John Zanzucchi, 93, a resident of Lake Villa, Illinois surrounded by his family and loved ones passed away on Wednesday, January 3, 2018 at Advocate Condell Medical Center in Libertyville, Illinois.
He was born in Wehrum, Pennsylvania in 1924 to Mary and Bonfiligio Zanzucchi. He later moved to Green Bay, Wisconsin where he became a die-hard Packer Fan, before settling into Wilmette, Illinois eventually marrying our Larger than Life Mother, Lena – and started his family. He had 8 children. Some say our Mother was the finest decision he ever made.
He was a WWII veteran who was stationed in Germany for his service and he was a dead serious man. He always said what he meant and meant what he said. A FEROCIOUS Democrat, he never wavered in his support of the left, no matter his company.
After the war, he was a glass installer for a considerable time before he became a United States Postal Service Mail Carrier for the last 18 of his working years.
He was a DIE HARD CUBS FAN. You can imagine, at his age, what a big deal the Cubs World Series Championship was to him.
He is survived by 7 of his 8 children: Carole(Mike) Braus, Mary (Warren) Schneider, Ross (Juli) Zanzucchi, Laura (Robert) Allen, Nancy Zanzucchi, Vince (Kathy) Zanzucchi, and Jeff (Desiree) Zanzucchi; he also has an abundance of grandchildren and great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his Wife, Lena of 61 years and his Daughter, Valerie Susan Pouncy.
Godspeed Dad. She’s waiting for you.
A memorial service will be scheduled at a later date.
Lida A. Folinazzo
Lida A. Folinazzo, 88, a resident of Grayslake, IL, passed away Wednesday, January 03, 2018, at her home. She was born June 4, 1929 in Chicago, IL to Angelo and Prima Zanardo. Lida is survived by her children Anthony (Paula) Folinazzo and Joyce Folinazzo, her grandchildren Meghan, Nichola, Kristina, Anthony, Salvatore, and Gina, her great-grandchild Iliza, her sister Eileen Grimm and her son-in-law Sam Suera. She was preceded in death by her husband Anthony, her daughter Janice Suera, and her sister Dorothy Mernin. A visitation is scheduled for Sunday, January 7, 2018 from 4:00pm until 8:00pm at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030. The funeral service is scheduled for Monday, January 8, 2018 at 10:00am at the funeral chapel. Interment will be held following the services at Queen of Heaven Cemetery in Hillside, IL. For more information on services, call (847) 223-8122 or log onto www.strangfuneral.org.
Wilma L. Adams
Wilma L. Adams, 89, a resident of Grayslake, passed away Tuesday, January 2, 2018, at her home. She was born in Westville, IL on her mother’s birthday, April 24, 1928 to William and Josephine (nee: Bertelli) Pellizzari. Wilma graduated from the University of Illinois in 1949, while attending she met her husband of 65 years, James Adams of Wadsworth. She was a life member of the U of I Alumni Association and a current member of the American Association of University Women and the League of Women’s Voters. Wilma was a former Brownie and Girl Scout Leader. She worked as a substitute teacher and as a chemical technician. Wilma enjoyed playing golf and at times was a member of the Brae Loch, Countryside, and Foss Park women’s associations. She was a first year member of the Lake County Ladies Golf Association serving on the board for many years as treasurer. She loved reading books, both in print and on her e-reader. When she and her husband were able, they went dancing as often as possible and made friends with many people with the same love. Wilma was proud of her Alma Mater and told people that combining hers with Jim’s families could boast of 16 Illinois graduates. Wilma is survived by her children Mark, Barbara, and David Adams, and Carol Liberto, her grandchildren Christina (Brandson) Hunter, Ian (Kasey) Liberto, Kaitlin, Lauren, and Andrew Adams, and her great-grandchildren Emerson, Quinlyn, and Beckett Hunter. She was preceded in death by her husband Jim in 2015, her two sons-in-law Ray Lindal, and Tony Liberto, and her sister Marie (John) Freeman. A visitation is scheduled for Sunday, January 7, 2018 from 11:00am until 1:00pm with a funeral service commencing at 1:00pm at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030. Interment will be held privately. For more information on services, call (847) 223-8122 or log onto www.strangfuneral.org.
Louis Sobolewski
Louis Sobolewski, age 95 , a resident of Round Lake, passed away Saturday, December 30, 2017 at Addolorata Villia in Wheeling. He was born in Donora, PA on July 6,1922. Louis was a WWII US Army veteran and member of the Knight of Columbus. He was a graduate of Marquette University and worked as a civil engineer.
He is survived by his children, James, Thomas (Stephanie), Katherine (Roger), John (Laura), Jerome (Heather); 13 grandchildren; 12 great grandchildren; and his beloved nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his wife of 66 years, Dorothy, in 2015, and daughters Margaret and Mary. He is also predeceased by his parents Casimir and Margaret, brothers Eugene and Thaddeus, and sister, Emily.
Friends of the family may visit on Wednesday, January 3, 2018 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium, 410 E. Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030. A funeral mass is scheduled for Thursday, January 4, 2018 at 9:30 a.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 114 Lincoln Avenue, Round Lake, IL 60073. Interment will follow at Ascension Catholic Cemetery in Libertyville. Memorial contributions can be made to St. Joseph Catholic Church or Addolorata Villa.
For information, please call 847-223-8122 or log on to www.strangfuneral.org.
Cathy J. Cartwright
Cathy J. Cartwright, age 46, of Round Lake Beach passed away on December 30, 2017 in Libertyville. She was born on January 5, 1971 in Nashville, TN.
Cathy is survived by her husband, Barry, of 28 years. They were married on April 28, 1989 in Bell Buckle, TN. She is further survived by her father, Erbie Measles; her sons, Brandon and Nicholas Cartwright; and brothers, Tony and Aaron Measles.
Friends of the family may visit from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. on Friday, January 5, 2018 at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium, 410 East Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030. A funeral service is scheduled for Saturday, January 6, 2018 at Strang Funeral Chapel at 11:00 a.m.
Frank S. Stanczyk, Sr.
Frank Stanley Stanczyk, Sr, age 92, of Lake Villa passed away on December 29, 2017. He was born on August 24, 1925 to Stanley and Katherine in Chicago.
Frank served in the United States Army Air Force from October 1943 until 1946. He served with the 308th Bombardment Wing in the South Pacific. He retired from Outboard Marine in Waukegan in 1985 after 32 years.
Frank is survived by his wife, Winifred (nee Herman), of 71 years. He is further survived by his children, Jean (Dale) Zierz, Frank Jr. (Janiene) and Tim (Suzanne); grandchildren, Gina (Rob) Stubbs, Dan (Paula) Fredricks, Vennessa (Ray) Moeller, Jeremiah Millard, Toni (Tom) Paul, Amy (Brian Schultz) Tauscher, Tracy Payne, Steve (Kayla Dusing) Stanczyk; 21 great grandchildren; 2 great great grandchildren; Sister-in-law Mickey Clingerman and family; brother-in-law Russ (Leanne) Herman and family; and many nieces and nephews.
A visitation and memorial service is scheduled for Saturday, January 6, 2018 from 4:00pm until 5:00pm with the memorial service commencing at 5:00pm at 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.
Wilhelmina Oliva
Wilhelmina Oliva, age 77, passed away on Thursday, December 28, 2017 in Hainesville. She was born on July 3, 1940 in Pampanga, Philippines. She worked as accountant.
She is survived by her husband, Antonio Oliva, whom she married on March 25, 1973. She is further survived by her children, Michael (Mona), Michard and Joy (Bart) Mackessy; granddaughter, Myka Oliva; and sister, Nim Villarica. She was preceded in death by her parents, Mayorico and Marcela Sumang; brothers, Rico Sumang, Esmer Sumang; and sister, Pong Hipolito.
A visitation is scheduled for Monday, January 8, 2018 from 4:00pm until 8:00pm at Strang Funeral Chapel 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030. A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, January 9, 2018 at 10:30am at Strang Funeral Chapel, 410 E. Belvidere Rd., Grayslake, IL 60030. Internment will be held at Ascension Cemetery.
Sharon K. Hardy-Gibbs
Sharon Kay Hardy-Gibbs, age 52, a resident of Spring Grove passed away Monday, December 25, 2017 at her home. She was born February 25, 1965 in Chicago to Frank and Alice Gibbs. She is survived by her children, Brittany Clark of Waukegan and Danny Hardy Jr. of Chicago; and grandchildren, Jayden Clark, Kaylee Clark, Xa’nya Bowen, and Raylan Hardy. A visitation and service are scheduled for Saturday, December 30, 2017 from 3:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium, 410 East Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030 followed by a 5:00 p.m. funeral service. Memorial contributions may be made to the family. For information, please call 847-223-8122 or go to www.strangfuneral.org.
Gilbert J. Glader
Gilbert J. Glader, age 90 of McHenry, passed away Wednesday, December 27, 2017 in McHenry. He was born January 16, 1927 in Highland Park. Gil was a union electrician IBEW in local 150 for 38 years. He loved to garden and fish. He was a lifelong Chicago Cubs fan. He loved his family above all. He is survived by his daughters, Patricia (David) Munter of Hastings, MN and Judy (Dale) Johnson of Johnsburg; and his grandchildren, Eric Johnson of Peoria, Kyle Johnson of Johnsburg, Aaron Munter and Lukas Munter, both of Hastings, MN. He was preceded in death by his wife, Irma Lois (nee Brandau) Glader; father, Winfred Glader; mother, Marie (Heins) Glader; siblings, Clifford Glader, Eleanor Gorman and Winifred Kiehl; brothers-in-law, Marvin Brandau, Chester Brandau; and a sister-in-law Dorothy Brandau. A visitation is scheduled for Tuesday, January 2, 2018 from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium, 410 East Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030 followed by a funeral service at 6:00 p.m. Memorial donations may be made to Alzheimer’s Foundation (www.alzfdn.org). For more information, please contact (847)223-8122 or log onto www.strangfuneral.org.
John Brandstetter
John Brandstetter, age 88, a current resident of Libertyville and formerly of Grayslake, passed away Wednesday, December 27, 2017 at Advocate Condell Medical Center in Libertyville. He was born in Waukegan on October 21, 1929 to Irvin and Fannye D. (Darr) Brandstetter. All arrangements were entrusted to Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium, 410 East Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030. Memorial service information will be announced at a later date. For information, please call 847-223-8122 or log on to www.strangfuneral.org.
Ricardo Mercedes Centurion
Ricardo Mercedes Centurion, age 83, a resident of Florida, currently of Hainesville, passed away Wednesday, December 27, 2017 in Barrington at JourneyCare Hospice facility. He was born in Peru on September 24, 1934 to Luis Jorge Centurion and Santos Colloa. He is survived by his loving wife, Maria (nee Hoyos) Centurion and his children and additional family members. All services were held privately and 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.
Cesar D. Lohner
Cesar D. Lohner, 59, a resident of Round Lake, passed away Sunday, December 24, 2017 at his home surrounded by his family in Round Lake. He was born May 12, 1958 in Kenosha, WI to Blas and Lucia (nee: Kinderman) Lohner. Cesar was very family oriented and loved being home with them. He enjoyed riding his Harley and adored his daughters and grandbabies. Cesar is survived by his wife of 5 years, Cindy, whom he wed on October 6, 2012 in Ingleside, IL, his mother Lucia Lohner, his children Sarah (Chris) Santiago of Milwaukee, WI, Emily (fiancé Ray) Lohner of Round Lake, and Jenny Shafer of Round Lake, his grandchildren Isabelle, Elyse, Christopher, Landen, Scarlett, and one baby girl on the way, and his siblings Ruth (Glen) Kolososki of Hinsdale, Paul Lohner of Kenosha, and Mark (Laura) Lohner of Ohio. He was preceded in death by his father. A visitation and memorial service is scheduled for Saturday, January 6, 2018 from 2:00pm until 4:00pm with a memorial service commencing at 4:00pm 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 family. For more information on services, call (847) 223-8122 or log onto www.strangfuneral.org.
John F. Burchett
John Franklin Burchett, 66, a resident of Antioch and a long time resident of Round Lake Beach, passed away Wednesday, December 20, 2017 in Libertyville, IL. He was born August 28, 1951 in Chicago, IL to Robert and Verna (nee: Gibbs) Burchett. John is survived by his daughter Sarah Burchett of Prescott, AZ, his domestic partner Gail Knowles, his brothers Bobby (Quing) Burchett, Billy (Carmen) Burchett, Donny (Nancy) Burchett, and Jimmy Burchett, his sister Patty (Larry) Howsam, and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, and his brother Ronny Burchett. A celebration of his life will be held in the summer of 2018, details to come. All funeral arrangements were entrusted to Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium 410 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.
Genevieve R. Ryan
Genevieve Ruth Ryan
Mom’s “It’s a Wonderful Life” began on September 1, 1925, at Swedish Covenant Hospital on Foster Avenue in Chicago, and ended peacefully at home, surrounded by family, in Round Lake, Illinois, on December 24, 2017. Mom grew up with her parents, Arthur and Gertrude Manning, and six siblings at 4509 North Whipple Street in Chicago. She attended Our Lady of Lourdes grade school and then Amundsen High School. After graduating, she worked in the city at several jobs including a stint as a clerk in the Palmolive Building. She married John Ryan in 1949, and several years later, with three children in tow, they moved 35 miles north to the suburb of Mundelein, where they extended their family to a total of eight children. Mom loved being a wife and mother, and raising her family. Her Catholic faith was very strong and sustained her throughout her life.
Mom was preceded in death by her husband, John Ryan; her son, Dennis Ryan; great-granddaughter Hannah Salcher; and by her parents, Arthur and Gertrude Manning; brothers Arthur and Mack Manning; and sisters Mary Lou Hildebrandt (née Manning); Frances Layde (née Manning); and Patricia Barry (née Manning).
Mom is survived by her children Kevin Ryan, Kathleen Ryan-Fox, Patrick Ryan, Maureen Snider (née Ryan), Colleen Ivins (née Ryan), Theresa Odom (née Ryan), and Sharon Mack (née Ryan). She is also survived by 20 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren, her loving brother, Thomas Manning, and nieces and nephews too numerous to count (really).
Visitation is from 10:00-11:00 with a funeral mass commencing at 11:00am on December 30, 2017, at St. Gilbert’s Catholic Church, 301 East Belvedere Road, Grayslake, Illinois, followed by a funeral mass. In lieu of flowers, mom would appreciate donations to St. Gilbert’s Women Christ Renews His Parish (CRHP) adult formation program. 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.
Charles R. Zapf
Charles R. Zapf, age 77, of Grayslake passed away on Sunday, December 24, 2017 at his home in Grayslake. He was born on August 13, 1940 in Chicago to Charles A. and Frances Zapf. Charles served in the US Navy from 1958 until 1961 and was a member of the Pipefitters Local 597.
Charles is survived by his wife, Mary Lou, of 53 years; his children, Charles and Denise (Michael) Pankau; his grandchildren, Adam and Jacob Pankau; and his siblings, Ronald (Mary) Zapf and Judy (Bernie) Jeub.
A visitation is scheduled for Thursday, December 28, 2017 from 4-8 PM at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake IL. Mass of Christian Burial will be held 11:00 AM Friday December 29, 2017 at St. Gilbert Catholic Church, 301 East Belvidere Rd. Grayslake IL. Interment will follow at Ascension Catholic Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Pancreatic Cancer Action, 1500 Rosecrans Ave, Suite 200, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266, www.pancan.org. For more information please call (847)223-8122 or log onto www.strangfuneral.org.
Leona M. Morris
Leona M. Morris, 94, a resident of Grayslake, passed away Saturday, December 23, 2017, in Libertyville, IL. She was born August 11, 1923 in Chicago to Sylvester and Marcyanna Janasiewicz. Leona was a member of St. Gilbert Parish. Leona is survived by her son Robert (Christine) Morris, her grandchildren Raymond (Andrea) Morris and Daniel Morris, her great-grandson Joseph Dashiell Morris, and her nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband Joseph Morris, her parents, and her son Richard Morris. A visitation and funeral mass is scheduled for Wednesday, December 27, 2017 from 10:00am until 11:00am with a funeral mass at 11:00am at St. Gilbert Catholic Church 301 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030. Interment will be held following the service at Ascension Cemetery in Libertyville, IL. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Catholic Charities. All funeral arrangements were entrusted to Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030. For more information on services, call (847) 223-8122 or log onto www.strangfuneral.org.
Carol J. Kurban
Carol J. (nee: Beard) Kurban, 75, a resident of Round Lake, passed away Friday, December 22, 2017 in Crystal Lake. She was born July 11, 1942 in Waukegan, IL to Carroll and Jean Beard. Carol worked for Peppermint Stick Preschools in both Grayslake and Round Lake for over 25 years. Carol is survived by her children Lori Lindquist, and Tom Eslinger, her grandchildren Kylie Lindquist, Emilie, Alexis, Taylor, Ashlyn, and Ethan Eslinger, and her brother Richard (Judy) Beard. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Daniel Kurban, and her Aunt Rosie Isatalo. A visitation is scheduled for Wednesday, December 27, 2017 from 5:00pm until 8:00pm at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030. A funeral service will be held on Thursday, December 28, 2017 at 11:00am at the funeral chapel. Interment will be held following the service at Ascension Cemetery in Libertyville, IL. In lieu of flowers, Carol loved to help children throughout her career as a teacher and would appreciate donations to St. Judes Children’s Hospital. For more information on services, call (847) 223-8122 or log onto www.strangfuneral.org.
Judith Markus
Judith Markus, age 68, a resident of Round Lake, passed away Wednesday, December 13, 2017 at her home. She was born on April 10, 1949 in Chicago. Surviving her are her husband, Harold, whom she married on February 12, 1999; her son, Daryl Wickersheim of Round Lake Beach; her son, Jason (Patty) Wickersheim of Medford, WI; brothers, Edward (Marge) Kurek and Dennis (Peggy) Kurek; sister, Linda Oelkers; eight grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. A visitation is scheduled for Wednesday, December 20, 2017 from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., followed by a 7:00 p.m. funeral service at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium, 410 East Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030. Interment will be private. Memorials donations may be made to Save-a-Pet, 31664 North Fairfield Road, Grayslake, IL 60030. For information, please call 847-223-8122 or log on to www.strangfuneral.org.
Marilyn J. Walz
Marilyn Joyce Walz, 87 of Lindenhurst, IL, joined Her Lord and Savior on December 11, 2017. She is welcomed into heaven by her daughter Barbara L. Geary, Great-Grandson Lane E. Geary, son-in-law Robert J. Fox, her brother-in-law Bill Blake and her loving parents Everette and Kathryn Hook.
Born in Waukegan, IL, Marilyn lived with her adoring husband, Walter “Wally” Walz, in Lindenhurst, IL. She and Wally were elementary school sweethearts who met again later in life. They were married 18 wonderful years and enjoyed many trips together. Marilyn grew up in Grayslake, IL. She was among the 2nd graduating class of Grayslake High School and she could recite the town history for anyone that would listen. In 1952, She married Norman C. Geary, they were married for 39 years. Marilyn enjoyed working as an office secretary because she was known for her tremendous organizational and letter writing skills.
Marilyn delighted in playing a good game of Bridge. But with her teammate Wally, she found greater success in her new love of Bingo. In her quiet time, Marilyn spent hours researching her genealogy. She then would recreate her genealogy in an album for each of her children. Marilyn rejoiced in telling stories about her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. All of which she would find time to visit. Marilyn is survived by her siblings John (Alice) Hook and Kay Blake. She had four children: Robert (Jeanneatte) Geary of Houston, TX, Diane (Eric) Thurman of Algonquin, IL, James (Cynthia) Geary of Gulf Shores, AL, and Kathryn (Curtis) Olson of Hopkinton, MA. Nine grandchildren: Robert Jr. (Erin) Geary, Bradley (Lauren) Geary, Kimberly Christine (Greg) Lawler, Sarah Fox, Lindsey (Jacob) Hoffman, William Olson, Tyler Olson, Grant Olson and Sydney Olson; and eight living Great-Grandchildren.
A visitation is scheduled for Sunday, December 17, 2017 from 4:00pm until 6:00pm at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030. A funeral service is scheduled for Monday, December 18, 2017 at 11:00 am at THE UNITED PROTESTANT CHURCH OF GRAYSLAKE, 54 South Whitney St, Grayslake, IL 60030. Interment will be held privately at Avon Center Cemetery in Grayslake, IL. Memorial donations may be made to the Grayslake Historical Society,164 Hawley Street, P.O Box 185, Grayslake IL 60030. For information, call 847-223-8122 or visit www.strangfuneral.org
Bernard R. Slesnick
Bernard Robert Slesnick, 88, a resident of Grayslake and formerly of Cleveland, OH and Greenville, PA, passed away Sunday, December 10, 2017 at Advocate Condell Medical Center in Libertyville, IL. He was born January 26, 1929 in Greenville, PA. Bernard is survived by his wife Barbara Horn-Slesnick, whom he wed on July 26, 1953, his son Steven (Susan) Slesnick, his daughter Shari (Guisseppe) Slesnick, his son Ronald (Vicki) Slesnick, his 7 grandchildren, and his 8 great-grandchildren. A visitation and funeral service is scheduled for Sunday, December 17, 2017 from 2:00pm until 3:00pm with the funeral service commencing at 3:00pm at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030. Interment will be held at a later date at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery in Elwood, IL. Memorials may be made to the Arthritis Foundation 205 N Michigan Ave Suite 2530, Chicago, IL 60601. For more information please contact (847)223-8122 or log onto www.strangfuneral.org.