Brian Thomas Shields, 63, a resident of Grayslake, IL, passed away April 21, 2022. He was born in Evanston, IL to Roy and Lorraine Shields. Brian was passionate about history and space and was always happy to share his opinions on current events. He was big in size and in heart. Brian is survived by his wife of 27 years, Nancy Shields, whom he wed on June 18, 1994 in Glenview, IL, his children Bradley Shields of St. Amant, LA, Cassandra (Jorge) Cantu of Mundelein, IL, Kristen (Jamey) Gavel of Volo, IL, Joshua Shields of St. Amant, LA, and Kady Shaw of Grayslake, IL, his grandchildren, Ben, Mia, Luke, Ethan, Shawn,Rosie, Edward, Enrique, Riley, Ava, and Elodie, his siblings Laura Shields of Chicago, IL, Barbara Shields of Chicago, IL, Patrick (Vivian) Shields of Mundelein, IL, Christie (Phil) Brooks of Wauconda, IL, Scott Shields of California, his sister-in-law, Marsha Shields of Wauconda, IL, Gail Kading of Glen Elyn, IL, John W. (Lisa) Field II of Scottsdale, AZ, Joan (Bruce) Voss of Palatine, IL, Janice (Larry) of Wheeling, IL, Colleen (Matt) Petrando of Island Lake, IL, Patricia Kastanes of Pinehurst, NC, and all his nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, his brother Michael Shields, and his in-laws, John “Jack” and Laverne Field. A celebration of his life is scheduled for Tuesday, April 26, 2022 from 4:00pm until 7:00pm at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030. Interment will be held privately. In lieu of flowers, memorials maybe made to the American Diabetes Association. For more information please contact (847)223-8122 or log onto www.strangfuneral.org.

Ronald C. Anderson, 81, of Grayslake Illinois passed away peacefully in his sleep on April 16th, 2022.  He was born to Chester and Frances Anderson in Ottawa Illinois.  He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, and brother.  He loved spending time with his family and always talked  about his kids and grandkids.  He loved spending time in his garage working on woodworking projects.  He had a great and infectious smile with the biggest heart.  He leaves behind his wife Sharon of 59 years.  Three children, Mike Anderson (Brenda), Steve Anderson (Debbie), and Marlene Anderson (Jim).  Eight grandchildren, Ashley Poyser (Stephen), Tiffany Bergstrom (Jacob), Amber Neuroth, Casey Anderson, Mackenzie Neuroth, Mycala Anderson, Jenna Anderson, Jackie Neuroth.  Nine great grandchildren, Aubrianna, Jacob Jr., Camden, Keaton, Darius, Cleo, Londyn, Emberly, and Amor.  He was proceeded in death by his mother (Frances), father (Chester), sister (Connie), Sister (Kris), and brother (Dave).  
Visitation will be from Saturday April 23rd from 1:00pm-3:30pm at Strang Funeral Chapel.  410 E Belvidere Rd Grayslake IL 60030.  A memorial service will be at 3:30 – 4;00pm. For more information log onto www.strangfuneral.org or contact (847)223-8122.

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Joseph T. Fontana, 86, a resident of Grayslake, passed away surrounded by his family on Friday, April 15, 2022. He was born on February 22, 1936 in Chicago to Anthony and Blanch Fontana and was one of seven children. On October 5, 1972, he married his wife, Lynn, of 49 years in Waukegan, IL. Joseph was a proud Army Veteran and longtime American Legion member. For many years, he was the President of the Northern Chapter of the Buick Club of America and was a member of the Great Lakes Historical Recovery Club (metal detecting).  He worked as a local plumber and in his spare time loved spending time with his family and friends.

Joseph is survived by his wife, Lynn Fontana of Grayslake, IL; sons, Joseph (Vicky) of Lake Villa, IL, John (Toni) of Houston TX, David (Kimberly) of Fox Lake, IL, Tony of Grayslake, IL; daughter, Kim Scott of Grayslake, IL; grandchildren, Therese, Gabrielle, Alex, Nicholas, Jacob, Sam, Zachary, Bryan, Brandon, Megan, Liam; his great-grandchildren, Gianna, Juliette, Alessia, Joseph; and his sister, Donna. He is preceded in death by his parents, Anthony and Blanch Fontana; and his siblings, Renee, Dorothy, Joan, Edward, and Thomas.

A visitation will be held at Strang Funeral Chapel, 410 East Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030 on Wednesday, April 20, 2022 from 4:00pm until 7:00pm. A Funeral service will be held at Strang Funeral Chapel 410 East Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030 on Thursday April 21,2022 at 10:30 AM.   Interment will follow at All Saints Cemetery, 700 North River Road, DesPlaines, IL. 60016. For more information, please call (847)223-8122 or visit www.StrangFuneral.org

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Corinne M Vesely, 77, went to her eternal glory, surrounded by the Angels and Saints, on April 13, 2022 at her daughters’ farm in Kentucky. Her daughter was blessed to be present at the time of her death.

Corinne is survived by her daughter, Cherie (Robert) Griffin, and her grandchildren Joshua Devitt, Javon Devitt and Lauren Griffin. Corinne is also survived by very special nieces Kristin Miks and Karen (Loren) Semler and many beloved great-nieces and great-nephews, and dear cousins.

Corinne was born on August 12, 1944 to Joseph and Mildred Vesely in Chicago where she became big sister to Alice Vesely and Gene (Pam) Vesely. As a girl, the family came to Wildwood and St. Gilbert Parish and she resided there until 2019. Corinne spent the last years of her life giggling, dancing and playing with her family in Kentucky.

Corinne spent her life loving her family and dedicated to her Catholic faith through many ministries as well as a steadfast prayer life. She was a nurse by profession, caring for patients at both Condell and St. Therese hospitals-including the Hospice program when it first opened in the 1980s.  She spent years gathering data for the family tree and leaves many completed pages dating through five generations.

A Funeral Mass will be held at St. Gilbert Catholic Church, 301 E. Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030 on Wednesday, April 20, 2022 at 10:00am.  Entombment will be held at Queen of Heaven Catholic Cemetery in Hillside, IL.  A visitation will be held at Strang Funeral Chapel, 410 E. Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030 on Tuesday, April 19, 2022 from 4:00pm until 8:00pm.  For more information, please call (847)223-8122 or visit www.StrangFuneral.org.

John E. Callahan, 89, a resident of Gurnee, IL, passed away April 8, 2022 at Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital in Lake Forest, IL.  He was born January 15, 1933 in Hammond, IN to William and Catherine (nee: Schultz) Callahan. 

John is survived by his wife of 43 years, Sandra Callahan, his sons Kevin John (Patricia) Callahan of Alpharetta, GA, William Sander (Cody) Callahan of Cumming, GA, and Sean Edward (Cynthia) Callahan of Maple Valley, WA, and his grandchildren William Harris Callahan of Atlanta, GA, Andrew John Callahan of Alpharetta, GA, Mary Jaye Callahan of New York City, NY, Abigail Yow of Hoover, AL, Mitchell Dean of New York City, NY, and Kathleen J. Callahan. Maple Valley, WA.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his sister Katherine Healy.

A memorial visitation and service will be held at Strang Funeral Chapel, 410 E. Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030 on Thursday, April 14, 2022 from 2:00pm until 4:00pm with a memorial service commencing at 4:00pm.  Interment will be held privately.  In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society www.lls.org 1-800-955-4572.  For more information log onto www.strangfuneral.org or contact (847)223-8122.   

John Mitchel Yoder, 84, a resident of Wildwood, IL, passed away on April 9, 2022 at Warren Barr in Lincolnshire, IL.  He was born May 21, 1937 in Goshen, IN. to Donald and Juanita Yoder.

John worked at Abbot Labs for 40 year. He earned many awards from The Boy Scouts of America.  He was a proud member of Boy Scouts of America for many years and earned many awards, badges and metals including; Boy Scout Silver Beaver Award, Wood Badge, and Order of the Arrow and National Presidents Scoutmaster Award of Merit.  He was a United States Navy for 4 years.

He married the love of his life Diane on April 12,1969 in Wildwood, IL.

He is survived by his wife Diane, his children Deborah (Bruce) Johnson, Katrina (Miguel) Garcia-Franco, Michael Yoder, and Randy Yoder; his grandchildren Jacquelin Johnson, Elizabeth Johnson, Bruce (Tiffany) Johnson; and his great-grandchildren Dillon Johnson, Austin Johnson, Blake Johnson, Noah Childs, Paradise Childs, Drake Johnson, Brayden Johnson, Zianni Calhoun, Mia Johnson, Caleb Johnson, and Keegan Johnson, his great Great-grandchildren Parker Johnson, and Charlie Elliot; and his sibling Lowell D. Yoder of Grand Prairie, TX.

He is was preceded in death by his parents Donald and Juanita Yoder.

A Funeral Visitation  will be held on Thursday April 14, 2022 from 11: A.M. to 12:00 P.M funeral services follow at 12:00 P.M,

In lieu of flowers please make a donation to the Boy Scout Troop #671, or the Alzheimer’s Association in John’s memory. 

All funeral arrangements were held privately 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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With the love of her family surrounding her and with our deepest sorrow, Helen Hallgren, 95, a resident of Beach Park, passed away April 7, 2022.  She was born November 4, 1926 in Waukegan, IL to John and Mary Fowler.

Helen spent most of her life as a resident of Beach Park where she met  and married her husband, Arnold Hallgren and raised three children.  They were married 64 years.  She enjoyed sewing, cooking, reading, loved holidays and spending time with her family.

Helen is survived by her children Stephen Hallgren, Leonard Hallgren and Jeanne (Greg) Gordon, her grandchildren Tanya Hallgren, Jennifer (Michael)  Hundertmark and Kelly (Chris) King, her 5 great-grandchildren, and her older sister, Mary Nagode (100 y/o) and many nieces and nephews.  She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Arnold and her brother, Tom Fowler.

Helen was a caring wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother.  Her favorite times were spent with those she loved.  Mom will best be remembered for her values, faith and loving advice.

A visitation and funeral mass are scheduled for Tuesday, April 19, 2022 at St. Mary of Annunciation, 22333 W. Erhart Rd., Mundelein, IL 60050 from 10:00 am until 11:00 am with the funeral mass commencing at 11:00 am.  Interment will follow the services at Ascension Cemetery in Libertyville, IL.  In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Heart Association.  We are especially thankful to Accord Hospice for all their help and care.  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.

Winfred “Mac” McClelland, 80, a resident of Vernon Hills, passed away Wednesday, April 6^th, 2022, at his home.  He was born July 25^th, 1941, in Eunice, Louisiana to James and Audrey McClelland. Mac was a member of the North Shore Unitarian Church in Deerfield.  He served in the US Air Force for 20 years, meeting his wife Marguerite in 1963, while stationed in France. When he retired from the military, he worked as an instructor at Great Lakes Naval Station, ascending the ranks to become Executive Director of the Training Support Center.  Mac dedicated his life to the teaching and guidance of young adults, as they explored which path to take toward their futures.  Mac is survived by his children, James (Mina) McClelland and Danielle (Jonathan) Katz, his grandchildren Keagan and Aiden McClelland and Aaron and Noah Katz, and his brother James (Donna) McClelland. He was preceded in death by his wife of 51 years, Hildegard “Marguerite” McClelland, his parents James and Audrey McClelland, and his brother Jerry McClelland.  A visitation is scheduled for Tuesday, April 12^th, 2022, from 4:00 pm until 6:00 pm at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium, 410 E. Belvidere Rd., Grayslake, IL 60030. 

Nancy J. Baron,46, a resident of Wauconda, IL, passed away April 6, 2022 at Mt. Sinai Hospital in Chicago, IL.  She was born November 13, 1975 in Mexico to Atanacio and Olivia Baron.

Nancy is survived by her husband Miguel Moctezuma, her son Hans Moctezuma, her mother Olivia Baron, and her siblings Aldo Baron and Erika Baron.

She was preceded in death her father.

A visitation and funeral service is scheduled for Sunday April 10, 2022 from 2:00pm until 6:00pm with the funeral service commencing at 6:00pm at Strang Funeral Chapel, 410 E. Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030.  Interment will be held privately.  Memorial donations may be given to the family.  For more information, please call (847) 223-8122 or visit www.StrangFuneral.org. 

Nancy J. Baron, de 46 años, residente de Wauconda, IL, falleció el 6 de abril de 2022 en el Hospital Mt. Sinai en Chicago, IL. Nació el 13 de noviembre de 1975 en México de Atanacio y Olivia Baron. A Nancy le sobreviven su esposo Miguel Moctezuma, su hijo Hans Moctezuma, su madre Olivia Baron y sus hermanos Aldo Baron y Erika Baron. Le precedieron en la muerte su padre. El velorio y el funeral están programados para el domingo 10 de abril de 2022 de 2:00 p. m. a 6:00 p. m. y el servicio fúnebre comenzará a las 6:00 p. m. en Strang Funeral Chapel, 410 E. Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030. Se llevará a cabo el entierro. en privado. Se pueden dar donaciones conmemorativas a la familia. Para obtener más información, llame al (847) 223-8122 o visite www.StrangFuneral.org.

Orville R. Hunsberger, 97, of Grayslake, IL, born on June 11, 1924, passed away on January 22, 2022. Betty J. Hunsberger, 96, of Grayslake, IL, born on November 25, 1925, passed away on March 2, 2022. 

Orville and Betty were married for 75 years, March 16, 1946. They are survived by their daughter, Sheila Mihalka; their son, Dan (Pat) Hunsberger; their grandsons, Nick (Stefanie) Mihalka, Andy Hunsberger, Tony (Jennifer) Hunsberger; and their great grandchildren, Rylan and Cole Mihalka, and Max, Myles, and Milly Hunsberger.  They are survived by nieces, nephews, and friends. They are preceded in death by son-in-law, John Mihalka; and grandson, Jake Mihalka.

Orville and Betty were original members of the Renwood Golf Course and loved to play golf.  Orville enjoyed playing all last summer. Orville was a World War II veteran, serving with the Army Air Corp.  He was a member of the American Legion, IBEW, and the Telephone Pioneers.  He retired from AT&T after 37 years. Betty was secretary to the Superintendent of the Grayslake Elementary District #46. They were life long members of the United Protestant Church in Grayslake.

A celebration of their lives will be held at Strang Funeral Chapel, 410 E. Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030 on Saturday, April 23, 2022.  A visitation will be held from 10am until 11am with a funeral service following at 11am.  Interment was held at Avon Centre Cemetery in Grayslake.  Memorials may be made to the United Protestant Church, 54 S. Whitney St., Grayslake, IL 60030.   

Ginny L. Abruzzo, 67, a long-time resident of Libertyville, IL, passed away March 26, 2022 after a fierce and courageous battle with breast cancer. She was born December 2, 1954 in Lake Forest, IL to Raymond and Bette Michaels. 

She retired in March 2021 after 25+ years as a dedicated employee of the Health Information Management team at Advocate Condell Medical Center in Libertyville, IL. She enjoyed many simple pleasures in life which included playing with her dog Ellie, hummingbird watching, an early morning coffee, and an evening glass of wine. She loved the outdoors, wildlife, and Chicago sports teams. Most summer days she could be found tending to her garden, her favorite summertime passion. 

Her greatest joys in life were watching her grandchildren and garden grow. Anyone who knew Ginny was touched by her patience, ability to listen, and positivity. She loved everyone deeply and unconditionally, and we take comfort in knowing that Ginny is now at peace and free of pain.

Ginny is survived by her husband of almost 42 years, Joseph Abruzzo, her children Jessie Abruzzo, Joey Abruzzo, and Jordan (Hayley) Abruzzo, her grandchildren Cecelia, Aiden, and Madelyn, and her siblings Ron Michaels, Diane (Dwight) Schlicting, and Don (Claudia) Michaels. She was preceded in death by her parents.

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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Joseph Patrick Klask, Sr., age 77, a resident of Round Lake Beach, passed away on Monday, March 28, 2022.  He was born on August 7, 1944 in Dearborn, MI to Theofil and Rose Klask.  He loved bowling and gardening and was a collector of wood, but most of all he loved his grandchildren.

Joseph is survived by his children, Joseph (Pamela) Klask, Lisa (Brad) Burling, David Klask, Laura (Larry) Mikel, Michelle (Aaron) Warning, Felicia Klask, and Don Burza, Jr; his grandchildren, Kyle, Melanie, Rebekka, Christina, Stephanie, David, Jessica, Erica, Cody, Angelica, Rodney, Sarah, and Alexis; his numerous great grandchildren; and his brother, Charles (Marnie) Klask.  He was preceded in death by his wife, Peggy L. Klask; and his parents. 

A visitation and funeral service will be held at Strang Funeral Chapel, 410 E Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030 on Saturday, April 9, 2022 from 10:00am until 11:00am, with a funeral service commencing at 11:00am.  Interment will be held at Highland Memorial Park in Libertyville.  For more information, please call (847)223-8122 or visit www.StrangFuneral.org. 

Nancy Gay (nee: MacVeigh) Merevick, 85, a resident of Round Lake Beach, IL, passed away March 26, 2022 at Wauconda Care in Wauconda, IL.  She was born July 21, 1936 in Chicago, IL to Henry and Gladys (nee: Blakely) MacVeigh.

Nancy worked as a second-grade teacher for Northbrook Elementary and then at the Round Lake Park district as a preschool and kindergarten teacher for 28 years until her retirement.  She loved spending time with her family, reading, watching westerns, the game show network, horses, and Dachshunds. She was loving Mother, Grandmother, and friend to ALL. A wonderful artist and super creative. Our mom was a long-time member of the American Coaster Enthusiasts for many decades. She fought with all her might to get better until her last breath. Love you mom.

Nancy is survived by her children Bruce (Christine) Merevick, Brian (Tracey) Merevick, her furry daughter Penny, her daughter-in-law Angie Merevick, her grandchildren Tony Merevick, Mark (Roksana) Merevick, Matthew Merevick, and Michael Merevick, and her great-grandson Keith Merevick.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her son Keith Merevick, and her brother Ronald MacVeigh.

All funeral arrangements were held privately 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.

In lieu of flowers please make a donation to the American cancer society in Nancy’s memory. 

Clemente Rios, Jr., age 89, a resident of Grayslake, IL passed away on March 12, 2022.  He was born on January 19, 1933 in Argentina to Clemente and Concepcion Rios. Clemente was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, uncle, and friend. He was born and raised in the Argentina where he also served as a paratrooper in the Argentinean military.  Then he moved to Illinois and lived in LaGrange for 43 years, then moved to Grayslake in 2016 where he passed away.  He enjoyed the outdoors, nature, sports and camping, too.

Clemente is survived by his wife, Hayde Rios, they were married for 52 years; his children, Clemente of Las Vegas, NV and Karin (Eric) McNeil of Round Lake, IL; his grandchildren, David McNeil of Round Lake, IL, Jay McNeil of Round Lake, IL, Aaron Rios of Henderson, NV, and Jacob Rios of Henderson, NV.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Clemente, Sr. and Concepcion Rios; his sisters, Emilia Rios and Maria de los Angeles Rios; and his brother, Ricardo Rios. 

He will be greatly missed.  Our family respects the wishes of Clemente and will not be holding any funeral services.  All funeral arrangements were entrusted to Strang Funeral Chapel, 410 E. Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030.  For more information, please visit www.StrangFuneral.org or call (847) 223-8122.

Thomas Turnbull was born in Mendota, IL on October 20, 1934, the first child of Rev. Roland E. Turnbull and Dorothy M. Turnbull of LaMoille, IL. At the age of 2, the family moved to Batavia, IL. While in the sixth grade the family moved to Alton, IL. Thomas graduated from Alton High School in 1952. He received a BA degree in History from Shurtleff College in 1956. He received an MA in geography from SIU Carbondale in 1958.

Thomas entered the US Army after graduation. He was sent to Natick, MA where he made climatic maps. While there, he accepted an invite to join a US Air Force expedition, and spent 6 months as a weather observer to Ward Hunt Island, off the north coast of Ellesmere Island, Canada.

Following his Army career he married Marianne Paul of Alton, IL in 1960. They moved to Waukegan, IL and he began his teaching career in Waukegan teaching grades five, six and eight.

Tom left teaching to take a position with Follett Publishing, Chicago, as Director of Research for the Social Studies Department. After two years he resumed teaching and taught in Deerfield Dist. 109 for 26 years.

After retirement he and his wife, Marianne, traveled widely visiting first Alaska and eastern Russia, the Panama Canal, Thailand, visiting the Arctic, Belgium, the Netherlands, Norway and two trips to England and Scotland. In 2003, he returned with his oldest son, Paul, to the arctic site where he had been stationed. He and his wife cruised around the southern tip of South America and their last trip was on the Rhine River then to Switzerland.

While on the first trip to Scotland, Tom was given the hereditary honor of Freeman of Berwick-on-Tweed. This award dates back hundreds of years.  On his second trip, Tom stood and vouched for sons Paul and John to receive the same hereditary honor.

Tom enjoyed fishing, gardening and singing in the church choir. He supported many environmental groups and Native American organizations, as well as veteran groups, Meals on Wheels, food pantries, and his church.

He is survived by his wife, Marianne, three children Paul (Carol) Turnbull, Donna (James) Zradicka, and John (Camille, dec.) Turnbull, and four grandchildren, Alan and Steven Turnbull and Anna and Scott Zradicka, and a sister, Ruth Evans of Madison, WI, and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents Rev. Roland and Dorothy Turnbull, and sister, Rae (and Mike) Farley.                

Memorial Service will be Saturday, April 2 at 1:00pm at Millburn United Church of Christ, Lake Villa, Illinois. In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to the Meals on Wheels program to feed homebound and needy families.   https://give.mowp.org/give/352089/#!/donation/checkout

Rev. Orrell Charles Ruth, 84, a resident of Grayslake, IL, passed away Monday, March 21, 2022.  He was born  November 13, 1937 in Elgin, IL to Charles and Jennie (nee Maule) Ruth. He grew up in Hampshire, IL and was a graduate of Hampshire High School, North Central College ‘59 and The Evangelical Theological Seminary ‘63.  He obtain his Certificate of Licensure to preach on June 19,1957 and was ordained a pastor of The Evangelical United Brethren Church on June 19, 1963.  He was a member of the Zion Church in Hampshire, IL and served the following parishes:  First United Methodist Church of Belvidere 1959, Grace Church Logan Square 1961, Alexis-Henderson 1963, Atwood Heights Christ Church Alsip 1965, Bethel-Christ Parish 1970, First United Methodist Church Freeport 1974, First United Methodist Church Ottawa 1979, Grace United Methodist Church Lake Bluff 1989, Our Redeemer’s United Methodist Church Schaumburg 1995, and The United Protestant Church Grayslake 1999.

He met his wife Marcia while serving as the assistant pastor and they were married on August 19, 1962 in Belvidere, IL. He loved baseball and was a lifelong Phillies fan. He enjoyed the hobby of raising and racing homing pigeons for many years and had a love of birds.  Orrell was a dedicated pastor, devoted and loving husband, father, son, brother and friend.  He loved his life’s work sharing God’s love with everyone he met.  His favorite phrase was “God Loves You and So Do I”

Rev. Orrell is survived by his daughter, Jennifer (Rajeev) Ruth-Daniel; and his siblings, Orris (Val) of Hampshire and Carlyn Rothlisberger of Perrysburg, OH.  He was preceded in death by his wife, Marcia Neufer Ruth; his daughter, Gisele Ruth; and his parents.   

A visitation will be held at Strang Funeral Chapel, 410 E. Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030 on Thursday, March 24, 2022 from 3:00pm until 7:00pm.  A funeral service will be held at United Protestant Church of Grayslake, 54 S Whitney Street, Grayslake, IL 60030 on Friday, March 25, 2022 at 10:00am.  Interment will be held at Hampshire Cemetery in Hampshire, IL.  In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the United Protestant Church of Grayslake or your local church. For information, please call 847-223-8122 or visit www.strangfuneral.org.

On March 14th, 2022, Crystal Marie Reinhardt “CoCo” passed away at the young age of 36, unexpectedly, at Advocate Christ Medical in Oak Lawn, IL.

Crystal is survived by her Daughter, Aryana F. Reinhardt; her Parents Stephen and Diane Reinhardt; her Brother Justin C. Reinhardt; her Grandmother Crystal I. Govas; her Uncle Gus Govas; Uncles & Aunts from Missouri, Mr.& Mrs. Gary and Cary Reinhardt; Mr. & Mrs. Mark Reinhardt; & Aunt Susan Mitchell; & many cousins.
Crystal was preceded in death by her Grandfather William G. Govas; her Grandfather Raymond Reinhardt; and her Grandmother Jean Reinhardt and her Aunt Diane of Missouri.

Crystal was born on August 12th, 1985 to her parents Mr. & Mrs. Stephen Reinhardt in Lake Forest, IL. Crystal was baptized Greek Orthodox at St. Demetrios Church. Crystal was a loving, cheerful, and funny child. Crystal could be found sledding, roller skating, and making people laugh. Crystal got her nickname “CoCo” from her older brother Justin and her nickname stuck throughout her whole life. 

Crystal grew into a beautiful, young, woman who proudly became the Mother of her Daughter Aryana on March 5th, 2008. Crystal loved being Aryana’s Mommy. Crystal also loved hiking, traveling, writing, music, and creating things. Crystal never let a day pass without letting her family and friends know how much she loved them. Crystal always had a card or something she made for all occasions. 

Crystal “CoCo” Reinhardt will be so dearly missed by her family, friends, and so many others whose lives she touched. Forever in our hearts and always on our mind. 

A visitation and funeral service will be held at New Gracanica Serbian Monastery, 35240 W. Grant Ave, Lake Villa on Thursday, March 24, 2022 from 10:00am until 11:30am with a funeral service commencing at 11:30am.  Interment will be held at New Gracanica Serbian Monastery Cemetery. 

Patricia Ann Silvola, age 88, a resident of Lindenhurst, passed away on Monday, March 21, 2022.  She was born on April 29, 1933, in Waukegan to Anthony and Helen (nee Gust) Pipcius. 

The youngest of five siblings, Patricia grew up in Lake County, Illinois. Patricia graduated from high school in 1951. She then worked as a nurse for more than 40 years while raising four children with her husband Robert. Throughout her life, Patricia introduced multiple generations of her family to the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, where her family continues to eat pasties, fish, camp, race turtles and more.

Patricia will be remembered for being an independent and loving nurse, wife, mother, and grandmother who cared for her family deeply. She also will be remembered for her baffling expressions and hilarious retorts. Patricia enjoyed spending time with her family and spoiling her grandchildren. Her family will miss receiving her thoughtful cards on every holiday and frequent calls to catch up on school, work, their lives, and current events while planning a future lunch date.

Patricia is survived by her children, Jo Hille of Sturtevant, WI and Michael (Michele) of Lindenhurst, IL; her grandchildren, Ryan Silvola of Madison, WI, Alex Silvola of Milwaukee, WI, Emily Silvola of Lindenhurst, IL, and Lauren Silvola of Seneca, IL.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Emil Silvola, Sr.; her daughter, Katherine Lee Silvola; her son, Robert Emil Silvola, Jr.; her parents; her sisters, Valeria (Joe) Rimkus, Eleanor (Don) Erbes, Josephine (Joseph) Krotzer, and Frances (John) Miller. 

A visitation and funeral service will be held at Strang Funeral Chapel, 410 E. Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030 on Thursday, March 24, 2022, from 10:00am until 11:00am, with a funeral service commencing at 11:00am. Interment will be held at Ascension Catholic Cemetery in Libertyville followed by a lunch at Jimmy’s Charhouse. For more information, please call (847) 223-8122 or visit www.StrangFuneral.org.  

Dean C Bowyer 76, a resident of Lindenhurst, IL. Passed away March 2, 2022 at Cancer Treatment Center in Zion, IL. He was born December 12, 1945 in Evanston, IL. to Lloyd & Helen Bowyer.

Dean is survived by his wife Madelyn, whom he wed on April 16, 1966 at St. Andrews church in Grayslake, IL, his Son Max (Tammy) Bowyer Libertyville, IL,his grandchildren Kaylie & Colby, his sister JoAnn (Richard) Flament, his brothers-in-law Wayne (Jacquie) Wodach, Brett (Linda) Wodach, his niece and nephews Brad (Rachel) Flament, Brian (Janel) Flament, Jeni (Jeff) Stropkey. He loved his grand dogs Black dog (Jax), and Axel.

He was preceded in death by his parents Lloyd & Helen Bowyer, and his son Van Bowyer.

Dean loved his career as a Local 1 Ironworker for over 40 years in Chicago. Anyone that knew him, knew he loved to joke and have a good time.

He loved his Corvettes, traveling on road trips out West, and locally to Door County and Michigan. Dean was an avid reader and had a special interest in history.

He was a fabulous cook well known through the family for his ribs and chili.

The family is having a Celebration of life at a later date. Burial will follow at Chapel Hill Gardens in Oak Brook Terrace, IL. 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.