Tina M. Mikus, 82, a resident of Grayslake, IL, passed away January 8, 2023 at her home. She was born February 27, 1940 in Holland to John and Ann Vandenbraak. 

Tina passed peacefully on January 8, 2023 surrounded by her family.  Her strength and positivity were inspiring.  Tina was a talented artist and loved her family and her garden.

Tina is survived by her children Kim (Kevin) Croke of Lake Zurich. Emily Pecora of Wadsworth, and Melissa (Ryan) Tendick of Gurnee, her grandchildren Angela Pecora, Joseph Pecora, Brian Croke, Megan Croke, Annika Tendick, and Alison Tendick, and her siblings John Vandenbraak, Margaret VanHelvert and Ann Vanhelvert.  She was preceded in death by her parents, her sisters Marian Vandenbraak and Rickey Choma, and her husband Walter Mikus.   

A memorial visitation and mass is scheduled for Saturday, January 21, 2023 from 8:30am until 9:30am with the mass commencing at 9:30am at St. Paul the Apostle Church 6401 Gages Lake Rd. Gurnee, IL 60031.  Inurnment will be held at Ascension Cemetery in Libertyville, IL.  All funeral 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. 

In memory of Tina’s love of bike riding and nature, please consider donating to the Preservation Foundation of the Lake County Forest Preserves.  

https://www.lcfpd.org/preservation-foundation/donate-now/

Cathy Wallace (Auslander/Petruczenko) 66, of Round Lake Beach IL, passed away on January 9, 2023. She was the beloved wife of the Mark Wallace and daughter of the late Catherine and Edward Petruczenko. Cathy is survived by her sisters, Diane (Tom) Dorner and Linda Abendroth. She was a proud Aunt and (step) grandmother. Her heart included her boys (dogs) Bonsai, Mikito and Cooper. She was preceded in death by her parents, Edward and Catherine & her brother Joseph.

She had a big heart and smile, she loved to hear all about our families and especially your pets.

A visitation will be held on Saturday, January 21, 2023 at 10:00 am at St Gilbert’s Catholic Church located at 301 E Belvidere Road in Grayslake, IL with a 11:00am Catholic mass and luncheon to follow.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Heart Association, American Diabetes Association or your local no kill animal shelter.   

Ronald James Snell passed away peacefully at home in Grayslake, IL on January 7, 2023, at the age of 80, surrounded by family and loved ones.

He is survived and missed by his loving wife, Astaire Snell, his two daughters, Alexandra Snell and Eleni Irene White, and his two grandsons, Jason Patrick White and Kelly Michael White. He is also survived and missed by his three sisters, Irene Stickler, Jeanne Hand, JoAnn Binder and many nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews.

Ron was predeceased and goes to join his loving parents, Kelly and Wyonna Snell, his brother, Jerry Snell, sister, Sheila Koski, and brother, Jack Snell.

Ron was born October 23, 1942 in upstate New York and grew up on a farm in Munnsville, New York. After graduating from Spencer High School and working various jobs, he moved to Arizona to pursue a career in country and western music as a professional drummer. During this pursuit he took on various day jobs to help him get started. Eventually that lead him to take on a stocking position with a local Walgreens in 1963. He quickly moved up to Assistant Store Manager and was presented an opportunity to join the company’s store opening crew.

 Doing so well with Walgreens, Ron decided to put music on hold and focus on his new career path. He was well liked and hard working. Over time he was promoted to join the Walgreens Corporate Team and relocated from Arizona to their main office in Deerfield, IL.

Through mutual friends he was introduced and fell in love with his wife Astaire. Ron had always had hopes of starting a family and was proud to begin by adopting Astaire’s daughter, Alix, as his own. The three settled into a new home in Grayslake, IL and soon after they welcomed their second daughter, Eleni.

Ron went on to have a long and fulfilling career as a Buyer with Walgreens before retiring to enjoy more time with his wife and family after 40 years of service. Ron was an avid fisherman, a wonderful chef and food enthusiast, a hobby photographer and continued to love music, playing as often as he could for friends and family.

No words can express how grateful and blessed we were to have had him in our lives. Our love and thanks to all those who loved him and a special thanks to Ron’s nieces for helping us care for him, making his last days with us the best they could be. Ron led a rich and fulfilling life with so many wonderful stories, friends, family and so much love. He will be deeply missed.

A memorial visitation will be held on Saturday, January 21, from 1-4pm at Strang Funeral Chapel and Crematorium, 410 E Belvedere Rd, Grayslake IL, with a memorial service beginning at 3:00. Interment will be held privately.  For more information, please call (847)223-8122 or visit www.StrangFuneral.org.

Memorial contributions may be made and greatly appreciated to Matthias Academy 12603 224^th Ave, Benet Lake, WI 53102 or online at https://www.matthiasacademy.org/donation/ 

Ninfa Bonilla, 61, a resident of Beach Park, IL, passed away January 6, 2023 at her home.  She was born January 29, 1961 in Mexico to Tirso and Alberta Martinez.

Ninfa was deeply religious and a faithful servant of God.  She taught her children that life was a great gift and meant to be lived to the fullest.  She was welcoming and inviting to anyone she met and truly loved her family.

Ninfa is survived by her husband of 38 years, Salvador Bonilla, her parents Tirso and Alberta Martinez, her children Veronica (John) Schneider, Edith (Juan) Molina, Salvador Bonilla Jr., her grandchildren Alyssa Tammen, Liam (Noel) Schneider, Jocelyn Molina, and Aisleen Molina, and her siblings Raul, Moises, Javier, Ruben, Joel, Mayolo, Sofia, Oralia, Gloria, and Angelica.

A visitation is scheduled for Friday, January 13, 2023 from 4:00pm until 8:00pm at Strang Funeral Chapel, 410 E. Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030.  A funeral mass is scheduled for Saturday, January 14, 2023 at 11:00am at Holy Family Church 450 Keller Ave. Waukegan, IL 60085.  Interment will follow at Ascension Cemetery in Libertyville, IL.  Memorial donations may be made to the Susan G. Komen Foundation  www.komen.org.   For more information, please call (847) 223-8122 or visit www.StrangFuneral.org. 

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Richard “Dick” A. Rogala, age 84, passed away at his home in Grayslake, IL on Saturday, January 7^th with his family by his side.  Dick was born on January 21, 1938 in Waukegan, IL to parents Alex E. and Mary E (nee Korjenek) Rogala.

Dick attended Holy Family Grade School, Loras Academy and was in the first graduating class of North Chicago High School.  After high school, he proudly served in the United States Air Force for four years as a radio operator.  After the Air Force, he attended Illinois State University where he met his future wife, Diane L. Hattendorf.  Following graduation from ISU, he and Diane were married on August 15, 1964.

Dick enjoyed his family, history, vintage airplanes, old movies, playing golf, doing taxes as an AARP Tax Counselor in Waukegan and was a lifelong Chicago White Sox fan. Dick and Diane raised their family in Lindenhurst, IL before moving to Grayslake.  He was a great father, coaching his children’s baseball, softball, and floor hockey teams and attending all their activities.  As a proud grandfather, he loved going to gymnastics meets, dance recitals, volleyball games, tennis matches and anything else his granddaughters were doing.  For the last few years, he also enjoyed spending the winter months in Florida with Diane.

Surviving family members include his wife of 58 years, Diane (nee Hattendorf) Rogala of Grayslake, son Mark of Vernon Hills, daughter Ali of Glendale Heights, daughter Erica (Jayson) Hardersen of Johnsburg and grandchildren Ava and Rylee Hardersen.  He was preceded in death by his parents and brother Robert M. Rogala.

Visitation from 9:30-11:30 on Friday January 13^th at Strang Funeral Chapel 410 E Belvidere Road, Grayslake.  Funeral mass follows at noon at St. Mary of the Annunciation; 22333 W Erhart Road, Mundelein.  Internment at Highland Memorial Park, Libertyville.  In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital, Fisher House Foundation, Samaritan’s Purse, or your favorite charity.  For more information please log onto www.strangfuneral.org or call (847)223-8122. To view the livestream of the the funeral mass please log onto https://www.facebook.com/stmarymundelein

Skyler Michelle Hammond, 25, passed away January 6, 2023 at Lake Forest Hospital in Lake Forest, IL.  She was born June 11, 1997 in Lake Forest, IL to Tommy and Deborah Long.

Skyler graduated from Grayslake Central High School and the University of Wisconsin Whitewater.  She attended St. Gilberts Catholic Church in Grayslake, IL.

Skyler is survived by her husband of 4 years, Michael Hammond, whom she wed on June 30, 2018 at St. Patrick’s Church in Wadsworth, IL, her son Bryson Hammond, her parents Tommy and Deborah Long, her brothers Mark Long and Jared Long, and her maternal grandmother Jane Dunwoodie, her paternal grandmother Jan Lukken, and her paternal grandparents George and Amelia Long.  She was preceded in death by her maternal grandfather Raymond Dunwoodie and her unborn daughter Connolly C. Hammond. 

A visitation is scheduled for Thursday, January 12, 2023 from 4:00pm until 8:00pm at Strang Funeral Chapel, 410 E. Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030.  A funeral mass is scheduled for Friday, January 13, 2023 at 11:00am at St. Gilbert Catholic Church 301 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030.  Interment will be held privately.  In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society or a trust fund for Bryson Hammond.   For more information, please call (847) 223-8122 or visit www.StrangFuneral.org. 

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Donna L. Freiburger, age 75, a resident of Gurnee, passed away on January 4, 2023 at Condell Hospital in Libertyville. She was born on August 5, 1947 in Hazel Green, Wis to Henry and Helen (nee Behm) Hall.

During her healthier years prior to her long physical decline, Donna was a committed adorer at the Marytown Chapel of Perpetual Adoration for several years. She was very devoted to the Divine Mercy Chaplet during the daily 3:00 hour of Divine Mercy (A.M. and P.M.)  She was called to Heaven at 3:25 A.M. As Donna would say “HIS timing is always perfect”.

Donna loved her family and friends.  She a very caring daughter to her mother and father and the first person called whenever prayers were needed. Donna had no siblings, but was like a beloved sister to her closest friends. She was a very special “Auntie Donna” to their children and dear godmother to her very devoted godchild, Sharon.

Donna was a perfectionist yet she enjoyed and appreciated the simple things in life.  She loved special gatherings with family and friends, baking Christmas cookies with cousins, and  English high tea.

Donna was preceded in death by her parents; and her husband, George.

A visitation will be held at Strang Funeral Chapel, 410 E Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030 on Saturday, January 14, 2023 from 10am until 11am.  A funeral Mass will be held at St. Gilbert Catholic Church, 301 E Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030 on Saturday, January 14, 2023 at 11:00am.  Interment will be held at Ascension Catholic Cemetery in Libertyville, IL.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Mary Town Chapel. For more information, please call (847) 223-8122 or visit www.StrangFuneral.org

Arthur A. Clark, age 92, of Bristol, Wisconsin, passed away on January 4, 2023 at his home surrounded by his loving wife and children. He was born on August 11, 1930 in Milburn, IL to Wayne R. and Ester J. (nee Ralph) Clark.  As a long time member of The Windy City Ramblers Camping Club where he and his wife Anne spent the years traveling the country. Most of all his pride and joy were his grandchildren Tim and Taylor.

Arthur is survived by his wife of 69 years, Anne Marie; his son, Michael (Debra) of Bristol, WI; and his grandson, Tim (Francesca) of Minneapolis MN.  He was preceded in death by granddaughter, Taylor; his 4 brothers; and his 3 sisters.

A private family service will be held at a later date.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Kenosha Hospice. All funeral 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. 

Wilma Ruth Steward, 97, a resident of Round Lake Beach, passed away on Tuesday, January 3, 2023.  She was born on July 18, 1925 in Toledo, Ohio to Curtis C. and Lillian J. Lavoy. 

She is survived by her children, Lilly Ann (Terrance) Yoder, Gloria Ruth(David) Anslow, Phyllis Eileen (Mark) Pattee; son-in-law, Bruce Callison; her 20 grandchildren; 12 great grandchildren; and 1 great great grandchild.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Kenneth N. Steward; and daughter, Kathleen Dawn Callison. 

A graveside service will take place at Highland Memorial Park, 33100 N Hunt Club Rd, Libertyville, Il 60048 on Monday, January 9, 2023 at 11:00 a.m.  For information, please call 847-223-8122 or visit www.strangfuneral.org.

Anthony “Tony” Frank Kirch, 82, a resident of Grayslake, IL, passed away December 18, 2022 at Advocate Condell Medical Center in Libertyville, IL.  He was born October 11, 1940 in Oak Park, IL to Anton and Emily Kirch.

Tony was a member of Farragut HS, American Sokol Organization, ETHS, Dancers, Gardeners of Central Lake County, and Carillon North.

Tony is survived by his wife, Janet Kirch, whom he wed on August 24, 1963 in Chicago, IL, his children Debra Kirch McIver and Eric Kirch, his grandchildren Riley Grace Kirch, Roscoe Anthony Kirch, and Ruby Mae Kirch, his nephew Scott Jirousek, and his niece Jenny Jirousek.  He was preceded in death by his parents and his sister Blanche.

A memorial visitation and service are scheduled for Saturday, July 22, 2023 from 10:30am until 2:30pm with the memorial service at 2:30pm at Strang Funeral Chapel, 410 E. Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030.   In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to any of the following charities or organizations; Liberty Prairie Foundation, 32400 Harris Road, Grayslake IL 60030; Green Youth Farm, https://www.lcfpd.org/preservation-foundation/green-youth-farm/; National Parks Foundation, https://give.nationalparks.org/site/Donation2?df_id=4924&4924.donation=form1&mfc_pref=T&s_src=NPF_Donor&s_subsrc=23D12WLB-D0L1X&utm_medium=lightbox&utm_campaign=fy23appeals&utm_source=lightbox&utm_content=link1&autologin=true; Animal Shelter of choice or Save a Pet IL. https://www.saveapetil.org/  or Our House of Hope https://www.ourhouseofhoperescue.com/; Lambs Farm, Libertyville, IL –  https://lambsfarm.org/support/make-a-donation/ .

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

Todd M. Tasker age 62, passed away Tuesday December 27,2022 in Pleasant Prairie, WI. He was born November 6, 1960 in Waukegan to Jerome and Carol Tasker.

Todd enjoyed being outdoors, spending time with family, and sharing music with anyone who would listen. He was a Bears, Bulls, Cubs, and Blackhawks fan. He was quick with a joke and loved working on his yard.

Todd is survived by his children Jake Tasker and Cassandra Tasker, and his siblings Tracy (David) Williams and Mike (Monica) Tasker. He was preceded in death by his parents.

A  visitation is scheduled for Monday, January 2, 2023 from 11:00am to 2:00pm at Strang Funeral Chapel, 410 E. Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030.  For more information, please call (847) 223-8122 or visit www.StrangFuneral.org. 

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Carol A. Rutter, 78, passed away December 22, 2022.  She was born June 26, 1944 in Cicero, IL to Lorraine and LeRoy Wilke.

Carol loved spending time with her family, movies, TV, and horses.

Carol is survived by her children David Rutter, Eric (Dafna Brown) Rutter, and Deborah (Jimmy) DeJesus, her grandchildren Dakota Rutter, Samantha DeJesus, and Roxanne DeJesus, and her brother Craig (Conchita) Wilke.  She was preceded in death by her parents Lorraine and LeRoy and her former husband Darrell.

A memorial visitation and service are scheduled for Thursday, December 29, 2022 from 1:00pm until 4:00pm with the service commencing at 4:00pm at Strang Funeral Chapel, 410 E. Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital https://www.stjude.org/ or St. Joseph Indian School https://www.stjo.org/.  For more information, please call (847) 223-8122 or visit www.StrangFuneral.org. 

Dino M. Cesa, age 98, of Pleasant Prairie, WI and formally of Grayslake, IL, passed away Monday, December 19, 2022.  He was born on September 16, 1924 in the Bronx, NY to Louis and Catherine (nee Daba) Cesa. Dino served in the Army Air Corps during WWII and graduated from Rutgers University.  Dino worked for General Cable, Johnson & Johnson, Hess, and Volkswagen of America.  In his retirement, he worked part time for the Federal Reserve.   He enjoyed listening to music and dancing with his beloved wife, Winifred, reading mystery novels, golfing, traveling, sailing and bike riding.

Dino is surived by his children, Mark (Irene) Cesa, Mary (Daniel) Mordini, Catherine Cesa, Rev. Dean Cesa, Winifred Rogers and Amy (Gregory) Rogers; his grandchildren, David (Gretchan Frederick) Cesa, Anna Cesa, Laura (Brian DeVree) Cesa, Christopher (Natasha) Mordini, Celeste (fiancé, Brandon Kayser) Mordini, Mia and Thomas Rogers; two great-grandchildren, Sophia and Stella Mordin  He was preceded in death by his wife, Winifred; and his siblings, Lucian Cesa, Ada Lasso, and Elio Cesa.

A Funeral Mass is scheduled for Tuesday, December 27, 2022 at 11:00am at St. Gilbert Catholic Church, 301 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030. A visitation will be held on Tuesday at the church from 10:00am until the time of Mass. Interment will follow at Ascension Cemetery in Libertyville, IL.  In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital at 501 St. Jude Place Memphis, TN 38105.  For more information, please call (847)223-8122 or visit www.StrangFuneral.org.

Albert Gammel, 73, a resident of Grayslake, IL, passed away December 18, 2022 at Advocate Condell Medical Center in Libertyville,IL.  He was born May 17, 1949 in Germany to Peter and Hildegard Gammel

Albert was a veteran having served for the US Coast Guard.  He enjoyed his side business “Al Can Paint” and was known for being a good handyman.

Albert is survived by his wife of 51 years, Jackie Gammel, his children Chip “Albert” Gammel, Jeff (Jennifer) Gammel, and Elizabeth (Stuart) Kenderes, his grandchildren Joshua Gammel, Eddie Gammel, Autumn (Jake) Economos, Felicity Gammel, Ben Gammel. Maddy Gammel, Noah Gammel, Tyler Gammel, Julianna Gammel, Jackson Gammel, and Theresa Gammel, his great-grandson Lukas Economos, his brother Richard Gammel, and his beloved cat Mellie.  He was preceded in death by his parents, his sister Hilda Stromski, and his granddaughter Emily Gammel.

A visitation is scheduled for Tuesday, December 20, 2022 from 4:00pm until 8:00pm at Strang Funeral Chapel, 410 E. Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030. A funeral mass is scheduled for Wednesday, December 21,2022 at 10:00am at St. Peters Catholic Church 27551 Volo Village Rd. Volo, IL 60073.  For more information, please call (847) 223-8122 or visit www.StrangFuneral.org. 

Magdalena F. Duerig (nee Lachmann), 86, formerly of Skokie, Illinois passed away, December 9, 2022. Lena was born January 8, 1936 in Rothschoenberg, Germany to Frieda (nee Eulitzer) and Max Lachmann. She grew up helping her family tend to the church’s farm and garden. In 1959, she left Germany to come to the United States. On May 25, 1959, she married the love of her life, Ernest Duerig. The two raised their sons, Eric & Roy. Lena was an amazing home maker, cook and gardener. Her Skokie yard was a piece of paradise.

Magdalena is survived by her eldest son Eric, daughter-in-law Joan, grandchildren Jenna (Bruce) MacTaggart, Julia Duerig, Nataline & Nicholas Duerig, great grandson Leon Leer, her devoted niece Hannelore (Dieter) Seidels, her many wonderful brothers & sisters-in-law, and nieces & nephews. She is preceded in death by her husband of 62 years Ernie, her sister Elfrieda Ammerer, and her beloved son Roy.

Lena will be remembered for her sense of fairness, her heart for the underdog, her love of gardening, cooking and reading. Lena loved her computer and had an insatiable appetite for information and problem-solving. In lieu of flowers the family is asking that you donate to a charity of your choosing. For more information, please call (847)223-8122 or visit www.StrangFuneral.org.

Alan Scott Reasoner, 57, passed away peacefully December 15^th with his wife Angela and son Jackson by his side.  Alan is survived by his wife Angela, son Jackson, Daughters Madeline Reasoner and Lauren Shropshire (Greyson), granddaughters Beckham and Charley Shropshire, Sister Nancy Grant (Jim), Mother Barbara Reasoner, Mother-in-law Brenda Stried, Brother and sister-in-law Jason and Andrea Gillette, Nephews Miles and Aidan Grant, Cole, Eli and Leo Gillette, along with many friends and colleagues.  Preceded in death by Father Robert Reasoner and brothers Eric and Troy Reasoner.

A graduate of Indiana University with a double major in Economics and Business, his first job out of school was bank examiner for the FDIC in Statesboro, Georgia, the start of a long and illustrious career in the banking industry which included a short stint in Kiev, Russia, among other stops.  Most recently he served as President and CEO of First Bank and Trust Company of Illinois, where he worked since 2001.

Alan was an accomplished Cornet player and athlete in younger days, playing in numerous bands throughout the years and using his 6’6” frame to much acclaim on the basketball court.  A devoted White Sox fan, Alan enjoyed many games with his family and friends.

Proud and loving Dad to Maddie, Lauren and Jackson, their guiding light and teacher of many lessons, whether the easy or the hard.  Beloved husband of 18+ years to Angie, her rock through all the ups and downs of life, including a fight against breast cancer, and all the other laughs and tears that marriage brings.  Loving older brother, tormentor, and partner in crime to Eric, Troy, and Nancy.  Doting son of Barbara and Robert Reasoner, their first born and both the receiver of all the great blessings of that mantle, and well as bearer of all the burdens that come with the job.  A fierce friend and brilliant colleague, Alan will be sorely missed by all who had the pleasure to know and love him.

A celebration of life will take place with an open house at Jimmy;s Charhouse 1413 Peterson Road Libertyville, IL. 60048 on Friday December 30,2022 from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm. For more information, please call (847)223-8122 or visit www.StrangFuneral.org.

Dolores E. Brearley, 83, a resident of Antioch, IL, passed away December 10, 2022 at Advocate Condell Medical Center in Libertyville, IL.  She was born May 20, 1939 in Iuka, MS the youngest child of William and Elvatine Daily.

Dolores attended Chicago Public Schools and graduated from Tuley High School in 1957.  She worked in Harris Bank in Chicago for 16 years, and in other banks in Illinois.  She enjoyed Church and reading, traveling, and her pets.

Dolores is survived by her husband Rev. E. Russel Brearley, her nephew, two great nieces, and many cousins.  She was preceded in death by her parents, her son Andrew J. Brearley, her sister Edith Atkins, and her brother Troy Daily.

A visitation and funeral service are scheduled for Monday, December 19, 2022 at United Methodist Church of Antioch 848 Main St. Antioch, IL 60002 from 10:00am until 11:00am with the funeral service commencing at 11:00am.  Interment will follow at Avon Centre Cemetery in Grayslake, IL.

All funeral arrangements were privately held and 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.