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Master Diane C. Williams
Diane C. Williams, 60, of East Dundee, IL died August 1, 2003 at Sherman Hospital, Elgin, IL from a three year fight with ovarian cancer and a lifelong battle with Type One (juvenile) diabetes. Diane was born in Chicago on Novembe 6, 1943, the daughter of Mike and Helen Saliga. For the last thirteen years Diane was employed by the Kane County Sheriff's Department as a court security officer, a job that she enjoyed very much.
Diane was one of few women in the U.S. to ever earn the rent of fifth degree black belt, or Master rank, in Tae Kwon Do. Her home is full of awards and trophies. Diane was a black belt instructor at Kim's Academy in Elgin and for fifteen years ran the Huntley Park District's martial arts program, taking it from four students to now over 100 students, creating many new Black Belt graduates. Diane also ran a woman's self defense program at the Huntley Park District, teaching ordinary women how to avoid physical attack. Diane was known for her "indomitable spirit", one of the tenets of martial arts.
Diane earned an Associate Degree in accounting from the Center for Degree Studies and was working toward her Bachelors degree from Western Illinois University. Diane earned an amateur radio license, N9MUW and enjoyed using her two meter radio around Elgin.
Her brother Ken and father Mike of Tinley Park, IL, survive Diane. Diane leaves her significant other of 23 years, Tim Skoning, of Dundee, IL.
At Diane's request, she was cremated and a memorial service, celebrating Diane's life, being organized by her many fellow martial artist friends, will be held later this year. E-mail: WriteTim@USA.net for more information on Diane's memorial service.
Donations may be made in Diane's name to Assisi Animal Foundation, P.O. Box 143, Crystal Lake, IL 60039-0143. This is a no-kill animal shelter where her visits to help the homeless dogs and cats always deeply touched Diane's heart.
Doris M. Oates
Doris M. Oates, 79 of Elgin, died Tuesday, August 5, 2003 at St. Joseph Hospital in Elgin. Beloved wife of 55 years of Raymond; devoted mother of Judy Heil of Rolling Meadows and Patricia Mele of Sudbury, Massachusetts; dear grandmother of Lisa Willett, Chad Heil, Lindsay Heil, Emily Mele and Sarah Mele.
Born in Dundee, Doris had lived in the Elgin-Dundee area her entire life. She was a homemaker, had assembled watches at the Elgin Watch factory, and did clerical work at Illnois Tool Works. She also worked in the food industry at Gromer's Bakery and at Chicago Rawhide. Doris was a graduate of Dundee High School and a member of Bethlehem Lutheran Church.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Carl and Emma (nee Wessel) Lindemann and her brother, Wilbur Lindemann.
Family will receive friends and relatives beginning at 6:30 p.m. Monday, August 11 at Bethlehem Lutheran Church, located on Rt. 72 in West Dundee, Illinois. A memorial service will begin at 7:30. Interment will be private.
Arrangements by The Neptune Society,
DeWayne Block
DeWayne Block, 70, of South Elgin passed away Friday, August 6, 2004 in his home. He was born on October 25, 1933 in Elgin, the son of John and Ester (Thrun) Block. DeWayne was a graduate of Elgin High School, Class of 1952. He was a veteran, and served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. DeWayne had worked for the City of Elgin 38 years, in the street department, prior to his retirement.
Survivors include his wife, Shirley (Boyd) of South Elgin, whom he married
on February 25, 1967; two children, Kimberly (Bradley) Walden of South Elgin and Todd Block of Elgin, IL; a grandchild, Codi Lynn Walden; and a sister, Phyllis Ehlers of Bellevue, FL.
preceded in death by his parents; and his brother, Bobby Block.
Funeral services will be held on Monday at 10 AM in the Laird Funeral Home, Elgin. Burial will be in Bluff City cemetery, Elgin. Visitation will be on Sunday in the funeral home from 4 to 8 PM. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Season's Hospice, 1600 W. Dempster St., Park Ridge, IL, 60068.
Jane A. Kruschel
Jane A. Kruschel, 69, passed away on July 24, 2004 in her sleep at Sutter Hospital in Roseville, CA. She had suffered a stroke on July 19 and never regained consciousness.
Born September 23, 1934 to Millard and Margery Meece in Aurora, IL, she moved frequently with the family hotel business. She competed in many baton twirling competitions, both state and nationwide, and later taught her own students. She received an Associate's degree from Northern University.
In 1956, she married
Donald Dart and had a daughter, Christi in 1959. Christi and Charlie Benz live in Granite Bay, Ca with their four children, Samantha, Jessica, Maxwell and Alexandra. Jane moved to CA in October of 2004 and joined their family.
Jane wed Paul Hembd in 1964 and had a son, Alan in 1966 and lived in Elgin, IL. Alan and Bobi Hembd live in Eau Claire, WI and have four children, Mackenzi and Brianna and twins, Alan and Cody.
In 1991, Jane married
Vern Kruschel and they moved to Oregon, IL, where Jane stayed until her recent move to CA. Vern's children, Lori, Pat and Paul found a special place in her heart.
Throughout her life she put heart and soul into whatever task or group she became involved with. From 4-H and PTA to the Boot Scooters, Women's League, Extension and even working out at the rec. center, she loved the people and the activities that were a part of her days.
A memorial to celebrate her life will be held in Oregon, IL on Saturday, August 14, 2004 at 4:00 p.m. in the First Presbyterian Church, 200 S. Fifth St. (815)732-2894.
Herman A. Rehberg
Herman A. Rehberg, 66, of Green Valley, AZ, formerly of Elgin, IL, passed away peacefully July 17, 2004 in Everett, WA. Born February 9, 1038 in Burtons Bridge, IL to Herman Sr. and Emma (Pinnow) Rehberg.
He retired after 30 years with Ameritech and enjoyed traveling around the country with his wife Sandra of 44 years. Herm also enjoyed golfing and hiking with his friends. He was a member of the Lutheran Church of the Risen Savior, Green Valley.
Surviving are his wife Sandra, son Jeffrey (Stephanie), daughter Paula (Jeffrey) Thomas, brothers Lavern (Alice) and Roger (Joyce), grandchildren Jeremy, Jessica and Joshua. He was preceded in death by his parents, brother Richard, sisters Violet Rice, Helen Rice, Ruth Brown and granddaughter Amelia Thomas.
A memorial service will be held at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 1111 Van St., Elgin, August 14, 2004 at 2pm. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN
Gregarious, industrious and above all else kind, Herman will be long remembered and missed.
LeRoy C. "Andy" Anderson
LeRoy C. "Andy" Anderson, 91, of Louisville, Kentucky, formerly of Elgin, IL, passed away Friday, August 6, 2004 at Hurstbourne Care Center, Louisville. He was born June 27, 1913 in Elgin, the son of Axel William and Emma Funk Anderson. He attended public schools in Elgin. He was Produce Manager for Gromer's Supermarket and California Market, both in Elgin before retiring. During World War II he worked for Douglas Aircraft. He was a lifelong organic gardener and excellent cook.
Surviving are his son, Philip J. (Ann) Anderson of Louisville; three grandsons, Philip J. Anderson II, Jeffrey R. (Kim) Anderson and Jason T. (Amy) Anderson; a sister, Eldora Joerns of South Elgin; and an aunt, Lillian Sterin. He was preceded in death by his parents; and his wife, Dorothy K. Anderson.
Funeral Services will be held Wednesday, August 11, 2004 at 10 AM at Laird Funeral Home, Elgin. Burial will be in Bluff City cemetery, Elgin. Visitation will be held Tuesday from 3 to 8 PM in the funeral home.
Charles "Shorty" Nagy
Charles "Shorty" Nagy, 85, of Elgin passed away Saturday, August 7, 2004 at Heritage Manor, Elgin. He was born March 13, 1919 in Toledo, Ohio, the son of Charles and Susie McCkatura Nagy. He was a member of Epworth United Methodist Church, Elgin.
Survivors include five daughters, Shirley (Bill) Evans of Sycamore, Reane (Robert), Jolene Newcomb, Charlotte (Warner) Guy and Pat (Fred) Romaine all of TN; four sons, Richard (Vonita) Nagy and Ronny Nagy both of WI, Charles Nagy of Elgin and Buddy (Anita) Farmer of NC; and 21 grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Katie (1993); two sons, Bill and Troy; two sisters; and a brother.
Funeral services will be held at 7 PM Tuesday in the Madison Funeral Home, 305 Park St., Elgin. Burial will be private in Lakewood Memorial Park.
Visitation will be held from 5 to 9 PM Tuesday in the funeral home.
Colleen Lee Kastning (Flannery)
Colleen Lee (Flannery) Kastning, 45, of El Paso, TX, died Thursday, August 7, in Providence Hospital, El Paso.
She was born December 26, 1957 in Frankfurt, Germany, the daughter of Joseph L. Flannery and now Janice (Kellenberger) Straugh.
She was a devoted wife and her husband Richard's best friend. She was a devoted Christian who read her Bible every morning, sang in the church choir, and always cared for others. She enjoyed quilting, stamping and keeping family memories. She was an assistant auditor for the El Paso School District. She was a bright light in this world and will be missed dearly by all who knew her.
Surviving are her husband, Richard Kastning of El Paso, TX; her mother, Janice Straugh and stepfather, Bert Straugh of Elgin; paternal grandfather, Frank Cilek of Dundee; a brother, Joe (Brenda) Flannery of Mankato, MN; three sisters, Patricia (David) Vanderhee of Farmington, NM, Beverly Perez of Elgin and Shannon (Nate) Flannery Todd of St. Paul, MN; a stepsister, Tammy Straugh of Hampshire; a step brother, Robert (Jane) Straugh of Temecala, CA; 23 nieces and nephews; her husband's parents, Vernon and Dorothy Kastning of Elgin; and her husband's three sisters, Debra (Bill) MacLeod of Elgin, Sally (Dave) Rolando of South Elgin and Jane (Paul) Sotos of Crystal Lake.
She was preceded in death by her father, Joseph L. Flannery; paternal grandmother, Bernice Cilek; and maternal grandparents, Nathan and Minnie Kellenberger. She was the first to pass on of Minnie and Nathan Kellenberger's 65 grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held at 10 AM on Tuesday, August 12, 2003 in the Laird Funeral Home, Elgin. Burial will be in Bluff City cemetery.
Visitation will be held from 3 to 9 PM on Monday, August 11, 2003 in the funeral home.
Robert J. Mahnke
Robert J. Mahnke, 73, of Gilberts, IL passed away Friday, August 8, 2003 at Sherman Hospital in Elgin, IL.
He was born May 12, 1930 in Waterloo, IA to Reginald and Hulda (Piehl) Mahnke. Bob graduated high school in Waterloo, IA, received his B.A. from Northern Iowa State Teacher's College and his M.A. from the University of Iowa. He was a guidance counselor for 27 years at Elgin High School. Following his retirement in 1986, he devoted his full time to a partnership business in Hampshire, IL, Grass Roots Energy.
Mr. Mahnke served with the U.S. Air Force in Alaska during the Korean War. He was an avid reader and historian. As a long time active member of the Trinity Lutheran Church in Huntley, IL, he was active in volunteer work, especially with the Elgin Soup Kettle and the Bethesda Resale Shop in Crystal Lake, IL.
A devoted husband, father and grandfather, his greatest joy was being with his family, especially on fishing trips in northern Wisconsin. He will be forever missed.
Surviving are his wife of 45 years Marjorie (Hubbell) Mahnke; sons Timothy (Lora) Mahnke of Huntley, IL and Matthew (Elizabeth) Mahnke of West Dundee, IL, two grandchildren, the light of his life Luke and his newborn granddaughter Natalie; a sister Geraldine Mahnke of Waterloo, IA; a brother Richard (Joyce) Mahnke of DuBuque, IA and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Memorial Services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, August 12, at the Trinity Lutheran Church, 11008 N. Church St., Huntley with Pastor Charles W. Kittel officiating.
A memorial visitation will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. Monday at the church and prior to services on Tuesday from 10 to 11 a.m.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions to the Trinity Lutheran Church, 11008 N. Church St., Huntley, IL 60142 or to the charity of one's choice.
The James A. O'Connor Funeral Home of Huntley is assisting the family. Information (847) 669-5111.
Bessie C. Wenmoth
Bessie C. Wenmoth, age 93, of St. Charles died Wednesday at Delnor Glen Assisted Living in St. Charles. She was born December 4, 1909 in Wayne, IL.
Bessie was employed for 50 years by the Little Traveler in Geneva before her retirement. She was a member of the United Methodist Church in Geneva and formerly the LaFox Club Social Group. In her free time, she loved decorating her house for holidays and enjoyed needle pointing, reading and working with flowers.
She is survived by her nephew, Robert (Lynn) Drafall of State College Penn; niece, Margaret Drafall of Elgin; great nephews, Todd (Melissa) Drafall of Aurora and Ryan (Karla) Drafall of Romeoville. Also her great great niece, Kaitlyn.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Wilfred "Bud"; brother, Willard Olsen and sister, Dorothy Drafall. Also her nephews, Kent Drafall and William Olsen.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday at the Yurs Wittenberg Funeral Home. 1771 W. State St. (Rt. 38), Geneva. The Rev. William Obalil will officiate. Burial will be at Union cemetery in St. Charles.
Visitation will be from 3 to 7 p.m. on Sunday at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the family who will be establishing a fund in Besse's memory to the Delnor Glen Assisted Living Fifth Ave. Suites.
