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Jack W. Wandall

Jack M. Wandall, 88, a resident of Grayslake and formerly of Arlington Heights, passed away Monday, June 6, 2016, at his home. He was born August 24, 1927 in Chicago, IL to John and Rose Wandall. Jack is survived by his wife of 58 years, Katherine (nee: Sheahan), his children John (Carol), Mary Kay (Bill) Sutton, and Matthew (Michelle), his grandchildren Lindsay, Mitchell, Clarice (Travis) Warren, Caroline, Melody, Lucas, and Sarah, and his brother Gene (Nancy) Wandall. He was preceded in death by his parents and his sister Joan Sahagian. A visitation is scheduled for Thursday, June 9, 2016 from 3:00pm until 9:00pm at STRANG FUNERAL CHAPEL & CREMATORIUM, 410 E. Belvidere Rd., Grayslake, IL 60030. A funeral mass is scheduled for Friday, June 10, 2016 at 10:00am in the old church at St. Mary of Annunciation 22333 W. Erhart Rd. Mundelein, IL. Interment will follow at the St. Mary’s Cemetery located next to the church. For information, call 847-223-8122 or visit www.strangfuneral.org.

Steven D. Durno

Steven Douglas Durno, 64, a resident of Wildwood, IL passed away May 31, 2016 after a long illness at Lutheran General Hospital in Park Ridge, IL. He was born January 12, 1952 in Waukegan, IL to Douglas and Doris (nee: Price) Durno. Steven was an avid Green Bay Packers fan and the nicest guy you ever knew. Steven is survived by his wife of 15 years, Cindy (nee: Eddy), whom he wed on January 19, 2001 in Indianapolis, his son Kyle of Rocklin, CA, his stepdaughter Melissa (Charlie) Bradley of Atlanta, GA, his stepson Ben Virt of New Palestine, IN, his aunt Pat Martin of Pine Island, FL, and many cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents. All funeral arrangements were held privately and entrusted to STRANG FUNERAL CHAPEL & CREMATORIUM, 410 E. Belvidere Rd., Grayslake, IL 60030. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Northern Illinois Food Bank www.solvehungertoday.org. For information, call 847-223-8122 or visit www.strangfuneral.org.

Zachary Pound

Zachary James Pound, age 20, of Savoy passed away on May 27^th at his home. He was born August 19, 1995 in Libertyville, IL, the son of James Pound and Jacqueline Grosvenor Trodler. He attended Champaign Central and Grayslake North High School. He was a student at Parkland College. He was preceded in death by grandparents Joe & Helen Pound and Uncle John Pound. Zachary will be greatly missed by his parents: Jim and Kathie Pound of Savoy, and Jacquie and Ron Trodler of Beach Park, IL.

Zachary was a beloved brother to his siblings, Brandon Pape of Libertyville, IL and Madeline Pound of Beach Park. He leaves behind his Grandparents, Ken & Ginny Grosvenor of Grayslake, IL; Aunts and Uncles: Joe Pound of Sullivan, IL, Janet & Warren Kendall of Grants Pass, OR, June & Chuck Van Vorst of Champaign, IL; Jack & Gisela Pound of Urbana, IL, Michelle Pound of Lake Villa, IL; Marc & Isela Grosvenor of Mundelein, IL, and many cousins. Zachary was loved by many good friends. He was an avid sports fan who could rattle off stats with the best of them. He was a shining star just starting to blossom into the young man he would become. He had a GQ style about him. Zachary touched many lives in small ways throughout his short memorable life. He will be sorely missed by all! A visitation is scheduled for Friday, June 3, 2016 from 5:00pm until 7:00pm at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be directed to the Toys For Tots. For more information please contact (847)223–8122 or log onto www.strangfuenral.org

Jose E. Tovar

Jose E. Tovar, 72, a resident of Round Lake Beach, passed away May 26, 2016 at his home. He was born July 2, 1943 in Mexico. A visitation is scheduled for Wednesday June 1, 2016 from 4:00pm until 8:00pm at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030. A funeral mass is scheduled for Thursday, June 2, 2016 at 10:30am at St. Joseph Catholic Church 114 N. Lincoln Ave. Round Lake, IL 60073. Interment will follow at Avon Centre Cemetery in Grayslake, IL. For more information please contact (847)223-8122 or log onto www.strangfuneral.org.

Jeremy M. Fitzgerald

Jeremy M. Fitzgerald, 76, a resident of Lake Villa, passed away May 24, 2016. He was born January 27, 1940 in Sri Lanka, to Patrick and Patricia Fitzgerald. Jeremy is survived by his wife of 39 years, Jeanne, his brothers Tim Usher and Patrick Fitzgerald, his sisters Penny Broadhurst and Geraldine Fitzgerald, and numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews. He was preceded in death by his sister Susan and his mother, father, and stepfather. A memorial service is pending and will be held at St. Andrews Episcopal Church 31 Park Ave. Grayslake, IL. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to Save-A-Pet. For information, call 847-223-8122 or visit www.strangfuneral.org.

Violet “Vi” Janelle Gipson

Northwest Herald- Tuesday/Wednesday May 24/25, 2016 Edition
Violet “Vi” Janelle Gipson, 85, passed away on Friday, May 20, 2016, with family by her side. Violet was born July 21, 1930 in Lemmon, South Dakota to Walter Rook and Viola Smith Rook. She graduated from Libertyville High School in 1948. Violet worked as a dispatcher and retired from Ritzenthaler Bus Lines in Mundelein. Violet is survived by her children Larry Gipson (Deborah McGregor) of Fox Lake, IL, Janis (Mike) Culat of Trevor, WI, Susan (Larry) Sancken of Mundelein, IL, Debra (William) Kautz of Ingleside, IL, Cheryl (Jack) Bowes of Grayslake, IL, and Vicky (Glen) Stevens of Trevor, WI. She is also survived by her grandchildren Michael, Jennifer, Scott, and Kristen Krueger; Gregory, Douglas Gipson, Jodi Rosebach; Joe Murray; James Sancken, Jacquie Ochs; Kelly Jo McGinley, Michelle Kautz; Brian Miller, John (Jack) Bowes III, Brooke Bowes; Shauna Thayer and Kristy Barlass. In addition, she is survived by great-grandchildren; Rita Krueger; Tori, Wiley and Ryan Krueger; Mathew and Casey Gipson; Weston and Madison Donnelly; Travis, McKenzie and Tyler Sancken; Rylee, Sydnie and Justin Ochs; Cora and Harper McGinley; Zoe and Reese Miller; Brady and Ashton Thayer; and Sophia and Blake Barlass. She was predeceased in death by her husband, Joe E. Gipson; her parents, Walter Rook and Viola Smith Rook; her brother Clifford Rook; and sisters Hazel Rook Knuth and Lois Rook Shelter. Violet enjoyed square dancing, bowling, crafts, music, reading, sewing and horses. She will be always remembered as a loving mother, grandmother and aunt whose greatest passion in life was her family. There was nothing that gave her more pleasure than having her family together. The strength, beauty and unconditional love that she possessed will live on through those who knew and loved her. A celebration of her life will be held on Thursday, May 26, 2016 at Strang Funeral Chapel, 410 E. Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL. 60030 from 10AM to 12PM. The funeral service will commence at 12PM . Interment will follow at Willow Lawn Cemetery, 24090 N Highway 45, Vernon Hills, IL. 60061 Anyone wishing to send a memorial in Violet’s name may do so to the Ronald McDonald house Charities of Madison, 2716 Marshall Court, Madison, WI 53705 or www.rmhcmadison.org. For information, please call 847-223-8122 or log on to www.strangfuneral.org.

Barry “Pepa” Flammini

Barry “Pepa” Flammini, 84 of Grayslake, Illinois, passed away on Saturday, May 21, 2016 at his home. Barry was retired from The Chicago Plumbers Union Local 130. He loved the Chicago Blackhawks and being with his family. He is the son of the late Francisco and Maria (nee Lanciones) Flammini. Survivors include his children Frank (Donna) Flammini of Zion, IL, Theresa (William) Lichon of Third Lake, IL and Catherine (Daniel) Cunningham of Chicago, IL, his 15 grandchildren, and 12 great-grandchildren, and his brother Frank Flammini of Wisconsin Rapids. He is preceeded in death by his wife Joan of 54 years, his son Barry Jr. and his sisters Filomena, Baldina, Elvira and Genevieve and his brother Alfred. The funeral service will be at St Paul the Apostle Church, Gurnee, IL on Wednesday, May 25, 2016 commencing at 10 AM. The visitation is Tuesday, May 24, 2016 at Strang Funeral Chapel, 410 E. Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL from 5 PM to 9PM. Interment will be private. Donations to St Jude’s Children’s Hospital would be appreciated. For information, please call 847-223-8122 or log on to www.strangfuneral.org.

Robert A. Hopton

Robert A. Hopton, 90, longtime Grayslake resident passed at his Florida home February 4th, 2016. Beloved father of Bob (Birgit) Hopton, Mike Hopton, Dave (Nancy) Hopton, Kathy (Joav) Kohn, and Scott Hopton. Grandfather of Melissa, Robert, Jess, Tony, Shannon, Lauren, Nicole, Ava, and Leo. Great-grandfather of Riley, Reid, Dayton, Jacob, Logan, Sofia, and Tristan. He was preceded in death by his wife of 65 years, Faye Jones Hopton. He was a U.S. Navy veteran of WWII, and also served his family and community in many ways. Funeral services for both Robert and Faye Hopton will take place at the Avon Cemetery, Monday, May 30^th at 1:30pm. Following, a celebration of their lives will occur at the Vine in Grayslake from 2:30 until 6:30pm. All are welcome.

Rebecca R. Nielsen

Rebecca R. Nielsen, age 84, of Grayslake, IL, died on May 14, 2016. Mrs. Nielsen was a long time resident of Grayslake, Glenview, and Chicago. Becky was born in Fowlkes, TN, to Carrie Lee and Eddie Elmer Roach, Sr. who preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by her husband Elmer Nielsen, sister Christine Henning, brother Eddie Elmer Roach, Jr., and brothers-in-law Earl Nielsen and Carl Nielsen. She is survived by her sister Mary Lynn Brooks of Montgomery, AL, brothers-in-law Walter Henning of Memphis, TN, and George Nielsen of Harvard, MA. In addition, Becky is survived by her nieces Carrie Ann (Don) Akey of Memphis, TN, Sandra (Don) Rice of Memphis, TN, and nephew Phillip (Frankie) Henning of Arlington, TN, six children, many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-nieces, and great-nephews. Becky worked for Dr. George Lemire and Dr. Edward Lemire in Chicago for more than 40 years. After retirement she worked at the Lakehurst Mall, Catholic Charities, ushered at the College of Lake County, and volunteered at the Grayslake Thrift Shop. Becky traveled extensively, loved to garden and to entertain for and with her friends. Plus, she was a die hard Cubs fan. A celebration of Becky’s life will be held on June 11, 2016 at noon at the Fishing Pier Shelter in Central Park in Grayslake. Please come and share your stories of this remarkable lady who never lost her southern charm. Memorials can be sent to Becky’s church, The Chapel 25270 W. IL Rt 60, Grayslake, IL 60030. Arrangements were entrusted to Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium, 410 East Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030. For information, call 847-223-8122 or go to www.strangfuneral.org.

Andrew C. Driggers

Andrew “Andy” C. Driggers, 28, a resident of Round Lake Beach, passed away Monday, May 16, 2016. He was born August 6, 1987 in Chicago to Bernard and Carol Driggers. Andy attended Round Lake High School and worked for Rosatti’s Pizza in Gurnee. He was a loving son, brother, grandson, and uncle. Andy is survived by his mother Carol (Norman) Dixon, his grandparents Elsie and Carl Justus and Alese Griffith, his sisters Tiffany Driggers, Shelby Dixon, Sara Dixon, and Maycee Jewel, his nieces Jaelynn, Saydee, and Baylee, his nephew Benjamin, and his dog Bark Lee. He was preceded in death by his father Bernard, his grandpa Charles Driggers, and his step-grandpa Gordon Griffith. A visitation is scheduled for Saturday, May 21, 2016 from 3:00pm until 7:00pm with a funeral service commencing at 7:00pm at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium, 410 East Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030. For information, call 847-223-8122 or go to www.strangfuneral.org.

Mary C. Reid

Mary C. Reid, nee: Nee, 81, the wife of the late James (Knappabeg, Westport), daughter of Martin and Nora Nee (Rosmuc, Conamara); mother of Colleen (Daniel) Vela, Patrick and Kathy (Scott) Hampton; grandmother of Cory (Liz) and Tad; sister of Barbara Zacher, John and Michael and the late Nancy and Martin. A memorial mass is scheduled for Saturday, May 21, 2016 at 11:00am at St. Gilbert Catholic Church 301 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030. Arrangements were entrusted to Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium. For information, call 847-223-8122 or go to www.strangfuneral.org.

J. Thomas Hoffman

Justin Thomas Hoffman of Grayslake, Illinois passed away on May 12, 2016. Tom was born on April 15, 1935 to Justin Warren and Agnes Cecelia Hoffman in Menominee, Michigan and moved to the Milwaukee area as a child. After graduating from high school, Tom served in the U.S. Army. During his years of service, he earned a Sharp Shooters medal and spent some time in Germany working in military intelligence. After leaving the military, Tom studied at Marquette University, majoring in accounting. He began his professional career at IBM where he worked for several years before joining Allstate Insurance Company, where he worked for the remainder of his career before retiring as a Senior Director.

Tom was a devoted husband to his wife of 57 years, Patricia Ann Hoffman, who preceded him in death. The couple had three children; Kurt, Laurie, and Karl, and one grandaughter, Carley Hoffman, all of whom currently reside in Georgia. He is also survived by his sister Nancy Kramasz of California, his brother Rod of Arizona, sister-in-law Vicky, daughter-in-law Julie, and a number of nephews. He was preceded in death by his brother Dale and his sister Sandra.

Throughout his life, Tom persued a number of interests and hobbies, including running and playing in a competitive tennis league as well as watching the Chicago Cubs and Bears play ball. He was a good sports prognosticator and the undefeated champion of the family football pool. He enjoyed reading, history, music, and movies, but his primary passion was flying his 1963 Beachcraft Muskateer. An accomplished pilot, he flew as often as he could, logging nearly 3000 hours of flight time, and relished the freedom and beauty of flight. Tom also loved to tell a good story or a bad joke. His sense of humor, his willingness to listen and to offer heart-felt advice will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him. A visitation is scheduled for Sunday, May 15, 2016 from 4:00pm until 8:00pm at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030. A funeral service is scheduled for Monday, May 16, 2016 at 10:30am at the funeral chapel. Interment will follow at Ascension Catholic Cemetery in Libertyville, IL. For more information please log onto www.strangfuneral.org or call (847)223-8122.

Dolores C. “Lolly” Manasca

Dolores “Lolly” C. Manacsa, 84, a resident of Mundelein and formerly of Skokie, passed away Thursday, May 12, 2016, at her home. She was born July 24, 1931 in the Philippines to Alejandro and Felisa Chavez. After earning her degree and beginning her career as an accountant, she married the love of her life Bert and started their family of four children. She went on to make real her dream of moving the family to America to ensure an even brighter future. There, she was the enduring foundation of a clan that spanned four generations, living a life of humility, quiet strength and untiring care for her family. Lolly is survived by her children Odette (Billy) Prudencio, Gilbert “Chaz”, Rosela (Chuck) Simpson, and Gerry (Karina); her grandchildren Khristine (Ian) Anderson, Kevin (Claudia) Prudencio, and Solange Simpson; her great-grandchildren Owen and Kyle; her nieces Grace (Ronnie) Garcia, Loida “Loowee” Manacsa, Myrna (Wilfredo) Peralta, and Tessie (Celestino) Cacao; her nephew Mandy Cuvos; her grand niece Grachelle (Mark) Linton; her great-grand nieces Violet and Avery; her grand nephew Ryan Garcia; her caregivers Beth Aurelio and Susan Villaceran; and her many other nieces, nephews, and their children. Family and friends may visit on Saturday, May 14, and Sunday, May 15, 2016, from 3:00pm until 7:00pm at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium, 410 E. Belvidere Rd., Grayslake, IL 60030. A funeral mass is scheduled for Monday, May 16, 2016 at 11:00am at St. Paul the Apostle, 6401 Gages Lake Rd., Gurnee, IL. Interment will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery, 9900 Gross Point Rd., Skokie, IL. Memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association. For information, call 847-223-8122 or log on to www.strangfuneral.org.

Gilbert R. La Hay

Gilbert R. La Hay, 86, a resident of Round Lake, passed away May 10, 2016 in Libertyville. He was born October 28, 1929 in Duluth, MN to Arthur and Marie La Hay. Gilbert was a Korean War veteran having served with the US Army. He was a retiree of Temple Steel. Gilbert is survived by his wife of 62 years, Kathleen, his son Joseph (Cathy), his grandchildren Elizabeth, Joseph (Brett), and Michael (Jessie), his great-grandson Jacob, and his sister Joye Thompson. He was preceded in death by his parents and his 2 brothers. A memorial visitation is scheduled for Thursday, May 19, 2016 from 3:00pm until 4:00pm with a memorial service commencing at 4:00pm at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Diabetes Assn. For more information please contact (847)223-8122 or log onto www.strangfuneral.org.

Pedro Gil

Pedro Gil, 87, a resident of Wheeling, passed away Wednesday, May 11, 2016 at Manorcare of Northbrook. He was born April 29, 1929 in Mexico to Tobias and Maria Gil. A visitation is scheduled for Friday, May 13, 2016 from 4:00pm until 8:00pm at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030. The funeral mass is scheduled for Saturday, May 14, 2016 at 1:00pm with a visitation from 12:30 until the mass at St. Peter 27551 Volo Village Rd. Volo, IL. Interment will follow at Ascension Catholic Cemetery in Libertyville, IL. For more information please contact (847)223-8122 or log onto www.strangfuneral.org.

Anna J. Stoll

Anna J. Stoll, 86, a longtime resident of Waukegan, IL passed away Friday, May 6, 2016, at Vista East Medical Center. She was born October 29, 1929 in Chicago, IL to Joseph and Mary Koenig. Anna is survived by her children Mike (Judy), Glenn (Nicki), and Wayne (Sharon), her 5 grandchildren, her 6 great-grandchildren, and her sister Mary Lou. She was preceded in death by her husband Albert and her parents. A memorial visitation is scheduled for Saturday, May 14, 2016 from 12:00pm until 2:00pm at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Disabled American Veterans www.dav.org. For more information please contact (847)223-8122 or log onto www.strangfuneral.org.

Carrie E. Wiswald

Carrie E. Wiswald, 82, a resident of Grayslake, passed away Thursday, May 5, 2016 at her home. She was born September 17, 1933 in Chicago to Rufus and Carrie Staudt. Carrie worked for Winchester House for over 10 years. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and sister. Carrie is survived by her children William (Susan) Wiswald, Glenda (James) Rinehart, Janet Wiswald, Susan (Joseph) Piagentini, Therese (James) Hay and , her grandchildren Diane, Jenn, Laurie, Jaimee, Joey, Annie, Tia, James, Morgan, and Mercedes, and her great-grandchildren Libby, Matthew, Lucy, Ethan, Christian, Evan, Luke, Brooke, Mason, and Mila. She was preceded in death by her husband Edward William Wiswald. A private service was entrusted to 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.

Fred Gewalt

Fred Gewalt, age 74, of Spring Grove, passed away Monday, May 2, 2016 at Victory Assisted Living in Lindenhurst. He was born July 13, 1941 in Chicago to Karl and Olga (nee Ysla) Gewalt. Fred loved fishing, coaching kids sports, Western movies and, most of all, he loved being with his family. He is survived by his wife, Bonnie, whom he married 49 years ago in Fox Lake on April 8, 1967; his children, Karl Josef (Ellen) of McHenry, Kristin of Spring Grove, and Paul (Nicole) of Grayslake; his grandchildren, Karly, Brooke, Eleni, Morgan, Kyla and Jack; and one sister, Debbie (George) Pugh of Florida. He was preceded in death by his parents. Friends of the family may visit from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. with the funeral service starting at 8:00 p.m. on Monday, May 9, 2016 at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium, 410 East Belvidere Road, Grayslake, Il 60030. Memorial contributions may be made to www.semperfifund.org. For information, call 847-223-8122 or visit www.strangfuneral.org.

William Voss

William Voss, 46, died unexpectedly at his home in Antioch IL on Wednesday April 27, 2016. He was born on April 14, 1970 in Potsdam, NY to Stephanie Voss and Nicklas Voss. He is survived by his daughters Danielle 16 and Gracie 9, his fiancée Karen Wolson, brother Pieter Sheth-Voss, father Nicklas Voss, and his former wife Donna Turner. Bill grew up in Ithaca, NY and Northbrook IL. He graduated from Glenbrook South HS and Oakbrook Community College with a degree in business. He always enjoyed building and restoring cars, and founded Factory Finish Autobody of Round Lake Beach IL. He loved his family, the outdoors, and we will all miss his laughter, empathy and strength. Bill’s memory will be celebrated at Strang Funeral Chapel 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake IL on Saturday May 7, 2016 from 1-3pm, with a memorial service at 3pm. For more information please contact (847)223-8122 or log onto www.strangfuneral.org.

Robert James Olson

Robert James Olson, 64, of Cary, Il, passed away on May 1, 2016 at Good Shepherd Hospital in Barrington, Il. Robert was born on August 17, 1951 in Waukegan, Il, to Henry and Hilda Olson nee Roeske. Robert loved to work , he would help anyone, loved watching Nascar, and Football, most of all Robert loved his family. Survivors include his wife of 34 years Sandra, his children Julie(Nils)Montag of Crystal Lake, Robert Jr(Sandi) of Wauconda, Randy(Dawn) of Spring Grove, his grandchildren Colin Obrochta, Valerie Obrochta, Stephanie(Patrick)Engelhardt, Amber Muscolino, Amanda Muscolino, Cody Olson, Ryan Olson, Brayden Olson, Keeleigh Olson; great-grandchildren Kaelyn Sofia and baby Aubrey Nicole due in September; his siblings Henry(Linda), John(Carol), Pat(Ted) Morris, Charlie(Karen), Elaine(Ray)Collis, Carolyn(Chuck)Kellam, Joe(Kathy), Linda(Tom)Buehler. Robert was preceded in death by his aforementioned parents and by one sister Nancy Wisdom. A visitation for Robert will be on Friday, May 6, 2016 from 4 P.M. to 8 P.M. at the Strang Funeral Chapel 410 E. Belvidere Rd, Grayslake, Il, 60030. Services will start at 8 P.M. with Reverend Lisle Kauffman officiating. Interment will be private. Memorial donations may be made to the Illinois Fire Safety Alliance or to the Greater Round Lake Fire Department. For more information please call (847)223-8122 or go to www.strangfuneral.org.

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