Scott W. Harrington of Cape Coral, FL passed away on July 10, 2020 at the age of 62. He is survived by his loving wife of 31 years, Stephany Christiansen-Harrington, and daughter, Meg M. Harrington. Scott is lovingly remembered by his sister Linda Harrington-Croft, cousin, Daryl Johnson, brother, Andy Tsengouras and family, Karen Pond, cousin, and many more. Scott was born on September 24th in Chicago to Edward and Marilyn Harrington. He had two siblings, Eddie Harrington and Linda Harrington-Croft. He graduated from Niles West High School in 1976. Soon after, he joined a new start-up company, Enterprise Services Inc (ESI) where he started his customer service and IT career.  Through this company he met many great friends and traveled to most states.  In 1989 he married his love, Stephany Christiansen.  In the 1990’s, this company was acquired by McKesson, where Scott moved up to management and led the customer service department for many years. In 2013, he joined CDW Inc., as a Configurations Supervisor. However, after a move, in 2016, to Cape Coral Florida, he joined 21st Century Oncology, where he worked as a level one Tech. Advisor. 

His pride and joy is his daughter, Megan and his love for Stephany.  Scott loved technology, music, scuba diving, cooking, charity and most of all people. He was a positive, warm person who loved everyone he met. There was hardly a person who did not love Scott upon meeting him. He was the life of the party and pushed people to try new things. He was active in the Exchange Club of Grayslake for many years, as well as helping at events through the Grayslake Lions Club and Cape Coral Irish Club. It was his dream to move and retire in Florida. He touched many lives through his 62 years and will continue to be lovingly remembered. 

There will be a virtual service in the coming weeks. Please watch social media or reach out to family for the date. A celebration of Scott’s life will be announced at a later date. 

Charles “Jerry” Kramer, 85, a resident of Round Lake, passed away Tuesday, July 14, 2020 at his home.  He was born March 25, 1935 in Chicago, IL to Arthur and Mary Kramer.  Jerry was a veteran having served with the US Air Force.  He worked at the Cook County Courthouse for many years.  Charles enjoyed bowling, was a die hard Cubs fan, and was well known for his sweet tooth especially Jolly Ranchers, jelly beans, and chocolate.  Jerry is survived by his daughters Debbie (James) Bruebach, Beth (Larry) Padilla, and Angie (David) Padilla, his grandchildren Monica Daletski, Jessica Daletski, Jamie Bruebach, Emma Bruebach, Avery Bruebach, Morgan Padilla, Jaden Padilla, Manuel Padilla, Madison Padilla, and Landen Padilla, his great-grandchildren Brody Padilla and Bentley Padilla, and his sister Fran Schatz.  He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Maureen Kramer, and his sister Elsie Mitchnick.   A memorial visitation and memorial service is scheduled for Saturday, July 25, 2020 at 1:00pm until 3:00pm with the memorial service commencing at 3:00pm at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030.  Interment will be held privately.  In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Stroke Association www.stroke.org.  For more information please contact (847)223-8122 or log onto www.strangfuneral.org.

Connie Henderson died peacefully on July 12^th, 2020 in Chicago, IL.  She was 92 years young. Connie was born on February 17^th, 1928 in Flint, MI to parents Forest and Norma Fournier.  She grew up in Sebewaing, MI and later attended Berea College in KY.  After marrying David Henderson, Connie worked in the medical and educational fields before turning her focus to homemaking.  In subsequent years, Connie gave freely of her time teaching others to knit, dance and appreciate the music of the Big Band era, where she loved showing off her encyclopedic knowledge of the American Songbook.  She was also an avid traveler, whitewater kayaker, beauty queen, teller of naughty jokes and the baker of the best sourdough bread on the planet. Throughout her life, Connie was blessed to have many devoted family members and friends.  She used to say this often; “There are friends, there is family, and then there are friends that become family.” Connie is survived by her son Scott Henderson of Grayslake, IL; his wife Susan Henderson; their children Tyler Waugh, Max Henderson and son in-law Al Carlson. She is preceded in death by her husband David Henderson; her son Michael Henderson; her brother Richard Fournier; her father Forest Fournier; her mother Norma Fournier and her brother Douglas Fournier.

A memorial service will take place sometime in the spring wherein all are welcome to celebrate Connie’s wonderful life.  In lieu of flowers, kindly contribute as able: Payee; College of Lake County Foundation, 19351 West Washington Street Grayslake, IL 60030 Memo; Connie & Michael Henderson Jazz Preservation Fund

Recent recording of Connie: https://youtu.be/Gx8An90gCCg

Remigio M. Payawal, age 80, of Gurnee, passed away Saturday June 27, 2020 at 12:17am, surrounded by his loving family.  He was born July 4, 1939 in Sta. Ana, Pampanga, Philippines to Santiago and Catalina.  In 1973 he came to America and worked as an accountant until retirement in 2003.  He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Connie, whom he married on January 25, 1970 at Sta. Rita de Casia Phil-Am Life Parish, Quezon City, Philippines; his children, Paul (Judy), Allan (Mary Grace), Marjorie, Joseph (Liezl), John James (Alexa); his grandchildren, Jessica, Jaison, Ryan, Trinity, Brennan, Bethany, Calvin, Vanessa, Carson, Vivian, Adelyn, Everly, Otis; his brother Nicanor (Onita), and sisters, Concepcion, Victoria.  He was preceded in death by his parents and his sisters, Felicidad and Rosita.  His life will be celebrated in memory of the love for his family and his happiness around them.   A funeral mass will be held at 10:00am on Friday, July 3, 2020 at St. Paul the Apostle Church, 6401 Gages Lake Road in Gurnee, IL 60031 followed by a visitation from 12:00pm until 3:00pm at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium, 410 E. Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030.  For information, please call 847-223-8122 or log on to www.strangfuneral.org.

• Diana E. Roszkowiak, 77, a resident of Grayslake, passed away at Advocate Condell Medial Center on Sunday June 21, 2020. She was born on October 1, 1942, to Charles and Stella Knudtson. Diana was a member of St. Gilbert Catholic Church. She was known to all by her love for Jesus and Mary and her devotion to the Infant of Prague. She enjoyed sewing, singing, gardening, and traveling up north. Diana was a devoted wife, wonderful mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, a loving sister and aunt who enjoyed spending time with her family. Diana is survived by her 14 children, Jennifer(Rick) Elfering Crivitz, WI, Quintin(Cheryl) Bartlett, IL, Jeffrey(Lori) Chantilly, VA, Polly(Antonio)Klein, Grayslake, IL, Timothy(Traci) Pleasant Prairie, WI, Jason(Elizabeth), Arlington Heights, IL, Julie(Warren)Tochor, Grayslake, IL, Chad(Alexandra), Antioch, IL, Brandon, Maple Grove, MN, Peggy(Joseph)Kelton, Wonder Lake, IL, Derek(Leah) Melbourne, FL, Gavin(Cynthia), Grayslakes, IL, Wendy(Patrick)Fonk, Sturtevant, WI, Austin(Natasha), Libertyville, IL, Diana was the proud grandmother to Darlene, Charlotte, Raynard, Amanda, Justin, Joseph, Catherine, Christopher,<Gerard, Jeremy, Ryan, Amanda, Justin, Emily, Jacob, Alyssa, Amber, Xavier, Ava, Taylor, Trenton, Teah, Angelica, Darrion, Monica, Hudson, Isaac, Theodore, Vincent, Kaden, Isabelle, Wyatt, Sawyer, Peyton, Alivia, Owen, Evelyn, Victor, Louisa, Roman,<Oliver, Walter, Augustus, Gabriella, Jameson, Marek, Myles and was the joyful great-grandmother to Ian, Adeline, Mylo, Ellynor, Emmitt, Luka, Aurora, Jasna, and Gannin. Diana is also survived by her siblings Charles (Diane) Knudtson Jr., the late Michael (Arlene) Knudtson, Abel (Marsha) Knudtson, Christopher (Nancy) Knudtson, and Kevin (Nancy) Knudtson. She was preceded in death by her son Vincent John, her parents, her husband Gerald M. Roszkowiak and her grandchildren Charles Klein and Marcia Elfering. A visitation and funeral mass will be held on Friday June 26, 2020 from 10:00 A.M. till 11:00 A.M. with the funeral mass commencing at 11:00am at St. Gilberts Catholic Church 301 E. Belvidere Rd, Grayslake, IL, 60030. Burial will follow at Maryhill Cemetery 8600 N. Milwaukee, Niles IL, 60714.
• Given the current environment the funeral mass will be live streamed, accessible with the following link: https://youtu.be/zvPx4E6HWGQ
• In lieu flowers, memorials can be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital 262 Danny Thomas Pl, Memphis, TN 38105 and
• Wounded Warrior Project 230 W Monroe Street, Suite 200 Chicago, IL 60606. All funeral arrangements were entrusted to Strang Funeral Chapel and Crematorium 410 E. Belvidere Rd, Grayslake, Il, 60030.< For more information please call (847)223-8122

Nancy J. Robison, age 66, passed away peacefully at her home on June 16, 2020, after a long illness. The youngest of three daughters, she was born on August 10, 1953 in Janesville, Wisconsin to Francis and Marianne Flaherty. When she was 13, her family moved to Lighthouse Point, Florida. Nancy fell in love with the beach, and even after she moved back to the Midwest as an adult, she often returned to Florida to bask in the warmth and sunlight—and to visit relatives, especially her sister Tracey, who passed in 2012. Nancy began her career as a teacher, but soon found her true calling as a counselor, helping kids and families through life’s difficulties. After spending some time with Warren Township Youth Services, she and her best friend Phil Kirschbaum opened Gurnee Counseling Center in 1986. Over the years they built a successful business, and she provided comfort, hope, and healing to hundreds of clients. Though she and Phil eventually retired, Gurnee Counseling Center still serves the community today. In 1985 she met her husband Dan Robison at a party on a boat in Waukegan Harbor—they married a year later. She gave birth to her daughter Becky in 1988, and her second daughter, Molly, in 1990. Nancy was a loving wife and mother who did everything she could to keep her family safe and happy. She encouraged her children to pursue their passions with heart, and she provided unfailing support. She also instilled in them an appreciation for knowledge—they watched Jeopardy! together almost every night. Nancy is survived by her husband Dan, her daughters Becky and Molly, her sister Trish, and lots of nieces and nephews. Due to the pandemic, her memorial service will take place next year. In lieu of flowers, her family asks that donations be made to Warren Township Youth Services. Please make checks out to Warren Township Youth Services and include “Nancy F.” in the memo section; mail them to 100 S. Greenleaf St., Gurnee, IL 60031.

Donald C. Miller, age 69, of Grayslake, passed away Wednesday, June 17, 2020 at his home.  Don was born March 2, 1951 in Joliet.  He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Ellen, whom he married on June 23, 1973 at Grace Methodist Church in Joliet; his children, Heather (Matt) Fried, Kim (Jim) DeVitto, Marianne (Aaron) Reichlin, Jeremiah (Julia) Miller, Sarah (Steve) Teipel;  his grandchildren, Brian, Nick, Connor, Brady, Rocco, Grace, Vinny, Talia, Noah, Eleanor, Charlie and James; and a sister, Kathy Fagan.  He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, David Miller.  A drive-through visitation is scheduled for Monday, June 22, 2020 from 3:00pm until 5:00pm at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium, 410 East Belvidere Road, Grayslake, lL 60030. Interment will be at Willow Lawn Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society.    For information, please call 847-223-8122 or log on to www.strangfuneral.org.

Daniel Steven Novak, 59, a resident of Round Lake Beach, IL, passed away June 8, 2020 at Vista East Hospital in Waukegan, IL.  He was born June 4, 1961 in Evergreen Park, IL to Constance and Edward Novak.  Daniel grew up in Hazelcrest, IL and lived for many years in the South Suburbs with his partner of 31 years, Karen Paxton, and their children Steven Novak, Matthew Novak, Justine Novak, and his step-children Sarah (Joseph Artega) Freiburg and Eli Freiburg.  The family moved to the Round Lake area in 2000. Daniel was a fisherman, kayaker, and loved to be on the lakes.  His most important contribution, among many, was as a father and grandfather to Rhyan Daniel Marden, Alexander Eli Arteaga, and Isabella Josephine Arteaga.  Daniel is also survived by his mother Connie Novak and his siblings Glenn Novak and Ginger Exo.  He will be dearly missed.  He was preceded in death by his father Edward Novak and his brother Kenneth Novak.  The family is planning to have an online service at a later date.  In lieu of flowers, please make any donations or condolences to the family care of Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030.  For more information, please contact (847)223-8122 or log onto www.strangfuneral.org.

James Henry Brandes, age 71, a resident of Wildwood, passed away at his home on Thursday, June 4, 2020.  He was born in Kenosha, WI on February 7, 1949 to Henry and Rita Brandes.  James worked at Abbott Labs and was a member of a golf association.   He is survived by his wife, Gloria, whom he married 29 years ago on October 20, 1990 in Libertyville; his step sons, Michael (Kathleen) Aabram of Naperville and David Aabram of San Diego, CA and by nine adoring grandchildren.  He was preceded in death by his mother, Rita, in 1965; his father, Henry, in 2003; and by his sister, Phyllis in 2003.  A private funeral service and burial will be held on Tuesday, June 16, 2020 at Lutheran Church of the Atonement in Barrington.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the American Heart Association.  All arrangements were entrusted to Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium, 410 E. Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030. For more information please contact (847)223-8122 or log onto www.strangfuneral.org.

JoAnne Charlene Cross, 76, a resident of Round Lake, passed away Tuesday, June 2, 2020.  She was born on August 21, 1943 in Chicago to Salvatore and Anne (Catanzaro) Buccola. 

JoAnne is survived by her husband, John of 57 years who she married on April 6, 1963 in Chicago.  She is further survived by her children, Donald (Connie) Cross of Port Washington, WI, Robert Cross of Round Lake, Katharine (Steve) Stanek of Antioch, IL, and Patricia (Kale) Slisz of Plainfield; her grandchildren, Haley Cross of Port Washington, WI, John Slisz of Plainfield, Steven Stanek Jr of Antioch and Matthew Stanek of Antioch; and her brother, Anthony Buccola of Naperville.  She was preceded in death by her parents and her brother, Robert Buccola.

Private family services will be held. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in JoAnne’s name to the USO.  https://secure.uso.org/OM_BRD_ctrl/?sc=WS19SRCH03&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI5qTVgIzk6QIVT77ACh07iAzKEAAYASAAEgJa3PD_BwE

For more information, please contact (847)223-8122 or log onto www.strangfuneral.org.

Andrew D. Prokof, age 28, died peacefully on Saturday, May 30^th, 2020. Andrew was an avid fisherman and a lover of all sports who took great pride in his sheet metal work in the HVAC industry. He was a fan of the Chicago Bears and the St. Louis Cardinals. He loved his country and had great respect for those who served. He enjoyed having a good time and especially loved pushing people’s buttons. He was most proud of his 50-inch musky he caught while fishing in Canada. Andrew had a giving heart, an incredible work ethic, and an outgoing personality, and he was the first to step up if anyone needed help.

Andrew is survived by his parents, David and Nancy Prokof; his sisters, Lauren, Michelle, and Paige Prokof (Tyler Huettig); and many aunts, uncles, and cousins. He is preceded in death by his brother, Kevin Michael Prokof; and his grandparents, Reginald and Ione Prokof and Melville and Betty Eaton.

A visitation will be held from 9:00 am until 1:00 pm on Saturday, June 6th, at Strang Funeral Chapel, 410 East Belvidere Road, Grayslake, Illinois 60030. Due to COVID19, the visitation will be a drive-through service, please do not leave your vehicle. Following the visitation, a burial will be held at Randhill Cemetery, 1700 W. Rand Road, Arlington Heights, IL 60004. All are welcome at the burial but will need to maintain social distancing. The immediate family will be allowed by the gravesite, and everyone else should remain by their cars until the service is over.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made in the memory of Andrew D. Prokof to Take A Vet Fishing at http://takeavetfishing.org.

Timothy P. Vergin passed away on Friday May 15, 2020. He was born in Chicago IL, to the late Mary Ann Vergin (née Raymond) and the late Rudolf A Vergin on November 26, 1960. Timothy is survived by his children: Matthew (Elizabeth) Vergin, and Cayleigh Vergin, his grandchildren: Charlie Vergin and Aubrey Vergin, and his siblings: Rudolf J Vergin, Brian Vergin, and Linda Vergin. He is preceded in Death by his parents Mary Ann Vergin, and Rudolf A Vergin. He was an avid Blackhawks fan who enjoyed cooking, John Wayne movies, and spending time in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan with his family. His fondest memories were his time spent as a first responder with the Mount Prospect Fire Department, and his time as a head coach and president of the Cary-Grove Jr. Trojans Football League. Tim spent most of his life working as a commercial hardware salesman, and project manager. A private memorial will be held with close family members. Please remember Tim during this time and all the memories you have with him. In lieu of flowers please consider donating to the Cary Junior Trojans. Donations can be made in the fundraising section of the website caryjrtrojans.com.  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 call (847)223-8122.