James F. Shelton III, 50, passed away suddenly on November 6, 2017.  A memorial service will be held in his honor on Sunday, November 12, 2017 from 11am until 4pm with a 2pm firefighter ceremony at the Knollwood Fire Department 14 N. Skokie Highway Knollwood, IL 60044.  For more information please contact (847)223-8122 or log onto www.strangfuneral.org.

Brian K. Wilson, 55, a resident of Grayslake (formerly of Evanston, IL), passed away suddenly Friday, November 3, 2017.  He was born June 8, 1962 in Kansas City, MO.  Brian was very athletic and enjoyed playing rugby throughout his high school and college career as well as for the Lincoln Park Club.  He played softball with the Grayslake Park District and was an Alum of Purdue University.  Brian worked for Wintrust Financial Corporation in Hoffman Estates and was a member of the Chamber of Commerce in Hoffman Estates.  He was an avid Cubs fan, a musician, and enjoyed model trains.  Brian is survived by his wife of 21 years, Melissa O’Malley Wilson, son Ian Banks Wilson, his mother Dorothy Wilson, his brother Scott (Michelle) Wilson, his nieces Claire and Emma Wilson, and his nephews Seth and Theo Paradise.  A visitation is scheduled for Friday, November 10, 2017 from 4:00pm until 8:00pm at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030.  A funeral service is scheduled for Saturday, November 11, 2017 at 9:30am at the funeral chapel.  Interment will be held privately.  For more information, call (847) 223-8122 or log onto www.strangfuneral.org.

Eleanor Jones, 84, passed away on Sunday, October 29, 2017.  Eleanor was born in Chicago, IL to Margaret and Herman Dally, on October 19, 1933.  At an early age, she and her family moved to Gages Lake, IL.  After marriage to her husband, Charles J.T. Jones, they made their home in Wildwood, IL where they raised five children and lived for many years.  Eleanor retired as a medical transcriptionist for the hospital at the Great Lakes Naval Training Center.  After her retirement she enjoyed traveling between her children’s homes in Michigan, Wisconsin, and Louisiana.  Her love for her family was the only thing greater than her love for crossword puzzles, reading, and listening to WGN radio.  She was a wonderful mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother and will be greatly missed by all.  She was preceded in death by her parents Margaret and Herman Dally and her husband Charles John Thomas Jones.  She is survived by her children Evelyn (William) Ducote of New Iberia, LA, Steven (Sheila) Jones of Dallas, TX, Sharon (Kirby) McDaniel of Wadsworth, IL, Christopher (Jeannie) Jones of Lake Villa, IL and Janice (Steve) Brockway of Twin Lakes, WI.  She is also survived by her grandchildren Dominique Ducote, Lucas Jones, Katie Jones, Samantha Meza, Kegan McDaniel, Kenny Jones, Dean Jones, Jake Brockway, and Maddy Brockway, and her great-grandchildren, Hoyt Jones, Bronson Meza, and Frederick Meza. A private memorial ceremony for family only was entrusted to Strang Funeral Chapel and Crematorium 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030. For more information please contact (847)223-8122 or log onto www.strangfuneral.org

Scott P. VandenBroek, 59, of Grayslake, died on October 15, 2017 with his family by his side.  He is survived by his wife Donna, daughter Alexandra of Tacoma, WA, brother Mark and family Aurelie, Max, Lala, and Victor of Sarasota, FL, nephew James Faircloth of Erwin, NC, cousins Lori, Troy, Braxton, Logan, and Tyler of Erwin, NC, several aunts and uncles from Donna’s family, and many family members in Holland.  Preceded in death by his parents Johanna and Antonius VandenBroek of Cleveland, OH.  Scott was a retired Major serving 23 years in the United States Army Aviation.  Awards include: Meritorious Service Medal (5^th award), Air Medal, Army Commendation Medal (2^nd award), Army Achievement Medal (2^nd award), Korea Defense Service Medal, Army Superior Unit Award, National Defense Service Medal (2^nd award), Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Army Service Ribbon, Overseas Service Ribbon (2^nd award), Master Army Aviator Badge, Master Aviation Badge, Parachutist Badge and Air Assault Badge.  One of Scott’s greatest joys was flying, he had great memories of all of his Army experiences and his most memorable was with the United States Army Parachute Team serving as the Team 6 leader for the aviation section.  After retiring from the Army Scott worked as a pilot with American Airlines; also, while on medical leave he worked part-time at ACE Hardware in Libertyville.  Scott was a Jeep enthusiast, Gold Wing enthusiast, and enjoyed many travels he and Donna have done over the years.  Scott was what a husband and father should be to the women in his life, his greatest joy were his girls: Donna, Alex, and Mallory the family dog.  A visitation is scheduled for Friday, October 20, 2017 from 4:00pm until 8:00pm at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030.  A funeral service will be held on Saturday, October 21, 2017 at 11:00am at the funeral chapel.  Interment will be held privately.  In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Journey Care Hospice or American Cancer Society. Scott’s family will be accepting family and friends at their home in Grayslake on Saturday after the funeral service to share food, love and laughter.  For more information on services, call (847) 223-8122 or log onto www.strangfuneral.org.

Marie-Laure “Mimi” Koob, 68, a resident of Ingleside, IL, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, October 10, 2017, at her home. She was born June 3, 1949 in Fontainebleau, France to John and Louise Dandino. Mimi worked for the Sterling Company for many years and most recently worked for Dr. William Dam in Ingleside, IL. Mimi leaves to cherish her memory her husband of 30 years, Patrick, her sons Kim (Kris) Aronson and Daniel Aronson, the father of her children Wayne Aronson, her beloved mother Louise Dandino, her brother Philippe (Natalie) Dandino, their children Christopher (Moira) Dandino, Jessica (Andrew) Garrison, and Gregory Dandino, her aunt Jacqueline Pomeroy, her cousin Patrick Masson, her best friend Shahnaz Hansen, her fur babies Buttercup and Eddie, and many loving relatives and friends. Mimi was a longtime resident of Ingleside, who loved to read, quilt, play games and have family dinners. Of all her accomplishments, Mimi’s greatest achievements have been in the lives of her boys. They were the light of her life, her heart and joy. Her creative mind, kind heart, and animated way of French speaking allowed her to make even a simple story sparkle. Her generous heart filled her home with love, fun, family, and friends. She leaves her children and family with the knowledge that they were truly loved. Her signature gift of love and joy, laughter and joking around will never be forgotten. She was preceded in death by her father. A visitation and funeral service are scheduled for Saturday, October 14, 2017 from 10 am until 11 am with the funeral service commencing at 11 am at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030. Interment will follow at East Fox Lake Cemetery in Lake Villa, IL. Memorials may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project www.woundedwarriorproject .org. For more information please contact (847)223-8122 or log onto www.strangfuneral.org.

Dorothy “Dee” J. Vlasak (nee: Stephens), 77, a resident of Grayslake, passed away peacefully with her family by her side Saturday, September 23, 2017.  She was born July 29, 1940 in Chicago, IL to George and Mary Stephens.  Dee was a past president of the Lake County Mothers of Twins Club and of the Woodland school PTA and was also active in the Wildwood Women’s club.  She was the best mom and grandma, volunteering as a room mother at Woodland school and as a den mother for her sons’ Cub Scout Pack 71, along with attending school and sports functions for her children and grandchildren.  Dee enjoyed crafting, sewing, playing the slot machines at the casinos and was an avid Bingo player.  She loved spending time with her family especially her grandchildren.  Dee is survived by her husband of 58 years, Floyd, her children Laura Lee (Henry) Tussing, Linda (Daniel) Bouma, Diane (Robert) Scheuber, Joseph (Kelly) Vlasak, John (Diane) Vlasak, and Sharon (Corey) Clark, her grandchildren Adam and Douglas Tussing; Kayla, Kasey, and Jessica Bouma; Michael and Christine Scheuber; Benjamin, Christopher, Matthew, and Anna Vlasak; Austin Clark; and her brother Glenn Stephens.  She was preceded in death by her parents and her siblings Betty Ann and Lester.  A visitation is scheduled for Friday September 29, 2017 from 4:00 pm until 8:00 pm at Strang Funeral Chapel and Crematorium 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030.  A funeral service is scheduled for Saturday September 30, 2017 at 10:00 am at the funeral chapel with visitation beginning at 9:00 am.  Interment will follow at Highland Memorial Park in Libertyville.  For more information please contact (847) 223-8122 or log onto www.strangfuneral.org.