Kurtz Memorial Chapel Ltd

Kurtz Memorial Chapel Ltd is a funeral home in New Lenox, Illinois, serving families with personalized funeral and memorial services. The chapel provides complete arrangements for individuals in New Lenox and Frankfort, offering options for pre-planning and custom planning. Their team of licensed funeral directors supports families through every step, emphasizing compassion, attention to detail, and the creation of meaningful tributes that reflect a loved one’s life and legacy. With a 4.30 rating based on 17 reviews, the chapel is recognized for its dedicated service and strong reputation among the families it has supported.

Founded in 1977 by Karl and Marilyn Kurtz, the chapel began in a farmhouse on the corner of Cedar and Francis Roads, with Karl also launching Kurtz Ambulance Service just weeks later. The family business grew from a modest start into a trusted community institution, expanding to include a location in Frankfort in 2003. Karl Kurtz, who served as owner until his passing in 2016, was known for his tireless work ethic, with Marilyn continuing her role as secretary and treasurer, beginning her day at 4 a.m. Today, the chapel is led by Tom Vana, Karl’s son, who serves as President and CEO. The team remains committed to honoring individual traditions, beliefs, and personal requests, ensuring each service is uniquely tailored to the family’s wishes.

Located on Francis Road in New Lenox, the chapel sits just a short distance from the New Lenox Fire PD Station 2, about 0.2 miles away. Nearby, Liberty Junior High School is 0.4 miles down the road, with Walker Country Estates Park and Haines Wayside Park both within half a mile. Oster-Oakview Intermediate School lies about 0.7 miles away, and the Veterans Memorial Tollway is accessible within a 0.9-mile radius, offering convenient access from surrounding areas.

Kurtz Memorial Chapel is known for its solid reputation, built on decades of consistent, compassionate care. Families consistently praise the staff’s professionalism and the personalized nature of their services. The chapel’s dedication to honoring individual lives through customized memorials, tribute videos, online sharing, and floral arrangements reflects its ongoing commitment to supporting families in both immediate and lasting ways.

In New Lenox, Kurtz Memorial Chapel stands as a trusted, enduring presence, offering dignified, heartfelt services rooted in community and personal connection.

Services:

• Cremation Services
• Personalization
• Planning Ahead
• Traditional Services
• Veterans Services