2024 at his home. 

Erwin is survived by his loving family, wife, Marla Fritz (Miotti), children, Steve Fritz, Megan (Daniel Thorne) Fritz, siblings, Violet Denton and Faye Stuckey. 

Erwin was preceded in death by his parents, Ernest & Frances Fritz (Rittinger) and siblings Robert Fritz and Alice Radtke.

Erwin was a...

Raymond T. Kucynski Jr.

Raymond T. Kucynski Jr.

July 18, 2024

RAYMOND T. KUCYNSKI JR.

Age 76, of Frankfort passed away Wednesday, July 17th, 2024 at Meadowbrook Manor in Naperville. 

Raymond is survived by his loving family, daughter, Michelle (Darrel) Jennings, sister, Diane (Jack) Tieman and proud uncle to many nieces and nephews. 

Raymond was preceded in death by his parents, Raymond & Bernice Kucynski Sr. (Norkiewicz) and wife Judith Kucynski (Kolodziej).

Raymond was a...

Evonne E. Fedak

Evonne E. Fedak

July 17, 2024

EVONNE E. FEDAK (HOSSBACH)

Age 89, of Park Forest passed away Wednesday, July 17th, 2024 Franciscan Health in Dyer IN. 

Evonne is survived by her loving family, daughters, Teresa Fedak, Patricia Fedak, siblings, Norman Hossbach, Wayne Hossbach, numerous nieces, nephews and former husband John Fedak. 

Evonne was preceded in death by her parents, Henry & Viola Hossbach (Minger), siblings, Marion Seemann and Wilbur...

Lucy V. Feeney

Lucy V. Feeney

July 16, 2024

Lucy V. Feeney 87, of Joliet was born in Colfax IL. to the late Clare and Grace Tempel and passed away peacefully at home on July 16, 2024. Loving mother of Paula (James) Rogers, Peggy (Guillermo) Ruiz, James (Cindy) Feeney and the late Michelle Feeney; proud and devoted grandmother of Ryan Ruiz, Teofanes Ruiz, Gregory (Kerry) Joutras, and Stefanie (Matt)...

Mary J. Webb

Mary J. Webb

July 15, 2024

MARY J. WEBB

Age 83, formerly of Frankfort passed away Monday, July 15th, 2024 at Sunrise Senior Living in Palos Park. 

Mary is survived by her loving family, much loved sister of Diane Webb, Nanette (John) Koskosky, fond aunt of Jillian (Fiancé Matt) Koskosky and Jonathan (Andrea) Koskosky and loving pet mom of her dog Dudley. 

Mary was preceded in death by her...

Mark V. Bulfin

Mark V. Bulfin

July 14, 2024

Mark V. Bulfin, age 66, passed away on Sunday, July 14, 2024 at Franciscan Health in Olympia Fields.

Mark is survived by his beloved children, Doug Bulfin, Kaitlyn Bulfin, and Kelly (Ceargio) Bagenda; lifelong companion Cindy Bulfin; his siblings, Terry (Kathi) Bulfin, Dan (Mary) Bulfin, Wally Bulfin, Sue Bulfin, Jim (Betty) Bulfin, and Joanne (Mike) Prokop; his caring in-laws, Dan and...