Olga Elizabeth Grasser, 91, a lifelong resident of Woodstock, died Wednesday, Feb. 17, 2016, at her home. She was born Feb. 8, 1925, to Arvid L. and Matilda (Lienow) Nelson in Woodstock.  On Dec. 8, 1945, she married Francis “Fritz” Grasser in Woodstock.  She was a member of Grace Lutheran Church, Woodstock. For many years she worked as a dental assistant and receptionist at Dr. Duddleston’s Woodstock office. She loved to garden, especially growing roses. Survivors include a son, James Grasser; a daughter, Susan E. Gall; five grandchildren, Cynthia, Michael and Christopher Gall, Jamie (Jeffrey) Fox and Andrew Grasser. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband Oct. 10, 2010; and an infant son, Gary John. The visitation

Betty M. Anderson, 90, Woodstock, died Sunday, Feb. 7, 2016, at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born March 23, 1925, to George and Elizabeth (Norton) Meyer Sr. in Woodstock. On Sept. 1, 1951, she married Raymond C. Anderson in Woodstock. He died May 9, 1982. She graduated from Woodstock Community High School. She was a member of Grace Lutheran Church, Woodstock. After her husband’s passing, she visited and traveled with her children. She also babysat for a number of children, many of whom still visited her and sent her birthday cards, Christmas cards and gifts. Survivors include three children, Ginny (Gary) Hansen, Sandy (Kevin) Sheahan and Todd (Indira) Anderson; a son-in-law, Ed Wettig; seven grandchildren, Christopher

Edna L. Torgeson, 87, Woodstock, died peacefully Jan. 28, 2016, at her daughter’s home – the same home she and her husband built in 1963 – surrounded by her family. She was born Jan. 5, 1929, to Gleason and Pearl (Darr) Thompson in Coral.  On July 14, 1949, she married Don G. Torgeson. They celebrated 38 years of marriage before Don died in 1987.  She had a passion for baking, sewing, puzzles, watching tennis and cheering for the Cubs. Survivors include six children, Peggy (Dennis) Gaul, Gerry (Susie) Torgeson, Doug Torgeson, Pam (Roy) Stackhouse, Sue (Tim) Brady and Lori (Frank) Sullivan-Ehredt; 16 grandchildren, Kati (Mike) Meli, Erik (Sam) Torgeson, Kelsy (Tory) Hutchison, Wade Torgeson, Abbie (Justin) Massa, Lindsay Torgeson, Ryan Torgeson,

Annette Crossman Bechaud, 57, Marengo, died Tuesday, Jan. 26, 2016, at Centegra Hospital-Woodstock.  She was born Aug. 16, 1958, to Lester W. and Genevieve (Enid) Crossman in Harvard.  On Oct. 6, 2007, she married Jack P. Bechaud in Woodstock. She was a 1976 graduate of Woodstock High School. She worked for State Farm Insurance for many years, most recently for Mark Krueger, Lake in the Hills. She was very creative and enjoyed doing arts and crafts. She was a great cook and loved to read. She loved being an aunt, and she loved life. Survivors include her husband; her mother, Genevieve (Enid) Crossman Reichardt; two sisters Corinne Holly Steffen and Brenda (Philip) Stack; six nieces and nephews, Jamie Michele Steffen,

Paul Kleven, 86, West Frankfort, formerly of Hebron, died Friday, Jan. 22, 2016, at his home. He was born June 4, 1929, to George and Esther (Konksgaard) Kleven in Chicago.  On Aug. 31, 1957, he married Edith Hunt. He worked for TC Industries for more than 42 years. He served as a Cub Scout leader for seven years and was a Webelos leader for five years. He enjoyed camping, was a history buff and an avid Cubs and Bears fan. He loved old cars and trains and he enjoyed many trips to the Volo Auto Museum.  He supported many charities throughout his life, donating blood at least twice a year. He always went out of his way to help someone