Clarence J. “Woody” Schildgen, 93, a resident of Grayslake, passed away on Wednesday, September 1, 2021 at Condell Hospital in Libertyville.  He was born on September 13, 1927 in Wilmette to Clarence and Anna (nee Niebauer) Schildgen.  Clarence married Margaret Wood on November 13, 1948.  He was a veteran of World War II and was a printer by trade for over 30 years.  He later became a carpenter and retired at the age of 86. Clarence enjoyed family picnics, parties, traveling in their motorhome, playing the organ, watching Western’s, and the Chicago Bears. 

Clarence is survived by children, Carol (John) Rezmer of Grayslake and Nancy (Tom) Schulz of Fox Lake; his grandchildren, Steph (Travis) Hill, Mike (Dana) Rezmer, Jill (Joe) Walker, Steve (Jessica) Rezmer, Dan (Brooke) Schultz, and Rob Schultz; and his 12 great-grandchildren.  He was preceded in death by his wife, Margaret, who passed away in 2018; his parents; and brother, William. 

A funeral service will be held at Strang Funeral Chapel, 410 E. Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030 on Sunday, September 5, 2021 at 1:00pm.  A visitation will be held on Sunday at the funeral chapel from 10:00 am until the time of service.  Internment will be held at Avon Centre Cemetery in Grayslake.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Grayslake Fire and Rescue department.   For more information, please call (847)223-8122 or visit www.StrangFuneral.org. 

Germaine “Geri” C. Dziallo, 88, a resident of Lake Geneva and formerly of Grayslake, passed away August 29, 2021.  Geri was born April 7, 1933 in Chicago, IL to Jerome and Laura Michalke.  She was a member of St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Wadsworth and volunteered with the Prayer Shawl Ministry through the church.  Geri enjoyed crocheting and gardening.  Geri is survived by her daughters Bernadine (Peter) Oberdick, Natalie (Eugene) Kulig, and Michele (Dennis) Cornelius, her grandchildren Karl (Lisa) Oberdick, Audrey (Beno) Munji, Dorothy Oberdick, Emma (William) Jozwiak, Zachary (Courtney) Kulig, Victoria Kulig, Benjamin Cornelius and Samuel Cornelius, and her great-grandchildren BenBen Munji, Evelyn Munji, Rose Munji, Hazel Munji and Addison Kulig.  She was preceded in death by her parents.  A visitation is scheduled for Wednesday, September 1, 2021 from 4:00pm until 7:00pm at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium, 410 East Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030. The visitation will continue on Thursday September 2, 2021 from 10:00am until 11:00am at St. Patrick 15000 W. Wadsworth Rd. Wadsworth, IL 60083, with the mass commencing at 11:00am at the church.  Interment will follow the service at Ascension Catholic Cemetery in Libertyville, IL.  For more information please contact (847)223-8122 or log onto http://www.strangfuneral.org. 

Roger R. Schultz Jr. a resident of Waukegan, IL passed away after giving us 53 years of his life. Roger was a lover of all music and as a child, at dinner time the family each played their music for the meal, adding to the variety. He played baseball, hockey (which his grandfather John played). He was a black belt and was influenced by Bruce Lee. Roger played football for the Lake County Semi-Pro Football Team, the Vikings. He enjoyed gardening and had a green thumb for planting vegetables, flowers, and wacky tobacky. Roger enjoyed collecting Van shoes and matching them to his Polo shirts especially his favorite color purple. He was known for his famous Mohawk and the variety of hair colors he would dye it. Roger was a smart ass and made people laugh. He will join his beloved angels, his father Norman Radke and father Kenneth Hauri, his grandparents Agnes and John Johnson. Roger is survived by his mother Sherlyn Hauri, his most precious loved sister Joelle Radke and his lady Crystal Peil and Drake and Troy, her sons he loved and his dad Roger Schultz. A visitation is scheduled for Sun, August 29, 2021 from 1:00pm until 4:00pm at his mother’s home in Gages Lake, IL. All funeral services were entrusted to Strang Funeral Chapel and Crematorium, 410 East Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030. For more information please contact (847)223-8122. 

Carol Ann Servis

May 3, 1941 – August 24, 2021

Our beloved mother, Carol Servis, passed away August 24, 2021 at her home in Gurnee IL, surrounded by family and friends.  Carol is survived by her loving husband  James Servis, daughters Julie Scull (Jeff Goelz), Lana Kinberg (Guy Kinberg), son Phil Apostle, and step children James Servis Jr., (Chris Servis) and Rhonda Tessin.

Carol is loved and cherished by her grandchildren, Monty Apostle, Clayton Apostle, Savannah Apostle, Coltrane Apostle, Joey Tessin  (Katie Bennett), Kaitlyn Larson and Bella Tessin. She is blessed with two great grandchildren, Lincoln Tessin and Quinn Tessin.

She also leaves behind her sister Diana Depree (the late Jay Depree) and many nieces and nephews, including Ralph Menotti (Laura Menotti), Lisa Menotti, Laura “apple face” Pollachioli, Susan McClain (Brett McClain),  Joel Henderson (Marcia Henderson), and cousins Rose Klemmer, Mel Doerr (Gary Haverkamp), Mary Bursich, and many more.

Our mother was one-of-a-kind. Unique in every way imaginable and her passing leaves an enormous gap in our family.  With the passing of her sister Marianne Menotti, Carol graciously became the Matriarch and glue for this group.  She was proud of her family and each held a special place in her heart.  She would tell stories of events in her life and with each memory, you could hear and feel the joy, pride, humor and love for those she shared her life.

In her younger years, she attended beauty school and became a professional hair stylist working alongside her then husband, and our father, Peter Apostle, at Peter’s Den, the shop they opened in Deerfield IL. She later opened her own salon, Max Capelli in Northbrook, prior to successful careers in Real Estate and Insurance.  Mom also talked about her days in retail sales at Neiman Marcus where she was moving her way up to management.  We think this is where her love for shopping and signature style began.   And, of course, we will never forget her start up company, Carol Ann’s Ridiculously Delicious Toffee – her own recipe that no one, despite years of trying – could ever duplicate.

Our mother loved to have fun.  She enjoyed camping, fishing, tennis, singing, dancing, laughing, shopping and spending time with her family. She, along with Jim, Julie, Mel, Marianne and Lisa joined the Not-So-Serious bowling league and tore up the lanes every Monday night.  She was never at a loss for her voice when singing along to Jim and Phil playing guitar, which was her most precious pastime.

She enjoyed planning family trips, and each Christmas we were met with a new adventure.  Even her wedding to Jim was a special event, including everyone dressing in Period clothing. She was forever building family memories.

Carol will be missed, and as each day passes, we are filled with more warm memories. She was supported and loved by so many, and that has continued on for us as we further prepare to say our final farewell to our beautiful and adored mother.  She lived the way she wanted to live her life and this lesson we will hold close to our hearts and promise to do the same through the remaining of ours.

“And in the end, it’s not the years in a life. It’s the life in the years” -Abraham Lincoln

Our mother has requested no formal services, aside from a celebration of life to be held November 14 at the Heather Ridge Golf Club for family and friends.  More information to follow. 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 contact (847)223-8122.

On August 2, 2021, Brian E. Hilty passed from this world at the young age of 50 to start anew in the loving hands of the Lord and God our father.  Free from pain and medical challenges, he is at peace.

Brian is survived by his wife, Diane (nee Barowsky) Hilty; father, Harold “Bud” Hilty; pet cats, Lily, Elwood, and Daisy. Uncle to Natalie, Hailey, Alicen, and Hunter; godfather to Kayla Dietz; nephew to Cathy (Leo) Lopez, and Phillip (Debbie) Martin.  His mother, Deanna (nee Martin) Hilty preceded Brian in death. 

Born in NW Indiana, Brian made his way to Illinois in the late ‘90s  to begin his professional career.  He secured a position with Grainger where he spent nearly 25 years in positions of increasing responsibility and the recipient of numerous recognitions. It was at Grainger that Brian met some of his dearest friends, and mentors.

When not working Brian filled many hours fine-tuning his guitar playing skills, eventually playing lead for many local bands.  Performing for his friends and fans throughout Lake County was his greatest joy.  Brian was a dedicated volunteer and board member for a local TNR non-profit, in addition to being affiliated with Children’s International for 20 years.

A loving husband, son, uncle, nephew, and brother-in-law, Brian will be missed for his wit, candor, and sage advice. To be around him was to be better.  Brian’s life will be celebrated with a memorial service at Strang Funeral Chapel, 410 E. Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030 on Saturday, August 28, 2021 at 2:00pm.  A memorial visitation will be held on Saturday at the funeral chapel from 12:00pm until 2:00pm.  In lieu of flowers, the family asks to honor Brian with a gift to any of the following organizations: www.spayandstay.org; www.lymediseaseassociation.org; and www.children.org.  For more information, please call (847)223-8122.   

Joanne M. Reinbold, 81, of Lincolnshire, IL passed away peacefully at her home on August 16, 2021.  She was born December 16, 1939 in Milwaukee, WI to Robert and Edna Ramsey.  Joanne earned a Marketing degree from Marquette University where she met her loving husband, Robert.  They married shortly after graduation, moved to Chicago, IL and were blessed with raising five children in their 59 years of marriage.

Joanne was a gentle soul and joyfully devoted her life to her Catholic faith and to raising her family.  She loved being a homemaker.  Joanne was an excellent cook and an avid reader, immersing herself in spiritual reading.  She also enjoyed gardening, sewing, knitting, and crafting.  In her later years, Joanne volunteered at the Marytown Gift Shop.

Joanne is survived by her husband, Robert, whom she wed in 1962.  She is further survived by her children, Joseph (Angelyn), Robert (Julie), Mary, Susan (Jeffrey), and Kathryn (Percy); her grandchildren Lauren (Josh), Alex (Olivia), Justin, Kaitlyn, Emily, Olivia, Isabelle, Dominic, Percy, and Genevieve; and great-granddaughter Kennedy.  She is preceded in death by her parents and son-in-law, Robert Tate.

A funeral mass will be held at St. Peter Catholic Church, 27551 Volo Village Rd, Volo, IL. 60073 on Saturday, August 21, 2021 at 11 am.  Interment will be held at Ascension Catholic Cemetery in Libertyville, IL.  A visitation will be held at Strang Funeral Chapel, 410 E Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL  60030 on Friday, August 20, 2021 from 4pm – 9pm.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Joanne’s name for mass stipends.  For more information, please call 847-223-8122.

Joseph Janusz, 91 a resident of Grayslake, IL, passed away August 12, 2021 at Advocate Condell Medical Center in Libertyville, IL. 

He was born May 10, 1930 in Poland to Frank and Helen Janusz. He and his family survived labor camps during the war in Germany. He came to the United States in 1949. Learning a new language while working on a labor farm he was drafted into the United States Army during the Korean War. He served in the motor pool. It was there he learned his lifelong trade as an auto mechanic.

He never missed a day of work and always strived to provide a better way of life for his family. He never complained and had a work ethic like none other.

He lived for his grandchildren and great grandchildren always kissing their pictures that hung on the refrigerator !

His voice was loud and his hugs truly took your breath away…. Ask anyone !

Until we meet again rest in peace DAD !

Joseph is survived by his wife of 61 years, Anna Janusz, his sons Rich (Suzanne) Janusz and Bob (Nan) Janusz, his grandchildren Brody Janusz, Brittney Munson, Bailey (Tyler) Daniels, Alex Janusz, Tommy Janusz, his great-grandchildren Brixton Monette, Grady Daniels, and Goldie Daniels, and his sister Regina Danek. He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother Steve Janusz.

A memorial visitation will be held at Strang Funeral Chapel, 410 E. Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030 on Sunday, August 22, 2021 from 1:00pm until 4:00pm.  Interment will be held privately.  For more information, please call (847)233-8122 or log onto www.strangfuneral.org

Louis S. Palka, passed away August 11, 2021 following a brief battle with pulmonary fibrosis.  He was born September 28, 1953 to Louis and Esther (nee: Chmura) Palka.  Louis leaves behind his wife, Susan, and his treasured daughters Dana Palka and Tracy (Christopher) Moscato.  He also leaves behind his 5 sisters and 2 brothers, Frances (Alex) Berlanga, Barbara Kuhns, Anna (Roy) Centanni, Brian Palka, Debra Salmon, Timothy (Marie) Palka, Katherine (James) Kirschenmann and many loved nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, we ask that you make donations to the American Lung Association in his memory.  Go Cubbies! Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030.  For information, please call 847-223-8122 or visit www.strangfuneral.org.

Douglas A Rockenbach, long time resident of Grayslake , Il passed away peacefully August 4, 2021 in Lake Forest, Il. Born on March 28, 1925 , he was 96 years young. Doug was preceded in death by his beloved wife Bonnie (2016), his cherished son Gary (1995), and his older sister Marjorie Rasmussen (2021).  He is survived by his oldest son Gregg (Marlene),his daughter Gail (John)Vitols, his granddaughter Stephanie Ponce and his three great great grandsons, Presley, Payton, and Memphis. 

He was born and raised in Grayslake, Il.  After graduating from Warren Township high school in June of 1943, he was drafted into the US Army. He saw action as a combat engineer, in North Africa, Italy, France, Belgium and ended his duty near Munich Germany.  After returning home from service,  he married his high school sweetheart Bonnie Winters. They built their dream home on Westerfield Place where they resided for over 70 years and lived and loved the American dream. Doug was a true gentleman whose word was his bond.  A thoughtful and generous man, he also quietly lent a helping hand to many who needed assistance. Doug was also very active in community organizations, including the Lake County Easter Seal Society as chairman and board member and Commander of the Grayslake American Legion Post 659.  Douglas was owner of Rockenbach Chevrolet, founded in 1925,  for over 50 years. Over the years he built the dealership into a powerhouse. The Megastore, as it was often called, was a sales leader for Chevrolet in the Chicago market for many years.  His industry achievements include Time Magazine Quality Dealer of the Year, four-time General Motors Dealer of the year, Chairman of the Illinois Auto Dealers Association, and President of the Chicago and Northwest Indiana Chevy Dealers Advertising Association.  One highlight of his time as president of the advertising association was signing Michael Jordan to his first contract as spokesperson for the Chevy dealers and was in studio during Michael’s first commercial shoot.  He leaves a lifetime of fond memories for all who knew him. Doug will also be honored later this month as a Grayslake history maker by the Grayslake History Museum. He is the first individual to be so honored. A life well lived.

Funeral arrangements were held privately and entrusted to Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL . A celebration of life will be scheduled in the coming weeks.  Remembrance donations can be sent to The Grayslake Historical society or to A Cure In Sight, an organization that supports the ocular melanoma community. Web address:  acureinsight.org. For more information please contact (847)223-8122 or visit www.strangfuneral.org.

Muriel M. McKee, 67, a resident of Grayslake, IL, passed away July 29, 2021 at her home.  She was born June 10, 1954 in Chicago, IL to Muriel and Paul D. McKee.  Muriel grew up in Chicago and worked for Marshall Fields for over 30 years.  She was a loving aunt to many of her nieces and nephews.  Muriel is survived by her siblings Judy (Chuck) Shill of Poplar Grove, IL, Paul (Dianne) McKee of Bartlett, IL and Tony (Kathy) Kaminski of Rolling Meadows, IL.  She was preceded in death by her parents Muriel (nee: Gronek) and Paul D. Mckee and her brothers Mark and Victor.  A memorial visitation and service will be held on Sunday, August 29, 2021 from 11:00am until 12:00pm with the memorial service commencing at 12:00pm at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030.  In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the family.  For more information please contact (847)223-8122 or log onto www.strangfuneral.org.

Ernest A. Van Es, age 81, a resident of Grayslake, passed away at his home on July 31, 2021.  He was born on April 16, 1940 in Lake Forest to Antone and Gertrude Van Es.  Ernie was a proud Marine Corp Veteran and was a Marine through and through.  He loved downhill skiing, fishing, biking, golfing, and spending time in the mountains. He loved to drive and was often known as the human GPS.  He helped run the Marine Toys for Tots for many years and loved giving back to children in need.  Ernie was a proud franchise owner of Juice Plus.  Ernies love for skiing helped him become a great ski instructor and worked with the National Blind Skiing foundation.  The most important part of Ernies life was his family and his devotion to them.  He was an amazing father, husband and friend to all.  He brought happiness to everyone he met.  Ernest is survived by his wife of 52 years, Lorna; his children, Keith of Dillon, CO and Kirsten (Eric) Hess of Antioch; his sister Charlotte (Gary) Gustafson of Poplar Grove; and nieces and nephews.  He was preceded in death by his parents and sister-in-law, Susan Blythe. 

A funeral service will be held on Friday, August 6, 2021 at 2pm at Strang Funeral Chapel, 410 E Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030.  A visitation will be held on Friday at the funeral chapel from 11am until the time of service.  Interment will be held privately.  For more information, please call 847-223-8122 or visit www.strangfuneral.org.

Robert Joseph “RJ” Wegrzyn, Jr., age 30, passed away on Friday, July 23, 2021.  He was born on July 14, 1991 to Robert and Christine (nee Davis) Wegrzyn. 

Upon graduating from Waukegan High School, he had several different jobs, while searching for the right opportunity.  Being mechanically inclined, he found the opportunity with CSC Service Works.  It took little time for him to receive a promotion which took him to Kansas City.  RJ loved hanging out with family (especially his cousins), the Chicago Bears and rock music.  He was a motorcycle enthusiast…particularly Harleys.  Riding with his dad was always one of his happiest, most memorable times of his life.  RJ’s love for motorcycles led him to become a member of the motorcycle club know as Creed MC.  There he formed special bonds and a brotherhood unlike anything before.  He loved going on trips with them and just chilling at the clubhouse with his buddies.  He always referred to them as his second family. 

RJ is survived by his father, Robert; sibling, Oliver; many aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends; his maternal grandparents, Lance and Mary Davis; and his beloved fur babies, Bean and Felix.  He was preceded in death by his mother, Christine; and paternal grandparents, Walter and Anna Marie Wegrzyn.

RJ was a truly good hearted soul and he made friends of strangers just by entering a room.  No one could resist that beautiful smile and contagious laugh. 

A memorial service will be held on Sunday, August 8, 2021 at 2pm at Strang Funeral Chapel, 410 E Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030.  A memorial visitation will be held on Sunday at the funeral chapel from 11am until the time of service.  Interment will be held privately.  In lieu of flowers, his family requests donations in his name be sent to Creed MC, 1222 W. Rollins Road, Round Lake Heights, IL 60073.  The club gives donations received to many wonderful charities.  For more information, please call 847-223-8122 or visit www.StrangFuneral.org.  

James “Jim” Poremba passed away on July 31, 2021 at his home in Grayslake.  He was the beloved husband of Patricia (Pat) nee Oksinski for 58 wonderful years. Loving father of Susan (Paul) Skowronski, David (Keith Jerdee) Poremba, and Michael (Tanya) Poremba.  Caring grandfather of Amanda (Miguel) Escobar, Michael (Lela) Skowronski, Katie (Brandon) Franz, Allyson, Emily, Nicholas, Blake, Jonathan, Steven and step grandfather to Kendra and Eric.  Son of the late John Poremba and Selma Poremba nee Bogaczyk.  Cherished brother of the late Dennis Poremba.  Also, survived by daughter-in-law Kathy (Rich) Yamada.  Longtime resident of Chicago and Grayslake.  Enjoyed the Wisconsin Northwoods Minocqua area where he had a cabin for over 20 years.  Served 26 years at Zenith Electronics as a RF electrical design engineer and was proud of many achievements mainly helping on the development of the last Transoceanic radio known as the R7000.  Also, served 9 years as an electrical engineer at Shure Brothers Inc. working on the first UHF wireless microphone system.  Proud alumni of Illinois Institute of Technology and St. Patrick High School.  

A visitation will be held at Strang Funeral Chapel, 410 E. Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030  on Monday, August 2, 2021 from 4:00pm until 8:00pm.  A funeral Mass will be held at St. Mary of the Annunciation Catholic Church, 22333 W. Erhart Road, Mundelein, IL 60060 on Tuesday, August 3, 2021 at 10:00am.  Interment will be held at St. Mary’s Cemetery.  For more information, please call 847-223-8122 or visit www.StrangFuneral.org.