In Memoriam
This page is dedicated to honoring the memories of our classmates who have passed away. A full list of classmates In Memoriam is found HERE.
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Sue Grayson (Nelson)
1951-12-05 2011-01-09
GRAYSON, Susan "Susie" Nelson, 59, of Henrico, died peacefully on January 9, 2011 after a courageous battle with cancer.
She is survived by her loving husband of 35 years, Grant S. Grayson; her son, Andy Grayson; her daughter, Erin Grayson; Andy's wife, Kristen Grayson; granddaughter, Mary Grayson; her mother, Margery Nelson; her brothers, Thomas Nelson and wife, Cheryl, David Nelson and wife, Cathy; her brother-in-law, Craig Grayson and his wife, Nancy. She was predeceased by her father, Tucker Nelson.
Susie was a graduate of The Northwestern University Medill School of Journalism; was a writer for the Chicago Tribune; worked in the publication offices for th...
John Niemeyer
1952-12-11 2021-02-08
John Niemeyer, age 68, of Lake Ozark, Missouri, passed away Monday, February 8, 2021. John and his wife Vonnie were involved in an auto accident which took the life of John and severely injured his wife.
John moved down to Missouri from Rochelle, Illinois about 19 years ago to run his Dairy Queen businesses in Lauri and Osage Beach. After selling both businesses, he semi-retired and went to Culver’s in Osage Beach where he enjoyed working.
On December 13, 2014, John married the love of his life, Vonnie. They lived in the Village of Four Seasons.
John loved to play golf, which he did in his spare time every chance he got. Even when he would go vis...
Caryn Leahy (Nyberg)
1952-04-12 2019-12-21
Caryn S. Leahy nee Nyberg, age 67, of Homewood passed away on December 20 at her home with her family by her side.
Beloved wife of Jerrold Leahy. Loving mother of Jerrold Leahy II and Brendan (Kathi) Leahy. Cherished grandmother of Elliott and Emilia. Dear sister of Jack (Marianne) Nyberg and Cathy (Kevin) Lidgus. Fond aunt of Adam Lidgus, Jamie Uczen, Moira Leahy, and Sinead Leahy-Harrison.
Caryn was a 1970 Graduate of York High School and 1974 graduate at Western Illinois University with a B.A. in Education. From 1985-2016 she worked at Eisenhower Cooperative Care Program (a program for students with emotional disturbances in Crestwood, IL).
As...
Rosemary Peco
1950-12-13 1991-09-27
Rosemary Ann Peco, 40, Elmhurst, Ill., died Friday, Sept. 27. She was born in Chicago. She was a laundry aide for Elmhurst Memorial Hospital.
Survivors: stepmother Marjorie, Fern Park; brother Andy, Plymouth, brother Peter, Pembroke Pines; sister Kathleen Meyer, Casselberry. Woodlawn Funeral Home, Orlando.
Orlando Sentinel 29 September 1991
Tim Raffen
1952-05-25 2013-12-18
Timothy J. Raffen, age 61, Army Veteran, of Elmhurst; at rest December 18, 2013.
Beloved husband of Marsha nee Johnson; loving father of Christopher J. (Tammy) Raffen and Kimberly (fianceé Jason) Raffen; cherished grandfather of Hailey, Aubry, and Bryce; dear brother of Mark (Sue) Raffen and Donna (Jim) Rago.
Preceded in death by his parents, Donald and Audrey Raffen; his infant daughter, Melissa Marie Raffen; and a sister, Mellody Spatafora.
A Celebration of Life will be held on January 5, 2014, 11:00 am, at the American Legion, 310 W. Butterfield Rd., Elmhurst.
Arrangements by Illinois Cremation Service, Addison, Illinois.
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Tony Raimondi
1952-09-04 2006-09-08
Anthony “Tony” Raimondi, age 54, suddenly, beloved husband of JoAnn, nee Czerwinski; loving father of Michelle (Jason) Marquardt and Robyn; dear brother of Linda Bellow and Peggy (Timothy) Feldmeier; cherished son of Anthony and the late Margaret, nee Frank; fond uncle of many nieces and nephews
Visitation Monday, 3 to 8 p.m. and Tuesday, 9 a.m. until time of funeral 10 a.m. at Gibbons Funeral Home, 134 S. York, (1/2 mile north of St. Charles Road), Elmhurst. Mass of Christian Burial 10:45 a.m. at Visitation Catholic Church. Interment Queen of Heaven Cemetery, Hillside. For funeral information please call 630-832-0018 or www.gibbonsfuneralhome.com
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John Reese
1952-03-11 2023-03-06
Survived by his wife, Luanna, 2 sons and 4 grandchildren.
Provided by Kathy Reese, John’s sister
Doug Rose
1951-12-09 2017-11-03
Douglas Charles Rose, 65, of Schiller Park and formerly of Elmhurst, at peace November 3, 2017. Devoted husband to Maria Rose nee Marinelli; loving father to Alexander and Savannah; beloved son to Elaine Rose and the late Edward C. Rose; cherished brother to Nancy Jean Rose, the late Edward (Ellen) Rose and the late Gary Rose; devoted uncle to Rachael and Royce (Alexa).
Doug shared his art of storytelling and the laughter of life with many caring friends and family. Forever WI Badgers!
Memorial Service to be held at Ahlgrim Funeral Home, 567 S. Spring Rd., Elmhurst on Wednesday, November 8, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. Interment private. Info 630-834-3515 or www.ahlgrim.c...