Kenneth W. Trojan

Kenneth W. Trojan obituary, Matteson, IL

Kenneth W. Trojan

Kenneth Trojan Obituary

Visit the Kurtz Memorial Chapel - Frankfort website to view the full obituary.

KENNETH W. TROJAN

Age 76, of Matteson, passed away Friday, July 4th, 2025 at his home in Matteson.

Kenneth is survived by his loving family, life partner, Christine Herkes, children, Kevin (Lauren) Trojan, Kathryn (Andrew Stone) Trojan, Kara Trojan, sibling, Larry Trojan, grandchildren, Rylee Trojan and Nolan Trojan.

Kenneth was preceded in death by his parents, William & Rosemary Trojanowski (Laco) and sibling Billy Trojan.

Kenneth was a member of St. Anthony Catholic Church in Frankfort where he was a member of the Knights of Columbus. Kenneth was also a former member of St. Lawrence O’Toole in Matteson.

Services for Kenneth are pending at this time.

In lieu of flowers, donations to the charity of your choice would be greatly appreciated.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Kurtz Memorial Chapel - Frankfort

65 Old Frankfort Way P.O. Box 1031, Frankfort, IL 60423

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