Kathryn E. Kilponen Obituary (1915

Kathryn E. (nee Nantz) Kilponen, 100 years young, of Waukegan passed away on Tuesday, September 15, 2015 at her home. She was born in Waukegan on May 14, 1915 and was a 4th generation lifelong resident of Waukegan. Kathryn worked for Abbott Lab, Newman’s Clothing, enjoyed golf and loved taking care of family and her home. She is survived by her sons, Bob Kilponen of Colorado, Tom Kilponen of California; grandsons, Robert (Tammy) Kilponen of Colorado, Keith (Angie) Kilponen of Colorado; six great grandchildren; sister, Frances Goerler of Lincolnshire and her caregiver for the last 16 years, Beverly Akins. Kathryn is preceded in death by her husband, Ray R. Kilponen; parents, Louis and Katherine (nee Shelley) Nantz. Funeral services were private with entombment at Ascension Cemetery in Libertyville. In Lieu of flowers donations in her name may be made to St. Dismas Church 2600 Sunset Ave. Waukegan, IL 60085. Arrangements are under the direction of PETERSON & PATCH FUNERAL HOME 408 N. Sheridan Rd. Waukegan. Please sign our online guestbook at www.petersonpatchfuneralhome.com