Peter F. Kruzicevich

Peter F. Kruzicevich, 86, of Harvard, Illinois, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, June 27, 2026.

Born on January 24, 1940, in Chicago, Peter was the son of the late Peter and Mary Kruzicevich. He proudly served his country in the United States Army from 1963 to 1965. On October 16, 1965, he married the love of his life, Judy Kiolbassa, at St. Robert's Church in Chicago. Peter worked as an operations manager for Schnadig Furniture until his retirement in 1995.

Peter was a devoted member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Harvard and a longtime member of the Knights of Columbus. He faithfully served on the Board of Directors for the Harvard Community Food Pantry, where he volunteered every Tuesday, generously of his time and compassion to help others.

In his free time, Peter enjoyed fishing, but nothing brought him greater joy than spending time with his family. He was a devoted husband, father, and especially grandfather. His grandchildren held a special place in his heart, and he treasured every moment with them.

Peter is survived by his wife of 60 years, Judith Kruzicevich; daughters, Joyce (Alan) Strub, Kathleen (Jason) Kopp, and Susan Kruzicevich; grandchildren, Rachel (Zach) Nielsen, Bradley (Kourtney) Strub, and Sarah, Colin, and Jenna Kopp; and great-granddaughters, Gemma and Evelyn Nielsen. He was preceded in death by his sister, Georgian Borchenius.

Friends and family are invited to a visitation on Thursday, July 2, 2026, from 4:00PM until 7:00PM at Saunders & McFarlin Funeral Home, 107 W. Sumner St., Harvard, IL 60033. Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Friday, July 3, 2026, at 11:00AM at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 206 E. Front St., Harvard, followed by interment with military honors at St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery in Harvard. Memorial donations can be made in honor of Peter to the Harvard Community Food Pantry, 6817 Harvard Hills Rd, Harvard, IL 60033.

Saunders & McFarlin Funeral Home is honored to serve the Kruzicevich family. Online guestbook at saundersmcfarlin.net. Call 815-943-5400 for more information. 

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