Joseph V. Battisto, Jr., age 63, a resident of Lake in the Hills, passed away on August 16, 2022. He was born on October 16, 1958 in Chicago to Joseph V. Battisto, Sr. and Barbara A. (nee Novotny) Battisto. 

Joseph is survived by his parents; his sisters, Laurie (John) Kramer and Julie (John) Schmidt; his niece, Shannon Kramer; his nephews, Justin Kramer and Frank Schmidt; and many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

All funeral arrangements were held by 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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Pamela Mae DeVore, age 69, a resident of Mesa, AZ, passed away on August 11, 2022 at Mountain Vista Medical Center in Mesa, AZ.  She was born on July 2, 1953 in Tacoma, WA to Robert and Shirley Weidner.  Pam was a dedicated VA Nurse at the  North Chicago VA for 37 years until her retirement in 2017, when she moved to Mesa and volunteered in her community and the local hospital. Pam also was on the Security committee at Fountain of the Sun. She was a beloved Niece, Aunt and Friend to many.

Pam is survived by her son, Robert (Jennifer nee Sears) DeVore of Wadsworth, IL; her trusted and beloved dog, Sula DeVore of Mesa, AZ; and her brothers, Gerald (Julie nee Kokum) Weidner of Gurnee, IL and Daniel (Carolyn Nobbe) Weidner of Eagle River, WI.  She was preceded in death by her parents. 

A funeral Mass will be held at St. Patrick Catholic Church, 15000 W. Wadsworth Road, Wadsworth, IL on Saturday, August 27, 2022 at 10:30am.  A memorial visitation will be held at the church on Saturday from 9:30am until the time of Mass. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to her favorite charity, St. Jude’s Children Hospital. 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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Nicholas F. Formica, 88, a resident of Grayslake, IL, passed away August 14, 2022 at Advocate Condell Medical Center in Libertyville, IL. He was born April 2, 1934 in West Chester, PA to Nicola and Angelina Formica.

Nick’s journey started out as a loving son and brother in Downingtown, PA. It was here where he met the love of his life, Doris. As grade-school sweethearts, they married at age 20 and had an everlasting love that many people yearn to possess. Nick began his career as a machinist and went on to design and build machines, taking him from Pennsylvania, Kansas, and Ohio to Grayslake, IL, finishing his career as a Senior Principal Engineer at Baxter—all with his family by his side. 

His greatest joys in life were being a devoted husband, father, and grandfather, as family was everything to Nick and Doris. Nick was the most kindhearted and generous person who would do anything for anyone. He was smart, creative, and talented; he would fix, invent, and build anything to help make things better for those around him. 

Nick loved spending his days on his porch listening to the police scanner and watching the cars go by. He also enjoyed watching Seinfeld, the Phillies, and listening to Bobby Bare. Nick was the most fun-loving grandfather to his 16 grandchildren, always singing the silliest songs, attending their school/sporting events, playing on the porch, and doing everything with a smile on his face and love in his heart. 

Nick is survived by his children Nick Formica Jr., Mike (Priscilla) Formica, Beth Formica, Greg (Karyn) Formica, Amy Castino, Matt (Jessie) Formica, his grandchildren David, Stephanie, Lauren, Nick, Ben, Jenn, Andrew, Heather, Greggy, Vance, Nicole, Tommy, Alexa, Maddie, Ryan, and Kate, his great-grandchildren Kaiden, McKenzie, Michael, and Rylee, his sister Rose Castaldi and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife Doris Formica, his son Dave Formica, and his brother Anthony Formica.

A visitation is scheduled for Sunday, August 21, 2022 from 3:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030. A funeral mass is scheduled for Monday, August 22, 2022 at 10:00 AM at St. Gilbert Catholic Church 301 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030, Interment will follow at Ascension Cemetery in Libertyville, IL. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Gilbert Catholic Church. For more information, please call (847)223-8122 or visit www.StrangFuneral.org. 

Tajinder Singh Kalsi, 77, resident of Grayslake IL, passed away August 12, 2022 at Advocate Condell in Libertyville IL.  He was born January 20, 1945 in India.

An unshakeable optimist, Taj always maintained a positive outlook on life and found joy in each and every day.  A devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, Taj loved life and was admired for his outgoing and convivial nature.   

Taj was born in India to loving parents and grew to be a good-natured, precocious, and mischievous boy.  He enjoyed a deep bond with his four siblings that remained strong throughout his life.  Driven by an adventurous spirit, Taj immigrated to the United Kingdom and then to the U.S. in his early adulthood.  His journey required hard work, courage, and determination, yet he was always quick to laugh off adversity and never took life too seriously.  

Taj attended DAV college in India and Nottingham College and Cardiff University in the UK.  In the U.S., Taj studied at the University of Alabama, where he developed a love of American football, and at Eastern Michigan University, where he earned his MBA and met his wife of 42 years, Sabrina.  

A perpetual student, Taj remained ever-curious about a multitude of subjects and always looked to the future with hope and excitement.  Throughout his life, Taj kept apprised of every new trend and technology with great enthusiasm and never stopped wanting to learn.

After a successful career in pharmaceutical sales, Taj eschewed retirement and instead became a business owner, managing several properties and operating MRI centers.  Taj was always excited for what was next and was never content to slow down.  

Taj took joy in many things in life.  A man of impeccable style, he loved parties and entertaining and being surrounded by loved ones.  He was known for his elaborate annual Diwali party and delighted in song and dance.  An affable and easy-going man, he always wore a smile and drew people to him.  In addition to his gregarious side, he had a rich inner life, writing poetry and maintaining a daily meditation practice for many years.

Taj was well-loved by the many lives he touched.  He loved his family deeply and nurtured his friendships for life.

Taj is survived by his wife of 42 years, Sabrina, whom he married on February 14, 1981, in Ann Arbor, MI, his children Angela, Chicago, Harnish (Laleh), Australia, Inderjit (Ishwinder), UK,

his grandchildren, Tania, Australia, Leo, Australia, Kiranjot, UK, Agamjot, UK, and his siblings, Kanwaljit (Ranjit), UK, Nirmaljit (Kulwant) India, Paramjit (Parminder), UK, and Jaswinder (Abtar), UK.

He was preceded in death by his parents Mohindera and Balbir.

A visitation and cremation service will be held on Sunday August 21st 11am-3pm at Strang Funeral Chapel, 410 E Belvidere Road, Grayslake IL 60030.

A memorial service will continue on Sunday August 21st 4pm at Sikh Religious Society – Palatine Gurdwara, 1280 Winnetka St., Palatine IL 60067

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to American Stroke Assocation https://www.stroke.org/?form=FUNCNKRYYTR.

Please add at the end that those who cannot attend in person will be able to participate virtually at the following link: https://columbiauniversity.zoom.us/j/4479008537

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Dolores R. Kerpan (nee: Orlowski), 88, passed away on August 12, 2022.  She was born October 31, 1933 in North Chicago, IL and attended Waukegan Township High School.  She retired in 1987 from Navy Public Works at the Great Lakes Naval Base after a career in Human Resources.  She was a member of St. Mary of the Annunciation in Mundelein.  She enjoyed doing things for others, babysitting her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, walking in the neighborhood, exercising, gardening, dog and cat sitting, baking, and hosting parties and holidays for family and friends.  Dolores was the loving mother of Donna Kerpan, Diane (Thomas) Brown, and Mark (Julie) Kerpan; devoted grandmother of Kyle Brown (Lena Mitsuuchi), William Brown (Maria José Meneses), Robert Kerpan (Nicole Harris) and Katherine Matthews (Joshua), dear great grandmother of Charles Brown, Benjamin Matthews, and Natalie Matthews, and aunt of many nieces and nephews.  Dolores was preceded in death by her loving husband of 58 years, John P. Kerpan, her parents, William and Tillie Orlowski, her sisters Jean Vasofsky (Joseph), Dorothy Cioni-Zima ( LaVerne Cioni and John Zima) and her brothers, Edwin Orlowski (Lorraine), Henry Orloski (Emily) and Lawrence Orlowski (Bernadine), her father and mother in law Frank and Anna Kerpan, sisters-in-law Mary Kerpan, Mildred Swentkofske, Katherine Chumbley, Lillian Nagode, Frances Magri, JoAnn Williams and her brothers-in-law Milan “Ben” Kerpan, Joseph Kerpan, and Peter Kerpan.   

Friends of the family may visit Saturday, August 20, 2022 at 10:00 am – 11:00 am at St. Mary the Annunciation 22333 Erhart Road Mundelein, IL with the funeral Mass immediately following at 11:00 am.  Interment will be held privately.  In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the charity of your choice.  All funeral arrangements were entrusted to Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL.  For information log onto www.strangfuneral.org or contact (847)223-8122.

Stephanie Ginger (Garbacz) Kozak, age 61, passed away as the sun rose on her new life in the morning hours of Saturday, August 13, 2022.

Stephanie, commonly known as Ginger by family and friends since birth, was born November 2, 1960, the youngest of seven children of the late Flavia and Ignatius Garbacz.  She grew up in the Humboldt Park area of Chicago where she attended both Ryerson and Reilly Elementary Schools and broke barriers as one of the first female classes attending Lane Tech High School.  She had a 10 year career at Washington National Insurance in Evanston during which time she earned a Bachelor Degree in Accounting at Northeastern Illinois University and attained her CPA.   In 1990 she married Craig Kozak with whom she had two daughters, Jennifer and Jessica, during which time they lived in Third Lake, IL.  She was a loving, caring mother, champion of the household, and volunteer of her time.  She had the “biggest heart and mostest love”.  She enjoyed trips to Hawaii, hiking, reading, puzzles, computer games, watching Harry Potter, outings with her lady friends, being silly and having fun.  She later moved to Round Lake, IL with her oldest daughter Jennifer.  She was always ready to open her heart to others and loved deeply.  She fought a brave multi-year battle against breast cancer and can now rest peacefully.   

Her memory lives on through her daughters Jennifer and Jessica; her sister Lois; brothers Michael (wife Margaret)  and Joseph; former husband and father of her children Craig Kozak; many nieces and nephews; and relatives, former in-laws, and friends.

She was preceded in death by her sisters Phyllis, Michele, and Jenine.  

Visitation will be Wednesday, August 17,  4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Strang Funeral Home, 410 East Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL.  

Funeral will be Thursday, August 18, commencing at Strang Funeral Home at 10:00 a.m.  then going to St. Gilbert’s Catholic Church, 301 E. Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL for 11:00 a.m. Funeral Mass. For more information please log onto www.strangfuneral.org or contact (847)223-8122.

Phillip R Lanciloti , age 62, a resident of Woodstock, IL. passed away on August 6, 2022 at his home. Phillip was born January 12, 1960 in Waukegan IL. to Louis and Jean Lanciloti.

Phillip was a musician, avid motorcycle enthusiast, adventurist, juggler, jokester, avid camper, beloved father, son, brother, husband, grandfather and friend.

Phillip is survived by his children, Eric Lanciloti (Crystal Carrasco), Amanda Bonfiglio (John) and Aly Gilani (Bret Jr), his siblings: Emilie Michelle Lanciloti Rogers, Mary (Mark) Lanciloti Connolly,  Michael Lanciloti, and Kelly Lanciloti, grandchildren:Tia Marie, Vincent John, Aviana Rose, Nathaniel, and Bret III, and over 50 nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death: by his parents, Louis and Jean Lanciloti; Wife, Connie, Mother- in- Law, Sandy; Son, Bret Jr and brothers, Jack and Louis Lanciloti.

A Celebration of life will be on Saturday, August 20^th, 2022 at New Hope Christian Fellowship 1401 S Lake Street Mundelein, IL 60060 at 10:00 AM.

 All funeral arrangements were entrusted to Strang Funeral Chapel, 410 E Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030.   847-223-8122

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Our precious mother, Lennie Pearl Green passed away on August 9, 2022.  She devoted her life to loving and caring for her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.  Lennie was born to the late Homer Smith and Louise Smith on October 20^th, 1933, in Colbert County, Alabama.  She married Alvie Green on November 10^th, 1949 and together they raised their 5 beautiful children.  She loved being the central figure in the lives of her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.  Anyone that knew them knew that she was a star in their eyes, and that is all that mattered to her.

Lennie was a long-standing member of the Order of Eastern Star, Sorosis Chapter.  She was Grand Martha in 1987, and Grand Lecturer for many years.  She traveled through the state of IL proudly representing this organization.  She also traveled diligently with Alvie when he was Worthy Grand Patron of Eastern Star for two years.  Lennie was also White Shrine of Jerusalem and a Daughter of the Nile.

Lennie loved to collect lots of things – plates, bells, Beanie Babies, Angels and Santas.  In her earlier years she took ceramics class and made beautiful lit Christmas Trees and lamps which won her several awards.  She also had a love for crocheting – she crafted many afghans, doilys, sweaters, hats, gloves, and shawls. 

She will be lovingly remembered by her daughter Kathy Polanco (Julio Polanco), Anthony Green (Sarah Green), along with her Grandchildren, Tina Sparks, Tiffany King, Micah Cassel, Becky Arroyo, Adam Cassel, Michael Charles Brooker, Whitney Macemon, Hannah Green, Alex Green, Michael Green, her 12 Great Grandchildren and 1 Great, Great Grandchild.  

Lennie was preceded in death by her husband Alvie, her son Michael and her daughters Glenda and Donna, and Grand Daughter Ashley. 

A celebration of Lennie’s life will be held on Sunday August 14^, 2022 from 11:00 am to 3:00pm at Strang Funeral Chapel 301 E Belvidere 301 E Belvidere Road Grayslake, IL. 60030. A memorial service will start at 3:00 pm at Strang Funeral Chapel 301 E Belvidere 301 E Belvidere Road Grayslake, IL.  For more information, please call 847-223-8122 or visit www.StrangFuneral.org

Miranda L. Gorski, age 28, a resident of Round Lake Beach, passed away on August 7, 2022 at Condell Hospital with her family at her side. Miranda was a fan of anything Disney and loved to shop.  Miranda touched the heart of so many and will be greatly missed.

 Miranda is survived by parents, Mark and Anita Gorski, her brother, Mark (Christina) Gorski, and sister Stefanie Gorski (Gabino Martinez), niece Josephine Martinez, grandfather John Goettfert, Aunt and Uncle Mary and Bob Bastek, and Godfather Mike (Tammy) James.    She was preceded in death by her grandmother Katharina Goettfert, grandparents Alfred and Loretta Gorski, aunts Heidy James, Laura Baumann. and uncle John Goettfert.

 A funeral visitation will be held on Saturday , August 13, 2022 from 1:00 pm to 6:00pm at  Strang Funeral Chapel, 410 E Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030. 

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Leo J Nycz, 92, passed away peacefully at his home on August 5, 2022. Leo was born February 8, 1930, the son of the late Michael and Josephine Nycz. He was preceded in death by his two sisters, Jean Venet and Rose Ostrowski, and his beloved wife of 52 years, Rosemary Nycz.

Always with a joke at the ready, Leo worked as a lineman for Commonwealth Edison and enjoyed spending time polka dancing, traveling, woodworking, and being with family. He was always willing to lend a hand. Leo attended Holy Rosary grade school, Waukegan H.S. Class of ’48, was a former member of Holy Family Church in North Chicago where he resided until his children had grown, and is a current member of St. Gilbert Catholic Church in Grayslake, Ill.  

Leo was the loving father of Michael Nycz, Linda (Frederick) Treven, and Therese (Thomas) Rosko. Cherished grandfather of Korie (Matt) Mitchell, Kristy (George) Trausch, and Laurie and Brian Rosko. Doting great-grandfather to Kyle Mitchell. Lifelong friend to John Guilbault.  Fond uncle to several nieces and nephews.

The children offer a special note of thanks to Journey Care Hospice for their support and compassion.

A Christian Burial Mass will be held on Friday, August 19, 2022 at 11:00am at St. Gilbert Catholic Church, 301 E Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030.  A visitation will be held on Friday at church from 10:00am until the time of Mass. Interment will follow at Ascension Cemetery in Libertyville, IL.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to St. Gilbert Catholic Church in Leo’s honor, for a memorial in their parent’s name. For more information, please call 847-223-8122 or visit www.StrangFuneral.org. 

 Vera M. Lobono, 80, a resident of Joliet, Illinois, passed away July 25, 2022 at St. Joseph Hospital in Joliet, Illinois. She was born April 2, 1942 in Chicago, Illinois to Robert and Vera Wilder.

Vera was a beloved mother, grandmother, sister and friend who made a unique and positive impact on the lives of many. 

Throughout her life she always held a passion for dancing and as a young woman had the exciting opportunity to enjoy working as an instructor for Fred Astaire Dance Studios. Later in life Vera committed herself to working with and caring for the developmentally disabled, which gave her much joy.

Her heart was filled with God’s love and compassion. She would have done anything for her family and those she held dear. Spending time with her grandchildren, attending concerts with son James, and following God meant everything to Vera. Her neverending love will not be forgotten. She will be greatly missed and remain in our hearts forever.

Vera is survived by her sons James Remillard and Dominic (Angela) Lobono, her grandchildren Dominic Jr. and Regina, and her siblings Peter Wilder and Randy Burdick. She was preceded in death by her parents, her step-father Hubert Nunemacher, her husband Salvatore and her sister Doris Patitz. A visitation and funeral service is scheduled for Thursday, August 04, from 1-2pm with a 2pm service at Strang Funeral Chapel and Crematorium 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, Illinois 60030. Interment will follow at Avon Centre Cemetery in Grayslake, IL. For more information please contact (847)223-8122 or log onto www.strangfuneral.org.

Edward William Senkpeil, 91, a resident of Lake Villa, IL, passed away July 30, 2022 at his home.  He was born April 2, 1931 in Chicago, IL to Edward and Elsie Senkpeil.

Edward was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church in Round Lake Park, IL.

Edward is survived by his wife of 57 years, Janet, whom he wed in 1964 in Chicago, IL, his children Edward (Katherine) Senkpeil of Gurnee, IL and Thomas Senkpeil of Round Lake, IL, his grandsons Ethan Senkpeil of Gurnee, IL and Adam Senkpeil of Gurnee, IL, and his sister Mildred Holmes.  He was preceded in death by his parents and his sister Edna Lindemann.

A visitation will be held on Saturday, August 6, 2022 from 10am until 12 noon and funeral service will be held at 12 noon at St. Paul Lutheran Church 420 Greenwood Road Round Lake Park, IL 60030.  Interment will be held following the services at Concordia Cemetery 7900 Madison Street Forest Park, IL.  In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Paul Lutheran Church or East Fork Lutheran Schools PO Box 489 Whiteriver, AZ 85926. 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 contact (847)223-8122.

Dorothy Mary Rybarczyk 90, a resident of Grayslake, IL, passed away July 29, 2022 at Condell Hospital Libertyville, IL.  She was born August 31, 1931 in Chicago, IL.

Dorothy is survived by her husband Richard Rybarczyk, her children Rich (Heidi) Rybarczyk, and Ellen Haboush, her grandchildren Heather Rybarczyk, Doug Rybarczyk, Derek Haboush, and Danielle Haboush..

A visitation is scheduled at Saint Gilbert’s Parish Chapel , 301 E. Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030, on Tuesday, August 2, 2022 from 10:00am until 11:00am with the funeral mass starting at 11:00am.   For more information, please call (847) 223-8122 or visit www.StrangFuneral.org. 

Dr. Leticia Sulit Sioson, 87, a resident of Wauconda, IL, passed away July 27, 2022 at her home.  She was born November 27, 1934 in the Philippines to Valeriano and Nazaria Sulit.

Leticia is survived by her children Millette (Ron) Martinez and Reno (Aimee) Sioson, her grandchildren R.J. (Emily) Martinez, Mark Martinez, Uriah Martinez, Noah Sioson, and Isabel Sioson, and her great-grandchildren Michah and Shepherd Martinez.  She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Pedro Sioson, her sons Chito Sioson and Pinggoy Sioson, and her siblings Lydia Pigtain, Rogelio Sulit, Gloria Lenon, and Bienvenido Sulit.

A visitation and funeral service is scheduled at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium, 410 E. Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030, on Saturday, July 30, 2022 from 2:00pm until 6:00pm with the funeral service commencing at 6:00pm. Interment will be held privately.  For more information, please call (847) 223-8122 or visit www.StrangFuneral.org. 

Mark Joseph DeGroot passed away at the golden age of 95.

Mark was a decorated World War II Navy veteran serving in the South Pacific.  A member of the American Legion for 60 years, past 7^th District Commander and Skokie Post 320 serving as Adjutant for many years.

Mark was a beloved husband of Peggy (nee: Margaret Mary Murphy) for almost 70 years, cherished father of Marc (Paula), James (Dawn), Marianne Roberts, and John DeGroot, proud grandfather of Dr. Michael (Boram), Justin (Anna) Ryan ESQ (Amanda), Dr. Matthew (Ashley), Brendan and Sean DeGroot, Deirdre (Dr. Casey) Floros, and Evan and Andrew (Megan) Roberts, loving great-grandfather of eleven, dear brother of Leo, Mary Jean, and Guy, and uncle of many nieces and nephews. 

He was preceded in death by his parents Mark A. and Marie Lebrun DeGroot and brothers Paul and David.

A visitation and funeral mass is scheduled at St. Mary of Annunciation 22333 W. Erhart Rd. Mundelein, IL, on August 1, 2022 from 10:00am until 11:00am with the mass commencing at 11:00am.  Interment will follow at Ascension Cemetery in Libertyville, IL.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the church for masses or the Wounded Warrior Project.

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. 

Nicholas R. Kent, devoted father, partner, ‘Grandpappy’, and brother, passed away on July 22, 2022 at the
age of 71.
Nicholas was born on October 25, 1950 to the late James A. Kent and Anita C. Kent in Midland, MI.
Growing up, he picked wildflowers for his mother on his way home from school. As a star Boy Scout and
camp counselor, he taught axemanship to young scouts at Camp Mountaineer near Morgantown, WV.
Sensitivity and leadership were qualities Nicholas possessed his entire life, even from a young age.
In 1967, his family moved from Morgantown, WV to Houghton, MI. The next year, in 1968, Nicholas
graduated from Houghton High School. After graduation, he attended Michigan Tech University, where
he joined the Phi Kappa Theta fraternity. He later transferred to West Virginia University, where he
participated in the Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps. He graduated from WVU with a BS in
Recreation. Nicholas always had dreams of becoming a park ranger.
After graduation, Nicholas spent decades building a successful career within multiple trade organizations,
including Associated General Contractors of Minnesota and Northwestern Lumber Association. In 1988,
he was named President & CEO of North American Wholesale Lumber Association (NAWLA), a global
trade association. During his 21-year tenure at NAWLA, Nicholas developed nationally-renowned trade
shows and led company-wide marketing initiatives. He had the opportunity to travel to China, Malaysia,
Switzerland, France, Germany, and Chile, and he loved sharing stories from his world travels. In 2007, he
was named as WVU’s Distinguished Alumni of the Year. Nicholas was eternally proud of his professional
accomplishments.
Nicholas is survived by his two children; Jillian Haley (David) and Samuel Kent (Allyson), his loving
partner; Paula Dean, and his three grandchildren; Owen, Vivian, and Porter. He is also survived by his
three brothers; David Kent (Young Hee), Edward Kent (Pam), and Joseph Kent (Gay).
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Rotary Club of Chicago .A memorial will be held at Half Day Forest Preserve Shelter A (619 S. Milwaukee Ave., Vernon Hills, IL) on August 15th at 12:00 PM.

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 contact (847)223-8122.

Diana Elizabeth Ruiz (nee:Navas), age 56, resident of Gurnee, Illinois passed away on July 25th, 2022 peacefully surrounded by her immediate family. She was born on July 29th, 1965, in Chicago, Illinois to Rene and Carmen Navas one of four daughters, known as the middle child.

In October 2020, she was diagnosed with terminal Stage IV (NSCLC), Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer Adenocarcinoma. Diana fought relentlessly to keep living and never lost hope despite her extremely rare cancer diagnosis. She was fortunate enough to participate in Northwestern Medicine’s experimental clinical research trials in hopes that it would help advance the treatments of this rare type of lung cancer.

In October 1994, Diana began her retail career as one of the original founding Nordstrom employees and helped open the very first Nordstrom store at Old Orchard mall, Store #223 in Skokie, Illinois. Little did she know, she would go on to dedicate 28 years of her life to the Women’s Shoes and Customer Experience departments. She embraced the vision of Nordstrom’s customer service excellence and gained many lifelong friendships and built customer connections along the way.

She was preceded in death by her father Ing. Rene A. Navas and survived by her mother Carmen R. Navas, loving sister to Monica Girard (Andy), Lucy Navas Watson (Paul), and Carmen Rodriguez (George), adored and cherished Aunt to twins Renee Girard and Valerie Medina (Jesus), Jessica Elston (Brian), Jordan Watson, Alexandra and Andres Rodriguez.

She will be deeply missed by family, friends and all who were lucky enough to know her. Not to mention her fur babies; Ginny, Hazel and Rohan who gave her so much comfort and joy through all the ‘ruff’ times.

In lieu of flowers, please consider contributing an honorary donation in memoriam of Diana E. Ruiz to Northwestern Medicine Robert H. Lurie Comprehensive Cancer Center so that other cancer patients may receive experimental trial treatments.

A visitation will be held at the Strang Funeral Chapel, 410 Belvidere RD, Grayslake, Il on Friday, July 29, 2022 from 4:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. A funeral mass will be held on Saturday July 30, 2022 at 10:00 A.M. at Saint Joseph Catholic Church 121 East Maple Avenue, Libertyville, IL, 60048. A live stream at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZJ1DD5ZLwc0. A burial will follow at Ascension Cemetery 1920 Buckley Road, Libertyville, IL. 60048. For more information please call (847) 223-8122.

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      Jon H. “Jack” Kordt, 84, passed away on July 19, 2022 at home with family by his side. Jack was born in Waukegan, IL, on May 28, 1938, to Herbert and Lorraine Kordt nee Kemnitz. Jack graduated from Grayslake High School in 1956. After attending Bradley University, he enlisted in the armed forces, where he spent three years in Lubeck, Germany. After returning home, Jack met Sharon Kulik, whom he married in 1966. Jack owned and operated a small family business for over 40 years.

      Jack was an accomplished artist and photographer who belonged to the Lake County Art League. He had a passion for sailing, a love for nature, and he enjoyed spending winters skiing in the Colorado mountains. Jack was a kind, and caring man.

      Jack is survived by his wife of 56 years, Sharon, his children Justine (John) Headley of Fort Collins, Co, Timothy (Christine) Kordt of Antioch, Il, his grandchild Wrigley Kordt of Antioch, Il, his sister Judy Wilkie of Blissfield, MI, and several nieces and nephews.

     Jack is preceded in death by his parents, and by his brother-in-law, Ed Wilkie. 

     A visitation will be held at the Strang Funeral Chapel, 410 E. Belvidere RD, Grayslake, Il on Monday, August 1, 2022 from 11 A.M. until 1 P.M. A memorial service will start at 1 P.M. Memorial contributions can be made to Advocate hospice, 365 Surryse Rd, Lake Zurich, IL, 60047. For more information please call (847) 223-8122.

Patricia Agnes Cutrano “Pat” (Olenick), age 85 of Wildwood, Illinois was called to eternal life in the early hours of Friday, July 22, 2022 in Byron, Illinois surrounded by the loving tenderness of family.

She was born in Chicago, Illinois on September 20, 1937 to John & Mary Olenick (Kasprzyk). Devoted to her faith in God; she was Baptized, Communed, and Confirmed in the Catholic Faith at St. John of God Church (Chicago), where she also married Charles Vincent Cutrano Jr. on Saturday, November 17, 1956. Patricia enjoyed sewing & crocheting. She created countless blankets and clothing items for her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren; providing warmth, love, and comfort for several generations of those she held the most dear.

Pat is survived in death by her adoring children; Charles Vincent Cutrano III, Paula Cutrano, Claudia (Mike) Krueger, Phillip Cutrano, & Christine (Matt) Lafferty. She is also survived by 14 loving grandchildren and 16 blessed great-grandchildren as well as her brother, Mike (Carol) Olenick, sister-in-law, Nancy Olenick, & numerous nieces & nephews whom she cherished.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Charles Vincent Cutrano Jr., her parents, John & Mary Olenick in addition to her precious granddaughter, Kelli “Pinkie” Cutrano and great- granddaughter, Joy Van Daele. 

The family would like to thank the staff at Generations at Neighbors for their compassion and tenderness. A special thank you to Iris, a friend.

A Mass of Resurrection will be celebrated on Saturday July 30, 2022 at the Church of St. Patrick 15000 W Wadsworth rd, Wadsworth, Illinois visitation is from 9-10 AM followed by a memorial mass commencing at 10AM. 

All arrangements were entrusted with Strang Funeral Chapel 410 E Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL, 60030

For any questions please feel free to contact

(847) 223-8122.