Obituaries

Kurtz Memorial Chapel Obituaries

Local obituaries for the Frankfort and New Lenox, IL area

Adelaide M. Beemsterboer

Adelaide M. Beemsterboer

Feb 24, 2014

Adelaide M. Beemsterboer (nee Klees) 89, of New Lenox, formerly of the Roseland area of Chicago, passed away Monday, February 24, 2014 at her home. Born in Chicago to the late Jacob and Mary (nee Brickel) Klees. Living in New Lenox the past 43 years. Beloved wife of the late Bernard E. Beemsterboer; Loving mother of Thomas (Joanne), Paul (Carola)...

Richard J. Furdek

Richard J. Furdek

Feb 23, 2014

Richard J. Furdek Age 82, passed away Sunday, February 23, 2014 at the University of Chicago Hospital. Survived by his loving wife of 54 years Patricia (nee Ruettiger); his children, Pamela Perona, Michael Furdek and Stephen Furdek; grandchildren, Jillian Perona, Stephanie Kozora, Kele Cristofaro, Jacob and Amanda Furdek; great grandson Brantley Lerner and two sisters. Preceded in death by his...

Dorothy E Daum

Dorothy E Daum

Feb 22, 2014

DOROTHY E. DAUM (WOODS) Age 91 of Matteson, passed away peacefully, Saturday, February 22, 2014 at her daughter's home in New Lenox, IL. Dorothy is survived by her loving family, children, Georgia (Ron) Hart, Mary Ellen (Chris) Winemiller, JoAnn (Randall) Alferink, sister, Margaret Woods, grandchildren, Jennifer (Brad) Collins, Heather Hart, Jessica Alferink, Jason Alferink and Amber Winemiller. Dorothy was preceded...

Charles "Chuck" E Eller

Charles "Chuck" E Eller

Feb 21, 2014

CHARLES "CHUCK" E. ELLER Charles E. Eller, 90, died peacefully at his home on Friday, February 21, 2014 surrounded by his loving family. Charles was a resident of New Lenox for the past 57 years. Charles served in the U.S. Navy during World War II, having been stationed in Hawaii and Guam as a radioman. He was employed as an...

Dolores M. Hypke

Dolores M. Hypke

Feb 20, 2014

DOLORES M. HYPKE (LAWNICZAK) Age 87, of Palos Heights, passed away on Thursday, February 20th, 2014 at Manor Care of Palos Heights. Dolores is survived by her loving family, children, Deborah (Kenneth) Glover, Daniel Hypke, David (Chris) Hypke, Duane (Debbera) Hypke, grandchildren, Julie (Eric) Erway, Kenneth Glover, Jr., Justin Glover, Adam Hypke, Matthew Hypke, Blake (Katie) Hypke, Tara (Ben) Coglin,...

William F. Kuhn

William F. Kuhn

Feb 20, 2014

Bill Kuhn, age 86, of Mokena was a proud veteran of the U.S. Army, 1945-1947. He looked forward to being reunited with his parents and friends from Holy Cross parish. Married 63 years to his beloved wife Elaine with whom he shared a wonderful life. He was a graduate of Mt. Carmel High School and Loyola University. Dear brother of...

Mr. Ronald P. Leet

Mr. Ronald P. Leet

Feb 19, 2014

Ronald P. Leet Age 57, of Frankfort, passed away Wednesday, February 19th, 2014 at his home with his family at his side. Beloved husband of Sheila nee Fowler; loving father of Dennis "Keith" Leet, Stephanie (Dewey) Lee, and Ashley (Michael) Magruder; cherished grandfather of Joe, Kevin, Grayson, Landen, Hudson, Ryker, Kensington, Jason and Kayley; dear brother of Richard (Roberta) Leet...

Leroy "Butch" Molitor

Leroy "Butch" Molitor

Feb 19, 2014

Leroy E. "Butch" Molitor, age 60, at rest February 19th; beloved husband and best friend for over 38 years of Debbie nee Ozimek; loving Dad of Lee (Beth), Brett (Jenny) and Marc; cherished Papa of Cooper and Eddie; fond brother of Vicki (Russ) Janicki; dearest uncle of Jasmine, Lisa, Kenny and Marty; son-in-law of Emily and the late Edward Ozimek;...

Irene L. Berg

Irene L. Berg

Feb 18, 2014

Irene L. Berg (nee Mroz) Age 85, of Frankfort formerly of Olympia Fields, passed away on February 18, 2014. Loving mother of Sandy Babka, Jacki (Gene) Halsall, Ginger (Rodger Glover) Point and Renee (Frank) Hanicek; beloved sister of Raymond Mroz , Leo (Dorothy) Mroz and the late Isabelle Green; dearest grandmother of 9, cherished great grandma of 6 and fond...

Roger A. Barlow

Roger A. Barlow

Feb 17, 2014

Roger A. Barlow 63, late of Joliet, formerly of New Lenox, passed away Monday, February 17, 2014 at his home. He was born in Joliet to the late Donald C. and Elrieda (nee Genens) Barlow. Loving father of Rick Barlow, Nicole (Zachary) Ryther and Caitlyn Barlow; Cherished grandfather of Lucas and Emma Ryther; Dear brother of Bernadette (Ken) Martin, Jo...

Judy Kraulidis

Judy Kraulidis

Feb 16, 2014

Judy Kraulidis, nee Sandstrom. Age 67. Beloved wife of Tim. Loving mother of Tim (Debbie), Todd, Brian (Erin), and Michael. Dear Nana of Noah, Haley, Dylan, Logan, Mason and Riley. Cherished sister of 7. Memorial Visitation, Saturday February 22, 2014 from 12pm – 7pm with Chapel Service at 5pm at Kurtz Memorial Chapel, 65 Old Frankfort Way, Frankfort, IL.

Dolores S. Wisniewski

Dolores S. Wisniewski

Feb 16, 2014

Dolores S. Wisniewski (nee Juriga) 82, late of New Lenox, passed away Sunday, February 16, 2014. Born in Chicago to the late Steve and Bertha (nee Moskwa) Juriga. Beloved wife of the late Francis J. Wisniewski; Loving mother of, Karen (John) Cira, James (Denise) Wisniewski and Donna (Tom) Shimkus; Cherished grandmother of Amy (Shawn) Swanson, Steven Leshko, Abby (Keith) Mason,...

Ms. Nancy Spangler-Swenson

Ms. Nancy Spangler-Swenson

Feb 14, 2014

Swenson-Spangler Nancy Age 81, of Greenacres, FL., passed away on February 14, 2014 in JFK Medical Center, Atlantis, FL. She was born and raised in Lockport, IL., and was a Class of 1950 graduate of Lockport High School. Nancy relocated to Pompano Beach, FL., and settled in Greenacres, FL. She was rich in family and friends, enjoying her life with...

Joseph R. Bruckner,  Md

Joseph R. Bruckner, Md

Feb 13, 2014

JOSEPH R. BRUCKNER, MD Age 66, of New Lenox, passed away on Thursday, February 13th, 2014 at his home in New Lenox. Joseph is survived by his loving family, wife, Corinne Bruckner (Randall), children, Joseph C. (Rebecca) Bruckner, Katrina C. (Robert) Mata, siblings, Brian (Irene) Bruckner, James (Julie) Bruckner, Jeanne Bruckner, grandchildren, Joseph T. Bruckner, Jack C. Bruckner and several...

Rhonda J. Guildenzoph

Rhonda J. Guildenzoph

Feb 12, 2014

RHONDA J. GUILDENZOPH (SPLITGERBER) Age 56, of New Lenox, passed away on Wednesday, February 12th, 2014 at Silver Cross Hospital in New Lenox. Rhonda is survived by her loving family, husband, John A. Guildenzoph, father, Bill Splitgerber, children, Ben Guildenzoph, Marc Guildenzoph, Cari (David) Ingram, John Guildenzoph, siblings, William, Dawn, grandchildren, Anthony, Rori and Jacob. Rhonda was preceded in death...

Ms. Mary Ann Bajt

Ms. Mary Ann Bajt

Feb 12, 2014

Mary Ann "Tippy" Bajt nee Madarik passed away Wednesday, February 12, 2014 at her home in Lockport. She is survived by her daughter Mary Frances; sister-in-law Joyce Madarik, special niece Doris M. Hammel, and numerous other nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband Francis J. Bajt; her parents Joseph and Mary (Suca) Madarik; six brothers Emil,...

Mr. Gregory G. Saladin

Mr. Gregory G. Saladin

Feb 11, 2014

Gregory G. Saladin Age 58, of Matteson, passed away Tuesday, January 11th, 2014. Beloved husband of Donna nee Yates-Saladin; loving father of Joshua and Zachary Saladin; dear brother of Ed Saladin; and cherished uncle of Christine, Renee, and Sherri. Greg was a member of Heritage Baptist Church in Frankfort, and a devoted husband and father that will be sorely missed....

Mae R. Jordan

Mae R. Jordan

Feb 10, 2014

Mae R. Jordan nee Ryan Age 78, of Mokena, passed away Monday, February 10, 2014. Beloved wife of the late Charles Jordan; loving mother of Therese (James) Leonard and the late Celene Jordan; cherished grandmother of Jessica and Jamie Leonard; dear sister of Phillip (Susan) Ryan, James Ryan, the late Father Kellan Ryan, and Lorraine (late Donald) Massie. Family will...

Thomas J. Bingham

Thomas J. Bingham

Feb 10, 2014

Thomas J. Bingham 64, late of Marseilles, formerly of Lockport, passed away Monday, February 10, 2014 at OSF St. Elizabeth Medical Center, Ottawa, IL. Born in Chicago to Carmella (nee Daly) and the late Thomas J. Bingham Jr; Loving Brother of Terrence (Jean) Bingham, Timothy (Sue) Bingham, Jacalyn (Robert) Gilman and Sharon (Michael) Cahill; Dear uncle and cousin of many....

Larry R. Ritchie

Larry R. Ritchie

Feb 9, 2014

LARRY R. RITCHIE Age 68, of Lockport, passed away on Sunday, February 9th, 2014 at Silver Cross Hospital in New Lenox. Larry is survived by his loving family, siblings, Louise Brayfield, Juannelle (Kevin Keck) Ritchie, Jannet Bersano, nieces, Sandra (John) Weierman, Kathleen (Al) Davis, Deanna Bersano, great niece, Brittani Davis, great nephews, Cameron Davis and Connor Davis. Larry was preceded...