Leonard Kafer
Leonard Kafer, 83, of LaGrange for 56 years. Beloved husband of the late Carol Kafer for 46 wonderful years. Loving father of Cheryl (Jim) Moss and David (Lisa) Kafer; dear papa and grandpa of Emily and Zachary Moss, and Teagan, Madisyn, and Ashlyn Kafer; fond brother of Judy (Frank) Castor and the late John Kafer Jr; brother-in-law of the late Nancy (Dave) Olson and Lynn (Steve) Henschel; son of the late John and late Anne Kafer; and other relatives. Visitation Sunday, August 25, 2024 from 3pm until time of service 7pm at Hallowell & James Funeral Home, 1025 W. 55th St., Countryside, IL. Interment Monday, August 26, Pine Lawn Memorial Park, Milwaukee, WI. Funeral Info 708-352-6500.
To the Kafer Family,
So glad I saw Len this last May at our class reunion. Unfortunately, his visit was cut short by an accident. Len was one of the few of us who still looked like he did at St Johns. One of my fond memories of Len is Friday nights. We would gather in the officers club and order pizza from his family motel and he would bring it over. He was a fun guy to be with and had a great sense of humor. I always enjoyed his company and am proud to say that I knew him.
Rest in peace my friend.
Russ Diethert S’59
David and Cheryl,
Your Father was the best. He and Carol were so kind to Joyce and I while we were working at St. John’s. The time we spent together was an absolute joy. He loved you both and loved your families and could not be a more proud Papa! He never failed to end every telephone conversation with “you have a very nice day.” We will miss him and give thanks for his friendship.
Bill and Joyce Washo
S’67
My sons went to school with David … I remember his parents so well … his Mother with her beautiful eyes and his Dad with his kind smile … so gracious to the Lindholm Family …. May he sit at the right hand of God …
I graduated with Dave from St. John’s and I am honored to still call him one of my best friends. I spent a lot of time with Dave’s parents at St. John’s and at their home as well. My parents and Dave’s parents grew close and we often spent time together on special weekends eat St. John’s. I am very saddened to learn of Mr. Kafer’s passing, but take solace in the face he lived a good life. My family and I extend our deepest sympathies.
Dave & Cheryl,
So sad to hear of the passing of a dear friend, Len. Many of good time had with our family and the Kafer’s. We will miss you dear friend, tears and prayers.
David and Cheryl, my mom just told me of you father’s passing. I am so sorry to you both and you are all in my prayers!
I remember getting together at Auntie Ruthie’s for family reunions, so that was last time I saw you all!
Take care
I worked with Len for many years on OBAA and Excalibur. He was a mentor and friend and had a true passion and love for St. John’s. He and Carol were were fun to socialize with at many St. John’s events. Love and Rest in Peace.