Kurtz Memorial Chapel Obituaries

Dec 25, 2024

Joyce Ann Hollatz (nee Carroll)

Age 95, a lifelong resident of the New Lenox/ Joliet area passed away December 25, 2024.

Joyce was born in Joliet, IL to the late Howard and Elsie (nee Holman) Carroll. Beloved wife of the late Lawrence W. Hollatz, DDS; loving mother of the late Lawrence F. (Alice Fernandez) Hollatz, the late Mark (Libby) Hollatz, and Lisa...

Mar 6, 2025

Steven William Gossett

Age 66 of New Lenox passed away after a prolonged illness on Thursday, March 6, 2025. Steven was born in Joliet, IL to Joan (nee Fitzgerald) and the late William D. Gossett.

Beloved son of Joan and the late William; loving father of Christine (Matt Duncan) Fletcher and Tammy Fletcher; cherished grandfather of Emma’Lee Fletcher, Austin Delawder, and Kaylee...

Mar 20, 2025

PETER G. BECK

Age 90, of Frankfort and South Holland, passed away Thursday, March 20th, 2025 at StoryPoint Bolingbrook.

Peter is survived by his loving family, children, Michael (Anne O’Byrne) Beck, Marty (Margie) Beck, Mark (Judi) Beck, brother, George Beck, grandchildren, Sophia Beck, Erin (Jessica Kalvaitis) Beck, Jennifer (John) Kizorek, Kelly (Brian Matkovic) Beck, Karl (Jessica) Beck, Adeline Beck, Kateri Beck, PJ...

Mar 19, 2025

Mar 19, 2025

Carmin Samuel Perry of South Holland, IL, passed away at the age of 93 on March 19, 2025 at Baptist Hospital in Paducah, KY surrounded by his family. He is survived by his three daughters: Debra (Larry) Formentini of St. John, IN; Mary (Derrick) Love of Bloomington, IL ; and Phyllis (Phil) Panici of Paducah, KY; Proud grandfather of ten,...

Mar 19, 2025

GERDA P. BECK (MOOG)

Age 84, of Frankfort and South Holland, passed away Wednesday, March 19th, 2025 at StoryPoint Bolingbrook.

Gerda is survived by her loving family, husband, Peter G. Beck, children, Michael (Anne O’Byrne) Beck, Marty (Margie) Beck, Mark (Judi) Beck, grandchildren, Sophia Beck, Erin (Jessica Kalvaitis) Beck, Jennifer (John) Kizorek, Kelly (Brian Matkovic) Beck, Karl (Jessica) Beck, Adeline Beck, Kateri...

Mar 18, 2025

Anne M. Whited (nee Hohmeier)

Age 83 of Tinley Park passed away Tuesday, March 18, 2025, at Silver Cross Hospital, New Lenox, IL. Anne was born in Franklin Park, IL to the late Frank C. Hohmeier and Lorraine (nee Olsen) Hohmeier. Beloved wife of Patrick J. Whited; loving mother of Patrick (Ruth) Whited, Kevin (Susan) Whited, Thomas (Karen Sawinski) Whited, Gregory...

Mar 18, 2025

Charles B. Dionne

“Chuck”

Age 65 of Elwood passed away at 5:14 am on Tuesday, March 18, 2025, at Lightways Hospice in Joliet, IL. Chuck was born in Chicago Heights, IL to the late Duane Dionne and the late Geraldine (nee Siebert) (late Ernest) Woolsey.

Loving father of Kellie (Tony) Brooks, Edward (Liz) Dionne, Matthew (fiancée Brittany Perna) Dionne, Colleen (Christian) Castro, and...

Mar 15, 2025

Elizabeth M. DeGroot 97, of New Lenox was born in Brunssum Netherlands to the late Hendrik and Johanna Doensen and passed away March 15, 2025. Beloved wife of the late Klaas DeGroot; loving mother of Johanna (Timothy) Gallagher; proud gramma of William Frederiksen, and the late Thomas Frederiksen; cherished great gramma of Amanda, Amber, Gage, Justin, and Austin; dear sister...

Mar 13, 2025

Christine Becker (Nee Stransenback)

December 5, 1945 – March 13, 2025

Christine Becker, 79, left this world on March 13, 2025 surrounded by her loving family. Born on December 5, 1945, in Wenona, Illinois—a place that always remained close to her heart—Christine lived a life defined by love, kindness, and devotion to others.

For 56 years, she was the beloved wife of Walter,...

Mar 13, 2025

James Robert Lindberg, age 89, passed away on March 13, 2025 at John H. Stoger Jr. Hospital in Chicago.



James is survived by his loving wife of 65 years Barbara Lindberg, Children; James Lindberg, Erin (Daniel) Doyle, Thomas (Michelle) Lindberg, Anne Lindberg, Grandchildren; Steven (Mindy), Jamie (Anthony), Allison, Neil, Stephanie, Nicholas, Liam, Nathan



Jim was a proud husband, father of his 4...

Mar 12, 2025

JAMES A. ISBELL

Age 80, of Frankfort, passed away Wednesday, March 12th, 2025 at Palos Community Hospital in Palos Heights.

James is survived by his loving family, son, Raymond (Amy) Isbell, grandchildren, Charley Rose Isbell, Hank Ryan Isbell and sister in-law Patti Johnson.

James was preceded in death by his parents, Artis & Verna Mae Isbell (Shockley), wife, Joyce Isbell (Johnson), brother, Joe...

Mar 9, 2025

Stanley J. (Stan) Macek March 6, 1934 – March 9, 2025 devoted husband for 65 years, deceased Barbara C. Macek (Glowacki). Survived by his loving children and fondly known as “Our Dad” by David (Kristi), Dan (Kim) and Connie Wilcosky (Tom); grandfather of ten, Christopher (Michelle), Trevor, Paige, Michael, Cooper, and Rachel Macek; Teage (Dan) Hasselbring, Jacob (Jordan), Bennett and...

Mar 8, 2025

HARRY J. DONOVAN

Age 94, passed away Saturday, March 8th, 2025 at St. Joseph Hospital in Joliet.

Harry is survived by his loving family, children, Mark Donovan, Carrie (David) Reyna, Shawn (Darlene) Donovan, brother, Thomas (Jeanne) Donovan, 11 grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren, 1 great great grandchild and numerous nieces and nephews.

Harry was preceded in death by his parents, Harry A. & Marie...

Mar 7, 2025

Margery "Marge" Ellis of New Lenox, age 89, passed away on Friday, March 7, 2025, at the Cottages of New Lenox. Margery was born to Dean and Margaret (nee Corson) Roberts and lived the last 67 years in New Lenox with her loving late husband John P. Ellis, children; John W. Ellis (late Donna), James D. Ellis (Theresa), Dale A....

Mar 5, 2025

James “Jim” Daniel Novak, age 58, passed away on March 5, 2025 at his home in Mokena surrounded by loved ones. He is survived by his wife of 32 years, Patricia “Patti” Novak, son, Nathan Novak of Aurora, Co, daughter and fiancé Nicole Novak and Logan Trento of Chicago; mother, Nancy A. Novak, father, (late 2/2025) James (Joan Dolan) Frank...

Mar 5, 2025

Peter R. Przybylowicz 79, of New Lenox was born in Chicago to the late Peter and Valeria (nee Sierecki) Przybylowicz and passed away March 5, 2025. Beloved husband of 48 years to Mary Jo (nee Dorgan) Przybylowicz; loving father of Sherri (Robert) Hennessy, and Paul (Denise) Przybylowicz; proud grandpa of Haley (Trae) McPherson, Brooks (Diane) Pierce, and Gabrielle Rodriguez; great...

Mar 5, 2025

Mary Sue Chambers (nee Riley)

Age 78 of New Lenox passed away on Wednesday, March 5, 2025, at Silver Cross Hospital, New Lenox, IL. Mary was born in Pikeville, KY to the late Buster and Virginia (nee Sherwood) Riley.

Beloved wife of the late Raymond Chambers; loving mother of Gregory (Linda) Chambers and Valerie (Timothy) Fischer; cherished grandmother of Christopher (Jacqlyn) Fischer,...

Mar 5, 2025

James W. Howe 81, of Homer Glen was born in Waynesboro, TN to the late James and Edna (nee Pulley) Howe and passed away March 5, 2025. Beloved husband of 61 years to Judith (nee Frana) Howe; loving father of Kenneth Howe, Michael (Angela) Howe, and Steve (Ericka) Howe; proud papa of Dakota, Niko, Cameron, Monique, the late Nathan, and...

Mar 4, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Frank E. Schwark, age 78, on March 4, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer. Frank passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his loved ones.

Frank, a Vietnam veteran, was a devoted father and proud grandfather. He loved life, and in his younger years, was the life of the...