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operated since 1898

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Linda L. Proeber

Linda Lee Proeber, age 63, a resident of Grayslake passed away on Monday, April 24, 2023.  She was born on November 17, 1959 in Round Lake to Donald E. and Marilyn (nee McRoy) Obenauf.  Linda was an aerobics instructor for many years and a Chicago Cubs fan.  She was a loving wife and mother and she especially loved being a grandma. 

Linda is survived by her husband, Jeff of 41 years; her children, Amanda (Ryan) Miller of Machesney Park, Gage Proeber of Lisle and Erin (Brian) Malo of Crystal Lake; her grandchildren, Ryan Miller, Jr., and Ethan Malo; and her siblings, Donald (Natasha) Obenauf of Roscoe, Diane (Greg) Wendt of Ingleside, and Donna (Barry) Stow of Farmington, NM.  She was preceded in death by her parents. 

A Memorial Service will be held at a later date.  All arrangements were handled by Strang Funeral Chapel, 410 E. Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030.  For more information, please call (847) 223-8122 or visit www.StrangFuneral.org. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Animal House Shelter. https://www.animalhouseshelter.com/donate/  

Kimberly L. Donehey

Kimberly L. (nee: Behenna) Donehey, 51, a resident of Franklin Park, IL, passed away April 23, 2023 at her home surrounded by her family.  She was born April 24, 1971 in Chicago to John and Karen (nee: Fritz) Behenna.

Kimberly is survived by her boyfriend of 4 years, Daniel Garcia, her children Christina and Justin, her grandchildren Wyatt, Ryder, Kayden and Kiara, and her siblings Scott (Carole) Behenna, Cindy Behenna, and Missie (Joe) Dematteis.  She was preceded in death by her parents and her brother Mark.

A visitation and funeral service will be held at Strang Funeral Chapel, 410 E. Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030 on Friday, April 28, 2023 from 4:00pm until 8:00pm with the funeral service commencing at 8:00pm. Interment will be held privately.  For more information, please call (847)223-8122 or visit www.StrangFuneral.org

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Sheila M. Finley

Finley, Sheila M. age 91, passed away on April 22, 2023 surrounded by the love of her family.  Sheila was raised in the St. Sabina parish in Chicago by her parents James and Mae Hogan, immigrants from County Clare, Ireland. A resident of Grayslake, IL for over 40 years, Sheila spent her final years living close to her children in Chicago. Sheila proudly worked for 6 years as a flight attendant for American Airlines. Associate member of ACT region 12 and the Chicago Kiwi Club and former 10 volunteer at Condell Hospital.  Member of the class of 1945 St. Sabina grade school and Visitation High School, 1949. 

Sheila was the beloved wife of the late John Finley, devoted mother of Michael Finley (Karrie), Mary Pat Finley, Christopher Finley (Aya), Sharon Finley (Dave), devoted grandmother of Mia, Emmie, Kathlyn, Annabel, Gwen, and the late Dylan, dear sister of Patricia Flynn (the late James), Michael Hogan (the late Madonna), and the late James Hogan. 

Friends and family may visit on Saturday April 29th, 2023, at Strang Funeral Chapel, 410 East Belvidere Rd., Grayslake, IL from 10:00-12:00 pm. Chapel service at 12:00 pm.       

Interment will be held immediately after at St. Mary of the Annunciation in Mundelein, IL.

In lieu of flowers, we ask that you donate to Catholic Charities https://www.catholiccharities.net/donate

Masses are appreciated

For more information, please call (847)223-8122 or visit www.StrangFuneral.org.

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Frances C. “Dee” Schuster

Frances C. “Dee” Schuster, age 93, a resident of Vernon Hills, passed away on April 20, 2023 at her home.  She was born October 3, 1929 in Chicago to Anthony and Frances Gullo. Dee’s true love was art.  She painted in many different mediums; oils, watercolor, acrylics, chalk, and pencil over her lifetime.  She was in many different art fairs including the Gold Coast in downtown Chicago and many years in Des Plaines.  She won numerous awards throughout her career. She was a member of St. Ferdinand Catholic Church and the Des Plaines Art Guild. Dee worked as an administrative assistant and did not retire until she was 76.  She had many friends and will be missed by all.  She truly enjoyed family get togethers especially since her grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren came along. She loved her dog, Nikki, until her passing.

Frances is survived by her daughter, Debra Lynn; her daughter-in-law, Karen; her grandchildren, Jon II (Ellie), Christopher, Kristen, Jodie, and Kimberly; 8 great-grandchildren; her siblings, Santa Rae Maher and Vincent (Nancee) Gullo.  She is preceded in death by her husband, Joseph; her son, Anthony; her son-in-law, Jon; and her parents.

A funeral service will be held at St. Gilbert Catholic Church, 301 E. Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030 on Thursday, April 27, 2023 at 11:00am.  A visitation will be held at Strang Funeral Chapel, 410 E Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030 on Wednesday, April 26, 2023 from 4:00pm until 8:00pm.  Interment will be held at All Saints Cemetery in Des Plaines.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the ASPCA (www.ASPCA.com) or Disabled Veterans (www.DAV.org).  For more information, please call (847)223-8122 or visit www.StrangFuneral.org

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Larry A. Hacker

Larry A. Hacker 83, of Grayslake, IL, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on April 9, 2023. Larry was born in Chicago IL on February 16, 1940 to Carl and Oma Hacker. He grew up in Des Plaines, IL, but spent a few years living on his Uncle John and Aunt Grace’s farm in Daggett, MI. Larry always loved talking about his years growing up on the farm. At 18, he enlisted with the Marines, Rank LCpl (E-3) from 1958–1961 and was an active member of the Reserves until 1964.  He met his future wife, Barbara Gunther, in 1961 and they were married on November 2, 1963 in Mt Prospect, IL. After living in Buffalo Grove IL for a few years, they eventually settled in Grayslake, IL, and that has been home for them for the last 50 years. Larry was a Computer Programmer who loved his family, had a great sense of humor and was always ready to tell you a joke. He enjoyed watching TV sitcoms and movies, reading a good book or doing crossword puzzles. He also enjoyed playing cards, Cribbage, Scrabble or a game of pool.

 He is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Barbara, children Dan (Jennie) Hacker, Laura Bonadona, and 4 grandchildren- Jon (Sam) Bonadona, Nick Bonadona (Megan May), Melissa Hacker and Allison Hacker. Larry’s brothers and sisters include Barbara (Ken) Danielczyk, Marge Weigand, Dale (Pam) Weigand, Sue (Jack) Pruden and brother in- law Charlie Harrison and many nieces and nephews. Larry was preceded in death by his parents, Carl (Dorothy) Hacker and Oma (James) Turnbull, 2 brothers- Mike Hacker and William Weigand and his sister Ginny Harrison.

A memorial service of Larry’s life is planned for Saturday, July 29, 2023 at Strang Funeral Chapel, 410 East Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL Visitation 11:00 – 1:00pm, Prayer/Memorial Service from 1:00 – 1:20pm. The family would like to thank all their family and friends, as well as the staff at Lake Forest Hospital and Integrated Hospice Care in Libertyville for their dedication and compassion in supporting Larry and his family on his final journey. People wishing to honor Larry are asked to pick a night, grab some popcorn, and watch Blazing Saddles, his favorite movie. For more information, please call (847)223-8122 or visit www.StrangFuneral.org.

Kevin J. Hall

Kevin John Hall, 69, passed away April 16, 2023 at his home in Round Lake, IL.  He was born March 14, 1954 in Chicago, IL to Dolores and John W. Hall. Kevin spent his early years in Park Ridge, IL where he graduated from Maine South High School in 1972, the same year he became Illinois State Juvenile Hockey Champion.  He then graduated from Southern Illinois University with a certification in water treatment.  After numerous trips out west, Kevin, developed a love for skiing that led him to moving to Lake Tahoe in the 1980’s.  He worked as an operating engineer in Local 3. While residing in Truckee, CA, he proudly displayed his love for the Chicago Bears, Cubs, and Blackhawks. Kevin recently returned to Illinois and purchased a condo in an over 55 community in Round Lake.  Kevin lived and coped with mental illness most of his life, in the end the distress became unbearable. Our family’s loss is immeasurable, but Kevin’s spirit will stay with us forever.

Kevin is survived by his sister Maridell (Brian) Markison, his brother Jeff Hall, his cousin Mari Hall Machado and Fred (Linda) Mindham, his nieces and nephews Ben Markison, Emily (Steve) Blonsky, Jennie Rizza, John (Jessica) Rizza, Matt (Erin) Hall, and Megan (T.J.) Liebertrau, his great-nieces and great-nephews Aiden, Beau, Coralyn, Chloee, Eden, Evelyn, Grace, Jack, Joseph, Kenzie, and Vivi, and countless friends.  He was preceded in death by his parents.

A funeral service and visitation will be held at Strang Funeral Chapel, 410 E. Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030 on Thursday, April 27, 2023 at 3:00pm until 7:00pm with the funeral service commencing at 7:00pm.  In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to NAMI www.namichicago.org.  For more information, please call (847)223-8122 or visit www.StrangFuneral.org

Patricia L. Chott

Patricia Lea Chott, 92, a resident of Decatur, Illinois, and formerly of Wildwood, Illinois, passed away April 15, 2023, at her home with her children by her side. She was born March 4, 1931, in Chicago, Illinois to Francis and Helen Gary.

Pat began teaching at St. Gilbert Catholic School in 1963 and stayed for thirty years. “If you love teaching and you love children, it is very hard to leave.” And Pat loved her St. Gilbert parish and school family.

Her heart was always open to family, friends, and everyone she met. She lived life with optimism and kindness. Her friendships were forever from grade school, high school, and college to her Decatur special friends and all the loving friends who surrounded her for 92 years. As a Mom, Grandma and Great Grandma, she was the best – – her love enveloped us all.

Her “gift of gab” let her never know a stranger or invite them in for a cup of tea and a bit of Irish advice. Her love of travel, let her to say, “My traveling shoes are always ready!” Special thanks to her traveling family, Timi Kaufman and her team.

Special thanks to St. Mary’s Cancer Care of Decatur Illinois.

Patricia is survived by her children Janet (Edward) Chott-Beasley, Lynda Chott, and Tim (Cecelia) Chott, her grandchildren Nicholas Chott, Nathan (Brooke) Chott, and Neil Chott, her great-grandson Jet Morris Chott, and her brother Bernard Gary. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband William Chott, and her brother Gerald Gary.

A visitation and funeral service will be held at Strang Funeral Chapel, 410 E. Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030 on Thursday, April 20, 2023, from 10:00 AM until 11:00 AM with the funeral service commencing at 11:00 AM. Interment will follow the services at Highland Memorial Park in Libertyville, Illinois. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Gilbert’s School 310 E. Belvidere Road, Grayslake, Illinois. For more information, please call (847)223-8122 or visit www.StrangFuneral.org.

Andrew L. Carraro

Andrew L. Carraro, age 69, a resident of Round Lake, passed away on April 14, 2023 at Rush Hospital in Chicago.  He was born on March 19, 1954 in Oak Park to William and Eleanor (nee Albiani) Carraro.

He is survived by his wife, Donna, of 49 years; his children, Kim (David) Nagle of Manhattan, Tony (Melanie) of Lake Villa, and April (Chris) Davis of Fox Lake; his grandchildren, Ella, Aurelia, Gus, Gunnar, Christopher, and Jessica; his great grandchild, Parker; his siblings, Larry (Barb) Carraro of Westmont and Michelle Bednarz of Countryside.  He was preceded in death by his parents; his grandson, Jonathan; and brother-in-law, Bob Bednarz.

A funeral service will be held at Strang Funeral Chapel, 410 E Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030 on Saturday, April 22, 2023 at 4:00pm.  A visitation will be held at the funeral home on Saturday from 12:00pm until the time of service.  Interment will be held privately.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Gift of Hope. For more information, please call (847)223-8122 or visit www.StrangFuneral.org

Shirley J. House

Shirley J. House, 85, a resident of Grayslake, IL, passed away in the early morning hours of Good Friday, April 7, 2023, at her home.  She was born October 4, 1937 in Dayton, OH to Charles A. and Ruth Iris Miles Helman.  She attended John H. Patterson Cooperative High School.

Shirley will be remembered for her kindness to others and her love of music, gardening, cooking and sewing.  She played the accordion for receptions with her friends in Dayton. She will be dearly missed by all who knew her.  She volunteered with various charities throughout her lifetime.

She is preceded in death by her high school sweetheart, the love of her life, her husband of 59 years, Paul E. House. They enjoyed camping and traveling along the east coast and Gulf Shores, Al..  Being a military wife, they were stationed throughout the U.S., later moving to Dover, Arkansas for Paul’s job at Entergy.  

Shirley is survived by her daughters Tonda (Philip) Brzostowski of Grayslake and Terri Stockmeyer, of Arkansas, her granddaughters she dearly cherished, Kara Brzostowski of Grayslake and Kalina Brzostowski of San Francisco Bay Area.  She is survived by many nieces and nephews.  During the past five years, special gratitude to her nephews, Edward (Ellen) Miller of Texas and Dan (Chris) Miller of Ohio for their care and concern with Shirley’s Dementia.  She was preceded in death by her parents and her siblings Barbara, Rita, and David.

All funeral services were privately held and entrusted to Strang Funeral Chapel, 410 E. Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association. For more information, please call (847)223-8122 or visit www.StrangFuneral.org

Dennis E. Shireman

Dennis Eaton Shireman was an amazing son, grandson, brother, nephew, cousin and friend, and it is with profound sadness that the family announces he passed away suddenly on April 4, 2023, at the age of 15.

Dennis was born October 2, 2007 in Lake County Illinois to Herschell and Denise (Eaton) Shireman.  Dennis is survived by his parents, sisters, Nadiah and Nevaeh, brother, Herschell Jr., grandmothers Theresa Shireman and Julianne Eaton, and a large extended family of aunts, uncles and cousins who love him more than words can begin to express.

Dennis was a student in the Big Hollow Elementary and Grant Community High School districts.

In his short life, Dennis’ personality shined with an intense light!  Anyone who had the honor of being close to him, appreciated his uniqueness, he just had a way about him that infused into your heart.  He was an active young man with an amazing imagination that spilled into his varied interests and hobbies.  He loved music, video games and movies like any boy his age, but he also had a depth and breadth to his soul that was far less common.  He loved his hat and boot collections, old school country music, whittling, and of course spending time with his huge family.  

Dennis loved when family gathered, usually around food and beverages, sometimes playing Piute, a Portuguese poker card game, sometime sitting on the pontoon boat catching sun and waves.  Dennis was quick to jump in and help with chores, do crafts, cook, play games with young and old alike.  Dennis was always in the thick of it.

Dennis was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather and namesake, Papa Dennis (Eaton), and his paternal great aunt, Irene Kreiling.

Memorial visitation will be held from 3:00pm until 7:00pm Wednesday, April 12,2023 at the Strang Funeral Chapel, 410 E Belvidere Rd, Grayslake, IL 60030. The funeral service will be held privately. Interment will be held at Avon Cemetery, 21300 W Shorewood Rd, Grayslake, IL 60030.

Dennis, “D”, “Heavy D” we will always treasure the time we had with you. 

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Joshua Ciesielski

Joshua Ciesielski, 38, a resident of Park City, IL, passed away March 27, 2023 in North Chicago, IL. He was born May 2, 1984.

A visitation and funeral service are scheduled for Tuesday, April 11, 2023 from 3:00pm until 7:00pm with a funeral service commencing at 6:30pm at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030. For more information log onto www.strangfuneral.org or contact (847)223-8122.

Roselyn D. Smith

Roselyn D. Smith, 80, a resident of Grayslake, IL, passed away March 29, 2023 at her home.  She was born April 1, 1942 in Chicago, IL.

Roselyn was a beautician from the age of 20.  She loved to travel the world and was a proficient painter and wood carver.  She loved to play tennis and golf.  She cherished her time with family and friends.

Roselyn is survived by her husband of 60 years, Bradley Smith, whom she wed on April 28, 1962 in Elk Grove, IL, her sons Craig Smith of Lindenhurst and Scott (Kim) Smith of Libertyville, and her granddaughters Natalie Smith and Nicole Smith both of Libertyville.  She was preceded in death by her parents and her brother John Spada.

A memorial visitation and service will be held at Strang Funeral Chapel, 410 E. Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030 on Monday April 10, 2023 from 4pm until 7pm with the service commencing at 7pm.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital. For more information, please call (847)223-8122 or visit www.StrangFuneral.org

Floyd P. Rapanan

Floyd Pobre Rapanan, 52, a resident of Gurnee, IL, passed away March 26, 2023 at Crozer Chester Medical Center in Upland, PA.  He was born November 15, 1970 in Portsmouth, VA to Frank and Mercedes (nee: Pobre) Rapanan.

Floyd had worked for Discover for over 20 years.  He was a loving husband, proud father, and beloved son.  He loved watching his boys grow to be successful young men.  He was an alumni and fan of Michigan State University and the White Sox.  Floyd enjoyed traveling with family, playing Pickleball with his friends, and loved laughing and joking with his family and friends. 

Floyd is survived by his wife of 26 years, Julie Rapanan, whom he wed on September 14, 1996 in Glenview, IL,  his parents Frank and Mercedes Rapanan, and his sons Eric Rapanan of Dallas, TX and Brian Rapanan of Gurnee.

A visitation and funeral mass will be held at St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church, 6401 Gages Lake Road, Gurnee, IL on Wednesday, April 5, 2023 at 11:30am until 12:30pm with the funeral mass commencing at 12:30pm.  Interment will follow the service at Ascension Catholic Cemetery in Libertyville, IL.  In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to American Heart Association.  All funeral arrangements were entrusted to Strang Funeral Chapel, 410 E. Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030.  For more information, please call (847)223-8122 or visit www.StrangFuneral.org.   

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Carol Sue Kuffel

With great sorrow we announce the passing of our kind, strong and caring mother, Carol Sue Kuffel. Carol passed away peacefully at the age of 81, on Wednesday, March 29th, 2023 in her Gurnee, Illinois home. She was surrounded by loving family.
Carol was born on January 24, 1942 in Chicago, Illinois. Throughout her life, Carol is remembered for her kindness and willingness to help and give to others. She was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, wife, sister, aunt, cousin, and friend. She enjoyed spending as much time as she could, with the people she loved. Carol would give anyone anything they wanted. If you liked a picture on her wall, she would tell you to take it! If you told her that her dinner looked delicious, she would ask you if you wanted it. Her heart was full of love and she spread her love where ever she went.
She was very proud of all her collections. Precious Moments, Disney Beanie Babies, regular Beanie Babies, McDonald’s Happy Meal toys and American Girl Dolls, just to name a few. She kept everything and never threw anything away. Her or someone else would surely need something down the road, and she would have it for them!
Carol had many different activities she enjoyed during her life. Her and her husband Mike enjoyed boating, camping, traveling to various campgrounds around the Midwest, and visiting her sister in North Carolina every summer. They loved square dancing, playing cards with friends, bowling and the swimming pool. Carol loved to go to garage sales, go bumming around town, playing bingo, scrapbooking, going to craft shows, and the very most, shopping! She would shop all day if she could!
Her daughters and husband were her everything and her grandchildren were her everything else! So much time was spent together making wonderful memories. Wisconsin Dells trips, San Diego trips, Disney Trips, road trips, backyard bar-b-ques, and swimming in their pool and hot tub. Her and her brothers and sisters would also love getting together to have a good laugh. They were always having fun, playing jokes on each other, and doing crazy things! Her time recently was spent visiting with her children and grandchildren. All animals had her heart, and she loved her fur babies very much!
Carol lived a very full and wonderful life, and will be missed dearly.
She is survived by her three daughters, Debbie Davis, Donna Heraty (Craig), Sheri Teodoro (Dan), her six grandchildren, Rebe Arrieta (Miguel), who are expecting their second child, Brandy Heraty, Brooke Heraty, Craig Heraty Jr (Cj), Carson Teodoro, Elliana Teodoro, and her great-grandson, Julian Arrieta. She is also survived by her sisters and brothers, Elsie Lund, Edward Lund, Michael Espinosa (Cindy) and Juanita Espinosa, along with her many nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her husband, Michael Kuffel, mother, Helen Bubolz, and sister, Dorothy Jean Rausch (Charles).

A memorial visitation and service are scheduled for Friday, April 7, 2023 from 2:00pm until 4:30pm with the memorial service commencing at 4:30pm at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030. Interment will be held privately. For more information log onto www.strangfuneral.org or contact (847)223-8122.

Jonna M. Art

Jonna M. Art, age 78, a resident of Grayslake, passed away on February 24, 2023 at her home.  She was born on April 27, 1944 in Chicago to John and Clara Melone. 

Jonna is survived by her sons, Brian (Dawn) and Kevin (Elaine); her grandchildren, Makayla, Brien, Kalie, Delaney, Alex, Rylan, and Griffin; her step grandchildren, Ashley and Jessica Garza; and her step great grandchildren, Braxton and Brielle.  She was preceded in death her husband, Charles Art and her parents. 

A memorial visitation will be held on Saturday, April 15, 2023 at the funeral chapel from 12pm until 3pm at Strang Funeral Chapel, 410 E. Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030 on Saturday, April 15, 2023. The memorial service will held at the funeral chapel at 3pm, following the visitation.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Parkinson’s Association https://www.apdaparkinson.org/. For more information, please call (847)223-8122 or visit www.StrangFuneral.org

Jonny F. Volpendesta

Jonny Fred Volpendesta of Pleasant Prairie WI passed away peacefully on Sunday March 26, 2023.  Born in Highwood on 10/27/48 to John and Tina, he lived most his life in Highwood, IL working for various construction contractors and later retiring from his local school district.  Surviving him is his beloved wife of 54 years Sherry (Kellner) Volpendesta, his son Jon (Nancy) Volpendesta, his daughter Melanie (Eric) Guenther.  Grandfather to Kaitlin (Alex) Bader, Daniel Volpendesta, Emma, Taylor and Peyton Guenther.  Great- Grandfather to Mia Bader.

A brief visitation in Jonny’s memory will take place Thursday April 6 , 2023 from 5-7pm with a short service to follow at 7:00pm at Strang Funeral Chapel and Crematorium 410 E. Belvidere Rd Grayslake Il. For more information log onto www.strangfuneral.org or contact (847)223-8122

Martha R. Bucher

Martha R. Bucher (nee: Weddendorf), 81, of Grayslake, Illinois, peacefully passed away on March 28, 2023 surrounded by loved ones.  Martha was born on September 28, 1941 to Martha and Harry Weddendorf.  Martha was an accomplished musician, fabric artist, knitter, and lover of animals.

She was the beloved wife of John A. Bucher; devoted mother of Rebecca (Steve) Orenczuk and Rachelle Grimes; devoted stepmother of Elizabeth (Todd) McDonald, and Allison (Charles) Stempien; loving grandmother of Alicia (Chris) Southers, Katherine (Shah) Mateen, Nicholas Orenczuk, Cassandra Grimes, Alexander Orenczuk, Matthew McDonald, Caroline McDonald, Charles Stempien III, and Christopher Stempien; and proud great-grandmother of Sofia Southers, Mason Mateen, Alaina Southers, and Logan Mateen.  In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Grand Animal Clinic https://www.grandanimal.com/.

All arrangements were entrusted to Strang Funeral Chapel, 410 E. Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030.  For more information, please call (847) 223-8122 or visit www.StrangFuneral.org

Jorge Melquides Gutierrez

Jorge Melquides Gutierrez, 61, a resident of Round Lake, IL, passed away March 27, 2023 at his home.  He was born September 5, 1961 in Laz Azucenas, Zacateras to Reyes and Adelina Gutierrez.

Jorge was a bus driver for many years and loved to garden, cook, and listen to music.  his favorite movie was Top Gun.

Jorge is survived by his wife of 38 years Bessie Gutierrez, his son Daniel C. Gutierrez, his daughter Natalie (Edgar) Fernandez, his mother Adelina Gutierrez, and his siblings Elpidio Gutierrez, Eva Gutierrez, Rigoberto Gutierrez, Andres Gutierrez, Reginaldo Gutierrez, Rebeca Gutierrez, Gilberto Gutierrez, Fidel  Gutierrez, and Juan Gutierrez

A visitation will be held at Strang Funeral Chapel, 410 E Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030 on Saturday, April 1, 2023 from 4:00pm to 8:00 pm. A funeral service will  held on Sunday April 2, 2023 at 2:00 pm at Casa de Oracion 929 West Hart Road Round Lake, IL. 60073 All arrangements were entrusted to Strang Funeral Chapel, 410 E. Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030.  For more information, please call (847) 223-8122 or visit www.StrangFuneral.org

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Glen George-Baskin

Glen Robert George-Baskin, 70, a resident of Ingleside, IL, passed away March 23, 2023 at his home.  He was born August 10, 1952 in Washington D.C. to A. David and Rosalind E. Baskin.

Glen is survived by his daughter Leah (Jason) of Wauconda, IL, his grandchildren Harris and Ambrose and his brother Carl Baskin of New Lenox, IL.  He was preceded in death by his parents and his wife Lorrie George-Baskin. 

A memorial service will be held at a later date.  All arrangements were entrusted to Strang Funeral Chapel, 410 E. Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030.  For more information, please call (847) 223-8122 or visit www.StrangFuneral.org

Betterose Widran

Betterose Widran, 94, loving wife of 64 years to the late Sam Widran, much loved daughter to the late Eugene and Lillian Hayden; loving mother of Bonnie (Tom) Wise and Janice Widran (Terry Clutter), devoted aunt to many.

Betterose was a long-time resident of Glencoe and a successful real estate agent on the North Shore. She enjoyed many life-long friendships and quickly established new ones when she and Sam moved to Lake Forest Place. She had an avid interest in the arts which she expressed through her paintings. Betterose will be remembered for her amazing resilience and how she always met challenges with a smile.

The family will be celebrating her life with a private memorial on ZOOM 

In lieu of flowers, please consider making donations in Betterose’s memory to:

Conquer Myasthenia Gravis   www.conquermyastheniagravis.org , Nature Conservancy     www.nature.org , Kevala Retreat www.kevalaretreat.org

All funeral arrangements were entrusted to Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030. For more information log onto www.strangfuneral.org or call (847)223-8122.