Joan A. Johnston, 90, a lifetime resident of McHenry, IL, passed away April 11, 2024, at Northwestern Medical Center in McHenry, IL. She was born October 31, 1933, in Milton, WI to George and Hazel Schmaling.

Joan, also lovingly known as Josie, is and will always be one-of-a-kind. She was a wonderful mother and best friend who radiated kindness, excellent advice, class, a profound sense of style and fashion and demonstrated generosity to all she knew and loved. Josie absolutely adored her grandchildren and great grandchildren, who brought her endless joy and happiness.

Josie had many notable talents to include being a beautiful singer and entertainer, an avid golfer, an amazing cook, spending endless hours crocheting her cherished blankets for family, being a great Baseball Mom and Grandmother, being an awesome Band Mom, collecting rare China and figurines, traveling abroad, winning those Penny slot machines and Bingo with a special wiggle of the nose and incredible luck! And last but never least, telling the best dirty jokes without fail. She had impeccable timing.

Joan is survived by her Children Scott (Donna) Thompson and Ann Rowley (Moore); Grandchildren Eric (Anisha) Thompson, Evan (Breezy) Scully, Cora Dollenmaier, and Connor Rowley; Great-Grandchildren Nora Thompson, Weston Thompson, Kilani Cirelli, Cooper Mays, and Asher Mays; Nieces Gloria Schmaling (husband Terry McMahon) and Cathi Glos (Schmaling); Nephews Michael (Lorie) Schmaling and Mark (Barb) Schmaling.  Joan was preceded in death by her parents, her husband William (Bill) Johnston, her son Thomas (Tommy) Thompson, and her brothers Norman Schmaling, John Schmaling, and Robert Schmaling.

Josie, you are a true queen-of-hearts who will be honored and eternally loved. Thank you for all you have done for us. You are unforgettable. We will carry your memory in our hearts every day.

A Celebration of Life will be planned and announced shortly. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Diabetes Foundation or the Epilepsy Foundation. All funeral arrangements were entrusted to Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium, 410 E. Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030.

For more information log onto www.strangfuneral.org or contact 847-223-8122.

Sonja “LaVaughn” Barnes, age 86, a resident of Round Lake, IL and Pewaukee, WI, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on April 14, 2024 at Angels Grace Hospice in Oconomowoc, WI.  She was born on January 18, 1938 in Dyersburg, Tennessee to Paul and Myrtle Runions.  LaVaughn loved going out for ice cream, listening to country music and going to Old Country Buffet. She enjoyed her job and retired from Athletic Sewing. Most of all she loved spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren.

LaVaughn is survived by her grandchildren, Melissa (Josh) Quartana and Cameron Barnes; her daughter-in-law, Donna Barnes; great grandchildren, Giana and Gio Quartana; and sister-in-law, Diane Runions.  She was preceded in death by her husband of 61 years, Dave; her beloved son, David; and her siblings, Paul Runions and Margie Runions.

A Funeral Service will be held at Strang Funeral Chapel, 410 E Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030 on Friday, April 19, 2024 at 1pm.  A visitation will be held on Friday at the funeral chapel from 11am until 1pm at the time of service.  Interment will be held at Grant Cemetery. For more information, please call (847)223-8122 or visit www.StrangFuneral.org.

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Philip Sherwood Howe, age 76, a distinguished resident of Grayslake, IL, passed away on Thursday, April 11, 2024. Born on October 22, 1947, in Johnstown, PA, to Sidney and Elizabeth (nee Barrett) Howe, Philip led a life marked by service.

After growing up in Ossining, NY, Philip graduated from Fairfield University in Fairfield, CT in 1969 with a Bachelor’s Degree in History and was commissioned in the U.S. Air Force the same day. He later attended Georgetown University Law Center, graduating in 1972. Philip served actively in the Air Force for four years, starting in 1973, and continued in the Air Force Reserves until retiring as a Lieutenant Colonel in 1998 after 28 years of service.

Philip’s commitment to public service extended into his professional career. He worked in private practice before joining the Illinois Government in 1978. Over his career, he served as Senate Legislative Liaison for Governor James R. Thompson, General Counsel to Secretary of State James Edgar, and eventually as the Director and General Counsel for the Illinois Development Finance Authority. He concluded his Illinois public service as the Chief Administrative Judge at the Illinois Department of Professional Regulation and as Chairman of the Board of Tax Appeals at the Illinois Department of Revenue.

After retiring from the State of Illinois in 2003, Philip worked as an Administrative Law Judge for the Department of Defense, conducting hearings across the country until his final retirement in 2017.

Philip was also committed to his local community, serving over the years on the Grayslake School Board, Grayslake Public Library Board of Trustees and the Library Foundation, and with the Lake County Republican Central Committee. Philip’s hobbies included a passion for model railroading, and he served as President of the Lionel Operating Train Society, an international model railroad club.

Philip is survived by his loving wife of 42 years, Kirsten Reeder Howe; daughters, Sarah (David) Elliott of Grayslake, IL, and Susie (Sam O’Connor-Divelbiss) Howe of Lake Bluff, IL; granddaughters, Edith and Zoe; and siblings, Judith Bennett of Marietta, GA, Elizabeth Bonanno of Suwanee, GA, Stephen Howe of Kalispell, MT, and Michael Howe of Peterborough, NH. He was preceded in death by his parents.

Visitation will be held at Strang Funeral Chapel, 410 E Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030 on Thursday, April 18, 2024, from 4pm until 8pm. A Funeral Mass is scheduled at St. Mary of the Annunciation Catholic Church, 22333 W Erhart Road, Mundelein, IL 60060 on Friday, April 19, 2024, at 11am. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Liver Foundation (https://liverfoundation.org/).

Philip’s legacy of service, dedication, and love for his family will forever be cherished by those who knew him.

For more information, please call (847) 223-8122 or www.StrangFuneral.org.

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Roberto Arroyo, 73, a resident of Round Lake, IL, passed away April 11, 2024 at Good Shepherd Hospital in Barrington, IL.He was born June 7,1950 in Xochitepec Mexico to Pardo and Enemesia Arroyo.

After Roberto’s long battle with kidney disease now able to join his two infant children and his beloved mother-In-law Eufemia in heaven.

Roberto loved sitting on his deck enjoying his music especially Creedence Clearwater Revival. He was an avid soccer fan and he would religiously watch his favorite soccer club Cruz Arul. Even as it appeared that he was napping he would still be “watching” his favorite team on the field. He will always be remembered as the comedian and jokester of the family and always kept his family laughing even during the hard times.  His sense of humor and hard work etic is the greatest gift he bestowed to his three sons and his grandchildren.

Roberto is survived by his wife of 54 years Julia Arroyo, his children Roberto (Kari) Arroyo Jr., Sergio (Karla} Arroyo, Lali also known as Dario Arroyo, his grandchildren Camryn Arroyo, Carisa Arroyo, Aaron Arroyo, and Adam Arroyo.

A visitation and service  will be held at Strang Funeral Chapel, 410 E Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030 on Sunday, April 21, 2024, from 3:00pm to 7:00pm with a service commencing at 7:00 pm.   For more information, please call (847)223-8122 or visit www.StrangFuneral.org.   

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Shirley Lee Murray was born on August 11th, 1935, in Baltimore City, Maryland, and died on April 8th, 2024, in Kenosha, Wisconsin.

Shirley grew up in Maryland with her parents, four sisters, and two brothers. As an adult, she started working as a waitress at the Mary-Bo Restaurant &Truck stop and met the love of her life, Edward G. Murray. Eds’ family owned that truck stop, and when he came in to eat, Eds’ eye was caught by a beautiful young lady who devoted her life to him for the next 47 years. It was indeed love at first sight. The two married in 1953 and had their first child, Debra, in 1954. Edward Jr followed in 1956, Billie in 1958, Pamela in 1962, and Cindy in 1966.

She was the biggest cheerleader of her five children and a nephew who lived with them. Shirley always had their backs! After having moved around- from Maryland to California to Michigan, the family settled in Round Lake Park. While raising her family, she worked for the Canteen Corporation at the College of Lake County in Grayslake and Baxter in Round Lake.

Shirley kept herself busy with hobbies such as sewing, making ceramic pieces for years, and entering them into the Lake County Fair. She won many ribbons, some first-place ones!  She loved scrapbooking family events and making beautiful books about the whole family. She loved quilting and made lovely quilts for her children and grandchildren.  However, one thing she spent over 20 years on was her Genealogy research, and she left behind a beautiful family history that dates to 1878.

Shirley is survived by her children: Debra (Jay) Tumulak of Grayslake, IL; Edward (Cheryl) Murray of Somerset, KY; Billie (Mary) Murray of Delavan, WI; Pamela (Rob) Cecchini of Antioch, IL, and Cindy (Randy) Feldkamp of Kenosha, WI; her grandchildren: Jim (Christy) Arrajj, Shannon (Eric) Fender, Aaron (Leann) Arrajj, Marlone Louie Tumulak, Joshua (Jackie) Murray, Melissa Gensel, Alicia (Stephen) Cole, Brandon (Sarah) Murray, Chaz (Mallory) Whetstone, Tyler Whetstone, Lacy Lanciloti, Vincent Lanciloti, Blake Lanciloti, Lisa Sparks, and Jaylene Sparks; her 26 great-grandchildren; and her siblings, Donna Hollingsworth, Marion DuFour, Bonnie (Jim) Thompson, Bo Goad, and many nephews and nieces.

Her husband, Edward Sr.; sister, Patricia Sargent; brother, Robert Jones; two brothers-in-law, Buddy Hollingsworth, and Billy DuFour; and two grandchildren, Doug Sparks and Louis Lanciloti, preceded her in death.

All will enormously miss her.

A visitation will be held at Strang Funeral Chapel, 410 E Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030 on Saturday, April 20, 2024, from 3-4pm immediate family and 4pm until 7pm public.  A funeral service will be held at Strang Funeral Chapel, 410 E Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030 on Sunday, April 21, 2024, at 12pm. Interment will follow at Avon Centre Cemetery in Grayslake, IL.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be to the Alzheimer’s Association. For more information, please call (847)223-8122 or visit www.StrangFuneral.org.   

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Barbara Ann Baer, of Johnsburg, Illinois passed away in Crystal Lake, Illinois on Saturday, March 30, 2024.  She was the daughter of George Robert Baer Sr. and Mary Margaret (Newkirk) Baer of Hagerstown, Indiana. 

Her Education included primary grades at Hagerstown, Hagerstown High School class of 1964, her undergraduate at Columbus College Georgia, and her Masters at Northern Illinois University.  She taught mathematics at Warren Township High School.

Barb enjoyed many sports, but loved playing softball and was on many area teams.  Some of her favorite activities included camping, country music, traveling and was an avid Star Trek fan.

She is survived by her brother, Bob and sister-in-law, Joyce Baer with whom she loved to spend time with. Also important to her were her three nephews, Bob (Tracy) Baer, Andrew Baer, and Will (Katie) Baer, she was very proud of her great niece, Dahlia.  Her step mother, Diane Baer living in Texas. Her many friends, Linda Messinger was her housemate, Elaine Frantz and Susan Detweiler formerly of Hagerstown whom went to school with Barb.

A visitation and funeral service are scheduled for Thursday, April 11, 2024 at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium, 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030 from 3:00pm until 5:00pm with the service commencing at 5:00pm.  Burial service will be held at Brick Cemetery in Hagerstown, Indiana on Saturday April 13, 2024 at 11:00 am.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to your favorite charity of choice. For more information, please log onto www.strangfuneral.org or contact (847)223-8122.

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Marilee A. Hart, 93, a resident of McHenry, IL, passed away on April 3, 2024 surrounded by her four children at her home.  She was born March 27, 1931 in Walnut, IL to Homer and Violet Winger.

Marilee was an elementary school teacher in North Chicago for many years.  Along with her husband, she owned and operated the Grayslake Dog and Suds for 12 years, where some of her fondest memories were of the kids they employed.  She was a loving wife for 57 years to her husband Kenneth and an incredibly loving mother to her four children.  Marilee and her husband enjoyed a wonderful group of friends and fellow educators, known as the “Mr. Lucky Club”.  Marilee and Kenneth, in their golden years, especially enjoyed their 14 trips to Hawaii and it became a special place in both their hearts.

Marilee is survived by her children Robert (Kori) Hart, Karen (Larry) Brooks, David (Kay) Hart, and Linda (Bill) Vaananen, her grandchildren Megan Hart, Kaylin Hart, Ryan Brooks, Kyle Brooks, Lauren Brooks, Mia Vaananen and Ian Vaananen, her great-grandchild Rylee Brooks, and her sister Annette Aschenbrenner.  She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Kenneth Hart, and her sister Phyllis Winger.

A visitation and funeral service are scheduled for Monday, April 8, 2024 at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030 from 1:00pm until 3:00pm with the service commencing at 3:00pm.  Interment will be held privately.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project, Tunnel to Towers Foundation, or the American Red Cross.  For more information, please log onto www.strangfuneral.org or contact (847)223-8122.

John Dynes Jr., 98, loving father, grandfather, great grandfather, passed away peacefully with family at his side April 2, 2024, at the Bickford of Crystal Lake, IL.  He was born August 1925 in Donora, PA to John and Anna Dynes.

A veteran of World War II, John served with the US Navy in the Asiatic Pacific area.  Later he spent many years with the US Postal Service as both a mail carrier and maintenance man. John had a wide range of interests, enjoying math, drawing, designing and dyeing Pysanki Easter eggs, and capturing memories through home movies and photos. Other interests were model building, stamp and coin collecting, wood carving, car racing, polka dancing, and he was dedicated to compiling family history on both sides of his family.  Peace was found in nature walks and fishing, in addition to watching football and car racing. He was always curious, visiting historic sites and museums. John had a love of acquiring knowledge about science and technology especially regarding the space program and sharing his skills and experiences.  Most of all, he liked visiting and helping family, and friends who were considered extended family. Watching his grandchildren and great grandchildren grow up provided him immense joy.

John is survived by his children Donna (Mike), Linda (Steve), and Ken (Debbie), his grandchildren Jenn (Ken), Joe (Courtney), and Jim (Tom), and his great-grandchildren Joey, Annabelle, and Riley.  He was preceded in death by his parents and his wife Rose Dynes.

A visitation and funeral service are scheduled for April 10, 2024, at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030 from 3:00pm until 5:00pm with the service commencing at 5:00pm.  Interment will be held on April 11,2024 11:00 AM at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery in Elwood, IL.  For more information log onto www.strangfuneral.org or contact (847)223-8122. 

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John “Hans” H. Koenig, 89, a resident of Grayslake, IL, passed away April 2, 2024 at his home.  He was born July 16, 1934 in Chicago, IL to Michael and Anna Koenig. 

John was a veteran of the Korean War having served with the US Marines.  He retired from the Chicago Police Department after serving for over 30 years, having reached the rank of Detective.  He was an avid golfer and bowler.

John is survived by his children Kim Koenig and Mark Koenig, his loving companion Marie Hall and her wonderful family, his niece and nephews Terri Lamberti, Mike Koenig, and Paul Koenig, and numerous great-nieces and great-nephews.  He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Sandra, his brother Michael, and his niece Annie Koenig.

A visitation is scheduled for Tuesday, April 9, 2024 at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030 from 4:00pm until 8:00pm.  The funeral service is scheduled for Wednesday, April 10, 2024 at 11:00am at the funeral chapel.  Interment will be held at Willow Lawn Cemetery in Vernon Hills, IL. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made Lake County Honor Flight https://www.lakecountyhonorflight.org/ or P.O. Box 1187 North Chicago, IL 60064.

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Roger Oliver Richardson a longtime (58 years) resident of Grayslake, IL passed away Friday, March 29, 2024, at the age of 93.  He was born June 23, 1930, in Ingleside, IL to Zella and Leo (Mike) Richardson.

Roger was a graduate of Grant High School in Fox Lake, Illinois. After high school, he started working for Illinois Bell. Two years later he enlisted in the United States Airforce, where he served during the Korean War. After the Airforce, he returned to Illinois Bell in Waukegan, IL and met the love of his life, Patsy R. Cranor. Roger and Patsy married in 1954 and were inseparable! Upon an early retirement from the telephone company, he opened his own business “Rogers Add a Phone” and loved it!

Rog enjoyed reading the newspaper daily, gardening, bird watching, vacationing in the Northwoods, trips to Gulf Shores and miscellaneous projects around his and his children’s homes. His biggest joy was spending time with family. He was a proud member of the United Protestant Church in Grayslake.

Roger was a devoted husband, treasured friend, and a wonderful grandfather and dad. He was very grateful every day for all his blessings. He had an infectious laugh and lived his life glass half full, always happy and smiling. He was the life of the party and will be deeply missed. Roger is survived by his 3 daughters Sandy (John) Sparkman, Debbie (Carl) Wilt, and Lisa (Trent) Farm, his grandchildren, Christopher (Steph) Sparkman, Kaila (TJ) Rumpf, Carson Sparkman, McKenzie Wilt, Brooke Wilt, Max (Rinda) Mansell, his step grandchildren Jaclyn and Jillian Farm, nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his Wife Patsy, his parents, and sister Nancy (Richardson) Tinney.

A visitation is scheduled for Friday, April 5 from 4:00 – 8:00 pm at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium, 410 E. Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL.  A funeral service is scheduled for Saturdary, April 6, 2024 at 10:00 am at the United Protestant Church, 54 S. Whitney St., Grayslake, IL. Interment will follow at Highland Memorial Park Cemetery in Libertyville, IL. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the United Protestant Church. For more information, please call 847-223-8122 or visit www.strangfuneral.org.

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Ruth Alice Woodruff: 07/25/1936 – 03/26/2024

Ruth Alice Woodruff passed away quietly, at home, surrounded by her family and dogs on 03/26/2024. Born on 07/25/1936, Ruth grew up in Grayslake, IL, and raised her family in Libertyville, IL. Ruth’s life was filled with hobbies, adventures and in the service of others. She was a life-long educator, helping hundreds of children start their learning journeys and others achieve their dreams via adult education. Ruth loved anything colored Red, Square Dancing, Camping, Computers, Genealogy, Sewing, Parades, Musicals, Marching Bands, and every tune that John Philip Sousa wrote or inspired. Ruth attended Northern Illinois University, graduating in 1958 and later earned her master’s in education from National Louis University, sharing that adventure with her daughter and friends.

She is preceded by her husband of 61 years CL “Woody” Woodruff, her parents, Adolf and Helen LeDain, her sister Jean, nephew Rick Irvine and grandson Barry Woodruff.

Surviving her are daughter Tammy (Leo) Lowy, her son, Steve Woodruff, her brother John (Wanda) LeDain, her sister Donna (Ed) Slavik, grandchildren Samantha Lowy, Lee Woodruff, Sean (Tami) Shubin, and 2 great-grandchildren Hannah and Alex Shubin as well as many nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be at Strang’s Funeral Home in Grayslake, IL on 04/06/2024 from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm, with a service following at the same location, at 1:00 pm. A time for refreshments and remembering will be held afterwards, at Hope Evangelical Presbyterian Church, 32475 N Alleghany Rd, Grayslake, IL 60030. Interment will be private.

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Beverly DeQuaker, 85, was taken to be with the Lord on March 26, 2024.  She was the devoted and loving wife of Donald for over 64 years.  She was born September 1, 1938 in Mt. Horeb, WI to Richard Sr. and Eleanor (nee: Opsal) Plzak.

Bev’s legacy is honored by her 6 children, multiple grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren.  She was loved by her brothers: Richard and John, as well as many nieces and nephews.  Bev’s intelligence and caring nature, earned her a Bachelor of Science degree in nursing, working as a Registered Nurse.  She was beloved by her patients who were sorry to see her retire.  Bev enjoyed vacations with Don.  Together they traveled on cruise ships to Alaska, Bermuda, and the Caribbean on several occasions; and vacation flights to Australia, New Zealand, Hawaii, Singapore and China.  With family they took annual vacations.  The most memorable sight seeing trips were via motor home: A trip of 15 days traveling from Illinois to Arizona; and a 14-day trip through Indiana, Kentucky, Tennessee and Ohio.  Wife and husband enjoyed fishing.  Bev was a Eucharistic Minister for many years, in church and to the homebound.  Her husband, her family, and her Catholic faith were the main focus of her life.

Bev is survived by her husband, Donald DeQuaker, her children Steven (Cathie) DeQuaker, Donna (David) Cameron, Lori DeQuaker, Judith L. DeQuaker, Amy DeQuaker, and Patti (Michael) Dean, numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and 3 great-great-grandchildren, and her brothers Richard Plzak Jr. and John Plzak.  She was preceded in death by her parents and in-laws.

A visitation is scheduled for Friday, April 12, 2024 at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030 from 4:00pm until 8:00pm.  A visitation and funeral mass is scheduled for Saturday, April 13, 2024 at St. Mary of Annunciation 22333 W. Erhart Road Mundelein, IL 60050 from 10:00am until 11:00am with the mass commencing at 11:00am.  Interment will follow the services at St. Michael the Archangel in Palatine, IL.  For more information log onto www.strangfuneral.org or contact (847)223-8122.

By the grace of God Bev and Don DeQuaker together in life for 64 years will be united again after their journey to Heaven with the Lord. 

Judith A. Pivonka, 80, passed away March 15, 2024 at Advocate Condell Medical Center in Libertyville, IL. She was born February 6, 1944 in Libertyville, IL to Jerry and Ann Unger.

A memorial visitation and service are scheduled for April 7, 2024 at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030 from 1:00pm until 4:00pm with the service commencing at 4:00pm. Interment will be held privately. For more information log onto www.strangfuneral.org or contact (847)223-8122.

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Joyce E. Hanlon passed away on Friday, March 22, 2024 at the age of 99 in Round Lake Beach, IL.

She was born on October 22, 1924, in England, the town of Woolwich to Minnie Maud Meyers and Sydney Albert Rayner. She attended Kings Warren (Brown School) boarding school.

She lived in Zion, IL for 60 plus years and was an Illinois Bell Operator for 30 years, in Waukegan, IL. Joyce was a member of Zion’s Women’s Auxiliary, Kiwanis, Modal A Club, Women’s American Legion, Grace Missionary Church bible study group, volunteer tutor at Zion-Benton High School and election judge.

Joyce was preceded in death by her husband, John of 51 years.  She was a devoted mother of seven children, Eric (Libby), Donna, Mark (Wendy), Stephen (Judy), Valerie, Trudi (Benny Preslar), Cherylann (Greg Herman); Proud Grandmother to, Michael (Paula), Rabecca, Sonja (Corey), Amy, Matthew, John, Jeremy, Glen, Maxx and Maggy; Great Grandmother to, Sheyenne (Cody), Maesa, Chance, David, Stephanie, Laylah, Kailani, Caleb, Halia; and Great-Great Grandmother to Shylloe.

All arrangements were entrusted to Strang Funeral Chapel, 410 E Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030.  For more information, please call (847)223-8122 or visit www.StrangFuneral.org. 

Richard H. Schultz, 68, a resident of McHenry, IL, passed away March 17, 2024 at his home.  He was born July 18, 1955 in Lake County, IL to Lois and George Schultz.

Richard is survived by his children Kelli Stanley, April Putwen, Michelle Anderson, and Denise Carlson, his grandchildren Devin Edwards, Alyssa Edwards, Jayden Shannon, Zack Anderson, Jack Anderson, Mack Anderson, Chloe Carlson, Camrin Carlson, Kiara Stanley, Maya Stanley, Olivia Stanley, William Stanley, Alannah Stanley, and great grandchildren Levi Carlson and  Brinley Gersch, and his siblings George Schultz, Joanne Harvey, and Adam Schultz.  He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Patricia Schultz, and his sisters Barb Schultz and Jeannine Jacobson. 

A celebration of Richard’s life will be held on April 1, 2024 at the Lighthouse Church 2742 Barney Court McHenry, IL 60051 from 4:00PM until 6:00PM.  Proceeding this will be a memorial service in his honor at 6:00PM. Interment will be held privately following the memorial service. 

All funeral arrangements were entrusted to Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium. For more information log onto www.strangfuneral.og or contact (847)223-8122.

Cole William Adkins, 24, a resident of Chicago, passed away March 13, 2024 at his home.  He was born April 28, 1999 in Grayslake, IL to Amy and Ted Adkins.

Cole was a member of St. Gilberts Church.  He was a graduate of Grayslake Central High School where he played on the Rams football and lacrosse teams.  He was a black belt in Shotokan Karate and was a member of the Phi-Gamma-Delta Fraternity and the Future Business Leaders of America. Cole lived a full life in his short time and lit up every room he walked into. He traveled the world, and had the most memorable and infectious laugh. He never met a stranger that didn’t become a friend.  He will be missed by everyone dearly. 

Cole is survived by his parents Amy and Ted Adkins, his sister Isabella Adkins of Hainesville and his grandparents Mary Ann DuFour, Nancy Bohr, Paul Crawley, and Theodore Adkins.  He was preceded in death by his grandfather George DuFour.

A visitation is scheduled for Friday, March 22, 2024 at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030 from 4:00pm until 9:00pm.  A funeral mass is scheduled for Saturday, March 23, 2024 at St. Gilbert Catholic Church 301 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030 at 11:00am.  Interment will follow the mass at Ascension Catholic Cemetery in Libertyville, IL.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the family.  For more information log onto www.strangfuneral.org or contact (847)223-8122.

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Srinivas Gollapudi, age 72, a resident of Lindenhurst, IL, passed away on March 12, 2024 at his home.  He was born in India.  He was a member of Chinmaya Mission.

Srinivas is survived by his wife, Lakshmi, of 43 years; his 2 children and their spouses; and his 3 grandchildren.

A visitation and funeral service will be held at Strang Funeral Chapel, 410 E Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030 on Sunday, March 17, 2024 from 9am until 11:30am.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Chinmaya Mission.  For more information, please call (847) 223-8122 or visit www.StrangFuneral.org. 

James Herbert Tamraz, 74, a long-time resident of Grayslake, IL, passed away on March 11, 2024, at his home.  He was born September 4, 1949, in Great Lakes, IL to John P. and June (nee: Horn) Tamraz. 

Jimmy drifted peacefully to the other side smiling after stating he was called for his next epic adventure. He was a “one in a million person” who would find the best in any situation.  Jim was a true optimist and guiding light. He was an outstanding leader, during his military service and at home. Jimmy was a magnificent husband, incredible father, wonderful grandad, valued friend, talented author, enlightened philosopher, a bit of an eclectic (top-hat), trusted mentor for those in need, an avid historian, and a decorated true Vietnam war hero.  Jimmy was always out and about on the forest preserve trails embracing the beautiful gifts of nature. He truly celebrated every single day. 

James is survived by his wife of 50 years, Gale, whom he wed on June 23, 1973, at Fort Sheridan, IL, his children JuliAnna Cimaglio of Third Lake and Gretta (Jeffrey Buff) of Johnsburg, his grandchildren Katelyn Cimaglio, Ellen Cimaglio, and Cameron Buff, and his siblings Jeanne Pirc, Jeff Tamraz, and Jack (Aneta) Tamraz.  He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother Joel Tamraz.

A visitation and funeral service is scheduled for Saturday, March 16, 2024, at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030 from 2:00 pm until 6:00 pm with the funeral service commencing at 5:30 pm.  Interment will be held privately.  For more information log onto www.strangfuneral.org or contact (847)223-8122.