Georgia Bettes Norlin, Lake Barrington resident, formerly of Deerfield, (Northwestern Class of ’47) the beloved star of stage, radio, television, her family, and an entire audience of fabulous friends, passed away with her children Eric and Nancy at her side on Wed. May 8, 2013 at the exquisite age of 89 years and 11 days. She was preceded in death by her accompanist and husband Lloyd B. Norlin, her sisters, and parents. A toast to her past and a toast to her future was an on-going production by her family including Eric and daughter-in-“love” Dee; Nancy and son-in-“love” Kurt, along with her “grands” Kimberly, Nicholas, Jeffrey, Ben, Kyle, and Timothy. A memorial service is being planned for a yet-to-be-determined date in the near future. In a typically unselfish gesture, Georgia donated her earthly remains (as did husband Lloyd) to the Anatomical Gift Society, immediately upon her death. She has finally succumbed to technology, posthumously, with the creation of the “Georgia B. Norlin’s Fans” page on Facebook, of which you can follow for updates on the memorial service, etc. Donations may be made to her past volunteer efforts of Journey Care and/or the Barrington Area Council of Aging (BACOA), both of Barrington. Arrangements were entrusted to Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium, 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030. www.strangfuneral.org.

Vincent Damore, age 61, of Grayslake, passed away Tuesday, May 14, 2013, at his home. Friends of the family may visit from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., Saturday, May 18, 2013 with the funeral service commencing at 8:00 p.m. at STRANG FUNERAL CHAPEL & CREMATORIUM, 410 East Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030. For information, please call (847) 223-8122 or visit www.strangfuneral.org.

Geraldine “Dean” Haddon, a resident of Bristol, WI and formerly of Wildwood, IL, passed away Tuesday May 7, 2013 at the age of 87. She was born May 25, 1925 in Hurley, WI to Leroy and Leila Leichtnam. Dean loved bingo, playing cards, visiting the casinos, and enjoying time with her kids and grandkids. Dean is survived by her children Marilyn “Boots” (Paul) Portegys, Dean (Cathy) Haddon, Bill (Carol) Haddon, Beth (Jeff) Sinesh, her 6 grandchildren, and her 3 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents and her 9 brothers and sisters. Friends of the family may visit Friday May 10, 2013 from 10:00am until 12:00 pm with a memorial service commencing at 12:00pm at STRANG FUNERAL CHAPEL & CREMATORIUM, 410 E. Belvidere Rd., Grayslake, IL 60030. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Hospice Alliance 10220 Prairie Ridge Blvd Pleasant Prairie, WI 53158 or Save-A-Pet 31664 N. Fairfield Road Grayslake, IL 60030 . For information, call 847-223-8122 or visit www.strangfuneral.org.

Eugene L. “Les” Werhniak, age 85, of Gages Lake, passed away at home on Sun. May 5, 2013.  He was born in Highland Park on April 24, 1928 to the now late Anton and Emma Werhniak.  Les served his country proudly as a U.S. Marine.  He was a lifelong member of the V.F.W. in Lake Villa, a retiree from Abbott Labs, and loved to ride his Harley.  Les is survived by his Wife Georgie, whom he wed on April 24, 1981 in Gages Lake; his children Kris (Leon) Somers of Nekoosa, WI, Raymond (Jody) Njust of Wildwood, and Robert (Carri) Njust of Gwinn, MI; his nephew Jeff Vesecky of Montello, WI; seven grandchildren whom he loved to spend time with: Kristin, Kimberly, Katelyn, Nicole, Anthony, Karly, and Cheyanne; three great-grandchildren Kendall, Grayson, and Drew.   His sister Elyse, brother-in-law Rudy Vesecky, and sister-in-law Emma Vesecky preceded him in death.  Friends of the family may visit at STRANG FUNERAL CHAPEL & CREMATORIUM, 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030 on Fri., May 10, 2013 from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m.   The funeral service will commence at 10 a.m. on Sat. May 11, 2013, also at the funeral chapel.  Interment will follow at Highland Memorial Park in Libertyville.  For further information, please call (847) 223-8122 or visit www.strangfuneral.org.

Anita B. Larson, a resident of Antioch, passed away Friday May 3, 2013, at the age of 74. She was born October 17, 1938 in Berwyn, IL to Anton and Helen Vacek. Anita is survived by her husband of 55 years, Richard, her children Steven Larson, Donna (Rick) Kesler, and Susan Larson, her 9 grandchildren, and her brother Anton (Adrianne) Vacek Jr. All funeral arrangements were held privately and entrusted to STRANG FUNERAL CHAPEL & CREMATORIUM, 410 E. Belvidere Rd., Grayslake, IL 60030. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society. For information, call 847-223-8122 or visit www.strangfuneral.org

Amanda S. Pompeo, age 27, of Antioch, IL, passed away Sunday, April 28, 2013 at home with her loving family by her bedside.  Amanda was born June 16, 1985 in Lake Forest, IL.  She loved playing softball in High School, and anything outdoors, including the many camping trips with her friends and family.  Amanda was a lover of tie-dyed t-shirts and summers by the pool.  She had an infectious personality and smile that will always be remembered.  Amanda is survived by her parents Thomas and Francine Pompeo; her beloved daughter Lily Salgado; her grandparents, many aunts, uncles, cousins, and extended family.  She was preceded in death by her brother Joshua Pompeo.  Friends of the family may visit at STRANG FUNERAL CHAPEL & CREMATORIUM, 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030 on Sunday, May 5, 2013 from 1 p.m. until 5 p.m., with the funeral service commencing at 5 p.m.  Interment will be held privately at Highland Memorial Park in Libertyville.  Memorial contributions can be made at State Bank of the Lakes, c/o Lily Salgado.  For further information, please call (847) 223-8122 or visit www.strangfuneral.org.

Gene R. Boydston, a 67-year-old Gurnee resident, passed away at Lake Forest Hospital on Wednesday evening, April 24, 2013.  He was born in Chicago on November 12, 1945.  He graduated from Round Lake High School.  Gene served his country proudly in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War, attaining the rank of Sergeant.  He was the beloved husband of 43 years to Robin K. {nee Roane} Boydston, whom he wed on May 23, 1970 in Park Ridge, IL; the cherished father of Kimberly (Martin) Mayer and Brenda (Jason) Stoneham; the doting grandfather or “Papa” of Kirstyn, Dylan, & Allisyn Mayer, and Emily, Kylie, Bryce, Ashlyn, & Tyler Stoneham.  His son Craig Joseph Boydston preceded him in death.  Friends of the family may join them for memorial visitation at STRANG FUNERAL CHAPEL & CREMATORIUM, 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030 on Thursday, May 2, 2013 from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. Memorial Mass will be celebrated on Friday, May 3, 2013 at St. Gilbert Catholic Church, 301 E. Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030, commencing at 10 a.m.  Inurnment will follow at Highland Memorial Park in Libertyville.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Gene’s name to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, www.stjude.org, would be appreciated.  For information, please call (847) 223-8122 or visit www.strangfuneral.org.

Jimmy “James” R. Romich, a 70-year-old Round Lake Heights resident, passed away at home late Friday night, April 26, 2013.  He was born in Boise, ID on May 26, 1942 to the now late Mike and Pauline {nee Paddock} Romich.  Jim served his country proudly in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam era.  He was a former advisor for the Round Lake Beach Police Cadets, a long-time volunteer/caretaker for Spay and Stay in Grayslake, and one of the original members of the Round Lake Area Mobile Eye.  He is survived by Madelene, his wife of 34 years, whom he wed on July 29, 1978 in Grayslake; his children Jaime Holub, Bud (Bonnie) Kowalski, Wayne (Andrea) Kowalski, Julie Paddock, Trisha Peck, and Julianna Romich; his grandchildren Steven, Alex, Katie, Austin, Allison, Guiliano, and David; one great-grandchild; his siblings Donalee, Johnnie, and Sandy; and several nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews.  His brother Mike preceded him in death.  Friends of the family may visit at STRANG FUNERAL CHAPEL & CREMATORIUM, 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030 on Thursday, May 2, 2013 from 10 a.m. until 11 a.m., with the funeral service commencing at 11 a.m.  Interment will follow at Avon Centre Cemetery in Grayslake.  Memorial contributions in Jim’s name may be made to Spay and Stay, www.spayandstay.org. or to the American Cancer Society, www.cancer.org.  For information, please call (847) 223-8122 or visit www.strangfuneral.org.

Esther Johanna Johnson Lemar, age 98, passed away Tuesday, April 23, 2013, at Hillcrest Nursing Home in Round Lake Beach.  She was born on September 2, 1914 in Virgil, IL to Frederick and Lily Johnson.  Esther is survived by her children Ruth Brauck, Les Lemar Jr., Lee Lemar, and Larry Lemar, five grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren.  Esther was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Lester J. Lemar Sr., seven brothers and two sisters. Arrangement were entrusted to STRANG FUNERAL CHAPEL & CREMATORIUM, 410 East Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030.  For information, call 847-223-8122 or visit www.strangfuneral.org.

Erich G. Schuebel, a 79-year-old Grayslake resident, born in Stammbach, Germany and formerly of Chicago, passed away at home Sunday morning, Apr. 21, 2013.  Erich retired in 1995 from W.D. Electric in Roselle.  He is survived by his wife Anita {nee Schilling} Schuebel; his children Charles (Ursula) Schuebel, Richard Testa, Mark (Perla) Testa, Diane Testa, and Thomas (Marcy) Testa; his grandchildren Erika, Nicole, Riley, and Caylin; and a brother and a sister residing in Germany.  His brother Karl Schuebel preceded him in death.  Friends of the family may join them for memorial visitation from 1 p.m. until 3 p.m. on Sat. May 4, 2013, with the memorial service commencing at 3 p.m. at STRANG FUNERAL CHAPEL & CREMATORIUM, 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, www.nationalmssociety.org.  For further information, please call (847) 223-8122 or visit www.strangfuneral.org.