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Elmer J. Saathoff, 68, of Kankakee

Elmer J. Saathoff, 68 of Kankakee, passed away on Monday, January 20, 2020, surrounded by family in his home. He was born October 31, 1951 in Watseka, the son of Elmer O. and Esther (Lauterbach) Saathoff.

 

Elmer is survived by his son Brent Saathoff of Ashkum; his sister Shirley Roach of Ashkum; his brother Glenn (Alice) Saathoff of Ashkum; his daughter-in-law Jamie Saathoff of Crescent City; and many nieces, nephews, grandchildren, relatives, and friends.


Elmer is preceded in death by his parents, his son Nick Saathoff, and his sister June Saathoff.

Elmer was a retired heavy equipment operator with the Local 150 Operators Union. He also worked at the Kankakee County Speedway, helping prepare the race track. Elmer enjoyed fishing, barbeque grilling, and gathering with his friends. He was an avid Dale Earnhardt Sr. fan.

 

Elmer’s memorial visitation will be held from 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. on Friday, January 31, 2020 at the Knapp Funeral Home in Clifton.

 

Please share a memory of Elmer at www.knappfuneralhomes.com.

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