Richard G. Kretman

Richard G. Kretman obituary, Naperville, IL

Richard G. Kretman

Richard Kretman Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Friedrich-Jones Funeral Home on May 4, 2025.

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Richard Gustav Kretman, age 91, a longtime resident of Naperville peacefully passed away on Friday, May 2, 2025 at Endeavor Health Edward Hospital of Naperville. Born March 20, 1934 in St. Paul, MN.
Beloved husband to Grace Kretman for 53 years. Loving father of Karen (Jay) Okayama, Karla (Chris Weissinger) and Kevin (Judy) Kretman. Devoted Grandfather of Jake (Sydney), Derek (Megan), Shelby, Zach, Robert, Kelsey (Jack), Katelynn, Michael and Abbey. Loving Great Grandfather of Beau, Brady and Kallie. Dear Brother to Joan Griemann and beloved Uncle to many nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his loving wife Grace Kretman, parents Martha and Gustav Kretman.
Richard deeply loved living in Naperville and loved to brag about Naperville's accolades to family and friends. On a warm sunny day, you could find Richard driving his '79 Trans Am or shooting at Naperville Sportsman Park.
Visitation is Thursday, May 15th 4:00-7:00 PM at Friedrich- Jones Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 44 S. Mill St., Naperville IL 60540. Funeral Services will be celebrated on Friday, May 16th at 10:30 AM at Friedrich- Jones Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 44 S. Mill St., Naperville IL 60540. Interment with military honors will follow at Naperville Cemetery.
The Funeral Service will be live-streamed for those who are unable to attend in person. In the event of technical difficulties during the live-stream a recording of the Funeral Service will be available later.
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