Robert D. Wedrall, a resident of Lake Villa, passed away peacefully at his home Friday February 22, 2013 at the age of 77. He was born March 1, 1935 in Chicago, IL to Edward and Harriett Wedrall. Robert started his career as a Tool and Die maker at Superior Plastics in Chicago, before working for Baxter in Round Lake, and continuing his career at Intermatic in Spring Grove. During that time he also started his own mold polishing business. Robert was a member of St. Bede Catholic Church. He was a nature lover who liked to fish and boat. Robert was known as a generous man to others as well as the animals he cared for. Robert is survived by his children Kenneth Wedrall, Laura (David) Stang, Linda (John) Nickerson, his grandchildren Jennifer and Jonathan Stang, his brother John Wedrall, and he was an uncle to many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife, Patricia, his parents, his brother Leonard, and his sister Marilyn. A visitation is scheduled for Tuesday February 26, 2013 from 4:00 pm until 8:00 pm at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030. A funeral service will be held on Wednesday February 27, 2013 at 10:00 am at the funeral chapel. Interment will be held following the services at Maryhill Cemetery in Niles, IL. For information, call 847-223-8122 or visit www.strangfuneral.org.

Archie Vincent Anderson Sr., 74, beloved husband of Patricia Wapniarski Anderson passed away peacefully at home on February 18, 2013 surrounded by loved ones after a courageous battle with cancer. Archie was born August 13, 1938 and a long time resident of Grayslake, IL. Archie was a retired truck driver Teamster Local 301, member of the Royal Dressers Motorcycle Club, and an avid car enthusiast. Archie enjoyed attending car shows, flea markets, and hosting Tuesday’s “Retired Truck Drivers” Meeting. Archie is survived by his beloved wife of 45 years Patricia (nee: Wapniarski) Anderson, his brother Don (Louise) Anderson of MI, his sons Archie (Jill) Anderson Jr., Donald (Palmer) Kick, Ted (Joyce) Anderson, and Dale (Rebecca) Anderson, his daughters Anna (Nathan) Krecl, Connie (Greg) Larson, and Karen Anderson, his grandchildren Bill Byrne, Torri Simon, Kyle Kick, and Clayton Larson, and his beloved great-granddaughter Ella-Mae. He was preceded in death by his parents and his son Russell Anderson. Archie will be deeply missed by many who will love and cherish his memory. Until we meet again. All funeral services were held privately and were entrusted to Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society. For more information please contact (847)223-8122 or log onto www.strangfuneral.org.

James A. Jones, a resident of Round Lake Beach, passed away Sunday February 17, 2013, at the age of 71. He was born July 29, 1941 in Chicago, IL to Earl and Doris Jones. James was a veteran of the Vietnam War having served for 4 years with the Air Force. James worked for 26 years on the Round Lake Fire Department and 10 years with Murphy Ambulance. He was also a member of the Chicagoland Mopar Club. James is survived by his wife of 50 years, Patsy, his children Christopher (Zok), Mark, and Donna, his grandchildren Jennifer, Maryann, Nicole, and Michael, and Jimmy and Amanda Thompson, his dog Bo, and his numerous in-laws, nieces, and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, his siblings Don, Louis, Jack, Alice, and his 3 sisters that perished in a house fire. Friends of the family may visit Monday February 25, 2013 from 4:00pm to 7:00 p.m. with a memorial service commencing at 7:00pm at Round Lake Cultural and Civic Center 2007 N. Civic Center Way Round Lake, IL 60073. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Save-A-Pet or the Round Lake Fire Department. All funeral arrangements were entrusted to Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium for information, call 847-223-8122 or visit www.strangfuneral.org.

Walter C. Petruczenko, age 82, passed away Mon. Feb. 18, 2013 at Good Samaritan in Downer’s Grove.  He was born in Franzen, WI on Jan. 26, 1931 to the now late Chester and Caroline {nee Pudlik} Petruczenko.  Walter was the cherished uncle of seven including Diane (Thomas) Dorner, Cathy (Mark) Wallace, Linda Abendroth, Carrie (William) Bunning, Greg Petruczenko, Andrew Petruczenko, and the now late Joseph Petruczenko; fond great-uncle of nine and great-great-uncle of six; dear brother of Ted Petruczenko and the now late Edward Petruczenko; brother-in-law of Catherine Petruczenko.  Visitation at STRANG FUNERAL CHAPEL & CREMATORIUM, 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030 on Sat. Feb. 23, 2013 from 9 a.m. until 10:30 a.m., then departing for Funeral Mass at 11 a.m. at St. Gilbert Catholic Church, 301 E. Belvidere Rd., Grayslake, IL 60030.  Interment will follow at Ascension Cemetery in Libertyville.  Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, www.alz.org.  For information, please call (847) 223-8122 or visit www.strangfuneral.org.

Betty June (nee: Getty) (nee: Eide) Ruda, a resident of Lake Villa, passed away Wednesday February 13, 2013 at the age of 80. She was born June 1, 1932 in Troy, MO to Roger Carl Getty and Verna Groce. Betty loved the Lord with all her heart and sacrificed her life for her family embodying the true testament of a mother. She was full of life and enjoyed cooking for her family. Betty was a friend and colleague to many; continued working and loving her work up until her last days. Betty was the loving mother of Carolyn Eide Ruud, Olaf Roger Eide, Wayne Eide, Marion Eide Vasquez, Kevin Eide, Keith Eide, loving grandmother to 30 grandchildren, loving great- grandmother to 40 great–grandchildren, and loving sister to Cindi Getty Burton. She was preceded in death by her parents, Roger Carl Getty and Verna Groce, her first husband Olaf Eide, her second husband Louis Ruda, and her siblings Marion Getty Marth and Carl Roger Getty. A visitation is scheduled for Saturday February 16, 2013 from 12:00pm until 1:00pm with a funeral service commencing at 1:00pm at Gages Lake Bible Church 18788 W Gages Lake Road Gages Lake, IL 60030. Interment will be held privately at Camp Butler in Springfield. In lieu of flowers please make donations in Betty’s name to the Gages Lake Bible Church 18788 W Gages Lake Road Gages Lake , IL 60030 847-223-2923 or Southport Baptist Church 13266 Wilmot Rd. (County C) Kenosha, WI 53142 262-857-8063 or CNS Hospice http://www.cadencehealth.org/Giving/Donate-Now.aspx. All funeral arrangements were entrusted to Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium. For more info log onto www.strangfuneral.org or call (847)223-8122.

Amy C. Krajewski, born January 14, 1960 in Cincinnati, OH, a resident of Third Lake, IL, died unexpectedly on February 5, 2013.
Amy was the beloved wife of thirty years to Cliff Krajewski, and mother of Natalie, Christian and Daniel. Immediate family includes her sister Lisa Sutherlin (Steve), and brother Rex Carroll (Ruth). She was the daughter-in-law of John and Delores Krajewski, and sister-in-law of Casey Krajewski (Vilja) and Paul Krajewski.
Amy was a loving, devoted and caring mother to her family, and active in the Wildwood Presbyterian Church and Wagging Hearts, a pet adoption agency. Outdoor photography was her passion. Amy attended Southern Illinois University before joining Nissan Motors Acceptance, Oklahoma City, OK. After moving to Third Lake, IL Amy worked with Baxter V. Mueller, Niles, IL; EndoPlus, Niles, IL; MacClean-Fogg, Vernon Hills, IL; One Hope United, Lake Villa, IL and most recently Table Craft, Gurnee, IL. Her very most important job, the one to which she was most dedicated, was raising three beautiful and talented children. This alone gave her Super Hero status in the eyes of her children and those of her husband. She started Amy Krajewski Photography in 1993 and truly enjoyed working with families and sports teams. She was always on the field or court making sure each participant’s photo was captured and available for their enjoyment at the conclusion of each season. Although she said this was a job, it was her passion, and her way of giving back to the community. A memorial visitation is scheduled for Saturday February 16, 2013 from 3:00pm until 4:30pm with a memorial service commencing at 4:30pm at Wildwood Presbyterian Church 18630 W. Old Gages Lake Road Grayslake, IL 60030. In lieu of flowers, contributions are suggested to Wagging Hearts, 260 E. Belvidere Road Box 360, Hainesville, IL 60030. Arrangements were entrusted to Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium. Friends may sign the on-line guestbook at www.strangfuneral.org

Roger W. McKee, a resident of Grayslake, IL, passed away Thursday February 7, 2013, at the age of 54. He was born March 18, 1958 in Lake Forest, IL to Richard and Audrey McKee. Roger was an employee for Allstate in Northbrook for 32 years. One of his favorite pastimes was snowmobiling. Roger is survived by his wife of 20 years Karen, his siblings Joan Utter, Melinda (Arnie Utke) McKee, Debra (Chester) Oszkandy, Patricia Borgstrom, and Mark McKee, numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and a great-nephew. He was preceded in death by his parents Richard and Audrey McKee. Friends of the family may visit Tuesday, February 12, 2013 from 4:00pm to 8 p.m. at STRANG FUNERAL CHAPEL & CREMATORIUM, 410 E. Belvidere Rd., Grayslake, IL 60030. A funeral service will be held on Wednesday February 13, 2013 at 11:00am at the funeral chapel. Internment will be held privately. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Safe Place 2710 17th Street Zion, IL 60099. For information, call 847-223-8122 or visit www.strangfuneral.org.

Sandra A. Adams, a resident of Grayslake and formerly of Galesburg, IL, passed away Friday February 8, 2013, at the age of 56. She was born April 4, 1956 in Chicago, IL to Raymond and Mildred Gearhart. Sandra was a member of St. Paul the Apostle Church and a member of the choir at church for the past 7 years. She had also worked for Coleman Cable Company for the past 7 years. Sandra is survived by her son Michael (Maribeth) Adams, her father Raymond, her sisters Sharon Kilcoyne, Susan Black, Sallie Kyriazes, and Sheryl Wiegel and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her mother Mildred. Friends of the family may visit Saturday, February 16, 2013 from 9:00am to 11 a.m. at St. Paul the Apostle Church 6401 Gages Lake Rd. Gurnee, IL 60031. A memorial service will be held on Saturday February 16, 2013 at 11:00am at church. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Juvenile Diabetes Foundation or the American Cancer Society. Arrangements were entrusted to Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium. For information, call 847-223-8122 or visit www.strangfuneral.org.

Joseph A. “Papa Joe” Schlicht Jr., age 86, of Gages Lake, passed away Wednesday, February 6, 2013 at ManorCare in Libertyville.  He was born January 12, 1927 in Chicago to Joseph A. and Mary A. (nee Benda) Schlicht.  He served in the Army during World War II and retired from the Great Lakes Naval Base.  He was member of the Sheet Metal Union #73, charter member of the Gagewood Lions Club, and former head usher at St. Gilbert Catholic Church in Grayslake.  He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Julia (nee Griffiths); eleven children, David (Nancy) Schlicht, Susan Schlicht, Paul “Duffy” Schlicht, Lorraine “Lolo” (Chuck) Butterfield, Edward Schlicht, Joseph (Janine) Schlicht, Julie Schlicht, Margaret Schlicht, Catherine (Mike) Morrison, Jayne Onan, and Therese (Greg) Skarbalus; 30 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; and a son-in-law, William Roberts.  He was preceded in death by his parents; one son, Charles Schlicht; one daughter, Mary Roberts; and sisters, Minerva Kratky and Loraine Meinke.  Friends of the family may visit on Sunday, February 10, 2013 from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. at STRANG FUNERAL CHAPEL & CREMATORIUM, 410 E. Belvidere Rd., Grayslake, IL 60030. Visitation will continue on Monday, February 11, 2013 from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. at St. Gilbert Catholic Church, 301 E. Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030, with Funeral Mass commencing at 10:00 a.m.  Interment will be held privately. For information, call 847-223-8122 or visit www.strangfuneral.org.

Jacqueline Berger, a resident of Grayslake, passed away February 4, 2012 at Advocate Condell Medical Center in Libertyville. Friends of the family may visit Friday, February 8, 2013 from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. at STRANG FUNERAL CHAPEL & CREMATORIUM, 410 East Belvidere Road, Grayslake. A funeral services is scheduled for 10:30 a.m., Saturday, February 9, 2013 also at the funeral home. Interment will follow at Avon Centre Cemetery. For information, please call 847 223 8122.

Leopold Arispe, Jr., a 78-year-old Waukegan resident, passed away Mon. Feb. 4, 2013 at Vista East in Waukegan.  He was born in San Antonio, TX on June 27, 1934 to the now late Leo Sr. and Lorenza {nee Garcia} Arispe.  Leopold worked for McLean Fogg in Mundelein for over 20 years.  He loved his family, especially the children, and was an avid antique and classic toy car collector.  Leopold was a huge fan of classic Hollywood films, especially Laurel & Hardy.  Leopold was the beloved brother of Richard (Eva) Arispe, David Arispe, Olga (Jerome) Wengel, Rosie (Jimmy) Correa, Rueben (Becky) Arispe, Tony Arispe, and Marylou Torres; fond uncle of many.  His brothers Raymond and Robert Arispe preceded him in death.  Friends of the family may visit at STRANG FUNERAL CHAPEL & CREMATORIUM, 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030 from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. on Fri. Feb. 8, 2013.  The funeral service will commence at 11:30 a.m. on Sat. Feb. 9, also at Strang Funeral Chapel.  Interment will follow at Ascension Cemetery in Libertyville.  Memorial contributions to the family would be appreciated.  For further information, please call (847) 223-8122 or visit www.strangfuneral.org.

Dorothy Elizabeth Skalla, formally of North Chicago, Waukegan and Grayslake, Illinois passed away February 2, 2013. Dorothy was born to Murray and Vida Bangs Dow on May 1st, 1917 in Xenia, Illinois.  She grew up on a small family farm there and attended a one-room, country schoolhouse. Dorothy lost her mother at an early age and later lived with her aunt Mattie in Iowa for several years before moving to Highland Park where she worked as a nanny for the Le Vally family.  Dorothy graduated from Highland Park High School, worked various clerical jobs and later worked for Douglas Aircraft (located at present-day O’Hare) during WWII where she was an original “Rosie the Riveter”. After the war she met her future husband, Edward, and they were married on July 24th, 1948.  They settled in Waukegan and North Chicago where they raised their four children. Dorothy was especially active in her later years, golfing, playing bolina, bowling and singing alto in the Waukegan Symphony Chorus. The Christian faith was an important part of her life and she was a former member of Mother of God and Prince of Peace churches.  She was a volunteer at Victory Hospital and also enjoyed her many functions with the Park Place Senior Center, Steelworkers Retirees Club and KSKJ St. Mary Lodge #79.  Dorothy is survived by her children, Gregory (Tonia) Skalla of Wildwood IL, Donald Skalla of Williams Bay WI, and Mary-Jo (Gary) Loizzo of Grayslake IL; grandchildren David (Sheila) Shrofe and Nicole Loizzo; great-grandchildren Caitlin, Julia, and Patrick Shrofe; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceeded in death by her husband Edward and daughter Patricia (Wayne) Shrofe. She was also preceeded in death by all of her siblings: sister Helen Pearson, and brothers Harold, Duncan, Earl, Edwin and Russell Dow.  A visitation is scheduled for Wednesday February 6, 2013 from 4:00pm until 8:00pm at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030.  A funeral mass will be held on Thursday February 7, 2013 at 10:00am at St. Gilbert Catholic Church 301 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030.  Interment will follow at Ascension Catholic Cemetery in Libertyville, IL.  In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Dorothy’s name to the charity of your choice.  For more information please contact (847)223-8122 or log onto www.strangfuneral.org.

Blaine G. Young passed away Wednesday, January 23, 2013. He was born in Chicago to Blaine Gladstone and Mae (Higgins). He was the youngest of three children including Mary and George who preceded him in death. Blaine and Nancy (Fraser) were married for 50 years and lived in Grayslake for over 40 years. A salesman for Federal Pacific in Des Plaines, he was a member of the Renwood County Club. He is survived by many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. Friends of the family may visit Saturday, February 2, 2013 from 10 to 11 a.m. followed by funeral services at STRANG FUNERAL CHAPEL & CREMATORIUM, 410 E. Belvidere Rd., Grayslake, IL 60030. Inurnment will be at a later date at First Presbyterian Church in Hilton Head, SC. Memorials may be made to the charity of choice in Blaine’s name. For information, call 847-223-8122 or visit www.strangfuneral.org.

Judith F. “Judy” Erdmann, a resident of Ingleside, passed away Wednesday January 23, 2013, at Northern Illinois Medical Center in McHenry, IL, at the age of 67. She was born August 24, 1945 in Bexar, AL to Daulton and Evelyn (nee: Riddings) Lindsey. Judy is survived by her husband of 45 years, Glenn, whom she wed on December 23, 1967 in Chicago, IL, her children Sandy (JT) Tillert of Ingleside and Kim (Don) Neis of Ingleside, her grandchildren Samantha and Brodie of Ingleside, and her siblings Mather (Geraldine) Lindsey of Hamilton, AL, Euna (Billy) Hughes of Hamilton, AL, and Mary (Harold) Hood of Tullahoma, TN. She was preceded in death by her parents Daulton and Evelyn Lindsey. Friends of the family may visit Tuesday, January 29, 2013 from 6 to 7 p.m. with a funeral service commencing at 7:00pm at STRANG FUNERAL CHAPEL & CREMATORIUM, 410 E. Belvidere Rd., Grayslake, IL 60030. Interment will be held privately. Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association. For information, call 847-223-8122 or visit www.strangfuneral.org.

William H. Peters passed away at his home in Round Lake on Saturday, January 19, 2013 at the age of 63. He was born in Chicago, Illinois on November 5, 1949. He graduated from Grayslake High School in l968. He was retired at the time of his death. Bill was an accomplished guitar player and enjoyed playing for his family and friends. He was an avid Cub fan and enjoyed watching football, especially the Chicago Bears. He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Frances Peters; a brother, Robert C. Peters (died in action in Viet Nam); and a sister, Patricia Pickard. Surviving is a sister and brother-in-law, Sharon and Earl Smith of Hanover, Pennsylvania; three nieces; Debbie Cole, Becky Pomorin and Dona Behner; and a nephew, Andrew Pickard. Also surviving are several cousins and many good friends. Services for William will be held at the Strang Funeral Chapel, 410 East Belvidere Road, Grayslake on Saturday, January 26, 2013. A viewing will be held from 10 to 11 o’clock with the funeral service following at 11 o’clock. For information call 847 223 8122.

Richard Louis Scholz, a resident of Grayslake, passed away Tuesday January 15, 2013 at his residence at the age of 86. He was born February 25, 1926 in Chicago, IL. Richard was a World War II veteran having served with the US Navy. Richard is survived by his wife Margie Lavern Scholz, whom he wed on May 28, 1960, his children Steve (Linda) Scholz, Michael (Linda) Scholz, and Randolph (Olga) Scholz, and his grandchildren Theresa, Ryan, Cory, Casey, Jennifer, Olivia, and Andrew. A visitation is scheduled for Thursday January 17, 2013 from 4:00pm until 8:00pm at Strang Funeral Chapel 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030. A funeral service is scheduled for Friday January 18, 2013 at 10:00am at the funeral chapel. Interment will follow at Irving Park Cemetery in Chicago, IL. For information, please call (847) 223-8122 or visit www.strangfuneral.org.