Arthur B. Schlenkert, 93, Woodstock, formerly of Crystal Lake and Harvard, died Thursday, June 13, 2013. He was born Jan. 18, 1920, in New York to Anthony and Alice Schlenkert. He was raised in Chicago and served a few years in the Navy during World War II, stationed in Hawaii. Following his service in the Navy, he worked for Sargent & Lundy Engineers for 33 years. After his retirement, he was the park manager of Oak Brook Estates for 14 years. Survivors include his loving wife of 72 years, Harriett (Deehring) Schlenkert; two children, Linda (Rocco) Rubolino and William (Mary) Schlenkert; six grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild. He was preceded in death by his parents. Visitation was June 17

Charles A. “Ashley” Wilson, 98, Rockford, formerly of Woodstock, died Monday, June 10, 2013, at home. He was born Aug.11, 1914, in Newell, Iowa, to Edmond and Emma (McConnell) Wilson. He grew up and was raised on several farms in the Newell area. He graduated from Iowa State University in 1939 and later received a master’s degree in dairy science  from the University of Illinois – Urbana. He served in the U.S. Army prior to and during World War II. On March 23, 1943, he married Isabelle Thomson in Ottawa. He worked for the Borden Dairy Co. in Chicago for many years and lived in Franklin Park with his family until they moved to Woodstock in 1965. After the Woodstock

Eulalia “Euke” June O’Brien, 86, Harvard, formerly of Woodstock, died Wednesday, June 5, 2013, at home. She was born Aug. 2, 1927, to Fred and Edna (Smith) Noble. She attended Woodstock Community High School and graduated in 1946. She married Edward O’Brien in August of 1950 and worked for many years at Precision Twist in Crystal Lake. Survivors include a brother, Frederick (Rae) Noble, Woodstock; a sister-in-law, Evelyn Noble Pratt, Harvard; nieces and nephews, Tom Noble, Lorrie Noble Simons, Mark Noble and Erin Noble Joosten; and several great-nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband and a brother, Oswald. Private funeral services were held June 7 at McHenry County Memorial Park, Woodstock.

Elizabeth J. Rogman, 95, Centennial, Colo., formerly of Woodstock, died Sunday, June 9, 2013, at Christian Living Center and Johnson Center Nursing Home in Centennial.  She was born May 29, 1918, in Chicago to Henry and Harriet (Hansen) Roscher.  On Aug. 16, 1941, she married Gordon H. Rogman in Harvard.  She was a founding member of Redeemer Lutheran Church in Woodstock and was an active member of the Ladies Auxiliary at the American Legion. She loved bowling and was a member of at least four different bowling leagues. She was a volunteer at Woodstock Food Pantry for many years and worked as a bookkeeper at Thompson’s Appliance in Woodstock. She and her husband also owned and operated the Rogman’s South

Kevin E. Gregory, 40, Woodstock, died Friday June 7, 2013, at his home.  He was born Dec. 23, 1972, in Harvard to Kenneth and Mary (Hauri) Gregory.  He was a 1991graduate of Woodstock High School.  He loved farm life and was active in 4-H for many years; he visited all the area county fairs and showed his dairy cattle, including his big Brown Swiss. He was employed at Dean Foods and with the city of Woodstock. He most recently worked as the assistant dairy herdsman for Buck A Dell Farms and also owned and operated Hogg Farms. He was mechanically inclined and enjoyed working on all types of farm equipment. He shared his huge heart with all who knew him.

Kurt A. Myers, 54, Woodstock, died Sunday, May 26, 2013, at home, surrounded by his loving family. He was born March 1, 1959, in Woodstock to Jack and Karen (McNeese) Myers.   On Aug. 22, 1987, he married Vicki Schmidtman in Woodstock. He was a quality control technician and worked for Union Special for more than 32 years.   He was a Chicago sports fan and especially liked to watch Chicago Cubs games.  He enjoyed fishing, golfing  and traveling.  His family’s lake house in Wisconsin was one of his favorite places to visit.   He  also liked to coach children in Little League as well as softball, and watching his son bowl also was  something he cherished. Survivors include his

Norma Helen Johnson, 94, Woodstock, died Wednesday, May 29, 2013, at Centegra Hospital – McHenry.  She was born May 30, 1918, in Woodstock to Leon and Marguerite (Schmelzer) Schryver.   She was married to Kenneth Raymond Johnson. She was a member of Grace Lutheran Church, Woodstock, and worked at the Woodstock Auto-Lite Factory during World War II.  She was a family-oriented person, and her home was open to relatives and friends. She enjoyed gardening and doing crossword puzzles in her spare time. Survivors include a son, Robert Lee Johnson; two grandsons, Corey Johnson and Michael “Mick” Johnson; and a nephew, Alan (Ann) Fink. She was preceded in death by her husband; her parents; and a sister, Thelma Fink. Visitation was

Arline A. McNett, 91, Woodstock, died Thursday, May 30, 2013, at her home. She was born May 27, 1922, in Huntley, to Chris W. and Alice (Benson) Klabunde. She married Edward L. McNett Nov. 12, 1946, in Woodstock. She was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church in Woodstock for more than 50 years. She was a dedicated member of the Altar and Rosary Society at the church for more than 15 years.  She was an active member of the Woodstock VFW Auxiliary; and a volunteer with the McHenry County Historical Society. Survivors include a son, Michael (Judith) McNett; a grandson, Andrew McNett; a sister, Betty Ann Sweetland; three half-brothers, Albert H. (Kathy) Klabunde, Chris R. (Peggy) Klabunde and James

Dolores E. Martinez, 85, Crystal Lake, died Thursday, May 9, 2013, surrounded by her loving family.    On Aug. 10,1946, she married Leonard Martinez in Chicago.  She moved to Algonquin with her family in 1957. She and her family started Leonard and Sons Building Services in 1966. She retired in Florida in 1988 and moved to Crystal Lake in 2012. Survivors include two daughters, Nancy Walden and Lorrie Kemble (longtime partner Warren Haake); two sons, Len (Mary Ann), Woodstock, and Rich (Pam);  11 grandchildren, Carrie (Gene) Jenke, Michele (Arland) Wingate, Kris (Phil) Farrell, Joe (Trisha) Martinez, Beth Martinez, David (Tammy Cole) Kemble, Ryan Kemble, Amanda Martinez, Melinda Martinez, Seth (Michelle) Martinez  and Caleb (Jaime) Martinez; 17 great-grandchildren, Jenna and Kiera

Bryan G. Barry, 41, Harvard, died Monday, May 27, 2013, in Walworth, Wis.  He was born Oct. 26, 1971, in Woodstock to Walter and Doris (Nells) Barry.  He worked at Jim Olson Collision Center in Woodstock and loved the outdoors. He will be missed by many who loved him.  Survivors include his wife, Ruby; his parents; a son, Tayler; two sisters, Robin (Rich) Knapik and Lynette (Tim) Ashmore; maternal grandmother, Marilyn Nell; a niece, Brittany Knapik; a nephew, Michael (Kelly) Knapik; and a great-nephew Konner Knapik.  Visitation was May 30 and 31 at Schneider-Leucht-Merwin & Cooney Funeral Home, Woodstock. The funeral was May 31. Burial was at McHenry County Memorial Park.