John F. McMahon, 66, a resident of Round Lake, IL, passed away February 2, 2021 at his home. He was born August 2, 1953 in Libertyville, IL to John and Joan McMahon. A visitation is scheduled from 9:00am until 1:00pm on Tuesday, February 9, 2021 at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030. The funeral mass will follow at 1:00pm at St. Gilbert Catholic Church 301 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030. Interment will be held privately. For more information please contact (847)223-8122 or log onto www.strangfuneral.org.

Michael Scott Cederberg, 67, a resident of Chicago, Illinois, passed away January 29, 2021 at his home.  He was born July 3, 1953 at St. Therese Hospital in Waukegan, IL to Richard Sr. and Arlene (nee: Haffner) Cederberg.  Preceded in death by his parents Richard and Arlene Cederberg, Michael was raised in Grayslake, Illinois along with his surviving brother Richard Jr and sister Beth A. Jeffers of Grayslake.

Michael was a proud graduate of Concordia High School and Concordia Junior College in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. He received his BA degree in Education at Concordia University Seward, Nebraska in 1975.  Certified as a called “Minister of the Gospel”, Michael began his ministry at an inner-city parish in St. Louis, Missouri. A year later, he accepted a call to teach and coach at St. John’s Lutheran church in San Francisco, California.

In 1978, Michael moved to Chicago’s westside where he was employed by Bethel Lutheran School in West Garfield Park. There he taught multiple subjects and grades, coached sports, and became active in the church and as a board member of the non-profit housing and service organization, Bethel New Life.

While teaching and attending night school in late 1980s, Michael earned a Masters Degree in Counseling from Northeastern Illinois University. This paved the way for a career as a Chicago Public School elementary school counselor and a move of his residence to his beloved, diverse and “controversial” Uptown Community of Chicago.

Among others, he worked at Riis Elementary School, Webster, Blaine, Gale, and Arai (now Uplift College Prep, a “sustainable school”) in his home community of Uptown – just two blocks from his condo.

Michael relished the opportunity of career placements in “tough schools” on west, south and north sides of Chicago, where he could counsel and support inner city kids extra-curricular activities and academics.  As a counselor, he dealt with discipline issues, supported special education compliance, enabled team meetings of professional nurses, psychologists, and teachers in support of families.  But his passion was going beyond the norm with assistance to dozens of kids and families each year – counseling them in high school placement options, assisting families with applications and providing transition assistance to families that otherwise might be challenged by the complex system of high school enrollment.

In his early adulthood, Michael played softball on the lake, later joined a dart team and league, and throughout his life, associated himself with church-based basketball groups and volunteered as a referee.  Michael became, over time, an avid swimmer and bicyclist, and in 2020, amidst the pandemic, was routinely riding 30 miles a day.

Michael was a proud member of the Chicago Teacher’s Union, believed in social justice and community development; and, was active and in leadership roles in his home Lakeview Lutheran Church, where he was a long-time member. There, he brought his experience to bear in community services and affordable housing initiatives. Mike was a member of Northside Action for Justice, that fights for social, environmental, health and economic justice, as well as educational opportunities at his local Uplift High School — a place with friends and a swimming pool that he frequented.

Mike was beloved by many from his life’s journey.  Former students, co-workers, roommates and community volunteers became close and lifelong friends.  He was close with sister Beth and brother Rich, who with him, enjoyed escapes to a remote family home on the lake in Elcho, Wisconsin.

A MEMORIAL SERVICE will be held on February 20, 2021 at 1:00pm at St. Luke Church 1500 W. Belmont, in Chicago.  For details on how to reserve in-person or online streaming attendance, contact or visit Lakeview Lutheran Church for information to follow

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MICHAEL CEDERBERG MEMORIAL FUND donations may be made online at bit.ly/UptownYouth or by mail to Lake View Lutheran Church 835 W. Addison Chicago, IL 60613. The fund will look to support engagement of elementary school kids in the community of Uptown and performing arts, and in promotion of Uplift, a sustainable community high school. Donations are also encouraged for the American Heart Association 300 South Riverside Plaza Suite 1200 Chicago, IL 60606. Michael was interred at Highland Memorial Park Cemetery in Libertyville, IL. All funeral arrangements were entrusted to Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium, 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL. For information, call 847-223-8122 or visitwww.strangfuneral.org

Jack L. Clooney, 87, a resident of Grayslake, IL, passed away Sunday, January 31, 2021 at his home.  He was born February 1, 1933 in Hollywood, CA to John and Dorothy Clooney. Jack graduated from Grayslake HS in 1950 and then served four years in the Air Force, two of them in England. After the military, he worked at Fansteel in North Chicago as a Data Processing Manager for 45 years.

In retirement, he enjoyed flying planes in the Saddlebrook Farms RC Flyers Club. He was also a model train enthusiast. He had a twinkle in his eye, wonderful Irish wit and never had an unkind word to say about anyone. He was generous to a fault and loved by all who knew him.

Jack married his high school sweetheart Sharon in 1952 and they were happily married for 68 years.  He is survived by Sharon and his children Laurel (Richard) Schwery, Erin Clooney, Kelly Ann Glass, Patrick Robert Clooney, and Ryan Matthew (Jennifer) Clooney, his grandchildren Robert (Stacy) Schwery, Blake (Cindy) Schwery, Brianey (Tony) Barten, Jillian (Jay) Heinz, Matthew Kaurin, Sydney Clooney, Jac Clooney, Sawyer Clooney, Brynn Clooney, Eleri Clooney,  great-grandchildren Brandon, Jared, Blake, Paige, Teagan, Caden, Drew, Emily, Brody, and Reagan, his sister Maureen (Robert) Schroeder, and his sister-in-law Candace (John) Patton.  He was preceded in death by his son Kevin, his grandsons Garrett Wysocki and Jake McGrady, and his son-in-law Mark Wysocki.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Wounded Warrior Project.  All funeral arrangements were entrusted  to Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium, 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL. For information, call 847-223-8122 or visit www.strangfuneral.org. 

John W. Ramel, 52, passed away Saturday, January 23, 2021.  He was born January 8, 1969 in Chicago, IL.  John is survived by his father and step-mother William Ramel and Joan Wood-Ramel, his son Jayden Ramel, his siblings Nancy (Luke) Mudd and Christopher (Trisha) Ramel, and his niece and nephews Luke, Jack, Giana, and Nic.  He was preceded in death by his mother Susan Ramel.  All funeral services were held privately and entrusted to Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium, 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL. For information, call 847-223-8122 or visit www.strangfuneral.org.

Jack E. Roche, 69, a resident of Wonder Lake, IL, passed away Thursday, January 21, 2021 at his home.  He was born May 15, 1951 in Chicago, IL to Calvin and Mildred Roche.  Jack had worked for many car dealerships including Martin Chevy, Courtesy, Rockenbach, and Raymond Chevrolet.  He enjoyed working outside and had a passion for cars.  Jack is survived by his wife of 29 years, Patricia, his daughter Nicole (Don) Roche-Waterloo, his step-children Trina Ciro and Michael Ciro, his grandchildren Beverly, Giana, Giovani, Andrew, Amanda, and Angelica, his siblings June (Jack) Colburn and Roger (Noreen) Roche, and many nieces and nephews.  He was preceded in death by his parents, his siblings Tommy, Jimmy, and Nancy, and his step-son Tony Ciro.  In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the family in care of the funeral chapel.  All funeral arrangements were entrusted to Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium, 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL. For information, call 847-223-8122 or visit www.strangfuneral.org.

Jack D. Wood, 84, a resident of Ingleside, IL, formally of Wheeling, passed away Wednesday, December 30, 2020 at his home. He was surrounded by his loving family. He was born June 3, 1936 in Chicago, IL to Robert and Anne Wood.

Jack was a SeaBee veteran of the Navy. He attended Western Michigan on a football scholarship until a knee injury. He worked for AT&T, Illinois Bell through their transition back to AT&T for 34 years with multiple craft positions and promotions and retired as a manager. He was an avid golfer and loved spending time in Door County with family and friends. He was a loyal and loving husband. He was loved and cherished by all who crossed his path. He was a supportive, generous, and encouraging father and a beloved father in law. He enjoyed attending his grandchildren’s events and snuggling his great grandchildren. He will be dearly missed and forever live in our hearts.

Jack is survived by his devoted wife of 62 years, Yolanda “Lonnie” Wood, his children Jack V. (Katie) Wood, Cheryl Wood, Nancy (Jeff Scharfe) Wood, and Michael (Dani) Wood, his grandchildren Sean Wood, Jacqueline (Russ) Johannesson, Alex Scharfe, Isabella Wood, and Victoria Wood, his step grandchildren Nicholas Juris, Clayton Juris, and Victoria Juris, his great grandchildren Ellie Johannesson and Addison Johannesson and his brother Robert (Patricia) Wood.  He was preceded in death by his parents, his sister Mildred Schaaphok, and daughter in law Kathy Wood.  A memorial visitation and service will be held on Thursday, June 3, 2021 from 11:00am until 1:00pm with the memorial visitation commencing at 1:00pm at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030. Interment will be held privately. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society or to JourneyCare Hospice. For more information please contact (847)223-8122 or log onto www.strangfuneral.org.

Jeanne Haight, 85, passed away on Monday, January 18, 2021 at her home. She was born May 9, 1935 in St. Paul, Minnesota. She is survived by her husband, David of 64 years; her daughter, Arian; son, Brian; four grandchildren; and one great-grandchild.

Jeanne’s favorite relaxation was sitting in her big chair, reading a book and surrounded by her two poodles, she was a poodle lover.

Earlier in her life Jeanne was active as a fencer and in softball. All of her life she was a golfer and bowler. She was a good singer and that talent got her very active in Community Theater, both on stage and behind the scenes. Jeanne made friends  easily, and stayed in touch with many of them.  Her family and friends will all miss her smile and laugh greatly.

Due to Covid-19 restrictions no services are planned.

Memorial contributions may be made to “The National Kidney Fund”.

Boyd Edgar Gustke, was born on June 29, 1939 in Port Huron, Michigan. He passed away on January 18, 2021 at Condell Hospital in Libertyville, Illinois at the age of 81. He was married to Marjorie Sue Gustke for 58 years.

He is survived by his wife and his sister, Shirley Struck, 89, who resides in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. His two son’s, Glenn (Lynnae) and Grant (Tracey), grandchildren Tyler (Brianna), Ciera (James) King, Aly and Jack, and great grandchildren Kyran, Avery and Kelce King.

Boyd worked at Johnson & Johnson for over 20 years, as well as Wells Lamont gloves. He ended his employment career after 25 years with WD40. From the time they were married, Boyd and Sue were involved with the Sunday school and youth groups in the churches they belonged to. He enjoyed shaping young people’s faith and future. He served as President of the congregation at Blessed Savior Lutheran church while living in New Berlin, Wisconsin. He then resided in Libertyville for 40 years and raised his two sons with his wife, Sue. He was a baseball, basketball, and soccer coach for both of his son’s teams and neighborhood kids. He was fondly known as coach to many. He loved playing golf every Saturday with his permanent tee time buddies. Boyd was a dedicated member of Lord of Glory Lutheran church. He and Sue enjoyed many senior social activities with friends.

Boyd left an impact on countless people throughout his life and definitely left his mark on the world. To know him was to laugh and love with him. He was a loving, generous man who will be forever remembered as a dedicated husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather.

In lieu of flowers please make donations to Lord of Glory Lutheran Church, 607 W Belvidere Rd Rt. 120, Grayslake, IL 60030. https://onrealm.org/lordofglory/-/give/now

A celebration of life is being held on Saturday, June 26, 2021 from 1:00pm until 5:00pm at Lord of Glory Church 607 W. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030. For more information, please call (847)223-8122 or visit www.StrangFuneral.org.

Jeannine C. DeRose, 82, a resident of Monroe, WI and formerly of McHenry County, IL, passed away Friday, January 15, 2021 at her home.  She was born July 25, 1938 in Waukegan, IL to Norman and Imogene Bensinger.  Jeannine was a member of St. Raphael Catholic Church.  She enjoyed music, singing in the choir, playing the organ, piano, violin and flute.  Jeannine is survived by her husband of over 20 years, Jerry, her children Mark Naden, Cindy Naden, Sharon Naden, Bonnie (Larry) DeRose, and David (Jessica) Naden, her step-children Debbie(Larry), Sandy (Paul), Jerry (Tina), Terry, Larry (Bonnie), Dena, Carmella (Warren), Michael, Donna (Steve), and Michelle, her grandchildren Joshua, Stephanie, Michael, Nicole, and Jennifer, her 18 step-grandchildren, her 22 great-grandchildren, and her 4 great-great-grandchildren.  She was preceded in death by her parents and her second husband Robert Heinson.  A visitation and funeral mass is scheduled for Thursday, January 21, 2021 from 10:00am until 12:00pm with the funeral mass commencing at 12:00pm at St. Raphael the Archangel Catholic Church 40000 N. Route 45 Old Mill Creek, IL 60046.  Interment will follow at Ascension Cemetery in Libertyville, IL. Memorials may be made to the church.  All funeral arrangements were entrusted to Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium, 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL. For information, call 847-223-8122 or visit www.strangfuneral.org.

Roger Michael DuBay, a resident of Grayslake passed on January 13, 2021 of the COVID-19 virus.

Roger was born in St Paul, Minnesota to the late Sophia and Lester DuBay on October 22, 1934.  Roger graduated from Certin High School in St. Paul, Minnesota and just a few months later enlisted in the US Navy.  Roger was in the Seabees and also served in the Naval Nuclear Power Unit on two separate occasions.  He served in many duty stations both domestically and abroad most notably he wintered over in Antarctica in the early 1960s and also served two tours in Vietnam.  Roger retired from the Navy as a Chief Warrant Office (CWO-3) in 1974 when he moved his family to Wheeling Illinois and started his second career with E.H. Wachs which later became Power Cutting Incorporated (PCI).

While stationed in Elizabeth City, North Carolina, Roger met the love if his life, Lina Williams.  The two were married on September 1, 1956 and spent over 64 years together until Lina passed on November 30, 2020.  They had two children, Donna and Roger Jr.  Roger loved reading, wood working and mostly his family.  Roger was the best grandparent ever, ‘Granddaddy’ as he was called by not only by his own grandchildren but all of their friends as well never missed a meet, competition, dance recital or graduation. Roger also loved to play cribbage and was lovingly referred to as the family cribbage master.  When Lina’s health started failing Roger progressively became her full-time caregiver and no matter how hard it was, Roger was always happy to have her at home with him. 

Roger was preceded in death by his wife, Lina as well as their son, Roger Jr.  He is survived by his daughter Donna DuBay Campagna and her husband James Campagna along with their two children Rachel Sophia Campagna and Garrett James Campagna and Garrett’s wife Rachel Elizabeth. Roger also is survived by his brother Donald DuBay along with Donald’s wife Diane. 

All funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Strang Funeral Chapel, 410 E. Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030.  Due to the pandemic, an immediate family only graveside service will be held at Accession Cemetery on Wednesday, January 20th.  A celebration of Roger’s life with military honors will be planned for when it is safe to do so.

In lieu of flowers, donations to Youth and Family Counseling (counselingforall.org) will be appreciated.  Use the additional comments field in indicate your gift is in memory of Roger DuBay.  For more information, please call (847)223-8122 or visit www.StrangFuneral.org.   

Dean Apple-Renee Starzec, 20, of Round Lake and formerly Grayslake, was born on June 19, 2000 and died peacefully in their home on Thursday January 7, 2021. Dean “Deanie” was known for their quick-wit, selfless nature, positive energy, infectious smile, amazing hugs, wisdom beyond their years, and compassion toward others. They made friends easily, had a keen eye for finding the person in the room who was most in need of a friend, and strived to make others happy. Dean was genuine and fought fiercely not only against cancer, but also to advocate for what was just. Dean loved acting, dancing, singing, nature, music, theatre, reading, interior design, and animals. They loved sunsets, sunrises, and spending time sitting around a bonfire connecting with family and friends. Dean played roles in several musicals and plays over the years and was most proud of their role as Elle Woods in Legally Blonde. Dean also played Penny in Hairspray and Sharpay in High School Musical to name a few. Dean loved musicals with other favorites including Falsettos, Be More Chill, Dear Evan Hansen, Hamilton, and various works from StarKid Productions.

In July of 2020, Dean married their soulmate and best friend of many years in the most authentic and beautiful wedding ceremony. Every person who attended the wedding felt the love Dean and their husband had for each other. This love and marriage added months to Dean’s life and the young couple sought to make the most of each day. Dean spent their last months decorating and designing their place to “make it their home.” Dean was incredibly proud and thankful for how their home and domestic life with their husband came together.

Dean is survived by husband, Reese Starzec; father, Chris Wyeth; mother, Ronni Wyeth; brother, Nick Wyeth; grandmother, Sharon Wyeth; parent in-laws, Jason and Lisa Starzec; sibling in-laws, Jennifer, Harrison, Tristan, Bryce, and Jolie Starzec; best friends, Kelly Yoder, Jackie Hilliard, Elijah Janssen-Weitz, Pete Sloan; and many other close family members and friends.

Those who choose to give a financial gift to honor Dean are asked to make a contribution in their name to the American Cancer Society, Make-a-Wish of Illinois, JourneyCare, Ronald McDonald House, Lurie Children’s Foundation, or the Sarcoma Foundation of America. There will be no funeral or memorial service; however, Dean’s life can be commemorated by planting a tree, helping a neighbor, sitting around a bonfire and sharing stories about Dean, or paying it forward to someone else in a meaningful way.

Hildegard H. Pieger, 90, a resident of Grayslake, IL passed away Tuesday, January 12, 2021 at her home.  She was born September 17, 1930 in Romania to Leopold and Aurelia Traczek.  Hildegard was a member of St. Gilbert Catholic Church in Grayslake, IL, the German-American Club in Antioch, and the DANK German American National Congress.  She enjoyed her garden, traveling, and walking.  Hildegard is survived by her children Hildegard (Ted) Geiger and John (Cathy Angerer) Pieger, her grandchildren Erich Geiger, Kelli (Jason) Mule, and Mary (Andrew) Krueger, her great-granddaughters Aubrey and Danielle, her brother Alfred Traczek, and her many nieces and nephews.  She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Ludwig, her grandson Daniel Pieger, and her brothers Frank and Eugene Traczek.  A visitation and funeral mass are scheduled for Tuesday, January 19, 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.  Interment will follow at Ascension Cemetery in Libertyville.  Memorials may be made to St. Gilbert Church.  All funeral arrangements were entrusted to Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium, 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL  For information, call 847-223-8122 or visit www.strangfuneral.org.

Peggy L. Burk, 70, a resident of Round Lake Beach, passed away at her home on January 6, 2021 surrounded by her family.   She was born on June 29, 1950 in Lexington , MS for Clyde and Annie Jones.  Peggy is survived by her husband, James; her mother, Annie Jones of Ingleside; her children, Tracy Burk of Round Lake Beach, Michelle Burk of Round Lake Beach, and Rebecca (Donald) Diebert of Aberdeen, WA; her grandchildren, Christopher Burk, Zachery Burk, Kaitlyn Diebert, and Breanna Deibert; her siblings, Myrtle (Brian) Palmer, Bruce (Judy) Jones, Barbara Hawkins, and Mark (Karen) Jones.  She was preceded in death by her father, Clyde Jones; and brother, Clyde Jones, Jr. 

A funeral service will be held on Thursday, January 14, 2021 at 11:00am at Strang Funeral Chapel, 410 E Belvidere Road, Grayslake, Il 60030. A visitation will be held on Thursday from 10:00am until the time of service.  Interment will immediately follow at Highland Memorial Park in Libertyville. During this time we will be adhering to all COVID-19 guidelines including mandatory wearing of face masks and a maximum of 10 people in the funeral chapel. For more information please contact (847)223-8122 or log onto www.strangfuneral.org.

Marco “Maco” Tulio Caal, from Guatemala was born on October 1, 1948. His first adventure to the U.S. was in 1968 where he shortly lived in Manhattan, New York. He went back to his home country until 1974, and returned to the US where he spent some time in Los Angeles, California, but later stayed in Chicago, Illinois making it his home town. 

He spent 25 years working as a photo technician at K&S Photography. He had a passion for photography, and was very artistic. His hobbies included reading, drawing, sketching-  in particular caricatures, and sharing many jokes. He was the uncle who always had the coolest, up-to-date gadgets, and the latest technology. 

He enjoyed playing with his nieces and nephews. At every gathering you could find him taking pictures and creating wonderful memories. No matter time nor place, Marco would always wear his cap and flannel shirt. That was his signature look. 

God called Marco to heaven on January 2, 2021 where he was relieved of sickness and pain, and joins his father Roberto, mother Emilia, and brothers Rolando, Rene, and Humberto. He will be remembered for his caring character, and loving spirit. He is survived by siblings Mario, Teresa, Maritza, and Walter.  Loving nieces Dinora, Sandra, Alma, Wendy, Sandy, Jennifer, Emily, Stephanie, and nephews Jorge, Mario, Charlie, Vini, Joe, along with many more great nieces and nephews.

A visitation is scheduled for Friday, January 8, 2021 from 10:00am until 11:00am with a Funeral Mass commencing at 11:00am at St. Gilbert Catholic Church, 301 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030.  Interment will be held at Ascension Catholic Cemetery in Libertyville immediately following Mass .  Arrangements were entrusted to Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium, 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL  For information, call 847-223-8122 or visit www.strangfuneral.org.