Frederick J. Katzer
April 13, 1932 - July 28, 2021
Frederick J. Katzer, age 89, of Flat Rock, NC, formerly of Kankakee, passed away Wednesday, July 28, 2021 at his home. He was born April 13, 1932 in Grand Rapids, MI, the son of Frederick & Nancy Ellen (Dorman-See) Katzer. Frederick married Barbara Mericle in Kankakee. They were married for 45 years. She preceded him in death on March 18, 2016. Frederick was a truck driver for Dalsanto Trucking. He managed Gulf-Bulko Gas Station in Kankakee for 15 years. He had also been a security guard at various places. Frederick was a veteran of the United States Army, having served during the Korean Conflict. Surviving are one son, Donald Katzer of Milwaukee; two daughters and two sons-in-law, Cathy & Darren Carroll of Kankakee and Shawn & Aaron Crook of Flat Rock, NC; one step-son, Frank & Angel Martin of Kankakee; one step-sister, Donna Wood of Kankakee; eight grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. In addition to his wife, Barbara Katzer, Frederick is preceded in death by his parents and two daughters, Linda and Patricia. Also his step brother Devier who died in the war. A graveside service will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, August 6, 2021 at Kankakee Memorial Gardens in Aroma Township.
Frederick J. Katzer, age 89, of Flat Rock, NC, formerly of Kankakee, passed away Wednesday, July 28, 2021 at his home. He was born April 13, 1932 in Grand Rapids, MI, the son of Frederick & Nancy Ellen (Dorman-See) Katzer. Frederick married... View Obituary & Service Information
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