Daniel E. Kutz

Daniel E. Kutz, Sr., 50, of Highland, IL, died Saturday, February 11, 2012, at his residence.

Daniel was born December 26, 1961 to John D. and Geraldine (nee Bevering) Kutz, Sr., in Salt Lake City, Utah.

Daniel was a loving father and grandfather.  He was a former member of Moose Lodge #2479, Highland, IL.

He is survived by his mother, Geraldine B. Kutz, Highland, IL; 6 children, Daniel E. Kutz, Jr., Amber N. (Micheal) Kutz Bennett, Justin A. (Danielle) Kutz (Twin), Jason M. Kutz (Twin), Jacob R. Richards Kutz, Mackenzie C. Kutz-Becker; 5 grandchildren, Tyler A. Kutz, Isabella R. Kutz, Caiden M. Bennett, Tristan D. E. Kutz, Kylie M. Kutz; 7 sisters, Melanie A. (Duane) Steiner, Barbara J. Kutz, Margaret M. (Robert) Jakel, Mary Sue Kutz, Ann M. “Dolly” (Steve) Thorton, Elizabeth D. Kutz, Linda K. (significant other, Gary Werner) Wiese; 3 brothers, William J. (Sheila) Kutz, David C. Kutz, Joseph M. (Samantha) Kutz; Special friend, Christina Ann Becker; former wife, Lisa Richards.

He was preceded in death by his father, John D. Kutz, Sr.; brother, John D. Kutz, Jr.; son, Brennan M. Kutz; nephew, Adam T. Knebel Hahn.

Visitation: Wednesday, February 15, 2012, from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. at Meridith Funeral Home, Highland, IL.

Funeral: Wednesday, February, 15, 2012, at 11:00 a.m. at Meridith Funeral Home.

Clergy: Rev. Fr. Charles A. Edwards, Pastor, St. Paul Catholic Church, Highland, IL

Interment: At a later date.

Meridith Funeral Home, Highland, IL