Lawrence R. Ziegler, a resident of Northbrook, passed away Monday November 11, 2013, at the age of 53. He was born on January 23, 1960 in Waukegan to Lawrence H. and Geralynn Ziegler. Larry was an avid skydiver, loved woodworking, and fishing. Lawrence is survived by his mother Geralynn Muenchausen, his father Lawrence (Winnifred) Ziegler, his siblings Denise (Dan) Bethel, Mary (John) Francis, and Jeff (Sue) Ziegler, and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death his by brother Steve Muenchausen. Friends of the family may visit on Sunday November 24, 2013 from 2:00pm until 4:30pm with a memorial service commencing at 4:30pm at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030. Memorials may be made to the American Heart Assoc. 208 S. Lasalle St. Ste 900 Chicago, IL 60604 or Heartland Animal Shelter, 2975 Milwaukee Ave. Northbrook, IL 60062. Immediate family service will be held Monday, Nov. 25, 2013 at 10:00am. For information, call 847-223-8122 or visit www.strangfuneral.org.
David L. Feltner
David L. Feltner, a resident of Lake Villa and formerly of Florida, passed away Monday November 11, 2013 at the age of 71. He was born June 6, 1942 in Hazard, KY to Dillard and Cora Feltner. David is survived by his children Debbie (Mark) Friel, David (Debbie) Feltner, Michael (Sharon) Feltner, Robert Feltner, and Scott (Janet) Feltner, his grandchildren Ben, Matt, David, Daniel, Derrek, Tommy, Johnathan, Christopher, Michael, Mallory, Mason, Katelyn, and Brice, his great-grandchildren Devon, Kelsey, Taylor, Hailie, David, Dillon, Kailyn, Emelia, and Raigan, and his siblings Dillar and Gayenell. He was preceded in death by his parents and his siblings Louise, Dana, Deana, and Dennis. All funeral arrangements were held privately and entrusted to Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030. For information, call 847-223-8122 or visit www.strangfuneral.org.
Daniel M. Gordon
Daniel M. Gordon, a resident of Grayslake, IL, passed away Friday November 8, 2013 at the age of 63. He was born May 23, 1950 in Chicago to Alexander and Eleanor (nee: Staswick) Gordon. Daniel was an avid Bear and Sox fan. He loved to tan, fish, being in the outdoors, and adored his twins. Daniel is survived by his wife of 33 years, Susan Greene, his daughters Vanessa and Veronica, his granddaughter Adiella, and his siblings Augie, Chip (Nina) and Wayne. He was preceded in death by his parents, his brothers Steve and John, and his sister Natalie. Friends of the family may visit on Monday November 18, 2013 from 9:00am until 10:00am with a memorial mass to commence at 10:00am at St. Gilbert Catholic Church 301 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030. Memorials may be made to the family. For information, call 847-223-8122 or visit www.strangfuneral.org
Carol Joy Theisen
Carol Joy Theisen, a resident of Grayslake and on the shore of Highland Lake, passed away Tuesday November 5, 2013 at the age of 94, at her home. She was born August 19, 1919 in Wisconsin. Carol was a member of the United Protestant Church in Grayslake and had worked as a nurse for many years at Condell. Carol is survived by her daughter, Jane (Ted) Duncan and their children Bob (Meredith), Katie, Lindsay (Anu) Sharma, Ann, and her daughter, Susan (Lou) Villa-Arce and their daughter Susanne (Jason) Bettin, and her daughter, Carol (Phil) Puotinen and their children Peter (Erica), Meredith, and her son, David “Skip” (Karen) Runyon and their children Emily, Shane, and Danielle, her great-grandson Logan Bettin, and another great-grandson due in March. Friends of the family may visit on Friday November 8, 2013 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 November 9, 2013 at 10:00am at United Protestant Church 54 S. Whitney St. Grayslake, IL. Interment will be held privately. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, the United Protestant Church, or the American Red Cross. For information, call 847-223-8122 or visit www.strangfuneral.org.
Charles E. Green
Charles E. Green a resident of Hainesville, passed away Tuesday November 5, 2013, at the age of 89. He was born October 30, 1924 in Missouri to Chester and Mary (nee: Vertrese) Green. Charles was a Hainesville Trustee. He loved to work around the house, working on cars, and being with his family. Charles is survived by his children Charlotte (Doug) Bartlett of Ramona, CA, Doris (Ken) Wanagas of Spring Grove, IL, Charles Green Jr. of Abilene, TX, and Gloria Green of Fox Lake, IL, his two local grandchildren Jessica Mitchell and Nicholas Pritchard, 8 other grandchildren, and several great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, his 4 sisters, and his 5 brothers. Friends of the family may visit on Friday November 8, 2013 from 12:00pm until 1:00pm with a funeral service commencing at 1:00pm at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030. Interment will follow at Avon Centre Cemetery in Grayslake, IL. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society or the American Lung Association. For information, call 847-223-8122 or visit www.strangfuneral.org.
Dolores M. Braun
Dolores M. Braun, age 83, of Grayslake, passed away Monday, November 4, 2013, at Advocate Condell Medical Center in Libertyville. Friends of the family may visit from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 7, 2013 at STRANG FUNERAL CHAPEL & CREMATORIUM, 410 East Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030. The funeral service will be held Friday, November 8, 2013 at 10:30 a.m. at the funeral chapel with interment at Avon Centre Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, 651 W. Washington Blvd., Chicago, IL 60661. For information, please call (847) 223-8122 or visit www.strangfuneral.org.
Della A. Cepauskas
Della A. Cepauskas, a resident of Gurnee, passed away Saturday November 2, 2013, at the age of 87. She was born November 17, 1925 in Chicago, IL to Charles and Amelia Mesees. Della volunteered for many years at the Chicago Botanical Gardens. She was also a member of St. Patricks Church in Wadsworth and was a member of the Shamrocks Senior Club at St. Patricks. Della is survived by her sister Felice Lewandowski, her nieces and nephews Steven Salkos, Janet Salkos, Brian Lewandowski, John Lewandowski, and Laura Lewandowski. She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband Edward. Friends of the family may visit on Sunday November 10, 2013 from 12:00pm until 4:00pm at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030. A funeral mass will be held on Monday November 11, 2013 at 11:00am at St. Patrick Catholic Church 15000 Wadsworth Rd. Wadsworth, IL. Memorials may be made to the Macular Degeneration Foundation PO Box 515 North Hampton, MA 01061. For information, call 847-223-8122 or visit www.strangfuneral.org.
Cody Ray Woodruff
Cody Ray Woodruff (Brooks) a resident of Hainesville, IL passed away November 1, 2013 at Condell Medical Center in Libertyville, IL at the age of 30. He was born January 17, 1983 in Rock Springs, WY to Debbie and Ray Brooks. Cody was a member of the Living Waters Church, Free Spirit Softball, We Care bowling, and Special Rec bowling. Cody was loved by many! He was the life of every party. A loving son, grandson, brother, nephew, cousin, and friend. Cody grew up in Wyoming and South Dakota and later moved to Illinois. He graduated from Grayslake Community High School. He worked at Lakeside in Waukegan packaging office supplies. He loved bowling, softball, and played on many leagues and for the Special Olympics. Cody loved watching wrestling (WWE) and hated missing Monday Night RAW or Friday Night Smackdown. He will be more than missed and will forever be in our hearts and may he rest in peace. Cody is survived by his parents Debbie and Ray Brooks, his sister Susan (Shane) Vernooy of McHenry, and his brother Robert (Erica) Brooks of Round Lake. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents Bena E. and Orland W. Strom, his aunt Cindy Paulson, his uncles Richard Gibbens and Bob Gibbens, and his brother Tim Brooks. A memorial service will be held on Thursday November 7, 2013 at 10:30am with a luncheon to follow both at Living Waters 525 N. Atkinson Rd. Grayslake, IL. Interment will be held privately. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Cody Woodruff Memorial Fund c/o Susan Vernooy 2315 Oakwood Court McHenry, IL 60051. All funeral arrangements were entrusted to Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium. For information, call 847-223-8122 or visit www.strangfuneral.org.
Richard A. Nelson
Richard A. Nelson, a resident of Round Lake Beach, passed away Monday October 28, 2013, at his home, at the age of 70. He was born August 2, 1943 in Chicago to Martin and Cora (nee: Kilcrease) Nelson. Richard was a member of the American Legion, AMVets, and the VFW. He loved to garden and make dill pickles. He loved the Bears, liked to play the slots, and fish. Richard is survived by his wife of 47 years, Mary Jean, whom he wed April 22, 1968 in Chicago, his daughters Deborah (Greg) Hinkley of Grayslake, Corinne (David) Ness of Antioch, and Sharon (Bobby) Donnellan of Lake Villa, his grandchildren Abby, KC, Jimmy, Thomas, Max, Martin, Savannah, and Aidan, his brother Lance (Kathy) Nelson of Austin, TX, and his sister Corinne (Bob) Pflug of Mundelein. He was preceded in death by his parents and his brothers Patrick and Martin. Friends of the family may visit Thursday, October 31, 2013 from 4:00pm until 8:00 pm at STRANG FUNERAL CHAPEL & CREMATORIUM, 410 E. Belvidere Rd., Grayslake, IL 60030. A funeral service will be held on Friday November 1, 2013 at 11:00am at Wildwood Presbyterian Church 18630 W. Old Gages Lake Rd. Grayslake, IL. Interment will follow at Ascension Catholic Cemetery in Libertyville, IL. For information, call 847-223-8122 or visit www.strangfuneral.org.
Jane C. Gasiorowski
Jane C. Gasiorowski, a resident of Round Lake and formerly of McHenry, passed away Sunday October 27, 2013, at age 47. She was born October 1, 1966 in Chicago, IL to Joseph and Patricia Gasiorowski. Jane was a former member of the McHenry Women of the Moose and a member of ISA. Jane is survived by her father Joseph Gasiorowski Sr., her siblings Joseph Gasiorowski Jr., Eva Tripp, Charles Gasiorowski, and Thomas Gasiorowski, her nieces and nephews Joshua, Jeremy Lee, Allen Joseph, Jeremy Joseph, and Patrick Gasiorowski. She was preceded in death by her mother Patricia and her sister-in-law Linda. All funeral arrangements were held privately and entrusted to STRANG FUNERAL CHAPEL & CREMATORIUM, 410 E. Belvidere Rd., Grayslake, IL 60030. For information, call 847-223-8122 or visit www.strangfuneral.org.
Lois A. Peterson
Lois A. Peterson, a resident of Libertyville, passed away Sunday, October 27, 2013, at the age of 86. She was born September 16, 1927 in Fort Wayne, IN to Gale and Hazel Addington. Lois is survived by her children Ruth Peterson and Robert (Laura) Peterson, her granddaughter Rebecca (Ian) Hudak, her great-granddaughter Aurora, and she was a loving aunt to her nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband Robert Peterson, her infant daughter Patricia Ellen, and her sister Ellen Mooney. Friends of the family may visit Wednesday, October 30, 2013 from 4:00pm until 5:00 pm with a funeral service commencing at 5:00pm at STRANG FUNERAL CHAPEL & CREMATORIUM, 410 E. Belvidere Rd., Grayslake, IL 60030. Interment will be held privately at Highland Memorial Park Cemetery in Libertyville, IL. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Advocate Hospice 364 Surryse Rd. Ste 120 Lake Zurich, IL 60047. For information, call 847-223-8122 or visit www.strangfuneral.org.
Martin M. McGreal
Martin M. McGreal, a resident of Mundelein, passed away Saturday October 26, 2013, at the age of 59. He was born December 4, 1953 in Chicago, IL to James and Lillian McGreal. Martin is survived by his wife of 13 years, Anita, his father James J. McGreal Jr., his brothers James J. (Liz) McGreal III, and Patrick M. McGreal, his nephew Spencer, and his niece Anna. He was preceded in death by his mother Lillian. Friends of the family may visit Friday, November 1, 2013 from 3:00pm until 9:00 pm at STRANG FUNERAL CHAPEL & CREMATORIUM, 410 E. Belvidere Rd., Grayslake, IL 60030. A funeral mass is scheduled for Saturday November 2, 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 information, call 847-223-8122 or visit www.strangfuneral.org.
Margaret Jo Estrada
Margaret Jo Estrada, age 2, of Round Lake Heights, passed away Wednesday, October 23, 2013 in Park Ridge. Friends of the family may visit from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, October 26, 2013 at Jesus Name Apostolic Church, 208 Lake Street, Waukegan. Interment will follow at Avon Centre Cemetery in Grayslake. Memorial contributions may be made to the family. For information, call 847-223-8122 or visit www.strangfuneral.org.
Herman J. Brown
Herman J. Brown, a resident of Round Lake, passed away Saturday, October 19, 2013 at Advocate Condell Medical Center in Libertyville. Funeral services and interment will be held privately. 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.
Douglas Andre
Douglas Andre, a resident of Fox Lake, passed away October 18, 2013 at Northern Illinois Medical Center in McHenry, at the age of 70. He was born March 5, 1943 in Chicago, IL to Kenneth and Margaret Andre. Douglas was a dog lover, loved to work on his home, and doing home improvements. Douglas is survived by his wife of 48 years, Roberta, whom he wed at St. Anastasia Church in Waukegan, his children Michael of Libertyville, and Jenny (fiancé Brad) of Twin Lakes, his beloved dog Sammy, and his brothers Ken Andre of Michigan City, IN and William Andre of Clearwater, FL. He was precede in death by his parents. All funeral arrangements will be held privately and 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.
Anna Ellen Minkalis
Anna Ellen Minkalis, a resident of Grayslake, passed away Saturday October 19, 2013, at Manor Care in Libertyville, at the age of 97. She was born September 22, 1916 in Harrisburg, IL to John and Elizabeth (nee: Birstonas) Mitzia. Anna loved to fish, an avid Cubs fan, and was known as a great cook and baker of carrot cakes. Anna is survived by her children Patricia Minkalis of Grayslake and Carol (Dean) Shannon of Ojibwa, WI, her grandchildren Michael Shannon, Susan Kube, and Patrick (Jennifer) Shannon, and her great-grandchildren Erika and Trevor Shannon, Anna and Emma Kube, and Andrew, Mikia, Danika, Noah, Spencer, and Marissa Shannon. She was preceded in death by her husband Andrew, her brothers John and Albert, and her sisters Beatrice and Marcella. Friends of the family may visit Wednesday, October 23, 2013 from 3:00pm until 7:00 pm at STRANG FUNERAL CHAPEL & CREMATORIUM, 410 E. Belvidere Rd., Grayslake, IL 60030. A service will be held on Thursday October 24, 2013 at 10:00am at the funeral chapel. Interment will follow at Avon Centre Cemetery in Grayslake, IL. For information, call 847-223-8122 or visit www.strangfuneral.org.
William W. Waddick
William W. Waddick, a resident of Lake Villa, passed away Friday October 18, 2013, at the age of 59. He was born February 28, 1954 in Chicago, IL to James and Angeline Sarich. William worked for the Lake County Housing Authority and was a member of Lindenhurst Church of God. He like to travel and liked woodworking. William is survived by his children Michelle (Douglas) Brown and Bill Waddick, his grandchildren Nychelle, Naomi, and, Neva Brown, and many other relatives including his aunts, uncles, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents and his girlfriend Jane Moncrief. Friends of the family may visit Tuesday, October 22, 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. Memorial contributions may be made to Lindenhurst Church of God 2210 Sprucewood Lane Lindenhurst, IL 60046. For information, call 847-223-8122 or visit www.strangfuneral.org.
Barbara L. Nettnin
Barbara L. Nettnin, a resident of Wildwood, passed away Thursday October 17, 2013, at the age of 61. She was born September 27, 1952 in Chicago, IL to Edwin and Casimira Bronk. Barbara worked for the Woodland School for over 31 years. She loved spending time with her family and friends, especially on Sunday with her daughters and her grandsons. Barbara is survived by her husband of 40 years, Donald, her daughters Cindy Nettnin, April (Rick) Abel, and Sandra (Gerry Burchett) Nettnin, her grandchildren Sean and Christopher, and her brothers Edwin (Barbara) Bronk, Donald (Donna) Bronk, and Michael (Colleen) Bronk, and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, and her brothers Thomas, James, and Jerome. Friends of the family may visit Sunday, October 20, 2013 from 2:00pm until 6:00 pm at STRANG FUNERAL CHAPEL & CREMATORIUM, 410 E. Belvidere Rd., Grayslake, IL 60030. A funeral mass is scheduled for Monday, October 21 2013 at 10:00am at St. Gilbert Catholic Church 301 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030. Interment will follow at Warren Cemetery in Gurnee, IL. For information, call 847-223-8122 or visit www.strangfuneral.org.
Pamela J. Blair
Pamela J. Blair of Lake Villa passed away Monday, October 14, 2013. Friends of the family may visit from 2 p.m. until 4 p.m. Sunday, October 20, 2013 at STRANG FUNERAL CHAPEL & CREMATORIUM, 410 East Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030 with the funeral service commencing at 4:00 p.m. For more information, please call 847-223-8122 or log on to www.strangfuneral.org.
Glenda Green
Glenda Green, age 61, of Waukegan and formerly of Wildwood, passed away at home suddenly and unexpectedly on Oct. 11, 2013. She was born in Sheffield, AL on Sep. 10, 1952. Glenda was a caseworker with Warren Township for 14 years, and concurrently owned/operated White Lightning Cleaning in Gurnee for 13 years. She was the beloved daughter of Alvie L. and Lennie P. {nee Smith} Green; the loving mother of Tina (Tim) Turner and Tiffany (Eric) King; the doting grandmother of Matthew & Mason Turner and Kayleigh & Cameron King; the dear sister of Kathy (Julio) Polanco, Donna Roberts, and Tony (Sarah) Green; the adored aunt of 10 and great-aunt of 4; and fond cousin of many. Her daughter Ashley Sparks and her brother Michael Green preceded her in death. Friends of the family may visit at STRANG FUNERAL CHAPEL & CREMATORIUM, 410 E. Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030 on Tues. Oct. 15, 2013 from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. The funeral will commence at 10 a.m. on Wed. Oct. 16, 2013, also at the funeral chapel. Interment will follow at Highland Memorial Park in Libertyville. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Glenda’s name to the Warren Township Special Recreation Program, 100 S. Greenleaf, Gurnee, IL 60031 would be appreciated. For further information, please call (847) 223-8122 or visit www.strangfuneral.org.