Obituaries

Kurtz Memorial Chapel Obituaries

Local obituaries for the Frankfort and New Lenox, IL area

Dennis L. Miner

Dennis L. Miner

Nov 6, 2013

Dennis Miner Age 67, of Joliet passed away on Wednesday, November 6th, 2013. Beloved brother of Dale Minor and the late Kathy Miner; loving son of the late Lloyd Miner and the late Norma McPhee. A graveside service will be held on Monday, November 11, 2013 at Woodlawn Memorial Park 3201 W. Jefferson Street, Joliet at 10:0am. Funeral arrangements handled...

Mr. Carmen J. Petro

Mr. Carmen J. Petro

Nov 5, 2013

Carmen J. Petro Age 89, of Mokena, IL., passed away on Tuesday, November 5th, 2013 in Palos Heights. Beloved husband of Anna nee Tacialis; loving father of Concetta "Connie" (Rick) Starczewski and Mary (Michael) Kimmey; cherished grandfather of Beth and Lauren Starczewski; dear brother of Mary (Sam) Vinci, Louis Petro, Josephine Petro, and Rose (Bob) Hardek; also survived by numerous...

Richard N. Kresser

Richard N. Kresser

Nov 5, 2013

Richard N. Kresser Age 76, of Frankfort formerly of Hanover Park passed away on Tuesday, November 5th, 2013. Beloved husband of Maureen McDermott; loving father of Debra (Richard) Hirschberg, John (Lisa) Kresser and Kathleen Kresser-Yerman; cherished grandfather of Heather, Shelby, Nicholas, Kristen, Courtney and Lyndsey. He was preceded in death by his parents Nicholas and Helen (nee Kelly) Kresser; siblings...

Edward A. Major

Edward A. Major

Nov 4, 2013

EDWARD A. MAJOR Age 94, longtime resident of Lockport, passed away Monday November 4th, 2013 at Blessing Hospital in Quincy, IL. Edward is survived by his loving family, children, Judy (Richard) Ellen, Janet (Richard) Simpson, Joseph (Becky) Major, Jeffrey (Cindy) Major, grandchildren, Jason Simpson, Robb (Melissa) Simpson, Kaley Major, Jaclyn Major, great grandchildren, Ian Simpson and Abbey Simpson. Edward was...

Raymond R. Maze,  Sr.

Raymond R. Maze, Sr.

Nov 2, 2013

RAYMOND R. MAZE, SR. Age 85, of Steger, passed away on Saturday, November 2nd, 2013 at St. James Hospital in Chicago Heights, IL. Raymond is survived by his loving family, children, Raymond (Linda) Maze, Jr., James (Ruth) Maze, Margaret (Richard) Derosier, Nancy (Russ) Pearson, John (Mary) Maze, 13 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. Raymond was preceded in death by his...

Mr. Ronald J. Buffano

Mr. Ronald J. Buffano

Nov 2, 2013

Ronald J. Buffano Age 57, of Elwood, IL., formerly of Riverdale, IL., passed away on Saturday, November 2nd, 2013 in Joliet. Beloved husband of Sheila nee Richardson; loving father of Nicholas (Kenna Kowalski); dear brother of Alan (Sue) Buffano and David Buffano; and brother-in-law of William, Diana (Laurence), Laura, and Denise (Patrick); Uncle Buck to Maeve; fond uncle of many...

John P Ellis

John P Ellis

Nov 1, 2013

John P. Ellis 82, of New Lenox, passed away Friday, November 1, 2013 at his home. John was born in Trimble, IL to the late Samuel M. and Goldie F. (nee Creed). He is survived by his loving family; his wife Marge (nee Roberts); sons, John W. (Donna), Jim (Theresa) and Dale; daughter, Marie Roberts; ten grandchildren and 4 ½...

Earl W. Loucks

Earl W. Loucks

Oct 30, 2013

Age 94, born in Pennsylvania, longtime resident of Joliet passed away Wednesday, October 30, 2013 and a veteran of the US NAVY serving in World War II. Preceded in death by parents, father John , mother Cathrine, son John (Mia), brother Frank (Stella), sister Thelma (Charles) Kiehl. Survived by loving wife Frances Loucks (nee Couch); beloved father of the late...

Frankie V. Enriquez

Frankie V. Enriquez

Oct 29, 2013

Frankie V. Enriquez 41, late of Manhattan, passed away Tuesday, October 29, 2013. Frank was born in Oak Lawn to Rene and Virginia (nee Grishim) Enriquez. Beloved Husband of Dorothy (nee Pieczulis); Loving Daddy of Brianna, Ava and Kristina; Dear Brother of Rene Enriquez, Ricky (Beth) Enriquez, Christoper Dalzell, Jozette Enriquez, Tiffaney Enriquez and Ashley Enriquez. Numerous aunts, uncles, nieces,...

Mrs. Marguerite Zatloukal

Mrs. Marguerite Zatloukal

Oct 27, 2013

Marguerite Zatloukal nee Fundukian Age 89, of Chicago, passed away Sunday, October 27, 2013 at Smith Village in Chicago. Beloved wife of the late William; loving mother of Susan (Ronald) Petricig, Paul (Lori) Trimble, Mark (Lynn) Trimble, Darcy Bowen and stepmother of William (Diane) Zatloukal, Jr., James (Sally) Zatloukal, David (Cathy) Zatloukal, Jill (Bryan) Peter; cherished grandmother of 16 and...

Mario L. Santos

Mario L. Santos

Oct 27, 2013

MARIO L. SANTOS Age 66, of Manhattan, passed away Sunday October 27th, 2013 at his home in Manhattan. Mario is survived by his loving family, wife, Kim Tenney, father, Amado Santos, son, Napoleon Santos, siblings, Edna DeGuzman, Remee Suarez, Gil Saints-Santos, brother-in-law, John Tenney and sister-in-law, Claudia (Richard) Kasper. Mario was preceded in death by his mother, Nieves Santos (Lacson)....

Mr. Walter W. Heap

Mr. Walter W. Heap

Oct 26, 2013

Walter W. Heap Age 69, resident of Minooka, IL passed away on Saturday, October 26, 2013 at home with his family at his side. Beloved husband of Ellyn nee Coon; loving father of Bryan (Michelle) Heap, Ian (Kathylee) Heap, and Dustin Heap; cherished grandfather of Jacob, Lucas, Ethan, Elizabeth, Addison, and Avery Heap. He was preceded in death by his...

Edna M. Bartlett

Edna M. Bartlett

Oct 26, 2013

Edna M. Bartlett, 90 of Bradley, IL, formerly of the Chicago area, passed away on Saturday, October 26, 2013. Edna was born and worked in Chicago, and was preceded in death by her parents, sisters and brothers. "Aunt Edna" was beloved by many nieces, nephews, family and friends, all recipients of her love, her smile, her photo histories, and her...

Yolanda Saggione

Yolanda Saggione

Oct 25, 2013

Yolanda T. Saggione (nee Greco), age 84 of Orland Park formerly of Chicago passed away on Friday, October 25, 2013. Loving wife of the late Louis Saggione Sr.; beloved daughter of the late Clement and Marie Greco; dearest mother of Donna (Frank) Nebe, Suzanne (late August) Anselone, LuAnn (Michael) Doyle and Louis (Connie) Saggione Jr.; fond sister of late Bartholomeu...

Brian H. Buchler

Brian H. Buchler

Oct 23, 2013

Brian H. Buchler 66, late of New Lenox, formerly of Crete passed away Wednesday, October 23, 2013 at Joliet Area Community Hospice Home. Brian was born in Chicago to the late Matthew M. and Gertrude (nee Parks) Buchler. Beloved husband of Patricia (nee Fahey); Loving father of Michael (Kimberly) Buchler and Jennifer Mox; Cherished grandfather of Avery Karen, and Ainsley...

Victoria G. Lambrecht

Victoria G. Lambrecht

Oct 22, 2013

Victoria Gerodimos Lambrecht 86, died on October 22, 2013 in Hilton Head SC. from complications of a stroke. Vicki was born in Detroit, MI on October 27, 1926 to John and Bertha Gerodimos. She and her family moved to Chicago when she was 3 where she grew up and graduated from Hyde Park High School. She attended Barat College and...

Mrs. Mary T. Welsh

Mrs. Mary T. Welsh

Oct 22, 2013

Mary "Mae" Welsh nee Mostyn Age 83, passed away peacefully at Edward hospital in Naperville on October 22nd, surrounded by her loving family. Mary is survived by her husband of 61 years, Donald Welsh; brother Joseph Mostyn; sons Richard, David, Dennis, Patrick Welsh; daughter Patricia Freeman; grandchildren Nicholas, Megan, Max, Jessica, Anna, Jarien, Michelle and numerous nieces and nephews. She...

Mrs. Dorothy M. Rex

Mrs. Dorothy M. Rex

Oct 22, 2013

Dorothy Marie Rex Dorothy Marie (Aspel) Rex, 93, passed away Tuesday, October 22, 2013 at Rosewood Care Center, Joliet, IL. Born October 13, 1920 to Howard J and Agnes (Jungles) Aspel. Married Fred W. Rex on April 19, 1941 at St. Dennis Church, where she was an active lifelong member. Dorothy was a homemaker and also worked many years as...

Bruce L. Knight

Bruce L. Knight

Oct 21, 2013

Bruce L. Knight 62, of Mokena, formerly of Oak Forest passed away Monday, October 21, 2013 at his home with his family by his side. Bruce was born in Chicago to James Knight and the late Judith (nee Riley) Knight. Beloved husband of Cynthia (nee Moretti); Loving father of James (Sherry) Knight and Casey (Dana) Knight; Cherished grandfather of Brody...

Nancy M. Crawford

Nancy M. Crawford

Oct 21, 2013

Nancy M. Crawford (nee Martin) 74, of Braceville, formerly of New Lenox passed away Monday, October 21, 2013. Beloved wife of the late Robert T. Crawford; Loving mother of Victor Pedretti, Wendy (Tom) George, and the late Robert Crawford; Cherished grandmother of Nicole (Ryan) Micheletto, Amanda (Glen) Reyelts, Heather (T.J.) Henderson, Sara George, Tommy George and Jenny Pedretti; five great...