Donna L. Freiburger, age 75, a resident of Gurnee, passed away on January 4, 2023 at Condell Hospital in Libertyville. She was born on August 5, 1947 in Hazel Green, Wis to Henry and Helen (nee Behm) Hall.

During her healthier years prior to her long physical decline, Donna was a committed adorer at the Marytown Chapel of Perpetual Adoration for several years. She was very devoted to the Divine Mercy Chaplet during the daily 3:00 hour of Divine Mercy (A.M. and P.M.)  She was called to Heaven at 3:25 A.M. As Donna would say “HIS timing is always perfect”.

Donna loved her family and friends.  She a very caring daughter to her mother and father and the first person called whenever prayers were needed. Donna had no siblings, but was like a beloved sister to her closest friends. She was a very special “Auntie Donna” to their children and dear godmother to her very devoted godchild, Sharon.

Donna was a perfectionist yet she enjoyed and appreciated the simple things in life.  She loved special gatherings with family and friends, baking Christmas cookies with cousins, and  English high tea.

Donna was preceded in death by her parents; and her husband, George.

A visitation will be held at Strang Funeral Chapel, 410 E Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030 on Saturday, January 14, 2023 from 10am until 11am.  A funeral Mass will be held at St. Gilbert Catholic Church, 301 E Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030 on Saturday, January 14, 2023 at 11:00am.  Interment will be held at Ascension Catholic Cemetery in Libertyville, IL.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Mary Town Chapel. For more information, please call (847) 223-8122 or visit www.StrangFuneral.org

Arthur A. Clark, age 92, of Bristol, Wisconsin, passed away on January 4, 2023 at his home surrounded by his loving wife and children. He was born on August 11, 1930 in Milburn, IL to Wayne R. and Ester J. (nee Ralph) Clark.  As a long time member of The Windy City Ramblers Camping Club where he and his wife Anne spent the years traveling the country. Most of all his pride and joy were his grandchildren Tim and Taylor.

Arthur is survived by his wife of 69 years, Anne Marie; his son, Michael (Debra) of Bristol, WI; and his grandson, Tim (Francesca) of Minneapolis MN.  He was preceded in death by granddaughter, Taylor; his 4 brothers; and his 3 sisters.

A private family service will be held at a later date.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Kenosha Hospice. 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. 

Wilma Ruth Steward, 97, a resident of Round Lake Beach, passed away on Tuesday, January 3, 2023.  She was born on July 18, 1925 in Toledo, Ohio to Curtis C. and Lillian J. Lavoy. 

She is survived by her children, Lilly Ann (Terrance) Yoder, Gloria Ruth(David) Anslow, Phyllis Eileen (Mark) Pattee; son-in-law, Bruce Callison; her 20 grandchildren; 12 great grandchildren; and 1 great great grandchild.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Kenneth N. Steward; and daughter, Kathleen Dawn Callison. 

A graveside service will take place at Highland Memorial Park, 33100 N Hunt Club Rd, Libertyville, Il 60048 on Monday, January 9, 2023 at 11:00 a.m.  For information, please call 847-223-8122 or visit www.strangfuneral.org.

Anthony “Tony” Frank Kirch, 82, a resident of Grayslake, IL, passed away December 18, 2022 at Advocate Condell Medical Center in Libertyville, IL.  He was born October 11, 1940 in Oak Park, IL to Anton and Emily Kirch.

Tony was a member of Farragut HS, American Sokol Organization, ETHS, Dancers, Gardeners of Central Lake County, and Carillon North.

Tony is survived by his wife, Janet Kirch, whom he wed on August 24, 1963 in Chicago, IL, his children Debra Kirch McIver and Eric Kirch, his grandchildren Riley Grace Kirch, Roscoe Anthony Kirch, and Ruby Mae Kirch, his nephew Scott Jirousek, and his niece Jenny Jirousek.  He was preceded in death by his parents and his sister Blanche.

A memorial visitation and service are scheduled for Saturday, July 22, 2023 from 10:30am until 2:30pm with the memorial service at 2:30pm at Strang Funeral Chapel, 410 E. Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030.   In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to any of the following charities or organizations; Liberty Prairie Foundation, 32400 Harris Road, Grayslake IL 60030; Green Youth Farm, https://www.lcfpd.org/preservation-foundation/green-youth-farm/; National Parks Foundation, https://give.nationalparks.org/site/Donation2?df_id=4924&4924.donation=form1&mfc_pref=T&s_src=NPF_Donor&s_subsrc=23D12WLB-D0L1X&utm_medium=lightbox&utm_campaign=fy23appeals&utm_source=lightbox&utm_content=link1&autologin=true; Animal Shelter of choice or Save a Pet IL. https://www.saveapetil.org/  or Our House of Hope https://www.ourhouseofhoperescue.com/; Lambs Farm, Libertyville, IL –  https://lambsfarm.org/support/make-a-donation/ .

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

Todd M. Tasker age 62, passed away Tuesday December 27,2022 in Pleasant Prairie, WI. He was born November 6, 1960 in Waukegan to Jerome and Carol Tasker.

Todd enjoyed being outdoors, spending time with family, and sharing music with anyone who would listen. He was a Bears, Bulls, Cubs, and Blackhawks fan. He was quick with a joke and loved working on his yard.

Todd is survived by his children Jake Tasker and Cassandra Tasker, and his siblings Tracy (David) Williams and Mike (Monica) Tasker. He was preceded in death by his parents.

A  visitation is scheduled for Monday, January 2, 2023 from 11:00am to 2:00pm at 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 A. Rutter, 78, passed away December 22, 2022.  She was born June 26, 1944 in Cicero, IL to Lorraine and LeRoy Wilke.

Carol loved spending time with her family, movies, TV, and horses.

Carol is survived by her children David Rutter, Eric (Dafna Brown) Rutter, and Deborah (Jimmy) DeJesus, her grandchildren Dakota Rutter, Samantha DeJesus, and Roxanne DeJesus, and her brother Craig (Conchita) Wilke.  She was preceded in death by her parents Lorraine and LeRoy and her former husband Darrell.

A memorial visitation and service are scheduled for Thursday, December 29, 2022 from 1:00pm until 4:00pm with the service commencing at 4:00pm at Strang Funeral Chapel, 410 E. Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital https://www.stjude.org/ or St. Joseph Indian School https://www.stjo.org/.  For more information, please call (847) 223-8122 or visit www.StrangFuneral.org. 

Dino M. Cesa, age 98, of Pleasant Prairie, WI and formally of Grayslake, IL, passed away Monday, December 19, 2022.  He was born on September 16, 1924 in the Bronx, NY to Louis and Catherine (nee Daba) Cesa. Dino served in the Army Air Corps during WWII and graduated from Rutgers University.  Dino worked for General Cable, Johnson & Johnson, Hess, and Volkswagen of America.  In his retirement, he worked part time for the Federal Reserve.   He enjoyed listening to music and dancing with his beloved wife, Winifred, reading mystery novels, golfing, traveling, sailing and bike riding.

Dino is surived by his children, Mark (Irene) Cesa, Mary (Daniel) Mordini, Catherine Cesa, Rev. Dean Cesa, Winifred Rogers and Amy (Gregory) Rogers; his grandchildren, David (Gretchan Frederick) Cesa, Anna Cesa, Laura (Brian DeVree) Cesa, Christopher (Natasha) Mordini, Celeste (fiancé, Brandon Kayser) Mordini, Mia and Thomas Rogers; two great-grandchildren, Sophia and Stella Mordin  He was preceded in death by his wife, Winifred; and his siblings, Lucian Cesa, Ada Lasso, and Elio Cesa.

A Funeral Mass is scheduled for Tuesday, December 27, 2022 at 11:00am at St. Gilbert Catholic Church, 301 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030. A visitation will be held on Tuesday at the church from 10:00am until the time of Mass. Interment will follow at Ascension Cemetery in Libertyville, IL.  In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital at 501 St. Jude Place Memphis, TN 38105.  For more information, please call (847)223-8122 or visit www.StrangFuneral.org.

Albert Gammel, 73, a resident of Grayslake, IL, passed away December 18, 2022 at Advocate Condell Medical Center in Libertyville,IL.  He was born May 17, 1949 in Germany to Peter and Hildegard Gammel

Albert was a veteran having served for the US Coast Guard.  He enjoyed his side business “Al Can Paint” and was known for being a good handyman.

Albert is survived by his wife of 51 years, Jackie Gammel, his children Chip “Albert” Gammel, Jeff (Jennifer) Gammel, and Elizabeth (Stuart) Kenderes, his grandchildren Joshua Gammel, Eddie Gammel, Autumn (Jake) Economos, Felicity Gammel, Ben Gammel. Maddy Gammel, Noah Gammel, Tyler Gammel, Julianna Gammel, Jackson Gammel, and Theresa Gammel, his great-grandson Lukas Economos, his brother Richard Gammel, and his beloved cat Mellie.  He was preceded in death by his parents, his sister Hilda Stromski, and his granddaughter Emily Gammel.

A visitation is scheduled for Tuesday, December 20, 2022 from 4:00pm until 8:00pm at Strang Funeral Chapel, 410 E. Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030. A funeral mass is scheduled for Wednesday, December 21,2022 at 10:00am at St. Peters Catholic Church 27551 Volo Village Rd. Volo, IL 60073.  For more information, please call (847) 223-8122 or visit www.StrangFuneral.org. 

Magdalena F. Duerig (nee Lachmann), 86, formerly of Skokie, Illinois passed away, December 9, 2022. Lena was born January 8, 1936 in Rothschoenberg, Germany to Frieda (nee Eulitzer) and Max Lachmann. She grew up helping her family tend to the church’s farm and garden. In 1959, she left Germany to come to the United States. On May 25, 1959, she married the love of her life, Ernest Duerig. The two raised their sons, Eric & Roy. Lena was an amazing home maker, cook and gardener. Her Skokie yard was a piece of paradise.

Magdalena is survived by her eldest son Eric, daughter-in-law Joan, grandchildren Jenna (Bruce) MacTaggart, Julia Duerig, Nataline & Nicholas Duerig, great grandson Leon Leer, her devoted niece Hannelore (Dieter) Seidels, her many wonderful brothers & sisters-in-law, and nieces & nephews. She is preceded in death by her husband of 62 years Ernie, her sister Elfrieda Ammerer, and her beloved son Roy.

Lena will be remembered for her sense of fairness, her heart for the underdog, her love of gardening, cooking and reading. Lena loved her computer and had an insatiable appetite for information and problem-solving. In lieu of flowers the family is asking that you donate to a charity of your choosing. For more information, please call (847)223-8122 or visit www.StrangFuneral.org.

Alan Scott Reasoner, 57, passed away peacefully December 15^th with his wife Angela and son Jackson by his side.  Alan is survived by his wife Angela, son Jackson, Daughters Madeline Reasoner and Lauren Shropshire (Greyson), granddaughters Beckham and Charley Shropshire, Sister Nancy Grant (Jim), Mother Barbara Reasoner, Mother-in-law Brenda Stried, Brother and sister-in-law Jason and Andrea Gillette, Nephews Miles and Aidan Grant, Cole, Eli and Leo Gillette, along with many friends and colleagues.  Preceded in death by Father Robert Reasoner and brothers Eric and Troy Reasoner.

A graduate of Indiana University with a double major in Economics and Business, his first job out of school was bank examiner for the FDIC in Statesboro, Georgia, the start of a long and illustrious career in the banking industry which included a short stint in Kiev, Russia, among other stops.  Most recently he served as President and CEO of First Bank and Trust Company of Illinois, where he worked since 2001.

Alan was an accomplished Cornet player and athlete in younger days, playing in numerous bands throughout the years and using his 6’6” frame to much acclaim on the basketball court.  A devoted White Sox fan, Alan enjoyed many games with his family and friends.

Proud and loving Dad to Maddie, Lauren and Jackson, their guiding light and teacher of many lessons, whether the easy or the hard.  Beloved husband of 18+ years to Angie, her rock through all the ups and downs of life, including a fight against breast cancer, and all the other laughs and tears that marriage brings.  Loving older brother, tormentor, and partner in crime to Eric, Troy, and Nancy.  Doting son of Barbara and Robert Reasoner, their first born and both the receiver of all the great blessings of that mantle, and well as bearer of all the burdens that come with the job.  A fierce friend and brilliant colleague, Alan will be sorely missed by all who had the pleasure to know and love him.

A celebration of life will take place with an open house at Jimmy;s Charhouse 1413 Peterson Road Libertyville, IL. 60048 on Friday December 30,2022 from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm. For more information, please call (847)223-8122 or visit www.StrangFuneral.org.

Dolores E. Brearley, 83, a resident of Antioch, IL, passed away December 10, 2022 at Advocate Condell Medical Center in Libertyville, IL.  She was born May 20, 1939 in Iuka, MS the youngest child of William and Elvatine Daily.

Dolores attended Chicago Public Schools and graduated from Tuley High School in 1957.  She worked in Harris Bank in Chicago for 16 years, and in other banks in Illinois.  She enjoyed Church and reading, traveling, and her pets.

Dolores is survived by her husband Rev. E. Russel Brearley, her nephew, two great nieces, and many cousins.  She was preceded in death by her parents, her son Andrew J. Brearley, her sister Edith Atkins, and her brother Troy Daily.

A visitation and funeral service are scheduled for Monday, December 19, 2022 at United Methodist Church of Antioch 848 Main St. Antioch, IL 60002 from 10:00am until 11:00am with the funeral service commencing at 11:00am.  Interment will follow at Avon Centre Cemetery in Grayslake, IL.

All funeral arrangements were privately held and 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. 

Lorraine A. Matelski, 101, a resident of Grayslake, IL, passed away December 12, 2022. She was born December 25,1920 in Chicago, IL to Bruno and Agnes Polak.

Lorraine is survived by her sons Michael (Gisela) Matelski and Thomas (Kathleen) Matelski, her grandchildren Derek (Sydney) Matelski, Ashley Matelski, Samantha Matelski, Zachary Matelski, Jesse Matelski, Alexander (Sally) Matelski, Grant Matelski, and Gabriel Matelski, and her great-grandchildren Jackson, Charlotte, and Lincoln Matelski.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Victor Matelski, her daughter Maribeth Zeller and son-in-law Mark Zeller, and her brothers Chester Polak, Gustav Polak, and Leonard Polak.

A visitation and funeral mass are scheduled for Monday, December 19, 2022 all at St. Gilbert Catholic Church 301 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030 from 10:00am until 11:00am with mass commencing at 11:00am. Interment will follow at Ascension Cemetery in Libertyville, IL. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to St. Gilbert Catholic Church in memory of Lorraine and Victor Matelski. 

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

Manuel Dy November 24, 1942 – December 5, 2022

Manuel Danoy Dy, affectionately called “Guani” by those who loved him, went home to be with the Lord on December 5, 2022, at 80 years of age in Buffalo Grove, Illinois, USA.  His quiet strength and intelligence is fondly remembered by many. 

Manuel was born to Presentacion Esteller Danoy Dy and Vicente Dy Chua Ling in Manticore, Misamis Oriental, Philippines, and was raised in Cagayan de Oro in Northern Mindanao, Philippines.  He was the sixth child of ten children, predeceased by Enrique Dy, Dr. Fernando Dy and Leandra Gayta.  He is survived by his siblings Fr. Roberto Dy, Julieta Sabanal, Luisa Yap, Leonora Almonia, Melchora Ebo, and Nicholas Dy. He is survived by his beloved wife, Victoria Sombong Dy, his daughter, Joan Dy, son-in-law Scott Cervantes, one grandson, Vincent Cervantes, and numerous nieces and nephews.

He spent much of his childhood helping his family at their store, and enjoyed boating at the river.  He loved woodworking and playing chess.  After receiving a bachelor’s degree of Chemical Engineering at Mapua Institute of Technology in Manila, he immigrated to the USA and worked at the engineering firm, Sargeant & Lundy, to design blueprints for nuclear power plants.  He met Victoria in Chicago, on a blind date to a disco, to which he wore a dark blue satin suit.  They were married on June 26, 1976. 

After their daughter Joan was born, they settled in the northwest suburbs of Chicago.  He loved taking cross-country road trips with his family, singing Frank Sinatra songs while driving to California in his red Buick Regal.  He was appreciative of literature and history documentaries, and loved watching the Chicago Bulls.

Manuel was a loving and devoted husband and did everything with Victoria by his side.  They were married for 46 years.  In 2011, he was overjoyed at his new role as doting grandfather.  

Manuel was a devout Catholic and served as the Vice President of the Legion of Mary, Our Lady of Counsel Praesidium, in Buffalo Grove, and was an active member and unit coordinator of the Fatima Prayer Community Group.  He enjoyed going to religious services and celebrations, and dancing at get-togethers.

Manuel was very laid-back, quiet and cool, with a mischievous smile.  He loved to laugh and tell stories.  His jokes were wry and his mind was sharp, until the very end, when he was diagnosed with dementia.  Most importantly, he always put his family first, as a loyal husband, dad and grandfather, and a kind and generous brother.

A Catholic funeral mass will be held on Saturday, December 17, at 9:30 a.m. CST at St. Joseph Parish, 114 N. Lincoln Avenue, Round Lake, IL 60073. A burial of his cremated remains is planned for Spring 2023 at Queen of Heaven Cemetery in Hillside, Illinois.

Cards and correspondence to the bereaved family can be sent by mail to PO BOX 7277, Alhambra, CA 91802. Thank you for remembering him. He will be missed.

All funeral arrangements were privately held and 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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Paul Daniel Gillig II, 64, of Chicago, IL, passed away December 4, 2022.  He was born July 30, 1958 in Park Ridge, IL to the late Paul Daniel Gillig I and Barbara Gillig.

He is survived by his children Lauren Gillig and Paul Gillig III, his grandchildren Aidan and Emily Gillig, his siblings Kathleen and Carl (Jill) Gillig, and his nieces and nephew Julissa, Cassandra, and Robert Gillig. 

All funeral arrangements were privately held and 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. 

Ruth E. Sowa, 74, a resident of Round Lake Park, IL, passed away November 30, 2022 at Journeycare Hospice in Barrington, IL.  She was born in Picayune, MS on March 9, 1948 to Eugene and Audrey Hartfied.

Ruth was a veteran having served with the US Air Force and had worked as a bus driver for special needs children.

Ruth is survived by her husband of 53 years, Jim Sowa, her sons Jimmy (Heidi) Sowa and Todd (Nancy Brasher) Sowa, her grandchildren Katerina, Alex, Daniel, and Austin, her 3 great-grandchildren, and her brothers Roy, Charlie, and John.  She was preceded in death by her parents.

A visitation and funeral service are scheduled for December 9, 2022 from 11:00am until 12:00pm with the funeral service commencing at 12:00pm at Strang Funeral Chapel, 410 E. Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030.  Interment will be held privately.  For more information, please call (847) 223-8122 or visit www.StrangFuneral.org.