Daniel E. Kratochvil Obituary
We bid farewell to Daniel E. Kratochvil of Grand Forks, North Dakota, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on May 24, 2025 at the age of 95. Daniel touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Daniel E. Kratochvil to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, James Kratochvil and Caroline Kratochvil (Bina); his daughter Karen Ward; and his brother Harold Kratochvil (Carol). He is survived by: his wife Elaine Kratochvil of Michael's Catholic Church; his children, Keith Kratochvil (KrisAnn), David Kratochvil (Amy), Karla Scott (Myron), Diane Smith (Daniel), Dawn Holweger and Kristi Ross (Joel); and his sister-in-law Mary Ann Baird. He is also survived by 21 grandchildren; 32 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great-grandchild; 6 bonus great-grandchildren.
Visitation was held on Thursday, May 29th 2025 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM and on Friday, May 30th 2025 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM. A prayer was held on Thursday, May 29th 2025 from 7:00 PM to 7:30 PM at the Amundson Funeral Home Chapel (2975 S 42nd St, Grand Forks, ND 58201). A Mass of Christian burial was held on Friday, May 30th 2025 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Holy Family Catholic Church (1018 18th Ave S, Grand Forks, ND 58201).