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Larry A. Rosenbaum
Larry A. Rosenbaum, 56, of Gurnee, IL passed away March 22, 2003 at Froedtert Memorial Hospital, Milwaukee, Wisconsin. He was born May 8, 1946 in Akron, Ohio and was a member of St. Andrews Episcopal Church. He was also a member of The Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of Ohio; Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite, Valley of Akron; ZENIBIA TEMPLE, A.A.O.N.M.S. of Toledo, Ohio; and Society of Plastic Engineers. He loved to cook, travel and work with wood. Larry attended Kenmore High School and Akron University. He served 20 years at Baxter of Round Lake, most recently as the Director of Engineering. While at Baxter he received numerous commendations. He also worked for HPM Corporation at Marion, Ohio, Hancore Inc. of Finley, Ohio, and N.R.M. of Akron, Ohio. Throughout his life he developed over 25 patents and published articles in several plastics trade journals.
Survivors include his loving wife Sue Rosenbaum; one brother Joel Rosenbaum; two nephews of Akron, OH; one aunt Lizabeth Hawkins and cousins Clay and Elmer Rosenbaum of Virginia.
He was preceded in death by his parents Aaron and Nita Rosenbaum and stepmother Violet Rosenbaum
Visitation will be on Wednesday from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. and from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. at MARSH FUNERAL HOME, 305 cemetery Rd., Gurnee, IL 60031. (847) 336-0127. Funeral services will be on Thursday at 3:30 p.m. at St. Andrews Episcopal Church, 31 Park Ave., Grayslake, IL 60030. Burial will be private.
Leon B. Sheffer
Funeral service for Leon B. Sheffer, 70, of Lakemoor is 10 a.m. Thursday at the Church of the Nazarene, 1515 W. Maple Ave., Mundelein. Interment will follow in Ascension cemetery, Libertyville. He was born May 24, 1932 in Hammond, IN and died Saturday, March 22, 2003 at the Valley Lutheran Hospital in Phoenix, AZ.
Leon and his late wife Clara were the former owners of the Country Gardens in Grayslake and Lake Villa. He was also a member of the Gagewood Lions Club and a journeyman bricklayer Local 120.
He is survived by his children Al (Sharon) Sheffer of Lake Villa, Linda (Barry) Robarge of Fernandina Beach, FL, Clare (Al) Cole of Pueblo, CO, Sue (Gary) Marolt of Waukegan, Jeff (Linda) Sheffer of Gurnee, his grandchildren Bill, Gary (Theresa), Liz (Les), Cindy, Aaron (Erin), Michelle (Zachary), Janelle, Adam, Daniel, Andrew, Tom (Jenny), Chris (Mark), Heather, Casey, Mandy, Kelly, Kevin, Amy, great grandchildren Lindsay, Lauren, Keaton, Noah, Lillie, Cody, Sydney, and his brother Paul (Joan) Sheffer.
He was preceded in death by his wife Clara, son Timmy Sheffer, daughter Deborah Mullen, sisters Pauline Heick and Lee Drewery.
Visitation is Wednesday from 4-9 p.m. at the KRISTAN FUNERAL HOME P.C., 219 W. Maple Ave. (2 blocks west of Rt. 45 on Rt. 176) Mundelein. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the Gagewood Lions Club, 17740 Dartmoor Dr., Grayslake, IL 60030. For info 847-566-8020.
Marcella "Marcy" A. Witek
Mass of Christian Burial for Marcella A. Witek, 83, is at 11 AM Wednesday at St. Mary of Vernon Church, 236 Rt. 45, Indian Creek, IL. Interment will follow in Ascension cemetery, Libertyville.
She was born June 1, 1919 in North Chicago and died Sunday March 23, 2003 at Condell Medical Center in Libertyville. A current resident of Winchester House in Libertyville, Marcy was a member of the P.N.A. 1078 and a former member of Queen of Peace Catholic Church in North Chicago.
She is survived by her sisters Ann Satterfield, Wanda Velkover, her special nieces and nephews Judy, Christine and George Forwe whom she lived with the last 3 years, her sister-in-law Mary Witek and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her sister Francis, brother William and her parents Frank and Sophie (nee Pinas) Witek.
Visitation is from 9-10:30 AM Wednesday at the KRISTAN FUNERAL HOME, P.C., 219 W. Maple Ave. (2 blocks west of Rt. 45 on Rt. 176) Mundelein. In lieu of flowers memorials to Misericordia Home, 6300 N. Ridge, Chicago, IL 60660. 847-566-8020.
John W. Boegen
John W. Boegen, age 84, of Waukegan, died March 20, 2004 at Galena, Illinois. He was born October 19, 1919 in Chicago.
He was a member of First Congregational Church of Waukegan. He was a member of Johns Manville Quarter Century Club and retired from Johns Manville in 1971. He was superintendent of Potton Chemicals, Ltd., Masonville, Quebec, Canada 1971-1976. He was a golfer at Bonnie Brook Golf Course. He was a graduate of ELA Vernon High School, Lake Zurich and Lake Forest College School of Management. He was a U.S. Army veteran during WWII.
He is survived by two daughters and three sons, Polly (Tom) Brill of Galena, IL, Judy (Dennis) Murtha of Chesapeake, Virginia, Larry (Darlene) Boegen of Waukegan, IL, Stuart (Trudy) Nelson of Chesterton, Indiana, Brad (Charlene) Nelson of Las Vegas, Nevada; a sister, Phyllis Clendening of Mundelein, IL; grandchildren, Bradley Nelson Jr. of Colorado, Kevin (Diana) Nelson of Fountain, Colorado, Greg (Linda) Nelson of Daly City, California, Gina (Mike) Espinoza of Las Vegas, Nevada, Leslie Nelson of Chesterton, Indiana, Marc Nelson of Chesterton, Indiana, Kelly (Jeff) Pendergrass of Fuquay Varina, NC, Tracy (Keith) Kruse of Beach Park, IL, Eric Murtha of Minneapolis, MN, Lauren Boegen of Waukegan, IL, and John T. Boegen of Waukegan, IL; seven great grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Blanche; parents, John Rolland and Rose Eichmann Boegen; and sister, Ruby Geary.
Visitation will be held Friday, March 26 from 10 to 11 AM at MARSH FUNERAL HOME. Service at 11 AM Friday at MARSH FUNERAL HOME OF GURNEE, 305 cemetery Road. Burial Highland Memorial Park.
Memorials to Friends of Galena Public Library, 601 S. Bench St., Galena, IL 61036 or JoDaviess County Home Health Nurses, 9483 U.S. Route 20 W., Galena, IL 61036.
Sandra L. Erickson
Sandra L. Erickson, 44 of Lake Villa, IL passed away Saturday, March 20, 2004 at home, due to sudden illness. She was born August 31, 1959 at Valley Forge, PA.
Miss Erickson was employed at Vista Health as a Nursing Supervisor. She was a member of the American Association of Critical Care Nurses, the American Nurses Association and the Society of Critical Care Medicine. She was also a member of Sigma Sigma Sigma Sorority.
She is survived by her brother, Douglas Erickson; her aunt and uncle, Bill Curry, Jr., and Pat Ewing; nieces Tanya and Barbara Stone; a great niece and a great nephew; and a very close to her heart, lifelong friend, David Steele and the Steele family.
She was preceded in death by her mother and father, Delores and Glenn Erickson; and her maternal grandparents, Vera and Bill Curry.
Funeral services and a memorial for the family will be held privately. Funeral arrangements provided by RAGO BROTHERS FUNERAL SERVICES, 7751 W. Irving Park Rd., Chicago, IL 60634 (773)276-7800
John P. Gilles
Mass of Christian Burial for John P. Gilles, 66, of Mundelein is 10 a.m. Saturday at Santa Maria del Popolo Chapel, 116 N. Lake St., Mundelein. Entombment will follow in Ascension cemetery, Libertyville. He was born April 23, 1936 in Lake Forest and died Wednesday, March 24, 2004 at Condell Medical Center in Libertyville. John was a member of Local 20 Waukegan Brick and Stone Masons and was the Union's Business Agent for the past 12 years.
He is survived by his wife Peggy (nee Austin), his children Michelle (Michael) West, Jeffrey (Natalie) Warkenghien, his sister Mary Ann Wrast, grandchildren Jake, Adam, Alex, Sarah, Maggie and his mother-in-law Margaret Harlan. He was preceded in death by his parents John and Bessie (nee Leeson) Gilles.
Visitation is Friday from 3-8 p.m. at the KRISTAN FUNERAL HOME P.C., 219 West Maple Ave. (2 blocks west of Rt. 45 on Rt. 176) Mundelein. In lieu of flowers, masses appreciated. 847-566-8020.
Jerry Globis
Jerry Globis, age 51 of Waukegan, IL passed away on March 18, 2004 at the Great Lakes Naval Training Base. He was born September 4, 1949 in Waukegan, IL.
Jerry worked for Great Lakes Printing and Publications for 25 years. He served in the Army two years and is a Vietnam Veteran. He is also a graduate of Waukegan High School.
He is survived by his brother, Joe Globis; his nephew, John Globin; nieces, Renee Globin, and Maureen Kennedy; sister-in-law, Diana Globis; great nieces, Rachelle Dulaney, Samantha Globis, McKenzie Globis, Alexis Globis; and great nephew, Tyler Globis.
Jerry was preceded in death by his parents, John and Minnie Globis; sister, Patricia Globis; brothers, James and Joe Globis and niece, Kimberly Globis.
Funeral service is 10:30 a.m. Saturday, March 27, 2004 at The March Funeral Home, 1521 Washington St., Waukegan, IL 60085 (847) 336-0127. Chaplin Lt. Ronald Pettigrew, officiating. Burial at North Shore Garden of Memories. Visitation will be from 9:30-10:30 a.m. Saturday at the Marsh Funeral Home, Waukegan.
Joseph Grahovac Jr.
Joseph Grahovac Jr., age 60, a lifelong resident of Gurnee, died March 20, 2004 at Pinnacle Health Care. He was born August 7, 1943 in Gurnee.
He was a member of the Serbian Orthodox Church in Third Lake. He was a retiree of Commonwealth Edison after 22 years of service from 1975-1997. He was a graduate of Warren Township High School 1961, past director and active member of the Kenosha Charter Harley Owners Group (HOG).
He is survived by two sons, Joseph Grahovac III and Jeffrey (Charlotte) Grahovac; two grandchildren, Emmaline Grace and Trenton Pierce Grahovac; mother, Jennie Grahovac,; two sisters, Bernice (Tom) Franks and Eileen (Bob) Lis; his former wife, Jane Grahovac-Noren; two nephews, Paul Peterson and Berndt Peterson Jr.; and one niece, Kelly Lis.
He was preceded in death by his father, Joseph Grahovac Sr. and daughter-in-law, Laura Grahovac.
Funeral services will be held today, Thursday, March 25, 2004 at 11 AM. Burial at Holy Mary Mother of God cemetery, Third Lake. Visitation was from 5 to 9 PM Wednesday and 9:30 to 10:30 AM Thursday at MARSH FUNERAL HOME, 305 cemetery Rd., Gurnee.
Donations to benefit Joe's grandchildrens education.
Diane L. Jones
Surrounded by her family, Diane L. Jones of North Chicago left this world for another on March 23, 2004.
She was born in Ironwood, MI on June 13, 1948. She was a devoted mother who spent her years pursuing her passion of attentively caring for her 11 children and ten grandchildren. She also enjoyed family events such as fishing, camping, traveling, nature and being a "sports mom", which will be cherished memories for the family. She was an active advocate of children with disabilities and put forth a strong effort in lobbying for rights of disabled children.
Diane was the sister of Geri (Corky) Holiday; brother of Don Bertels; and she has many nieces and nephews.
Diane was the loving and devoted mother of Gwendolynn (Marc) Gaines, Thomas (Jennifer) Jones, Delisa Kelley, Scott (Rhodora) Jones, Derrick, Hector, Marcus, Samuel, Lanita, Lyndsy and Gloria Jones. She was also a devoted Grandmother of Brandon, Dionca, Marshawnna, Cordell, Raeven, Quentin, McKenzy, Chyanne, Thomas Jr., and Camryn.
She leaves to cherish her memories her best friends, Jan Merrifield and Fran LaCognata.
She was preceded in death by her father, mother, husband, and grandchild.
Memorial Services will be held at the Waukegan Community Church, 1016 Grand Avenue, Waukegan, IL 60085 on Saturday, March 27, 2004 at 10:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations be made to Palliative Care Center and Hospice of the North Shore, 9701 N. Knox Ave.-3rd Floor, Skokie, IL 60076
Arrangements by BRADSHAW AND RANGE FUNERAL HOME, 2513 W. Dugdale Rd. Waukegan, IL (847)662-3553.
Virginia Marie Olson
Virginia Marie Olson, 88, a lifelong resident of Waukegan, died peacefully this past Monday, March 22, 2004, at the Rolling Hills Nursing Home in Zion, where she had been admitted on February 25.
She is survived by her husband, Edgar C. Olson of Waukegan, with whom she had been married
almost 65 years; by one son, Guy E. Olson of Rockville, Maryland; and by two grandsons - Mehrtash C. Olson of Atlanta, Georgia, and Ramin M. Olson of New York City.
She was preceded in death by her parents, William and Aurelia (Schaal) Morford, and by her four siblings - Margaret Towns of Waukegan, Isabel McClelland of Chicago, William Morford of Montello, Wisconsin, and Dorothy Thompson of Lady Lake, Florida.
Born in Waukegan on August 23, 1915, she attended Glen Flora Elementary School and Waukegan Township High School, and she was a member of Trinity United Lutheran Church. A memorial service will be held at the church this Saturday, March 27, at 2:30 p.m., with Pastor Dennis H. Kelly officiating. In lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory may be made to Trinity United Lutheran Church, 658 Grand Avenue, Waukegan, IL 60085.
Gary K. Rowe
Gary K. Rowe, age 51, passed away Monday, March 22, 2004 at Victory Memorial Hospital in Waukegan. A life-long resident of Lake Villa, he was born September 28, 1952 in Waukegan to Howard and Irene Rowe. Gary graduated from Antioch High School in 1969. For more than 20 years he was employed at North Chicago Veterans Hospital.
He leaves his loving family to cherish his memory. His son, Tony (Andrea) Rowe, his daughters, Megan and Jenna Rowe. His beloved grandson, Austin Rowe. He leaves his parents, Howard and Irene (nee Steinbach) Rowe; two brothers, Ted Rowe, Tim (Terri) Rowe; one sister, Sharon Rowe. Four nieces, Robin, Michelle, Lindsey and Amber Rowe. Two nephews, George and Harold Kontaxis. Many aunts, uncles and cousins.
Gary was preceded in death by his grandparents.
Funeral services for Gary will be held at 7:30 PM Friday, March 26, 2004 at WARREN FUNERAL HOME, RICHARD S. ZAEHRINGER, DIRECTOR, 1475 N. cemetery RD., GURNEE, IL 60031. (Inside the main entrance of the Warren cemetery at the intersection of Tri-State Parkway and cemetery Road) Pastor John Shumate of Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, Waukegan, IL, will officiate. Interment will be held privately. Friends are invited to the funeral home for visitation 4:00 PM until the time of the service, and are welcome to remain after the service until 9:00 PM. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be directed to American Diabetes Association, 30 N. Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL 60602 or Seasons Hospice and Palliative Care, 1600 W. Dempster Street, Park Ridge, IL 60068. Telephone number: 800-570-8809.
For further information call 847-855-2760.
Edward John Stittgen
Edward John Stittgen, age 78, of Waukegan, died March 21, 2004 at Victory Memorial Hospital. He was born October 27, 1925 in Waukegan.
He was a member of Immanuel Evangelical Church and worked at OMC for 38 years as a foreman. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army during World War II.
He is survived by his wife of 44 years, Lois; eight children, John, Dale, Laurie, Robert, Gary, Brian, Craig; 17 grandchildren; six great grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by a son, Michael, in 1987.
Funeral services will be held on Friday, March 26 at 11:00 AM at Immanuel Evangelical Church, 1310 N. Frolic, Waukegan, with visitation from 10 to 11 AM at the church. Visitation will also be held from 5 to 9 PM Thursday at MARSH FUNERAL HOME, 1521 Washington St., Waukegan. Burial at Warren cemetery, Gurnee. If you'd like to share thoughts and fond memories at: www.mem.com
Nick Valkanet
Born in Chicago on July 10, 1918 to John and Anna Valkanet. Passed on to glory on March 22, 2004 in Lake County.
During those early years he helped at the family grocery store on Janssen Street near Lincoln Park.
Later, he graduated from Waller High School and studied music. He became quite accomplished on the saxophone and clarinet and played in a number of bands and orchestras. He also learned piano on his own and became a life long student on it. Nick worked two jobs most of his life. The second job of playing music for anniversaries and weddings, to make a little extra for the family.
He married
a young pretty Italian girl, Sarah, in June 1940 and soon became a father to the first of their four children, a little daughter, Rosanne. A year later, a son, Edward, was born. During WWII, Nick was then drafted into the U.S. Army, where his musical gifts enabled him to stay stateside playing in the military bands.
After the war, "baby boomers" Richard and Robert were added to round out the Valkanet clan and the family moved to the NW side of Chicago. Nick worked for Teletype Corporation for 20 years and later for the U.S. Postal Service for 25 years, from which he retired in 1984.
When his wife of 48 years passed away suddenly, he moved to Lake County to be closer to his family. He enjoyed watching sporting events and visiting his four children and seven grandchildren and two great grandsons.
He was known as a diligent worker, excellent musician and loved husband and father. His gentle life was one of sacrifice and unselfishness. He did all that he could to provide for his family, never spending a penny on himself, but always giving whatever extra he had to the kids. We, his family, shall never forget the strong influence and values he and our mother gave to us. He shall be missed by us all. We love you Dad.
Memorial Service will be held at Living Waters Church, 525 Atkinson Rd., Grayslake, IL at 11:00 a.m. Phone 847-223-7541 for directions. No flowers; all gifts will be donated to the Romanian orphanage.
Ruth Cunningham King
Ruth Cunningham King was born August 8, 1928, to the late William Emery Sr. and Minnie Lee Cunningham in Waukegan, Illinois, the last of five children. Ruth passed away on March 18th.
Ruth was united in marriage to John Glasco King in June 1949 and celebrated the births of Sandra Elaine, Janice Ruth, and John Everett.
Ruth was a member of Canaan A.M.E. Church, serving in the Church School and on the Usher Board. She earned a Master's Degree in education and retired after serving her community for 36 years as a teacher at Irving School.
Ruth leaves her family to celebrate her homegoing: Sandra Nelson of Seattle, Washington; Janice (Dwayne) Hannah of Markham, Illinois; John King and wife Bridget of Glen Ellyn, Illinois; six grandchildren, Tanya Nelson, Bryant (Jennifer) King, Justin Hannah, Everett King, Brandee (Peter) Zettel, and James Hannah; and two great-grandchildren, Dakota and Elijah King; a brother, Dr. Robert Cunningham of Elizabeth, New Jersey, a sister, Minnie Cunningham of Zion, Illinois. Her extended family includes 6 sisters-in-law, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives and friends.
She was preceded in death by her brothers William E. and Aaron L. Cunningham.
Services will be held on Saturday, March 26, 2005, at Canaan A.M.E. Church at 801 So. 14th Avenue, Maywood, Illinois 60153. Visitation will be at 10:00 a.m. and service at 11:00 a.m. Interment will be at Chapel Hill Gardens West at 17W201 Roosevelt Road, Glen Ellyn. Memorials may be made to the United Negro College Fund.
