Obituaries

Kurtz Memorial Chapel Obituaries

Local obituaries for the Frankfort and New Lenox, IL area

Bessie Cap

Bessie Cap

June 3, 2021

Bessie Bell Cap of Crystal Springs, MS, age 66, passed away unexpectedly while visiting her children in Illinois, on June 3,2021. She is survived by her children, Daniel (Kari) Schimel and Christine (Ryan) MacMillan and 10 Grandchildren; Cheyanne, Madeline, Rebecca, Gabriella, Madison, Alexander, Danielle, Mason, Madelyn and Antoinette. Bessie worked at Copiah Academy for the last 16 years and was...

Patricia F. Lerner

Patricia F. Lerner

June 2, 2021

PATRICIA F. LERNER (BURLINSKI) Age 60 of Mokena, passed away on Wednesday, June 2nd, 2021 at her home in Mokena. Patricia is survived by her loving family, husband, Edward E. Lerner, children, Edward M. Lerner, Robert Lerner, Sheri Lerner, Thomas (Cassandra) Lerner, four grandchildren, siblings, Kathy (Tom) Fik, Nancy (Larry) Keller, Debi (Tom) Hedge, Robin (Roger) Martin, Dan (Robin) Burlinski...

Suzanne M. Rembis

Suzanne M. Rembis

May 29, 2021

Suzanne M. Rembis (Rettke) age 80, a resident of Frankfort formerly of Blue Island, passed away on Saturday, May 29, 2021. Loving wife of the late Alex Rembis; beloved mother of Scott (Rhonda) Rembis, Sherri (Edward) Sidler and Michael Rembis; dearest sister of Gary (late Carol) Rettke; cherished grandmother of Devon Rembis, Alex Sidler, Elizabeth Sidler, Grace Sidler, Ana Sidler...

Robert  Edward Lombardi

Robert Edward Lombardi

May 28, 2021

At 10:15 PM on May 28th a great many communities lost a mentor, a teacher, a coach and a friend as Robert Edward Lombardi passed away at the age of 82 in the presence of his family in his home in New Lenox. Born in the South Side of Chicago on June 3rd, 1938 to Edward and Gertrude Lombardi, Coach...

Dorothy Elizabeth Ludack

Dorothy Elizabeth Ludack

May 28, 2021

Dorothy Elizabeth Koronkowski-Ludack (nee Havrilla), age 91, a resident of New Lenox, formerly of Chicago, passed away on Friday, May 28, 2021. Loving wife of the late Raymond Ludack; and first husband of the late Raymond Koronkowski. Survived by her loving children Christine, Bernadine, Pamela (Richard) Szeniawski, Carol Ann (David) Wydra, Kathleen (Joseph) Laurin, Kenneth (Susan) Koronkowski, Robert Koronkowski; dearest...

Julieann Kopec

Julieann Kopec

May 25, 2021

Julieann Kopec, age 76, a resident of New Lenox formerly of Midlothian and Oak Forest, passed away on Tuesday, May 25,2021. Loving wife of Joseph Kopec; beloved mother of Kelly (John Simpson) Kopec and Kristeen (Don) Mistro; dearest sister of William (late Kathy) Carlson; cherished grandmother of AJ, Nick and Chase Mistro, Jack and Tyler Simpson; fond aunt of Tammy,...

Norma Jean Guibord

Norma Jean Guibord

May 25, 2021

Norma Jean Guibord nee Haugh, 71, passed away, May 25, 2021 at her home in Tinley Park.  She is survived by her son, Tom Guibord, Jr.; her forever faithful friend and partner, Ernie J. Havrilla; “sisters”, Linda, Colleen and Patti and former husband, Tom Guibord, Sr.  Norma retired after serving as Police Matron of Evergreen Park PD.  Visitation will be...

Frederick Barker

Frederick Barker

May 25, 2021

Frederick Barker, age 86, passed away peacefully Tuesday, May 25, 2021 at Joliet Area Community Hospice. Frederick was the loving father of Lee (Katie) Barker and Sharla (John) Wojno; a beloved father figure to Darrel Krueger and Darren Krueger; the adored grandfather of Eric Krueger, Ryan Krueger, Kristina Krueger, Erin Krueger, Lindsey Krueger, Brittany Krueger, Callie Barker, Aiden Barker, Keagan...

Frederick W. Otte Sr.

Frederick W. Otte Sr.

May 24, 2021

FREDERICK W. OTTE SR. Age 88, formerly of Alsip, passed away Monday, May 24th, 2021 at Salem Village Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Joliet. Frederick is survived by his loving family, children, Cindy McDorman, Steven (Susan) Otte, Frederick Otte Jr., Jeffrey Otte, sister, Dorothy Jagnus, 14 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren. Frederick was preceded in death by his parents, Claus...

Michael Fohran

Michael Fohran

May 24, 2021

Michael Fohran 82, of Crestwood, passed away Monday, May 24, 2021 at home surrounded by family. Mike was born in Romania to the late John and Barbara (nee Bowmanns) Fohran. Beloved husband of the late Beverly (née Gibson); loving father of Ronald (Meri) Fohran, Donald Fohran, Michael Fohran, and Christina (Josh) Waterdown; cherished grandfather of Kara, Carl, Krystin, Marc, and...

Kimberly D. Stumpf

Kimberly D. Stumpf

May 22, 2021

KIMBERLY D. STUMPF (PETERS) Age 53, of Mokena, passed away Saturday, May 22nd, 2021 at the Bowman Center in Chicago. Kim is survived by her loving family, husband, Tim Stumpf, mother, Diane Peters (Olson), children, Ryan (fiancée Icsy Garduno) Stumpf, Nicholas Stumpf, mother in-law, Patricia Stumpf, brother in-law, Randal (Natasha) Stumpf and nephew Hunter Stumpf. Kim was preceded in death...

Henrietta A. Francke

Henrietta A. Francke

May 22, 2021

HENRIETTA A. FRANCKE (MARK) Age 94, of Frankfort, passed away Saturday, May 22nd, 2021 at her home in Frankfort. Henrietta is survived by her loving family, son, John Francke, grandchildren, Mark (Lelia) Francke, Sean (Barb) Francke, great grandchildren, Gabby Francke, Faith Francke and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Henrietta was preceded in death by her parents, Conrad & Nellie Mark...

James Lawrence Minelli

James Lawrence Minelli

May 22, 2021

James L. Minelli 72, of Steger, passed away Saturday, May 22, 2021 at his home. Jim was born in the Roseland area of Chicago to the late Louis V. and Madeline (nee Blazak) Minelli. Beloved husband of the late Beatrice (nee Smith); loving father of Shannon Wilson, Brian Rosenbalm, Kim Petersen, Tina (Rob) Johnson, and Dan (Aprel) Downey; cherished grandfather...

George Thomas Luscombe

George Thomas Luscombe

May 20, 2021

George Thomas Luscombe, Jr. George Thomas Luscombe Jr passed away peacefully on May 20, 2021 at Smith Crossing in Orland Park, IL. Born on August 1, 1927 to George and Cecilia Luscombe and raised in Blue Island, IL he graduated from Blue Island High School (now Eisenhower) prior to enlisting in the U S Navy. After his military service George...

Weedell M. Mcintosh

Weedell M. Mcintosh

May 19, 2021

A Celebration of Life “I have fought a good fight; I have finished my course; I have kept the faith.” Mrs. Weedell Myrtle McIntosh August 1, 1937-May 19, 2021 The Obituary A Life Well Lived! A wonderful birth occurred on August 1, 1937, in Canton, Mississippi. God blessed her parents, J.B. and Wilda Juanita Sims with their fourth child. She...

Leroy L. Stege

Leroy L. Stege

May 19, 2021

Leroy Stege, 76, of Matteson, Illinois, moved peacefully into his eternal home with God on Wednesday, May 19, 2021. He was born in Joliet, Illinois on May 8, 1945, to Welma (née Seeman) Stege and Lester Stege. He was a graduate of Rich East High School and became a certified industrial electrician (which skills he used gladly to help friends...

Peter Laurinaitis

Peter Laurinaitis

May 16, 2021

Peter Laurinaitis, age 73, a resident of Mokena formerly of Tinley Park and the Bridgeport area of Chicago, passed away on Sunday, May 16, 2021. Loving husband of Mary Ann (nee Klocek); beloved father of Michelle (James) Gerard and Jennifer (Jack) Morawski; cherished papa of Jack, Julia, Michael, Jessica, Ana and Leah; dearest brother of the late Anthony "Laurent" (Aldona),...

David  Paul Rubner

David Paul Rubner

May 15, 2021

David Rubner Age 77, Passed away May 15, 2021 at Rush Hospital. David is survived by his wife, Virginia of 51 years; son, Karl (Suzette) Rubner; daughter, Susan (Steven) Bailey; grandchildren, Kyle Rubner, Ryan Bailey and Kathryn Bailey; sister Kathleen (Daniel) Chitty; in-laws, and several nieces and nephews. David is preceded in death by his parents, Hugo and Agnes Rubner;...

Marion  Wallace Godfrey

Marion Wallace Godfrey

May 15, 2021

Marion Wallace Godfrey (Kuhlmann), age 79, a longtime resident of Midlothian, passed away on Saturday, May 15, 2021. Loving mother of Jena (Kevin) Selph and John (Krista) Godfrey; beloved daughter of the late William and Jessie (Howison) Kuhlmann; dearest sister of the late James Kuhlmann, John (late Dusanka) Kuhlmann, and Craig (Denise) Kuhlmann; cherished grandmother of Christopher (fiancée Ashley Murphy)...

Mary Louise Gianfrancesco

Mary Louise Gianfrancesco

May 14, 2021

Mary Louise Gianfrancesco nee Rossetto, 89, of Chicago Heights, passed away peacefully on May 14, 2021. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 41 years, Vincenzo Gianfrancesco, Dec. of 2020 and her dear brothers and sister-in-laws: Rudolph (Nancy) Rossetto and Raymond (Rosemary) Rossetto. Mary Louise is survived by her cherished family: She was the Aunt of Charlotte...