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George Paul Jones died peacefully at St. Alexius Medical Center the 20th of March 2020 in Hoffman Estates, IL at the age of 82. George is survived by his children, Mary Phyllis Balsitis and Peggy Gillespie. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Andrew Jones, Joseph Balsitis, James Deacon, Sean Balsitis, Steven Gillespie, Sarah Gillespie, Aiden Gillespie and Kellee Gillespie. He is preceded in death by his sisters, Margaret Hoste and Stella Leveque. George was born on November 23,1937 in Sycamore, IL to Alvin Jones and Clara Daniels Jones. He graduated from Ramsey High School. He married Patricia Audrey Jones, his childhood sweetheart in 1958. After moving to Kenneyville, IL, George began working as an electrician for the railroad, he was a volunteer fireman for Keeneyville and a machinist for Spraying Systems. His children remember him as a loving, caring father who thought them to be generous and unconditional toward others. George was drafted by the army in January of 1961 and he was officially enlisted on April 30, 1962. He was stationed in France as a railroad electrician and an ambulance driver. He was a dedicated, charming and witty individual who loved animals and who was passionate about training horses. He was an active and dedicated member of St.Isidore Parish, as well as an active member of The Knights of Columbus. A wake is scheduled for April 4, 2020 between 3 pm - 9 pm at Grove Memorial Chapel. All are welcome to pay their respects but due to the current health crisis, guests are asked not to remain in the building to allow other visitors to attend. A Chapel service with Military Honors will be held at 7 p.m. for immediate family. The family would like to thank Monica Tsiodras and Lisa Taggart for their dedicated support and love for George and Patricia, as well as everyone who shared their life experiences with them.

Joan Agnes O’Shea (Nee Sackley) passed away March 21, 2020. The loving wife of the late William J. (Bill) O’Shea for 39 years, she leaves behind her children, Kelly (Gary) Carney and Kevin (Lori Jensen) O’Shea, as well as her beloved grandchildren, Kevin (Carter), Mitchell and Molly Carney and Kyle and Kathleen O’Shea. Preceded in death by her parents, Rigney and Alma (Nee Picard) Sackley, and her brothers and sisters, Rigney, Almarie (Mathews), Elizabeth (Lock) and William. Fond Aunt to an array of nieces and nephews, she also leaves behind her very dear friend, Jim Mooney. A woman of faith, she gave back to her community and the planet she so loved. She began recycling materials back in the 1960’s and made monthly trips to the newly formed recycling center. In her later years she would collect recyclables in the trunk of her car and bring them to be recycled because her retirement community did not have a program. She was a Girl Scout leader in Chicago for many years, driving back to the old neighborhood for meetings even after moving to the suburbs, and volunteered at the hospital re-sale shop to help provide for those in need. In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (https://www.spca.org/), the World Wildlife Fund (https://www.worldwildlife.org/), or the Environmental Defense Fund (https://www.edf.org/). Funeral services will be private.

Annmarie O’Kelly (nee Nootens), 68, passed away March 6, 2020 at Alexian Brother’s Hospice Residence. She was a 24 year resident of Hoffman Estates and a retired 25 year court clerk for Cook County Circuit Court at Rolling Meadows. Annmarie was the loving mother of Sean T. (Belinda), Mark T. (Rachel), and Brian K. (Mansi) O’Kelly, and the cherished grandma of Mark Jr., Heather, Rhiannon, Asha, and Arav. She was also the fond sister of Michael (Audrey), John (Mary), and Mark (Natalie) Nootens. She is preceded in death by her dear parents, George and Rose Nootens. Because of the current public health concerns and the CDC's recommendation to avoid public gatherings, Annmarie's visitation and service have been postponed to later date. Memorial contributions to WoundedWarriorProject.org or AMVets.org would be appreciated.

The memorial gathering for Rosaria Vienna that was scheduled to be held on Friday, March 27th, will be rescheduled to later date, not yet determined.

A visitation for Marilyn S. Selpien will be held Friday, March 13th, from 10:30 a.m. until closing prayers at 12 P.m. at the funeral home. Interment will follow at Fox Lake Cemetery, 24306 W. Old Monaville Road, Lake Villa.

Mary Jane Koska, 92, a 60 year resident of Elk Grove Village passed away March 9, 2020 at Alexian Brothers Hospice Residence. Mary Jane was the beloved wife of the late Leonard (2012); loving mother of Chris (Barbara) Koska, Mary Therese (Jim) Keane, Elizabeth (Rich) Boyer; dear grandmother of 6 and great grandmother of 2. She also leaves many loving cousins, friends, and caregivers. Visitation Saturday, March 14, from 9 a.m. until Mass time at 10 a.m. at Queen of the Rosary Church, 750 W. Elk Grove Blvd., Elk Grove Village. Interment at Queen of Heaven Cemetery.

Robert D. Archer, 87, a 46 year resident of Elk Grove Village passed away on Friday, March 6, 2020 at Alexian Brother Hospice Residence. Robert was an Army veteran, member of Sheila Ray Adult Center, former employee of AGI Inc. of Melrose Park, and a graduate of IL. Benedictine University. He was the beloved husband of Mary (nee Mucia) for 61 years; loving father of Pamela J. (Jon) Wagener, and Christy L. (John) Lenhardt; dear brother of Rose Mooney, Mildred Quellette, and Helen Archer; cherished grandfather of Jamie (Jesse) Vader, Jodie, Jonna, Joseph, and Ryan; and great-grandfather of Jackson and Jerrica. A visitation will be held on Sunday, March 8, from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Grove Memorial Chapel, 1199 S. Arlington Heights Road, Elk Grove Village with Chapel prayers on Monday, at 9:30 a.m. proceeding to Queen of the Rosary Church for 10 a.m. Mass. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Sheila Ray are appreciated. For more info, 847-640-0566 or grovememorialchapel.com

Irene E. Coons (nee Agonath), 88, passed away March 6, 2020. Her beloved husband, Laurence R. Coons, 87, passed away a few days later on March 11, 2020. They were Elk Grove Village residents for 15 years and former 50 year residents of La Grange Park. They were inseparable in marriage for 66 years, and now they are both together again. Irene and Laurence were the loving parents of Janet S. Coons, Barbara J. Mozo, and Lary W. (Lisa) Coons; dear grandparents of Aubree, Jessie, Sarah, Larry, Cassidy, and Rachel, and cherished great grandparents of 11. A visitation will be held Wednesday, March 11th, from 3 to 8 p.m. at Grove Memorial Chapel, 1199 S. Arlington Heights Road, Elk Grove Village. Chapel service, Thursday, March 12th at 10 a.m. They will both be interred at Queen of Heaven Cemetery in Hillside immediately following the service.

Maria P. Leone, 55, long-time resident of Elk Grove Village, IL, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, February 28, 2020 at Alexian Brothers Medical Center. She was born on September 10, 1964 in Chicago, IL, the daughter of Vincent and Patricia Leone. Maria was a loving and compassionate person with a beautiful smile, a dedicated caregiver to family members and was strongly devoted to her Catholic faith. She graduated from Elk Grove High School in 1982 and received her Associate’s Degree from Harper College. Her administrative career included various positions held at Edwards Engineering, American Academy of Dermatology and WINGS Transitional & Housing Program. She is survived by her loving family ~ father, Vincent D. Leone; brother, Vincent (Pamela) Leone; niece, Anna and nephews, Vincent and Joseph Leone. She will be especially missed by her inseparable childhood best friends, Cindy Summers and Celeste Dolcimascolo (of Elk Grove Village), who loved her unconditionally and were by her side always. She is preceded in death by her cherished mother, Patricia, and now reunited in God’s loving arms. We will always celebrate Maria with affectionate and fond memories ~ she will be deeply missed by all who knew her and loved her. Memorial visitation for family and friends will be held on Friday, March 13, 2020, from 9:00 a.m. until Noon at Grove Memorial Chapel, 1199 S. Arlington Heights Road, Elk Grove Village, IL. Memorial Mass to follow at 12:30 p.m. at St. Julian Eymard Catholic Church, 601 Biesterfield Road, Elk Grove Village, IL. Interment of Ashes will be private at Queen of Heaven Cemetery & Mausoleums, Hillside, IL. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital at www.stjude.org in remembrance of Maria.

Judith M. Glomski (nee Land), 76, of Elk Grove Village for 51 years peacefully passed away at home on March 3, 2020. She was a loving homemaker, a 7 year volunteer at PADS. Judith was the beloved wife of Charles E. for 55 years; loving mother of Christopher C. (Jennifer Rupert), Daniel J. (the late Barbara A.), Julie A. (Jerome) Stanislawski, Kerry M. (Eric) Tholl, Michael P., and the late Kevin M. Glomski; dear sister of Kathryn M. Spencer, the late Gerard E. (Margie) Land, and the late Michael T. Land. She also leaves many loving nieces, nephews and friends. A visitation will be held Friday, March 6, from 3 to 9 p.m. at Grove Memorial Chapel, 1199 S. Arlington Heights Road, Elk Grove Village. Chapel prayers Saturday, 9:30 a.m., proceeding to Queen of the Rosary Church for 10 a.m. Mass. Interment at St. Michael Cemetery, Palatine. Memorial contributions to the National Stroke Assc. or Clearbrook Center. For more info, 847-640-0566 or grovememorialchapel.com