Marilyn J. Sowin, 93, a resident of Grayslake, IL, passed away Sunday, October 31, 2021 at her home.  She was born March 14, 1928 in Janesville, WI to Herbert and Dorothy Bergman.  During her life she enjoyed spending time with friends and family, singing, and she was an avid Green Bay Packers Fan.

Marilyn is survived by her sons Thomas (Constance) Sowin PhD and John Sowin MD, her grandchildren James, Kimberly, Nicole, Laura, Jennifer, Stephanie, and Matthew Sowin, and her siblings Carole Ann Adamack and Nancy (Douglas) Callison.  She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Thomas Sr., and her brother Gerald Bergman.  A funeral mass and visitation is scheduled for Wednesday, November 3, 2021 from 10:00am until 11:00am with the funeral mass commencing at 11:00am at St. Gilbert Catholic Church 301 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030.  The burial will follow the service at All Saints Cemetery in Des Plaines, IL.  Memorial contributions may be made to the church.  All funeral arrangements were entrusted to Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030.  For more information please log onto www.strangfuneral.org or 847-223-8122.

Mary Ellen Meskel, R.N., 78, a resident of Grayslake, IL, passed away October 28, 2021 at Advocate Condell Medical Center in Libertyville, IL.  She was born July 13, 1943 in Plainfield, NJ to Robert and Helen Smith.  Mary Ellen was a graduate of North Plainfield (NJ) High School, and the School of Nursing of the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia.  She was past-president of the Chicago Metro Chapter of the Society of Urologic Nurses and Associates (SUNA) and served as president the year it won a major professional award in 2011.  Mary also achieved board certification in urology (CURN).  She was an office urology nurse for Dr. Dennis Pessis in Lake Forest until her retirement.

Mary is survived by her husband of 56 years, Tom, her children Tracie (Patrick Kilbane) Meskel, Pat (Tricia) Meskel, and Nancy (Sean) Feely, her grandchildren Nick, Cassie, and Lily Meskel, Emmett, Seamus, and Nolan Feely, her siblings Bob (Susan) Smith, Richard Smith, and Carolyn Smith, and her sister-in-law Judy Meskel.  She was preceded in death by her parents.  A memorial service and visitation will be held on Monday, November 22, 2021 from 10:00am until 11:00am with the mass commencing at 11:00am at St. Mary of Annunciation 22333 W. Erhart Rd. Mundelein, IL 60060.  All funeral arrangements were entrusted to Strang Funeral Chapel, 410 Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030.  In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to American Cancer Society.  For information, please call 847-223-8122 or visit www.strangfuneral.org.

Barry E. Saturley, 74, a resident of Grayslake passed away on October 26, 2021. Barry was born on November 12, 1946, to the late David Gaither and Opal (Cathcart) Saturley in Hopkinsville, KY and was the youngest of five children. Growing up you could often find him with either a basketball or baseball in his hands. He played basketball for and graduated from Christian County High School in 1964. He went on to play basketball at Marion Institute and Austin Peay State University.  He continued his education obtaining and MBA from Murray State University in 1972.

Barry was a member of the US Army serving in the Vietnam War from February 1969 to April 1970. He was a Sergeant assigned to Company A, 5th Battalion, 2nd Artillery. Upon his return, he met and married the love of his life, Barbara (Snyder) Saturley. During their 50 years of marriage, they raised two children, Michael and Melissa.

Barry began his professional life as an accountant with Oscar Mayer in Nashville in 1974. He was promoted several times during his career, moving to Philadelphia, PA as plant controller and then to the headquarters in Madison, WI. His final move was to the Kraft headquarters in Glenview, IL where he remained until he retired in 2002. He enjoyed a long retirement with his beloved wife traveling, daily exercising at the health club, socializing with friends, golfing, and spending time in Pensacola, FL during the winter. He loved hosting the grandchildren especially after their trips to Six Flags Great America. He had a wonderful sense of humor and the grandchildren enjoyed texting jokes back and forthwith him.

Barry lived his life full of faith and integrity. He always put his family first by providing support and encouragement in all facets of life. He was a fantastic storyteller, and you knew he was telling a good one when you could hear a hint of Kentucky in his voice.

He is survived by his wife Barbara of 50 years, children Michael J. (Debra) Saturley of Bolingbrook, IL, and Melissa (Ryan) Saturley Schall of DeForest, WI. He was blessed with four grandchildren, Carmen Saturley, Andrew Schall, Tyler Saturley, and Asher Schall.

He was preceded in death by his parents and siblings: Barbara Lancaster, John Saturley, Wanda Stewart, and David Saturley.

The family would like to thank Dr. Bruce Brockstein and palliative care physician’s assistant Lindsay Rademacher as well as Dr. Jason Kraemer for their excellent care. A special thanks also to the emergency and hospice staff at Condell Memorial Hospital. The family is forever grateful for Steve “Uber” Timmons, and the Scarpelli and Mayer families for their help and support.  A private memorial service is planned for a later date. Memorial gifts may be made to support Carbone Cancer Center, c/o UW Foundation, U.S. Bank Lockbox, Box 78807, Milwaukee, WI 53278-0807 or give.uwhealth.org.

All funeral arrangements were made by Strang Funeral Chapel, 410 E Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030. For more information, please call (847)223-8122.

Edel H. Bailey, age 70, a resident of Crystal Lake, passed away on October 25, 2021 in McHenry, IL.  She was born on February 19, 1951 in Emmeke, Germany to Waldemar Hennig and Elli Hennig Amann (nee Hein).  She was preceded in death by her daughter, Robin Lynn Bailey; brother-in-law, S. Kimberley Bailey; parents and parents-in-laws.  She is survived by her husband, Ricky, of 52 years whom she married on October 25, 1969 in Vallejo CA; her son, Christopher “Chris” B. Bailey (Joni) of Merrill WI; her brother, Helmut W. Hennig (Andrea “Dee”) of White Pine MI; her grandchildren, Samantha Christine Scholer (Keith Hatfield), Jessica R. Bailey, and Derick V. Bailey; her great grandchild, Dakota James Hatfield, and her Familia von Deutschland, Greg (Margaret) Bailey of North Carolina; Helena Bailey of Virginia; her nieces and nephews, Andy (Lyz) Hennig of McHenry, Erick (Erica) Hennig/ Capparelli of Ingleside, Amanda (John) Gath of Wadsworth, Cecilia Bailey of North Carolina; Scott (Bim) Bailey of North Carolina, Jeremiah (Megan) Bailey of Chicago; Joshua Bailey of Chicago; Patrick Jones of Chicago.  A graveside service will be held at a later date at Avon Centre Cemetery in Grayslake, IL.  All funeral arrangements were entrusted to Strang Funeral Chapel, 410 E Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030.  For more information, please call (847) 223-8122. 

Mary Patricia Beermann, 93, of Gurnee, IL passed away October 25, 2021 at home. Born June 5, 1928 in Sioux City, Iowa. She was a member of  the Saint Peters Catholic Church in Jefferson, South Dakota.  She is survived by husband Howard Beermann, daughter Geriann Larsen of Gurnee, Il.; brothers, Martin (Mary), Charles (Beverly), and Daniel; her grandchildren, Nicolette Larsen of Pleasant Prairie, WI, and Courtney Larsen of Gurnee, Il.  Preceded in death by her parents James and Frances (nee Woll) Burke, and her siblings Edward, Kathleen, Raymond, Alice, Joyce, and Tom. Memorial Service as well as burial will take place in Sioux City, Iowa.

 In Lieu of flowers please send donations to Journey Care Hospice. Local arrangements were entrusted to Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030. Please log onto www.strangfuneral.org or contact (847)223-8122.

Erna Jean Alm (Jean)

April 7, 1934 – October 9, 2021 Erna Jean Alm passed away peacefully and surrounded by four generations at age 87 on October 9, 2021. She was a resident of the Village at Victory Lakes in Lindenhurst, Illinois where she was notorious with the staff for causing trouble with her friends.

Jean was the beloved mother of Nina (Paul) D’Agostino, Brett Alm (Jackie Santiago), and Dawn Lovdahl; Doting grandmother of Angela (Martin) Merceret, Ashley and Jake Alm, and Skylar Lovdahl; Great grandmother of August and Ida Merceret; Aunt of Carissa Brader (Tony Magee) and Dianna Brader; Great aunt of Sharon Brader (Fraser Murray); And great-great aunt of Waverly Murray. Jean was preceded in death by her adoring husband Warren Alm, son Garrett, brother Robert E. Brader, sister-in-law MaryAnn Gendreau; and nephews Eric and Robert H. Brader.

Born Erna Jean Brader in Wayne, Michigan during a snowstorm by a midwife wearing snowshoes on April 7, 1934 as the second child to Agnes Ida Schuett, Jean grew up in Chicago’s North Shore. She lived most of her adult life as an artist in Morton Grove & Glenview, Illinois. While raising her children she was a Girl Scout leader, a volunteer with the Glenview Theatre Guild helping with set design, costuming and makeup artistry, and a volunteer with the Red Cross. Jean attended University of Illinois-Chicago earning her Bachelor of Arts degree in Art Therapy in 1987. She began working as a curator at the Arthurian Gallery in Skokie, Illinois. It was at this time that she truly honed in on her passion for painting. In the early 90’s she was able to publicly showcase her artwork throughout the North Shore. In 1995 she and her husband, Warren, retired and moved to Keowee Key in Salem, South Carolina. There they enjoyed the areas natural beauty, boating, socializing and dancing. She was able to continue her art showcasing in Keowee Key. Jean also participated in both the Sweet Adelines and the Anderson Senior Follies. Jean successfully battled Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma and remained in remission for the rest of her life. Jean will be remembered fondly by all whose lives she touched as a vivacious, bubbly, creative, loving, passionate, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and friend.

A celebration of Jean’s life will be held at a later date when it is safe to gather again. In lieu of flowers, Jean’s family requests donations be made in her name to the Glenview Art League. https://glenviewartleague.org/.  All funeral arrangements were entrusted to Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030.  For more information please log onto www.strangfuneral.org or call (847)223-8122.

David Brent Anderson was born on July 13, 1956 in Rapid City, South Dakota and entered heaven on October 16, 2021.  Dave was a gifted millworker who created beautiful pieces that he loved to gift to family and friends.  He could fix anything and mentored so many throughout his life.  He enjoyed fishing, camping and tractors but spending time with his family was always his first priority.  He was a fun loving man who enjoyed to make people laugh.  He touched so many. 

Dave leaves behind a family that adored him. His wife, Debbie, of almost 43 years of marriage; his loved daughters and sons-in-law, Niki (Mike), Kristi (Nate), Amy (Seth); and his grandchildren that he absolutely cherished Lily, Becca, Cami, Grady, and Wade; his mother, Retha Anderson; his brothers, Kevin, Russ, Mark; baby sister, Crystal; and a multitude of family and friends.  He was preceded in death by his father, Marvin Anderson and his father-in-law, Floyd Robison.Dave gave his heart to Christ over 30 years ago and has served him all of his adult life.  He is now rewarded and with his Heavenly Father.  

A funeral service will be held on Friday October 22, 2021 at 2:30pm at New Hope Christian Community Church, 1020 W. Rollins Road, Round Lake Beach, IL 60073.  A visitation will be held at church on Friday from 12:30pm until 2:30pm.  Interment will be held privately.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to New Hope Christian Community Church.  For more information, please contact (847)223-8122 or visit www.StrangFuneral.org.  

Mary Margaret Rossini, age 85, a resident of Lake Zurich and former resident of Grayslake, passed away Wednesday, October 13, 2021 at Good Shepherd Hospital in Barrington.  She was born July 14, 1936 in New York to Nicholas and Pauline Goffredo.  She was a member of St. Mary of the Annunciation Church in Mundelein. Mary was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother.  Mary is survived by her three sons, Richard (Anne), Stephen (Deanna), and John (Kristen); four grandchildren, Ilaria, Ren, Andrew, and Michael; and sister, Anita.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Carl Rossini, and her parents.  Visitation will be Friday, October 22, 2021 from 9:30 am to 11:30 am with the memorial service at 11:30 am at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium, 410 East Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL.  For information, call 847-223-8122 or go to www.strangfuneral.org.

Hiraben M. Patel
Born  May 27,1927 At Rest  October 15, 2021
Puja Monday, October 18, 2021   

Robert S. Vedernack Sr.,71,  a resident of Gurnee, IL, passed away Friday, October 15, 2021 at the Captain Lovell Medical Center in North Chicago.  He was born January 28, 1950 in Pittsburgh, PA to Robert and Josephine Vedernack.  Robert was a veteran of the US Army having served during the Vietnam War.  He was a member of the Auto Mechanics Union and the American Legion in Gurnee.  He enjoyed scuba diving and vacationing with his family.  Robert is survived by his wife of 48 years, Elizabeth, his children Robert Vedernack Jr., Michele Vedernack, and Vincent Vedernack, and his sister Roberta Albrecht.  He was preceded in death by his parents.  A visitation and funeral service are scheduled for Tuesday, October 19, 2021 from 2:00p.m. until 4:00p.m.  with the funeral service commencing at 4:00p.m. at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium, 410 East Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030. Interment will be held privately.  Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society.  For more information please contact (847)223-8122 or log onto http://www.stranfuneral.org. 

Theodore William Faurbo, age 81, a resident of Ontonagon, MI, passed away Monday, October 11, 2021 at Advocate Condell Medical Center in Libertyville.  He was born on October 8, 1940 in Waukegan to Viggo H. and Helen (Kekke) Faurbo.  He was a member of the 458^th Sea Tigers and the Ontonagon, MI Republican Party.  He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Deborah, who he married on June 11,1960 in Round Lake; his children, Derek Shawn (Kim) Faurbo of Volo, Todd Alan and (Margaret Kosin) Faurbo of Machesney Park; and one grandson, Hunter Christian Faurbo of Oak Park.  He was preceded in death by his parents and brothers, Harold and Edward Faurbo.  A memorial funeral service will be held on Tuesday, October 19, 2021 at 11:00am at Shepherd of the Lakes Lutheran Church, 285 East Washington Street in Grayslake, IL 60030.  Visitation will begin one hour prior to the service at 10:00am at the church.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to 458^th Sea Tigers: www.458thSeaTigers.org or to Shepherd of the Lakes Lutheran Church, 285 East Washington St, Grayslake, IL 60030.  Arrangements were entrusted to Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium, 410 East Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030. For information, please call 847-223-8122 or visit www.strangfuneral.org.

Cathy L. Maynen, age 71, a resident of Grayslake, passed away Thursday, October 7, 2021 at her home.  She was born January 20, 1950 in Chicago to Adam and Frieda Condie.  She was a member of a Missouri Synod Lutheran Church. Cathy is survived by her husband of 28 years, John, who she married in Mount Prospect on May 22, 1993; children, Kevin Carlisle of Round Lake, Lauren Rost of Port Neches, TX, David Maynen of Grayslake, Michael Maynen of Grayslake, and Sarah Maynen of Madison, WI; and grandchildren, Takoda Kane, Sebastian Rost, Alex Rost and Kinsley Rost all of Port Neches, TX.  She was preceded in death by her father, Adam Condie, her mother, Frieda Schroeder Condie, her brother-in-law, Joseph Maynen and her cousin, Richard Schroeder. Visitation will be held on Saturday, October 23, 2021 from 1:00pm until 3:00pm with the service commencing at 3:00pm at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium, 410 East Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in her name to Lutheran Church Charities, 3020 Milwaukee Avenue, Northbrook, IL 60062.   For information, please call 847-223-8122 or visit www.strangfuneral.org.