Robert "Bob" Krantz, 84, of Kenosha, passed away on Wednesday, October 21, 2009, with his loving family by his side. Born June 13, 1925, in Waukegan, IL, he was the son of the late Frank and Frances Krantz. He served in the U.S. Marines during World War II as a Corporal, stationed in the South Pacific from December 13, 1943, until January 4, 1946. He moved to Kenosha in 1957, and has resided here since. On November 11, 1957, he married Angeline Alia at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Catholic Church. He worked at Johnson motors. He was also a member of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Catholic Church. Bob is survived by his wife, Angeline; four children, Robert Krantz Jr., Cathy (Alan) Rasch, Kenneth Krantz, and Linda Krantz; a sister, Maime Howlett; and a grandchild, Jacob Rasch. He was preceded in death by two brothers and two sisters. Funeral services will be held on Monday, October 26th, at Proko Funeral Home at 9:30 a.m. Mass will be celebrated at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Catholic Church at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow at St. George Cemetery. Visitation will be held Sunday, October 25th, at Proko Funeral Home from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the family would be appreciated.Proko Funeral Home & Crematory5111-60th StreetKenosha, WI 53144Phone: (262) 654-3533Visit Bob’s Online Memorial Book at:www.prokofuneralhome.com
Condolences
Bill Chalker
October 24, 2009
I have worked with & for Kenny Krantz for approximately 8 years, I had the pleasure of meeting Ken's dad Mr. Bob Krantz, he would come to our shop and walk around and observe everything we the employees would be doing, he was one of the nicest men I have ever met, I have the greatest respect for Mr. Bob Krantz, we will miss him greatly, I was waiting for his next trip to come visit us in Florida, he was not able to make it again, I wanted to offer my sincere condolences from all of Ken's employees, me and my family, God Bless Mr. Krantz and his family in this time of sorrow.
Paul Zahn
October 24, 2009
My condolences to the family of Bob Krantz; Angie, and John and Jim Alia, all of whom I have the pleasure of knowing. My prayers and fond memories are with you.
Judy Rasch
October 23, 2009
To: Ms. Angie Krantz, Bob, Linda, Kathy + Kenny:I am sorry for your deep loss. Judy Rasch