Eileen M. Dragovich, a resident of Gurnee, passed away March 25, 2014, at the age of 91. She was born March 1, 1923 in Rice Lake, WI to Margaret and Dr. John K. Erpelding. Eileen had worked for over 20 years at Marshall Fields. She loved to dance, enjoyed her martinis, and socializing with friends and family. Eileen was a loving mother of Michelle (Jeff) Rohrer-Lauer, beloved grandmother to Michael and David Rohrer, beloved step-grandmother to Blake Lauer, adoring sister to Anne Hach, and wonderful aunt to numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews. She was preceded in her death by her parents, her siblings Donald, Helen,Claire, Sheila, and Frank, her nieces and nephews Patrica Kenaga, Robert Kenaga, and Richard Tessin, her sister-in-law Rita Erpelding, and her former husband Mike Dragovich. A visitation is scheduled for Friday March 28, 2014 from 9:30am until 10:30am with a funeral mass commencing at 10:30am at St. Paul the Apostle Church 6401 Gages Lake Rd. Gurnee, IL 60031. Interment will be follow at Ascension Catholic Cemetery in Libertyville, IL. All funeral arrangements were entrusted to Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium. For further information, please call (847) 223-8122 or visit www.strangfuneral.org.

Aurelio Nayal de Guzman “ADEG”, 67, of Round Lake, IL entered the Kingdom of Heaven on Sunday, March 23, 2014. He was born in Cotabato City, Philippines. Aurelio attended Notre Dame University for his Bachelor of Arts in English, Bachelor of Science in Education, Bachelor of Science in Banking and Finance and a Bachelor of Science in Accounting. Aurelio continued his studies to receive a Master of Arts Degree in Economics. He was married to Alicia Saldua Barillo, on April 22, 1972, for 42 years. Aurelio was an accomplished man, most notable for his position as a Manager and Assistant Vice President of the Philippine National Bank. Aurelio was President of The Dipolog City Bankers Club, the President of the Rotary Club of Dipolog, the Governor’s Group Representative of the Rotary Club and the Director of the PNB Western Manager’s Association. Aurelio was survived by his wife Alice “Boss” de Guzman; his four children: Aileen, Avon Aurel, Alma Farrah and Althea Avice; his six grandchildren: Aubrey Pearl, Adam Kurt, Adrian Maurel, Arabella Elyse, Angelica Elle, Angelo Clyde and his two dogs: Hershey and Akira. A 3-day visitation will be held at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL from Wednesday March 26 to Friday March 28 from 5:00pm until 9:00pm nightly, and a Funeral Mass will be held on Saturday, March 29 at 11:30am at St. Gilbert’s Church 301 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030. Interment will follow at Ascension Cemetery in Libertyville, IL. For further information, please call (847) 223-8122 or visit www.strangfuneral.org.

Wayne C. Trapp, 69, a resident of Antioch, IL passed away March 16, 2014 in Kenosha, WI. He was born February 2, 1945 in Chicago to Philip and Virginia (nee: Novakowski) Trapp. Wayne was a retired 20 year veteran of the Chicago Police in the 17th District of Albany Park. He loved to hunt duck and geese, he was an avid auction attendee, but most all loved to fish with his daughter Susanne. Wayne is survived by his wife of 48 years, Janice, whom he wed on September 18, 1965 in Chicago, his children Wayne Trapp of Antioch and Susanne (Alex) Skowron of Wisconsin, his sister Kathleen of Lake in the Hills, and his dog Cody. He was preceded in death by his parents and his dog Luke. A celebration of Wayne’s life will be held on Saturday March 29, 2014 from 11:00am to 2:00pm at The Thirsty Horse Pub and Grill 12711 Bristol Rd. (Corner of Rte. 45 and North Ave.) Kenosha, WI 53142 (262)891-3080. All funeral arrangements were entrusted to Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium. Interment will be held privately. For further information, please call (847) 223-8122 or visit www.strangfuneral.org.

Ardeth Ann Crowell, 82, passed away peacefully at home Wednesday, March 19, 2014. Beloved life partner of Clifford Walzel. Services private. Interment Lakeview Cemetery, Turtle Lake, Wisc. Memorials to masses greatfully appreciated. Arrangements entrusted to Strang Funeral Chapel and Crematorium, 410 East Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030. For information, call 847-223-8122 or visit www.strangfuneral.org.

Patricia J. Stey, 65, a resident of Grayslake, passed away Thursday March 20, 2014.  She was born October 22, 1948 in Waukegan, IL to John and Martha Kobernick.  Patricia is survived by her husband of 40 years, Randy, her mother Martha Luby, her daughters Erin (Loren) Lundtveit and Beth (Shane) Brennan, her grandchildren Claire, Dana, and Evan Lundtveit, and Cadence and Lane Brennan, and her brothers Jack (Therese) Kobernick, Kim (Karen) Kobernick, and Mark (Irena) Kobernick.  She was preceded in death by her father.  Friends of the family may visit on Sunday March 23, 2014 from 3:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. with a funeral service commencing at 6:00pm at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030.    Interment will be held privately.  For further information, please call (847) 223-8122 or visit www.strangfuneral.org.  

Irma S. Wetzel, age 90, of Grayslake, passed away Monday, March 17, 2014. Friends of the family may visit Friday, March 21, 2014 from 9:30am to 10:30am at St. Mary of the Annunciation Catholic Church, 22333 West Erhart Road, Mundelein, IL 60060 with the funeral mass commencing at 10:30am at the church. For information please call 847 223 8122 or visit www.strangfuneral.org.

Thomas E. Pietrasz, 47, of Grayslake and formerly of Libertyville, IL, passed away March 11, 2014. He was born August 22, 1966 in Chicago, IL. Tom was a dedicated, certified Tree Arborist at Trees R Us in Wauconda, IL. He was an avid Cubs fan, enjoyed fishing, and boating. Tom is survived by his wife Emma, whom he married on October 28, 2013, his son Thomas, his siblings Anne (Brian) Bacon of Wisconsin, Linda (Randal) Wurmlinger of Michigan, Michael (Terri) Pietrasz of California, Kathy Pietrasz of Illinois, and many nieces and nephews. Friends of the family may visit Monday March 17, 2014 from 5:00pm until 7:00 pm with a memorial service commencing at 7:00pm at STRANG FUNERAL CHAPEL & CREMATORIUM, 410 E. Belvidere Rd., Grayslake, IL 60030. Interment will be held privately. Memorials may be made to the family. For information, call 847-223-8122 or visit www.strangfuneral.org.

James A. Krewson, 68, of Round Lake, passed away March 8, 2014. He was born August 18, 1945 in Chicago, IL. A visitation is scheduled for Wednesday March 12, 2014 from 5:00pm until 7:00pm with at funeral service commencing at 7:00pm at Strang Funeral Chapel and Crematorium. Interment will be held privately.

Genevieve A. Thomson, age 96, passed away Wednesday, March 5, 2014 at the Wealshire in Lincolnshire. She was born July 26, 1917 in Gurnee to George and Anna (nee Pitak) Magiera. Genevieve was a member of St. Gilbert Catholic Church in Grayslake and loved the joys of her life, her great-grandchildren and grandchildren. Genevieve is survived by her children, Patricia (William) Zielke of Rochester, NY, Margaret Koupal of Norwalk, OH, and Barry (Maureen) of Johnsburg; six grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; siblings, Ed Magiera of Union Grove, WI, Irene Carey, Leo Magiera of Ocala, FL; and by numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband, George. Friends of the family may visit on Saturday, March 8, 2014 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. with the funeral service commencing at 11:00 a.m. at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium, 410 East Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030. Interment will follow at Ascension Cemetery in Libertyville. For information, please call 847-223-8122 or log on to www.strangfuneral.org.

Julia (nee: Kasprzyk) Wojtarowicz, 97, a resident of Wildwood, passed away Thursday February 27, 2014. She was born August 5, 1916 in Chicago. She was married to the now deceased Stanley Wojtarowicz for 51 years. She is survived by her children Roger (Sharon Beatty) of Antioch, Julene( her deceased husband Robert) Mumenthaler of Wildwood, and Joyce Engel of Kenosha, WI, her 7 grandchildren, and 10 great-grandchildren, many nieces, nephews, and a host of other family and very close friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, sisters, and loving husband Stanley. Julia was the youngest of 7 girls. She had an adventurous spirit all of her life. She completed her nurses training at Norwegian-American Hospital in Chicago. She joined the Army prior to the start of World War II and served as a nurse at Fort Bragg in North Carolina. She earned the rank of Second Lieutenant. In 1952 Stanley and Julia moved their family from Chicago to Wildwood and she remained a resident of Wildwood for the rest of her life. She was a member of St. Gilbert Catholic Church in Grayslake for 62 years, where she was a member of the Altar and Rosary Society, St. Vincent De Paul Society, and Friendship Club.. Julia was a member of AARP through Warren Township, Warren Township Senior Center, Grayslake Library Lane Senior Center, Homemakers of Grayslake, and Grayslake Alley Cats bowling league. Julia worked as a nurse at Condell Medical Center in Libertyville from 1953 to 1961. Stanley and Julia enjoyed travel and after his retirement took many trips with Gem Tours as well as with family and friends. A visitation is scheduled for Friday February 28, 2014 from 4:00pm until 8:00pm at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium, 410 East Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030. A funeral mass is scheduled for Saturday March 1, 2014 at 10:00am at St. Gilbert Catholic Church 301 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030. Entombment will follow at Ascension Cemetery in Libertyville, IL. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Vincent De Paul care of St. Gilbert Church. For information, please call (847)223-8122.

A celebration of the life of Mary A. Kiley (nee Jaggers), 87, a 19-year resident of Saddlebrook Farms, formerly of Wheeling, will be held at 4 p.m. Saturday, March 15, at the Saddlebrook Farms Community Center, Route 60 and Peterson Roads, Grayslake. A reflection of her life will be given by her daughter, Sandra, and grand-daughter, Kathryn. Mrs. Kiley passed away comfortably on December 2, 2013, after a short illness. Interment will be private.  Mary loved spending her time playing canasta with her friends at Saddlebrook Farms. She belonged to the Saddlebrook Trotters, as well as the Quilting Club and St. Mary’s Senior Club.  Mary was the beloved wife of the late Raymond, loving and devoted mother to Sandra Harrsch (Clark Garlock), world’s best grandma, secret keeper, advice giver, and role model to granddaughter, Kathryn Harrsch, of Grayslake. Mary is survived by many friends and relatives both near and far. She will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her.  Memorials may be made to Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital, 660 North Westmoreland Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045 or Midwest Palliative & Hospice Care Center, 2050 Claire Court, Glenview, IL 60025.  Arrangements were entrusted to Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium, 410 East Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030. For information, please call (847)223-8122.

Patricia Morrison, 75, of Round Lake Beach passed away on Thursday, February 20, 2014 at the Paradise Park Memory Care Facility in Fox Lake, IL.  Pat was born November 30, 1938 in Chicago, IL.  She worked for 38 years for Illinois Bell having worked her way up to a managerial position.  She retired and moved to New Jersey where she became a rural mail carrier for 11 years.  She was also a member of the Phone Company Pioneers.  Pat was an animal lover and a lover of all Chicago sports teams.  She was athletic, outgoing, and loved to dance.  She leaves behind her sister, Anne Minkler of Round Lake Beach and her nieces and nephews, Vicki (Doug) Wisner of Marengo, David Ponte and Teresa Greslik of McHenry, Bonnie (Lonnie) Harris of Fox Lake, Sherman Minkler of Round Lake Beach, Susan (Dan) Zigmund of Round Lake Beach, and Patti (Jim) Gerhardt of Bartlett, and numerous great-nieces and nephews.  Pat was preceded in death by her parents, Angus and Margaret Morrison of Chicago and her sister Isabelle Ponte of Johnsburg.  A memorial service will be held at a later date.  All arrangements were entrusted to STRANG FUNERAL CHAPEL & CREMATORIUM, 410 E. Belvidere Rd., Grayslake, IL 60030.  For information, call 847-223-8122 or visit www.strangfuneral.org.