Stanley Kramkowski

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Stanley B. Kramkowski, 70, of Belleville, IL, born November 19, 1948, in Belleville, IL, died Saturday, January 26, 2019, at Memorial Hospital, Belleville, IL.

Stanley was a gentle soul with a kind heart.  He was an all-around great family man who adored his kids and grandkids. Stanley was a proud United States Navy veteran who loved his country.  He was an avid golfer, and he will be greatly missed by so many people.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Dorothy, nee Schulte, Kramkowski; and his father-in-law, Lee Rasp.

Surviving are his wife of 41 years, Rita, nee Rasp, Kramkowski, whom he married August 13, 1977;
three children, Amanda (BJ) Benyr,
Bradley (Katie) Kramkowski,
and Christina (Jon) Prindable;
five grandchildren, Braden and Maia Benyr,
and Tommy, Addison, and Avery Kramkowski;
a sister, Elaine (Doug) Matzenbacher;
his mother-in-law, Lucille Rasp;
a sister-in-law, Doris (Jerry) Obernuefemann;
nieces and nephews, Joel (Ashley) Matzenbacher,
Ty Matzenbacher (fiancée Jennifer Bonifield), Scott (Brie) Obernuefemann,
Sarah (Tanner) Burns, and Jessica (Mark) Shelton;
and two great-nieces, Elena Obernuefemann and Marigold Matzenbacher.

Memorials may be made to St. Nicholas Catholic Church, O’Fallon, IL, or to the Poor Clare Monastery, Belleville, IL. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.rennerfh.com.

Visitation:  Friends may visit from 4 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, January 29, 2019, at George Renner & Sons Funeral Home, Belleville, IL, and from 9 to 10 a.m. Wednesday, January 30, 2019, at St. Nicholas Catholic Church, O’Fallon, IL.

Funeral:  A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, January 30, 2019, at St. Nicholas Catholic Church, O’Fallon, IL, with Msgr. James Margason officiating.

Burial with military honors will be at Mount Calvary Catholic Cemetery, Shiloh, IL.

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27 Comments on Stanley Kramkowski

Bill Reichert said : Guest Report Feb 01, 2019 at 7:39 PM

Rita, so sad about Stan's passing. I saw him regularly at the store on Saturdays. Long memories of grade school and high school days shared with Stan and having known such a wonderful person. He only had good things to say about everyone he ever met.

  • Belleville
  • IL
Mary Rich Neer said : Guest Report Jan 31, 2019 at 1:47 AM

Rita and family, So so sorry to hear your heartbreaking news. You all will be in my prayers. Mary Rich Neer

  • Greenville
  • IL
Dale and Mia Shelton said : Guest Report Jan 30, 2019 at 1:56 PM

Mia and I were shocked and saddened to hear of your Stanley's passing. We are praying peace on your family during the loss of such a great light.

  • O'Fallon
  • IL
Mark Jasper said : Guest Report Jan 29, 2019 at 9:03 PM

So sorry and shocked to hear of Stan's passing. I requested prayers for the family and this was the Sr.Sarah's reply Your intentions for Stanley and family are being prayed for every hour of the day and night in our Adoration Chapel. Know of God’s love, peace, strength, and tender care for all that is needed at this time. We are praying! Peace and All Good, Sr. Sarah, FSPA La Crosse, WI, USA

  • New Baden
  • IL
Richard Sutter said : Guest Report Jan 29, 2019 at 8:03 PM

So sorry to hear about Stan. Please accept our sincere sympathy to all his family. You are in our thoughts at this difficult time.

  • Millstadt
  • IL
Peggy Boze said : Guest Report Jan 29, 2019 at 5:37 PM

Rita and family I am so sorry to hear about Stan's passing, he was such a nice neighbor and was very proud of his family.

  • swansea
  • IL
Stefanie Proffitt said : Guest Report Jan 29, 2019 at 2:40 PM

Christina, I am so sorry to hear about your dad. You and your family are in my prayers.

  • Belleville
  • Illinois
Pat Boyce said : Guest Report Jan 29, 2019 at 2:08 PM

Rita, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your husband. My heart goes out to you. I am sending prayers to you and your beautiful family.

  • Mascoutah
  • Illinois
Muffie said : Guest Report Jan 29, 2019 at 2:54 AM

Rita and family, I was so sorry to hear about Stan. You, Elaine and all the kids are in my thoughts during this difficult time.

  • Belleville
  • Illinois
Darlene, Ken Hochmuth said : Guest Report Jan 28, 2019 at 10:55 PM

Ken and I are so sorry to hear the news. We've enjoyed sharing soccer and baseball with your nice family. Our prayers are with you all in this terrible loss. (JZ25)

  • OFallon
  • IL
Cindy & Dave Willson said : Guest Report Jan 28, 2019 at 5:06 PM

Dear Rita and Family, Our hearts are hurting for you and your family. Continued prayers for you all in the days ahead.

  • OFallon
  • IL
Mary Miles said : Guest Report Jan 28, 2019 at 2:29 PM

I am so sorry to hear of your brother's passing. His picture shows what a delightful man he must of been. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.

  • Swansea
  • IL
Cassy McC said : Guest Report Jan 28, 2019 at 2:23 PM

My deepest sympathy to Rita and the family, prayers & positive energy in this time of sorrow.

  • Belleville
  • IL
Mary Lou and Tom Wysocki said : Guest Report Jan 28, 2019 at 1:29 PM

My heart is broken for the loss of Stanley, He was a terrific cousin, always there for you when you needed him. He will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you Rita and your loving family. May he rest in peace and watch over you and yours.

  • Port ST Lucie,
  • FL
Michael Wisnovsky said : Guest Report Jan 28, 2019 at 1:08 PM

So sorry to hear of your loss. Although Stan was a “distant” cousin, he will be remembered fondly. Just thinking of Stan always brings a smile. On behalf of myself, Linda and Michelle, our deepest sympathies

  • Garfield
  • NJ
Kim and Jim Sabella said : Guest Report Jan 28, 2019 at 4:56 AM

Rita and family, we are sorry to hear of Stan's passing. What a kind person he was.

  • O'Fallon
  • IL
Cathy barnes said : Guest Report Jan 28, 2019 at 2:25 AM

Please accept our sincere condolences. Stan was a true gentleman. He will be missed by many friends as well as his family.

  • Gays
  • Illinois
Michael Curtin said : Guest Report Jan 28, 2019 at 1:16 AM

Just heard about Stan's passing. Please accept my heartfelt condolences. I had the pleasure of serving with Stan in the Navy Reserve for several years. Such a friendly, upbeat individual and most capable naval officer.

  • Tulsa
  • Ok
Keo Geschwend said : Guest Report Jan 28, 2019 at 12:51 AM

Rita, I am so sad to hear about your husband's passing. Condolences to you and your family.

  • Belleville
  • Illinois
Bob & Belinda Morris said : Guest Report Jan 27, 2019 at 11:46 PM

Please accept our sincerest condolences on Stan's passing. We were blessed to have gotten to know Stan on our Viking River cruise a few years back. Prayers for all of you.

  • Mansfield
  • TX
Bruce Albert said : Guest Report Jan 27, 2019 at 11:19 PM

Rita, I am so very sorry to hear about Stan’s passing. He was a very good man and I treasure his marks in my life. Many soccer games and softball games. Lots of fun. Condolences to you and the family. May God Bless You and Watch over you during your grief.

  • Madison
  • Alabama
Bryan and Kerry Duffy said : Guest Report Jan 27, 2019 at 11:04 PM

Sorry to hear about Stanley's passing. We are praying for your family. Bryan, Kerry, and Kira Duffy.

  • Albany
  • NY
Melanie Killian said : Guest Report Jan 27, 2019 at 10:44 PM

Rita, I'm so sorry for your loss. I keep you and your family in my prayers.

  • OFallon
  • IL
Pat and Jim Powell said : Guest Report Jan 27, 2019 at 10:27 PM

We send big hugs and our thoughts and prayers to all of you as you struggle with your terrible loss. Stan was a warm, funny, loving man who touched so many lives in such a wonderful, positive way. He will be sorely missed.

  • Southport
  • North Carolina
Barb Kokotovich said : Guest Report Jan 27, 2019 at 7:48 PM

So sorry to hear of your hisband's passing. Happy you both have been enjoying your family and your life. Will remember all of you in my prayers

  • Fairview hts
  • IL
Allan & Frances Kolins said : Guest Report Jan 27, 2019 at 7:45 PM

We are truly saddened to learn of Stanley's sudden passing. He was a wonderful, gentle man who will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with Rita and his family during this difficult time.

  • Delaware Township
  • New Jersey
Louise Iuele said : Guest Report Jan 27, 2019 at 7:30 PM

Rita and family, Frank and I am so sorry for your loss. Stanley was so kind and sweet to everyone. I am so blessed to have met him at our family reunions. He loved you and the kids so much. Even though we did not live closer, facebook let us see him so blessed with all the fun he had with the family. Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you during this time.

  • Clifton
  • New Jersey

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