Homewood, Illinois
Donald R. Lorenz, age 76, late of Homewood, Naval Veteran Korean War, beloved husband of the late Mary E. Lorenz, nee Pulte; loving father of Donald (Tracy), Brett, Christopher (Kathy), Donna (Tom) Rosenberger and Margaret (Tom)
Larocca; cherished grandfather of Alyson, Jaime, Geena, Matthew, Mary, Jennifer and Katie; dear brother-in-law and uncle to many. Founder of family owned and operated business "Lorenz Appliance" for over 40 years in the Homewood and Country Club Hills areas. Visitation Thursday 2 to 8 p.m. at Ryan Funeral Home, 18022 Dixie Highway in Homewood. Funeral Friday, 9:30 a.m. prayers at Ryan Funeral Home to St. Joseph Church. Mass 10 a.m. Interment Assumption Cemetery. 708-798-0331 .
To the entire Lorenz family,
My mother and I think of you and your family often. What great happy memories we have of both your mom and dad . We were just talking about your dad recently and a friend let me know that your dad had recently passed. Our deepest sympathy, much love, and very best wishes to all of you.
Roseann & Joan Catalano
January 30, 2009 | Plainfield, IL
To Donny, Brett, Chris, Margie, Donna and the entire Lorenz family,
Words cannot express my sorrow at hearing of your dad's passing. What a great guy he was! I have so many wonderful memories of traveling with your mom and dad on our many business trips and just experiencing their joy and happiness together. I can honestly say that he was one of the warmest, kindest people I've had the privilege knowing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this very difficult time.
Debbie Danti
January 26, 2009 | Highland Park, IL
Farewell to one really good guy - while you children are grieving, your Mom is happy to have Don with her again. There is much rejoicing in Heaven today! May God rest his soul. Our love and prayers, Art and Beverly Herron
Beverly Herron
January 22, 2009 | Bonita Springs, FL
Chris & Kathy & the whole Lorenz Family - I was so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. All of Kathy's buddies hear in Cleveland loved the time we spent with Mr. Lorenz, he had a great sense of humor & was so much fun! I know this is a great loss for all of you, but know he's with his beloved wife & looking down on all of you & hoping you all are ok - You are all in my thoughts & prayers - Love, Kathy Nagle-Buczek
Kathleen Buczek
January 22, 2009 | Cleveland, OH
The Homewood Police Department extends our sincere condolences to the Lorenz Family. Don was a generous and well respected businessman. We are saddened with his passing.
Jim Gannon
January 22, 2009 | Homewood, IL
Hello Lorenz Clan,
I was very saddened to hear of your Dad's passing. Although I had only known him a very short time I adored him and looked forward to having a chat with him on my visits into the store. I will keep all of you in my prayers this coming week.
Jen O'Connor
January 21, 2009 | Elgin, IL
Margie,
Sorry to hear of the passing of your Dad. I hope your doing ok. Patti will stop by and see you Thursday evening. Take care of your self Margie and say hello to Tommy and the girls.
Richard Duffy
richard duffy
January 21, 2009 | Downers Grove, IL
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
The Staff of Ryan Funeral Home
January 21, 2009 | Homewood, IL
