Leonard G. Barry, a 54 year-old Round Lake Park resident, formerly of Chicago, passed away Friday, December 13, 2013. He was born in Chicago on July 26, 1959 to Leonard Sr. and Doris Barry. Leonard was the brother of Tim Barry, John (Carrie) Barry, Alice Barry, and Lora (John) Barry; the loving uncle of Tim Jr., Mario, Richie, Patrick, Matthew, John Jr., Lukus, Rebecca, Misty, Joshua, Holly, Kenny, Michael, Karen, Doris, Brandon, and Christopher; great-uncle of Patience, Kristan, Cadance, Hayden, Kristina, Alex, Audrey, Abigail, and Eric. His parents preceded him in death. Friends of the family may visit at STRANG FUNERAL CHAPEL & CREMATORIUM, 410 E. BELVIDERE ROAD, GRAYSLAKE, IL 60030 from 4:00pm until 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday December 18, 2013, with the memorial service commencing at 7:00p.m. Interment will be held privately. For further information, please call (847) 223-8122 or visit www.strangfuneral.org.
Maria Masnik
Maria Masnik, our beloved mother passed away on Sunday December 8, 2013 at the age of 82 at her home in Round Lake Beach. She was the mother of 5 children, 9 grandchildren, and 2 great-grandchildren. Maria was a special and generous woman. Her treasure was family and her animals. May God take special care of her, “Till we meet again momma”. A visitation is scheduled for Friday December 13 from 4:00pm until 8:00pm at STRANG FUNERAL CHAPEL & CREMATORIUM, 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030. A funeral mass is scheduled for Saturday December 14, 2013 at 9:30am at St. Joseph Catholic Church 114 N. Lincoln Ave. Round Lake, IL 60073. Interment will follow at Ascension Catholic Cemetery in Libertyville. For information, please call (847) 223-8122 or visit www.strangfuneral.org.
Louis Sielepkowski
Louis Sielepkowski, a resident of Grayslake, passed away Saturday December 7, 2013 at the age of 89. He was born June 1, 1924 in Chicago, IL. A visitation is scheduled for Wednesday December 11, 2013 from 4:00pm until 8:00pm at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030. The funeral mass is scheduled for Thursday December 12, 2013 at 10:00am at St. Gilbert Catholic Church 301 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030. Interment will follow at Ascension Catholic Cemetery in Libertyville, IL. For more information please contact (847)223-8122.
David Pemble
David Grant Pemble, a resident of Round Lake Beach, passed away Friday, December 6, 2013 in Richmond, IL at the age of 34. He was born January 4, 1979 in Waukegan. He is survived by his father, Grant Pemble; his mother, Pamela Pemble; twin sister, Keeley (Pemble) Weidner; niece, Jaimie Lynn Weidner; nephew, Blake Grant Weidner; half-sister, Angela Pemble; grandmother, Jean (Pemble) Kratunis; uncles, Howie Pemble and Russell Pemble; aunts, Patty (Pemble) Thompson, Deidra Kent, and Karen Pemble; and cousins, Micklyn Kent, Eric Kent, Kimberly Curtis, Michael Gucito, Nikki Nix, Ryan Pemble, Tabetha Highley, Paul Maze Jr., Jennifer (Pemble) Ocelotl, and Bryan Pemble. David was preceded in death by his grandfather, Howard Pemble; and his uncles, Elmer Pemble, Richard Dean Pemble, Leon Thompson, Paul Kent and Sharon (Boothby) Durkin. Friends of the family may visit from 4:00pm until 7:00pm on Thursday, December 12, 2013 at STRANG FUNERAL CHAPEL & CREMATORIUM, 410 East Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030 with services at 7:00pm Thursday, December 12. Interment will be private. For information, please call 847-223-8122 or log on to www.strangfuneral.org.
Diane L. Wolf
Diane L. Wolf, 51, of Round Lake Park, passed away December 1, 2013. Diane was the beloved daughter of Kathleen J. Smith, loving mother to Anthony Danca, Joeseph Wolf, Laurence J. Wolf Jr., and Kimberly Krieger, proud grandmother “Nana” to Camryn J. Wolf, sister to Kathy Sedall, Robert Smith, and Dawn Maxwell, cherished fiancé to Kenneth Krieger, and loved by many nephews, nieces, cousins, aunts, uncles, and friends. She was preceded in death by her father Danny D. Smith. Friends of the family may visit Friday, December 6, 2013 from 3:00pm until 6:00 pm with a memorial service commencing at during that time frame at the American Legion 111 E. Main St. Round Lake Park, IL 60073. In lieu of flowers donations would be appreciated to help the family with expenses. All funeral arrangements were entrusted to Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium. For information, call 847-223-8122 or visit www.strangfuneral.org.
Judy L. Anderson
Judy L. Anderson, a resident of McHenry, passed away Tuesday December 3, 2013 at the age of 71. She was born July 16, 1942 to Howard and Lucille Sherwood. Judy is survived by her sons Brian (Ivette) Anderson and Howard Anderson, and her grandchildren Madeline, Gabrielle, and Sydney. She was preceded in death by parents and her husband Robert Anderson. Friends of the family may visit Saturday, December 7, 2013 from 12:00pm until 3:00 pm with a small service commencing at 3:00pm at the Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030. Interment will be held privately. In lieu of flowers donations may made to Senior Care Volunteer Network. For information, call 847-223-8122 or visit www.strangfuneral.org.
Larry E. Smith
Larry E. Smith, a resident of Lake Villa, passed away Friday November 29, 2013, at his home, at the age of 77. He was born April 25, 1936 in Portland, OR to Edward and Marion (Snodgrass) Smith. Larry was a sports NUT! He played racquetball, softball, basketball, shot pool, and enjoyed watching Da Bears and the Sox and Cubs. And he enjoyed his Harleys and riding with the Christian Motorcyclists Association. But his first love was the Lord and then his family. He made his commitment to Christ and was a member of Crossroads Church of Grayslake (except when his military career had him serving in other parts of the world) since 1969. Larry is survived by his wife, LaVonda, whom he married on October 6, 1968, in Alexandria, VA, his children Karen Balding of Las Cruces, NM, Debra (Eric) Milstead of Star, ID, Kelly (Michael) Hanna of Lake Villa, IL, Kristine (Daniel) Meyer of Las Cruces, NM, and Jodi Starnes of Las Cruces, NM, blessed with many grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and his siblings Janet Clear, Townsend, MA, Marion (Jerry) Parker, Townsend, MA, and Della Smith-Milliken, Fitchburg, MA. He was preceded in death by his parents Edward Smith and Marion (nee: Snodgrass) Smith, and his brothers Michael Smith and James Smith. A visitation is scheduled for Friday, December 6th , 2013 from 3:00pm until 4:00pm with a memorial service commencing at 4:00 p.m., at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium 410 E. Belvidere Rd., Grayslake, IL 60030. A fellowship meal will follow the service at Crossroads Church, 1350 State Route 137, Grayslake, IL. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations will be welcomed at one of the following:
Crossroads Church
1350 State Route 137
Grayslake, IL 60030
Advocate Hospice Charitable Foundation
Dept. 21058 Lake Zurich
P.O. Box 4556
Chicago, IL 60680
Christian Motorcyclists Association
% Jack Kolle
25272 W. Columbia Bay Road
Lake Villa, IL 60046
Lewy Body Dementia Association, Inc.
912 Killian Hill Road, S.W.
Lilburn, GA 30047
Corrine Baum
Corrine “Corki” Baum, nee Cushna, 69, of Grayslake, IL, was born December 10, 1943 to the late Bob and Mae Cushna and passed away peacefully in her home on November 29, 2013. Corrine was the beloved wife of 50 years to Richie, mother of Scott (Carol), and Rob (Peggy), and grandmother of Robbie, Andy, Jill and Kim and dear sister of Bruce (Beth), Ralph (Paulette), Sharon (Ken) Johnson, and Tom (Kathy), and many treasured (grand) nieces and nephews. She graduated from Columbia College of Missouri, with a bachelor’s degree and was a retired CPA. She belonged to the Red Hat Society, and will be forever remembered in our hearts, along with Feliz Navidad. A visitation is scheduled for Wednesday, December 4th from 4-8 pm at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL. A funeral service will be held on December 5th at 11 am, at the funeral chapel. Interment will be held privately. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to Advocate Home Health Services and Hospice. For information, call 847-223-8122 or visit www.strangfuneral.org.
Barbara T. Manley
Barbara T. (nee: Anderson) Manley, a resident of Lake Villa, passed away Tuesday November 26, 2013, at her home at the age of 57. She was born August 31, 1956 at St. Therese Hospital in Waukegan. Barbara worked as a cosmetologist for many years. Barbara is survived by her husband Jeff C. Manley whom she wed on May 16, 1989, her daughter Jamie (Gary) Burgett, her stepson Ryan (Erin) Manley, her grandchildren Daniel, Aidan, Liam, and Nevan, her sisters Marguerite (David) Janke of South Carolina, Mary E. (Rob) Kemp of Wisconsin, and Ann M. Anderson of Illinois, her brother Harold Anderson of Minnesota, her brother-in-law Tom Girard of Minnesota, and her loving pup Meeko. She was preceded in death by her parents Robert and Irma Anderson her sister Roberta “Bobbie” C. Girard, and her loving pups Oso and Jack. Friends of the family may visit Friday, November 29, 2013 from 5:00pm until 9:00 pm at STRANG FUNERAL CHAPEL & CREMATORIUM, 410 E. Belvidere Rd., Grayslake, IL 60030. A funeral service will be held on Saturday November 30, 2013 at 10:00am at the chapel. Interment will be held privately. Memorials may be made to Save-A-Pet 31664 N. Fairfield Rd. Grayslake, IL. For information, call 847-223-8122 or visit www.strangfuneral.org.
Timothy J. Przybylo
Timothy J. Przybylo, a resident of Round Lake Beach, passed away November 26, 2013 at Advocate Condell Medical Center in Libertyville, at the age of 54. He was born December 14, 1958 in Chicago to Allen and Juanda (nee: Hommrich) Greenspon. He was an animal lover and care giver. Timothy is survived by his parents Allen and Juanda Greenspon, his brothers Michael of Round Lake Beach and Robert (Sharon) of Lancaster, SC, his niece Monika of Round Lake Beach, his nephew Mathew (Emily) of Fort Myers, FL, his great-nieces Delilah and Amelia. He was preceded in death by his grandparents John and Evelyn Hommrich, his grandmother Verna Bork, and a baby brother Joseph Przybylo. Friends of the family may visit Saturday, November 30, 2013 from 4:00pm until 8:00 pm with a funeral service commencing at 8:00pm 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 charity of your choice. For information, call 847-223-8122 or visit www.strangfuneral.org.
Hugh E. Myers
Hugh E. Myers, formerly of Wildwood, passed away Wednesday November 20, 2013 at his home in Mesa, AZ at the age of 86. He was born May 25, 1927 in Giles County, TN to Elmer and Della Myers. Hugh owned and operated service stations for 35 years in Lake County including Lake Villa, Grayslake, Gages Lake, and North Chicago. He liked to hunt, fish, garden, bowl, and casino hop with family and friends. Hugh was the beloved husband of Ellie Jean for 62 years, the loving father to Betty (Terry) Yarnall, Nancy (William) DeVore, and Paula (Jeff) Martin, adoring grandpa to 8 grandchildren, and 2 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and his 2 sisters. Friends of the family may visit Friday, November 29, 2013 from 9:00am until 12:00 pm with a funeral service commencing at 12:00pm at STRANG FUNERAL CHAPEL & CREMATORIUM, 410 E. Belvidere Rd., Grayslake, IL 60030. Interment will follow at Highland Memorial Park Cemetery in Libertyville, IL. For information, call 847-223-8122 or visit www.strangfuneral.org.
Aspects of Military Funeral Honors and Eligibility
Did you know that the rendering of Military Funeral Honors for an eligible veteran is mandated by law to be free? If the correct parameters are met, veterans gain funeral benefits to honor them properly. The Department of Defense is held responsible for providing military funeral honors for those who have served. The Department of Defense began the implementation plan for providing military funeral honors for eligible Veterans as enacted in Section 578 of Public Law 106-65 of the National Defense Authorization Act for FY 2000 on Jan. 1, 2000.
They provide a dignified military funeral honor for veterans who have sacrificed their lives to defending our nation. This comes with a variety of different proceedings, including an honor guard detail with no less than two members of the Armed Forces. One of these members of detail will represent the parent service of the veteran. In this ceremony, they will include the folding and presenting of the American flag to their next of kin while playing Taps. If available, Taps will be performed by a bugler; otherwise, a recording will be played. Finally, the veteran’s parent service representative presents the American flag. Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium handles military funeral honors for many of our clients in Grayslake, IL, and surrounding communities.
Military Funeral Honors Eligibility
Eligibility for military funeral honors are as follows:
- Active duty military members or in the selected reserve
- Former military members who served in active duty, departing on conditions other than dishonorable
- Former military members who have completed one term of enlistment or initial obligated service under the selected reserves, having departed in conditions other than dishonorable
Verifying Your Eligibility
In order to verify eligibility for the veteran’s funeral honors, families must provide DD-214 discharge papers. If this form is not available, you may show any discharge document that displays a leave other than dishonorable. You can find the DD-214 form online at the National Archives. There, they have plenty of information on helping you correctly file your forms and get the assistance you need to make the process easier. The forms are free, and you can fill them out online to then print and mail them. For additional questions or information, feel free to contact the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs at 800-827-1000.
How Do I Request Military Funeral Honors?
Military funeral honors are an aspect taken very seriously by funeral homes and directors. When you speak to your director, they will ask you about the deceased and their requirements for a proper memorial. During this time, the funeral director will do the work for you, contacting the proper channels to orchestrate a military funeral honor.
What Does a Funeral Home and Director Do?
Funeral homes are especially caring and empathetic during this time of grief, contacting the appropriate military services for you and arranging the honors detail so you can spend time with your loved ones. Additionally, the funeral home and director will work with you to receive federal and state burial benefits. Finally, they take care of all the proceedings for the memorial service, including coordinating the burial in a veteran’s cemetery or other location, securing Presidential Memorial Certificates, and completing the appropriate application for a veteran marker. The Department of Veterans Affairs National Cemetery Administration cemetery staff can also assist with funeral planning. However, it is advised to go with a funeral director. Professional funeral homes, such as Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium, expedite processes while allowing you time to grieve in your own way, taking care of the paperwork, and providing you a proper memorial.
Pay Attention to Your Benefits
Because military benefits seem to always be changing, it’s important that you stay on top of your information. Save all of your documents in a secure place. Every bill from healthcare may be eligible to help your cause. The easiest way to stay in the know for military benefits is by signing up for a free Military.com membership. They take care of the hassle by sending you the latest benefits and information directly to your inbox. They’ll also help you with access to up-to-date pay charts and other helpful resources.
Where Can I Obtain More Information?
There are plenty of resources to help you out during this time. Visit the official military funeral honors website here for help with making prearrangements and going through the proper channels for filing the necessary paperwork. Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium has been celebrating life since 1898. We provide proper military funeral honors for those in Grayslake, IL. Our caring directors take great comfort in knowing that we keep you in mind while you grieve. There are a lot of moving parts during a funeral, from guests to paperwork to proceedings. This gets extrapolated when involving a military service. Strang Funeral Chapel takes special care to make you as comfortable as possible while taking care of the arrangements necessary for a military funeral honors service. We’ll make all the arrangements, allowing you additional time with your loved ones. For more information, don’t hesitate to give us a call in your time of need.
Joyce “Joy” Robinson
Joyce “Joy” Weiss-Robinson, age 83, of Grayslake and Antioch, passed away Friday, November 22, 2013 at Paradise Park in Fox Lake. She was born April 11, 1930 in Milwaukee, WI. She was an executive secretary during her working years. Joy is survived by five children, Sherri (Glen) Carlton, Diane (Gary) Hadad, Randall (Julie) Weiss, Sandra (Jack) Wagner and Ronna (Bill) Heuer; 11 grandchildren, Bonnie, Timothy, Amy, Jason, Jeremy, Onya, Vicki, Kaitlyn, Ashley, Kristin, and Kyle; 15 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandson. Joy was preceded in death by her first husband, Ron Weiss, whom she married on July 22, 1950. He passed away July 31, 1992. On February 14, 1994, Joy married Robert Robinson, who passed away on April 1, 2012. Friends of the family may visit from 4:00pm until 8:00pm, Sunday, November 24, 2013 at STRANG FUNERAL CHAPEL & CREMATORIUM, 410 East Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030. The funeral service will be held on Monday November 25, 2013 at 10:30am at Strang Funeral Chapel. Interment will be at Highland Memorial Park in New Berlin, WI. Memorial donations may be made in her name to the Alzheimer’s Association, 225 North Michigan Avenue, Suite 1700, Chicago, IL 60601 or www.alz.org. For information, please call 847-223-8122 or log on to www.strangfuneral.org.
Ruth Pierce
Ruth Pierce, age 81, passed away November 20, 2013. Friends of the family may visit at Shepherd of the Lakes Church, 285 East Washington, Grayslake, IL 60030 from 1:00pm until 2:00pm on Saturday, December 7, 2013, with the funeral service starting at 2:00pm at the church. Following the service, a luncheon will be served at the church for guests of the family. Arrangements were entrusted to STRANG FUNERAL CHAPEL & CREMATORIUM, 410 East Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030. For information, call 847-223-8122 or go to www.strangfuneral.org.
Ryan D. Unay
Ryan D. Unay, a resident of Round Lake, passed away Tuesday November 19, 2013, at the age of 28. He was born November 27, 1984 in Saudi Arabia. Ryan had worked for Advocate Condell Medical Center in Libertyville for the past 2 years. Ryan is survived by his wife of 5 years, Sheryll Catolico, his father Policarpio Unay, and his siblings Lyzette Unay and Julius Unay. Ryan was preceded in death by his mother. Friends of the family may visit on Saturday November 23, 2013 from 2:00pm until 5:00pm with a funeral service commencing at 5:00pm at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030. The interment will be held privately. Memorials may be made to the family of Ryan Unay. For information, call 847-223-8122 or visit www.strangfuneral.org.
Kimberly A. Kloes
Kimberly A. Kloes, 43, a resident of Alpharetta, GA, passed away peacefully with her family at her side after a long and courageous battle with cancer. She was born April 20, 1970 in Park Ridge, IL to Robert and Karen Pappano. Kim loved to exercise and workout at the gym. She was a member of St. Benedict Church in Georgia. Kim is survived by her husband of 18 years, Bill, her parents Robert and Karen Pappano, her children Kayla, Joseph, and Abigail, her brothers John (Liza) Pappano, Bob (Dawn) Pappano, and Bill (Kelly) Pappano, and numerous nieces and nephews. Friends of the family may visit on Friday November 22, 2013 from 4:00pm until 8:00pm at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030. A funeral mass will be held on Saturday November 23, 2013 at 10:00am at St. Gilbert Catholic Church 301 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL. The interment will follow at Ascension Catholic Cemetery in Libertyville, IL. Memorials may be made to the Kim Kloes Fund for Charity 1291 N. Maidstone Dr. Vernon Hills, IL 60061. For information, call 847-223-8122 or visit www.strangfuneral.org.
Thomas Eugene Pospiech
Thomas Eugene Pospiech, a resident of Grayslake, passed away Monday November 18, 2013, at home, at the age of 81. He was born April 10, 1932 in Chicago, IL. Thomas resided in Glenview from 1969 to 2000. He worked as a machine operator at Teledyne Post for 40 years. Thomas is survived by his wife of 60 years, to Joan, whom he wed on June 5, 1954 in Chicago, his children Linda (George) Hoth, Tom (Carol), Ken (Karen), Bruce (Mary), 11 grandchildren, 6 great-grandchildren, and his brother James (Marilyn) Pospiech of Bloomingdale, IL. Friends of the family may visit on Friday November 22, 2013 from 9:00am until 10:00am with a funeral mass commencing at 10:00am at St. Mary of Annunciation 22333 W. Erhart Rd. Mundelein, IL. The interment will follow at St. Mary’s Cemetery next to the church. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Mercy Home for Boys and Girls 1140 W. Jackson Blvd. Chicago, IL 60607. For information, call 847-223-8122 or visit www.strangfuneral.org.
Cesar Hernandez De Leon
Cesar Hernandez De Leon, age 62, a resident of Round Lake, passed away Tuesday, November 19, 2013 at Advocate Condell Medical Center in Libertyville. He was born August 28, 1951 in the Phillipines to Luis V. De Leon and Margarita Hernandez. Friends of the family may visit from 4:00 pm until 8:00 pm Wednesday, November 20, 2013 at STRANG FUNERAL CHAPEL & CREMATORIUM, 410 East Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030. Visitation will continue Thursday, November 21, 2013 for an hour prior to the 2:00 pm service at the funeral chapel. For information, please call 847-223-8122 or go to www.strangfuneral.org.
Joseph C. Habas
Joseph C. Habas, a resident of Hainesville, passed away Saturday November 16, 2013 at the age of 85. He was born February 23, 1928 in Chicago, IL to Stanley and Blanche Habas. Joseph was a veteran of World War II having served with the US Navy aboard the USS Haven. He was a lifetime member of the American Legion Central Park Post 1028 and had worked for International Harvester for over 30 years. Joseph is survived by his wife of 48 years, Antoinette, his children Edward Habas and Renee Keefe, and his grandchildren Kyle, Trevor, and Dustin Joseph. He was preceded in death by his parents and his 10 siblings. Friends of the family may visit on Saturday November 23, 2013 from 9:00am until 12:00pm with a funeral service commencing at 12:00pm at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030. Interment will be held following the service at Ascension Catholic Cemetery in Libertyville, IL. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Central Park American Legion Post #1028 4349 S. Kedvale Ave. Chicago, IL 60632. For information, call 847-223-8122 or visit www.strangfuneral.org.
Maria Guadalupe Gonzalez Morales
Maria Guadalupe Gonzalez Morales, age 86, passed away Thursday, November 14, 2013 in Round Lake. She was born December 12, 1926 in Fredericksburg, Texas. She was a member of St. Joseph Church and the Five Finger Club. She was married to the now deceased Pedro Morales Jr. on October 23, 1945. Lupe is survived by her ten children, Amy, Mary, Suzie, Gloria, Pedro, Pablo, Sylvia, Linda and Alex; 37 grandchildren; and several generations of great-grandchildren. Friends of the family may visit on Sunday, November 17, 2013 from 3:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at STRANG FUNERAL CHAPEL & CREMATORIUM, 410 East Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030. The funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, November 18, 2013 at the funeral chapel. Interment will follow at St. Michael Cemetery, 1185 West Algonquin Road, Palatine, IL. Memorial donations may be made to the family. For information, please call 847-223-8122 or go to www.strangfuneral.org.