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6 Chicago Tribune Business Section 2 Friday, January 10, 2020 Helen Igoe, nee Douaire, 88, of Chicago passed away peacefully Wednesday, Jan. 8, 2020. Helen was the devoted wife of 67 years to Michael L. Igoe II, loving mother to five children: Michael L. Igoe III, William D.

(Kathryn) Igoe, Kevin P. Igoe, Sheila M. Igoe (Brian Grant) and Ruth E. Igoe. She was preceded in death by her beloved brother George F.

Douaire III and her beloved brother and sister-in-law Daniel L. and Margaret H. Douaire. Born on March 19, 1931 in Chicago, Helen went to Our Lady of Mount Carmel Academy grade school, Sacred Heart Academy and attended Manhattanville College in New York. She became a caring grandmother to seven grandchil- dren and four great-grandchildren, one of whom is named after her.

She also treasured her two neph- ews and her niece and their families. During her lifetime, she cherished her close circle of friends. Visitation: Sunday January 12, 2020 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Donnellan Family Funeral Services, 10045 Skokie Boulevard at Old Orchard Road, Skokie, IL 60077.

Interment at All Saints Catholic Cemetery in Des Plaines, IL will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to, House of the Good Shepherd, P.O. Box 13453 Chicago, IL 60613-0453 or www.hgschicago.org. Info: www.donnellanfuneral. com or (847) 675-1990.

Sign Guestbook at chicagotribune.com/obituaries Igoe, Helen Douaire Claudia Ann Aho Hoogasian, 76, beloved wife of the late Judge Jack Hoogasian, loving mother of Sara (Louis) Pickus, Amy Hoogasian, Mary Hoogasian, and Gregory (Jennifer) Hoogasian; devoted grandmother of Rachel, Jack, and Charlie Pickus, and Hunter Hoogasian, cherished sister of Connie Hughes and David (Suzanne) Aho. Preceded in death by her parents Tagne and Taisto Aho. Claudia was born in Waukegan, IL, on February 18, 1943, and received a degree in Political Science from the University of Wisconsin Madison. After marrying the love of her life in 1965 and then having four children, she earned her Juris Doctorate degree from The John Marshall Law School-Chicago. Claudia was a strong advocate for family and chil- rights.

This was the primary focus of her legal career that expanded over 25 years while in private practice and later as a Chief Assistant Attorney in the Lake County Office. She was a lifelong Lake County resident and lived in Lake Forest where she and her late husband raised their family. Claudia led a long life of philanthropic work includ- ing Church of the Holy Native American Partnershipwith St.Michael’sMission located on the Wind River Indian Reservation-Wyoming, UnitedWay of Lake County, Order of Eastern Star, Lake County YMCA, Camp Jorn YMCA, Clearwater Camp for Girls, Stephen Ministries, and PEO Chapter KV of Lake Forest, IL. She was active with many professional organizations including National District Attorneys Association, Jefferson Inns of Court, Association of Women Attorneys, Illinois Department of Public Aid Child Support Advisory Committee, and several bar associations. Claudia was an avid reader, talented knitter and ad- venturous world traveler.

Besides traveling regularly with her late husband, children, grandchildren, and friends, Claudia always cherished her annual trips and great memories with close childhood friends, the Claudia was extremely passion- ate about her Finnish roots and enthusiastically embraced rich Armenian heritage and culture in many aspects passing down family traditions to her children and grandchildren. She loved spending time at her homes in northernWisconsin, where she was active in the communities and served on many non-profit boards. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, February 1, 2020, at 2:30 PM, at The Church of the Holy Spirit, 400 E. Westminster Road, Lake Forest, IL. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to PEO Foundation (a philanthropic organization supporting the advancement of women through educational scholarships) at PEO-Chapter KV, Shelly Holmstrom, 90 Franklin Place East, Lake Forest, IL 60045.

Donations may also be made to: Church of the Holy Spirit-Mission Outreach, 400 E. Westminster Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045. For additional information contact Reuland Turnbough Funeral Directors of Lake Forest www. RTfunerals.com or (847) 234-9649. Sign Guestbook at chicagotribune.com/obituaries Hoogasian, Claudia Ann Aho James M.

Hayes, age 70, of Oak Park, beloved son of the late Thomas and Mabel; loving brother of Ann (the late Raymond) Springer, the late Jeremiah (Susie) and the late Virginia (the late Jay) Collins; fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. Visitation 3 to 7 p.m. Sunday, January 12 at Drechsler, Brown Williams Funeral Home, 203 S. Marion Oak Park. Family and friends will meet at Ascension Church, 808 S.

East Oak Park on Monday January 13 for Mass at 9:30 a.m. Interment Queen of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in name to Ascension Catholic Church or a community theater organization. Funeral info: 708- 383-3191 or www.drechslerbrownwilliams.com Sign Guestbook at chicagotribune.com/obituaries Hayes, James M. Maxine passed away on January 5, 2020 in Lawton, OK.

Maxine Harrison was born on June 27, 1920 in Chicago, Illinois to the union of Nometta Gair and Willie Paris. She enjoyed a successful career in cosmetology after graduating from Wendell Phillips High School in Chicago. In 1984 Maxine relocated to Lawton, Oklahoma with her husband Ulysses. She and her mother, Nometta, were virtually in- separable until Nometta passed away on June 4, 1980. husband, Ulysses, preceded her in death on September 3, 1993.

sole sibling, brother William Paris, Jr, also preceded her in death on September 25, 2013. Maxine is survived by her faithful and dedicated companion Thomas Gross of Lawton, niece Zandria Paris Hardman, nephew William Paris III, grand niece Maxine Hardman, grand nephew Jabari Paris, cousins Theodore Thompson, the Reverend William H. Thompson, Helen Green, Preston Thompson, Denise Walker, Regina Randle, Marcia Ellis, Theodore Thompson II, Tanya Thompson Lyles, Dwayne Thompson, Marcus Thompson, all of Chicago, Illinois, Barbara Buckner of Las Vegas, Nevada, Edwina Paige of Lithonia, Georgia and countless neighbors and friends. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in her name to The Foundation alz.org Sign Guestbook at chicagotribune.com/obituaries Harrison, Maxine Paris Beverly Gore (nee Schwartz), 97. Devoted wife of the late Morris Gore.

Loving mother of Dr. Jerry Gore (Carol), Michael Gore, and the late Steven Gore (Natasha). Proud Bubby to Matthew (Anna), Rachel (Justin), Rebecca, Ariel, Aaron, Daniel, and Alex and six beloved great-grandchildren. Interment at Waldheim Jewish Cemetery in Forest Park. Memorial contributions may be made to The Hebrew Theological College, The Morrie Gore Memorial Technology Fund, 7135 North Carpenter Road, Skokie, IL 60077, htc.edu/donate Gore, Beverly Sign Guestbook at chicagotribune.com/obituaries William J.

McKeown, 88, Jan. 8, 2020. Army Veteran. Beloved husband of Barbara (nee Deckelman). Loving father of Joseph McKeown (Deborah William (Shannon) McKeown and Therese (Joe) Hernandez.

Dear grandfather of Charlie, Frank, Clare and John McKeown, Noah, Aidan, Nathan and Eli Hernandez. Fond brother of Jean (the late John) McDonald, Patsy (the late Patrick) Herbert, Peggy (the late William Mahoney and the late Robert Buckley), Lauretta (the late Frank ret. C.P.D. Connelly, Joseph (the late Donna) Mckeown and the late Daniel (Patricia) McKeown and the late Mary Ellen (the late Jack) Reiner. Uncle of many nieces and nephews.

Former CYO Basketball Coach. Visitation Sunday from 6:00 p.m. 8:00 p.m. at St. Barnabas Church 10134 S.

Longwood Dr. Family and friends will meet Monday directly at St. Barnabas Church for Mass at 10:00 a.m. Private Int. Tuesday at Abraham Lincoln national Cemetery.

In lieu of flow- ers, donations may be made to Pat Pack (sup- porting Pediatric Brain Tumor Research) 10226 S. Leavitt Chicago, IL. 60643. Arrangements entrusted to Donnellan Funeral Home (773) 238-0075 or sign guestbook at www.donnellanfuneralhome.com. McKeown, William J.

Sign Guestbook at chicagotribune.com/obituaries Bernice Malyszka, nee Marecki, age 96. Beloved wife of the late Adolph; loving mother of Christine Rafferty and the late Helena Picciariello; cherished grandmother of Robert (Christine) Picciariello, Jason Picciariello, Nicole Rafferty, and the late Jeffrey Picciariello. Funeral Saturday 9:00 a.m. from Richard Modell Funeral Home Cremation Services, 5725 S. Pulaski Rd.

to St. Turibius Church, Mass 9:30 a.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Visitation Friday 3 to 9 p.m. For info: (773) 767-4730 or www.rjmod- ellfh.com Sign Guestbook at chicagotribune.com/obituaries Malyszka, Bernice Catherine Madison nee Gillen; Beloved wife of Mark; Cherished sister of Ann Marie Harkins (Drew Puppel), Peggy and the late Patrick Gillen; Dear aunt of many nieces and nephews; Devoted daughter of the late John and Catherine nee Duffy.

Visitation Sunday pm at The Oaks Funeral Home 1201 E. Irving Park Road (at Prospect), Itasca. Family and friends will meet Monday at St. Joseph Church, 330 Fullerton Ave, Addison. Mass 10:00 am.

Interment private. For funeral info: 630-250- 8588 or www.oaksfh.com Sign Guestbook at chicagotribune.com/obituaries Madison, Catherine Wayne Leengran age 88, a U.S. Army veteran and resident of Elmhurst, formerly of Northbrook, IL. Beloved husband of the late Diana nee Brouse. Loving father of Karen (Timothy) Heslop and the late Glenn Leengran and Neil Leengran.

Dearest grandfa- ther of Lauren Heslop. Fond uncle of Lori Colley and Holly Williams. Memorial visitation on Saturday, January 11, 2020 from 3:00 p.m. until time of service 5:00 p.m. at Steuerle Funeral Home, 350 S.

Ardmore Avenue, Villa Park, IL. Interment private. Wayne was a graduate of the University of Michigan where he was a member of the swim team.Wayne continued to swim and compete for the rest of his life. He was an avid reader and had a great sense of humor. In lieu of flowers memorials to: University of Michigan, please note Matt Mann Scholarship in memory of Wayne Leengran.

Checks can be sent to: University of Michigan Attn: Athletic Development office 1000 S. State Street, Ann Arbor, MI 48109 For additional information 630-832-4161. Sign Guestbook at chicagotribune.com/obituaries Leengran, Wayne Leonard Lappe, 93, passed away peacefully on Thursday afternoon, January 9, 2020. Loving husband of 66 years to Gloria, devoted father of Fred (Marla) Lappe, Dr. Murray Lappe, Barbara (Jonathan) Minkus, and Rabbi Benay Lappe, dear brother of the late Elaine (Jack) Jacobson and Jackie (Stanley) Solow, cherished brother- in-law of Burton (Sheila) Benjamin and Donald (Marcia) Benjamin.

Proud grandfather (Pa) to Jeremie Lappe, Ana (Dov) Oppenheimer, Emily (Roger) Kueny, Lucas Lappe, Gia Lappe, Max Lappe, Aaron (Jen) Minkus, Rabbi David (Ilyssa) Minkus, Katie (Zach) Pellish, and Molly Lappe. Adored great-grandfather to Nadav, Danya, and Orli Minkus, Zoe and Gabe Oppenheimer, Raia and Adira Minkus, Genevieve Kueny, and Maya Pellish. Best buddy of Sol and Dave. Proud U.S. Marine veteran.

Funeral service Sunday, January 12, 2020, at 9AM at Chicago Jewish Funerals, 8851 Skokie Blvd (at Niles Center Road), Skokie, 847-229-8822, www. cjfinfo.com. Interment at Memorial Park Cemetery, 9900 Gross Point Road, Skokie. Private shiva. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to SVARA: A Traditionally Radical Yeshiva, 4700 N.

Ravenswood, Suite Chicago, Illinois 60640, svara. org. Arrangements by Chicago Jewish Funerals Skokie Chapel, 847.229.8822, www.cjfinfo.com Lappe, Leonard Sign Guestbook at chicagotribune.com/obituaries Chicago native and long-time resident of Skokie, IL and Thomasville, GA, Dolores C. Krier (Gross), 85, made her transition peacefully at her Thomasville home on January 8, 2020, surrounded by fam- ily and friends. Born in 1934 in Chicago to Louis and Mary (Hartmann) Gross, Dolores graduated from Loretto High School and went on to work at Material Service Corp.

and TheWheat Flour Institute in Chicago. Then she met and married the love of her life, Ralph Krier, and together they raised their four daughters in a home filled with unconditional love and laughter. Over the years, Dolores worked at various positions on North Shore, includ- ing the Learning Centers in Skokie School District the Academy of American Pediatrics in Evanston and the Ice Skating Institute of America in Wilmette. Dolores and Ralph moved to Thomasville in 1989 and became active members of the commu- nity. Dolores volunteered at the Thomasville Cultural Center and the Thomasville Genealogical, History and Fine Arts Library and worked at the Thomas County Public Library.

An avid reader, Dolores had an inquisitive mind that never tired of learning, es- pecially about the deeper spiritual meaning of journey. She held an informal spiritual study group in both her Skokie and Thomasville homes for over 40 years. Her warm, funny and creative personality was only superseded by her desire to inspire every- one fortunate enough to cross her path, and she helped many find meaning in their life challenges. Preceded in death by her parents, her husband of 52 years, Ralph, her sister Jane Gross, and brothers Francis and Raymond, she is survived and lovingly remembered by her four daughters and son-in-law: Mary Krier, Elizabeth and Curt Matlin, Jane Krier and Jean Krier; many nieces and nephews; and good friend and honorary fifth daughter, Nancy Tillinghast. At request, there will be no visitation or service.

Visitors may sign the Allen Allen Funeral Home online guest register at www.allenfh.com. In lieu of flowers, donationsmay bemade to Hospice of Southwest Georgia, 114 A Mimosa Thomasville, GA, 31792 or to Unity World Headquarters, 1901 NW Blue Parkway, Unity Village, MO, 64065-0001 Sign Guestbook at chicagotribune.com/obituaries Krier, Dolores C. Timothy J. Satherlie, age 76; passed away January 5, 2020, at Glenbrook Hospital in Glenview, IL, sur- rounded by his loving family and friends. Beloved Husband to Terry (Londis) Satherlie; loving Father to Stacey (Greg) Kruczek, Shawn (Nancy) Satherlie, Dawn Knox, Rick (Brekken) Holtrop and Megan (Doug) Reid; proceeded in death by Grandson Alex (14), proud Grandfather to Sianna, Austin, Luke, Emma, Tessa and August; Great-Grandfather to Seth, Levi and Ellie; fond Brother to Gregg (Chelin) Satherlie and loving Uncle and friend to many.

Memorial service will be held Saturday, January 18, 2020 at 10: 30am at Pilgrim Lutheran Church, 4300 N.Winchester Chicago, IL 60613. In lieu of flow- ers, memorials in honor to, Pancreatic Cancer Action Network, pancan.org are appreciated. Sign Guestbook at chicagotribune.com/obituaries Satherlie, Timothy James Edwin Pryor, Bensenville, Illinois was wel- comed into Heaven to be with Jesus on January 8, 2020 at the age of 91. He was preceded in death by his wife Rita nee Mupo in 2012. They were married 57 years and raised three daughters; Ann (Steve) Ciaccio, Patty (Kirk) Dearden, and Jeanne (Tim) Ewert.

Visitation will be held Friday, January 10, 4:00 to 8:00 p.m., at The Oaks Funeral Home, 1201 E. Irving Park Rd, (at Prospect), Itasca, IL 60143. Family and friends will meet Saturday, January 11, 2020 at St. Luke Lutheran Church, 410 S. Rush Street, Itasca, IL 60143, for a Lying in State, 10:00 a.m.

with the Funeral Service following at 11:00 a.m. Interment private. For funeral information: 630-250-8588 or www.oaksfh.com Pryor, James Edwin Sign Guestbook at chicagotribune.com/obituaries Georgiana A. Pencak (nee Mika). Beloved wife to Stanley for 70 years.

Loving mother of Mark (Karen), Michele (Robert) Nesnidal, Marcia (Charles) Murphy, Michael (Ann), and Maureen (Kevin) Goulding. Cherished grammy of Karly (Kevin), William, Michael (Kaylee), Daniel, Stephen, Eleni, Edward, Joseph, George, John, Timothy and Mark. Dear sister of the late Sophie (late Herbert) Litwitz, the late Frederick (late Sevryne) Mika, the late Joseph (late Antoinette) Mika and the late Mary (late Victor) Deppe. Dear sister in law of Dolores (late Leonard) Kaczmarski, Loretta (Pasquale) Nirchi and many who had pre- ceded her in death. Fond cousin and aunt to many.

Retired, longtime and devoted employee of Richard Funeral Home with 27 years of service. God broke the mold when He made Georgiana. She dedicated her life to loving and caring for her husband, children, and grandchildren. She was a trusted confidant to many. She was always quick to share a laugh and she was generous beyond mea- sure.

She will be greatly missed but her love and lessons will live on. Funeral Monday, January 13, 2020, 9:30 a.m. from the Richard-Midway Funeral Home 5749 Archer Ave. (corner of Lorel) to St. Camillus Church for 10:30 a.m.

Mass. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Visitation Sunday from 2 to 6 p.m. 773-767-1840 or www.richardmidwayfh.com Sign Guestbook at chicagotribune.com/obituaries Pencak, Georgiana A. Judith Ostopchik passed away on Tuesday, January 7, 2020 at the age of 74 in Hoffman Estates, IL.

Judy was born December 28, 1943 in Elmhurst, IL to the late Paul and Pearl Popp. She was preceded in death by her son Mark Ostopchik, her sister Marlene Larsen and her par- ents. She is survived by her son Gary Ostopchik, her sister Donna Topole and extended family and friends. She was a loving mother and sister and will be re- membered by her nieces and nephews as a fun aunt who always had candy in a drawer for them and a smile in her heart. Services will be private.

Sign Guestbook at chicagotribune.com/obituaries Ostopchik, Judith L. Age 88 of New Lenox, passed away November 25, 2019. Predeceased by his beloved wife Marjorie Survived by his loving children Patrick (Judy) Peggy (Gary) Voight, John (Carol) Jayne 11 grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren. Retired Chief Stationary Operating Engineer, Local 399. Memorial services Saturday January 11, 2020, All Saints Lutheran Church 13350 Lagrange Road, Orland Park, IL.

Visitation will begin at 10:00 AM, Service at 11:00 AM. Interment at St. Joseph Guardian Angel Cemetery in Manhattan, IL. Sign Guestbook at chicagotribune.com/obituaries Charles Paul Patrick M. Murphy age 75, beloved husband of Mary F.

(nee Lark); loving father of Patrick Jr. (Caryn) and John (Brittany) Murphy; cherished grandfather of Patrick III, Hannah, Sean, Keira and Michael Murphy; dearest brother of the late John (Mary) Murphy; fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. Visitation Sunday 2-8 P.M. Funeral Monday 9:30 A.M. from Lawn Funeral Home 7732 W.

159th St. Orland Park to St. Julie Billiart Church Mass 10:00 A.M. Interment Good Shepherd Cemetery. Funeral Info: 708 429-3200.

Sign Guestbook at chicagotribune.com/obituaries Murphy Patrick M. Genevieve M. Mrozek (nee Marusarz), age 84 passed away Wednesday, January 8, 2020. Beloved wife of the late Henry loving mother of Therese (Tom) Bevilacqua, Dr. Carol Corbridge, Ted (Kim) Mrozek and Kathy Mrozek.

Devoted grandmother of Dr. Sarah Corbridge and Laura and Brian Bevilacqua. Cherished daughter of the late Joseph and Angeline (nee Wajda) Marusarz. Dear sister of Joseph (Maria) Marusarz; Bernice (Robert) Fessett and the late Frank (Carol) Marusarz. Dear sister-in-law; aunt; cousin and friend to many.

Funeral Monday 9am from RICHARD MODELL FUNERAL HOME CREMATION SERVICES, 12641 W. 143rd Homer Glen to SS. Cyril Methodius Church, Mass 10am. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Visitation Sunday 2pm to 8pm.

708-301-3595 or rjmodellfh.com Sign Guestbook at chicagotribune.com/obituaries Mrozek, Genevieve M. Grace A. McKinnon-Weeks, 1966-2020. Grace McKinnon-Weeks, age 53, of Bainbridge Island, Washington, formerly of Bellwood, IL, Phoenix, AZ and Bellevue, WA. Beloved wife of Jonathan Weeks; loving mother of Sadie and Simon; and pets Ruby and Minnie; dear sister of Patty (Ken Duggins) McKinnon and Doug (Lynne) McKinnon; sister-in-law to Julie (Graeme) Mackie; Jenny Weeks; Eric (Jen) Weeks; Byron David (Ashley) Woolsey; daughter-in-law of Lillian Pennoyer Woolsey; and beloved aunt to many.

A 1985 graduate of Proviso West High School (Class Secretary); a 1989 graduate of the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign with a Bachelor of Arts Degree; (member of the Alpha Delta Pi Sorority); former employee of ASAP Software, then Avent, Avnet moved Grace from Chicago to Phoenix, AZ, then Seattle, WA; later a Sr. Account Executive with IBM. Grace was a licensed real estate broker through John L. Scott Real Estate in Seattle and Bainbridge since 2004. Memorial Service to be held on Saturday, January 11, 2020, at noon at Island Center Hall, 8935 Fletcher Bay Rd NE, Bainbridge Island, WA, 98110.

Memorial contribu- tions may be made to PAWS of Bainbridge Island and North Kitsap, PO Box 10811, Bainbridge Island, WA, 98110 or at https://pawsbink.org/donate/ McKinnon-Weeks, Grace A Sign Guestbook at chicagotribune.com/obituaries GIVE THEM THE MEMORIAL AN EXCEPTIONAL PERSON DESERVES WITH LIFE TRIBUTES Our professional writers will assist you to showcase and celebrate the life of your loved ones with a beautifully written tribute prominently placed within the Chicago Tribune. HONOR THE OF YOUR LOVED ONE life memories CONTACT US 312.222.2222 chicagotribune.com/lifetributes RACINE David Alexander Wylie, 75, passed away after a short illness on Sunday, December 14, 2019. He was preceded in death by his mother, June (nee: Cover) Wylie and father, David GrahamWylie. Surviving David are his cousins; Nancy (Gary) Fichter, Jeffery (Lynn) Wylie, Scott (Julia) Wankel, Patricia (David) Hughes, and Jay (Rhonda) Wylie. He is further survived by other relatives and friends.

Funeral services will be held at WM. H. Scott Funeral Home in Wilmette, IL on Tuesday, January 14, 2014 at 12:15 pm. There will be visitation prior to the service from 10 a.m. until time of service at 12:15 p.m.

Memorials to The Jazz Institute of Chicago or to the Art Institute of Chicago have been suggested. Sign Guestbook at chicagotribune.com/obituaries Wylie, David Alexander Claudine G. Snow, 78, of Western Springs. Beloved wife of Theodore for 54 years. Loving mother of Letitia (Billy) Taylor and the late Dale.

Devoted Mumzie of Gabryella and Alexis Taylor. Dear sister- in-law of Carol (late Patrick) Byrdak. Fond aunt and great-aunt of many. Visitation 8:30 to Jan. 13, 2020 at Hallowell James Funeral Home, 1025 W.

55th Countryside to St. John of the Cross Church, Western Springs for Mass at 11am. Entombment Resurrection Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to Amita St. Thomas Hospice appreciated.

Claudine fought a long and courageous battle with cancer, so she could be with her family for as long as she could. For Funeral Info: or HJfunerals.com Sign Guestbook at chicagotribune.com/obituaries SNOW, CLAUDINE G. Henry C. Schramm, 91 of Skokie died surrounded by his loving family on January 1, 2020. Henry is survived by his four daughters, Susan (Fred Lake) Sellers, Donna (Michael) Clark, Karen (Lou) Kailer and Linda (Alvaro Camara) Schramm; proud grandfather of Brian (Alison) Keith, Angela (Leddie), Ashley and the late Alvaro; Great- grandfather of Logan, Alaina, Noelle and Mason.

Henry was preceded in death by his wife of 68 years, Betty Mae Schramm, brother Irving and sis- ter Eleanor. Henry was born and raised in Evanston. He and Betty Mae met when, at eleven years old, she moved into his Noyes Street neighbor- hood. They were married at 21 and devoted to each other for life. At Evanston High School, he played baseball and football.

His love of sports followed him through life and was a fan of all Chicago Sports teams. He especially loved the Cubs and became a Season Ticket Holder in 1995. After High School, he joined his Evanston based family business, Charles Schramm Plastering. He became an expert in plastering architectural detailing and was in great demand throughout the North Shore area homes. In his retirement, it gave him great pride and joy, when driving around, to point out the beautiful homes where he had left his artistic footprint.

He recently received a plaque for 70 years of membership in the and Cement Masons Union Local from the Operative Plasterers and Cement Masons International Association of the United States and Canada. He was also proud that at 91, he had passed his test. Hank was also a member of the National Guard and remembered fondly his camp experiences and camaraderie with fellow members. He enjoyed gardening, reading and travelling. Hank and Betty Mae traveled extensively but his favorite type of travel was Road Trips.

He loved visiting rural towns in Wisconsin, Illinois and Indiana. He was an active, lifetime member of Bethlehem Evangelical Lutheran Church in Evanston. His strong faith in God, strong work ethic, honesty and respect for others was who he was. Visitation Sunday, January 12, 2020, 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

at Donnellan Family Funeral Home, 10045 Skokie Boulevard, at Old Orchard Road, Skokie, IL 60077 and Monday January, 13, 2020 10:00 a.m. until time of funeral service 11:00 a.m. at Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 1334 Wesley Avenue, at Greenwood Street, Evanston, IL 60201. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery, Skokie, IL. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Bethlehem Lutheran Church Endowment Fund, 1334 Wesley Avenue, Evanston, IL 60201 Funeral Info: www.donnellanfuneral.com or (847) 675-199 Schramm, Henry C.

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