FLORENT H. “RED” VERSTRAETE

February 28, 1936 - April 20, 2018

HABEN Funeral Home & Crematory

8057 Niles Center Rd.

Skokie, IL 60077

847.673.6111 |

Wednesday 4/25, 3:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Visitation

St. Peter Catholic Church

8100 Niles Center Rd.

Skokie, IL 60077

847.673.1492 |

Thursday 4/26, 10:30 am

Funeral Mass

Memory Gardens Cemetery

2501 E. Euclid Ave.

Arlington Hts., IL 60004

847.255.1010 |

Thursday 4/26

Interment | GRAVESIDE

No Memorial Contributions Designated

Florent H. “Red” Verstraete, age 82, of Morton Grove. Beloved husband of Yvonne “Kit,” nee Held; dear father of Kristie (Michael) Schram, Kathleen (Maury) Dworkin, Vincent (Melissa) Verstraete, Renee (Gus) Gojney, and the late Florent “Cuz” Verstraete; loving grandfather of Nicole (Michael) Graham, Jonathon and Jessy Schram, Tommy and Andrew Verstraete, Zoey and Kylie Dworkin, April, Vinnie Jr., Blake and Michael Verstraete, Danielle (Kyle) Black, Megan (Eric) Gojney, and the late Christina Gojney and C.J. (Elise) Verstraete; cherished great-grandfather of six; fond brother of the late Martha (the late Ray) Prill and the late Rosina (the late Joe) Hlavaty. Visitation, Wednesday, April 25, 2018, from 3 to 9 p.m., at HABEN Funeral Home & Crematory, 8057 Niles Center Rd., Skokie. Funeral, Thursday, April 26, at 10:15 a.m., from the funeral home, for Mass, 10:30 a.m., at St. Peter Catholic Church, 8100 Niles Center Rd., Skokie. Interment, Memory Gardens Cemetery, Arlington Heights. Funeral info: 847.673.6111.

Florent H. “Red” Verstraete, age 82, of Morton Grove. Beloved husband of Yvonne “Kit,” nee Held; dear father of Kristie (Michael) Schram, Kathleen (Maury) Dworkin, Vincent (Melissa) Verstraete, Renee (Gus) Gojney, and the late Florent “Cuz” Verstraete; loving grandfather of Nicole (Michael) Graham, Jonathon and Jessy Schram, Tommy and Andrew Verstraete, Zoey and Kylie Dworkin,Continue Reading

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Sorry about your father. I (Kathy) & former husband Jim Patterson didn't know what happened to "Red". Jim was a good friend of Red. Jim died about 2 years ago. I hope your Mom can get in touch with me. Remember the kitten your Mom gave me, named Simon. Does anyone, like your Mom, still live in Morton Grove, Illinois.

Kit: My condolences to you and your family in this time of mourning. You are all in my prayers.

Kit, I am so very sorry for your loss. "Red" was about the coolest Dad around when Cuz and Frank and myself were growing up together. I have so many go cart,and mini bike memories of him and his laugh when we would screw up. Love to you and the entire family

My Dearest Kit and Family, So sorry for your loss. Praying for all of you. I know our Lord and the strength of your family will help you through this time. Love you Sis.

My deepest condolences to Kit & her entire family and may God comfort each of you during this most difficult time!

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Dear Kit and Family - May his memory be a blessing. Remember the great times together with a smile. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Kit - Your Kraft family is thinking of you. Deepest condolences on losing your husband. You are in our thoughts & prayers.

Condolences to you and the family Kit. Remember the great times.

Kit, I was so sorry to find out about your husband's passing. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Sending you love and hugs. Please take care.

I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that I am praying for you and your family and that you have my deepest sympathy.

He was a good man and one hell of a good golfer because even though he'd made a good shot, he'd still complain about it. He will be missed.

Kit- we are so very sorry for your loss. Although we only knew Red in his later stage of life, he was an absolute blessing. His smile, warmth, and absolute love of life was infectious and his memory will live on forever. Thank you for sharing him.

Kit & Family, we're sorry for your loss. Red was a one of kind.

Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.