Obituaries

Kurtz Memorial Chapel Obituaries

Local obituaries for the Frankfort and New Lenox, IL area

Edward A. Chekytis

Edward A. Chekytis

Dec 13, 2016

Edward A. Chekytis, age 52, a resident of Oak Lawn, IL., passed away on Tuesday, December 13, 2016. Loving brother of Susan Atkins; dear friend of Veronica and Joseph Cosentino and his Com-Ed family. Ed enjoyed Off Track Betting and golfing. Funeral services private.

Michael L. Lindsey

Michael L. Lindsey

Dec 12, 2016

Michael L. Lindsey Age 66 of Mokena, passed away on Monday, December 12, 2016. Michael was born in Hamilton, OH to the late Leland G. and Fannie N. (Turner) Lindsey. Loving father of Susan (Dave) O'Donnell, Michelle (Shannon) Lindsey. Cherished grandfather to Anthony, Ashley, Gillian, Lauren, and Mackenzie. Dear brother to Phillip Lindsey and the late Connie Woo. Fond uncle...

Patricia F. Rudzinski

Patricia F. Rudzinski

Dec 11, 2016

Patricia F. Rudzinski Patricia F. Rudzinski, 70 of Posen, Illinois passed away on Sunday, December 11, 2016 after a long battle with cancer. Patty was born on November 15, 1946 in Chicago, Illinois. Patty was a graduate of Chicago Vocational High School (CVS) in Chicago, Illinois. She retired from American General Finance after over 30 years of service. She was...

John M. Cantone

John M. Cantone

Dec 10, 2016

JOHN M. CANTONE Age 62 of Manhattan, passed away on Saturday, December 10th 2016 at Christ Hospital in Oak Lawn. John is survived by his loving family, wife, Laura Cantone (Ingersoll), mother, Dolores Cantone (Kagel), children, Cathie (Kevin) Richter, John Cantone, Gina (Philip) Speroff, siblings, Rick Cantone, Lisa Cantone, several nieces, nephews and a grandchild on the way. John was...

Anna G Wenzler

Anna G Wenzler

Dec 8, 2016

ANNA G. WENZLER (YAGER) Age 95, passed away Thursday, December 8th, 2016 at Sunny Hill Nursing Home in Joliet. Anna is survived by her loving family, children, Daniel (Joyce DePauw) Wenzler Sr., Joanne (James) Watts, son-in-law, Dan Mitchell, grandchildren, Daniel (Kristin) Wenzler Jr., Allison (Peter) Ackroyd, James Watts, Patrick Watts, Christopher (Megan Larson) Watts, Timothy Watts, Matthew Watts, Jason Mitchell,...

John P. Mcgraw,  Ed.D.

John P. Mcgraw, Ed.D.

Dec 8, 2016

John P. McGraw, Ed.D. 75, of New Lenox, passed away Thursday, December 08, 2016 at his home. John was born in St. Paul, MN to the late Frank P. and Margaret E. (nee Leiendecker) McGraw. Beloved husband of Maureen A. Dunne-McGraw; loving father of Kelly (Mike) Carroll, Patrick (Janice) Farritor, Tim (Tracy) Ferriter; Jack (Liz) Farritor, Bridget (Aaron) Davis, Caitlin...

Mr. Robert B. Bayr

Mr. Robert B. Bayr

Dec 8, 2016

Robert B. Bayr Age 77, resident of Frankfort, formerly of Sycamore, and South Holland, IL., passed away on Thursday, December 8, 2016. Beloved husband of Lois (nee Danan); loving father of Laura (Dean) Slager and the late Michael Bayr; cherished grandfather of Sara and Ethan Slager; dear brother of Lorraine (late George) Kempel. He was preceded in death by his...

Mr. Richard J. Iori

Mr. Richard J. Iori

Dec 7, 2016

Richard J. Iori Age 78, a resident of Calumet City, passed away December 7, 2016. Loving father of Stephen (Audra) Iori; cherished grandfather of Adam Iori; dear brother of Thomas (Theresa) Iori, and the late John Iori. Richard was a member of Laborers Local 75. The family will receive friends at Kurtz Memorial Chapel, 102 E. Francis Rd., New Lenox,...

Mr. Devaughn A. Miller

Mr. Devaughn A. Miller

Dec 6, 2016

DeVaughn A. Miller Age 88, passed away December 6, 2016. Beloved husband of Jacqueline (nee Vogt); loving father of Deborah (Steven) Wahlert, late Kyle (Lorraine Helferich), Pamela (Ronald) Schultz, Doak (Peggy) Miller, DeVaughn "Chip" (Karen) Miller, and Cary (Lori) Miller; also survived by numerous loving grandchildren and great-grandchildren. DeVaughn was preceded in death by his parents and siblings. He was...

Virginia M Johnson

Virginia M Johnson

Dec 5, 2016

VIRGINIA M. JOHNSON (RUTAN) Age 87, passed away December 5th, 2016 at Smith Crossing in Orland Park. Virginia is survived by her loving family, daughters, Karen (Dennis) Herrle, Peggy Driscoll, special niece, Pam (Jeff) Winterfeldt, siblings, Joan Daly, Don Rutan, grandchildren, Megan (Brett) O'Daniell, Laura (William) Edwards, great niece, Emily Winterfeldt, great grandchildren, Owen O'Daniell and Nicholas Edwards. Virginia was...

Deborah E. Harris

Deborah E. Harris

Dec 4, 2016

Deborah E. Harris (nee Pester) Age 49, of Joliet, passed away Sunday, December 4th, 2016 at Joliet Area Community Hospice House in Joliet. Deborah is survived by her loving family, parents John and Marsha (nee Sabin) Pester; brother Tim (Teresa) Pester; nieces and nephews Colton, Logan, Kamrin and Regan Pester and Shelby (Dustin) Silvus and Daniel Haren, numerous aunts, uncles...

Mr. George M. Ludolph Iii

Mr. George M. Ludolph Iii

Dec 3, 2016

George M. Ludolph III Age 61, resident of Wilmington, formerly of New Lenox, IL., passed away on Saturday, December3, 2016. Beloved son of Geraldine Ludolph (nee Woycheese) and the late George M. Ludolph II; loving father of George M. IV (Stefanie) Ludolph, the late Justin and late Michelle Ludolph; cherished grandfather of George M. Ludolph V, Leo, and Hazel; dear...

Stephen Rudoph Durovec,  Sr.

Stephen Rudoph Durovec, Sr.

Dec 3, 2016

Stephen R. Durovec Sr., 68, of New Lenox formerly of Chicago Heights, passed away on Saturday, December 3, 2016. He is survived by his loving family sons James (Pamela) Durovec and John Durovec; beloved grandchildren Ryan, Sara, Stephen Jr. Durovec; dearest brother Raymond Durovec. He was preceded in death by his wife Judith Durovec. A graveside service at Abraham Lincoln...

Staff Sergeant Domenic C. Andreoni

Staff Sergeant Domenic C. Andreoni

Dec 2, 2016

Staff Sergeant Domenic C. Andreoni age 30, of Elgin IL, formerly of Twentynine Palms and Camp Pendleton CA, raised in Mokena, IL. passed away suddenly on Friday, December 2, 2016. Loving husband of Cicely (nee McChesney) Andreoni, cherished father to daughter Ryan, beloved son of Ceasar and Colleen (nee Carter) Andreoni; dearest brother of Tricia (Paul) Boskey and Laura Greco;...

Nancy J. Lorenz

Nancy J. Lorenz

Dec 1, 2016

NANCY J. LORENZ (SMITH) Age 81, of New Lenox IL, formerly of Lansing IL, passed away December 1st, 2016 at her home in New Lenox, IL. Nancy is survived by her loving family, husband, Ronald Lorenz, children, Joe (Erin) Lorenz, Jeff (Sharon) Lorenz, Janell (Jeff) McDonald, grandchildren, Elyse Lorenz, John Lorenz, Lauren Lorenz, Jessica Lorenz, Carissa Lorenz, Mark Lorenz, Leah...

Marguerite M. Connors

Marguerite M. Connors

Dec 1, 2016

Marguerite M. Connors (nee Pratt), 84 passed away on Thursday, December 1, 2016. Beloved wife of the late William E. Connors; loving mother of William, Linda (John) Boncuore, Robert, and the late Julie; cherished grandmother of Michelle, Valerie, Andrew, Elizabeth, Jennifer, Robin, John, Brittany, and Katherine; and great-grandmother of Ella, Lian, and Lilly; fond sister of Sara and Richard; sister-in-law...

Marcia Russell

Marcia Russell

Nov 30, 2016

Marcia Russell, age 63 of Tinley Park, formerly of Alsip, passed away on Wednesday, November 30, 2016. Loving mother of Ronald (Kristyn) Vinicky and Kelli (Karl) Wohler; dearest daughter of the late Raymond and Lorraine (Brandt) Russell Sr.; beloved sister of Patty Spivak, Kathy Mack, the late Raymond Russell Jr. and the late Sharon Russell.; cherished grandmother of Alexis, Madison,...

James Blaise Giobbia

James Blaise Giobbia

Nov 29, 2016

James Blaise Giobbia Age 89, passed away peacefully on November 29, 2016. Veteran of World War II, serving with the U.S. Army, 1st Cavalry Division. Jim is survived by his children, James (Janine) Giobbia of Orland Park, Diane (Gil) Tallent of Oak Brook, Debbie (Jerry) Crandall of Frankfort, Don (Karen) Giobbia of Chicago, David (Terri) Giobbia of Lemont, Dina (Doug)...

Ms. Marie C. Colanto

Ms. Marie C. Colanto

Nov 29, 2016

Marie Colanto (nee Lathrop) 83, of Joliet, passed away on Tuesday, November 29, 2016. Beloved wife of the late Daniel N. Colanto; loving mother of Greg (Lisa Cardona) Colanto, Jeff (Esther) Colanto, Tim (Cheryl) Colanto, and Susan (Matthew) Kojs; cherished grandmother of Jason Colanto, Jennifer (Michael) Kazda, Gregory (Sameena) Colanto, Tim (Heather) Colanto, Matthew Kojs, Daniel Colanto, Olivia Colanto, and...

Mrs. Doris Ann Klemm

Mrs. Doris Ann Klemm

Nov 27, 2016

Doris Ann Klemm (Schulz) Age 72, resident of New Lenox, formerly of Chicago, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, November 27, 2016. Beloved wife of Sheldon Klemm; loving mother of Suzanne (Scott) Jablonski, and Matthew (Matthew Plecas) Klemm; cherished grandmother of Haley and Cameron Jablonski; dear sister of Robert Schulz, James Schulz, and Marylou Kaelbearer. She was preceded in death by...