Obituaries

Kurtz Memorial Chapel Obituaries

Local obituaries for the Frankfort and New Lenox, IL area

Bruno Ganz

Bruno Ganz

March 10, 2013

Bruno Ganz Beloved husband of Carylanne (nee Stumbris); Loving and proud father of Marc (Karin) Ganz, Jennifer (Daniel) Golaszewski and Christian (Michelle) Ganz; Cherished "Papa" to Morgan, Nicholas and Matthew Ganz, Hannah, Sydney, Lyndsey, Tyler and Tanner Golaszewski, and Ethan and the late Macy Bella Ganz. Preceded in death by his parents Emilio and Angeline Ganz; a sister Dolores (nee...

Mildred L. Snook

Mildred L. Snook

March 9, 2013

Mildred L. Snook (nee McDonald) 87, of New Lenox, passed away Saturday, March 09, 2013 at Joliet Area Community Hospice Home. Born in Simpsonville S.C. to the late Angus and Clara (nee Hughes) McDonald; Beloved wife of Frank G. Snook; Loving mother of Dennis (Barb) Baldauf, Ken (Donna) Bradley, Craig Baldauf, Debbie Curulewski, and the late Bernard "Bernie" Baldauf Jr.;...

Ken Rybarczyk

Ken Rybarczyk

March 6, 2013

Kenneth Rybarczyk age 61, a resident of Frankfort, passed away on Wednesday, March 6, 2013. He is survived by his loving family; wife Barbara (nee Kajmowicz); children Craig (Jessica), Amanda and Ashely Rybarczyk; sisters Sharon Taylor, Deborah Williams and Pat Prosser; mother in law Dolores Kajmowicz and Dad to his four legged kids Gracie Lou, Bubba and Hannah. He was...

Alice F. Sopher

Alice F. Sopher

March 5, 2013

Alice F. Sopher (nee Planka), age 77 of Frankfort formerly of the Roseland area passed away on Tuesday, March 5, 2013. She is survived by her loving family; Husband Warren Sopher Jr.; Children Laura Medina, Warren Sopher III and Susan Wierenga and grandson Norris Medina III. She was preceded in death by her parents Steven and Sophie (nee Koszut) Planka...

Edwin J. Colby,  Jr.

Edwin J. Colby, Jr.

March 5, 2013

Edwin J. Colby Jr. 66, of New Lenox, passed away Tuesday, March 5th, 2013. Born in Chicago to the late Edwin Sr. and Agnes (nee Shields) Colby. Beloved husband of Linda (nee Prochot); Loving father of; Edwin III (Lynnette) Colby and Amanda Colby; Dear brother of; John (Joan) Colby, Donna (Roger) Hawkins, Patricia (the late Anthony) Brzostowski, Paulette (Larry) Powaga,...

Mary L. Herman

Mary L. Herman

March 5, 2013

Mary L. Herman (nee Wang) age 85, a resident of Meadowbrook Manor in Bolingbrook, formerly of Frankfort, Richton Park and Evergreen Park passed away on Tuesday, March 5, 2013. She is survived by her loving family; husband Vincent "Vern" Herman Sr.; daughters Susan (John) Hein, Kathleen (Leonard) Przybyla, Mary Lynn (Kenneth) Arehart and Nancy McCarrin; son Vincent (Mary Lynn) Herman...

Peggy J. Larson

Peggy J. Larson

March 5, 2013

PEGGY J. LARSON NEE SIRON Age 63, of Homer Glen, formerly of Minooka, transitioned peacefully on Tuesday, March 5, 2013 at her home after a long and courageous fight. Beloved wife of Kenneth Larson; loving mother of Megan Larson; dear sister of: Mary Ann (Michael) Harris, Michael J. (Cindy) Siron, and Patricia K. Siron. Also survived by many loving nieces...

Yvonne R. Kitchens-Crisp

Yvonne R. Kitchens-Crisp

March 4, 2013

YVONNE R. KITCHENS-CRISP (GARLAND) Age 66, of Joliet, passed away Monday, March 4th, 2013 at her home in Joliet. Yvonne is survived by her loving family, husband, Louis Crisp, father, Edward Garland, children, Richard (Stacey) Kitchens, Kathy (William) Crutchfield, siblings, Edward (Laurie) Garland, Richard (Susan) Garland, grandchildren, Cristina Villanueva, Shawna Emmons, Scarlett Kitchens, Lauren Crutchfield and William Crutchfield. Yvonne was...

Mrs. Barbara E. Edwards

Mrs. Barbara E. Edwards

March 2, 2013

BARBARA E. EDWARDS (NEE KENNEAVY) Age 77, a resident of New Lenox, IL. passed away on Saturday, March 2nd, 2013 with her family at her side. Beloved wife of David Edwards; loving mother of: Kathleen Tinny, Mary (Richard) Peterson, Barbara Edwards, Darren Edwards, and Jennifer Drazan; cherished grandmother of: Riley, Kyle, Brendan, Caleen, Dustin, Erik, Renee, Kristin, Danielle, Joseph, Ashley,...

Mr. Edward Ed Bott

Mr. Edward Ed Bott

March 1, 2013

Edward "Ed" J. Bott Age 45, of Mokena, IL., passed away suddenly on Friday, March 1, 2013. Beloved husband of Rebecca Bott nee LaMontagne; loving father of: Alex and Megan Bott; cherished son of: Alice Bott nee Van Jacobs; and dear brother of Eric Bott. He was preceded in death by his father Henry Bott. Also survived by his adoring...

Mr. Sammy J. Perry

Mr. Sammy J. Perry

February 28, 2013

SAMMY J. PERRY Age 83, of Orland Hills, passed away on Thursday, February 28, 2013 in Palos Heights, IL. Beloved husband of: Mary Ann nee Insalata; loving father of: Samuel (Paula) Perry, Celeste Perry, and Michael (Roberta DeYoung) Perry; cherished grandfather of: Kristyn, Nicolette, Anthony, Isabella, Matthew, Leah, Micah, Anna Marie, and Anwyn Ruth. Sammy was an Army Veteran. Family...

Grace J. Tempel

Grace J. Tempel

February 28, 2013

GRACE J. TEMPEL (GIBLIN) Age 96, of Joliet, passed away Thursday, February 28th, 2013. Grace is survived by her loving family, children, Patrick C. Tempel, Lucy V. Feeney, Julie T. Ludwig, siblings, Edward (Delores) Giblin, Mary Ganley, Beverly Jarboe, Vickie (Joe) Goodmann, 7 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. Also survived by Greg, Kerri, and Cole Joutras; and Stephanie, Matt, and...

Celene M. Jordan

Celene M. Jordan

February 27, 2013

Celene Marie Jordan Age 45, of Mokena formerly of Naperville, passed away Wednesday, February 27, 2013. Celene is survived by her loving family; mother Mae Jordan, sister Therese (Jim) Leonard, nieces Jess and Jamie Leonard, uncle Phil (Susan) Ryan, James Ryan, Lorraine Massie and numerous cousins. Celene was preceded in death by her father Charles Jordan. Family will receive friends,...

Edward H. Farcus

Edward H. Farcus

February 26, 2013

Edward H. Farcus 66, Late of Lockport, passed away Tuesday, February 26, 2013. Family will receive friends at Goodale Memorial Chapel, 912 S. Hamilton Street, Lockport, IL 60441 for a Memorial Visitation on Sunday, March 3, 2013 from 3:00 - 5:00PM.

Janet E. Grenchik

Janet E. Grenchik

February 26, 2013

Janet E. Grenchik nee Lusciatti 76, of New Lenox, formerly of Joliet, passed away Tuesday, February 26, 2013. Beloved wife of the late Robert J. Grenchik; loving mother of: Robert J. (Mary T.) Grenchik, William C. (Julie Bednarzyk) Grenchik, and Cindy (Richard) Burian; cherished grandmother of: Nicholas and Bradley Burian, and Joseph and Angela Grenchik; dear sister of Carol (Andrew)...

Dorothy Nordstrom

Dorothy Nordstrom

February 25, 2013

DOROTHY NORDSTROM (NOREM) Age 92, of Lockport, passed away Monday, February 25th, 2013 at her home in Lockport, with her daughters by her side. Dorothy is survived by her loving family, children, Georgia (Frank) Alberico, Carol (James) Toner, Barbara (Charles) Hickman, Beverly (George) Adelmann, Bonnie (Scott) Blair, grandchildren, Andrew (Stacy) Alberico, Kristin (Brian) Feely, William (fiancée Chelsea Maurice) Toner, Megan...

Alice Ann Zajac

Alice Ann Zajac

February 23, 2013

Alice Ann Zajac (Gaughan) Age 83, of Frankfort formerly longtime of Country Club Hills, passed away on Saturday, February 23, 2013. She is survived by her loving family; children, David (Judy) Zajac, Scott (Corinne) Zajac, Patricia Schroeder, Thomas Zajac, Nancy Monahan, Rita Zajac, Mary (Mark) Feldmeier and Liz (Karl) Johnson; sister Margaret Clements; 18 grandchildren, 1 great grandchild and many...

Leroy R Walker

Leroy R Walker

February 23, 2013

Leroy R. Walker 75, late of New Lenox. Passed away Saturday, February 23, 2013 at his home. Beloved husband of Roberta "Bobbie" (nee Ponick); Loving father of Jeff Walker, Stacy (Mark) Legerski and Lynn (Steve) Santerelli. In lieu of flowers, donations in Leroy's name can be made to: Les Feldick Ministries, 30706 W. Lona Valley Road, Kinta, OK 74552; Morningstar...

Frederick C. Harper,  Jr.

Frederick C. Harper, Jr.

February 21, 2013

Frederick C. Harper Jr. 08-17-53 to 02-21-13 Son of the late Frederick C Harper Sr. & Mary Harper; God son to John (bud) Murray & Noreen Lahey; brother of the late Pamela (Dave), Angela, Patrick; Beloved Father of: Heather (Jose), Haley, the late Christian; Jennifer (Phil), Dakotah, Ethan; Brandy (Victor), Victor, Roberto, Jacob, Brandan, Eric; Jamie (Jack), Jarrod, Justin; Michelle,...

Patricia A. Stubblefield

Patricia A. Stubblefield

February 19, 2013

Patricia A. Stubblefield (nee Coleman) 63, passed away Tuesday, February 19, 2013 at Presence St. Joseph Medical Center, Joliet. Born in Bloomington, IL, living in New Lenox the past 40 years. Beloved wife of Stephen R. Stubblefield; Loving mother of Stephanie (Gary) Tavoletti, Brett Stubblefield and Dana (Mike) Stack; Cherished grandma of Cale Stubblefield, Paige and Dominic Tavoletti and Hailey...