Earlene C. Kriechbaum

Earlene C. Kriechbaum, nee Ruth, age 86, beloved companion and former wife of the late Joseph J. Kriechbaum (2007). Loving mother of David (Sandra) and the late Larry (Debra) and the late Anthony (Laura). Cherished grandmother of Robbie (Edith), Gianna; Jessica, Raymond, Christopher, Jennifer, Felicia (Joseph), Cheyenne; Brian, Stephen, Felicia (Andy), Erik, Matthew, Jason, and Alexis. Dearest great-grandmother of many. Preceded in death by her siblings Muriel (late Richard) Burnes, Shirley (late Don) Urbauer, and Ronald (Priscilla) Ruth. Dear aunt of many nieces and nephews.

Visitation Monday, November 16, 2026 from 3:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Funeral Service Tuesday, November 17, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. at Colonial Chapel, 15525 S. 73rd Ave. (155th/Wheeler Dr. & Harlem) Orland Park, IL. Interment Clarendon Hills Cemetery, Darien, IL.

In lieu of flowers, memorials to Peace Memorial Church, 10300 W. 131st St., Palos Park, IL 60464 are appreciated. CLICK HERE to donate online.

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