Obituaries

Kurtz Memorial Chapel Obituaries

Local obituaries for the Frankfort and New Lenox, IL area

Robert Raymond Reiter

Robert Raymond Reiter

Feb 28, 2014

Reiter, Robert Raymond (Bob) 93 of Frankfort passed away early Friday morning peacefully with family at his side. Devoted and loving Husband of Dorothy nee Smego for 71 years. Loving Father of Randy (Mary), Gregg (Donna), Cindy (Ed) Ludera, Laurie (Norm) Glass, Jeff (Sophia), and Beth Ingle. Loving Grandpa of his fourteen "Peanuts": Tim, Stephanie, Joel, Erin, Sean, Nathan, Suzanne,...

Roxann E. Bisping-Berkes

Roxann E. Bisping-Berkes

Feb 27, 2014

Roxann E. Bisping-Berkes Age 57, life-long resident of New Lenox, passed away on Thursday, February 27th, 2014. Beloved wife of the late Larry; beloved aunt of Rhonda and David and great-aunt of Tony and Sierra; loving adopted sister of Kim (John), and Megan; dear cousin of Calvin V. and life-long friend of Kate and Jean; also survived by the Berkes...

Ronald R. Bonfiglio

Ronald R. Bonfiglio

Feb 27, 2014

Ronald R. Bonfiglio 75, late of New Lenox, formerly of Glenwood, IL, passed away Thursday, February 27, 2014 at his home. Born in Chicago to the late Ralph and Theresa (nee Campisano) Bonfiglio; Beloved husband of Elaine (nee Gherardi); Loving father of T. Ronald (Brenda), Paul (Gina) and Donald (Jill); Cherished grandfather of Ryan and Mariah, Francesca and Vincent, Mia...

Helen F. Papp

Helen F. Papp

Feb 25, 2014

Helen F. Papp (nee Engel) Age 97, of Frankfort formerly of Oak Lawn and Chicago, passed away on February 25, 2014. Loving wife of late Fred Papp Jr.; beloved mother of Fred (Mary) Papp III and Margaret (late Gerard) Starybrat; dearest sister of the late Edwin, Robert, Jack and Donald Engel, Dorothy Kennedy and Marie Crist; cherished grandmother of Fred...

Mr. Russell J. Musselman,  Jr.

Mr. Russell J. Musselman, Jr.

Feb 25, 2014

Musselman Jr., Russell Russell Musselman Jr, 82, lifelong resident of Lockport joined his beloved wife of 58 years, Rosie (deceased Dec 26, 2013) while surrounded by his loved ones, on Tuesday, February 25, 2014. Russ was the middle child born to the late Russell and Elsie Musselman on August 2, 1931. He is survived by two loving daughters, Collette (Brett)...

Adelaide M. Beemsterboer

Adelaide M. Beemsterboer

Feb 24, 2014

Adelaide M. Beemsterboer (nee Klees) 89, of New Lenox, formerly of the Roseland area of Chicago, passed away Monday, February 24, 2014 at her home. Born in Chicago to the late Jacob and Mary (nee Brickel) Klees. Living in New Lenox the past 43 years. Beloved wife of the late Bernard E. Beemsterboer; Loving mother of Thomas (Joanne), Paul (Carola)...

Richard J. Furdek

Richard J. Furdek

Feb 23, 2014

Richard J. Furdek Age 82, passed away Sunday, February 23, 2014 at the University of Chicago Hospital. Survived by his loving wife of 54 years Patricia (nee Ruettiger); his children, Pamela Perona, Michael Furdek and Stephen Furdek; grandchildren, Jillian Perona, Stephanie Kozora, Kele Cristofaro, Jacob and Amanda Furdek; great grandson Brantley Lerner and two sisters. Preceded in death by his...

Dorothy E Daum

Dorothy E Daum

Feb 22, 2014

DOROTHY E. DAUM (WOODS) Age 91 of Matteson, passed away peacefully, Saturday, February 22, 2014 at her daughter's home in New Lenox, IL. Dorothy is survived by her loving family, children, Georgia (Ron) Hart, Mary Ellen (Chris) Winemiller, JoAnn (Randall) Alferink, sister, Margaret Woods, grandchildren, Jennifer (Brad) Collins, Heather Hart, Jessica Alferink, Jason Alferink and Amber Winemiller. Dorothy was preceded...

Charles "Chuck" E Eller

Charles "Chuck" E Eller

Feb 21, 2014

CHARLES "CHUCK" E. ELLER Charles E. Eller, 90, died peacefully at his home on Friday, February 21, 2014 surrounded by his loving family. Charles was a resident of New Lenox for the past 57 years. Charles served in the U.S. Navy during World War II, having been stationed in Hawaii and Guam as a radioman. He was employed as an...

Dolores M. Hypke

Dolores M. Hypke

Feb 20, 2014

DOLORES M. HYPKE (LAWNICZAK) Age 87, of Palos Heights, passed away on Thursday, February 20th, 2014 at Manor Care of Palos Heights. Dolores is survived by her loving family, children, Deborah (Kenneth) Glover, Daniel Hypke, David (Chris) Hypke, Duane (Debbera) Hypke, grandchildren, Julie (Eric) Erway, Kenneth Glover, Jr., Justin Glover, Adam Hypke, Matthew Hypke, Blake (Katie) Hypke, Tara (Ben) Coglin,...

William F. Kuhn

William F. Kuhn

Feb 20, 2014

Bill Kuhn, age 86, of Mokena was a proud veteran of the U.S. Army, 1945-1947. He looked forward to being reunited with his parents and friends from Holy Cross parish. Married 63 years to his beloved wife Elaine with whom he shared a wonderful life. He was a graduate of Mt. Carmel High School and Loyola University. Dear brother of...

Mr. Ronald P. Leet

Mr. Ronald P. Leet

Feb 19, 2014

Ronald P. Leet Age 57, of Frankfort, passed away Wednesday, February 19th, 2014 at his home with his family at his side. Beloved husband of Sheila nee Fowler; loving father of Dennis "Keith" Leet, Stephanie (Dewey) Lee, and Ashley (Michael) Magruder; cherished grandfather of Joe, Kevin, Grayson, Landen, Hudson, Ryker, Kensington, Jason and Kayley; dear brother of Richard (Roberta) Leet...

Leroy "Butch" Molitor

Leroy "Butch" Molitor

Feb 19, 2014

Leroy E. "Butch" Molitor, age 60, at rest February 19th; beloved husband and best friend for over 38 years of Debbie nee Ozimek; loving Dad of Lee (Beth), Brett (Jenny) and Marc; cherished Papa of Cooper and Eddie; fond brother of Vicki (Russ) Janicki; dearest uncle of Jasmine, Lisa, Kenny and Marty; son-in-law of Emily and the late Edward Ozimek;...

Irene L. Berg

Irene L. Berg

Feb 18, 2014

Irene L. Berg (nee Mroz) Age 85, of Frankfort formerly of Olympia Fields, passed away on February 18, 2014. Loving mother of Sandy Babka, Jacki (Gene) Halsall, Ginger (Rodger Glover) Point and Renee (Frank) Hanicek; beloved sister of Raymond Mroz , Leo (Dorothy) Mroz and the late Isabelle Green; dearest grandmother of 9, cherished great grandma of 6 and fond...

Roger A. Barlow

Roger A. Barlow

Feb 17, 2014

Roger A. Barlow 63, late of Joliet, formerly of New Lenox, passed away Monday, February 17, 2014 at his home. He was born in Joliet to the late Donald C. and Elrieda (nee Genens) Barlow. Loving father of Rick Barlow, Nicole (Zachary) Ryther and Caitlyn Barlow; Cherished grandfather of Lucas and Emma Ryther; Dear brother of Bernadette (Ken) Martin, Jo...

Judy Kraulidis

Judy Kraulidis

Feb 16, 2014

Judy Kraulidis, nee Sandstrom. Age 67. Beloved wife of Tim. Loving mother of Tim (Debbie), Todd, Brian (Erin), and Michael. Dear Nana of Noah, Haley, Dylan, Logan, Mason and Riley. Cherished sister of 7. Memorial Visitation, Saturday February 22, 2014 from 12pm – 7pm with Chapel Service at 5pm at Kurtz Memorial Chapel, 65 Old Frankfort Way, Frankfort, IL.

Dolores S. Wisniewski

Dolores S. Wisniewski

Feb 16, 2014

Dolores S. Wisniewski (nee Juriga) 82, late of New Lenox, passed away Sunday, February 16, 2014. Born in Chicago to the late Steve and Bertha (nee Moskwa) Juriga. Beloved wife of the late Francis J. Wisniewski; Loving mother of, Karen (John) Cira, James (Denise) Wisniewski and Donna (Tom) Shimkus; Cherished grandmother of Amy (Shawn) Swanson, Steven Leshko, Abby (Keith) Mason,...

Ms. Nancy Spangler-Swenson

Ms. Nancy Spangler-Swenson

Feb 14, 2014

Swenson-Spangler Nancy Age 81, of Greenacres, FL., passed away on February 14, 2014 in JFK Medical Center, Atlantis, FL. She was born and raised in Lockport, IL., and was a Class of 1950 graduate of Lockport High School. Nancy relocated to Pompano Beach, FL., and settled in Greenacres, FL. She was rich in family and friends, enjoying her life with...

Joseph R. Bruckner,  Md

Joseph R. Bruckner, Md

Feb 13, 2014

JOSEPH R. BRUCKNER, MD Age 66, of New Lenox, passed away on Thursday, February 13th, 2014 at his home in New Lenox. Joseph is survived by his loving family, wife, Corinne Bruckner (Randall), children, Joseph C. (Rebecca) Bruckner, Katrina C. (Robert) Mata, siblings, Brian (Irene) Bruckner, James (Julie) Bruckner, Jeanne Bruckner, grandchildren, Joseph T. Bruckner, Jack C. Bruckner and several...

Rhonda J. Guildenzoph

Rhonda J. Guildenzoph

Feb 12, 2014

RHONDA J. GUILDENZOPH (SPLITGERBER) Age 56, of New Lenox, passed away on Wednesday, February 12th, 2014 at Silver Cross Hospital in New Lenox. Rhonda is survived by her loving family, husband, John A. Guildenzoph, father, Bill Splitgerber, children, Ben Guildenzoph, Marc Guildenzoph, Cari (David) Ingram, John Guildenzoph, siblings, William, Dawn, grandchildren, Anthony, Rori and Jacob. Rhonda was preceded in death...