Don Krech Obituary
Age 81 of Mokena passed away on July 9th, 2025 at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago.
Don survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Elizabeth Krech (Shwatal).
Don retired from Ford Motor Company after 35 years of service; was a United States Army Veteran and member of St. Anthony Catholic Church in Frankfort.
Services for Don were held on Wednesday, July 23rd, 2025 at St. Anthony Catholic Church.
In lieu of flowers, donations to St. Anthony Catholic Church, 7659 West Sauk Trail, Frankfort IL 60423 or N.A.W.S. Animal Shelter, 9981 190th Street, Mokena IL 60448.
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