Edward Kunz, beloved husband, father and friend, passed away unexpectedly on April 23rd 2024 at the age of 60 while vacationing with his family in Mexico. Edward was born in Chicago, Illinois to Edward and Marlene Kunz. He was the eldest of his siblings, which include his sister Theresa Pietrusiak and his brother Nick Kunz. He graduated from Addison Trail High School and furthered his education by earning his Associates Degree in Criminal Justice. Ed pursued his career at Dupage County Sheriff's Office where he flourished in many departments. Here is where he met his wife, Denise, and embarked on a new chapter of life. He and Denise went on to have two children, Amanda and Matthew. Including Eddie, Ed's son from a previous marriage, the five began their life together as a family. Ed retired in 2013 as a Lieutenant from Dupage County Sheriff's Department when he and his family moved to Las Vegas. Ed was a busy body, and unable to sit still; therefore, he started a new career as a bailiff at Clark County Municipal Court. Ed finally made the decision to officially retire in 2022.

Ed spent everyday surrounded by family and friends. He loved traveling with his wife, going boating with the family and watching his favorite sports teams. Ed loved spending time with his granddaughter, Maelynn. The two of them had a special bond that was clear for all to see. Ed was an active man, you could always find him working on various projects in and out of the house. He loved caring for his horses and chickens. Ed was beloved by everyone he touched. He always had a smile on his face and wanted to make people laugh. He was a kind and generous man, willing to do anything for the people that he loved. He will be forever missed by those who knew him and his memory will live on within his family and friends.

Ed is survived by his wife, Denise Kunz; his three children, Edward Kunz and wife Jasmine Kunz, Amanda Kunz and fiancé Dylan Litviak, and Matthew Kunz; his granddaughter, Maelynn Kunz; his father, Edward Kunz and wife Karen Kunz; and siblings, Theresa Pietrusiak and husband Mike Pietrusiak, and Nick Kunz. Preceding Ed in death was his mother, Marlene Kunz.

Edward's memorial service will be held on May 11th at Bauman Family Funeral Home, 5600 US Route 34, Oswego IL 60543 at 12pm-3pm. Celebration of life to follow at the American Legion, 9054 E Veterans Pkwy, Yorkville IL 60560, at 3pm. There will be a memorial service on May 19th at Queensridge 9101 Alta Dr. Unit 18 Las Vegas, NV 89145 at 1pm-5pm. In lieu of flowers, please donate to the American Heart Association in Ed's name.