Larry Frantz

Larry J. Frantz, 81, of Kankakee, passed away on June 25, 2026, at Riverside Medical Center in Kankakee. He was born on November 30, 1944, in Kankakee, the son of Joseph and Mary Ruth Frantz. Larry married the love of his life, Gloria Gundlach, on June 27, 1964, at BVM Catholic Church in Bourbonnais. Together they shared more than 60 years of marriage and built a loving family. Larry dedicated his career as a machinist, working at Offko Tool from 1978 until the time of his passing. He was a faithful member of St. James Church in Irwin. In his free time, Larry enjoyed trains and tractors and especially loved spending time playing with his beloved dog, Muffin. Surviving are his wife, Gloria Frantz of Kankakee; his children, Larry (Jean) Frantz, Jacob (Candy) Frantz, Jon (Becky) Frantz, Patricia Bennett, and Katrina; his sisters, Mary Hartung, Linda Lord, Cecilia Cooley, and Alice Evans; 19 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren; and 3 great-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Mary Ruth Frantz; three sisters, Mary, Cecilia, and Alice; and three grandchildren, Carol Anne, Ashley, and Zachary. In accordance with Larry’s wishes, no visitation or funeral services will be held. Larry will be remembered for his strong work ethic, devotion to his family, and the joy he found in the simple things in life. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.