Rose M. Pankratz Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate Rose M. Pankratz (Wheaton, Illinois), whose life came to an end on June 10, 2025 at the age of 92, leaving behind cherished memories. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Alma Opal and Arthur Opal; her husband Joseph Pankratz; and her siblings, Art Opal, Harry Opal (Shirley), Howard Opal (Virginia) and Shirley Schroff.
She is survived by: her children, Debbie Douglas, Karen Douglas (Victor), Bruce Douglas (Jackie), Jeff Douglas (Annie) and Kristen Goin (Michael); her grandchildren, Derrick Sobczak (Rose), Isaac DeFee (Elissa), Christian DeFee (Kacy), Danielle Walraven (Matt), Matt Douglas, Carrie Douglas, Evan Douglas, Sarah Goin, Rebekah Goin, Faith Goin and Josiah Goin; her great grandchildren, Jackson, Alex, Sawyer, Tucker, Addy, Xander and Eme; and her siblings, Nancy Carbis (Mike), Eileen Lile (Don), Char Snider (late Jerry) and Carol Bachler (late Wayne).
Please wear bright and cheerful colors in honor of Rose!In lieu of flowers why not check in on an old friend, bring a treat to your neighbor, perform an anonymous random act of kindness or make a donation to an organization near and dear to Rose's heart: The Lance CPL Nicholas Larson Home for Veterans (specify Larson home on your donation, c/o MSHV, 433 S. Carlton Ave., Wheaton, IL 60187, phone 630/871-8387).
