Michael Patrick Andre, age 50, a resident of Lake Bluff, passed away Sunday, June 25, 2017, at his sister’s residence in Ringwood, surrounded by his family. He was born January 11, 1967 in DeKalb to Douglas and Roberta (nee Majewski) Andre. Michael was a major sports fan and he loved Sammy Hagar. He was a happy, gregarious, caring man who loved family and friends and he welcomed anyone into his home. Michael is survived by his mother, Roberta Kay Andre and his sister, Jenny (Brad) Potts of Ringwood. He was preceded in death by his dad, Douglas. Friends of the family may visit on Saturday, July 1, 2017 from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Strang Funeral & Crematorium, 410 East Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030 with the funeral service at 3:00 p.m. also at the funeral chapel. In lieu of flowers, memorials donations may be made to Yellow Brick Road Rescue and Sanctuary, 5300 South 108th Street, #15-144, Hales Corners, WI 53130 or www.yellowbrickroadrescue.com. For more information please contact (847)223-8122 or log onto www.strangfuneral.org.
Wayne N. Struck
Wayne N. Struck, age 73, a resident of Round Lake Beach, passed away Wednesday, June 21, 2017 at Northwest Community Hospital in Arlington Heights. He was born on May 11, 1944 in Chicago to Edward and Lucille (nee Sobacki) Struck. Wayne was a long time member of St. Paul’s, an avid Cubs fan who enjoyed going on car rides. He loved to cook, enjoyed going to the Lakewood Forest Preserve to watch for deer, but most of all he loved his family. He is survived by his daughter, Deborah, of Round Lake Beach and one brother, James (Katie) of Florida. Wayne was preceded in death by his parents; his wife of 27 years, Marcia-Lee; and two brothers, Donald and William. Friends of the family may visit from 9:00 a.m. until the time of the funeral service at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, June 24, 2017 at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 420 Greenwood Drive in Round Lake, IL 60073, followed by interment at Windridge Cemetery, 7014 South Rawson Bridge Road, Cary, IL 60013. Arrangements were entrusted to Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium, 410 East Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030. For more information, please call (847) 223-8122 or log onto www.strangfuneral.org.
Robert S. “Bob” Dravecky
Bob Dravecky, age 72, a resident of Grayslake, passed away Tuesday, June 20, 2017 at Advocate Condell Medical Center in Libertyville. He was born October 14, 1944 in Irvington, NJ to Edward and Margaret (nee Sheridan) Dravecky. Bob worked for 30 years in Human Resources and Labor Law for Union Carbide and Praxair Industrial Gases. In his spare time, he loved model trains and watching his grandson, Spencer, play sports. Bob was so very full of love and light, sarcasm and kindness, wisdom and silliness. Please join us in the celebration of his well-lived and loved life. Bob is survived by his wife, Charlene, whom he married 46 years ago on June 5, 1972 in Richland, WA; his daughter, Amanda (Ben) Kulczewski of Evanston; his grandson, Spencer Kulczewski of Evanson; and his brother Edward (Eve) of Huntsville, AL. He was preceded in death by his parents and his nephew, Ed Dravecky III. Friends of the family may visit from 3:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. on Sunday, June 25, 2017 at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium, 410 E. Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030. A funeral mass is scheduled for Monday, June 26, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Gilbert Catholic Church, 301 E. Belvidere Road in Grayslake. In lieu of flowers, donations in Bob’s name to Evanston Junior WildKit Football (Family Focus Community Center, 2010 Dewey Ave., Evanston, IL 60201) or www.jrwildkits.com would be sincerely appreciated by the family. For more information please contact (847)223-8122 or log onto www.strangfuneral.org.
Edward Putwen
Edward Putwen, 40, a resident of McHenry, IL, passed away June 14, 2017. He was born September 11, 1976 in Chicago, IL to Edward and Corinne Putwen. Edward is survived by his wife April (nee: Schultz) , his children, and many other family members. A memorial visitation and service is scheduled for Thursday, June 22, 2017 from 4:00pm until 7:00pm with the service commencing at 7:00pm at The Orchard Church 768 Ridgeview Dr. McHenry, IL 60050 (815)385-3410. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the family.
Sandra Jo Collier
Sandra Jo Collier, age 72, a resident of Ingleside, passed away Thursday, June 15, 2017 at Centegra Northern Illinois Medical Center in McHenry. She was born May 25, 1945 in Jackson, MI to Merle G. and Betty P. (Rose) Harvey. She is survived by her husband, William; two sons, Richard H. (Jody) Collier of Fox Lake and William W. (Victoria) Collier of Waukegan; and four grandchildren. Friends of the family may visit from 5:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. on Sunday, June 18, 2017 at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium, 410 East Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030. A funeral service is schedule for 6:00 p.m., immediately following the visitation, also at the funeral chapel. Memorial donations in her name may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. For further information, please call (847) 223-8122 or visit www.strangfuneral.org.
George A. Slosser Jr.
George A. Slosser Jr., 90, a resident of Grayslake, passed away Wednesday, June 14, 2017 at Victory Lakes in Lindenhurst, IL. He was born October 29, 1926 in Milwaukee, WI to Esther and George Slosser Sr. George was past commander of American Legion in Round Lake Post 1170 and was a veteran of World War II having served in the US Navy. He was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church in Round Lake Park. George loved to bowl and enjoyed fishing. George is survived by his wife of 68 years, Betty, and his sons Jack (Leslie) Slosser and Richard (Audrey) Slosser. He was preceded in death by his parents, his 2 brothers, and 1 sister. A visitation and service is scheduled for Sunday, June 18, 2017 from 1:00pm until 2:00pm with a service commencing at 2:00pm at 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.
Terry Lee Rockenbach
Terry Lee Rockenbach, 74, passed away on June 13, 2017, at home following a long struggle with prostate cancer. He leaves behind his wife of 30 years, Marge Rockenbach, his son Russell (Lisa) Rockenbach, his daughter Paige Rockenbach, his stepson Todd (Donna) Wellens, his stepson Timm Wellens, his grandchildren Kaitlyn Wellens, Brandon Rockenbach, Zach Wellens, Rebecca Rockenbach, Jessica Rockenbach, and Samantha Rockenbach, his sister Pam (Chuck) Relitz and his brother Dennis (Jeanne) Rockenbach. He also has many nieces and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents Ray and Virginia Rockenbach and his granddaughter Amanda Rockenbach. Terry was raised in Grayslake. He enjoyed athletics in high school. After high school, he became a licensed plumber. He opened Rock Plumbing in 1969 and serviced the Lake County area until he sold the business in 2004. He then became a plumbing inspector serving several Lake County municipalities until 2016. Terry was a charter member of Faith Church of Grayslake. He was active in the Northern Illinois Chapter of Associated Builders and Contractors where he was a 2 term president. He was also a 38 year member of Grayslake Lions Club. He was an active participant holding many positions including several terms as president and grill master for the annual steer roast. His happiest times were fishing in Canada, spending time with his grandchildren, and enjoying the beauty of northern Wisconsin. A visitation is scheduled for Friday, June 16, 2017 from 4:00pm until 8:00pm at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030. The funeral service is scheduled for Saturday, June 17, 2017 at 10:00am at Lakeland Church 440 N. Hunt Club Rd. Gurnee, IL 60031. Interment will follow the services at Avon Centre Cemetery in Grayslake, IL. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Grayslake Lions Club. For more information please contact (847)223-8122 or log onto www.strangfuneral.org.
Mary Urbaniak
Mary (nee: Lesniak) Urbaniak, 89, passed away Monday, June 12, 2017 in Lincolnshire, IL. She was born February 20, 1928 in Poland to Anthoni and Julianna Lesniak. Mary was a member of the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah Witnesses in Libertyville, IL. Mary is survived by her daughters Wesley (Edward) Jonko, Elizabeth (John) Macanowicz, and Teresa (George) Bracikowski, and her grandchildren Timothy (Rachel) Jonko, Daniel (Casey) Jonko, Darek Macanowicz, and Andre (Brittany) Bracikowski. She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband Stanley Urbaniak, whom she wed on September 12, 1948. The memorial service will be celebrated on Saturday, June 24, 2017 at 12:30PM at Kingdom Hall Jehovah’s Witnesses in Libertyville, IL. 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.
Mary Ori Wegge
Mary Wegge died peacefully in her sleep on June 9th, 2017 at home, the home she loved. Mary was born at Lake Forest Hospital on August 1, 1928 and lived her single life in Highwood, IL. She met and married Robert Wegge in 1955. Their life continued in Highwood until 1964 when the family moved to Grayslake, IL and remains today. Mary helped found and establish the accounting firm of Robert K Wegge now known as ATC Wegge, LTD. Of Grayslake Mary worked side by side with her husband of 61 years. June 18, 2017 would have marked their 62nd wedding anniversary. Mary leaves behind her husband Robert, children Linda (Robert Slipke), Kurt (Sandy Carlson) and Mark (Victoria Smock). Also surviving are 5 grandchildren Bryan Slipke, Sean, Sarah, Michelle and Dana Wegge. Mary was preceeded in death by her parents Angelo and Lucia Ori and a brother Domenico Ori. Mary was an active member of the Grayslake Exchangettes, Italian Women’s Prosperity Club and many other organizations that her husband volunteered in. She was faithfully at Robert’s side always. She was a member of St Gilbert Catholic Church in Grayslake. Mary fought a brave 14 year battle with Alzheimer’s. Our caregivers and hospice are truly angels on earth. Our family cannot thank them enough. A visitation is scheduled for Tuesday, June 13, 2017 from 4PM until 8PM. The funeral mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, June 14, 2017 at 10AM at St Gilbert Catholic Church, 301 E. Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030. Memorials may be made to Cognitive Neurology & Alzheimers Disease Center 320 E. Superior- Searle #11 Chicago, Il 60611 (312)908-9339. For information, please contact Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030. You may also call (847)223-8122 or log onto www.strangfuneral.org.
David Andrew Formica
David Andrew Formica, age 52, a resident of Grayslake, passed away Wednesday, June 7, 2017 at JourneyCare in Barrington. He was born January 5, 1965 in Downingtown, PA. He was a member of St. Gilbert Catholic Church in Grayslake. David was a dedicated firefighter/paramedic at the Grayslake Fire Department for over 18 years. He was a loving and devoted father who never missed any of his kids’ sporting events and activities. Dave loved kids and sports and was heavily involved in the Grayslake Youth Baseball Association where he volunteered as coach and president of a league. He spent his free time tending baseball fields in Grayslake and volunteered many years of his time to the Mundelein High School baseball program. He is survived by his children, Andrew and Heather; his father, Nicholas; his siblings, Nicholas, Michael (Priscilla), Beth, Gregory (Karyn), Amy, and Matthew (Jessica); nieces and nephews, David, Stephanie, Lauren, Nick, Ben, Jennifer, Tommy, Alexa, Gregory, Nicole, Vance, Maddie and Ryan; and his beloved friend and former wife, Shannon. David was preceded in death by his mother, Doris. Friends of the family may visit from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. on Friday, June 9, 2017 at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium, 410 E. Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030. Funeral mass is scheduled for Saturday, June 10, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Gilbert Catholic Church, 301 E. Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030 followed by interment at Ascension Catholic Cemetery in Libertyville. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to www.gofundme.com/Dave-Formica. For information, please call 847-223-8122 or visit www.strangfuneral.org.
Delcie Elaine Griffin
Delcie Elaine Griffin, a resident of Volo, passed away Monday, June 5, 2017 at JourneyCare in Barrington. She was born August 13, 1949 in Union Town, PA to James H. and Jean E. (nee Reid) Boyd. She is survived by her husband, Daniel, whom she married 46 years ago on November 7, 1970 in Falls Church, Virginia; her children, Justin (Tina) of Streamwood, Natalie (Tony) Adams of Channahon and Melissa (Colin) Gaffney of Cary; her grandchildren, Ann, Connor, Logan and Teagan; her siblings, Mervin (Peggy) of New Jersey, Dwight (Donna) of Indiana, James, Beverly (Buddy) of Virginia; her sisters-in-law, Kathy (Mark) Dennis of Lincolnshire and Patty Griffin. She was preceded in death by her parents. A funeral service will start promptly at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, June 16, 2017 at The Chapel, 25270 West IL Route 60, Grayslake, IL 60030. Following funeral services, all will be invited for fellowship and refreshments at The Chapel. Memorials in Delcie’s name may be made to the American Cancer Society. Arrangements were entrusted to Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium, 410 E. Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030. For information, please call 847-223-8122 or go to www.strangfuneral.org.
Chuck R. Gorski Sr.
January 16, 1947 – June 3, 2017
Our world momentarily stopped on Saturday, June 3, 2017, when our beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend, Charles R. Gorski (Chuck) passed away unexpectedly. He was a long time resident of Glenview and had recently been a resident of Gurnee for 18 years. Chuck married his childhood sweetheart, Kitty, the love of his life on December 4th, 1965. At the age of 19, Chuck followed his life’s passion and opened his own body shop in Glenview. He proudly and successfully ran Chuck’s Auto Body until it was sold. He currently worked for F & D Auto Body in Libertyville.
Chuck was honored to be a small yet influential part of several charities. He helped raise funds for the Glenview History Center, Toys for Tots, and he volunteered for many years at The Grove in Glenview. Chuck believed in a strong sense of community and pledged his time and allegiance to several organizations, including the Northbrook Gun Club, Zion-Benton Moose Lodge, and the Izaak Walton League of America. He also was a volunteer fireman for the Village of Glenview. Chuck found joy in many activities and could often be found playing a card game, golf, billiards, cribbage, chess, or trap shooting. He also found tranquility on the open water while boating and never turned down the chance to socialize with good friends and especially enjoyed his camp fires. Chuck passed suddenly and while there was no time for a goodbye, there is comfort in knowing his last moments were spent on the golf course, doing what he loved. He is survived by his beloved wife Kathrine (Kitty) nee Rieb, son Charles R. Jr., daughter Michelle and his only grandchild, Johnnie Charles Green, uncle to many nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his parents, Richard and Evelyn Gorski and two brothers Richard Jr. and Edward Gorski. Memorial service will be held 2:00 p.m., June 24, 2017 at Immanuel Ev. Lutheran Church, 1850 Chestnut Ave, Glenview. “Celebration of Life” immediately following memorial at Heather Ridge Main Club House, 5900 Heather Ridge Drive, Gurnee, IL 60031. He will be sorely missed by many. Arrangements were entrusted to Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium, 410 East Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030. For information, please call 847-223-8122 or log on to www.strangfuneral.org.
John E. Groetsema
John E. Groetsema, age 76, passed away Sunday, June 4, 2017 at his home in Spring Grove. He was born on April 7, 1941 in Chicago. John was a US Army veteran who served in Vietnam. He is survived by his wife, Karen, whom he married on October 26, 1977; his son, Joshua (Katie) Groetsema; his grandson, Liam Groetsema; and his sister, Judy Koziarz. Friends of the family may visit on Saturday, June 17, 2017 from 8:30 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium, 410 East Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030. A funeral service is scheduled for 11:00 a.m., immediately following the visitation, also at the funeral chapel. Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery in Antioch. Memorials in John’s name may be made to St. Jude’s Medical Research Hospital for Children. For more information please contact (847)223-8122 or log onto www.strangfuneral.org.
Paul G. Keller
Col. Paul G. Keller, AUS Ret., age 95, of Grayslake, IL, passed away Wednesday, May 31, 2017 at Libertyville Manor in Libertyville, IL. Born on October 2, 1921, Paul graduated from Oshkosh High School in 1940 and the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh in 1949 with a bachelor of science degree in biology and mathematics. He received his Masters of Science degree in 1955 at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. On November 1, 1943, he married Jaunita Jones in the Old Post Chapel at Fort Sill, OK, and they were married 57 years, until she passed in 2001. They had two sons and a daughter. From 2002 to 2009, he had been a companion of Mariella Manville. After college, Paul taught biology at Grayslake High School in Illinois, until he retired in 1983. In addition he was varsity boys and girls tennis coach. In high school he had served as tennis captain during his senior year and was undefeated all season, winning the conference singles championship. In college he was tennis captain 1947-1949, was undefeated in conference competition, and won the state championship all four years. He was the first tennis player to be inducted into the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh Athletic Hall of Fame. He served as a teaching professional for over 25 years. Paul was called into military service in July of 1942, graduating from OCS as a Second Lieutenant Field Artillery at Fort Sill, OK on May 6, 1943. He served four years in the U.S. and China-Burma-India Theater during World War II. Upon discharge he remained in the Active Reserve, was recalled to duty during the Korean War, 1951-1952, and served in Korea. He was retired as a Colonel after 37 years of active duty and Active Reserve and was awarded the Distinguished Service Medal. Paul was a member of St. Andrew Episcopal Church, Grayslake, IL and Trinity Lutheran Church in Ingleside. Survivors include his wife, Gretchen Gae Keller; his children, William Keller, Chloride, AZ, David Keller, Londonderry, NH, and Diana Barron of Grayslake, IL; and his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Friends of the family may visit from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. on Monday, June 5, 2017 at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium, 410 East Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030. A funeral service is scheduled for Tuesday, June 6, 2017 at Strang Funeral Chapel at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow at 2:30 p.m. at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery, 20953 West Hoff Road, Elwood, IL. For information, please call 847-223-8122 or visit www.strangfuneral.org.
Kathleen Ann Stephens
Kathleen A. Stephens, age 62, a resident of Round Lake Park, passed away Monday, May 29, 2017 in Jefferson County, Wisconsin. She was born September 6, 1954 in Oaklawn to William and Ursella (nee Mendres) Phelps. Kathleen loved to shop and she really loved her family, especially her grandchildren. Kathleen is survived by her husband, Bruce, whom she married 43 years ago on April 1, 1973 in Buffalo Grove; her children, Dawn (Justin) Henderson of Minnesota, Denise (Ken) Cox of Kentucky and William (Nicole) of Antioch; her grandchildren, Damien, Liam, Mason, Kasandra, Carla, Brian and Jessa; and her siblings, Marty (Sue) Phelps of Schaumburg, Jim Phelps of McHenry, Paul (Lisa) Phelps of McHenry, Mary (Bob) Altieri of Northbrook, and Danny Phelps of Chicago. She was preceded in death by her parents and one sister, Sandra. A visitation is scheduled for Saturday, June 3, 2017 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium, 410 East Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030 with a funeral service scheduled immediately following the visitation at 4:00 p.m. also at the funeral chapel. For information, please call 847-223-8122 or log on to www.strangfuneral.org.
Marion M. O’Neill
Marion M. O’Neill, 63, a resident of Round Lake Beach, passed away Saturday, May 27, 2017 at Advocate Condell Medical Center in Libertyville, IL. She was born December 30, 1953 in Den Haag Netherlands. Marion is survived by her husband Michael, whom she wed on June 22, 2013, her son Thomas James (Kimberly) Shanahan, her mother Helena M. Verboom, her sister Paula (Douglas)Bronowski, her granddaughters Audree, Payton, Vivian, Sarah, Erin, Samantha, and Meghan, and her step-children Lori O’Neill and Michael P. O’Neill. She was preceded in death by her father Cornelius H. Verboom and her brother Robert C. Verboom. A visitation and memorial service is scheduled for Thursday, June 1, 2017 from 4:00 pm until 8:00pm with the memorial service commencing at 8:00pm 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.
Robert “Bob” C. Bisland
Robert “Bob” C. Bisland, 72, a resident of Gurnee, IL, passed away Saturday, May 27, 2017, at Captain Lovell Medical Center in North Chicago. He was born September 12, 1944 in Waukegan, IL to James and Kathryn Bisland. Bob was a veteran having served with the Army as a paratrooper and paramedic. He was retired from the Zion Park District after 18 years of service. Bob enjoyed woodworking, could fix anything, and was an outdoorsman. Bob is survived by his wife of 55 years, Elizabeth “Betsy”, his children Janice (Don) Ziegler, Robert “Mike” (Julie) Bisland, Carol Chalmers, and Linda (Butch) Dean, his grandchildren Liz, Andrew, Claire, and Alec Ziegler, Nichole, Sarah, and Christine Bisland, Chloe and Lilly Chalmers, and Kirsten, Kenny, and Kevin Dean, his sisters Ruth Wendricks and Kathie (Jim) Casey, his cousin Keith Borg, and the entire MacLagan family. He was preceded in death by his parents and his sister Nancy. Friends of the family may visit at STRANG FUNERAL CHAPEL & CREMATORIUM, 410 E. Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030 on Wednesday, May 31, 2017 from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. The funeral service is scheduled for Thursday, June 1, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. at the funeral chapel. Interment will be held privately. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Veterans Affairs or the Kidney Foundation. For further information, please call (847) 223-8122 or visit www.strangfuneral.org.
Leonard J. Barringhaus
Leonard J. Barringhaus, age 94, a resident of Village of Victory Lakes in Lindenhurst, passed away, Thursday, May 25, 2017 at the Village at Victory Lakes in Lindenhurst. He was born May 23. 1923 in Treloar, Missouri to Frank and Matilda Barringhaus. Leonard was a World War II veteran having served for the Navy. Leonard was a member of St. Gilbert Catholic Church in Grayslake, Knights of Columbus, and the Exchange Club of Grayslake. He was retired from International Harvester where he worked as a mechanical engineer. He is survived by his stepchildren, Russell (Maureen) Combs and Cathy (Lynn) O’Dell; six grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren, and siblings, Ruth Barringhaus, Sister Mary Francita Barringhaus, Norma Schraut, Roselyn Barringhaus, Donald (Faye) Barringhaus and Ralph (Helga) Barringhaus. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Ula Combs, second wife, Lois Barringhaus, son, Robert Barringhaus, stepson, Tom (Sharon) Combs and grandson, Stephen Combs. A visitation and funeral service is scheduled for Thursday, June 1, 2017 from 10:00 am 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 immediately follow at Ascension Catholic Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association 225 N. Michigan Ave. Ste 1700 Chicago, IL 60601. For more information please contact (847)223-8122 or log onto www.strangfuneral.org.
W. James “Jim” Clavey
W. James “Jim” Clavey, 87, a resident of Grayslake, IL peacefully passed away alongside family Tuesday, May 23, 2017 at Journeycare Hospice in Glenview. He was born April 20, 1930 in Highland Park, IL to Elmer and Marie (nee: Kress) Clavey. Jim was a veteran of the US Air Force and had a passion for flying. He even met the love of his life, Arline, at the Sky Harbor Airport in Northbrook. Jim attended Oshkosh every year with his family and friends for many years. He worked for ComEd for 48 years as a lineman working his way up to a management position making lifelong friends along the way. Jim was a compassionate man, known for his integrity, being fair, equitable, and gregarious. He was a true gentleman that made friends anywhere he went and every Thursday enjoyed coffee with his neighbors. Jim was especially proud he grew up in the nursery that planted the ivy for Wrigley Field. Jim cherished his family and is survived by his children Kim Clavey and Father Jim Clavey, and his grandchildren Dan Bergquist, Bradley Bergquist, and Steven Bergquist. He was preceded in death by his wife of 64 years, Arline. Friends of the family may visit at STRANG FUNERAL CHAPEL & CREMATORIUM, 410 E. Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030 on Tuesday, May 30, 2017 from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. The funeral mass is scheduled for Wednesday, May 31, 2017 at 12:00 p.m. at St. Gilbert Catholic Church 301 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL. Interment will follow at Ascension Catholic Cemetery in Libertyville, IL. Afterwards, at 4:30PM, a meal and celebration of his life will be held at the Byron Colby Barn 1561 Jones Point Rd, Grayslake, IL Memorials may be made to Journeycare Hospice 2050 Claire Ct. Glenview, IL 60025. For further information, please call (847) 223-8122 or visit www.strangfuneral.org.
Virginia M. Nash-Del Vescovo
Virginia M. Nash-Del Vescovo 90, a resident of Round Lake Beach, passed away Thursday, May 18, 2017 at Hillcrest Nursing Home. She was born October 11, 1926 in Chicago, IL to Matthew and Anna Jacob. Virginia’s lifelong passion was playing the piano and singing. An avid churchgoer, she sang in many choirs and was often the soloist. She loved to dance as well as entertain. Virginia is survived by her children Mary Nash-Powell, George Nash, Jr. (Elisabeth), and Timothy Nash, her grandchildren Elizabeth Powell and Kathryn Powell, her great-grandchildren Michael, Sade-Grace, and Trevor, her brother Jerome Jacob, and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her first husband George Nash Sr., her second husband Angelo Del Vescovo, and her son Michael Nash. A visitation is scheduled for Monday, May 22, 2017 from 4:00pm until 8:00pm at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030. A funeral mass is scheduled for Tuesday, May 23, 2017 at 10:00am at St. Peters Catholic Church 27551 Volo Village Rd. Volo, IL. Interment will follow at Mt. Carmel Cemetery in Hillside, IL. For more information please contact (847)223-8122or log onto www.strangfuneral.org.