Darlene Joy Kraus, age 75 of Steger, Illinois passed away peacefully February 20, 2015. Beloved mother of Karen Joyce and the late Bernard Kraus. Cherished grandmother of Connor Joyce and Amber Meder. Darlene was preceded by her sister, Armlene Manno. Darlene was a retired real estate agent and also enjoyed working as a grocery store sample lady. She was a member of the Steger VFW Ladies Auxiliary. Visitation Wednesday, February 25, 2015 from 10:00 A.M. until the time of the funeral service 12:30 P.M. at Smits, Steger Memorial Chapel 3045 Chicago Rd. Steger, IL 60475. Interment to follow at Skyline Memorial Park - Monee, IL. Memorials to the Steger VFW Ladies Auxiliary appreciated. Information at 708-755-6100 or www.smitsfh.com.