Shirley A Krenkel Obituary

The passing of Shirley A Krenkel of Saint John, Indiana occurred on August 21, 2026. Shirley, born on August 29, 1948, is remembered by those who knew her. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Gertrude Kulak and Stanley Kulak; her husband John Krenkel; and her brothers, Stanley Kulak and James Kulak.

She is survived by: her children, Melissa Krenkel and John Krenkel; and her grandchildren, Joshua, Amie, Phoenix Krenkel, Abigail and Patrick Sullivan. She is also survived by many loving nieces and nephews.

Visitation was held on Tuesday, August 25th 2026 from 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Elmwood Chapel (11300 W 97th Ln, St John, IN 46373). A wake was held on Tuesday, August 25th 2026 at 7:00 PM. A funeral service was held on Wednesday, August 26th 2026 from 11:30 AM to 11:45 AM at the same location. A Mass was held on Wednesday, August 26th 2026 from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM at the John the Evangelist Church - Day Chapel (11301 W 93rd Ave, St John, IN 46373). A burial was held on Wednesday, August 26th 2026 at 1:45 PM at the Holy Cross Cemetery (801 Michigan City Rd, Calumet City, IL 60409).