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OBITUARIES On Feb. 18, 1516, Mary Tudor, the Queen of England popularly known as was born in Greenwich Palace. In 1564 the artist Michelangelo died in Rome; he was 88. In 1735 the first opera presented in the United States, or Hob in the was performed in Charleston, S.C. In 1885 Mark of Huckleberry was published in the United States for the first time.

In 1915 former outlaw Frank James, brother of Jesse James, died in Excelsior Springs, where he had turned to farming. In 1945, during World War II, the Battle of Iwo Jima began. In 1960 the 8th Winter Olympic Games were formally opened in Squaw Valley, Calif. In 1970 the Chicago Seven were acquitted on charges of conspiring to incite riots at the 1968 Democratic National Convention; however, five were convicted of seeking to incite a riot individually. In 1976 President Gerald Ford issued an executive order sharply restricting the power of intelligence agencies to intrude on the lives and activities of U.S.

citizens. In 1982 President Ronald Reagan told a nationally broadcast news conference that he had plans to send American combat troops into in El Salvador or anywhere else. In 1984 Italy and the Vatican signed a pact under which Roman Catholicism ceased to be state religion. In 1998 Chicago sportscaster Harry Caray died in Rancho Mirage, he was 83. ALMANAC In 1967, physicist J.

Robert Oppenheimer, known as the father of the atomic bomb, died in Princeton, N.J., at 62. became this wonderfully colorful character that everyone just In 2001, after the death of his wife of nearly 40 years, Mary, Mr. McNamara joined the Northwest DuPage Walk-in Ministry, where twice a month he volunteered at the food pantry and delivered food to the homebound. was such a compassionate man and an absolute delight to be said Melissa Spy- rison, a site coordinator at Northwest DuPage Walk-in Ministry. matter what was happening in his own life, always find a way to cheer everyone up.

His wonderful sense of humor warmed our A former longtime resident of Hanover Park, Mr. McNamara moved to Carol Stream about two years agoand soon after became a member of the Silver Tones senior choir, sponsored by the Wheaton Park District. dad had such tenacity in dealing with said his daughter. when think he had every reason to finally give up, pick himself up and find a new reason to keep There were no other immediate survivors. Visitation will be held from 5 to 9 p.m.

Friday in Ahlgrim and Sons Funeral and Cremation Services, 330 W. Golf Schaumburg. Mass will be said at 10 a.m. Saturday in St. Ansgar Catholic Church, 2040 Laurel Hanover Park.

By Joan Giangrasse Kates Special to the Tribune Despite ongoing health issues, Donald McNamara had a zest for life that friends and family say inspired all who knew him. The 71-year-old Carol Stream residentand longtime community theater actorhad a history of heart problems and was on dialysis for the last seven years. his kidneys began to fail, go to the hospital three times a weekfor four hours a said his daughter, Kathleen. was grueling, but he jumped right in. He did whatever he had to do to get on with his life." Mr.

McNamara, previously of Hanover Park, a retired accountant with Florsheim Shoe died of a massive heart attack Tuesday, Feb. 15, in Central DuPage Hospital in Winfield. Born and raised in Austin neighborhood, Mr. McNamara was a 1952 graduate of St. Ignatius Catholic High School, where he performed in several musicals and plays.

He later received and degrees in history from Loyola University Chicago. thing about my dad is that he had an amazing said his daughter. could recite the names of all the presidents and their vice presidents and memorize just about In 1999, Mr. McNamara retired from his job as an accountant with Florsheim in Chicago, where he had worked for 29 years. Over the years, Mr.

McNamara became a familiar face in community theater productions throughout the western suburbs. He played a host of leading and supporting roles, most recently in December, when he played Mr. Potter in a Wonderful at the Alchemy Theatre Company in Wood Dale. father was kind of quiet and unassuming, but when he got up on stage he seemed to come said his daughter. DONALD MCNAMARA, 71 Ex-Florsheim accountant, community theater actor Donald McNamara 123456 10 CHICAGO BUSINESS LARSON, INGRID M.

Ingrid M. Larson, 90, beloved wife of the late Axel; loving mother of Audrey (George) Giglio and Karen (Edward) Sulkson; dear grandmother of Greg and Michael Giglio and Ed, Joe (Allison) and Chris Sulkson. Funeral Monday, Feb. 21 at 11 a.m.at Hultgren Funeral Home 304 N. Main Wheaton.

Visitation 10:30 to 11 a.m. Interment Irving Park Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to the University of Illinois Medical Center. Information at hultgrenfh.com or 630-668-0027 Si Guestbook at chica otribune.com/obituaries LaROSE, SARAH Sarah LaRose, nee Ferreri fond wife of the late Anthony; loving mother of Beverly LaRose; fond grandmother of Joseph (Nancy), Michael and Karen Rocco and Michelle (Korey) Kalas; great-grandmother of eight; dear sister of Clara (the late Paul) Schroeder, Pauline (Peter) Fallara, Lillian (the late Tom) Licata and the late Bernice (Joe) Mancione, Eleanor (Walter)Janarek and Carmella (Louis) Rivera; fond aunt of many. Services Saturday 11:30 a.m.

at Cumberland Chapels 8300 W. Lawrence Norridge. Entombment Queen of Heaven Mausoleum. Visitation Friday 3 to 9 p.m. 708-456-8300 www.cumberlandchapels.com Sign Guestbook at chicagotribune.com/obituaries LAKIS, JOSEPHINE M.

Josephine M.Lakis, nee Waynard formerlyof Roseland, beloved wife of John; loving mother of Carol (John) Sachaschik and Shirley (Ronald) Brach; cherished grandmother of Kristin (Bob) Dubin, Kerry Good, Allison (Mark) Sarnecki, Johnny and Katie Sachaschik and David Zakrzewski; great-grandmother of Samantha Dubin and Ben Sarnecki; special aunt and friend to many. Funeral Saturday 10 a.m. from Hills Funeral Home, Ltd. 10201 S.Roberts Rd. Palos Hills, to St.

Damian Church. Mass 11 a.m. Entombment Casimir Lithuanian Cemetery. Visitation Friday 3 to 9 p.m. Info, 708-598-5880.

Sign Guestbook at chicagotribune.com/obituaries KOEHN, ESTHER Esther Koehn, nee Schultz beloved wife of the late Elmer A. Koehn; loving motherof James F. (Lee) and Robert (Maryann) Koehn; dearest grandmother of Cindy (Paul)Kranz, Scott Koehn, Cheryl (Patrick) Doody, Kimberly (Christopher) Husa, Christopher and Kelly Koehn; cherished great-grandmother of Kayla and Noelle Doody, Jessica, Christopher and Sarah Husa. Visitation Sunday, 2 to 9 p.m. Funeral service Monday, 10 a.m.

at awn Funeral Home 7732 West 159thStreet, Orland Park. Interment Chapel Hill Gardens South Cemetery. Funeral info: 708-429-3200. Sign Guestbook at chicagotribune.com/obituaries KEENAN, MARGARET M. Margaret M.

Keenan, of Crystal Lake, formerly of Niles and Rogers Park. Beloved daughter of the late John and Margaret, nee Igoe; loving sister of Charles (Mary), the late John, James (the late Mary Jane), Dorothy (the latePaul) Scherman and Catherine Keenan; loving aunt of many nieces and nephews. Memorial Mass Saturday, Feb. 19, 10 a.m. at the Church of St.

Juliana Chapel, Touhy and Osceola Avenue, Chicago. Interment All Saints Cemetery. Arrangements by Ryan-Parke Funeral Home, 847-823-1171 KAPICA, JOHN E. John E. Kapica, 47, of Roselle, loving father of Johnny (Nancy) Marquez and Ania and Michelle Kapica; former husband of Gloria Kapica, nee Gallegos; cherished son of George and the late Patricia, nee Manus; fond brother of Linda (Charles) Whaley and Jim (Kim) Kapica; uncle of Chloe and Sophie Kapica.

Memorial visitation will be held on Saturday from 10 a.m. until time of Serviceat Ahlgrim Sons Funeraland Cremation Services, 330 W. Golf Schaumburg. Memorial Service will be held at 1 p.m. Interment private.

Funeral information, 847-882-5580 Sign Guestbook at chicagotribune.com/obituaries KAMINSKI, MARY D. Mary D. Kaminski, nee Goedert, age 79, passed away Dec. 18, 2004. Devoted motherof Larry (Margaret), Mary Ellen (Frank) Rotella and the late Michael; loving grandmother of Cristee, Jennifer, Jason and Frank; great-grandmother of four; dear sister of Catherine (James) Holden, William (Rose Mary), James (Renee), John (Mary Joan), Margaret (Thomas) Kennedy, Barbara (Stephen) Wojnicki and Nicholas (Margaret); fond aunt of many nieces and nephews.

Interment was private at St. BonifaceCeme- tery. Memorial Mass Saturday, Feb. 19,2005, 10:45 a.m. at St.

Francis Borgia Church, 8035 W. Forest Preserve Chicago, IL. Sign Guestbook at chicagotribune.com/obituaries ULIEN, GARNET Garnet Julien, of Clayton, NC, formerly of Western Springs, born Jan. 17, 1918 in Melcher, IA to Alexander and Elizabeth Studham. She was preceded in death by her husband of 58 years, Alfred; survived by her children, Nancy (Kennard) Kopp, Howard (Barbara), Paul (Janice) and James (Ophelia) Julien; proud grandmother of nine; great-grandmother of four.

Burial is private at Mount Emblem Cemetery. Arrangements by Hallowell James Funeral Home, 708-352-6500 Sign Guestbook at chicagotribune.com/obituaries IACULLO, LUCILLE Lucille Iacullo, 89, beloved sister of the late William (late Mary), late Mary (late William) Neff, late Carmen (late Elaine), late Christopher, late Joseph (Marie), late Rocco (Martha); loving aunt of many nieces and nephews. Funeral Saturday Feb. 19, 10 a.m. at Drake Son Funeral Home 5303 N.

Western Chicago. Interment Mt. CarmelCeme- tery. Visitation Friday, 3 until 9 p.m. 773-561-6874 Sign Guestbook at chicagotribune.com/obituaries HUGHES, JOSEPHINE H.

Josephine H. Josie Hughes, 61, of Wheaton, beloved wife of Joseph; dear mother of Joseph Jr. (Michelle), Cynthia (Gideon) Schlessinger, James (Debi), Timothy, Kathleen (Adam) Greetis and Brian (fiancee, Liz Gianulis); proudgrand- mother of Alexandra, Jackson and Matthew, Emilia, Elena and Lauren, Jordan, Daniel, Abigail and Martin; eight sisters, the late Mary J. MacKay, Ann Nancy Bessette, Catherine Kay McRudin, Nora Pat Gracia, Elizabeth Betty Svirsky, Joan Orzuchowski and Lillian Lill McLoughlin; one brother, Martin Tom McLoughlin; and many nieces and nephews. Visitation 20, 3 to 8 p.m.

at Hultgren Funeral Home 304 N. Main Wheaton, where prayers will be said on Monday, Feb. 21 at 9:20 a.m. Funeral Mass 10 a.m. at St.

Daniel the ProphetCatholic Church, 101 West Loop Rd. in Wheaton. Interment St. Michael Cemetery, Wheaton. Info and guestbook at hultgrenfh.com or call Hultgren Funeral Home, 630-668-0027 Sign Guestbook at chicagotribune.com/obituaries HUDSON, SCOTT Scott Hudson, age 43, president ofChicago Minibus Company, loving husband of Letty; dear father of Kyle and Arturo; loving brother of Stephen (Cynthia); cherished son of George and Brenda; fond uncle of Damien and Derek; former spouse of Joann.

Visitation Sunday 3 p.m. until 6 p.m.at Gibbons FuneralHome 134 South York Road, mile North of Saint Charles Road), Elmhurst. Interment Private.For funeral information please call 630-832-0018 or www.gibbonsfuneralhome.com Sign Guestbook at chicagotribune.com/obituaries HOPKINSON, MARY Mary Hopkinson, 99, died February 14. Wife of the late Harold; mother of Mary-Anne (Wilson), James, and the late Virginia (Gallagher); grandmother of Michael Wilson, David (Kimberly) Wilson, Kathleen (Albert) Miklautsch, Christopher (Gemma) Wilson, and Matthew (Maria) Wilson; great-grandmother of Nicholas, Caitlin, and Azul. Visitation 9:30 to 10:30 a.m.

Saturday at Funeral Home 6938 W. North Avenue (4 blocks east of Harlem Avenue), Chicago. Funeral Mass 11 a.m. Saturday atAscension Church, 815 S. East Avenue, Oak Park.

Interment Mount Carmel Cemetery, Hillside. In lieu of flowers, donations to Mercy Home, 1140 W. Jackson Boulevard, Chicago, IL 60607. Info 708-383-5700. Sign Guestbook at chicagotribune.com/obituaries HIGGINS, MARGUERITE J.

Marguerite J. Higgins, nee McHugh, forme of Turloughmore, Co. Galway, Ireland. Beloved wife of the late Thomas; loving mother of Gretta (Lou) Yore, Laura (Danny) Shea, Carol Coyne, Irene (Hal Hruby) Higgins, Bernadette (Jimmy) Roche and Dolores (Pat) and darling Nana of Liam, Maeve, Siobhan, Danielle, Karen, Tom Shea, Lisa, TomCoyne, Caroline, Susan, Kevin, Aisling, Aidan, Alannah, Colette, Brendan, Kiera and Catriona; great- grandmother of Robin, Steven, Shea, Jimmy, Eamon, Moira and Riley; dear sister of Joe in England, Mary Alice in Ireland and the late Willie, Tommy, Frank, Ben, Gerard, Kathleen and Bridie. Visitation Friday 3 to 9 p.m.

FuneralSat- urday 9:30 a.m.from Malec Sons Funeral Home, 6000 N. Milwaukee to St. Tarcissus Church. Mass 10 a.m. Interment All Saints Cemetery.

773-774-4100 Sign Guestbook at chicagotribune.com/obituaries HELLYER, MARGUERITE BEACH Marguerite Beach Hellyer, late of beloved wife of the late Philip mother of Natalie(late Robert) Gordon, Elizabeth Betty (Mickey) King and Mark Hellyer; dearest grandmotherof Elizabeth KingJohnson, Blair King Discher, Robert P. Gordon III, HeatherGor- don and David Gordon; dear great-grandmother of 10; fond sister of Edward (Corinne) Beach. Funeral Services Saturday, Feb. 19, 2005, 11 a.m. at Grace Episcopal Church, 120 E.

First Street, Hinsdale. Interment Bronswood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations toDevereux Whitlock Center, 139 Leopard Road, Berwyn, PA 19312. Funeral arrangements by Ivins Fun ralHom Info, www.ivinsfuneralhome.com or 708-447-2261. Sign Guestbook at chicagotribune.com/obituaries MAYER, KENNETH W.

Kenneth W. Mayer, age 94, of Roswell, GA, formerly of Glenview, IL, died Monday, Feb. 14, 2005 in Atlanta, GA. Mr. Mayer is survived by wife, Mrs.

Kathleen Mayer of Roswell, GA; children, Michael Mayer of Roswell, GA, Patricia Stokes of Park City, UT and Mark Mayer of San Diego, CA; brother, Dwayne Mayer of Independence, KS; grandchildren, Judd VanSickle of Davis, CA, Megan Mayer of Dunwoody, GA, Thea Young of Asheville, NC, Kevin Mayerof Indianapolis, IN; and two great-grandchildren. A Memorial Mass will be held at 12 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 19, 2005 at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church in Glenville with burial at All Saints Cemetery in Des Plaines. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to St.

Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, 535 Rucker Alpharetta, GA 30004. Roswell Funeral Home, 950 Mansell Roswell, GA 30076, www.roswellfuneralhome.com Si Guestbook at chica otribune.com/obituaries MATUGA, PEARL E. Pearl E. Matuga, of Westchester, beloved wife of Edward A. Matuga; loving mother of Edward A.

(Joan), Janice (Thomas) Hara, Rita (Thomas) Ahearn and Michael Matuga; dear grandmother of Carolyn, Todd, Edward, Tracy, Timothy, Michael and Christopher; fond sister of Sr. Joan Marie O.S.F. and the lateHelen Frass, Frances Slachetka, Genevieve Lodge, and Edward Kryszak. Funeral Monday, 9 a.m. from Hursen Funeral Home S.W.

corner of Roosevelt Mannheim to Divine Infant Church, Westchester. Mass 10 a.m. Entombment Queen of Heaven Mausoleum. Visitation Sunday, 3 to p.m. Info Toll-Free: 800-562-0082.

Sign Guestbook at chicagotribune.com/obituaries MASTRO. See Georgia M. Scala notice. MANN, JAY ELWOOD Jay Elwood Mann, Air Force Veteran, age 63, of Mountain Home, AR, formerly of Palos Park, IL. Born December 2, 1941 in Chicago, IL, passed away February 16, 2005 at his residence in Mountain Home.

Son of the late Emery Mann and Helen Shop. He is survived by his wife, Charlotte Mann, neeJacobs, of Mountain Home; daughters, Lacey Mann of Frankfort, IL, Tammy Mann of Boston, MA, Calli Mann of Frankfort, IL; brothers, Bernard Mann of Chicago, IL and Emery Mann ofCalifornia; sisters, Myrna Young of Arizona and Francis Hill of California. Mr. Mann was an owner of a pet shop, and was active with various fishing groups in the Chicago area. Funeral Services are private.

Arrangements by Baxter County Funeral Home and Cremation Society Mountain Home, AR Sign Guestbook at chicagotribune.com/obituaries LYMAN, DOROTHY M. Dorothy M. Lyman, nee Green passed away peacefully on Sunday, Jan. 30, 2005 in her daughter home in Reston, VA. She was born Nov.

13, 1922 in Evanston, IL to the late Vincent J. and Mabel Green, nee Walterbach. She graduated from St. Scholastica High School, Chicago, in 1940 and from St. Mary College, South Bend, in 1944.

She was preceded in death by her estranged husband, Robert E. Lyman; and her brother, Phillip. She worked for many years in the boys clothing department of the MarshallField State Street Store. She is beloved by four children, Dorothy(Patrick) Nichols of Reston, VA, Peg (Timothy) Jackson of Lake Zurich, IL, Mike (Marcia) and Bob (Deb) Lyman of Highland Park, IL. She is theproud grandmother of 11 grandchildren.

A Memorial Service was held in Virginia and a Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, 770 W. Deerfield Road, (at Green Bay Road), Highland Park, IL, on Saturday, Feb. 19 at 11 a.m. Contributions will be accepted in Dorothy name at CapitalHospice, Attn Development Office, 6565 Arlington Blvd, Suite 500, Falls Church, VA, 22042. Sign Guestbook at chicagotribune.com/obituaries LUKE, HELEN M.

Helen M. Luke, nee Slemes beloved wifeof the late Michael; loving mother ofVeronica (Jerry) Martin and the late Patricia Luke; dear sister of Dorothy Riparetti, Katherine Hilton and the late Al Blake; fond aunt of many nieces and nephews; kind friend of the Zvirblis and Dakewicz families. Funeral Saturday 9:15 a.m.from Beverly Ridge FuneralHome, 10415 S.Kedzie to St. Catherine of Alexandria Church. Mass 10 a.m.

Interment St. Casimir Cemetery. Visitation Friday 3 to 9 p.m. 773-779-4411 Sign Guestbook at chicagotribune.com/obitu aries LORDEN, EDWARD M. Edward M.

Lorden, age 65, U.S. Marine beloved husband of the late Arlene, nee Nosek; loving father of Michael E. Lorden; cherished brother of Donald (Charlane) and the late Dennis (Marlene) Lorden; dearest cousin of many; loving uncle of many nieces and nephews. Member of the Teamsters Union Local 710. Visitation Sunday 3 to 9 p.m.Funeral Monday 9:45 a.m.

from Colonial Chapel, 15525 S. 73rd Dr. and Harlem), Orland Park, to St. Michael Church. Mass 10:30 a.m.

Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Info, 708-532-5400 or sign online guest book at www.colonialchapel.com LINDH, MARY ELIZABETH FERON Mrs. Mary Elizabeth Feron Lindh, age Stuart, VA, passed away Wednesday ather home. There will be a Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday, Feb. 19, 2005 at 10 a.m.

at the Church of the Risen Lord in Stuart. There will be a graveside service at the Calvary Cemetery in Evanston, IL at a later date. Sign Guestbook at chicagotribune.com/obituaries LEVIN, MICHAEL Michael Levin, 80, former owner of Tru-Link Fence Company, beloved husband of Helen, nee Frankel; devoted father of Daniel (Nicolle)Levin, James (fiancee, Lisa) Levin and Maria Spiwak; loving grandfather of Blake, Cassandra, Luke, Charlee, Nicole, Michael, Austin, Jessica and brother of Rochelle (the late Jules) Klapman and Joseph (Marlene) Levin, Bob and Adolph Lewin. Private family services have been held. Memorial contributions in Michael name to Northwestern Alzheimer Disease Center, Attn: Margart Zonca, 320 E.

Superior Searle Bldg. 11-453, Chicago, IL 60611, 312-695-2343 would beappreciated. Info, Piser Funeral Services 847-679-4740. Sign Guestbook at chicagotribune.com/obituaries LESNIEWSKI, GERALD J. Gerald J.

Lesniewski, age 69, late of St. John, IN and formerly of Burnham, IL, ended his journey inthis life at home on Feb. 16, 2005, surrounded by his family. Survived by his precious wife of 42 years, Pat; devoted father to Nancy Corrie and Patricia (Lillo) Lucido; fun loving and energetic grandfather to Kevin Michael Corrie, Elaina Giovanna Lucido and Brian Patrick Corrie; loving son-in-law to Ted Lyon. He will be dearly missed by his longtime friends and traveling companions, Marilyn and Tom Collins.

Preceded in death by his parents, Anna and Peter Lesniewski; brother, Robert Lesniewski; mother-in-law, Margaret Lyon; and sister-in-law, Geri Boyd. Retired fromCom- monwealth Edison State Line Generating Station after 40 years of service. Served in U.S. Army in Germany. Visitation Saturday 2t o9 p.m.

Funeral Services Saturday evening, Feb. 19, 2005 at 6 p.m. at the Elmwood Funeral hapel 11300 West 97th Lane block West of U.S. Ave. at 97th Street), St.

John, IN. The Very Mitred Father Eugene S. Mes- chisen officiating. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of the Calumet Area or the Humane Society of the Calumet Area.

219-365-3474. Sign Guestbook at chicagotribune.com/obituaries LEAHY THOMAS PATRICK Thomas Patrick Leahy of Chicago, died in Edward J. Hines V.A. Hospital on Friday, Feb. 4,2005.

Tom was a 1957 graduate of Fenwick High School and attended St. Norbert College. He was a member of the Marine Corp. Reserves. Tom was involvedin the insurance business for most of his life.

Tom played softball in many different leagues in the Chicago area. He was also an avid handball player. He was preceded in death by his parents, Thomas P. Leahy and Margaret McKeon Leahy; he is survived by his brother William (Carolyn) Leahy and sister Diane (Andy) Dunn of Columbus, OH. He will be missed by many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Memorial Mass will be held Saturday, Feb. 19, 12 noon at the St. Catherine of Sienna Church in Oak Interment private. In lieu of flowers please make contributions to the M.S. Rockside Suite 202, Independence, OH 44131.

Arrangements entrusted to lson Funeral Home andCrema- tion Center. Info 773-774-3333. Sign Guestbook at chicagotribune.com/obituaries LAWSON, ETHEL M. Ethel Eth M. Lawson, nee Olson age of Dolton, passed away Monday, Feb.

14, 2005, beloved daughter of the late Edwin (late Sally, nee Van Heese) Olson; loving mother of Cathy Lawson and Laura (Claude Weinert) Lawson; cherished sister of James (Debbie) Diamico; dearest grandmother of ChaunceyLawson- Weinert; fond aunt of Jennifer Diamico; devoted friend and cousin of Judy (Robert) Fallon. Funeral Service Sunday, Feb. 20,2005 at 7 p.m.at Edgar FuneralHome 10900 S. Cicero, Oak Lawn. Private inurnment, Chapel Hill Gardens South Cemetery.

Visitation Sunday from 3 p.m. until 9 p.m. 708-423-1600 or 773-723-0876. Sign Guestbook at chicagotribune.com/obituaries SALZMAN, JANIS Janis Salzman, age 77, beloved wife of the late Stanley; mother ofKim (Mark) Newman and Teri (Marc) Bold; grandmother of Jodi, Nicole, Adam and Spencer; fond aunto many nieces and nephews; cherished friend to all who knew her. Janis was a gourmet cook.

She was an expert in needlework and knitting as well as an accomplished swimmer. Well-read and world traveler, she was an intellectual who supported the arts. Amemorial service wil be held Friday, Feb. 18, 2005 12 p.m. atthe Weinstein Family Services Wilmette Chapel 111 Skokie Blvd (1 block North of Old Orchard).

In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Hospice of the North Shore orthe Parkinson Diesease Foundation. For info 847-256-5700. Si Guestbook at chica otribune.com/obituaries PISTONE, JOHN John Pistone, beloved husband Willy; loving father of Sandy Pistone; dear brother of Dolores (the late Pete) Pesole, the late Tom (the late Marge), the late Joe (Irene), the late Nick (Grace) and the late Mary (the late Len) Filsinger; dear uncle of many. Visitation Saturday 9:30 a.m. until time of Funeral Services 11:30 a.m.

at The Skaja TerraceFuneral Home 7812 N. Milwaukee Niles. Interment Maryhill Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the St. JudeChildren Hospital, 501 St.

Jude Place, Memphis, TN, 38105. 847-966-7302 www.skajafuneralhomes.com Sign Guestbook at chicagotribune.com/obituaries MARA, ANNA F. Anna F. Sally Mara, nee Koson age91, beloved wife of the late Jerome Mara; loving mother of the late Gerald (Laura) Mara; dearest grandmother of Lorrie (Len)Starosta, Jerry, Michael (Tina) and Sean (Linda); dear great-grandmother of Robert, Dino, Lauren and Melissa; fond aunt ofman nieces and nephews. Funeral ServicesSatur- day, 11:30 a.m., atthe Montclair-Lucania Funeral Home 6901 W.

Belmont Ave. Interment St. Joseph Cemetery. Visitation Saturday, 9 a.m., until time of service 11:30 a.m. 773-622-9300.

OLSEN, JEAN V. Jean V. Olsen, age 86, of Wheaton, formerl Glen Ellyn, beloved wife of Leif E. Olsen loving mother of Kristin L. Olsen, Leif Eric (Kay) Olsen III and Major Jennie Olsen; cherished grandmother of Leif Eric Olsen IV.

Novisitation. Memorial Service Saturday 11 a.m. at theFirst Presbyterian Church, 500 Anthony Glen Ellyn. Private inurnment at Forest HillCeme- tery, Glen Ellyn. Memorial contributions to either the church at the above address or Central DuPage Pastoral Counseling Center, 507-A Thornhill Drive, Carol Stream, IL 60188 appreciated.

Arrangements were made bythe Leonard Memorial Home, Ltd. of Glen Ellyn. 630-469-0032 Sign Guestbook at chicagotribune.com/obituaries NICOLA, FREIDA Freida Nicola, loving mother of Dr. Terry (Cheryl Dudeck) sister of Irving (Esta) Kaplan. Graveside services Sunday 1:15 p.m.

at Shalom Memorial Park (Carmel Rand Road and Route 53, Arlington Heights, IL. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the Chicago Sinai 15 W. Delaware Chicago, IL 60610.Info, Lloy Mandel Levayah Funerals, 847-679-3939 888-LEVAYAH or www.levayah.com Sign Guestbook at chicagotribune.com/obituaries NEI, NANCY Nancy Nei, nee Rudge 86, Feb. 10, 2005, devoted wife of the late Jack; loving mother Sandra Jefferson and William (Marlene) Nei; cherished grandmother of Daniel Harwick, Kelly (Tim) Gibson, Susan (Rob) Jones, Kristen (Bob) Wagner, Robert (Dawn) Nei, Scott Nei, Karolyn Bates and Jason Bates; great-grandmother of nine. A Chapel service at the cemetery in the mausleum, Saturday Feb.

19, 2005, 1 p.m. Ridgewood Cemetery, 9900 N. Milwaukee Ave. Des Plaines. Info.847-824-4145Sign Guestbook at chicagotribune.com/obituaries NEAL, ATTORNEY EARL LANGDON Attorney Earl Langdon Neal, died Sunday, Feb.

13, 2005 at Rush-Presbyterian Hospital. Memorial Services will be held at Christ Universal Temple, 11901 S. Ashland The Rev. Dr. Johnnie Coleman officiating, on Monday, Feb.

21, 2005 at 10 a.m. Those who wish may make donations in honor of Earl L. Neal to the University of Illinois Neal Scholarship Fund. Make checks payable to: Neal Scholarship and mail to Neal Scholarship, 1305 W. Green Urbana, IL 61801, Attn: Lee Ann Gross, 217-333-8668.

Arrangements by Unity Funeral Parlors, 4114 S. Michigan 773-624-2703 Sign Guestbook at chicagotribune.com/obituaries MORPHEW, JAMES R. James R. Morphew, belovedand friend to Mary, nee Strcich; loving and devoted father of James M. (Suzanne), Glenn Morphew and Nancy Munoz; proud grandfather Patrick, Kevin, Moria, Maggie, Alex and Gabe; dear brother of Alta Leitner and Melvin Morphew and the late Howard and Donna; uncleto many.

Funeral Saturday 9:15 a.m. from the Zimmerman Sandeman Orland Funeral Hom 9900 West 143rd Street (D.F. Curley Sons Directors) to St. Elizabeth Seton Church. Mass 10 a.m.

Interment St. Mary Cemetery. Visitation Friday 3 to 9 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to Edward Hines Jr. V.A., 5th Avenue and Roosevelt Hines, IL would be appreciated.

708-460-7500. Sign Guestbook at chicagotribune.com/obituaries MIKESKA, MARIE M. Marie M. Mikeska, nee Panoch age 91, beloved wife of the late Frank; loving mother Marie (Robert) Field and the late Donald (the late Florence) Mikeska; dear grandmother eight; great-grandmother of 10. Funeral Service Saturday 10 a.m.

at Modell Funeral Hom 5725 S. Pulaski Rd. Interment Bohemian National Cemetery. Member of Chicago Lawn Kiwanis Club and Oak Lawn Seniors Club. In lieu of flowers, donations to Kiwanis Club appreciated.

Visitation Friday 2 to 9p.m. 773-767-4730 Sign Guestbook at chicagotribune.com/obituaries MICHALOWSKI, IRENE M. Irene M.Michalowski, nee Piatkowski Chicago, passed away February wife of the late Edwin; loving mother of Sandra Paulson, Steven, Judith, Paul (Gail) and Phillip (Terri) Michalowski; dearest grandmothero five; great-grandmother of five. VisitationSat- urday, February 19, from 12 p.m., until timeo funeral Mass at 1 p.m., at the Immaculate Conception Church (Harlem Talcott), Chicago. Interment private.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Rainbow Hospice, 4444 Northwest Highway, Park Ridge, IL60068. Arrangements entrustedto Olson Funeral CremationCenter Info: 773-774-3333 Sign Guestbook at chicagotribune.com/obituaries McNICHOLAS See Nicholas A. Balaskas McNAMARA, DONALD Donald McNamara, age 71, of Carol Stream, beloved husband of the late Mary, nee Luczak; loving father of Kathleen; dear son of the late Margaret and Lawrence; fond brother of the late Bishop Lawrence J. of Grand Island, NE and brother-in-law of Rose (Ed) Luczak and Joann (John) Hubbard; loving uncle of Mary, Marcia, Margaret and friend of many, especially Jean, Gary, Cindy, Colleen, Mary, Lennie, Mark and Sr. Carolyn.

He retired as an accounting clerk from Florsheim Shoe Company. He was a dedicated volunteer at Carol Stream member of the Silver Tones senior choirand active in many local community theaters, most recently as Mr. Potter in It a WonderfulLife Visitation will be Friday from 5 to 9 p.m. at Ahlgrim SonsFuneraland CremationSer- vices, 330 W. Golf Schaumburg.

Funeral Saturday, prayers 9 a.m. to St. Ansgar Church, 2040 Laurel Hanover Park. Mass 10 a.m. Interment private.

Funeral information, 847-882-5580 or www.ahlgrimandsonsfuneral andcremationservices.com Sign Guestbook at chicagotribune.com/obituaries McKINNEY, RUTH Ruth McKinney, beloved daughter of the late Earl J. and Clara McKinney; loving sister ofOllie (Virginia) McKinney, Jo Ann Morici, Frank (Pat) Koch and Jeanete Filk; also many nieces and nephews. Service 1 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 19, 2005 at Matz FuneralHome, 3440 N.

Central Ave. Interment private. Visitation Saturday 12 noon till time of service. 773-545-5420 McDONALD, LOIS M. Lois M.McDonald, nee Mack age 69.

Loving wife of the late George dearest daughter Clara nee Schmitt, and the late AloysiusK. Bud beloved sister of Barbara (Joe) Ferrari, David, Susan (Ed) Walschlager, James(Sandra) and the late Richard; fond mother of Gailand Cynthia R. (Fred) Murino; fond grandmother Christopher; aunt of many nieces and nephews. Funeral Service Saturday, February 19, 8:30 a.m. from Funeral Hom 11201 S.

Harlem, Worth to Infant Jesus of Prague Church, Flossmoor. Mass of Christian Burial 10 a.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Visitation Friday, 2 to 9 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Christian Foundation for Children and Aging, P.O.

Box 805105, Kansas City, MO 64180-5105, or Susan P. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation, P.O. Box 769, Hillside, IL 60162. Info: 708-361-0500 Sign Guestbook at chicagotribune.com/obituaries McCORMICK, DR. JAY E.

Dr. Jay E. McCormick, age 91, of HighlandPark, beloved husband of Peggy father of Barbara (Charles) Stika and Laura (Robert) McCormick- Boiko; grandfather of Scotty and Corey Boiko; brother of the late Robert Kenneth (Voni) and the late Charles (Mary). Born in Supulpa, OK on July 4, 1913, died in Highland Park, IL on Feb. 15, 2005.

Service and interment private. Arrangements by Ahlgrim Family Funeral Home, Lake Zurich, IL, 847-540-8871 Sign Guestbook at chicagotribune.com/obituaries SIMON, FLORENCE SAMUELS Florence Samuels Simon, 57. Flo loved her children, Michael and Ivy; her parents, Jerry and Lyda Samuels; and her brother, Philip Samuels. She believed in doing what you love and being with the ones you love. Whether for a chat or a home cooked meal, her home wasalways open to family and friends.

Her life was full. As the daughter of an Army officer, she grew upin Japan, Germany and cities throughout the U.S. The family eventually settled in Palatine, and in high school Flo established friendshipsthat lasted the rest of her life. In 1980, Flo launched her own marketing agency, Flo Simon Associates (later the Simon Group). Clients credit her intelligence, marketing acumen andcre- ativity with helping their business grow.

In turn, she credits her clients with enablingher to pursue a career she loved. For fun, Flo took modern dance classes, and as a memberof Northbrook sY all Come Choir, she performed in Carnegie Hall. A Memorial Service will be held Friday 3:30 p.m. at Chicago Jewish Funerals Chapel 195 N. Buffalo Grove Road (one block north of Lake Cook Road), Buffalo Grove.

In lieu of flowers, memorials in her memory to the Pancreatic Cancer ActionNet- work, 2221 Rosencrans Suite 131, El Segundo, CA 90245 would be appreciated. Arrangements by Chicago JewishFunerals, Douglas MacIsaacFuneral Director 847-229-8822, www.cjfinfo.com Si Guestbook at chica otribune.com/obituaries SETZEN, MARGARET R. Margaret R. Setzen, age 85. Loving sister of Joan Zink; cherished aunt of Sanford (Mary Moroney)Setzen; fond great-aunt of Erin Setzen and Leah (Tod) services Sunday 10:30 a.m.

at Westlawn Cemetery (Sect. B), Chicago, IL. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to theNational Osteoporosis Foundation, 515 N. State Chicago, IL 60610.Info, Lloyd Mandel Levayah Funerals, 847-679-3939 888-LEVAYAH or www.levayah.com Sign Guestbook at chicagotribune.com/obituaries SEAMAN LAWRENCE A. Lawrence A.

Seaman age 92, of Park Ridge, beloved husband of the late Catherine, nee Pfleger; loving father of Lawrence and Mary Seaman; dear grandfather of Elizabeth (Kevin) Lindell, Robert (Julie) and thelate Lawrence John Seaman; great-grandfather of Allison, Andrew, Benjamin, Faith, and Christian; fond brother of the late George, Dave, Edward, and Hazel. Funeral 21, 9:30 a.m. from Ryan-Parke Funeral Home 120 S. Northwest Hwy. (2 blks S.

of Touhy), Park Ridge to Mary, Seat of Wisdom Church, Mass 10 a.m. Interment All Saints Cemetery. Visitation Sunday, 3 to 9 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Mary, Seat of Wisdom Church. Info 847-823-1171 or www.ryan-parke.com Sign Guestbook at chicagotribune.com/obituaries SCALA, GEORGIA M.

Georgia M. Scala, nee Wright age 78, or Oregon, IL, and formerly of River Forest, beloved wife of the late Spartico V. Mastro and the late Ralph A. Scala, M.D.; loving mother of Lana J. (the late Donald) Schade, SparticoVincent Mastro, II and Denise J.

Mastro-Fox; devoted grandmother of Marcella K. and Avery O. Schade and Kelsey D. Fox; dear sister of the late Dallas (the late Arlie) and Melvin (the late Rose) Wright; fond aunt of many. Visitation Sunday, 3 to 9 p.m., at Drechsler, Williams FuneralHome 203 S.

Marion Oak Park. Funeral Monday, 10:30 a.m., at the First Presbyterian Church of River Forest, Quick and Lathrop, River Forest. Interment Mount Carmel Cemetery. Info: 708-383-3191 Sign Guestbook at chicagotribune.com/obituaries SANTUCCI, MARIA Maria Santucci, nee Andrea beloved wifeof the late Donato; loving mother of Josephine (Dennis) Rombola, Anna (Mike) Nikolic, Mae (Ty) Garrison, Ida (John) Grimaldi and Antonio (Dana); loving grandmother of Maryann, Steven, Caitlin, Adriana, Natalie, and the late Ryan; dear sister of Nicoletta (the late Giovanni) DiCristofano; fond aunt of many. Funeral Monday 8:30 a.m.

from Cumberland Chapels 8300 W. Lawrence Norridge, to St. Raymond DePenaforteChurch, Mt. Prospect. Mass 10 a.m.

EntombmentAll Saints Mausoleum. Visitation Saturday and Sunday 3 to 9 p.m. 708-456-8300 or www.cumberlandchapels.com Sign Guestbook at chicagotribune.com/obituaries SODARO, MAYME Mayme Sodaro, nee Panzica of Lyons, passed away peacefully on February 16, 2005, on her 98th birthday at MacNeal Hospital.Beloved wife of the late Anthony for 71 years; loving and devoted mother of Jacqueline (August) Bose and the late Anthony R. (Helen) Sodaro; dear grandmother of Anthony G. and Charles (Julie) Sodaro; proud great-grandmotherof Alexis; dear sister of the late NicholasPanzica, Rose Lococo and Helen Whitney; fond sister-in-law of Albert (La Verne) and the late Andrew, Christina Schacht, Rose Rogalla, Leonard, Maryanne Green and Salvatore Sodaro; loving aunt of Anthony R.

and Maria Lococo, Dominick S. Renga, MarybethGoldbranson, Archie Patrick Green, Pamela Troha, Cindy Matusek, Michael Galgano, Nicholas, Joseph and Gerard Panzica; great-aunt of Julie Lococo and many others; loving cousin of Virginia Lorenzo and Josephine Dugo; longtime friend of Margaret and Dee Dee Wojnarowski, Millic and Al Talpai, Sharon, Mario and Mary Jo Pardo, Carol and Al Keizer and Sharon McClain; dearest friend ofMartina Osuna, Miguel, Wendy and Daisy Campos, Joyce and Sal Rodriguez and family. Mayme was a seamstress at Carson Pirie Scott in the 1930s and was proud to have made the wedding gowns for Mrs. Balaban and Mrs. Katz-Chicago theatre owners.

She also was a volunteer for the LaGrange Senior Citizens Center, helping with Meals on Wheels. Funeral Saturday, 9 a.m., from Hursen Funeral Home S.W.corner of Roosevelt Mannheim Roads, to Divine Infant Church, Westchester. Mass 10 a.m. Interment Queen of Heaven Cemetery. Visitation Friday, 3 to 9 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, memorials to the American Heart Association. Info Toll Free: 800-562-0082 or www.hursen.com Si Guestbook at chica otribune.com/obituaries SOBUT, DAVID S. David S. Sobut, Executive Vice President Mars Company, loving husband of Amy nee Graver; loving father of Christopher, Emily and Leah Sobut; devoted son of Ane Marie and the late John J. Sobut fond brother of William and the late John J.

Sobut Jr. Dave touched many lives during his short 47 years. He was the center of a large and devoted group of friends, who loved him for his spirit andhis humor. Visitation Sunday from 3 to 9 p.m. Funeral Monday 10:15 a.m.

from The RobertJ. Sheehy Sons Funeral Home 9000 W. 151st Street, Orland Park, to Our Lady of the Woods Church. Mass 11 a.m. Entombment Holy Sepul- chre Mausoleum.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in honor of David Sobut may be made to the American Cancer Society, 17060 Oak Park Avenue, Tinley Park, IL60477, 708-633-7770. www.sheehyfh.com 708-857-7878 Sign Guestbook at chicagotribune.com/obituaries SNYDER, ERNIE F. Ernie F. Snyder beloved husband of Barbara nee Brooks of 33 years; loving father of Christopher M. Snyder and Sherry L.

Snyder; fond brother of Russell (Kathy) Snyder. He was a Salesman for Manufacturers Associates Corporation Of Elmhurst and a former 29 year employee of JC Penny Company. Visitation Friday from 3 to 9 p.m. at Grove MemorialCha- pel, 1199 Arlington Hts. Elk Grove Village.

Memorial service Saturday, 10 a.m. at Christus Victor Lutheran Church, 1045 Arlington Hts. Elk Grove Village. Memorial contributions to the church in lieu of flowers. 847-640-0566 Sign Guestbook at chicagotribune.com/obituaries SMITH, BRADLEY ANDREW Bradley Andrew Smith, 38, of Libertyville, IL, beloved son of the late Andrew and Elaine Smith; loving brother of his twin FredSmith, Andrea (Tony) Moree and Diana (Chuck) Wright; dear uncle of seven and nephew of RogerJohn- son.

Member of St. Joseph Parish in Libertyville, loved people, music and was always happy. Visitation will be from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 20 with a service at 4 p.m.

Sunday at Burnette-Dane FuneralHome 120 W. Park Ave. (Rt. 176), Libertyville. Interment will be on Monday at Ascension Cemetery.

Info: 847-362-3009. Sign Guestbook at chicagotribune.com/obituaries SLACK, MARTIN Martin Slack, 75, loving husbandof Mary Ann, nee Galati; beloved father ofPatricia Patty (Angelo Doc Ferrara; lovinggrandfather of Marty and Ashley; dear son of the late Martin and Beatrice; brother of the late Thomas; fond son-in-law of Rose (late Joseph) Galati. Funeral Saturday, Feb. 19 at 9:30 a.m. from Colonial-Wojciechowski Funeral Home 8025 W.

Golf Niles, to St. John Brebeuf Church. Mass 10 a.m. Interment Maryhill. Visitation Friday 3 to 9 p.m.

Member of St. John Brebeuf Holy Name Society. Info 847-581-0536 or www.colonialfuneral.com Sign Guestbook at chicagotribune.com/obitu aries EXPRESS CONDOLENCES Sign the online guestbook at chicagotribune.com/obituaries TYRRELL, JOAN Joan Tyrrell, nee Lietzo age 76, belovedwife for 52 years of the late Charles Chick; loving mother of Judie (David) Savage, Carolyn (Bob) Manhatton, Timothy (Dora), Meribeth (Thomas) Lally and Jorie (Dan) Pollard; proudgrand- mother of Lauren Savage, Meghan, Robertand Patrick Manhatton, Michael Finbar, Charles and Brendan Lally, Tim, Brian and Maggie Pollard; cherished aunt of many nieces and nephews. Joan was admired for her kindness to others and her generous nature. She will be greatly missed.

Visitation Friday, 3 to 9 p.m. and Saturday 8:30 a.m., until time of funeral 9:30 a.m.,at Gibbons Funeral Home 134 S. York mile North of St. Charles Elmhurst. Mass of Christian Burial 10 a.m., at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church.Inter- ment Queen of Heaven Catholic Cemetery, Hillside.

For funeral information, please call: 630-832-0018 or www.gibbonsfuneralhome.com Sign Guestbook at chicagotribune.com/obituaries TOBIN, SOL H. Sol H. Tobin, age 80, passed awa on Sunday, Feb. 13, husband of the late Caroline; beloved son of the late Hayman and the late Fannie. Mr.

Tobin wasborn in Chicago on Sept. 3, 1924. At age 17, he enlisted in the Army and served as a Technical Sergeant in both Europe and the Pacific during World War II. Until his retirement in 1989, Mr. Tobin had been an insurance salesman and executive with the Swift Insurance Company, the Equitable Life Insurance Company and Western and Southern Life Insurance Company.

He always had a smile on his face, a ready joke for the telling, and wherever he went strangers became instant friends. He is survived by daughter, Neala and Sillman; son, Myles and daughter-in-law, Carol. He was preceded in death by his and Rose; and his brother, Irwin. Services will be held at 1 p.m. Monday, Feb.

21, 2005at East Lawn Palms Mortuary 5801 E. Grant Tucson, AZ. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Associated Talmud Torahs of Chicago, 2828 W. Pratt Chgo, IL 60645. Sign Guestbook at chicagotribune.com/obituaries SWIDER, ADAM R.

Adam R. Swider, best friend and husband Alice nee Mulligan; fond brother of Raymond J. (Marguerite) and the late Walter and Adeline; loving uncle of many. Visitation Saturday, Feb. 19, 2005, 9:30 a.m.

until time of Mass 11 a.m., which will be Concelebrated by the Rev. JohnO Brien and the Rev. Joseph Brien at St. Catherine Laboure Church, 3535Thorn- wood Glenview, IL 60025. Entombment St.

Adalbert Mausoleum. Please omitflowers. Army Veteran Korean War. Member of L.U. 130.

Arrangements by i a l-Wojciechowski Funeral Home 773-774-0366 or www.colonialfuneral.com Sign Guestbook at chicagotribune.com/obitu aries SR. MARY HELEN PODEMSKI, C.R. Sr. Mary Helen Podemski, C.R., member of the Congregation of the Resurrection, loving sister of Sr. Mary, C.R.

and the late Edmund, Harry, John, Sophie, Cecelia, Jean and Harriet. Visitation Friday 3 to 8 p.m. at Queen of the Resurrection Home, 7430 W. Talcott Chicago. Wake Service 7 p.m.

Funeral Mass Saturday, Feb. 19, 2005, 10 a.m. Interment St. Adalbert Cemetery. Sign Guestbook at chicagotribune.com/obituaries SOPER, MERWIN E.

Merwin E. Soper, Feb. 17, 2005, Vet. Army Korean War, 32nd Degree Mason, beloved husbando Gracemarie, nee Julian; loving father of David Soper and Stephanie Soper; loving stepfather ofMichael Kovanda, James (Marilyn) Kovanda, Gregory (Laura) Kovanda andMich- elle (Timothy) Cullen; dearestPapa of nine; fond brother of James and the late Margaret Carney. Visitation at Ewald-Barlock FuneralHome, 2501 N.

Southport on Saturday from 3 p.m. until time of Services at 8 p.m. Cremation private. Info, 773-549-0098 Sign Guestbook at chicagotribune.com/obituaries.