Wayne D. Kroner, Sr.

Wayne D. Kroner, Sr., age 77 of Crown Point, IN (LOFS), passed away on Monday, February 5, 2024. He was born on March 8, 1946, in Chicago, IL, to William S. and Margaret Kroner. Wayne was a graduate of Gage Park High School in Chicago, (January class of 1965). After graduation, he worked for Frito-Lay for 44 years before retiring in 2008. He enjoyed his senior golf group along with camping where he enjoyed traveling around the country with his RV family and friends, enjoying the west the most. Wayne was a member of the Lake of the Four Seasons Lions Club since 1985, where he served in many different capacities, including President. He also received the prestigious Melvin Jones Award in 2011. Wayne always enjoyed helping with all the projects, especially cooking for the dinners and knew his way around the kitchen. He was also a member of the St. Vincent de Paul Society of Holy Spirit Catholic Church helping with the food bank which he enjoyed. Wayne was preceded in death by his parents, William S. and Margaret Kroner, his only brother, William F. Kroner. He is survived by the love of his life, his high school sweetheart, Linda, who he married in July of 1965. They were blessed with 3 amazing children: Kimberly (Mark), Wayne, Jr. (Rebecca) and Keith (Jeanelin). Wayne is also survived by 7 grandchildren: Macy (Nick), Kiana (Jake), Wade (Paige), Jordan, William, Skylar, and Trent. Along with that legacy are 8 great grandchildren. And, we cannot forget his beloved fur baby, Bella. A memorial visitation will take place at Holy Spirit Catholic Church, 7667 E. 109th Avenue, Winfield, on Saturday, February 24, 2024, from 9 a.m. until time of memorial service at 10 a.m. Rev. Thomas E. Mischler officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations to LOFS Lions Club or the St. Vincent de Paul of Holy Spirit for the food pantry. Wayne will be deeply missed by all who knew him and loved him. His memory will live on in his children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. Such an amazing legacy he leaves behind. Wayne will forever be cherished in our hearts and so deeply missed. Burns Funeral Home & Crematory, Crown Point, IN, entrusted with arrangements. www.burnsfuneral.com

Wayne D. Kroner, Sr.

March 8, 1946 - February 5, 2024