Obituaries

Kurtz Memorial Chapel Obituaries

Local obituaries for the Frankfort and New Lenox, IL area

Devan Vanwitzenburg

Devan Vanwitzenburg

January 25, 2013

Devan VanWitzenburg age 22. Beloved daughter of Douglas (Linda) VanWitzenburg and Robyn Gundersen; loving sister of Lauren, Douglas, Ian, Stephanie and Jillian; cherished granddaughter of Donald and Ginny VanWitzenburg and Ken and Pat Gundersen; also survived by many dear aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Visitation Thursday 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., Funeral Service 8:00 p.m. at Kurtz Memorial Chapel, 65...

Jervis W. Lang

Jervis W. Lang

January 25, 2013

JERVIS WEBSTER LANG Age 86, of Lockport, IL. Passed way Friday, January 25th, 2013 at Cantata British Home in Brookfield, IL. Born January 7th 1927 in Joliet, IL. He was preceded in death by his parents, Donald C. and Dietta Lang (Davidson), his wife, Barbara Jean Lang (Larsen), one brother, Waldon. He is survived by his two daughters, Sandra (John)...

Frederick S. Burton

Frederick S. Burton

January 23, 2013

Frederick S. Burton 75, late of New Lenox, formerly of Country Club Hills passed away Wednesday, January 23, 2013 at his home. Born in Waterloo, IA to the late Frederick and Crescentia (nee Graf) Burton. Beloved husband of Mary P. (nee Giblin); Loving father of Catherine (Larry) Freudinger, Michael (Ann), John (Jeanette), Judith (Loren) Hess and Beth (Rich) Czop; Cherished...

Mildred R. Francescon

Mildred R. Francescon

January 23, 2013

MILDRED R. FRANCESCON (KLOVUTCHER) Age 93, of Lockport, passed away Wednesday, January 23rd, 2013 at Salem Village in Joliet. Mildred is survived by her loving family, daughter Judy Lord, grandchildren, Joann (Andrew) Webster, John (Theresa) Lord, Jim Lord, Janet Lord, great grandchildren, Zachary Lord, Megan Lord, Aarika Webster, AJ Webster and several nieces and nephews. Mildred was preceded in death...

Ruth E. Vance

Ruth E. Vance

January 23, 2013

Ruth E. Vance (nee Phillips) 85, of Lockport, passed away Wednesday, January 23, 2013 with her devoted family by her side. Born January 11, 1928 in Mahan, WV moving to Lockport in 1959. Family was very important to Ruth. She was a loving and caring Mother, Grandmother and Great-Grandmother. Ruth also enjoyed playing Bingo and had many friends to thank...

Edward F. Beyer,  Jr.

Edward F. Beyer, Jr.

January 21, 2013

EDWARD F. BEYER, JR. Age 78 of Joliet, passed away Monday, January 21st, 2013 at his home in Joliet. Edward is survived by his loving family, wife, Joyce Beyer (Palmer), children, Greg (Lynn) Beyer, Diane (Barry) Wittig, Shawn (Joanne) Beyer, Melissa (Gabriel) Glovier, Quinton Beyer, 18 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. Edward was preceded in death by his parents, Edward...

Eileen V. Skiba

Eileen V. Skiba

January 20, 2013

EILEEN VELIA SKIBA Eileen Velia Skiba. March 17, 1951 – Jan 20, 2013. Late of Manhattan, IL. Also resided in Frankfort, IL for many years. Survived by her husband Harold Bach III, her daughters Kim (Jason) Maholy, Rebecca (Greg) Anger, and a son Charles Ryan Campagne, seven grandchildren with 1 on the way, brother Conrad (Mary) Skiba and sister Joyce...

Mr. Carl T. Renfro,  Jr.

Mr. Carl T. Renfro, Jr.

January 19, 2013

Carl T. Renfro Jr. WITH FLAG 90 of New Lenox passed away Saturday, January 19, 2013. Beloved husband of the late Eleanor; loving father of: Carl T. III (Amy), Dan (Joanne), and Kerry and Kristine Renfro; cherished grandfather of 5 and great-grandfather of 5. Also survived by a host of brothers and sisters. Carl was preceded in death by his...

Mrs. Madge Triebe

Mrs. Madge Triebe

January 19, 2013

Madge was born on March 11, 1922 in Almena, Wisconsin, and passed away on January 19, 2013. Madge was a resident of Joliet, IL.

Jason M. Crawford

Jason M. Crawford

January 18, 2013

Jason M. Crawford 31, late of Joliet. Survived by his loving family; his daughter Jamie Christina Crawford; fiancée Tara Pacheco; his mother, Karen (Pete) Theobald, his father, Randy (Debbie) Crawford; sisters, Heidi (Fred) Guerra and Alyssa Theobald; a step-brother Joseph Carr; grandparents, Ann and the late William Fang, Mary and Nick Guzzi, and Jerry and Terri Crawford; numerous aunts, uncles,...

Robert W. Donnelly

Robert W. Donnelly

January 18, 2013

Robert W. Donnelly Age 94, a lifelong Joliet area resident passed away on Friday, January 18, 2013. Loving husband of the late Frances (nee Scholp) Donnelly; beloved father of Ralph (Sue) Donnelly; dearest grandfather of Debbra (David) Petke, Rick (Colleen) Donnelly and Barbra (Anthony) Coleman and proud great grandfather of 11. Robert was a member of Ridgewood Baptist Church in...

Marie F. Millner

Marie F. Millner

January 16, 2013

Marie F. Millner (nee Nothof) 76, late of New Lenox, passed away Wednesday, January 16, 2013. Born in Chicago to the late Peter and Marie (nee Mitchell) Nothof. Beloved wife of the late Ben F. Millner; Loving mother of Tim (the late Pam), Jim (Robin), Ben (Linda), Diane (Phil) Toth, Linda (Wayne) Rassman, and Brenda (Paul) Scholz; Cherished grandmother of...

Inocencio Ed Cavazos,  Sr.

Inocencio Ed Cavazos, Sr.

January 16, 2013

Cavazos, Ed Inocencio E. Cavazos Sr. Age 65 of New Lenox formerly of Romeoville and Chicago. Loving husband of Cathy (nee Hubbard); beloved father of Eddie (Nicole) Cavazos Jr. and Mandy (Greg) Chrisman; dearest brother of Carmen (Late Jesus) Soto, Late Phil (late Annamarie) Cavazos and Victor (Diane) Cavazos; proud grandfather of Austin, Madelyn, Tyler and Ally also many nieces...

Ms. Marilyn G. Kramer

Ms. Marilyn G. Kramer

January 15, 2013

Marilyn G. Kramer nee Dilger Age 78, of Lockport, IL. Formerly of Brooklyn NY., passed away Tuesday, January 15th, 2013, surrounded by her loving family. Beloved wife of the late William C. Kramer; loving mother of: William E. (Jill) Kramer and Kathleen (Mark) Kuban; cherished grandmother of: Elizabeth (Richard) Gioiosa, William B. Kramer, Stephanie Kuban, and Benjamin Kuban, Constance Kramer,...

Judy L Garland

Judy L Garland

January 15, 2013

Judy L Garland (nee Mahalick) 55, late of Lemont, passed away Tuesday, January 15, 2013 at Joliet Area Community Hospice Home. Born in Elmhurst, IL to June (nee Deaton) and the late John Mahalick. Beloved wife and soulmate of 32 years of Tim Garland; Dear mother of Ginger (Chris) Gauthier; Cherished grandmother of Charlotte Gauthier; Loving sister of John (Janine)...

Patricia L. Matiasek

Patricia L. Matiasek

January 11, 2013

PATRICIA L. MATIASEK (PIRKO) Age 86, of Lockport, passed away Friday, January 11th, 2013 at Silver Cross Hospital in New Lenox. Patricia is survived by her loving family, children, William (Jill) Matiasek, Karen (Mario) Carli, grandchildren, Michelle Carli, Nicole (Bradley) Mowery, William (Daniela) Matiasek, Jr., Jacalyn (Shane) Nolan, Brian (Callie Gregory) Matiasek, Brittany (Joel) Mastalesh, great grandchildren, Mathew, Nathan, Paige,...

Mr. Joseph Scimeca

Mr. Joseph Scimeca

January 10, 2013

Joseph Scimeca Age 100, of Mokena, passed away on Thursday, January 10, 2013 in New Lenox, IL. Beloved husband of the late Dorothy nee Vazzano; loving father of: Rosalie Brekke, Matthew (Joann) Scimeca, and Peter (Susan) Scimeca; cherished grandfather of 6 and great-grandfather of 4; dear brother of: John Scimeca. Joseph was preceded in death by his siblings: Tony Scimeca,...

Ms. Florence R. Radomski

Ms. Florence R. Radomski

January 9, 2013

Florence R. Radomski nee Madai Age 86 of Lockport, IL., passed away on Wednesday, January 9, 2013. Beloved wife of the late John Radomski; loving mother of : Robert (Carol) Radomski, Donna Bannister, Bruce (Deborah Phillips) Radomski, Richard (Patricia) Radomski, and Chris (GiGi) Radomski; cherished grandmother of 10 and great-grandmother of 13; dear sister of: Lucille Lamb. She was preceded...

Roger D. Voorhees

Roger D. Voorhees

January 8, 2013

Roger D. Voorhees 74, long time Orland Park resident, died January 8, 2013 from complications of open heart surgery. Beloved husband of the late Janet (nee Caspall). Loving father of Gregory and Erin (Michael) Galle. Cherished grandfather of Sean and Andrew. We will truly miss the person who gave us so much guidance and love to succeed in life. Service...

Kevin J. Lederer,  Md.

Kevin J. Lederer, Md.

January 8, 2013

Kevin J. Lederer MD. Age 55, of Frankfort, formerly of Cliffside Park New Jersey passed away on Tuesday, January 8, 2013. Beloved husband of Frances (nee Ash) Lederer; loving father of Kevin Jr., Stephen and Eric Lederer; cherished brother of Matthew (Ana) Lederer and Jonathan (Angelique) Lederer; dear son in law of Beulah Ash; fond brother in law of David...