Bernard P. Kraus, age 48, of Steger, passed away April 13, 2009. Beloved father of Amber Meder. Loving son of Darlene (Late Peter) Kraus. Dearest brother of Karen (Sean) Joyce. Visitation Wednesday April 15th from 10:00 " 12:00 p.m. at Smits Funeral Homes-Steger Memorial Chapel (3045 Chicago Rd. Steger) Funeral service 12:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Interment at Evergreen Hill Cemetery, Steger. Information 708-755-6100 or www.smitsfuneralhomes.com