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GAGNER, Arthur J(OSEPH). , beloved husband of Lottie, nee Banals; fond father of Elenore Perry, Raymond, James, Phillip, Betty Macchia, Ruth Dietz, Thomas, Robert, and Ronald; brother of Mrs. Arthur Lange; grandfather of 16. Funeral Friday 10 a.m., from funeral home, 2616 W. 38th street, to St. Joseph and St. Anne church. Interment St. Mary's cemetery. Member St. Joseph and St. Anne Holy Name society. LAfayette 3-0980. [dod Dec 3, 1957] [Chicago Tribune -- Submitted by Source #96]

GAGNER, Charlotte (Lottie), nee Banals, beloved wife of the late Arthur J.; fond mother of Elenore Perry, Raymond, James Phillip, Betty Nacchia, Ruth Dietz, Thomas, Robert, and Ronald; grandmother of 22; great-grandmother of five; sister of Tillie and Stanley Banals. Funeral Thursday, 9:30 a.m., from Kelly-Carroll Funeral Home, 2616 W. 38th street, to St. Jospeh and St. Anne church. Mass 10 a.m. Interment St. Mary cemetery. Member of Ladies of St. Anne. (Due to construction on Rockwell street, please use 38th street from Archer avenue or California avenue, to funeral home.) 523-0980. (dod 18 Aug 1968) [Chicago Tribune - Submitted by Source #96]

GAGNER, Lousie E., nee Ladenberger, beloved wife of James J. Sr.; loving mother of James J. Jr. (Jill); proud grandmother of Chris and Scott; fond sister-in-law of Betty, Lois, Ron, Peggy, Eleanor, Bob and Mary; also many nieces and nephews. Visitation Wednesday, 3 to 9 p.m., at Kenny Brothers, 3600 West 95th St. Family and friends will meet Thursday at United Faith Lutheran Church, 3240 W. 95th St., Evergreen Park, IL. Lying in state 9 a.m. until time of service at 10 a.m. Interment Evergreen cemetery. Retired employee of Time-Life. [Chicago Tribune, April 5, 2005 -- Submitted by Source #96]

GAGNER, Raymond J. , fond father of Raymond J. Jr., Dianne (Todd) Trost; grandfather of two; brother of many brothers and sisters. Visitation at Kelly-Carroll Funeral Home, 2616 W. 38th St., Sunday, 2 to 10 p.m. Funeral Monday, 9 a.m., from funeral home to St. Agnes Church. Mass 9:30 a.m. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. 523-0980. [dod Nov 2, 1984][Chicago Tribune [Nov 4, 1984] -- Submitted by Source #96]

GANNON, Ellen T. - March 31, 1930, beloved wife of the late Michael H. Gannon, fond mother of Marie L., George H., and John H. Gannon, at residence, 5859 Glenwood-av. Funeral notice later. [Chicago Tribune, April 1, 1930. Submitted by source #6]

GANNON - Margaret (Maggie) Gannon, nee Gannon, beloved wife of the late John J. Gannon; fond mother of Patrick C.P.D. and I.P.A. (Rita), John, Thomas (Patricia), Mary (Harry) Wright, Michael, Joseph C.P.D. and F.O.P. (Jean) and the late Austin (Mary); grandmother of 20; great-grandmother of four. Funeral Thursday, September 4, 9:30 a.m., from Curley Funeral Home, Layden and Hederman Directors, 3510 W. 79th St., to St. Rita Church. Mass 10 a.m. Interment Holy Sepulchre. Native of County Mayo Ireland. 776-2400 or HU 3-1212 [1975-09-03 - Chicago Tribune - Submitted by Source #101]

GARDINER, JAMES - president of the Gardiner Metal company and an authority on the art of mixing metals, died Saturday at 238 North Pine avenue. He was born in Cotteriege, Scotland, in 1847, and came to Chicago in 1849. For thirty years he was manager for E. W. Blachford, and ten years ago he went into business for himself. He is survived by a widow, Mary E., four sons, Arthur, William, Harry, Robert, and a daughter, Mrs. May Higginson. 1915-09-13 James Gardiner, Sept. 11, 1915, aged 67 years, husband of Mary V. and father of Mrs. Mae Higginson, Arthur, William, Harry, and Bert Gardiner, and the late Ethel Murray. Funeral services will be conducted by St. Bernard's commandery, No. 35, Knights Templar, at his late residence, 238 N. Pine av., Austin, 2 p.m., Tuesday, Austin lodge, No. 350, A. F. & A. M., will officiate at interment, which will take place in Forest Home cemetery at 3:30 p.m. [13 Sep 1915]

GARDNER, Geraldine -- nee Moran, age 77. Beloved wife of the late Willis Kaufman and James Gardner. (Devoted mother of 2. Loving grandmother of 5 and great grandmother of 2.) Dearest sister of Norma Snedeker, June Hitterman and David Snedeker. Memorial mass was Saturday Feb. 22nd at Our Lady of the Woods Church, 10731 W. 131st S., at 11:00AM. Twenty five years of service with U.S. Steel. Arrangements by Palos-Gaidas Funeral Home. 708-974-4410. C.I.F.D.
Other Surnames include: Camp [The Star Newspaper, Chicago Heights, IL, Feb 23, 2003, pg A-18 - Submitted by Source #134]

GARERI, Floravante S. - of 1400 Lake Shore-drive, beloved husband of Erma, nee Jones, loving brother of Maria and Francisco of Italy. Funeral Thursday, May 1, at 3 p.m. at chapel, 851 E. 75th-st. Interment Oakwoods. Member of Utopia Lodge No. 894. A.F. & A.M. Chicago Tribune, April 30, 1930. Submitted by source #6

GARRISON, Giles Walter - 374 East Ninth street, Upland, died in a Riverside hospital this morning following an illness of three weeks. A retired farmer, he was born March 18, 1870, in Cook county, Ill., and had resided in California 34 years, the past 26 of which he was a resident of Upland.
He is survived by his widow, Martha Garrison of Upland, two daughters, Mrs. George Mahkorn of Los Angeles and Mrs. Chester Cheasman of Eugene, Oregon; three sons, Russell A. Garrison, Los Angeles, Roy Garrison, Ridgefield, Wash., and Merle Garrison, Blue River, Oregon; two sisters, Mrs. Mary Moll, Shannon, Ill., and Mrs. Phoebe Eisenbise, of Freeport, Ill., and 16 grandchildren. Services will be Monday at 2 p.m. in the Stone Funeral home, 329 East Ninth street, Upland. Interment will be in Bellevue cemetery. Rev. Wm. E. Thompson, pastor of the Upland Nazarene church, of which he was a member, will officiate. The Daily Report, Ontario, California January 17, 1952

GARRISON, Helen Margaret, youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Marshall Garrison, at Evanston, Ill. Funeral Sunday, 2 o'clock, at First Baptist church, Evanston. CHICAGO TRIBUNE, Sat, 14 Mar 1903. Submitted by Colleen

GARRITY, Bridget. Oct. 7 at No. 71 East Ohio St. Bridget Garrity, aged 78. Burial at Calvary. Funeral Tues. Oct 9, 10 a.m. Holy Name Church. [Inter Ocean, October 19, 1888 - submitted by source #122]

GARRITY - Myrla A. Garrity, nee Rickman, of Rolling Meadows, beloved wife of Edward; fond mother of Paul, Edward (Tammie), James; grandmother of three; sister of Ralph Rickman and Paul Rickman. Resting at the Ahlgrim and Sons Funeral Home, 201 N. Northwest Hwy., Palatine, where services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, June 9. Visitation for friends from 2 to 5 and 7 to 9:30 p.m. Friday. Interment Memory Gardens Cemetery. (Chicago Tribune (Illinois) June 8, 1973, Submitted by Src #96)

GARVEY, William J. Garvey, son of William C. and Mary A., nee O'Keefe, at his parents' residence, 674 S. Washtenaw-av. Funeral Tuesday at 9:30 a.m., to St. Agatha's church, thence by carriages to Calvary. Chicago Tribune, Tuesday, 24 Sept 1907. Submitted by Colleen

GAYLORD, Charlotte A., nee Parker, wife of the late William H. Gaylord, mother of Glenn L., and Lester H., sister of Mrs. Mae Whitfield, Mrs. Alice Tyndall, and the late Mrs. Lydia Mattern, sister-in-law of Mrs. Christine Parker. Services from funeral home, 6910 Windsor-av., at Berwyn, Ill. Thursday at 2 p.m. Interment Forest Home. [Chicago Tribune, April 30, 1930. Submitted by source #6]

GAYNOR, Phillip P. 79 years, WWII Veteran, beloved husband of the late Betty (nee Sheldon), devoted father of Phillip J. (Heidi), Gary (Donna) and Michael (Nancy), loving grandfather of Danielle, Adam, Mick, Emma, Gary and Nora Gaynor, fond brother and uncle of many. Funeral Friday, November 15, 2002, 8:45 a.m., from the Fortuna Funeral Home, 4401 S. Kedzie Ave., to Our Lady of Fatima Church for 9:30 a.m., Mass. Burial Fairmount Willows Hills Cemetery. Visitation Thursday, 3 to 9 p.m. For info: 773-523-7781 [Chicago Sun Times -- Submitted by Source #96]

GEIMER, Theo April 3 at Coluso Calif. beloved son of Mary Geimer and the late Peter Geimer; brother of Susie, Mae, Peter, Mrs Anna Sebastian, and the late John M. Geimer. Funeral Notice later. 1633 Husdon Av. [Chicago Tribune, Apr 6, 1916 - Submitted by Source #132]

GEIST, Albert - Mass for Albert Geist, 72, a bookkeeper, will be said at 10 a.m. Friday in St. Michael's Catholic Church, 143d Street and Highland Avenue, Orland Park. Mr. Geist, of Orland Park, died Tuesday in Hines Veterans Hospital. Survivors include his wife, Mayme; two daughters, Janice Kahne and Jean Dixon; five grandchildren; and a brother. [dod Aug 19, 1986] [Chicago Tribune [Aug 22, 2986] -- Submitted by Source #96]

GEIST, John P(hillip) of Antioch, Ill., beloved husband of the late Louise, nee Graff; fond brother of Albert (Mayme) Geist and Charles (Cecelia) Geist; dear brother of Louis Geist and the late Sadie Bohnlofink, Elizabeth Hernacki, Margaret Daly,and Susan Schultz; grandfather of seven; great-grandfather of five. Funeral mass 10 a.m. Wednesday at Immaculate Conception church, 31st and Aberdeen, Chicago. Resting at Hornburg & Son Funeral Home, 1145 W. 31st street, Chicago, after 1 p.m. Tuesday. Interment St. Mary cemetery. Memorials may be given to the Antioch Rescue squad. Information, LA 3-6645. [Chicago Tribune [March 25, 1969] -- Submitted by Source #96]

GEIST, Louise M. nee Graf, beloved wife of John, fond mother of Albert and Charles; grandmother of four grandchildren; daughter of Katherine Graf; sister of William, Rollo, Bernard, Frank, Robert, Hilda Urban, and Gertrude Stork. Resting at funeral home, 1145 W. 31st street. Funeral Wednesday, April 4, 9 a.m., to Immaculate Conception church. Interment St. Mary's. Member of Ave Maria W. C. O. F., No. 436. LAfayette 3-6645. [Chicago Tribune (April 3, 1956) -- Submitted by Source #96]

GEORGE-- John T., Dec. 23, aged 79 years. Burial at Oakwoods Dec. 25 from 5809 Aberdeen-st. Chicago Tribune, Dec. 25, 1903, submitted by source #27

GERBER, William - Funeral services for William Gerber, a former Peorian who died Friday night at his home in Harvey, IL will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday at Cumerford - Endsley Memorial home.
Following Masonic rites in Harvey. Interment will be in Springdale Cemetery. (Peoria, IL) [Sunday, Oct. 14, 1951, Peoria Journal Star, B4 - Sub. by source #22]

GERCHIKOV, Israel Max of 1422 S. St. Louis avenue, beloved husband of Lena, dear father of Aaron, Morris, Jeanette Schomer, and Gertrude Greenwald, brother of Louis, Fannie Senn, Neshie Gortshikoff, and Sarah Meizner, eight grandchildren. Services Monday, 10:30 a.m., at chapel, 3654 W. Roosevelt road. Interment Kehilath Jacob cemetery, Waldheim. [dod Feb 13, 1948] (Chicago Tribune February 15, 1948 -- Submitted by Source #96]
Chicago Tribune (Chicago, Illinois) June 11, 1949 A monument will be dedicated to the memory of Israel Max Gerchikov, beloved husband, father, and grandfather, Sunday, June 12, at 3:00 p.m., at Kehilath Jankev cemetery, Waldheim, Des Plaines entrance, gate 48.

GERCHIKOV, Louis 6130 N. Paulina, beloved husband of Estelle, nee Shorris; loving father of Arthur (Doris) and Jerome (Elaine); four grandchildren. Services Monday, 2:30 p.m., at Weinstein Bros. Chapel, 1300 W. Devon. Interment Jewish Waldheim. Member of Cong. B'nai Jacob of West Rogers Park and Zionist. RO 1-2400. [Chicago Tribune [Jan 16, 1967) -- Submitted by Source #96]

GERTZ - Beckie Gertz of 1057 N. Sacramento avenue, beloved wife of the late Sam, devoted mother of Taubie Zoub, and Jules Gertz, dear grandmother of Burton Zoub, fond sister of Harry S. Berlin of Los Angeles, Sadie Last, the late Morris Berlin, Annie Urkov and Fannie Turk. Funeral Friday, Sept. 7, 2 p.m., at chapel, 2235 W. Division street. Interment Westlawn. [dod September 6, 1951]
Mrs. Beckie Gertz, 81, of 1057 N. Sacramento av., widow of Sam Gertz, died yesterday in a nursing home at 4750 Woodlawn av. Mrs. Gertz was active in the founding of the Daughters of Zion day nursery. Surviving are a son, Jules, and a daughter, Mrs. Taubie Zoub. Services will be held at 2 p.m. today in the chapel at 2235 Division st. [Chicago Tribune - Submitted by Source #96]

GERTZ, Charles G. 5000 N. Mozart street, husband of the late Eva; dear father of Sol, Sam, and Vieta Dolnick; brother of Jack; grandfather of Carl, Earl, Judith, and Marilyn. Service Tuesday, 1 p.m., at chapel, 4225 W. Roosevelt road, corner of Tripp. Interment O. K. O. J. cemetery, Waldheim. [dod March 11, 1956]
--- Services for Charles G. Gertz, 78, 5000 N. Mozart st., a retired cigar manufacturer, will be held at 1 p.m. today in the chapel at 4225 Roosevelt rd. Mr. Gertz died Sunday in Grant hospital. He is survived by two sons, Sol and Sam; a daughter, Mrs. Vineta Dolnick; a brother, and four grandchildren. [Chicago Tribune [March 13, 1956] -- Submitted by Source #96]

GERTZ, Edna (nee Friedman), beloved wife of Jules, dear mother of Idelle (Al) Grossman and Richard (Lorraine) Balm, loving grandmother of three grandchildren and two great-grandchildren, fond sister of Bertha Peurye, Lillian Freemond and Joseph Friedman. Services Tuesday, 1 p.m. at Piser Memorial Chapel, 5206 N. Broadway. Interment Shalom Memorial Park. Friends are asked to pay their respects at the time of the services. LO 1- 4740. Sun Times (Jan 25, 1971, page 64] -- Submitted by Source #96]

GERTZ, Jules (retired pharmacist) late of Sheridan Gardens Nursing Home, beloved husband of the late Edna and the late Sally, fond brother of Taubie Zoub, dear son of the late Samuel and Beckie Gertz. Services Thursday, 10 a.m. at Weinstein Brothers Chapel, 1300 Devon. Interment Westlawn. Omit flowers. Chapel visitation at time of services. RO 1-2400. [dod Feb 17, 1976] [Chicago Tribune -- Submitted by Source #96]

GERTZ, Sally - nee Recu, beloved wife of Jules; devoted daughter of the late Bette and Ernest; fond sister of Meyer E., and the late Sara. Services Thursday, 1 p.m., at chapel, 5206 Broadway. Interment Westlawn cemetery. Visitation Wednesday after 7 p.m. [Chicago Tribune October 26 & 27, 1960 - Submitted by Source #96]
Mrs. Sally Gertz, 51, of 360 Wellington av., died yesterday in Columbus hospital. She was active in welfare work for spastic children. She leaves her husband, Jules, and a brother. Services will be held at 1 p.m. tomorrow in the chapel at 5206 Broadway. [Chicago Tribune, October 26, 1960 - Submitted by Source #96]

GERTZ, Sam, of 2259 W. Division-st., age 57 years, beloved husband of Beckie, fond father of Mrs. Taubie Zoub, and Julius, brother of Mrs. Celia Silverman, Mrs. Bessie Arkin, Charles and Jack. Funeral Wednesday, Oct.31, 10 a.m., from chapel, 2159 W. Division-st. Interment Knights of Joseph cemetery, Waldheim. [dod Oct 29, 1928] [Chicago Tribune [Oct 30, 31, 1928] -- Submitted by Source #96]

GERTZ, Sam - 414 W. Wellington avenue, beloved husband of Sylvia; dear father of Judith Grant and Marilyn; loving grandfather of Edward Grant; son of the late Charles and Eva Gertz; fond brother of Vineta Dolnick and Sol. Services Monday, 11 a.m., at chapel, 5206 Broadway. Interment O. K. O. J. cemetery, Waldheim. Visiting at chapel after 7 p.m. Sunday. LO 1-4740. [Chicago Tribune [Feb 28, 1959] -- Submitted by Source #96]

GIBBONS - Sarah Gibbons of 4441 Greenview avenue, dear sister of Catherine Curley, Nellie O'Malley, Michael, and Martin. Funeral Tuesday, 9:30 a.m., from funeral home, 3552 Southport avenue, to Our Lady of Lourdes church. Interment All Saints'. Native of Parke, Castlebar, County Mayo, Ireland. [1954-06-21, Chicago Tribune - submitted by Source #101]

GIBBS -- Edgar Brown Gibbs, aged 1 year, 11 months, son of Genevieve BROWN and the late Charles W. GIBBS. Funeral Wednesday, April 5, from late residence, 1763 Cullom-av., Ravenswood, at 2 o'clock. Cedar Rapids papers please copy. Chicago Tribune, April 4, 1911, submitted by source #27

GIBSON -- Through an Elevator Shaft....
Chicago, Jan 8 - Edmund Gibson, a Canadian, fell 20 feet through an elevator shaft this morning, and was dashed to death. [The Milwaukee Journal, Jan 8, 1884 - Sub. by src #6]

GILBERT -- Granny Gilbert Dead | America's Oldest Actress Is Stricken by Apoplexy
Chicago, Dec. 2.—Mrs. George Henry Gilbert, the oldest actress on the American stage, died in her rooms at the Sherman House to-day, shortly after she had suffered a stroke of cerebral apoplexy.
The apoplectic stroke came while Mrs. Gilbert was alone with her maid. The maid first sought to lift her onto a couch, but realizing that Mrs. Gilbert's attack was a grave one, the maid left her where she had fallen and summoned the house physician. Dr. J. T. Owen, who responded immediately to the call. He pronounced the condition of Mrs. Gilbert critical.
Other physicians were summoned, but they were unable to arouse Mrs. Gilbert from the death-like stupor into which she had sunk, and death came without Mrs. Gilbert regaining consciousness. She lived only an hour and a half after she was stricken.
The end came without a struggle. There was a smile upon the aged woman's face as she breathed her last. About her, with tear-dimmed eyes, stood her maid, Mrs. Margaret Sweeney; Harry Powers, Frank E. Aiken, manager of the theater, and the attending physicians.
Three hours before her death the noted actress had risen and declared she intended to devote the day to shopping.
"I must get out and buy Christmas presents for the child actors and actresses of New York," she said to her maid.
"But, Mrs. Gilbert,'" expostulated' the maid, "it is snowing."
"What does a girl of my age care for snow?" replied Mrs. Gilbert, and she went to take her usual cold bath—a bath as cold as the natural temperature of the water would afford. As she emerged from the bathroom, she said to her maid:
"Please call for Dr. Owen; I feel ill. The lights look strange, and it is growing dark."
A spasm seemed to seize Mrs., Gilbert, and suddenly she became unconscious. Just as the clocks were striking 12 Mrs. Gilbert died.
The attack is said by the attending physician to have been due directly to the shock of a cold water bath. Mrs. Gilbert's Chicago engagement In Clyde Fitch's play "Granny" began at Powers' Theater last Monday, and until to-day the venerable actress had appeared to be In her usual health.
Following a consultation between Harry J. Powers and Charles Bulkloy, Mrs. Gilbert's personal manager, who is also a representative of Charles Frohman. It was decided this afternoon to take the body to New York. The start will be made over the Erie Railroad at 11.30 a. m. tomorrow.

New York, Dec. 2.—Mrs. Gilbert's body will be brought from Chicago to this city late on Sunday next. No arrangements have been made for the funeral beyond that it will take place in the Bloomingdale Reformed Church. Mrs. Gilbert had no relatives in this country.
Mrs. Gilbert's Career -- The last time Mrs. Gilbert appeared in Washington was during the week of December 23. 1902. ns Mrs. Deborah, the housekeeper. In the original American cast of "Mice and Men." with Annie Russell as the star. During the week she slipped In the street and received an injury which obliged her to remain at the Raleigh for a short time, while the company proceeded to Now York. She was then seventy years old. Mrs. Gilbert's maiden name was Ann Hartley. She was born at Rochdale, Lancashire. England, in 1822. and began her career at Buny, St. Edmunds, as a dancer. She became the wife of G. H. Gilbert, a dancer on the Norwich circuit. In 1846, and in October. 1849, came to the United States with her husband, who died in New York In 1866. Her first appearance In the United States was as a dancer In Chicago, the city of her death, in 1851. She made her debut as an actress at the Cleveland Theater in the spring of 1857. when she was thirty-five, and later began an engagement at Louisville as "first old woman," which lasted until 1861. when she went to Wood's Then tor. Cincinnati. During this time she appeared In roles like Mrs. Creamly. Mrs. Toodles. Mrs. Hardcastle. Lady Macbeth, and small roles in "Pocahontas"... [The Washington Post, Dec. 3, 1904 (Washington, D.C.) - Sub. by Src #82]

GILBRIDE - Thomas J. Gilbride, beloved husband of the late Delia, nee Stenson; fond father of Thomas, Mary O'Neill, the late John and Patrick Gilbride; grandfather of seven. Honorary member of Madonna council, K. of C., No. 1135. Native of Killasser, County Mayo, Ireland. Funeral Saturday, Dec. 5, 10 a.m., from Curley Funeral Home, 1241 W. 79th street, to Little Flower church. Mass 10:30 a.m. Interment Holy Sepulchre. ST 3-1611. [1964-12-04 Chicago Tribune - Submitted by Source #101]

GILMARTIN-- Julia, Dec. 24, wife of P. H. Gilmartin, at 2901 Wentworth-av. Funeral notice later. Chicago Tribune, Dec. 25, 1903, submitted by source #27

GINERIS, Patricia A. -- nee Peter, Age 77 of Olympia Fields, formerly of Chicago Heights and Florida died Friday February 21, 2003 at her home. Wife of the late William G. Gineris. (Mother of 5, Grandmother of 13 and Great Grandmother of 11.) Sister of Mary Alderidge. Gathering of family and friends Sunday February 23rd, 1:00pm to 4:00pm. Memorial service 4:00pm Sunday at Kerr-Parzygnot Funeral Home 540 Dixie Hwy. And Joe Orr Rd. Chicago Heights. Interment Evergreen Hill Cemetery in Steger. Member of Venice Opera Guild in Florida, Library volunteer in Florida, Very active Church Member in Park Forest and Florida.
Other Surnames include: Byard & Lux [The Star Newspaper, Chicago Heights, IL, Feb 23, 2003, pg A-18 - Submitted by Source #134]

GINSBERG -- Jennie Ginsberg, [nee Silverman] beloved wife of Sam, dear mother of Ethel Brosilow, Isadore, Shirley Weisberg, and Dorothy Berger. Funeral Wednesday, 1 p.m., at funeral chapel, 5145 Broadway. Interment Memorial Park cemetery, Shiva at home of Brosilow family, 3500 Lake Shore drive. [Chicago Tribune (Chicago, Illinois) October 2, 1940 - Submitted by Source #96]

GINSBURG, Jacob - late residence 4547 N. Kimball avenue, beloved husband of Tillie, fond father of Albert, Jacob, Myer, and Sidney, one grandchild, brother of Sam, Meyer, Anna Dodels, Sarah Belinky, and Rose Addison. Funeral today, Thursday, 3 p.m., at chapel, 3021 Lawrence avenue. Interment Jewish Waldheim. [dod May 21, 1941] [Chicago Tribune (May 22, 1941) -- Submitted by Source #96]

GINSBURG, Tillie (Recu) - beloved mother of Jack, Mike, and Sidney, sister of Becky Fivish, Joseph and Louis Recu. Funeral Friday, 3 p.m., at chapel, 3021 Lawrence. (dod 11 Mar 1943) [Chicago Tribune (May 22, 1941) -- Submitted by Source #96]

GIPSON, Steven -- Funeral services are scheduled at 10 a.m. Thursday in Hirsch's West End funeral home for Steven Gipson, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Grady Gipson of 1112 Emerald avenue, Chicago Heights, who died Tuesday in St. James hospital. The Rev. Clarence Juchcinski of St. Joseph church will officiate, and burial will be in Calvary Cemetery. Steven was born July 2 in Chicago Heights. Besides his parents he is survived by a sister____ and grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Grady Gipson, Sr., of Normandy, Tenn., and Mr. and Mrs. Charles Piazza of Chicago Heights. [The Star Newspaper, Chicago Heights, IL,Oct. 17, 1968, pg 8 - Submitted by Source #134]

GLASSON, Alfred beloved husband of Sally, nee Fabian; loving father of Jerry (Bobbi) and Bob (Sandy); devoted grandmother of Jeffrey, Julie, Dayna, Jamie, Eric and Corey; fond son of Jenny Glasson; dear brother of Jack (Evelyn), Charles, Nadine (Edward) Kaufman, and Lloyd. Member of J.W.V Skokie Post No. 328. Services Tuesday, 11 a.m. at Weinstein Brothers Wilmette Chapel, 111 Skokie Blvd. (1 block north of Old Orchard). Interment Shalom Memorial Park, Palatine. In lieu of flowers, family requests donations to American Cancer Society. For info., 256-5700. [dod Oct 19, 1986] [Chicago Tribune -- Submitted by Source #96]

GLASSON, Robert beloved husband of Sandra Lee, nee Stern; devoted father of Dayna (Terry) Hardin, Eric (Jennifer) Glasson and Corey (Rachel) Glasson; proud grandfather of Dylan, Tyler and Lucas; dear brother of Jerry (Bobbi) Glasson. Service Thursday 10:30 a.m.; at Chicago Jewish Funerals Chapel, 195 N. Lake Cook Road (one block north of Lake Cook Road) Buffalo Grove. Interment Shalom. Arrangements by Chicago Jewish Funerals, David Jacobson, funeral director, 847-229-8822, [Chicago Tribune [Oct 4, 2006) -- Submitted by Source #96]


GMITRO, Dr. John I., age 71, of Mt. Carroll, Illinois, formerly of Arlington Heights, Illinois, died Saturday, May 24, 2008 at University of Wisconsin Hospital, Madison, Wisconsin. Cremation rites will be accorded. A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, May 28, 2008 at the First Presbyterian Church of Arlington Heights, 302 N. Dunton Ave, Arlington Heights, Illinois 60004. Reverend John McFayden will officiate.
John was born on May 16, 1937, the son of John and Margaret (Lehet) Gmitro. John served his country in the Minnesota Air National Guard. On June 29, 1963 John married Nancy Voss in Rochester, New York. He received his Bachelor's Degree from the University of Minnesota and later attended the University of California Berkley were he received his Master¢s Degree. John furthered his education by returning to the University of Minnesota and receiving his Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering in 1969.
John was employed by Kraft Foods Incorporated for thirty years, retiring in 1999. During his career at Kraft, he served as the director of systems evaluation. John enjoyed reading, designing electric train systems, and lecturing on maritime history. John was involved in several Mount Carroll organizations including, Friends of Waukarusa, the Mount Carroll Community Development Corporation, and the People for Progress. He was also a past president of "The Friends of the Library". John was a past president of School Board District #214, and the Stone Gate Neighborhood Association in Arlington Heights. John was also active in numerous church committees and served as an Elder of the First Presbyterian Church of Arlington Heights.
John will be dearly missed his wife, Nancy of Mt. Carroll; three sons, John Gmitro of Elburn, Illinois, Todd (Sara) Gmitro of Naperville, Illinois, and Mark (Traci) Gmitro of Greenville, South Carolina; two grandchildren, Megan and Kaitlyn; and one sister, Carol (Duane) Hall of Siler City, North Carolina. John is preceded in death by his parents. [Submitted by Source #97]

GOEBBERT, Anna - Services for Anna Goebbert (Nee Busse), 94, of Arlington Heights, formerly of Elk Grove Village, will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, at the St. John Chapel of the Lutheran Home, 800 W. Oakton St., Arlington Heights. Born Dec. 3, 1903, in Elk Grove Village, she died Wednesday, June 17, 1998, in Arlington Heights. Entombment will be in Memory Gardens Cemetery. Mrs. Goebbert had been a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church in Palatine. She was the beloved wife of the late Edwin L. Goebbert; loving mother of Ellen (Allen) Shoup, Virginia (the late Donald) Wente and Betty A. (Robert) Albrecht; dear sister of Elonora (the late Edwin) Gieseke and the late Ernestine(George) Goebbert and John (Helen) Busse; devoted grandmother of eight; and great-grandmother of 16. Visitation will be from 4:30 to 8 p.m. today, at the Lutheran Home. Memorials may be made to the Lutheran Home, 800 W. Oakton St., Arlington Heights, IL 60004, or to Immanuel Lutheran Church in Palatine. Arrangements were made by G.L. Hills Funeral Home, Des Plaines. [Daily Herald (Arlington Heights, Illinois) June 19, 1998 - Submitted by Source #96]

GOEMANN, Anna B., nee Wacksmuth, beloved wife of F.W. Goemann, March 12. Funeral Sunday, 1 p.m., from late residence, 44 Evergreen-av. Burial at Forest Home. CHICAGO TRIBUNE, Sat, 14 Mar 1903. Submitted by Colleen

GOGGIN, Catherine
Former Teachers' Union Head Killed - Catherine Goggin Run Over by Chicago Auto Truck
Chicago, ILL.--Miss Catherine Goggin, Chicago school teacher, and formerly president of the Teachers' Federation, was run down and instantly killed by an automobile truck.
Miss Goggin, who was about sixty years old, was alone at the time of the accident. She was a patient at the Lincoln Park Rest Cure, and had gone for a walk. As she reached the intersection of two thoroughfares and started across the street, the truck bore down on her. She was hurled to the pavement and one of the wheels passed over her body. When the driver reached her side she was dead.
Miss Groggin for many years had been active in the teachers' federation, having been instrumental in obtaining much legislation in its behalf. The Milford Herald News, January 6, 1915, submitted by source #30

GOLDSTEIN, Deane Byron of Wood Dale Visitation for Deane Byron Goldstein, 89, will be from 9 a.m. until the time of services at 11:30 a.m. Monday, at Zion Lutheran Church, 865 S. Curch Road, Bensenville. Burial will be in Zion Lutheran Cemetery immediately following the services. He passed away peacefully on Friday, June 9, 2006. Deane was the husband of the late Dorothy (nee Winter); devoted father of Margaret (the late Mac) Chiaruttini, the late Donna (Dick) Herff, Darlene (Darryl) Mullvain, Marilyn (Michael) Ebner, Deane Jr. (Patricia), Buzz (Shirley), Linda (Jeff) Olson, Doreane (Roger) Luszczewski, Denise (Preston) Rea and David (Nancy); loving grandfather of 28, great-grandfather of 36, great-great-grandfather of three; and brother of Dan Bernard, Mary Johnson and the late Bobby. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Zion Lutheran Church, 865 S. Church Road, Bensenville, IL. Arrangements were made by Geils Funeral Home, Wood Dale, 630-766-3232. [Daily Herald, Arlington Heights, Illinois, June 11, 2006, -- Submitted by Source #96]

GOLLY, Mrs. Andrew T. --- Oak Park, Ill. Mrs Andrew T Golly, w/o A. T. Golly, maiden Ella Judd Date: 10-3-1885, 17 days after giving birth to Julia Ella. Shown; born 7-17-18?7 Durand, Winnebago co, married 10-15-1884 Rockford Julia Ella, Julia for A.T.'s mother and her sister, Ella for herself [Source #91]

GOODKIN, Sarah - [In Memoriam]. Twenty years ago today our beloved mother passed away. Gone, but not forgotten. HER BELOVED CHILDREN Chicago Tribune, April 30, 1930. Submitted by source #6

GOODRICH, Mrs. Z. (Scoon) - We hear the sad report that Mrs. Z. Goodrich of Chicago is dead. They were old citizens of Lacon. She is a daughter of Robert Scoon of LaPrairie. The bereaved family has our most sincere sympathy. [The Henry Republican, Marshall County, IL, March 3, 1881 - Submitted by Source #25]

GOODSPEED, Miss Hersalora C. - March 30, [1930] at her home, 327 Englewood-av., sister of Alice l., Stella L., and the late Cora M., Charles L., and Weston A. Goodspeed. Services and interment at Washington, Ia. Chicago Tribune, April 1, 1930. Submitted by source #6

GOOLEY -- Robert P. "Bob", age 88, of Homewood, Army veteran of WWII serving in the Pacific Theatre at Guadalcanal. (Beloved husband, loving father, dear grandfather, great grandfather, fond brother & dear uncle) Retired owner of Russell Steel Co. former Cook County Commissioner from 1986-1994, Mr. Gooley served as the Chairman of the Zone Board of Appeals for the Village of Homewood prior to becoming a Village Trustee from 1973-1977 and Village President 1978-1985. Lifetime member of Wally Burns V.F.W. Post and American Legion Post in Homewood. Funeral Monday December 19, 9 am prayers at Ryan Funeral Home 18022 Dixie Highway in Homewood to St. Joseph Church mass 9:30 am. Visitation Sunday 2 to 8 pm. Interment Assumption Cemetery in Glenwood. [The Star Newspaper, Chicago Heights, IL, Dec 18, 2005, pg A-18 - Submitted by Source #134]

GOODWILLIE-- Margaret Goodwillie, nee WALLACE,, May 17, 1918, beloved wife of John G. Goodwillie, sister of Mrs. Sadie ECKARD and Robert WALLACE. Funeral Monday, 9:30 a.m., from 5902 Rice-st., Austin, to St. Angela's church, Menard-av. and Potomac-av. Interment Mt. Carmel. For seats call
Austin 17. Chicago Tribune, May 18, 1918, submitted by source #27

GORDON-GREENBERG, Rose B. 84, of Chicago died Saturday in Evanston Hospital. Mrs. Gordon-Greenberg was a cosmetologist for 50 years. She was the owner of Elizabeth Gordon Hair Design in Hyde Park and principal of the American School of Beauty Culture in Chicago. Mrs. Gordon-Greenberg was a member of the Chicago Cosmetology Association and served as secretary for Jewish Women's International. Survivors include a daughter, Roberta Goldman; a son, William "Jerry" Gordon; a sister; five grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. A funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Monday in Rosehill Cemetery, 5800 N. Ravenswood. [dod May 16, 1998] [Chicago Tribune (May 17, 1998) -- Submitted by Source #96]

GORMAN -- James Gorman, beloved husband of Bridget Gorman, nee KEARNS, father of Marie, James Jr., Theresa, Elizabeth, and Margaret GORMAN, Mrs. Katherine KELLY, Mrs. Agnes SHANLEY, Mrs. Ellen COLEMAN. Funeral Wednesday, April 5, 9:30 a.m., from late residence, 806 S. Center-av., to Holy Family church, thence by carriages to Mount Carmel. Chicago Tribune, April 3&4, 1911, submitted by source #27

GORTSHIKOFF, Anna (Neshe)(nee Gerchikov) of 742 S. Independence boulevard, beloved wife of Leo (Lazer), loving mother of Frieda Jenkinson of Washington, D. C., Gertrude of L. A., Sylvia Stoecker, and Lillian Weinstein, four grandchildren, fond sister of Frannie Senn, Sarah Meizner, Louis, and the late Max Gerchikov. Services Tuesday, 11 a.m., at chapel, 3600 W. Roosevelt road. Interment Jewish Waldheim. Please omit flowers. [Chicago Tribune [Nov 27, 1951] -- Submitted by Source #96]

GORTSHIKOFF, Services for Leo GORTSHIKOFF, 82, of Los Angeles, will be held at 3 p.m. today in the chapel at 1300 Devon av. He died on Monday (July 8, 1963) in Los Angeles. Before moving to Los Angeles eight years ago, Mr. Gortshikoff lived at 742 S. Independence blvd. He was employed by Palestine Kosher Sausage Manufacturing company, 3838 W. Roosevelt rd., for 30 years. Survived are his widow, Bessie; four daughters, Mrs. Frieda Jenkinson, Gertrude, Mrs. Sylvia Stoecker, and Mrs. Lillian Nathan; and four grandchildren.[Chicago Tribune (July 11, 1963) -- Submitted by Source #96]

GRASSL, Simon C. - beloved husband of Delia, nee Killian, fond father of Henry, Charles Jr., George, Anna, Loretta, Evanson, Joseph, Teresa, John and the late Edward. Funeral Thursday, May 1, 10 a.m. at Clement's church. Burial St. Joseph's cemetery. Chicago Tribune, April 30, 1930. Submitted by source #6

GRAVES -- Neil S. Graves, April 3, beloved husband of Laurilla, father of William P., Mrs. W. H. WAGNER, Mrs. Lawrence PAISLELY, Mrs. Frank J. GAGE, Mrs. J. Harvey MANNY; member Blair lodge 393, A. F. and A. M.; Washington chapter, R. A. M.; and U. S. Grant post G. A. R.. Funeral Wednesday at 2 p. m. from his late residence, 207 N. Clark-av., Austin. Interment Forest Home. Chicago Tribune, April 4, 1911, submitted by source #27

GRAVES, Ruth R., April 29 [1930] beloved wife of the late Francis N. Graves, mother of Mrs. Lillian, M. Larkin of Oak Park, and Mrs. Nettie E. Harlow of Bosler, Wyo. Funeral services at late residence, 1000 Clinton-av., Oak Park. Thursday, May 1, at 7:30 p.m. Interment Beloit, Wis., Friday.

GREEN -- Catherine Green, beloved daughter of Mrs. Nellie Green, nee BURKE. Funeral at 9:30 from 305 Austin-av. to St. Columbkille's church, thence by carriages to Calvary. (Submitted by Source #6 Chicago Tribune, Feb. 19, 1909)

GREEN -- Charles Green, aged 63 years. Services this evening at his late home, 2939 W. Adams-st., 8 p.m. Interment at Grand Rapids, Mich. Chicago Tribune, April 3, 1911, submitted by source #27

GREEN, Jane A. - of Addison
Services for Jane A. Green (nee Eggers) 85, will be held at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, at Humes Funeral Home, 320 W. Lake St., Addison.
Born Aug. 25, 1913, in Chicago, she died Sunday, Aug. 8, 1999, at Elmhurst Memorial Hospital. Interment will be in Mount Emblem Cemetery, Elmhurst. A resident of Addison for more than 48 years, Mrs. Green was the co-founder and administrator of Newman-Green, Inc., of Addison.Surviving are her son, Edward (Deborah) Green Jr. of Addison; and grandchildren, Sara Jane and Edward III. Visitation will be from 4 to 9 p.m. today, at the funeral home. [Daily Herald (Arlington Heights, IL) - August 10, 1999, submitted by Source #67]

Old Charley GREENE (as he is called) the actor, died at Chicago on the 1st inst. [Daily Missouri Republican- St. Louis, Aug. 7, 1849 - submitted by Src #22]

GREENSTEIN, Sollie - [In Memoriam Notice] In sad and loving remembrance of our dear beloved son and brother, who passed away two years ago today. [poem omitted] BROKENHEARTED MOTHER, DAD, SISTERS AND BROTHERS. [Chicago Tribune, April 26, 1930. Submitted by source #6]

GREGORY, Mrs. Mary (Sivers) - Died at Chicago, July 28, at the residence of her daughter, Mrs. Frank Skinkle, Mary, aged 63 years, wife of Harrison Gregory of this city.
Death of Mrs. Harrison Gregory
It is our painful duty to chronicle this week the death of Mrs. Harrison Gregory, which took place at her daughter's Mrs. Frank Skinkle, in Chicago, on Friday morning. The deceased had been afflicted for some years with Bright's disease of the kidneys, from which no medical relief could be obtained and finally terminated fatally. Mr. Gregory was summoned Thursday afternoon, but death occurred before he reached Chicago. The remains were encased in a rosewood casket, and arrived at Henry Saturday morning, and the funeral held in the Christian church at 3 p.m. Rev. B. Edmiston, who conducted the services, preached an effective and consoling sermon.
Mrs. Gregory was born at Hagerstown, Md., Oct. 28, 1812, and herself and brother, William Sivers, who has lived in Mr. Gregory's family 1832, were the only children of that family. Her father dying, the mother afterwards married a Mr. Burns, who moved with the family in Ashtabula county, Ohio, where Mr. Gregory made the acquaintance of Miss Mary Sivers, and married her in August 1834. In 1843 they moved into Peoria county, where they resided until settling permanently in Henry and vicinity from 1852. Ten children were born to Mr. Gregory, three boys of which have preceded their mother to the other life, the others growing to manhood and womanhood, and becoming useful and honored members of the community, exemplifying the lifework and teachings of their most excellent mother and father.
Mrs. Gregory was very highly esteemed and her life was marked by those traits of womanly character, that is seen in the patient wife, the untiring mother, and the wholesome rearing of a large family. She was foremost in sickness, and her kindly hand and assistance was always open to the needy. No needy one went empty away from her door. She always made her home pleasant, and those best acquainted became warmly attached to her.
She has lived to see most of her children marry and settle about her, and it was her pride that she had reared so many worthy members of society. Her life work had been useful and when the summons came, at a fair old age, she was ready for the summons. A very large funeral attested the respect for the honored dead. So we all must die, let it be with as good a life record. [The Henry Republican, Marshall County, IL, August 3, 1876 - Submitted by Source #25]

GRIMSTEAD, Alice, 5; 65 39th-st., April 20. [CHICAGO TRIBUNE, April 23, 1902 Submitted by source #6]

GROFF, Edward Leach April 4 aged 68years. Funeral services will be held in chapel 810 S Clark St. Friday at 10:30A.M. Interment, Oakwoods Cemetery private. [Chicago Tribune, 4/6/1916 - Submitted by Src #132]

GROLLMAN, Simon - beloved father of Mrs. I. Sachs and Israel Grollman. Funeral at the convenience of the family. [Chicago Tribune, April 16, 1930. Submitted by source #6]

GROSS-- Emma A. Gross, May 17, 1918, age 71. Private funeral service at the residence of her daughter, Mrs. Charles BUECHEL, 3433 Lexington-st., Saturday, 2 p.m. Chicago Tribune, May 18, 1918, submitted by source #27

GROTH, Fred N. Groth, at Denver, Colo., husband of the late Josephine, nee Pethis. Funeral Tuesday at 12:30 o'clock from 165 Liberty-st., to Waldheim Cemetery. Chicago Tribune, Tuesday, 24 Sept 1907. Submitted by Colleen

GRUNTWAGE, Esther age 91, beloved daughter of the late Paul and Lillian Gruntwage; loving sister of the late Ruth; dear cousin of many. She served as a Sergeant during WWII. Affiliated with JWV Post #192. Graveside service Thursday 11 a.m. at Westlawn Cemetery, 7801 W. Montrose Ave., Chicago, IL. For info, The Weinstein Family Services Wilmette Chapel, 847-256-5700. [dod Sept. 20, 2004] [Chicago Tribune (Sept 22, 2004, pg. 9) -- Submitted by Source #96]

GRUNTWAGE, Ruth age 92. Beloved daughter of the late Paul and Lillian Gruntwage; loving sister and best friend of Esther Gruntwage; dear cousin of many. Graveside service Tuesday 1 p.m. at Westlawn Cemetery, 7801 W. Montrose Ave., Chicago, IL. For info, The Weinstein Family Services Wilmette Chapel, 847-7500. [dod Nov 2, 2003][Chicago Tribune (Nov 4, 2003, page 6) -- Submitted by Source #96]

GUFFIN, James T. - husband of the late Lulu B. Guffin, April 25 [1930] Funeral services at chapel, 720 Lake-st., Oak Park, Monday, at 2:30 p.m. burial at forest Home cemetery. [Chicago Tribune, April 27, 1930. Submitted by source #6]

GUFFIN, Lula Belle - April 5 1928 beloved wife of James T. Guffin fond sister of Iredella L. Luther. Funeral services Saturday at 2 P M from chapel 1820 S. Michigan Ave. Interment Forest Home. Chicago Trib, p28, April 6 1928 - Submitted by Src #132

GUNTY, Ethyl - A Requiem Mass will be said at 10 a.m. Thursday in St. Bernadette's church at 93rd and Francisco, Evergreen Park, for Mrs. Ethyl Gunty, 70, of 9303 South Richmond avenue, Evergreen Park, who died Monday in Little Company of Mary hospital, Evergreen Park. Mrs. Gunty's son is Thomas Schuetzow of Homewood. Interment will be in Homewood Memorial Gardens. Born February 4, 1898, in Tompkinsville, Ky., Mrs. Gunty, the former Mrs. Joseph Schuetzow, was a resident of the Chicago south area for 60 years. In addition to her son, Thomas, Mrs. Gunty leaves another son, Joseph Schuetzow of North Orlando, Fla.; a daughter, Mrs. Ivalo Senese of Evergreen Park, four stepsons, three stepdaughters, 59 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. [The Star Newspaper, Chicago Heights, IL,Oct. 17, 1968, pg 8 - Submitted by Source #134]

GUSTAFSON, Hedwig, 41; 30 Gault-ct., April 19. [CHICAGO TRIBUNE, April 23, 1902 Submitted by source #6]

GUSTAFSON, Richard -- beloved husband of the late Carol Gustafson (Devoted father, Cherished Grandfather, Loving Great Grandfather & Uncle) Memorial visitation Friday 4-9 p.m. at Hallinan Funeral Home 2601 Vermont St., Blue Island. Interment private. Member of American Legion Rehfeld-Meyer Post #474 and Blue Island Eagles. In lieu of flowers donations to your favorite charity. [The Star Newspaper, Chicago Heights, IL, Oct 28, 2004, pg A-22 - Submitted by Source #134]

GUY-- Katherine (nee Hogan), at her residence, 2??? Indiana-av., beloved wife of Frank Guy, daughter of Mrs. Hogan, sister of Mary and Julia. Funeral Saturday from late residence, 9:30, to St. (unreadable; looks like could be James) church, thence to 31st-st. Rock Island depot by special car to Calvary. [Chicago Tribune, Dec. 25, 1903, submitted by source #27]

GUYER, Kathryn M [Brennan] - Mass for Mrs. Kathryn M. a retired Chicago school teacher will be said at 9:30 a.m. tomorrow in St. Lucy's Catholic church, Lake street and Mason av. Mrs. Guyer, who lived at 127 Lombard av., Lombard, died Wednesday [ October 28, 1964] in Elmhurst hospital. Surviving are two grandchildren; a brother; and two sisters.
Kathryn M. Guyer, beloved mother of the late Francis; grandmother of Karen and Francis Guyer; fond sister of James E. Brennan, Estelle McDonald, and Rose Hussey. Funeral Satirday, Oct. 31, at 9 a.m., from Ahern Funeral Home, 1110 Madison street, Oak Park, to St. Lucy church, for requiem mass at 9:30 a.m. Interment Mount Carmel cemetery, EU 3-5700 or KE 3-2394. [ Chicago Tribune - Submitted by Source #96]

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