Thomas Turnbull was born in Mendota, IL on October 20, 1934, the first child of Rev. Roland E. Turnbull and Dorothy M. Turnbull of LaMoille, IL. At the age of 2, the family moved to Batavia, IL. While in the sixth grade the family moved to Alton, IL. Thomas graduated from Alton High School in 1952. He received a BA degree in History from Shurtleff College in 1956. He received an MA in geography from SIU Carbondale in 1958.

Thomas entered the US Army after graduation. He was sent to Natick, MA where he made climatic maps. While there, he accepted an invite to join a US Air Force expedition, and spent 6 months as a weather observer to Ward Hunt Island, off the north coast of Ellesmere Island, Canada.

Following his Army career he married Marianne Paul of Alton, IL in 1960. They moved to Waukegan, IL and he began his teaching career in Waukegan teaching grades five, six and eight.

Tom left teaching to take a position with Follett Publishing, Chicago, as Director of Research for the Social Studies Department. After two years he resumed teaching and taught in Deerfield Dist. 109 for 26 years.

After retirement he and his wife, Marianne, traveled widely visiting first Alaska and eastern Russia, the Panama Canal, Thailand, visiting the Arctic, Belgium, the Netherlands, Norway and two trips to England and Scotland. In 2003, he returned with his oldest son, Paul, to the arctic site where he had been stationed. He and his wife cruised around the southern tip of South America and their last trip was on the Rhine River then to Switzerland.

While on the first trip to Scotland, Tom was given the hereditary honor of Freeman of Berwick-on-Tweed. This award dates back hundreds of years.  On his second trip, Tom stood and vouched for sons Paul and John to receive the same hereditary honor.

Tom enjoyed fishing, gardening and singing in the church choir. He supported many environmental groups and Native American organizations, as well as veteran groups, Meals on Wheels, food pantries, and his church.

He is survived by his wife, Marianne, three children Paul (Carol) Turnbull, Donna (James) Zradicka, and John (Camille, dec.) Turnbull, and four grandchildren, Alan and Steven Turnbull and Anna and Scott Zradicka, and a sister, Ruth Evans of Madison, WI, and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents Rev. Roland and Dorothy Turnbull, and sister, Rae (and Mike) Farley.                

Memorial Service will be Saturday, April 2 at 1:00pm at Millburn United Church of Christ, Lake Villa, Illinois. In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to the Meals on Wheels program to feed homebound and needy families.   https://give.mowp.org/give/352089/#!/donation/checkout

Rev. Orrell Charles Ruth, 84, a resident of Grayslake, IL, passed away Monday, March 21, 2022.  He was born  November 13, 1937 in Elgin, IL to Charles and Jennie (nee Maule) Ruth. He grew up in Hampshire, IL and was a graduate of Hampshire High School, North Central College ‘59 and The Evangelical Theological Seminary ‘63.  He obtain his Certificate of Licensure to preach on June 19,1957 and was ordained a pastor of The Evangelical United Brethren Church on June 19, 1963.  He was a member of the Zion Church in Hampshire, IL and served the following parishes:  First United Methodist Church of Belvidere 1959, Grace Church Logan Square 1961, Alexis-Henderson 1963, Atwood Heights Christ Church Alsip 1965, Bethel-Christ Parish 1970, First United Methodist Church Freeport 1974, First United Methodist Church Ottawa 1979, Grace United Methodist Church Lake Bluff 1989, Our Redeemer’s United Methodist Church Schaumburg 1995, and The United Protestant Church Grayslake 1999.

He met his wife Marcia while serving as the assistant pastor and they were married on August 19, 1962 in Belvidere, IL. He loved baseball and was a lifelong Phillies fan. He enjoyed the hobby of raising and racing homing pigeons for many years and had a love of birds.  Orrell was a dedicated pastor, devoted and loving husband, father, son, brother and friend.  He loved his life’s work sharing God’s love with everyone he met.  His favorite phrase was “God Loves You and So Do I”

Rev. Orrell is survived by his daughter, Jennifer (Rajeev) Ruth-Daniel; and his siblings, Orris (Val) of Hampshire and Carlyn Rothlisberger of Perrysburg, OH.  He was preceded in death by his wife, Marcia Neufer Ruth; his daughter, Gisele Ruth; and his parents.   

A visitation will be held at Strang Funeral Chapel, 410 E. Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030 on Thursday, March 24, 2022 from 3:00pm until 7:00pm.  A funeral service will be held at United Protestant Church of Grayslake, 54 S Whitney Street, Grayslake, IL 60030 on Friday, March 25, 2022 at 10:00am.  Interment will be held at Hampshire Cemetery in Hampshire, IL.  In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the United Protestant Church of Grayslake or your local church. For information, please call 847-223-8122 or visit www.strangfuneral.org.

On March 14th, 2022, Crystal Marie Reinhardt “CoCo” passed away at the young age of 36, unexpectedly, at Advocate Christ Medical in Oak Lawn, IL.

Crystal is survived by her Daughter, Aryana F. Reinhardt; her Parents Stephen and Diane Reinhardt; her Brother Justin C. Reinhardt; her Grandmother Crystal I. Govas; her Uncle Gus Govas; Uncles & Aunts from Missouri, Mr.& Mrs. Gary and Cary Reinhardt; Mr. & Mrs. Mark Reinhardt; & Aunt Susan Mitchell; & many cousins.
Crystal was preceded in death by her Grandfather William G. Govas; her Grandfather Raymond Reinhardt; and her Grandmother Jean Reinhardt and her Aunt Diane of Missouri.

Crystal was born on August 12th, 1985 to her parents Mr. & Mrs. Stephen Reinhardt in Lake Forest, IL. Crystal was baptized Greek Orthodox at St. Demetrios Church. Crystal was a loving, cheerful, and funny child. Crystal could be found sledding, roller skating, and making people laugh. Crystal got her nickname “CoCo” from her older brother Justin and her nickname stuck throughout her whole life. 

Crystal grew into a beautiful, young, woman who proudly became the Mother of her Daughter Aryana on March 5th, 2008. Crystal loved being Aryana’s Mommy. Crystal also loved hiking, traveling, writing, music, and creating things. Crystal never let a day pass without letting her family and friends know how much she loved them. Crystal always had a card or something she made for all occasions. 

Crystal “CoCo” Reinhardt will be so dearly missed by her family, friends, and so many others whose lives she touched. Forever in our hearts and always on our mind. 

A visitation and funeral service will be held at New Gracanica Serbian Monastery, 35240 W. Grant Ave, Lake Villa on Thursday, March 24, 2022 from 10:00am until 11:30am with a funeral service commencing at 11:30am.  Interment will be held at New Gracanica Serbian Monastery Cemetery. 

Patricia Ann Silvola, age 88, a resident of Lindenhurst, passed away on Monday, March 21, 2022.  She was born on April 29, 1933, in Waukegan to Anthony and Helen (nee Gust) Pipcius. 

The youngest of five siblings, Patricia grew up in Lake County, Illinois. Patricia graduated from high school in 1951. She then worked as a nurse for more than 40 years while raising four children with her husband Robert. Throughout her life, Patricia introduced multiple generations of her family to the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, where her family continues to eat pasties, fish, camp, race turtles and more.

Patricia will be remembered for being an independent and loving nurse, wife, mother, and grandmother who cared for her family deeply. She also will be remembered for her baffling expressions and hilarious retorts. Patricia enjoyed spending time with her family and spoiling her grandchildren. Her family will miss receiving her thoughtful cards on every holiday and frequent calls to catch up on school, work, their lives, and current events while planning a future lunch date.

Patricia is survived by her children, Jo Hille of Sturtevant, WI and Michael (Michele) of Lindenhurst, IL; her grandchildren, Ryan Silvola of Madison, WI, Alex Silvola of Milwaukee, WI, Emily Silvola of Lindenhurst, IL, and Lauren Silvola of Seneca, IL.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Emil Silvola, Sr.; her daughter, Katherine Lee Silvola; her son, Robert Emil Silvola, Jr.; her parents; her sisters, Valeria (Joe) Rimkus, Eleanor (Don) Erbes, Josephine (Joseph) Krotzer, and Frances (John) Miller. 

A visitation and funeral service will be held at Strang Funeral Chapel, 410 E. Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030 on Thursday, March 24, 2022, from 10:00am until 11:00am, with a funeral service commencing at 11:00am. Interment will be held at Ascension Catholic Cemetery in Libertyville followed by a lunch at Jimmy’s Charhouse. For more information, please call (847) 223-8122 or visit www.StrangFuneral.org.  

Dean C Bowyer 76, a resident of Lindenhurst, IL. Passed away March 2, 2022 at Cancer Treatment Center in Zion, IL. He was born December 12, 1945 in Evanston, IL. to Lloyd & Helen Bowyer.

Dean is survived by his wife Madelyn, whom he wed on April 16, 1966 at St. Andrews church in Grayslake, IL, his Son Max (Tammy) Bowyer Libertyville, IL,his grandchildren Kaylie & Colby, his sister JoAnn (Richard) Flament, his brothers-in-law Wayne (Jacquie) Wodach, Brett (Linda) Wodach, his niece and nephews Brad (Rachel) Flament, Brian (Janel) Flament, Jeni (Jeff) Stropkey. He loved his grand dogs Black dog (Jax), and Axel.

He was preceded in death by his parents Lloyd & Helen Bowyer, and his son Van Bowyer.

Dean loved his career as a Local 1 Ironworker for over 40 years in Chicago. Anyone that knew him, knew he loved to joke and have a good time.

He loved his Corvettes, traveling on road trips out West, and locally to Door County and Michigan. Dean was an avid reader and had a special interest in history.

He was a fabulous cook well known through the family for his ribs and chili.

The family is having a Celebration of life at a later date. Burial will follow at Chapel Hill Gardens in Oak Brook Terrace, IL. All funeral arrangements were entrusted to Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030. For more information log onto www.strangfuneral.org or contact (847)223-8122.

Frances L. DeFranco, 99, a resident of Grayslake, IL, passed away March 14, 2022 at her home.  She was born September 14, 1922 in Chicago, IL to Frank and Theresa Mirro. 

Frances is survived by her children Jim (Vickie) DeFranco and Terri (Richard Toole) DeFranco, her grandchildren Julie, Diana, and Louie, and her many nieces and nephews.  She was preceded in death by her parents, her son Ralph “Skip” DeFranco, her husband Joseph DeFranco, and her 5 brothers and sisters. 

 A visitation is scheduled for Wednesday, March 16, 2022 from 4:00pm until 8:00pm at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030. A morning visitation and prayer service will be held at 10:00am at the funeral chapel before processing to a funeral mass scheduled for Thursday, March 17, 2022 at 11:00am at St. Mary of Annunciation 22333 W. Erhart Rd. Mundelein, IL.  Interment will follow at Mount Carmel Cemetery in Hillside, IL.  For more information please contact (847)223-8122 or log onto www.strangfuneral.org.

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Eugene “Gene” R. Frum, 79, a resident of Volo and formerly of Arizona, passed away peacefully on March 12, 2022 at Central DuPage Hospital.  He was born May 30, 1942 in Chicago, IL to Eugene and Ethel Frum.  Gene was born in Chicago and moved to Round Lake at the age of 9, where he grew up and lived for 45 years until moving to Ingleside.  Gene was retired from ComEd after 30 years of service and was a devoted and loving husband and father.  After retiring Gene moved to Arizona and had recently moved back to Illinois.  Gene is survived by his wife of 61 years, Tina, whom he wed on June 11, 1960 in Round Lake, IL, his children Ron (Angie) Frum of San Tan Valley, AZ, Linda (Mark Sr.) Mahoney of Spring Grove, IL, Tracy Frum-Bozek of Ingleside, IL, and LeAnne (Marc) Harris of Palatine, IL, his grandchildren Christopher, Mark Jr., TJ, Karrie, Michael, Brittney, Craig, Susan, Aaron, and Jane, and his 9 great-grandchildren.  He was preceded in death by his grandson Mark Mahoney Jr., his brother Merlin Frum, and his sister Ginger Piel.  A visitation will be held on Thursday, March 17, 2022 from 4:00pm until 8:00pm at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030.  The funeral service is scheduled for Friday, March 18, 2022 at 10:00am at the funeral chapel.  Interment will be held following the service at Avon Centre Cemetery.  For more information please contact (847)223-8122 or log onto www.strangfuneral.org.

Patricia Ruth Sunderman, 94, a resident of Charlotte, North Carolina, passed away March 5, 2022 at her home.  She was born January 23, 1928 in Chicago, Illinois to Alfred and Grace Krier. She moved to Park Forest, Illinois after marriage, and then to Homewood, where she raised her three children.  

Pat worked as an executive secretary for several Fortune 500 companies over the course of her career.  As a single mom, she worked hard to provide for her family.  She was active in book clubs, a bridge club and a bowling league.  She loved travel and was able to see Europe, Mexico, take cruises, and also to travel extensively in the United States.  While her children were still at home, she never hesitated to pile everyone in the car and head out on various trips-from the east coast to the west coast and everywhere in between.  She loved to knit and created many heirlooms for her family.  She loved reading, current events, and plays.  She was also an ace at even the hardest crossword puzzles! She was especially proud of her extensive family.

Patricia is survived by her children  Donna (Robert)Hitzeroth, Helena MT, Cindy (Kevin) Hall Brown, Charlotte NC, Jeffrey (Julie) Sunderman, Spring Prairie WI, her grandchildren Cheryl (Luke) Erdahl, Helena MT, Bethany (Mark) Brownlee, Helena MT, Jake (Michael Schmer) Hitzeroth, Redondo Beach CA, Michelle (Jason Pray) Hall, Wytheville VA, Elizabeth (Erik) Tedore, Greenville OH, Christina (Robbie Warren)Hall, Matthews NC, Nathaniel Hall, Charlotte NC, Matthew (Sarah) Sunderman, Lake Bluff IL, Noah (Joie) Sunderman, Fitchburg WI, Zachary (Kaitlin) Sunderman, Bristol WI, Rae (William) Gruetzmacher, Lake Forest IL, Kristin (Brett Kreiner) Mikrut, Lake Bluff IL, Greg Mikrut (Stacy), San Diego, CA… and her 28 great-grandchildren!

A visitation and funeral service is scheduled for Sunday, March 20, 2022 from 12:00pm until 1:30pm, with the funeral service commencing at 1:30pm at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030.  Interment will be private.  Gifts in Patricia’s memory are welcomed at one of her favorite charities, St. Jude Children’s Hospital. Visit the Patricia Sunderman Gift Fund at stjude.org or via direct link at http://giftfunds.stjude.org/patriciasunderman.

For more information, please contact the funeral home at (847)223-8122 or log onto www.strangfuneral.org.

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James E. Cline, 75, passed away March 8, 2022 at JourneyCare in Barrington, IL.  He was born December 31, 1946 in Iager, WV to Cosby (nee: Lester) and Clarence Cline.  James was born and raised in Iager and Panther, WV, but called Grayslake his home.  He loved his family, God, the Bible, and West Virginia.  James was a Christian and was a one of a kind person that to know him was to love him.  James is survived by his wife of 17 years, Laura, his daughters Carolyn (Joe) Wright, Linda Bobiles, and Donna (Max Decker) Cline, his grandchildren Marco (Michelle), Justin, Spencer, Jacob, Sydney, Logan, and Rylie, his great-granddaughter Jane Rae, and his sister Ann Willis.  He was preceded in death by his parents Cosby and Clarence Cline, his Grandpa Mack P. Lester who helped raise him, and his brother Luther Cline. We rejoice for him as he is in God’s glory and walking arm in arm with Jesus, hearing the sermons of his dreams.  All services were privately held and entrusted to Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030.  For more information please contact (847)223-8122 or log onto www.strangfuneral.org.

Ronald F. Weiss, age 75, a resident of Grayslake, passed away on Monday, March 7, 2022 at Condell hospital in Libertyville, Illinois.  He was born on December 31, 1946 in Chicago to Frank and Louise (nee Helton) Weiss.  Ronald was a loving son, brother, husband, papa who will be greatly missed by so many. He as an accomplished artist and skilled archer. A proud Vietnam Veteran. He had a passion for his beloved family and loved to laugh.

Ronald is survived by his children, Ronald (Kathy) Weiss Jr., Melissa (Timothy) Fish, Amy (Joseph) Wirth, son in law; Fred Deleon, grandchildren; Rosa Weiss, Abigail Weiss, Jack Deleon, Frank Deleon, Thomas Fish, Erik Fish, William Fish, and Clara Fish,

He was preceded in death by his wife Elaine L. Weiss, daughter; Nicole A. Deleon, parents frank and Louise Weiss, and  brother; David Weiss.

A Memorial Service will be held at Strang Funeral Chapel, 410 E. Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030 on Saturday, March 12, 2022 from 2:00pm – 4:00pm.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to American Heart Association or a local Veteran Charity of your choice. For more information, please call (847)223-8122 or visit www.StrangFuneral.org.

Cathy Walton died Friday, 2/18/22 at the Cottages of Fox Lake. Cathy was born on September 6, 1941 in Mercer, PA. She was the daughter of Elmer and Phoebe Kite. Cathy grew up in Jackson center and graduated from Lakeview High School. She married in 1972 to her beloved husband, George Walton, and they moved to Mundelein where she raised their family. Cathy was a devoted mother to her son Gary (Jill) and her daughter Leslie Schmidt (Tony). She adored her grandchildren: Garret, Christin, Gabriel, Caitlin, Courtney, Clay, Cayson. Cathy retired from American Hospital Supplies / Baxter International to spend time with her grandchildren and her hobbies of crafting and cooking. Cathy is survived by her children, grandchildren, sister Annetia Tobias, and numerous loving nieces and nephews. Cathy was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; three brothers, Elmer, Raymond, Lewis and Charles Kite; and sisters, Laura Takash, Frances Pears, Vada Wilson and Delores Mock.

 A memorial service will be held for Catherine Walton on March 19, 2022 at 11:00 am (10:00 am Viewing) at the United Methodist Church of Libertyville 429 Brainerd Ave, Libertyville, IL 60048.

The service will be streamed on https://www.facebook.com/umclibertyville/ 

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

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LaVerne A. Kaberline, aka, Grandma K, a resident of Beach Park, IL, passed away January 20, 2022 at Glenbrook Hospital at the age of 94.  She was born on January 25, 1927 in Chicago, IL to Martain and Alma Pink.  LaVerne was a former resident of Concord Assisted Living in Northlake, IL for 18 years.  LaVerne has also received Jesus as her personal Savior.

LaVerne is survived by her children, Sandi (Charles) Taylor, and Gail Baiesle; her grandchildren, Christopher, Robert, Randy, Andrew, and Summer Taylor; Jasmine Donnie Baierle; and Ronnie Haberline, Jr.  She is further survived by her great-grandchildren, Taylor Thornton, Angelica, Ryan and Julian Taylor, Lylah, Emmiah, Ayden, Jionni, Audrina, Aaliyah and Zack Taylor.

She was preceded in death by her Dad and Mom Martain and Alma Pink; her sons, Jeffrey (Pigg) Kaberline and Ronnie Kaberline; her brothers, Eddy, Lawrence, Martain and George Pink; her sister, Deloris Curtis; her grandson Charles Taylor Jr. and his wife, Rosy Taylor. 

A celebration of life memorial will be held on Saturday, March 12, 2022 from 1:00pm to 3:00pm at Biblical Baptist Church, 39236 North Green Bay Road, Beach Park, 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.

Susan “Sue” Epker died peacefully in sleep at her home at the age of 81 from an 8 year long battle with Alzheimer’s, in Grayslake, IL. Sue was born June 19, 1940, in Waukegan IL. She graduated from Northwestern School of Nursing in 1960 and had a forty-year nursing career. She was known as “Super Sue” in the field. She met and married Robert W. Epker in 1962 and enjoyed 48 years of marriage before Bob’s death in 2009. Sue and Bob welcomed their first child in 1963 in El Paso, TX while Bob Served in the Army. They moved back to Waukegan where they opened Washington Texaco and Sue worked as one of the first ICU Nurse’s at Victory (Vista) Hospital. Where they proceeded to have their other 3 children. Sue enjoyed golfing, traveling, reading, knitting, and worked tirelessly with Shriners to help special needs children in need of medical procedures. Sue loved being a grandmother and great-grandmother. She along with Bob volunteered at YMCA Camp Jorn in Manitowish Waters, WI.

Sue is survived by her daughter Jennifer (Randy) Dawes and son’s Rob Epker and Scott Epker. Her brother John (Sharon) Lindquist, Sister-in-law, and friend Ellen Kern. Sue was proceeded in death by her husband, Robert W Epker, her son Daniel Epker, her father and mother Link & Phyllis Lindquist, her father-in-law & mother-in-law Dallas and Helen Kern, her sister and brother-in-law Sally & John Koziol and grandson Zachary Epker.

Interment will be held in a private ceremony. Memorial contributions can be made to the YMCA Camp Jorn, addressed to Jennifer Dawes C/O Strang Funeral Chapel 410 E Belvidere Rd, Grayslake, IL 60030.

Dorothy M. White, 85, a resident of Grayslake, IL, passed away February 27, 2022 at Hillcrest Nursing Home in Round Lake Beach, IL.  She was born June 19, 1936 in Mondovi, WI to Myrtle and Phillip Heike.  Dorothy co-owned and operated Dawn Enterprises which was a construction and woodworking company.  She enjoyed music, playing the organ, piano, accordion and dancing. 

Dorothy is survived by her husband of 51 years, Frank White, her children Sindy (Chuck) Duha, Judy (Rick) Kretsch, and Scott (Mindy) White, her grandchildren Linda (Jason) VanAcker, Ben (Kristen Berg) Robinson, Adam (Cynthia) Robinson, Danielle (Anthony) Duha-Terwall, Marcus Duha, Sarah Miller, and Taylor White, her great-grandchildren Ethan (Carley), Matthew, Jonathan, Allison, Delaney, Leland, Emerson, and Breyson, her great-great-granddaughter Kaylee, and her sister Joey (Harry) McDonald.  She was preceded in death by her parents Myrtle, Phillip, and her stepdad Leonard, and her grandson Christopher. 

A visitation and funeral service is scheduled for Saturday, March 12, 2022 from 9:00am until 11:00am with the funeral service commencing at 11:00am at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030.  Interment will be held after the service at Highland Memorial Park in Libertyville, IL.  Memorials may be made to the family.  For more information please contact (847)223-8122 or log onto www.strangfuneral.org

Nancy Jean Miltier, age 66, a resident of Grayslake, passed away on Friday, February 25, 2022 at Aperion Care of Elgin in Elgin, Illinois.  She was born on August 22, 1955 in Chicago to Elmer and Barbara (nee Erickson) Migalla.  Nancy was an avid Chicago Cubs and Chicago Bears fan, loved reading, a member of Mensa, but most of all she was a proud mother and grandmother. 

Nancy is survived by her children, Chad (fiancé, Margaret Trempe) Schroeder of Round Lake Park, Will Schroeder of Crystal Lake, Michael (Amber) Schroeder of McHenry, and Jimmie Miltier of Grayslake; her grandchildren, Isis, Ava, Ceres, and Mason; and her brother, Dave Migalla of Round Lake Beach.  She was preceded in death by her son, Daniel; and her parents.

A visitation will be held at Strang Funeral Chapel, 410 E. Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030 on Thursday, March 3, 2022 at from 3:00pm until 7:00pm.  A funeral service will be held on Thursday at 7:00pm at the funeral chapel.  Interment will be held privately.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Nancy’s family.  For more information, please call (847)223-8122 or visit www.StrangFuneral.org.

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Susan Marie Blanton, age 71, a resident of Gurnee passed away on February 25, 2022 with her husband, Jim by her side at Advocate Condell Medical Center in Libertyville, IL.  She was born on March 10, 1950 in Norfolk County, VA to James and Cecilia Kratohwil. 

Sue was a loving, kind, and sincere woman, who deeply loved her family and friends.  She was full of love and compassion for all beings.  She loved the changing of the seasons, visiting farmer’s markets, gardening, and yard work.  She loved holidays and decorating for all of them, but especially loved Christmas.  She loved her 1999 Jeep Cherokee, motorcycle rides and watching drag racing with her husband, Jim.  Sue was a long time cashier at Ace Hardware. 

Sue is survived by her husband of 50 years, Jim; her three children, Nikki Blanton of Gurnee, Caryn (Ashley Nutt) Blanton of Berwyn, and Michael Blanton of Gurnee; and her siblings, Dennis (Cecile) Kratohwil of Mundelein, Stephen (Wanda) Kratohwil of Yuma, AZ, Peggy (Carlos) Cuesta of Montclair, VA, MaryBeth Kratohwil of Somers, WI, Victoria Kratohwil of Somers, WI and Laurie Kratohwil of Somers, WI, and her nieces and nephews Stephen James Kratohwil Jr, Mountain Home, Arkansas, Elaine (Dan) Hart, Westfield, IN, John (Laura) Kratohwil, Streamwood, IL, Lauren Cuesta, O’Fallon, IL, Gary Cuesta, Montclair, VA.  She was preceded in death by her parents, James and Cecila Kratohwil.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date.  All funeral arrangements were handled by Strang Funeral Chapel, 410 E Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030.  In lieu of flowers, please make a donation in Sue’s name to ASPCA.  For more information, please call (847)223-8122 or visit www.StrangFuneral.org

Martin William Wentzell, 65, a resident of Grayslake, IL, passed away February 14, 2022 at Journey Care in Barrington, IL.  He was born June 21, 1956 in Marshalltown, IA to James and Carol Wentzell. 

Martin was a member of St. Gilbert and was known to be a tinkerer, computer wizard, and comedian.

Martin is survived by his wife Mary Ella, whom he wed on November 4, 1989 in Milwaukee, WI, his children Michael (fiancé Brianna) Wentzell of Grayslake, IL and Seán Wentzell of Grayslake, IL, his grandson Seán Wentzell and his siblings Jim, Mark, John, Joe, Paul, and Tracy.  He was preceded in death by his parents James and Carol Wentzell, and his sisters Roberta and Stephanie.

A memorial visitation will be held at a later date in June.  All funeral arrangements were entrusted to Strang Funeral Chapel, 410 E. Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030.  In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Sierra Club 70 E. Lake St. Ste 1500 Chicago, IL 60601 or Planned Parenthood 1601 N. Lewis Ave. Waukegan, IL 60085.  For more information, please call (847)223-8122 or visit www.StrangFuneral.org. 

Our family is saddened to announce the passing of our mother Dorothy Mae Hairston on February 20, 2022.  Dorothy, a resident of Lakewood Towers in Lake Villa, IL was born on January 16, 1939. She is survived by her daughters Paula (James) Winkowski and Henrietta (Terrance) Collins as well as 8 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren. Dorothy was predeceased by her parents Joe and Irabell, sister Novie, husband Henry, her children Mark, Joseph, Lorraine and Anita.  Dorothy enjoyed sewing, quilting and travel.  She made friends wherever she sat down.  She will be greatly missed.  Our family respects the wishes of Dorothy and will not be holding services.