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Richard F. Kraus

Visitation Date: Saturday, September 24, 2022
Visitation Time: 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Funeral Date: Saturday, September 24th, 2022
Funeral Time: 7:00 pm
Place of Funeral: Salerno's Rosedale Chapels
Funeral Notes: Visitation Saturday September 24, 2022 from 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. with a Chapel Service at 7:00 p.m.
Interment: Private

Richard Kraus, 90, of Hanover Park passed away peacefully on September 16th surrounded by his loved ones. He was born in Chicago on September 26, 1931, and he lived with his beloved partner Stephen J. Szynal for 37 years. Richard was born to Victoria (Maruszek) and Paul Peter Kraus. He was the youngest of nine children the late Mary, Genevieve, Helen, Monica, Henry, Loretta, Roman and Evelyn. Dear uncle of many nieces and nephews who will miss his sense of humor and love of card games. Richard served in the US Army and later worked for the department of defense for many years up until his retirement. He was an active member of the National Association of Retired Federal Employees. Richard was a dear friend to many, and he will be missed by all. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the charity of your choice.

Funeral Home

Salerno's Rosedale Chapels

Phone: (630) 889-1700
Address: 450 W. Lake Street Roselle IL, 60172

Church Details

Salerno's Rosedale Chapels

Phone: 630-889-1700
Address: 450 W. Lake Street Roselle IL, 60172
Service Date: September 24th 2022
Funeral Time: 7:00 pm

Interment Details

Private

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Posted by:
Shelly

Posted on:
Thursday, September 22, 2022

You were one of a kind. Always whistling or humming while you were cooking Thanksgiving dinner. Always willing to sit and talk. You always were interested in how me and the kids were doing. You will be missed. Love you and until we meet again. Love, Shelly

Posted by:
Jenn Szynal

Posted on:
Wednesday, September 21, 2022

Rest in Peace Rick. You were such a fun spirit and great man. I will always remember your random outbursts in Polish, telling us about the scary man in the basement, letting us play bartender in your den, and just making Szynal Thanksgiving fun. You and Uncle Steve were always the lasts ones to leave our family parties. Love you!

Posted by:
Melissa Ann Wiedeman

Posted on:
Wednesday, September 21, 2022

Rest In Peace Mr. Rick. Thank you for always singing and dancing at every family party. I will be sure to keep your dance moves alive at all family functions from here on out. You will be missed dearly by so many.

Posted by:
Marcella

Posted on:
Wednesday, September 21, 2022

Just as Richard embraced Stephen as his life partner, he also embraced us as family just as we embraced him as ours. For 37 year's we loved him as our brother and uncle. He had a kind and warm heart toward everyone. He enjoyed listening to music, feeding the birds, gardening and playing the lottery. We all miss him dearly! He suffers no more and we are convinced he is among the angels in heaven. Rest in peace Richard. We love you! Patricia, Barbara and Marcella.

Posted by:
Nicole and Daniel Beach

Posted on:
Tuesday, September 20, 2022

Uncle Rick, Never in my life do I recall a special occasion in my life that went unnoticed from you in your generosity and I can speak on behalf of all my cousins in the Szynal family. Never to be lost are the memories of the best Thanksgiving parties at yours and Uncle Steves house providing for a large family full of many blessed to have had you in our lives. Thank you Uncle Rick for being there for so many and you will not be forgotten. With eternal love Sir, Danny and Nicole