Clinton W. Ramsey, age 85, of Grayslake, IL, formerly of Scottsdale, AZ and Mt. Prospect, IL, Adams, WI, the oldest son of the late Clinton and Louise Ramsey, sadly departed to his heavenly home to join his wife, Marian Ramsey of 65 years, on Saturday May 25th 2019. Clinton was preceded in death by brother, Wallace Ramsey and sister Mary Ellen Ramsey. Clinton is survived by 2 daughters, Christine Ramsey, Cheryl (Ramsey) Thomas and son-in-law Charles Thomas. Clinton also leaves behind 2 grandchildren, Joseph and Jenna. Clinton is also survived by brothers, Clyde, John, Gail and Archie, and 2 sisters, Loretta and Diane. Clinton had 4 brother-in-laws, 2 sister in-laws, many nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews. Clinton was a loving husband, proud father and grandfather, caring father-in-law and a great friend to many people. He was a great role-model to his daughters, son-in-law and grandchildren. Clinton was a leader in the communities he lived in by serving as Chairman of the Board of several homeowners associations. He was passionate about the Chicago Cubs, football and golf. He also had a great sense of humor and pride for his accomplishments. The family has requested that donations may be made to either the American Lung Association or the American Heart Association. In memory of Clinton Ramsey at AHA.org or Lung.org. All funeral arrangements were entrusted to Strang Funeral Chapel, 410 E. Belvidere Road, Grayslake. For more information, please call (847)223-8122 or visit www.StrangFuneral.org.
Christopher Juarez
Christopher Juarez, age 36, of Round Lake Beach passed away on June 2, 2019 in Gurnee, IL. He was born on January 29, 1983 in Chicago.
He is survived by his parents, Raymond and Debra Juarez; sisters, Angela (Jennie) Juarez, Katherine Juarez, Dejah (John) Juarez Padon, Christina (John) Juarez Durante; Life-Long Friend, Crystal Brage; grandfather, Stanley Szczesniak; nieces and nephews, Mac, Zoe, Makenna, Arianna, and Raymond; and many aunts, uncles and cousins. He is preceded in death by his grandmothers, Patricia Szczesniak and Celia Juarez.
A visitation is scheduled for Friday, June 7, 2019 from 10:00am 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 at Ascension Catholic Cemetery in Libertyville. For more information, please call (847)223-8122 or visit www.StrangFuneral.org.
Edmund W. Carey
Edmund Walter Carey, 93, a resident of Gurnee, IL, passed away Thursday, May 30, 2019 at Advocate Condell Medical Center in Libertyville, IL. He was born October 10, 1925 in Chicago, IL to Paul and Marie Carey.
Passing away at 93 years young, Ed left his mark on everyone he met. Known for his keen sense of humor, his ‘Careyisms,’ or favorite sayings, will live on forever. Ed often joked that he was so old that when he was born, the Dead Sea was just sick.
Ed was a handyman, willingly volunteering to help family and friends with renovation projects. He “left a little blood on every job” at many basement remodels, deck constructions, and other home improvement projects.
Ed loved to spend time with his friends, family, and grandchildren. He was quick to pour you a drink, ask you to “cop a squat,” and would tell best stories about growing up in a Chicago hotel and his time in WWII. Aside from being a walking encyclopedia, he was also the reason his children passed their high school algebra classes.
Edmund is survived by the love of his life, his wife of 33 years, Janet Knight-Carey, his children Jennifer (Jeremy) Laffin, Julie (Mark) Boyer, Lisa Carey, Debra (Jack) Clark, Robert (Dana) Carey, Lori Egan, and his 11 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, his sister Alice, and his brothers Jules and Gene. A private service will be held at Southern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery this summer followed by a celebration of his life where all of his favorite foods (ribs, cupcakes, ham sandwiches, Old Fashioneds, and Snickers bars) will be served, just as Ed would have wanted.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Stars and Stripes Honor Flight of Wisconsin https://www.starsandstripeshonorflight.org/ or the Alzheimer’s Foundation https://www.alz.org/illinois . All funeral arrangements were 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 D. Gardner
Mr. Ronald Dean Gardner of Grayslake, IL., and formerly of Benton, KY, went to be with our Lord and Savior on May 29, 2019. He was 78 years old, born in Barley, California February 23, 1941. Ron was an over-the-road and local truck driver for over 40 years. He was a “Friend of Bill W.” for 35 years. He enjoyed attending retreats at Villa Desiderata with the spiritual guidance of Father Lutz and Brother Pat. He was a member and officer for over 10 years of the Draffenville Lyons Club. Ron is known for touching so many lives with his caring and encouraging words. He was known for giving the shirt off his back and opening the doors to anyone at anytime who needed a friend. You knew you were one of his favorites when he used his witty sarcasm, accused you of cheating at Yahtzee, or you were honored with such terms of endearment like “brat” or “big dummy.” Ron will always have a special place in all our hearts. Ronald Gardner was survived by his wife, Patricia Gardner (Dauskurdas); one son, Ed (Sheena) Gardner of NC; six daughters, Luanne (Ricky) Sellers of TN, Kimberly (Mike) Powers of IL, Joanne (Dwayne) Curtis of NC, Debbie (Jeff) Frazier of IL, Melissa (Jon) Wise of IL, and Liz (Steven) Hill of IL; 14 grandchildren, Daniel (Nicole) Ellis, Allison (Chris) Grantham, Tiffany (Chris) Burnette, Jessica (Thomas) Reynolds, Eric Sellers, Mike (Lindsay) Powers, Gabe (Jennifer) Powers, James Powers, Ashly Frazier, Kaitlyn Frazier, Kali Frazier, Matthew Wise, Joseph Wise, and Shane Hill; five great-grandchildren, Cameron, Lexy, Ava, Madeline, and Lucas; and many nieces and nephews. He was extremely proud of all of his children and grandchildren. A visitation will be held on Sunday, June 2, 2019 from 2:00 p.m. until 6:00 pm at Strang Funeral Chapel, 410 E Belvidere Rd, Grayslake, IL 60030. Prayers will be said at the funeral chapel on Monday, June 3, 2019 at 9:15 a.m. followed by a procession to church where a Funeral Mass will be held at 10:00 a.m. at St. Gilberts Catholic Church, 301 E Belvidere Rd, Grayslake, IL 60030. Donations can be made to Melissa Wise and will be used for sponsoring Villa Desiderata retreat participants in need. 863 Chesapeake Trail, Round Lake Heights, IL 60073. For more information, please call (847)223-8122 or visit www.StrangFuneral.org.
Joseph G. Dinklenburg
Joseph George Dinklenburg went home to his Lord & Savior, Jesus Christ on May 26, 2019 in his home surrounded by his wife, Anne, & two daughters, Lisa & Shelly.
Joe was born on Valentine’s Day, February 14, 1937 in Libertyville, IL to George & Elizabeth Dinklenburg. He was a paratrooper in the 82nd Airbourne Division of the Army, stationed in Germany from 1954-1957.
Joe, known as “Joe the Barber”, spent 61 years cutting hair at “Jim & Joe’s Barber Shop” with Jim Barrett in Ingleside, IL.
He liked building and flying remote controlled airplanes, and was an avid golfer since 1958. Joe was a big Chicago White Sox fan and he took his wife, Anne, & his girls to weekly games at Comiskey Park. They also took many car trips to the West coast to visit family & ski the Sierra mountains. Skiing was another avid sport Joe loved to do with his girls. It wasn’t unusual to see Joe driving around town in his MG convertibles. He loved his sports cars.
Joe and Anne were happily married for 59 years, and loved to spend time together in the islands of the Caribbean.
Joe said that he had always looked at the end of his earthly life with dread. He shared during his illness that it was the opposite and that it was one of the best times of his life, getting closer to God and all of his loved ones, sharing memories and life experiences. Even in the pain he was calm & peaceful. He knew that his Lord, Jesus Christ was beside him & carrying him through the difficulties. Joe wanted people to know that we don’t have to be afraid when we die. The Lord is with us always when we trust in Him.
Joe is survived by his wife, Anne, his daughters, Lisa (Bob) Robinson, Shelly (Jim) Hastings, grandchildren, Sarah (John) Morley, Katy Hastings & Rob Robinson, great grandchildren, Jimmy & Vivi Morley, brothers John & George Dinklenburg and many brothers & sisters-in-law, nieces & nephews & friends.
Preceded in death by his parents, George & Elizabeth Dinklenburg, parents-in-law, Raymond & Mildred Shebesta & beloved sister-in-law, Susie Shebesta
Special thanks to the kind & caring Advocate Hospice nurses, Sandy Krischka & Sandy Soderberg.
A visitation will be held on Friday, June 7, 2019 from 4:00-8:00pm at Strang Funeral Chapel, 410 E Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL. Memorial Mass will be held on Saturday, June 8, 2019 at 11:30 am at St Bede Church, 36455 N Wilson Rd, Ingleside, IL. Luncheon to follow mass at CrossView Church, 750 Highview Dr, Antioch, IL.
In lieu of flowers, please send donations in Joe’s name to: Special Olympics IL – Region B, Jordan Feldman, Director, 103 Schelter Rd #25, Lincolnshire, IL 60069
Marie T. Caviness
Marie Therese Caviness, 76, a resident of Round Lake, passed away May 28, 2019 at her home. She was born September 19, 1942 in Chicago, IL to Michael William and Lucille Martha (nee: Strzycki) Tunick. Marie was a lover of nature and enjoyed taking photos of the beauty surrounding her . She loved to travel and was an avid reader even cofounding the Lakeside Readers Book Club. Most of all, Marie loved spending her time with family and friends. Marie is survived by her husband of 31 years, Lewis, and her sister Linda Tunick of Arizona. She was preceded in death by her parents. A memorial visitation and service is scheduled for Saturday, June 1, 2019 from 10:00am until 12:00pm with the memorial service commencing at 12:00pm at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030. Interment will be held privately. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society. For more information please contact (847)223-8122 or log onto www.strangfuneral.org.
Chester Gieruszynski
Chester Gieruszynski, 80, a resident of Grayslake, IL, passed away Sunday, May 26, 2019 at his home. He was born March 16, 1939 in Poland to Anthony and Jadwiga Gieruszynski. Chester was a member of St. Mary of Annunciation in Mundelein. Chester is survived by his wife of 55 years, Alicja, his daughters Beata (Peter) Lachowicz and Katarzyna (Robert) Cioch, his grandchildren Dawid (Sarah Shola) Lachowicz, Magdalena Lachowicz, Jacek (Aleksandra) Cioch, Zuzanna Cioch, and Karolina Cioch, and his great grandson Jakub Shola-Lachowicz. He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother. A visitation is scheduled for Friday, May 31, 2019 from 3:00pm until 7:00pm at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030. The memorial mass is scheduled for Saturday, June 1, 2019 at 10:00am at the St. Mary of Annunciation 22333 W. Erhart Rd. Mundelein, IL. Interment will be held after the services at the St. Mary cemetery next to the church. For more information please contact (847)223-8122 or log onto www.strangfuneral.org.
Robert S. Nicholls
Robert S. Nicholls, 95, a resident of Grayslake, IL, passed away Thursday, May 23, 2019 at Sunrise Assisted Living in Gurnee, IL. He was born July 25, 1923 in Kingsford, MI to Walter and Florida Nicholls. Bob was a veteran of the Korean War having served for the US Navy. He was a member of the Carillon North Choir, an avid Packer and Cubs fan, and enjoyed playing golf. Bob is survived by his children Robert (Sally) Nicholls, Kevin (Gloria) Nicholls, Kenny (Kathy) Nicholls, Barbara (Jim) Hilgenberg, and Donna (Rich) Dushney-Nicholls, his grandchildren Mary, Kathy, Lisa, Angie, Mandy, Heather, Lance, Gregory, and David, and his 13 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Winnifred “Dolly” Nicholls, and his siblings Marcella, Al, Glada, Skip, and Joanne. A visitation is scheduled for Wednesday, May 29, 2019 from 4:30pm until 7:30pm at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030. The memorial mass is scheduled for Thursday, May 30, 2019 at 10:00am at the St. Peter Catholic Church 557 Lake St. Antioch, IL. Interment will be held privately. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Arthritis Foundation https://www.arthritis.org/illinois/. For more information please contact (847)223-8122 or log onto www.strangfuneral.org.
Stellamae E. Shilling
Stellamae Elizabeth Shilling, 90, a resident of Grayslake, IL, passed away peacefully after a long illness on Monday, May 20, 2019 at Advocate Condell Medical Center in Libertyville, IL. She was born October 18, 1928 in Compton, IL to Christian and Louise (nee: Kehm) Mosiman. Stellamae graduated from Lee Center High School and moved to Rockford in 1946. She was married for 46 years to Melvin Shilling and worked at Modern Metals for 28 years. She moved to Grayslake in 2008 and attended Lord of Glory Church where she enjoyed being a greeter and usher. Stellamae is survived by her daughter Christine (Frank) Lindh of Grayslake, and her grandsons Trevor Lindh of Zion, IL and Joshua Lindh of Grayslake. She was preceded in death by her husband Melvin Shilling, her daughter Denise Shilling, her son Rick Shilling, and her parents. A visitation and funeral service is scheduled for Friday, May 24, 2019 from 10:00am 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 services at Trinity Memory Gardens 14712 E. Twombly Rd. Rochelle, IL. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Lung Association. For more information please contact (847)223-8122 or log onto www.strangfuneral.org.
Stanley Phares
Stanley Phares, 77, a resident of Wildwood, IL, passed away peacefully, at his home, early Sunday morning May 19, 2019. he was born on April 25, 1942 in the town of Fairmont, West Virginia, as the fourth of five children to Shine and Hattie Phares. He moved to Waukegan, IL in the early 1960’s and found employment with an envelope company and became a supervisor for many years. Around this time is when he met the love of his life, Elly (nee: Mogdans) Phares, and married in 1965. Shortly afterward they moved to the up and coming subdivision of Wildwood. He soon then became a father to 3 sons and a daughter and spent the last 53 years happily married and raising kids and enjoyed spending time with family and friends. Stan really loved old time country music. Both he hand his wife also loved to camp. They were members of the Good Sam’s camping club for over 20 years and had many really good friends there. They were also members of the Moose. He was a loving husband, brother, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and uncle to many and will be sorely missed. He is survived by his wife Elly. His sister Margie (Paul) Kaufut from Park City, IL. He is also survived by his children Kevin Phares from Round Lake, Kathy (Mark) Hutter from LaFayette, TN, Steven Phares of Grayslake, and John Phares from Wildwood. Grandchildren Jackie Phares from Round Lake, Jessica Phares from Fox Lake, Jenifer and Kimberly Stewart from Zion, and Jacob Phares from Wildwood. Also 4 great-grandchildren, Alexis, Hannah, Christa, and Charlie Rose. He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers, Bob and Carl and sister Shelia. Also a niece Debra Ann Kaufut Yankee, passed last year. There will be a celebration of life for him in Vernon Hills in June for friends and family. More details will be posted soon. All funeral arrangements were 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.
Jason M. Baldwin
Jason M. Baldwin, age 42, a resident of Grayslake, passed away, Sunday, May 19, 2019, at his home. He was born March 28, 1977 in Lake Forest to Michael and Deborah (nee Montalbano) Baldwin. Jason loved to fish and was a custom car enthusiast. He was a devoted son to his loving parents. He is survived by his parents; his siblings, Kimberley Baldwin of Maui, Hawaii and Blake Baldwin of Las Vegas, Nevada; and his niece Khloe Dickson. He was preceded in death by his girlfriend, Brittany. A visitation and funeral service are scheduled for Saturday, May 25, 2019 from 3:00pm until 5:00pm with the funeral service commencing at 5:00pm at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium, 410 East Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030. Memorial donations may be made to the family. For information, call 847-223-8122 or visit www.strangfuneral.org.
Natalie L. Kusek
Ms. Natalie Lynn (Fenn) Kusek, daughter of Donna M. Lavin, the late Martin T. Lavin, and the late Paul E. Fenn, was born on March 9, 1966 in New Kensington, PA. Natalie grew up with her family on the East Coast, graduated from Merrimack High School in 1984 and earned a Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Merchandising from Illinois State University in 1988. Natalie enjoyed working in Benefits and earned a C.E.B.S. designation. She was most recently employed with MVP Staffing, in HR, as a Benefits Manager in Deerfield, IL and was looking forward to continuing her career at PLS Financial Services, Inc. in Chicago, IL as a Director of Benefits.
Natalie died unexpectedly while visiting family in Colorado and went home to meet her heavenly father on May 9, 2019. Natalie is survived by her loving daughters, Alexandria, Brianna and Carissa; her mother, Donna M Lavin; her sisters, Kim (Larry) Duerkop, Donna Lavin, Diane (Rodney) Gansho, and Nadine Gerling; her half-sister, Marybeth Fenn; the father of her daughters, Jim Kusek; nieces and nephews, Nicholas, Anthony, Brandon, Robert, Miles, Brooke, Caden, and Kara; a great niece and nephew, Emma and Lincoln; many aunts and uncles. She was preceded in death by her father, Paul E. Fenn, her step-father, Martin T. Lavin, her half-sister, Danielle Fenn, as well as all of her paternal and maternal grandparents.
Natalie loved spending time with her family, cooking special meals, celebrating the holidays, going to Ravinia, vacationing, and pool time. She enjoyed life to the fullest and loved to have fun. Her top priority was her daughters, spending time with them, teaching them, and providing for them. She was so proud of the beautiful girls they have become. Natalie will be most remembered for her caring and giving nature, natural approach to self-care, a healthy lifestyle, a zest for life, eternal optimism, strong family values, and loving unconditionally. She will be deeply missed.
A visitation and funeral Mass is scheduled for Tuesday on May 21, 2019 from 9:30am until 11:00am with the funeral mass commencing at 11:00am at St. Gilbert’s Catholic Church, 301 E Belvidere Rd, Grayslake, IL 60030. All funeral arrangements were 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.
Brian P. Wisnor
Brian Patrick Wisnor, 52, a resident Round Lake Heights and formerly of Cleveland, OH, passed away Friday, May 10, 2019 at his home. He was born May 17, 1966 in Cleveland, OH. Brian was a member of Warriors Watch and Honor Guard. He worked as a systems manager at Sysmex in Lincolnshire. Brian is survived by his girlfriend Sarah Hockenberry and her children Zachary and Wyatt Hockenberry, his father Bill Wisnor, his brothers Jim (Darlene) Wisnor and Mike (Michelle) Wisnor, his nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews Jennifer, James, Adison, Emma, Morgan, Angel, Jason, Ethen, Tristen, Cassie, Ariana, Dominic, Tatiana, Angel, Carmine, Breanna, Lauren, and Sydney. He was preceded in death by his mother Eileen (nee: Cunningham) Wisnor. A visitation and memorial service is scheduled for Saturday, May 18, 2019 from 12:00pm until 2:00pm with a memorial service commencing at 2:00pm at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030. Interment will be held privately. Memorials may be made to the family care of Sarah Hockenberry. For more information please contact (847)223-8122 or log onto www.strangfuneral.org.
Jack P. Scott
Jack P. Scott, 82, a resident of Round Lake Park, passed away Saturday, May 11, 2019 at Advocate Condell Medical Center in Libertyville, IL. He was born October 1, 1936 in Chicago, IL to Jacob and Pauline Bubenheimer. Jack was a veteran having served with the US Air Force. He enjoyed fishing and gardening. Jack is survived by his children Jeff Scott and Rachel Scott. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Lorraine Scott, and his four brothers and sisters. A visitation is scheduled for Thursday, May 16, 2019 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, May 17, 2019 at 11:00am at the funeral chapel. Interment will be held after the services at Highland Memorial Park in Libertyville, IL. For more information please contact (847)223-8122 or log onto www.strangfuneral.org
Mark J. Geduldig
Mark J. Geduldig, 52, a resident of Park City, passed away May 7, 2019 at Vista East in Waukegan, IL. He was born March 17, 1967 in Chicago, IL to James and Norma Geduldig. Mark was a member of We Care. He enjoyed bowling, going to Great America, movies, animals, and telling jokes. He is survived by his sister Tammy (Joe) Sheffer, his niece Kristen Sheffer, and his many aunts, uncles, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents. A visitation is scheduled for Monday, May 13, 2019 from 4:00pm until 8:00pm at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030. The funeral service is scheduled for Tuesday, May 14, 2019 at 10:00am at the funeral chapel. Interment will be held after the services at Windridge Cemetery in Cary, IL. Memorials may be made to We Care. For more information please contact (847)223-8122 or log onto www.strangfuneral.org.
Bernice Michalak
Bernice Michalak, 96, a resident of Round Lake, IL, passed away May 1, 2019 in Gurnee, IL. She was born November 13, 1922 in Chicago, IL to Thomas and Honorata Zucek. She was a member of St. Gilbert Catholic Church in Grayslake, IL. Bernice is survived by her son-in-law Robert Kerpec, her grandsons Bob and Brian Kerpec, and her great-grandsons River, Caden, and Nathan Kerpec. A visitation and funeral mass is scheduled for Tuesday, May 14, 2019 from 9:30am until 11:00am with the funeral mass commencing at 11:00am at St. Gilbert Catholic Church 301 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030. Interment will be held privately. All funeral arrangements were 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.
Kathleen M. Joyce
Kathleen M. Joyce, 65, a resident of Round Lake Beach, IL, passed away April 19, 2019 in Lake Forest, IL. She was born January 30, 1954 in Chicago, IL to John and Dorothy Joyce. Kathleen is survived by her father John Joyce and many cousins. A memorial visitation and service will be held on Wednesday, May 8, 2019 from 10:00am until 11:00am with a memorial service commencing at 11:00am at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030. Interment will be held privately. For more information please contact (847)223-8122 or log onto www.strangfuneral.org.
Nina A. Galitz
Nina Ann (nee: Gastel) Galitz, 75, a resident of Grayslake, IL, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 2, 2019, at her home surrounded by her family. She was born on December 31, 1943, in Lamar, Missouri to Gene and Dorothy (nee: Andrews) Gastel, the second of six children, and raised on the family century farm. She graduated from Eastern New Mexico University with a Bachelor’s of Science in elementary education and taught 3 years in Fountain Valley School District located in Los Angeles, CA and lived on Balboa Island and spent summers in New York City. Nina retired from American Airlines after 49 years as a flight attendent, including international flying for 35 plus years. She was a mother of 2 and friend to all who knew her. Nina met the love of her life Jeff Galitz during the fall of 1968 and married in Chicago in June 1969. He continues to live in their home in Grayslake. Nina is survived by her husband, Jeff Galitz, their daughter Tracey Galitz of Kenosha, WI, and son Brent Galitz of Ingleside. She is survived by her siblings Dave, John, and Bob Gastel and Mary Gastel-Passmore. Her sister Ruth (nee: Gastel) Nowlin preceded her in death in April 2001. A celebration of her amazing and wonderful life will be held at Community Christian Church 1970 Riverwoods Rd. Lincolnshire, IL on Saturday, May 11, 2019 at 1:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Nina’s name to Salute, Inc. (www.saluteinc.org or 18 N. Bothwell St., Palatine, IL 60067) All funeral arrangements were entrusted to Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030. Interment will be held privately. For more information please contact (847)223-8122 or log onto www.strangfuneral.org.
Karen J. Hansen
Karen Jean Hansen, age 74, passed away on Wednesday, May 1, 2019. A visitation and memorial service will be held at Lord of Glory Lutheran Church, 607 W. Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030 on Saturday, May 11, 2019 from 10:00am until 11:00am with the memorial service commencing at 11:00am. For more information, please call (847) 223-8122 or visit www.StrangFuneral.org.
Elizabeth “Beth” A. Beckman
Elizabeth (Beth) Anne Beckman of Grayslake, Il, age 44, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, April 30, 2019 at Advocate Condell Hospital in Libertyville, Il. An epileptic seizure, with complications, claimed her life far too soon. Beth graduated from Antioch Community High School in 1993 and received an Associate’s Degree in Communications from College of Lake County in 2015. As Beth would say, she was a “complicated person”. She lived her life with passion. She loved her friends and family unconditionally with every fiber of her being. Her curiosity and zest for life will be sorely missed, and she will be forever loved by everyone she touched in life. Beth is survived by her partner, Daniel Morris; her son, Joseph Beckman; and her mother Frances Waible. A visitation and memorial service will be held at Strang Funeral Chapel, 410 E. Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030 on Saturday, May 4, 2019 from 10:00am until 1:00pm with the memorial service commencing at 1:00pm. In lieu of gifts or flowers, please consider making a donation to the Epilepsy Foundation of Greater Chicago in Beth’s name. For more information, please call (847) 223-8122 or visit www.StrangFuneral.org.