Visitation Information

Stephen S. Franczek , Jr.

Passed away on September 22, 2024

Stephen S. Franczek Jr., age 81.  Late of Crown Point, Indiana formerly of Calumet City, Illinois.  Passed away September 22, 2024.  Beloved husband of the late Helene.  He is survived by his former wife Patricia Wika. Loving father of their children Susan Franczek, Stephen A. (Lori) Franczek, Robert Franczek, and Andrew (Cheryl) Franczek.  Cherished grandfather of Stephen T., Jacob, Riley, Ethan, Tyler, and Hailey.  Dearest brother of Shirley (Barry) Jezewski, James (Jean) Franczek, and Judy (Paul) Kelly.  Steve is also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

 Steve did auto-body and fender work for many years eventually opening his own car lot. He loved his cars, fishing, painting and people. He designed his many homes. He served on the White Hawk Community board for many years and was an active volunteer of the City of Crown Point. You could find him taking tickets at car shows, serving food at numerous events or pouring wine for the ladies’ wine tasting. Steve restored cars all his life from a Rolls Royce Silver Shadow to his latest 68 Camero. He enjoyed fishing trips with his dad, brother, brothers-in-law, sons, grandsons, nephews and friends. Canada, Michigan, Minnesota there were always lakes to explore and fish to be had. Steve loved traveling to Italy and could be found convincing Nonna to let him help her make pasta in the back of the restaurant kitchen. Known to some as “Fronker” his wheel and deal personality will be greatly missed.

Memorial Visitation Thursday, September 26, 2024 from 4:00 pm until time of closing prayers and eulogies at 7:00 pm at the Elmwood Funeral Chapel 11300 W. 97th LN. (1/2 block west of US 41/Wicker Ave. at 97th LN.) St. John.  For more information 219-365-3474