Donald R. Kirchhoff age 81 years, resident of Thornton, IL. Army veteran during Vietnam War; beloved husband of the late Kathleen T. nee Bax Kirchhoff; loving father of Donald (Diane McGuire) and Michael (Jennifer) Bostedo, Carolyn (Todd) Baumruk, Krista Bostedo; cherished grandfather of Briana Kirchhoff, Ellie and Jace Bostedo; dearest brother of Janet Brickey, Kenneth Kirchhoff and the late Thomas Kirchhoff; dear uncle of many nieces and nephews. Family and friends will gather for a visitation May 20, 2023 11:00 a.m. until time of funeral service 1:00 p.m. Interment private