John L. Kuzniar, 82, passed away on Saturday, September 26, 2020 at his residence. He was born on October 1, 1937 in Canton, Illinois to Michael and Katherine (Cizadlo) Kuzniar. He married Leota Christine Applegate on June 9, 1956 at St. Mary's Rectory in Canton. They were married 50 years before she preceded him in death on June 24, 2006.
Surviving are his children: Marion (Barbara) Kuzniar of Canton, Loren Kuzniar of Florida, Katrina (Michael) Kuzniar of Canton; five grandchildren, Jessica (Jared) Mayall, Jay (Jennifer) Kuzniar, all of Canton; Becky (Jeff) Hoschek of Bloomington; and Justine Kuzniar and Dallas Kuzniar of Springfield; along with two step-grandchildren; and nine great grandchildren: Jayson, Jake, Addison, Clark, Annabel, Henry, Charlie, Corbin and Bella. Also surviving are one brother, Michael Kuzniar of Canton, and two sisters - Harriett Dilts of Canton and Agnes Parlee of Honolulu, Hawaii.
Also preceding him in death are five brothers, Alfred, Adolph, Edward, Joseph, and Stanley; one sister Amelia Scott; one infant brother; and one great grandson, Noah Kuzniar.
John was a member of the Carpenter's Local #237 for 54 years, working for Garretts Construction in Canton and then for Hein Construction in Peoria, retiring in 1994. He was a talented carpenter, justly proud of his craftmanship. He grew up as a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church in Canton. John rooted faithfully for the Cubs, Bears, and Illini. He looked forward to snooker matches with the afternoon gang at Baker Rec Center, and playing cards at Lakeland. He truly enjoyed making folks smile/chuckle with his infinite jokes or one-liners. More than anything, John loved to fish. He shared that passion and "expertise" with his kids, grandkids, and great-grandkids every chance he got.
Cremation rites have been accorded per his wishes and a memorial service will be held on Saturday October 10, 2020, at 3 pm, at Oaks-Hines Funeral Home and Crematory in Canton with a visitation one hour prior to services.
Burial of the ashes will follow at Greenwood Cemetery in Canton. Due to COVID 19 mandates a mask will be required.
Memorials may be made to St. Mary's Food Pantry.
To leave online condolences, or to view John's video tribute please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com
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