Kenneth J Roczniak

Kenneth J. Roczniak Jr, age 76, of Peotone, Illinois, passed away peacefully on June 18, 2026, in Peotone surrounded by his family. Born on October 28, 1949, in Blue Island, Illinois, Kenneth was the son of Kenneth Roczniak and Loretta Mrozek. He proudly served his country in the United States Air Force and went on to become a respected businessman, owning and operating K&S Meats for more than 45 years. Kenneth enjoyed traveling, gardening, auto racing, and spending time working in his yard. He was known for his strong work ethic, dedication to his family, and the friendships he built throughout his life. He was also a member of The Knights of Columbus – St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church, Peotone. He is survived by his beloved wife, Susan (Bretz) Roczniak of Peotone; his sons, Kenneth (Dawn) Roczniak and Jeffrey (Barb) Roczniak; his grandchildren, Robert, Shyanne, Brianne, Haley, Brandon, Austin, and Abigail; several great-grandchildren; sister-in-law Lori Roczniak; and many nieces and nephews. Kenneth was preceded in death by his parents, sister, Carol Boxerman, and his brother Daniel Roczniak. Visitation will be held on Thursday, June 25, 2026, from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Hack-Jensen Funeral Home in Beecher. A funeral service will be held on Friday, June 26, 2026, at ??:00 a.m. at St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church in Peotone. Interment will follow at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery in Elwood, Illinois. Kenneth will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and all who had the privilege of knowing him. His legacy of hard work, service, and devotion to family will be remembered for generations to come. Donations may be made to the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation. Burial will be at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery in Elwood, IL. Thursday July 2, 2026, at 9:30AM.