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Wayne E. Hamm
Wayne E. Hamm, 92, of Astoria and formerly of Naperville, died Sunday, May 2, 2004, at Culbertson Memorial Hospital in Rushville. He was born May 19, 1912, in Vermont, Ill.
He worked for several years for Sears Roebuck and Co. and worked as purchasing and delivery agent for Don L. Dise Primus Corp. from 1946 to 1993. He was involved in the beginning of the Church of the Brethren Heifer Project and took a load of goats by boat to Japan in 1946. He collected arrowheads and other various items, loved square dancing, and was a Lapidarian, where he cut and polished rocks and gem stones. He was a member of CPS-alternate service for three-and-a-half years in lieu of military service. He was a member of Naperville Community United Methodist Church.
He is survived by his wife, Ruth Hamm of Naperville; a daughter, Cheryl (husband Carlton) Tillman of Gainsville, Fla.; a son, Scott (wife Linda) Carothers of Parkland, Fla.; four grandchildren, Michael and Simone Tillman and Joseph and Nicholas Carothers; a sister-in-law, Pat Hamm of Beardstown; and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by a brother, Verle Hamm, and a sister, Mildred Emerich.
Visitation will take place from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday, May 7, at Shawgo Memorial Home in Astoria.
A service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, May 8, at Astoria Church of the Brethren in Astoria. The Revs. Gary Schultz and Tom Babler will officiate.
Interment will be at Astoria cemetery.
Memorials may be made to Naperville Community United Methodist Church'sstained-glass window fund, 20 N. Center St., Naperville, IL 60540; or Heifer Project International, Box 8058, Little Rock, AR 72203.
Kevin J. Kalbas
Kevin Jay Kalbas, 53, a resident of Naperville since 1975, died Sunday, May 9, 2004, at Edward Hospital in Naperville. He was born Oct. 23, 1950, in Chicago.
Arrangements are pending with Friedrich-Jones Funeral Home in Naperville. Call (630) 355-0213.
Edith M. Kuchenbecker
Edith M. (Johnson) Kuchenbecker, 82, of Naperville and formerly of Lombard, died Wednesday, May 12, 2004, at Edward Hospital in Naperville. Brust Funeral Home in Lombard handled arrangements. Call (888) 629-0094.
Mary E. Penin
Mary E. (Gettel) Penin, 86, a Naperville resident since 1987 and formerly of Southfield, Mich., died Monday, May 17, 2004, at Edward Hospital in Naperville. She was born Aug. 16, 1917, in Brooklyn, N.Y. Friedrich-Jones Funeral Home in Naperville is handling arrangements. Call (630) 355-0213.
Raymond E. Krauss Sr.
Raymond E. Krauss Sr., 62, a six-year resident of Naperville and longtime resident of Tinley Park, passed away peacefully Sunday, May 16, 2004, at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born May 12, 1942, in Chicago.
He was a graduate of Calumet High School, class of 1960, where he met his wife-to-be for 41 years. Ray and Rita were married
July 28, 1962. He was a valuable and loyal employee to Romano Brothers Beverage Co., now Southern Wine and Spirits, for 33 years. It was there that Ray befriended and mentored colleagues and friends that became like family to him. He had a zeal for life while working, and helping not only his children, but others. He was extremely involved in organizing and building the Brementowne Youth Athletic Club in Tinley Park in the early 1970s. He then switched his passion to the Victor Andrew High School Booster Club where he served as president and was instrumental in raising the necessary funding to build the first stadium lights and concession stands.
In his later years, he loved spending quality time with his wife, Rita; his three children and their spouses and his four grandchildren. He developed a strong interest in exotic birds and is survived by his loyal friend and companion "Loki." He was the cornerstone in maintaining strong family values that will live on forever.
He is survived by his beloved wife, Rita (Byrne) of Naperville; his loving children, Raymond E. (wife Suzanne) Krauss Jr. of Naperville, Daniel J. (wife Colleen) Krauss of Indianapolis, Ind., and Michele K. (husband Steven) Doty of Naperville; his cherished grandchildren, Jessica and Nicholas Doty and Corey and Kaylyn Krauss; his dear brothers, Fred (wife Nancy) Krauss and Kenneth (wife Kathleen) Krauss; and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Frieda and Fred Krauss.
A memorial service will be held at 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 19, at the Friedrich-Jones Funeral Home, 44 S. Mill St., Naperville. The family will receive friends from 3 p.m. until the time of service.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks for donations to be made to the Autism Advocates of Indiana, 10223 Caliburn Court, Fishers, IN 48038. Call (317) 596-0098. This organization is presided over by his daughter-in-law, Colleen, and helps out not only his grandson, Corey, but also autistic children worldwide.
Kristen Elyse Passanisi
Kristen Elyse Passanisi, 18, of Oswego and Naperville, died Tuesday, May 25, 2004, at Foster G. McGaw Hospital in Maywood. She was born Feb. 14, 1986, in San Mateo, Calif.
Kristen was a senior at Naperville North High School. She was very active with the American Cancer Society, especially the Relay for Life program.
She is survived by her mother, Jerrie (husband W. Thomas) Baumgartner of Oswego; her maternal grandparents, Jerry and Barbara Flynn of Evant, Texas; her paternal grandparents, Walter and Sonya Baumgartner of Aurora; her aunts, Melody (husband Jack) Hall of Blue Springs, Mo., and Gail Crow of Nixa, Mo.; and her loving dogs, Poody and Kujo.
Visitation will take place from 4 to 8 p.m. Friday, May 28, at the SS Peter and Paul Ministry Center, 36 N. Ellsworth St., Naperville.
A funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, May 29, in the ministry center.
Interment will be at Naperville cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to American Cancer Society of DuPage, 1801 S. Meyers Road, No. 100, Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181.
Friedrich-Jones Funeral Home in Naperville handled arrangements.
Anthony J. "Tony G" Giannola
Anthony J. "Tony G" Giannola, 76, a four-year resident of Naperville and former resident of Chicago and Elmhurst, died Saturday, May 8, 2004, at Edward Hospital in Naperville. He was born July 22, 1927, in Chicago.
He grew up in Chicago's Little Italy neighborhood. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War and was employed for many years as a lens grinder for Uhleman Optical in Chicago, and later for Marshall Field's on Diversey Avenue in Chicago. He was an avid baseball fan and loved the Chicago Cubs. He also enjoyed bowling, gardening and the music of Frank Sinatra. Above all else, he cherished spending time with his grandchildren.
He is survived by a daughter, Florence (Michel) Botbol of Naperville; two grandchildren, Max and Lucas Botbol; his former spouse, Joyce (Mize) Giannola of Indian Head Park; a brother-in-law, Ralph Nardi of Chicago; three nieces and nephews, Bruno Nardi of Florida, Terry (Jerry) Giorgi of Frankfort and Sam (Nargis) Nardi of Lake in the Hills; four great-nieces and great-nephews; and his black Lab, Smokey.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Salvatore and Stella Giannola, and a sister, Josephine Nardi.
Visitation will take place from 4 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, May 11, at Friedrich-Jones Funeral Home, 44 S. Mill St., Naperville.
Services will begin at 9:15 a.m. Wednesday, May 12, at the funeral home and proceed to a 10 a.m. Mass of Christian burial at St. Raphael Church, 1215 Modaff Road, Naperville.
Interment will be at St. Adalbert cemetery in Niles.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to American Lung Association of Illinois, Northeastern Region, 1749 S. Naperville Road, No. 102, Wheaton, IL 60187.
Harold L. 'Jake' Koenig
Harold L. "Jake" Koenig, 74, of Keshena, Wis., and formerly of Naperville, died suddenly Monday, May 17, 2004, in Appleton, Wis. He was born Oct. 25, 1929, in Joliet and was a resident of Naperville from 1959 to 1987. He also had a residence in Beverly Hills, Fla.
He graduated from Joliet Township High School in 1947. He received his bachelor of science degree in civil engineering from the University of Illinois in 1951 and his MBA in 1960 from the University of Chicago. Mr. Koenig retired in 1987 as section engineer after 35 years of employment with Commonwealth Edison in Chicago. He served his country in the U.S. Army during the Korean conflict and received the rank of first lieutenant, commissioned Jan. 7, 1953. He was a member of the Scottish Rite Bodies, Valley of Chicago, Medinah Temple, Chicago, Joliet Lodge 42 and Joliet District Low 12 Club. He formerly held memberships with the DeMolay, Order of Eastern Star, Junior Chamber of Commerce, Boy Scouts of America and Grace United Methodist Church in Naperville.
He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Joan (Sanders), whom he married
Nov. 28, 1953; three children, Harold (wife Mallonee) Koenig Jr. of St. Charles, Pennie (husband John) Sawa of Naperville and Terrie Murr of Ridge Farm; nine grandchildren, Kalynn, Tori and Hallie Lickfelt, Julia and Joe Sawa and Jennifer, Marie, Anna and Kelsey Murr; two sisters, Marianne Leonhardt and Iryne Koenig, both of Joliet; and many nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held from 4 to 8 p.m. Friday, May 21, and from 10 to 11 a.m. Saturday, May 22, at Beidelman-Kunsch Funeral Home, 516 S. Washington St., Naperville.
A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, May 22, at the funeral home .
Interment will be private.
Memorials may be made to the Grace Church Capital Fund Appeal, 300 E. Gartner Road, Naperville, IL 60540; American Heart Association, Dept. 77-3968, Chicago, IL 60678; or a charity of the donor's choice.
Kenneth A. Ohman
Kenneth Arthur Ohman, 68, of Oregon, Ill., formerly of Naperville, died Tuesday, May 18, 2004, at Katherine Shaw Bethea Hospital in Dixon. He was born June 6, 1935, in Geneva.
He graduated from Rockford West High School in 1953, attended Wharton School of Business and graduated from the University of Chicago's MBA program in 1977. He had been a regional manager for Southwestern Bell, Pacific Bell and Central Bell and vice president and regional director for Bell Telephone Corp. nationwide. He married
Lorene (Carter) on Aug. 4, 1984, in Lake Geneva, Wis. He had served as 2nd Lt. Company Ex. Officer for Company C 1st Battalion of the Illinois National Guard. He was a member of Grace United Methodist Church in Naperville and Naperville Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3873.
He is survived by his wife, Lorene; a son, David (wife Donna) Ohman of Lisle; a daughter, Robin Wedeman of Naperville; four grandchildren, Morgan Ohman, Jason Ohman, Ryan Ohman and Katie Wedeman; a brother, Ed (wife Rose) Ohman of Lariner, Colo.; and a sister, Carla (husband Robert) Fill of Rockford.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Emil and Viola (Christensen) Ohman; and a sister, Melinda Ohman-Olson.
Visitation will take place from 4:30 to 8 p.m. Friday, May 21, at Gabel-Dunn Funeral Home, 335 W. Church St., Sheridan. Call (815) 496-2003.
A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, May 22, at Sheridan United Methodist Church, with the Rev. Sally Chipman officiating.
Burial will be at Sheridan cemetery.
Memorials may be directed to the Naperville VFW Post 3873, 908 W. Jackson Ave., Naperville, IL 60540.
Vivian M. Kickert
Vivian M. Kickert, 91, of Naperville and formerly of Worth, died Friday, May 28, 2004, at Alden Nursing Home in Naperville.
She is survived by two children, Jean S. Nichols and William Donald Kickert; 12 grandchildren; 28 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild.
She was preceded in death by her husband, William Kickert, and a son, Raymond Kickert.
Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, June 1, at Adams-Winterfield and Sullivan Funeral Home, 4343 Main St., Downers Grove.
A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, June 2, at the funeral home.
Interment will be at Fairmount Willow Hills Memorial Park.
Holly Elizabeth (Pfau) O'Hare
After 25 courageous years battling cancer, Holly Elizabeth (Pfau) O'Hare, 49, passed peacefully Tuesday, May 11, 2004, surrounded by her family at Hinsdale Hospital.
She had been a dedicated special-education teacher for more than 25 years at Central School in Riverside. In addition to teaching, she had a passion of life, animals, gardening and horseback riding. The people whose lives she touched will never forget her or the wonderful life that she lived.
She is survived by her beloved husband of 21 years, George L. O'Hare III of Lisle; her loving parents, Charles and Elizabeth Pfau of North Riverside; her dear brothers, Charlie (Lynn) Pfau of Naperville and Gregory (Ann) Parker of Tallahassee, Fla.; her dear sister, Dawn (Richard) Pearson of Arlington Heights; 13 wonderful nieces and nephews, Matthew, Rosemary, Jennifer, Christopher, Maggie, Mary Katherine, Tom, Jill, Steven, Cathy, Rachel, David and Paul; her loving parents-in-law, George and Jean O'Hare of Hinsdale; her dear brothers-in-law, Mike (Ana) O'Hare of Naperville and Bob O'Hare of Hinsdale; her beloved golden retrievers, Cassey and Cody; her cats, Oreo and Tiger; and her horse, Jake.
She will also be deeply missed by all of her friends and students.
Visitation will take place from 4 to 9 p.m. Thursday, May 13, at Friedrich-Jones Funeral Home, 44 S. Mill St., Naperville.
Prayers will begin at 10 a.m. Friday, May 14, at the funeral home, and proceed to a 10:30 a.m. Mass of Christian burial at St. Irene Catholic Church, 28W531 Warrenville Road, Warrenville.
Interment will follow at Queen of Heaven cemetery in Hillside.
In lieu of flowers, the family has asked that donations be made to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation, P.O. Box 769, Hillside, IL 60162.
Janice K. Nolte
Janice K. (Petritsch) Nolte, 53, a resident of Plainfield and a former resident of Aurora, died Thursday, May 27, 2004, at Provena St. Joseph Medical Center in Joliet. She was born Sept. 24, 1950, in Aurora. Overman-Jones Funeral Home in Plainfield is handling arrangements. Call (815) 436-9221.
Pearl E. Kuhn
Pearl E. (Lipscomb) Kuhn, 86, of Wheaton died Tuesday, May 25, 2004, at Kishwaukee Community Hospital in DeKalb. She was born April 30, 1918, in Naperville. Williams-Kampp Funeral Home in Wheaton is handling arrangements. Call (630) 668-0016.
Virginia Pieroni
Virginia (Pike) Pieroni, 93, of Naperville since 1999 and formerly of South Bend, Ind., died Monday, May 24, 2004, at her home. She was born Jan. 4, 1911, in Muncie, Ind. Friedrich-Jones Funeral Home, 44 S. Mill St., Naperville, is handling arrangements. Call (630) 355-0213.
Donald G. Kysor
Donald G. Kysor, 75, a resident of Aurora since 2001 and formerly of Lewiston, N.Y., died Wednesday, May 26, 2004, at Community Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Naperville. He was born Jan. 28, 1929, in Niagra Falls, N.Y. Friedrich-Jones Funeral Home in Naperville is handling local arrangements. Call (630) 355-0213.
Ethel M. Podrebarac
Ethel M. Podrebarac, 83, of Gary, Ind., passed away Tuesday, May 18, 2004.
She was a member of SS Peter and Paul Catholic Church and CFU Lodge 170 for more than 50 years.
She is survived by two daughters, Karen Utofka of Merrillville, Ind., and Linda (husband Rich) Hartmenn of Naperville; four grandchildren, Jennifer (husband Tom) Kennedy of Chicago, Kristy (husband Graham) Brown of Naperville, and Kelly Taylor and Joseph Utofka, both of Merrillville; agreat-granddaughter, Hailey Taylor of Merrillville; two sisters, Enid (husband Vic) Hart and Nancy (husband Max) Mower, both of Salt Lake City, Utah; a brother, Jack (wife Jeanette) Clifford of Salt Lake City; special nieces and nephew, Dena (husband Terry) Markwell, Laura Argostino, Donnie (wife Pam) Argostino; and many other nieces and nephews.
Visitation will take place from 2 to 8 p.m. Friday, May 21, with a prayer service at 2:30 p.m., at Stilinovich and Wiatrolik Funeral Home, 7535 Taft St., Merrillville.
A funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 22, at the funeral home, with a 10:30 a.m. Mass of Christian burial at SS Peter and Paul Catholic Church. The Rev. Dennis Teles will officiate.
Burial will be at Calumet Park cemetery.
