Obituaries

Kurtz Memorial Chapel Obituaries

Local obituaries for the Frankfort and New Lenox, IL area

Barbara L. Coleman

Barbara L. Coleman

Mar 2, 2018

Barbara L. Coleman (nee Thompson) 78, of Elkhorn, WI formerly of Galena, IL passed away on Friday, March 3, 2018, surrounded by her family at her daughter's home in New Lenox. Barb was born in Elgin, IL to the late Edward and Virginia (nee Richards) Thompson. Loving mother of Randolph Plote, Beth Paulsen, Pamela Plote, and Debra Brooks; cherished grandmother...

Susan L. Clark

Susan L. Clark

Feb 27, 2018

Susan Linn Clark, 49, of New Lenox, IL passed Tuesday February 27, 2018 at her home surrounded by family. She was born January 19,1969 in Blue Island, IL, the beloved daughter of David and Jackie Heitman. Susan graduated from Lockport Township High School with the class of 1987. On March 27, 2004 she was united in marriage to Timothy Clark...

Dorothy M. Bialek

Dorothy M. Bialek

Feb 25, 2018

DOROTHY M. BIALEK (BLANDA) Age 82, of Mokena, passed away, Sunday, February 25th, 2018 at her home in Mokena. Dorothy is survived by her loving family, children, Barbara Bialek, David (Sue) Bialek, sister, Pat Montes, sisters-in-laws, Lydia Blanda, Gerry Blanda and numerous nieces and nephews. Dorothy was preceded in death by her parents, Frank & Sally Blanda (Dziencielewski), husband, Joseph...

Mr. James Amos Petty

Mr. James Amos Petty

Feb 22, 2018

James Amos Petty Age 85, a resident of Homer Glen, passed away on Thursday, February 22, 2018. Beloved husband of Ima Lee Petty (Stooksbury); loving father of Lisa Petty, Cindy Slick; and Sherry Linsner; dear brother of Barbara Miller and Sarah Yard. Cremation rites entrusted to Goodale Memorial Chapel, Lockport, IL. Info www.goodalememorialchapel.com or 815-838-1533.

Carl L. "Slip" Johnson,  Jr.

Carl L. "Slip" Johnson, Jr.

Feb 22, 2018

Johnson, Carl L., Jr. Carl L. "Slip" Johnson, born 12-31-1923, died 02-22-2018 at age 94. He always referred to his birthday as 123123. Carl was born in Lemont, IL to the late Carl L. Johnson, Sr. and Edna, nee, Johnson. Preceding him in death was his wife, Betty Johnson, nee Vrshek. They were married for 57 years. Also preceding him...

Norma Louise Garza

Norma Louise Garza

Feb 21, 2018

Norma Louise Garza (nee Matt) 40-year resident of New Lenox, passed away Wednesday, February 21, 2018 at her home. Norma was born in Bloomington, IL to the late Louis and Norma Jean (nee Redman) Matt. She graduated Pullman School in 1949 and Fenger H.S. in 1953. She married Robert Anthony Garza on September 3, 1955. She is survived by her...

Mrs. Marlen Bollman

Mrs. Marlen Bollman

Feb 18, 2018

Marlen Bollman (Zeimetz), Age 85, a resident of New Lenox, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, February 18, 2018. Beloved wife of Robert Bollman; loving mother of Sheri (William) Arendt and Jeffrey (Beverly) Bollman; cherished grandmother of Jack and Jason Arendt, and Grant and Bryce Bollman. Marlen was preceded in death by her parents William and Ivy Zeimetz (Parker). Marlen was...

Herbert W. Gieseler

Herbert W. Gieseler

Feb 18, 2018

HERBERT W. GIESELER Age 88, of Crete, passed away Sunday, February 18th, 2018 at St. James Hospital in Chicago Heights. Herbert is survived by his loving family, wife, Norma Gieseler (Reiners), children, Leslie Gieseler, Brian (Beth) Gieseler, grandchildren, Brianna Gieseler, Brittany Gieseler, siblings, Wilbert Gieseler, Wilma Reiners and several nieces and nephews. Herbert was preceded in death by his parents,...

Jack Jensen

Jack Jensen

Feb 18, 2018

Jacob (Jack) Jensen was born on June 13, 1933 in Chicago, the son of Axel and Margaret Jensen. He passed away on Sunday, February 18, 2018 at his new home in Algonquin with family by his side. He bravely fought prostate cancer, beating it for over 20 years. Jack lived in Chicago or on his aunt's farm in Minnesota until...

Glenn Edward Adam,  Sr.

Glenn Edward Adam, Sr.

Feb 17, 2018

Glenn Edward Adam Sr. of New Lenox, passed away peacefully Saturday, February 17, 2018 at the age of 75 after a brief illness. Glenn was born in Chicago July 13, 1942, but grew up and was educated in Rolla, MO. Glenn was a New Lenox resident for 47 years and was known by many for his wonderful personality and sense...

Brennan Joseph Brian Ebel

Brennan Joseph Brian Ebel

Feb 17, 2018

Brennan Joseph Brian Ebel Age 19, a resident of New Lenox, passed away Saturday, February 17, 2018. Loving son of Brian and Kimberly (Brennan); beloved brother of Mairghread Ebel and Griffin Ebel; dearest grandson of Michael and Mary Brennan and Nancy Ebel and Kevin (Regina) Ebel; dear great grandson of Joseph Brennan; cherished nephew of Jennifer Brennan, Keith (Lisa) Ebel,...

Robert P. Norwich

Robert P. Norwich

Feb 17, 2018

ROBERT P. NORWICH Age 62, of Frankfort, passed away at his home on Saturday, February 17th, 2018. Robert is survived by his loving family, his wife of 35 years, Linda Norwich (Rudnicki), father, Robert S. Norwich, children, Colin (Amber) Norwich, Matthew Norwich, Amy (fiance Tim Ittersagen) Norwich, Erik Norwich, grandchildren, Nathan Norwich, Madelyn Norwich, siblings, Dean (Susie) Norwich, Paul Norwich,...

Jerry Wayne Collins

Jerry Wayne Collins

Feb 15, 2018

Jerry Wayne Collins, 78, went to the Lord Thursday, February 15, 2018. He was born January 28, 1940 in Sullivan, Illinois. He was the son of Reo Collins and Viola (Ingram) Florey. He was preceded in death by his parents, his step father Charles "Shorty" Florey, brothers Clifford and Rick (Barbara Bruce Collins), sisters Dorothy (Howard) Vieweg and Linda Wellner....

John F. Kropp

John F. Kropp

Feb 15, 2018

John F. Kropp 72, of Tinley Park, passed away Thursday, February 15, 2018 at Silver Cross Hospital in New Lenox. John was born in Chicago to the late Allen and Helen (nee Laff) Kropp. Beloved husband of Barbara (nee Beaver); loving father of the late James Kropp, Robert Kropp, and Diana (Jose) Guzman; cherished grandpa of Jesse Guzman, Christian Guzman,...

Richard T. Wasso

Richard T. Wasso

Feb 14, 2018

RICHARD T. WASSO Age 72, of Matteson, passed away at his home on Wednesday, February 14th, 2018. Richard is survived by his loving family, siblings, Larry (Marie) Wasso, Louise Wasso, sister-in-law, Bernice Wasso and many nieces and nephews. Richard was preceded in death by his parents, Fred & Martha Wasso (Sinwelski), siblings, Fred (Sandy) Wasso and Daniel Wasso. Richard was...

Geraldine M. Ward

Geraldine M. Ward

Feb 13, 2018

Geraldine M. "Gerri" Ward, age 68, of Homer Glen, passed away peacefully, Tuesday, February 13, 2018. Born in Chicago, Illinois. Gerri enjoyed gardening, traveling, spending time with family especially her children and grandchildren. Preceded in death by her loving husband Daryl Ward Sr. and her parents Wallace and Geraldine Copeland. Survived by her children, Kathleen (Jeremy) Tucker, Kristen Ward, and...

Mr. Thomas R. O'Leary

Mr. Thomas R. O'Leary

Feb 12, 2018

Thomas R. O'Leary Age 65, a resident of Braidwood, IL., passed away on Monday, February 12, 2018. Beloved husband of Carol (Romanelli); loving father of Michele Gormack, Tom (Janine) O'Leary, and Joy O'Leary; cherished grandfather of Emily and Ryan Gormack; dear brother of Maureen (Ed) Kwiatkowski, Nancy Simon, Dennis O'Leary, and Eileen (Don) Major; also survived by numerous loving nieces...

Allen B. Dorich

Allen B. Dorich

Feb 11, 2018

Allen B. Dorich Allen Brian Dorich passed away in home Sunday, February 11, 2018. His legacy is fondly cherished in the memories of his five children, Kimberly Lynn Warner, Allen Brian Dorich Jr., John (Jack) Vincent Dorich, Allison Nicole Dorich, and Chelsea Michelle Dorich; as well as by his brother Victor Dorich, and seven grandchildren. Skilled with his hands, Al...

Bert D. Fouts

Bert D. Fouts

Feb 11, 2018

Bert D. Fouts Age 72, a resident of Richton Park, IL passed away on Sunday, February 11, 2018. Loving brother of Gerald (late Olga "Pat") Fouts; cherished uncle of William (Mary "Tina") Ruppel, Tammy (Jeff) Sheffler, Bonnie (Jay) Bell and Connie (Michael) Blondin and great-uncle of Eric and Adam Ruppel, Olivia and Reece Bell, and Grant, Logan, and Trent Blondin;...

Betty Lou Scally

Betty Lou Scally

Feb 11, 2018

Betty Lou Scally (Satterfield) Age 77, a resident of Matteson formerly of Dolton, Crown Point, IN, and Scheller, IL, passed away on Sunday, February 11, 2018. Beloved wife of the late John James Scally, Sr.; loving mother of Timothy (Gail) Scally, Patricia (William) Keenan, Michael (Dawn) Scally and the late John James Scally, Jr.; dearest sister of Jeff (Nancy) Satterfield,...