Paul V. Kratochvil ("Stokes"), 79, passed away peacefully at home with his wife by his side on Friday, October 25, 2019, in New Lenox, IL.

Paul was born October 6, 1940 in Chicago, IL. to John and Bernice (Laskey) Kratochvil. On October 23, 1963, in Minneapolis, MN. he married the love of his life, Jeaninne Filip. Paul was a member of the Suburban Teamsters of Northern Illinois. He worked as an over-the-road truck driver for over 50 years providing for his wife and children until he retired in 2015 from Cardinal Transport. He enjoyed family gatherings, talking with people, boat rides on the river, camping with the grandkids, visiting friends in Florida, and going to auctions and antique shops. He was a considerate and gentle man with a heart of gold, helping anyone in need. Paul always had a special place in his heart for animals. He especially loved his dogs, which he either took in from others or frequented the local Will County Humane Society looking for his next furever friend. He was a wonderful father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, as well as a loving husband who took care of his wife endlessly. Forever with us all until we meet again.

Paul is survived by his wife Jeaninne, his children, John Kratochvil, Dawn Florey, Bryan (Anne) Kratochvil, and Linda (Todd) Sula; his grandchildren, Carolynn (Mike) Nowak, Paul (Ashley) Kratochvil, Nicole (Doug) Sparks, Holly (Josh) Brown, Trent Sula, Bethany Kratochvil, Hannah Kratochvil, Renee Kratochvil and Dane Sula, his great-grandchildren, Johannah, Lianna, Kinsley, Natalie, William, and Raelyn, his brother, John (Julie) Kratovil, as well as his furry companions Heidi, Rascal, and Manny.

He is preceded in death by his father John, his mother Bernice, his step-mother Mary, his brother Michael, and his daughter-in-law, Geri Lynn.

Memorials in Paul's name may be directed to Will County Humane Society or Joliet Area Community Hospice.

Cremation rites have been accorded.

Visitation will be from 9:00 am until the time of the Memorial Service at 11:00 am on Saturday, November 9, 2019 at the Ferrari Funeral Chapel, 1044 Ferrari Drive, Coal City, IL. 60416 with Reverend Robert Noesen officiating.

Family and friends may sign the online guestbook at www.ferrarifuneral.com