Stargazer and Project Manager, Louis Nicholas Kachnik passed away on April 8th, 2024 moments after watching the total solar eclipse on his porch with family. Lou had been waiting for this event for years, and invited everyone to share in his love of astrological events and the hospitality of Lone Star, Texas. He was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in early February of 2024. Lou’s battle with cancer was short, but dignified.
Lou grew up in Chicago, Illinois. He married his high school sweetheart, Josie, on July 25th, 1987. They had three daughters together, who were the joys of his life. They spent 31 years in the Las Vegas area; then moved back to Lone Star, Texas where they first met.
He served his country for 12 years in the Army Reserves and retired as a Captain. He completed his Bachelor’s degree in Business Management at UNLV. He began his career at St. Rose Dominican Hospital, installing their first computer network. He found his passion in Healthcare IT, where he spent the rest of his career. He found a special skill in Project Management, and he returned to Walden University to earn his Masters in Business Administration. His work ethic was unparalleled. He was taking work calls while waiting to see the oncologist about his chemo treatment. From his bedside, he asked for his work laptop and phone. He was determined until the end to take care of his family.
Lou is survived by his wife, Josie; his daughters, Kelsey Norval (Ryan Norval), Krista Kachnik, and Kay Kachnik; his grandson Charles Norval; his siblings Kim Graves (Brad Graves) and Chris Kachnik (Sabrina Koetter); and many dear family members. He is preceded in death by his parents, Marion Kachnik and Phyllis Kachnik.
Lou and Josie’s lives have always been a little bit country and a little bit rock and roll. To honor that, we will be having a funeral service in Boulder City, Nevada on April 19th, 2024 and a burial service in Daingerfield, Texas on April 27th, 2024.
Josie and the girls appreciate all the prayers, messages and outpouring of love from all of you. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to St. Rose Dominican Health Foundation at supportstrose.org or Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church at 1305 Bert St, Daingerfield, TX 75638.
Services
Funeral Mass: April 19, 2024 11:00 am
St. Andrew's Catholic Church
1399 San Felipe Dr.
Boulder City, Nevada 89005
Graveside Ceremony: April 27, 2024 11:00 am
Our Lady of the Pines Cemetery
1305 Bert St.
Daingerfield, Texas 75638

From Katie, Tony, and Charlotte
Taken away from us too early
Lou was such a special guy to me. He made my Sunday lunch so very special, I always looked forward to them. He was a dear friend and will be missed. Much love to you and your family.
I am sorry for your loss Josie . You are in my prayers and continue to take comfort in knowing that he is at peace with God. Love you my friend
My love goes out to all the family. Condolences to you. May God’s peace be with you. I know you will see him again. ❤️
My heartfelt sympathies to all who knew Lou. We worked together at Verity Health System and he was a really great Project Manager and even greater guy. His humor was a tremendous asset and he would take any assignment with a smile. He talked a lot about his family and his place in Texas.
Lots of love to everyone.