Stanley Louis Konopka

Stanley Louis Konopka obituary, Granger, IN

Stanley Louis Konopka

Stanley Konopka Obituary

Visit the McGann Hay Funerals, Cremations, and Gatherings - Granger Chapel website to view the full obituary.

Stanley Louis Konopka, affectionately known as “Stan the Man” and “Mr. K” passed away peacefully at 82 on May 6, 2025.

Stan was the beloved husband to Carole; loving father to, Theresa Konopka, Jeffrey (Violetta) Konopka, Gina (Kevin) Tyburski, Michael Konopka and Jennifer (John) Killin; fond grandfather to, Holly (Cameron) Lagestee; brother to, Richard Konopka; adored uncle to many; and cat dad to Benjamin.

A Chicago native, Stan graduated from Marmion Military Academy, served in the U. S. Airforce at O’Hare Field and dedicated a successful 35 years to Motorola.

He found joy in his family. He had a passion for sports, especially admiring his favorite Quarterback #19, Johnny Unitas. He was a devoted White Sox fan and admired the charisma of actor James Dean.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, May 12, 2025 at St. Pius X Catholic Church, 52553 N. Fir Rd., Granger, at 11 a.m. with visitation beginning one-hour prior.

A private entombment will take place at St. Adalbert Catholic Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the St. Joseph Co. Humane Society.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

McGann Hay Funerals, Cremations, and Gatherings - Granger Chapel

13260 SR 23 (at Cherry Road), Granger, IN 46530

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