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James L. Smith
Of Mt. Prospect
The mass and Christian burial of Jim Smith, 72, was held Thursday, Apr. 2 at St. Raymond de Penafort Church, Mt. Prospect. Interment was private. Born Sept. 29, 1936, Mr. Smith passed away Thursday, Mar. 26, following complications from diabetes. After high school, he enlisted in the Navy, assigned to the U.S.S. Kearsarge aircraft carrier. He was active at St. Raymond, serving on the parish council. He received a Mt. Prospect Shining Star award for organizing the Pine-Wille Marching Kazoo Irregulars, a kazoo-playing band and popular entry in the village's Fourth of July parade for three decades. The husband of Pat, he always supported her many volunteer opportunities. Father of Drew (Lisa) of Arlington Hts., Scot (Mary) of Palatine, Paul (Denise) of Berkeley and Mark (Jennifer) of Arlington Hts. Grandfather of Ian, Audie, Moira, Alec, Paige, Caroline, Lochlan, Seamus, Mirin and Keegan. Brother of the late Betty McDermott (Jack); brother-in-law of Nancy Kost (Peter). Uncle of Christy Ausmus, Mike Kost and many cousins.
Daniel B. Starzyk
Of Mt. Prospect
A funeral mass for Daniel B. (Dale) Starzyk, 77, a trucking company owner from Mt. Prospect, was celebrated in St. Thomas Becket Church on Apr. 4. Interment followed in All Saints cemetery. Arrangements were made by Friedrichs Funeral Home. A native of Chicago, he died Mar. 31 in Glenview. A graduate of DePaul Academy and DePaul University, he was an Army veteran and owner of Star Trucking. Surviving are his widow, Cecile Marie; children Jeanne Scheffler, Carol Lynn (Andy) Norman, Danny (Jacquie), Joanne (John) Sanford, Mary Jo (Jacob) Mount, and Andrew; and grandchildren Brett, Bradley, Lauren, Alex, Krista, Jessica, Ryan, Dylan, and Braden.
Dorothy L. Swanson
Of Elk Grove Village
A funeral service for Dorothy L. Swanson (nee Patterson), 77, took place Thursday, Apr. 16 at Grove Memorial Chapel in Elk Grove Village. Interment will be at Skyline Memorial Park in Monee. She was born in Evanston. She died on Apr. 12, 2009 at St. Alexius Medical Center in Hoffman Estates. Her husband James R. preceded her in death. Her children Daniel D. (fiancée, Amy) Swanson, Donna L. (Tim) Fuller, and Denise E. (Tony) Caruso survive her.
Mildred D. Warwick
Of Glenview
A funeral mass for Mildred D. Warwick, 85, of Glenview, was celebrated Apr. 16 in St. Catherine Laboure Church. Burial followed in Ridgewood cemetery. Arrangements were by Skaja Terrace Funeral Home, Niles. A native of Chicago, she died Apr. 14 in Glenbrook Hospital. She was a homemaker. Widow of the late James E. Warwick, she is survived by children Zack (Linda), and Mary Kay (Richard) Van Ooyen; and grandchildren Daniel (Tracy) Warwick, Theresa (Phillip) Randall, Eric Warwick; and several great-grandchildren.
Paul E. Williams, III
Of Prospect Hts.
Paul E., Williams III was born on Feb. 22, 1934 in Petersburg, Va., to Paul E. Jr. and Ann Williams. He passed away on Mar. 26 in Arlington Hts. He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Jeane S. Williams; his children, Ann Cameron (Joseph) Caldwell of Bethesda, MD, Randolph (Jennifer) Williams of Palatine, Paul E. IV (Elizabeth) Williams of Austin, TX, and Elizabeth (Steve) Jacobs of Austin, TX; his grandchildren, Geoffrey Mikol, C.J., Kylie Jeane and Cameron Drew Williams, Adam Jacobs and Tara Peel; sisters, Ann Lewis of Charlotte, NC and Elizabeth (Richmond) Zehmer of Petersburg, VA. He was preceded in death by his parents and his daughter, Sharon Lynn Williams. Visitation was Monday, Mar. 30, at Glueckert Funeral Home, Ltd., Arlington Hts. Interment in Blandford cemetery, Petersburg, Va.
Karen J. Wisser
Of Mt. Prospect
Prayers for Karen J. Wisser, 59, were said Tuesday, Apr. 7 at Friedrichs Funeral Home in Mt. Prospect. Funeral mass took place at St. Emily Church. Born Jan. 14, 1950, in Chicago, she died Friday, Apr. 3, at Rainbow Hospice Ark, Park Ridge. The wife of William A. Wisser, mother of Kristen Wisser and Bill Wisser; daughter of the late Eleanor and the late Edward Hackmeister; sister of Noreen (Ric) Prenzler.
Hedy P. Braun
Of Mt. Prospect
A Memorial Mass for Hedy P. Braun was celebrated Friday, Apr. 17 at St. Raymond Church in Mt. Prospect. Private interment services were held Apr. 8 at All Saints cemetery Mausoleum. Born July 24, 1939, she passed away Tuesday, Apr. 7. She is survived by her husband, Thomas A. Braun and her children, Lynn Braun Montgomery (Mark) and Christopher Thomas Braun and Jill Braun Maher (John) and her grandchildren, Alex Montgomery and Matthew Montgomery and Ethan Thomas Maher. Her brother, Daniel Horvath, nieces, nephews and cousins.
Robert H. Breidinger
Formerly of Rolling Meadows
Robert H. Breidinger, 79 of Belvidere, formerly of Rolling Meadows, died Friday, Apr. 17 at Swedish American in Belvidere after a sudden illness. Born on Aug. 7, 1929 in Chicago, he married
Clara Quist in 1951 and served in the US Army during the Korean War. He is survived by his wife, Clara; children David (Judy) Breidinger, Kirk Breidinger, Karen (Paul) Jasczynski, Norine (Richard) Fendrych, Steven Breidinger and Roy Breidinger; seven grandchildren, sister, Lucille. He is preceded in death by his parents and his daughter, Linda. Funeral services were held Saturday, Apr. 25. Burial in Belvidere cemetery with military honors.
Wilbur Foss
'Bobo the Clown'
Wilbur O. Foss, 86, of Chicago, died Mar. 31 at Alexian Brothers Medical Center in Elk Grove. Born Jan. 11, 1923 in Chicago, he served in the Army and was stationed in Italy when World War II ended. He was a Master Mason and one of the founders of the Medinah Clown Unit. He was also a member of Park Ridge Masonic Lodge 988. Friend of his former wife, Bernice Foss; father of Wayne Foss. Visitation was Friday, Apr. 3. until Masonic service, under the direction of the Park Ridge Lodge, at Meadows Funeral Home in Rolling Meadows. Interment was Apr. 11 at Mt. Emblem cemetery in Elmhurst.
George Kostrzewski
Of Des Plaines
George Kostrzewski, 81, of Des Plaines died on Apr. 16. He was born May 18, 1927 in Poland. Visitation took place Monday, Apr. 20 at Oehler Funeral Home, Des Plaines Chapel. Prayers were said Tuesday, Apr. 21 at Our Lady of Hope Church in Rosemont. Entombment in All Saints Mausoleum. Mr. Kostrzewski is survived by his wife, Jadwiga; children, Elizabeth (Andrew) Szewczyk, Boguslaw (Irene) Kostrzewski, Zbigniew (Izabella) Kostrzewski; seven grandchildren and one great-grandchild; sister Maria, friend Elizabeth.
Herbert E. Lorenz
Of Rolling Meadows
Herbert E. Lorenz, 75, of Rolling Meadows, died Apr. 19 at Northwest Community Hospital, Arlington Hts. Born May 4, 1933 in Chicago, he worked as a truck driver for many years. Mr. Lorenz was a veteran of World War II, serving in the Air Force. Husband of Grace; brother of Frederick (Beverly), Elaine (Bruno) Jankauskas, Elmer, Clarence (Cheryl) Lorenz. Visitation was Thursday, Apr. 23 at Meadows Funeral Home in Rolling Meadows. Funeral services were held Friday, Apr. 24, from chapel to Our Lady of the Wayside Church. Interment at Queen of Heaven cemetery, Hillside.
Shirley J. Lundgren
Of Wheeling
Visitation for Shirley J. Lundgren, 76, took place Tuesday, Apr. 21 at St. Peter Lutheran Church in Schaumburg. Interment in St. Peter cemetery. Born Oct. 8, 1932, in San Francisco, Ca., she died Friday, Apr. 17. Survivors include her children, Linda (George) Fanelli, Cindy (Marty) Bemau, Terri (Dave) Romani and Mark (Misty); grandchildren and great-grandchildren; brother, Herbert (Pat) Atwater. She was preceded in death by her husband, Gerald and her parents.
Robert M. Martindale
Of Mt. Prospect
Robert M. Martindale, 75, of Mt. Prospect, died Apr. 7 at home. He was born Oct. 13, 1933 in Springfield, Mass. A banking, marketing and financial consultant, he also did voice over for radio commercials. He was founder of Martindale and Associates. Father of David (Mary), J. Thomas (Connie), Michael (Cindy), Jeff and the late Gregg (Patty) Martindale. Grandfather of Laura, Karen, Mallory and Lindsey. Brother of Donald Martindale, Harriett Friedly and the late Kenneth Martindale. Funeral services were held Saturday, Apr. 11 at Trinity United Methodist Church in Mt. Prospect. Visitation was Apr. 10 at Friedrichs Funeral Home in Mt. Prospect.
Marion J. O'Connell
Of Rolling Meadows
Marion J. O'Connell, 94, of Rolling Meadows, died Apr. 18 at The Moorings Health Care Center, Arlington Hts. Born Oct. 19, 1914 in Arlington Hts., she was a former beauty shop owner. She is survived by her daughter, Mary K. (Don) Olson; son, Michael J. (Bonnie); grandchildren, great-grandchildren, brother, nieces, nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death by her husband, William, parents and brother, Frank. Visitation took place Tuesday, Apr. 21 at Meadows Funeral Home in Rolling Meadows to St. Colette Church for Mass. Interment was in All Saints cemetery.
Josephine M. Polites
Of Buffalo Grove
Funeral services for Josephine M. Polites, 86, formerly of Chicago, will be held at 10 a.m. Monday, May 11, at Harvest Chapel in Lake Zurich. Interment will take place in Fairmont Willow Hills cemetery, Chicago. Born Oct. 8, 1922 in Buffville, Kansas. She married
James G. Polites in 1945. They were married
for 40 years. She died Mar. 23 at Sunrise Assisted Living in Buffalo Grove. Mother of Conway (Patricia) and Rita (Konigsbauer) grandmother of James (Jill) and Victor (Stacey) Polites, Kimberley and Paul Konigsbauer. Loving great-grandmother.
Robert G. Price
Of Arlington Hts.
Visitation for Robert G. Price, 91, of Arlington Hts., was held Tuesday, Apr. 21, at Matz Funeral Home, Mt. Prospect. Funeral services were held Wednesday, Apr. 22, at the funeral home. Interment in Memory Gardens cemetery, Arlington Hts. Born June 24, 1917, in Chicago, he died Apr. 18. He owned and operated Allstate Electronics in Chicago prior to retirement. Husband of Margaret; father of Wayne (Kathleen), Susan (Richard) Evans, Kathleen (James) Wolke and Nancy (Michael) LeScouarnec; grandfather and great-grandfather.
Russell J. Reynolds
Of Niles
Russell J. Reynolds, 80, of Niles died Friday, Apr. 17 at Lutheran General Hospital. Visitation took place at Skaja Terrace Funeral Home on Monday, Apr. 20. Services were held at Skaja and St. John Brebeuf Church, Tuesday, Apr. 21. Burial in Rosehill cemetery. Born Apr. 13, 1929, he was an auto parts manager. He is survived by his daughter, Diane (Rudy) Reynolds; sons, John (Maralena) Reynolds and Rusty Reynolds; grandchildren, Elizabeth and Annie; sisters Mary Lou Tarvin and Ruth Reynolds.
James W. Schaefer, Jr.
Of Des Plaines
James W. Schaefer, Jr, 74, of Des Plaines, formerly of Park Ridge, died Apr. 18 at Claremont Rehab & Living Center in Buffalo Grove. Mr. Schaefer was a 30-year drummer in "The Riverboat Ramblers, " a New Orleans jazz band. He was also a long-time member of the Park Ridge Lions Club and former executive director of the Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce. Father of James III, Tracey Meicher, Thomas (Mariah) and John (Jennifer); grandfather of Keith, Mason, Abigail and Samantha; former husband of Marlene. Funeral was held Thursday, Apr. 23, from Ryan-Parke Funeral Home to St. Paul of the Cross Church. Interment in Town of Maine cemetery.
Robert R. Scott
Of Des Plaines
A memorial chapel service for Robert R. Scott, 82, will take place Wednesday, May 6 at 1 p.m. at St. Adalbert cemetery in Niles. Cremation was at Funeral Directors Crematory in Berwyn. Mr. Scott was born on Aug. 14, 1926 in Rib Lake, Wisc. He served in the U.S. Navy during WWII. He died on Apr. 15 at Lee Manor Nursing Home in Des Plaines. Mary (nee Forys) Scott, his wife of 61 years, and his daughter Mary (Robert) Dulaitis survive him. Kopicki's Heritage Funeral Home in Berwyn made funeral arrangements.
Vernon H. Stein
Of Rolling Meadows
Vernon H. Stein, 90, of Rolling Meadows, died Apr. 17 at Belmont Village in Buffalo Grove. Born July 5, 1918 in Davenport, Iowa, he worked as a dispatcher for the New York Central and Penn Central railroads for over 42 years. Mr. Stein was the husband of Elizabeth Mary; father of Kenneth (Marcella) and Ronald (Nancy) Stein. Grandfather, great-grandfather and brother. Visitation was held Monday, Apr. 20 at Meadows Funeral Home in Rolling Meadows. Funeral took place Tuesday, Apr. 21 from chapel to St. Colette Church for Mass. Interment was in St. Joseph cemetery, River Grove.
