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Linda S. Hayden
Linda S. Hayden, age 56, a resident of Kenosha, died Sunday, March 27, 2005 at Victory Memorial Hospital in Waukegan.
Born on March 26, 1949 in Kenosha, she was the daughter of the later Harold Hayden and Violet (Williams) Hayden of Kenosha.
She was educated in the schools of Kenosha and was a graduate of Tremper High School. She was also a graduate of Gateway Technical College in the nursing program.
In January 1974 she married
Randolph Brabant. They would later divorce.
She was employed as a LPN by Rolling Meadows Nursing Home in Zion, IL.
She was a member of St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Wadsworth, IL. She was an avid cook and enjoyed preparing large meals for family gatherings. She loved to read and study various subjects. She also loved art and visiting the Art Museum in Chicago.
She is survived by her mother of Kenosha; two sons, Christopher Brabant of Vancouver, Canada and Gabriel Brabant of Trevor, WI; two daughters, Dawn Brabant of Pleasant Prairie, Sarah (Dewey) Graham of Mississippi; and two brothers, Terry (Carole) Hayden of Kenosha and Robert (Marie) Hayden of Kenosha.
He father preceded her in death.
A Mass of Christian Burial for Linda will be celebrated on Thursday, March 31, 2005 at 11:00 AM at St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Wadsworth, IL. Burial will take place at Sunset Ridge Memorial Park in Kenosha. Visitation will be on Thursday at the church from 10:00 AM until the time of mass. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the family would be appreciated.
The family has placed their confidence in Family Options Funeral and Cremation Services.
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(262)554-6533
Angeline E. Jakaitis (nee Pasiewicz)
Angeline "Nell" Jakaitis, 86, beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, entered into eternal life on Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at Columbia Hospital in Milwaukee, WI.
Nellie was born in Waukegan, IL on September 15, 1918. She was a resident of Dove Healthcare at Glendale for the past six months. She and her husband owned Midge's Tap in North Chicago for 30 years before retiring to Clearwater, FL in 1980.
Survivors include children, Carol (Marc) Schatz, Mequon, WI, Bill (Suzi), San Diego, CA, and John (Susan), Terre Haute, IN; grandchildren, Jeff, David (Angie) and Timm Schatz, Jason, Tyler, Stefanie and Joy Jakaitis; great-grandchildren, Nathan and Jonathan Schatz; sister, Louise Rogondino; brothers-in-law, Richard (Merle) Jakaitis, Woody Colp, and Dan Parr; and sisters-in-law, Grace (Emil) Nascak , Alice Pasiewicz, Dorothy Pasiewicz, Mary Pasiewicz, and Pat Solie.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 61 years, William (Midge) Jakaitis; sisters, Jean Quigley, Josephine Colp, Lillian Babnik, Dorothy Parr and Florence Boehm; and brothers, Stanley Pasiewicz, Edward Pasiewicz and Thomas Pasiewicz.
A Memorial mass will be on Friday, April 1, 2005, at 12 noon at Holy Family Church, 450 Keller St., Waukegan, Illinois. Family visitation will be from 10:00 AM until time of service. In lieu of flowers, memorials to your favorite charity are appreciated.
Robert E. May
Robert E. May, 82, of Zion, Illinois passed away March 29, 2005. He was born September 14, 1922 in Miles, Texas and lived in the Lake County area since the early 1950's. Robert was a business owner of May Floors in Waukegan and a Realtor for the Lake County area for a number of years. He was a decorated World War II Hero from the 9th Infantry, under General Patton who lost his right arm at the young age of 21, serving our country. He was an avid fisherman and sports fan.
Robert is survived by his four children; sons, dean (Adriana) Lassiter of Kenosha, WI, Larry (Sue) Partone of Beach Park, IL; two daughters, Carloe May of California and Linda; grandchildren, Jericho and Julianna Lassiter of Kenosha, WI, Cindy Patrone and Justin Mecleiros of Beach Park and Chris. He is also survived by his sister, Ann Brennen of El Paso, TX.
Robert is preceded in death by his wife, June May; his son, Robert (Bobby) May; brother, Harvey May; and parents, Marie and Oliver May. Thanks for your guidance and constant examples of being a model Dad!
Visitation will be held Friday, April 1, 2005 from 5 to 8 PM and Saturday, April 2, 9 to 10 AM at MARSH FUNERAL HOME, 1521 Wahington St., Waukegan, IL. Funeral service will be Saturday 10 AM at Marsh Funeral Home. Burial at Mt. Olivet in Zion, Illinois.
Bertha S. Millimaki
Bertha S. Millimaki, 96, of Waukegan, formerly of Lantana, FL., passed away on Wednesday, March 23, 2005 at the Waukegan Pavilion Nursing Home.
She was born on August 11, 1908 in McFarland, MI and married
William Millimaki on September 8, 1925 to whom she had been married
to for 66 years.
Bertha was a member of St. Mark's Lutheran Church in Waukegan, as well as the Ladies of Kaleva and the Finnish Tourist Club.
Survivors include one son, Marvin Millimaki of Gwinn, MI; six grandchildren, Debra (David) Acker of Pleasant Prairie, WI., Karen (Greg) Nixon of Grayslake, IL., Robert (Heidi) Millimaki of Kenosha, WI, Kathy (Dr. Herbert) Kollinger of Alpharetta, GA., Marvin Millimaki Jr. of VA., and Michael Millimaki of North Carolina; one sister, Vivian Ferrare of Waukegan; two daughters-in-law, Dorothy (the late Lloyd) Millimaki of Waukegan and Joan (the late Robert) Millimaki of North Chicago.
She was preceded in death by her husband, William in 1991; one granddaughter, Colleen; one brother, Sylvest Viitala; and one sister, Mary Stenholm.
Memorial Services will be 11:00 AM on Thursday, March 31, 2005 at St. Mark's Lutheran Church, Delany and Yorkhouse Rds. in Waukegan. Interment will follow at Highland Memorial Park in Libertyville.
Friends may call from 10:00 AM Thursday until the time of service only at St. Mark's Lutheran Church.
Salata Funeral Home of Gurnee 4190 Old Grand Avenue, was privileged to serve the family.
Finley "Gus" Gustafson
Age 76. died on March 21, 2005 in a Florida hospital. Finley was born in Zion, IL on July 8, 1928 to Finley and Mabel Gustafson.
Finley married
Junella Dahn on November 25, 1950. They also made their home in Zion where Finley worked at Great Lakes Naval Base in North Chicago, IL, in the photography department. He began a full-time studio in 1951 and established Finley Photography in Winthrop Harbor in 1978. The business was sold to Todd and Teri Fedler in 1992, and renamed Fedler Photography.
Once retired, Finley and Junella were able to travel extensively doing volunteer work with SOWERS (Servants on Wheels Ever Ready). They eventually resettled in Mt. Dora, Florida.
Survived by his wife of 54 years, Junella of Mt. Dora, FL; sister Loa (Bob) Peterson of Kenosha, WI; son John (Debi) Gustafson of Zion, IL; daughter Diana (Rod) Hayes of Frankfort, KY; son Paul (Pam) Gustafson of Monument, CO; son Bob (Jody) Gustafson of Algonquin, IL. There are 12 grandchildren and three great grandchildren.
A Memorial Service will be held at 3 p.m., Sunday, April 10, 2005 at Christ Community Church, Zion, IL. (847) 746-1411). Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service.
Albert G. Mini
Albert G. Mini, 82 of Waukegan, passed away on Monday, March 28, 2005 at St. Therese Medical Center in Waukegan.
He was born April 6, 1922 in Spring Valley, IL. On November 26, 1991 in Las Vegas, NV he married
Elizabeth Holler. Al was owner and CEO of Illinois Carbide and Al Mini Enterprises, and was still active in the family business up to last week. He was also the former owner of Midlane Country Club in Waukegan.
He attended managing courses in Industrial Engineering for five years at Northwestern University evening school, and was also a graduate of the Industrial Management Institute at Lake Forest College.
Al was a veteran of World War II, having served with the U.S. Army Air Corps, volunteering for pilot training in July, 1943. He served in the Air Force until December, 1945 and attended various Air Force flight-training programs.
He was an avid motorcycle enthusiast and was a member of the Shriner's, Waukegan City Club, active in the Waukegan Republican Party, Croatian Cultural Center, Glen Flora Country Club, former member of the Waukegan Elk's Lodge and the American Legion, alumni of Highland Park High School, former chairman of the Waukegan Port District, and former chairman of the Italian-American Charity Golf Outing in Milwaukee, WI.
Survivors include his wife Elizabeth; three sons, John (Linda) Mini of Russell, IL, Michael Mini of Wadsworth and Walter (Caryn) Page of Lake Villa, IL; two daughters, Glenda (Jack) Johnson of Wadsworth, IL and Diana (David) Carroll of Minnetonca, MN; five grandchildren, Crystal (Griffith) Costa, Charles Griffith, Antonio Mini, Kylie and Ryan Page; and two great-grandchildren, Page and Leah Costa.
He was preceded in death by his parents Peter and Julia (Corsini) Mini.
Friends may call at the SALATA FUNERAL HOME OF GURNEE, 4190 Old Grand Ave., Gurnee from 5 to 8 p.m. on Thursday only.
Mass of Christian Burial will be private at St. Patrick Church on Friday, April 1, 2005. Interment will follow at North Shore Garden of Memories.
Donations may be made in Al's memory to St. Patrick Church Music Department, 15000 Wadsworth Road, Wadsworth, IL 60083.
Eugene Pitts II, M.D.
Dr. Eugene Pitts II, 89, son of Dr. Eugene and Mabel (Jones) Pitts, was born July 4, 1915, in Bloomington, Illinois. He died March 27, 2005. Descended from a family of pioneers, members of his family came to Illinois during the Blackhawk War from Ohio via the Cumberland Trail, having previously lived in New York and Virginia where earlier generations had fought in the American Revolutionary War, one of them fighting at the Battle of Yorktown. Dr. Pitts was educated in the Bloomington school system and attended Illinois Wesleyan University. After graduating from the St. Louis University College of Medicine in 1938, he specialized in roentgenology at St. Luke's Hospital, Chicago, and was certified by the American Board of Radiology in 1945. Dr. Pitts took further training in nuclear medicine at Columbia-Mt. Sinai Hospital in New York City in the early 1960s and was a charter member of the American College of Nuclear Physicians. He practiced radiology first in Racine, Wisconsin, and then for 34 years was the chief radiologist at Victory Memorial Hospital in Waukegan, Illinois, retiring in 1985. He moved to Freeport in 1998.
He married
Leora Shetley on May 28, 1938, in Jefferson City, Missouri. She died on August 14, 1987, in Waukegan. The couple had four children, Eugene (Sharon) Pitts III of Montclair, New Jersey, Dorothy (Dan) Oberhausen of Brighton, Colorado, Lois (Malcolm) McPherson of Freeport, and Linda Pitts (deceased). He is survived by three of his children and grandchildren, Erik Oberhausen of Denver Colorado, Heather McPherson of Freeport, Eugene Pitts IV of Boston, Massachusetts; and great-granddaughter, Samantha Oberhausen of Denver. His grandson, Stefan Pitts is deceased. His sister, Esther (Pitts) Vasileff of Jacksonville, Florida, also survives him.
A private family service will be held at a later date. A memorial fund has been established in his memory for First Presbyterian Church, Freeport.
Arrangements were completed by Burke-Tubbs Funeral Home, 504 N. Walnut Ave., Freeport, IL.
Elizabeth W. Polejewski
Elizabeth W. Polejewski, 85, of Round Lake Beach passed away Friday, March 25, 2005 at Condell Medical Center. She was born February 18, 1920 in Chicago to George and Minnie (Staack) Vandre On July 25, 1942, she married
Edward Polejewski, Sr, at St. Phillipus Church in Chicago.
Formerly of Chicago, Elizabeth moved with her husband to the Round Lake area in 1952. She was a nurse's aide at Victory Hospital for 25 years, and retired in 1980.
She was a loving and devoted mother, grandmother, and great grandmother who greatly treasured spending time with her family.
Survivors include four children, Edward "Bud" (Jessica) Polejewski Jr. of Round Lake, Phyllis Creek of Mesa, Arizona, Larry Polejewski of Round Lake Beach and Karen (Michael) Taylor of Trevor, Wisconsin; 10 grandchildren, John Sr. (Margie), Gary, Alan (Lori), David, Earl Jr., Eddie, Rob, Ginger, Holland and Kylie; eight
great grandchildren; three sisters, Wilma (the late Harold) Schippits of Oak Lawn, Clara (the late Ellis) Roose of Rockford and Marion (the late Sherman) Deckrow of Florida.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Edward Polejewski Sr. on June 30, 1999; her son-in-law, Earl Creek on October 25, 1988; and infant daughter, Connie Polejewski; two brothers, Frederick and George; and two sisters, Henrietta and Katherine.
The visitation will be from 4 until 8 PM Thursday, March 31, 2005 at JUSTEN'S ROUND LAKE FUNERAL HOME, 222 N. Rosedale Ct., Round Lake, IL, 60073
The funeral service will be at 10 AM Friday April 1, 2005 at the funeral home with the Rev. Lisle Kauffman of Calvary Presbyterian Church officiating. Interment will be at Avon Centre cemetery, Rt. 83 and Shorewood Road, Grayslake. For those wishing to send a memorial in Elizabeth's name, the family suggests the American Heart Association or the American Lung Association. For information, call 847-546-3300.
Isabelle Brock Rutledge "Issy"
Isabelle Brock Rutledge, died peacefully in her sleep on Saturday, March 26, 2005. She was born in Winthrop Harbor in 1919 and lived all 85 years in her hometown.
Isabelle attended Winthrop Harbor schools, where she and her husband, John M. Rutledge later helped open a computer center for children. Issy worked for many years operating the Switchboard at Outboard Marine Corporation and Illinois Beach Lodge. She was especially proud of her work building Hellcat airplane engines in Kenosha, during World War II. Issy was best known for helping people. Her door was always open for anyone needed a meal, a place to sleep, or just to talk. She married
John M. Rutledge in 1947 and together they raised two sons, John and Tom. Mr. Rutledge passed away in 2001.
Issy is survived by her sons, John (Pam) Rutledge of Greenwich, CT and Tom (Liz) of Winthrop Harbor; her sister, Jenny Laffredi of Winthrop Harbor; ten grandchildren, Jessica, Amanda, John, Tom (Patti), Todd, Jenny (Dale), Katie and Elizabeth; three great-grandchildren, Zachary, Skylar and Lauren; and her beloved dog, Scotty.
A visitation for family and friends will be held on Saturday, April 2, 2005 from 6:00 until 9:00 PM at the CONGDON FUNERAL HOME, 3012 Sheridan Road, Zion.
Funeral Services will be held on Sunday, April 3rd, at 2:00 PM at the Congdon Funeral Home, with Pastor Jonathan Singleton of Winthrop Harbor United Methodist Church, officiating. Interment will follow at Mt. Olivet Memorial Park, Zion, where she will be laid to rest next to her husband, John.
Memorial donations to the John & Issy Rutledge Computer Lab at North Prairie School have been suggested.
Derek W. Samorez
Derek W. Samorez, 34, of Gurnee, IL, passed away on Friday, March 25, 2005, at St. Therse Hospital in Waukegan.
Derek was born on November 3, 1970 into a world to be filled with many challenges for him. At three months he had the first of many surgeries to attempt to correct a condition known as "pseudoarthrosis of the tibia", one of several known symptoms of the devastating disease "neurofibromatosis". He endured bone grafts in his left tibia, insertions of titanium plates, screws, and rods, leg lengthening devices, staphylococcus infections, body casts, leg braces, and strong pain medications, all under the auspices of the very wonderful doctors and staff at Shriners Hospital for Crippled children in Chicago. Crutches became a part of his being and he moved as fast as all the kids on two good legs; there was literally no stop in him.
The many surgeries stretched into his teenage years, finally coming to a halt after graduation from Warren Township High School in June, 1989. At 19 he received the pronouncement by his doctors that "the graft has taken, the bone if solidly weight-bearing- Derek, you're good to go!" He got a job, attended some CLC classes, and enjoyed life. Jump to age 21, when it all began to fall apart again. The staph infection lurking in his body reared up and the once solid bone graft began to erode. For nine full months Derek battled ravishing infection-until his doctors told him there was no hope. "We can't cure if...your leg will have to be taken to save your life." On May 28, 1993, the leg was amputated below the knee and he was sent home to heal. Heal he did, and within a few months he was fitted with a preliminary prosthesis. In a few weeks he was walking on two good legs and a few months later he told his mother, "Ma-all I ever wanted was to be able to walk strong and stand tall." She replied, "And you are sure doing that, Derek."
Life appeared to be going along on a fairly even keel when phantom limb pain and the physical and mental stresses of all his life caught up with him in May, 1996. Derek had a complete mental breakdown and was diagnosed as being bipolar/manic-depressive. Another hospital, different doctors, more medications seemed to get him back into what passed for a somewhat "normal" life-whatever that is. He had experience working many different jobs over the years and knew quite a bit about a lot of "stuff". He was a very helpful, kind and caring man and adored the dogs and cats he had over the years-even the cats would often come running when he called their names.
Derek is survived by his parents, Walter M. and Carol Hahn Samorez of Gurnee; a sister, Elisabeth (Steve) Schultz of Poplar Grove, IL; and lots of aunts, uncles and cousins on both parents' sides. He had many longtime friends-among them Charlie, Dave, Kurt, Mikey, Randy and so many others he could always depend on.
Welcoming him in his new location are his loving Grandma and Grandpa Hahn and Grandma and Grandpa Samorez; as well as a few others, all of whom must be as happy to see him as we, here, are sad to lose him.
Arrangements are being made through the Marsh Funeral Home, Gurnee, for cremation and there will be no service at this time-only because his parents can't bring themselves to that just yet. Perhaps there will be a memorial celebrating his short life at a later date. Derek was a truly good guy and we miss him much more than can be expressed in any words. Please pray for Derek's soul.
Anyone wishing to make a contribution in Derek's name may send it to: Shriners Hospital, 2211 N. Oak Park Avenue, Chicago, IL 60707, phone: 773-622-5400; the Uptown Cafe, 300 Grand Avenue, Waukegan, IL 60085 (run by the Lake County Chapter of NAMI (National Alliance for Mental Illness): or to any no-kill animal shelter or animal rescue organization.
Helen E. Scott
Helen E. Scott, 83, of Zion, IL formerly of Farmingdale, New York and St. Augustine, Florida, died on Saturday, March 26, at the Terrace North Nursing Home in Zion. Helen was born March 22, 1922, in New Jersey and taught kindergarten in public schools for 24 years.
Survivors include a daughter, Pamela Campbell of Winthrop Harbor, IL; sons, William (Linda) Scott of Brookhaven, NY and Edward (Kathleen) Scott of Salt Lake City, Utah; eight grandchildren; and a great grandchild. She was preceded in death by her husband, William Scott in 1998.
A Memorial Service will be held Thursday, March 31, 2005 at 7 PM at the CONGDON FUNERAL HOME, 3012 Sheridan Rd, Zion with Rev. Paul Gerardy of Memorial United Methodist Church of Zion officiating. Friends may greet the family from 5 PM until the time of services at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the EMMA Concert Association. (904) 797-2800.
Reva Evelyn Sheehan
Reva Evelyn Sheehan, age 77, of Round Lake Beach, IL, passed away on Tuesday, March 29, 2005 at Hillcrest Nursing Home in Round Lake Beach, IL. She was born to Guy and Ora Belle (Howard) Williams on February 23, 1928 in Mt. Vernon, IL. She married
Frank E. Sheehan on September 13, 1947 in Mt. Vernon, IL.
Reva is survived by her loving husband, Frank, of 58 years; son, Michael (Ethel) Sheehan of Gurnee, IL; daughter, Teresa McFadden of Wenatchee, WA; brother, Doyle (Shirley) Williams of Mt. Vernon, IL; sister, Opal Smith of Mt. Vernon, IL; sister-in-law, Helen Heeley of Milwaukee, WI; grandchildren, Elizabeth McFadden of Seattle, WA and Collin McFadden of Seattle, WA.
She is preceded in death by her parents.
Reva was a member of St. Irenaeus Catholic Church.
Friends may meet with the family on Thursday, March 31, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. until service time at 12:00 noon at Warren Funeral Home, 1475 N. cemetery Rd., Gurnee, IL 60031, with Father Robert Beaven officiating. Burial will take place at Warren cemetery & Mausoleum, Gurnee, IL.
For information, please call 847-855-2760.
