Obituaries

Kurtz Memorial Chapel Obituaries

Local obituaries for the Frankfort and New Lenox, IL area

Randy Chuvala

Randy Chuvala

Jan 18, 2023

Randy Chuvala, age 68, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Wednesday, January

18th, 2023.

Beloved husband for over 40 years to Joanne Chuvala (Bruno).

Loving brother-in-law to Ed (Debbie) Bruno, Bob (Mary) Bruno, and John (Pat)

LaBennett.

Uncle to Jennifer (Craig) Walls, Joe (Anna) Bruno, Mike Bruno and Jim Bruno.

Randy was proceeded in death by his parents, John and Evelyn Chuvala and his

brother and...

Norma Elaine (Bauer Meyer) Nelson

Norma Elaine (Bauer Meyer) Nelson

Jan 15, 2023

Norma Elaine (Bauer Meyer) Nelson, 96, formerly of Chicago Heights, passed away at her home in Paris, IL on Jan. 15, 2023. She was preceded in death by her husband of 42 years, Arthur “Art” Meyer in 1985 and her husband of 27 years, James “Jim” Nelson in 2014. Loving mother of Rev. Dr. Dale (Diane) Meyer, Bruce (late Carol)...

Marian  L.  Crepinsek

Marian L. Crepinsek

Jan 12, 2023

Marian L. Crepinsek, 89, of Matteson, passed away peacefully on January 12, 2023 in Mill Creek, IN. Marian was the beloved wife of the late Anton J. Crepinsek, Sr., devoted mother of the late Lorraine Crepinsek, Cathy (Jeff) Engler, Anton J. (Annette) Crepinsek Jr., Robert (Mary Kay) Crepinsek, Diane (late Ed) Scher, Marianne (late Ron) Clark, and cherished grandmother of...

Debra J. Klausing

Debra J. Klausing

Jan 11, 2023

Debra Jean Klausing (nee Johanson)

Age 60, of New Lenox, passed away Wednesday, January 11, 2023 at Lightways Hospice, Joliet, IL. Debra was born in Joliet, IL to the late Edward W. and Jean D. (nee Brown) Johanson.  

Beloved wife of Allen L. Klausing; loving mother of Krystle Tempel and Katy Klausing; cherished grandmother of Emry Sky Klausing-James and Kiora Daisy...

Nestor Jasso Perez

Nestor Jasso Perez

Jan 11, 2023

Nestor Jasso Perez, 85 of Steger went home to the Lord, Jan 11, 2023 and is now reunited with his wife Delia Garcia Perez who preceded him in 2018. Survived by his loving family, children: Corina (Tom) Schelfo of Cedar Lake, IN, Daniel Perez of Chicago Heights, Norma (Joseph) Nakvos of Chicago Heights, Michael (Julie) Perez of Shorewood, Jo Ann...

Loretta Kartch

Loretta Kartch

Jan 6, 2023

Loretta (nee DeSantis) Kartch, age 74, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 6, 2023 with her family and friends by her side.

Loretta is survived by her beloved husband Richard of nearly 55 years; daughters, Dina and Nikki; grandson, Tracker; sister, Madeline; and 32 nieces and nephews and several cousins.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Andrew and Virginia (nee...

Esther Marsiglio

Esther Marsiglio

Jan 4, 2023

ESTHER MARSIGLIO

(JANISIEWICZ)

Age 99, formerly of Chicago, Crete and Frankfort, passed away on Wednesday, January 4th, 2023 at Plymouth Place in LaGrange.

Esther is survived by her loving family, children, Ronald (Marsha) Marsiglio, Lynn (Mark) Yanke, Linda (Michael) Brncick, sister, Irene Koury, grandchildren, Mark (Cindi) Marsiglio, Lisa (Jason) Leake, Neil (Lyndal) Yanke, Adam (Rupel) Yanke, Greg Brncick, Alison (Mark) Riegel, great grandchildren,...

Benjamin J Alvarado

Benjamin J Alvarado

Jan 3, 2023

Benjamin J. Alvarado

Age 25 a lifelong resident of New Lenox passed away on Wednesday, January 3rd 2023.

Ben is survived by his loving family, parents Linda Alvarado (Edwards), Abel (Tiwana) Alvarado, siblings Nicholas (Mariah) Alvarado, Christina Alvarado, aunts Cindy (Barry) Underwood, Ruth (Dennis) Shutty, and several other aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Ben was preceded in death by his grandparents Kenneth Edwards, Laura...

Ron Hnetkovsky

Ron Hnetkovsky

Jan 3, 2023

Ron Hnetkovsky, age 78, a resident of Channahon, formerly of Elwood and Wilton Center, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Tuesday, January 3, 2022 at Ascension St. Joseph Medical Center in Joliet. Loving husband of Barbara Hnetkovsky (Becker); beloved daughters Deanna Hnetkovsky, Donna (Chester) Naleway; brother of Willam (Janet) Hnetkovsky; cherished grandfather of Alex Hauschild, Ariana...

Donald K. Heller Sr.

Donald K. Heller Sr.

Jan 3, 2023

DONALD K. HELLER SR.

Age 93, of Orland Park, passed away on Tuesday, January 3rd, 2023 at Smith Crossing in Orland Park.

Donald is survived by his loving family, children, Keith (Maxine) Heller Jr., Kevin (Laura) Heller, Beth (Bill) Crittendon, step-children, Debbie Deems, Rob Goffin, grandchildren, Nathan Heller, Zack Heller, Delaney Heller, Allyson (fiancée Alec Lester) Heller, Hannah Heller, Jacob Heller, Kayla...

Annie Triumph

Annie Triumph

Dec 30, 2022

ANNIE TRIUMPH

Age 51, of Frankfort, passed away on Friday, December 30th, 2022 at her home in Frankfort.

Annie is survived by her loving family, mother, Sylvia Triumph (Neuens), sister, Jennifer Triumph, cousins, Frank Badalli, Tracy Triumph and very best friend Joan Kustwin.

Annie was preceded in death by her father, Robert Triumph.

Annie was a former member of Prestwick Country Club swim team;...

Lola Coleman

Lola Coleman

Dec 29, 2022

Lola Coleman (née Lane), of Frankfort, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family, on Thursday, December 29, 2022, after a courageous cancer battle. A lifelong resident of Frankfort, IL, Lola was born on June 5, 1946 and graduated in 1964 from Lincoln Way High School. One of seven children, she was a beloved daughter of Bettie and the late Walter...

Bruce P. Renken

Bruce P. Renken

Dec 29, 2022

Bruce P. Renken, age 67, a resident of Mokena formerly of Oak Lawn, passed away on Thursday, December 29th, 2022 at Lightways Hospice House in Joliet. Loving husband of Ellen Renken (Kluth); beloved father of Brian (Charmaine) Renken and Heather (Ron) O’Neal; dearest brother of James (Denise) Renken, Ronald (Joan) Renken, Kevin (Amy) Renken and Gary (Sharon) Renken; cherished grandfather...

James R. Posthumus

James R. Posthumus

Dec 29, 2022

James Posthumus, age 60, passed away at his home on Thursday, December 29, 2022 with his family by his side.

James is survived by his beloved wife Kathy (nee Payne) Posthumus; mother Elaine Martino; siblings, John (Susan) Posthumus, Kathy (Nick) Laphen; grandchildren Aryssa and Autumn; daughter-in-law Ashley Posthumus; mother-in-law, Sally Kutchinski; sister-in-laws, Brenda Payne, and Dawn (Dan) Wheatley; and brother-in-law Wally...

Gina Marie Koyer

Gina Marie Koyer

Dec 29, 2022

Gina Marie Koyer age 55 of Naples, FL, formerly of Villa Park, IL was called home on Thursday, December 29, 2022. Gina passed away peacefully in her sleep in the home she loved dearly. Gina was born in Elmhurst, IL on January 10, 1967, to Mitchell and the late RoseAnn Koyer. She lived most of her life in Villa Park,...

Robert C. Fredrickson

Robert C. Fredrickson

Dec 28, 2022

Robert C Fredrickson, age 78, a resident of Manteno, formerly of New Lenox, passed away on Wednesday, December 28, 2022 at St. Joseph Medical Center in Joliet. Loving husband of Carolyn Fredrickson (Cook); beloved father of Robert D. Fredrickson, James E. (Angela) Fredrickson and Jeffrey D. (Brittany) Fredrickson; cherished grandfather of Lizzie, Cali, Logan, Madison and Brayden. He was preceded...

Barbara J. Soth

Barbara J. Soth

Dec 28, 2022

Barbara J. Soth (nee Noone)

Age 73, of Orland Park, passed away Wednesday, December 28, 2022, at Silver Cross Hospital, New Lenox, IL. Barb was born in Chicago, IL to the late Thomas and Augusta (nee Panzarella) Noone. Beloved wife of Rick Soth; loving mother of Amy (Mark) Burnam, and Joshua (Michelle) Soth; cherished grandmother of Paige Soth, Justin Bafia, and...

Roberta L.  Amadio

Roberta L. Amadio

Dec 27, 2022

Roberta L. Amadio (nee Haskell), 85 of Peotone, formerly Chicago Heights, passed away suddenly, Dec. 27, 2022 in Largo, FL. Beloved wife of the late Richard Amadio, Sr., cherished mother of Richard, Jr. (Charlotte) Amadio of Chicago Heights and Renee (David) Klimala of Lansing; fond grandmother of Joseph (Laura) Amadio, Anthony (Lelia) Amadio, Nicholas (Candice) Amadio; Ben Klimala, and Jenna...

Sandra Ann Kreger

Sandra Ann Kreger

Dec 26, 2022

Sandra Ann (nee Barowsky) Kreger, age 61, passed away on Monday, December 26, 2022 at Palos Community Hospital.

Sandra is survived by her beloved husband, John Kreger; siblings, Dave (Joleen) Barowsky, Diane (late Brian) Hilty, Steve (Regina) Barowsky, Mark (Ann) Barowsky; and numerous nieces, and nephews.

She is preceded in death by her parents Wilfred and Joanne Barowsky.

Sandra will always be remembered...

Bernadette M. Hinton

Bernadette M. Hinton

Dec 26, 2022

Bernadette Mary Hinton

Age 94, of Joliet, IL passed away Monday, December 26, 2022, at Salem Village in Joliet, IL. Bernie was born in Ladd, IL to the late John and Josephine (King) Hinton. Dear sister of the late John (Cathy) Hinton, and the late Emil E.J. (Julia) Hinton, and Albert Hinton; loved aunt of several nieces and nephews; also survived...