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12/22/2023

I received an email from Legacy.com for WHS, that faculty member John R. Liljeberg passed away at the age on 91 on 12/17/2023. His obituary from Legacy.com follows:

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1520 N. Arlington Heights Rd.
Arlington Heights, Illinois
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11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
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John Liljeberg Obituary
Obituary published on Legacy.com by Glueckert Funeral Home Ltd. on Dec. 21, 2023.

John Liljeberg
Of Arlington Heights
John Robert Liljeberg, more commonly known as Jack, born on January 12, 1932, was the son of the late Hjalmer and Mary Liljeberg. He was the younger brother of the late Howard Liljeberg and Lois Liljeberg and twin brother of Richard Liljeberg. He was married to his loving wife, the late Mary Ann Liljeberg, for 67 years.

He is survived by his four children: Pamela (Richard) Kobler, Susan (Paul) Thoms, Jeffrey (Ellen) Liljeberg and Julie Liljeberg; his grandchildren Jim (Tara) Bachelder, Jacob Kobler, Kelsey (Sam) Rabuck and Lucas Kobler, Rachel and Melanie Thoms and Jack and Kelly Liljeberg; as well as his loving extended family members.

Jack earned his Bachelors and Masters degrees at Western Illinois University in Macomb, Illinois. In Macomb, he taught Social Sciences and Physical Education, met and married Mary Ann Kiesig and had three children; Pamela, Susan and son Jeffrey. After accepting a teaching position at Wheeling High School, he and his family moved to Arlington Heights, Illinois and then had another daughter, Julie.

After settling in Arlington Heights, Jack's main focus was providing for his family. He taught U.S. History and Physical Education and became the Varsity head football coach. Both he and Mary Ann were also heavily involved in all their children's activities. They loved to travel and were able to take their kids to all the places they dreamed of going like Disney World and Disneyland, cross country trips to California and various beach vacations. To be able to afford these vacations, Jack took on several additional jobs such as coaching football, wrestling and golf as well as Drivers Education.

As a result of their hard work ethic, Jack and Mary Ann were able to retire at the age of 55. During their retirement years, they spent time traveling to Arizona every spring, tailgating at University of Illinois football games with friends, and following their youngest daughter to her various softball tournaments throughout the United States. Jack loved all things sports, especially golf, which he would play whenever he got the chance. If he wasn't participating in sports, he was coaching or watching them. Gardening was also a passion of his and he spent many hours taking care of the yard and planting flowers and vegetables.

Jack was a family man. When his kids grew up and had their own children, he would always be in attendance at his grandchildren's birthday parties, dance recitals, musical performances, plays, and many sporting events.

After living a long life filled with love and laughter, Jack passed away at the age of 91 on December 17th, 2023. Visitation is Wednesday, December 27, 2023 at Glueckert Funeral Home Ltd, 1520 N. Arlington Hts. Rd, Arlington Hts. from 11:00 AM until 1:00 PM. Service will follow from 1:00 PM to 1:30 PM. Interment immediately follows at St John's UCC Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to PAWS Chicago or Paralyzed Veterans of America. See links below for more information.

Funeral Information and condolences can be given at www.GlueckertFuneralHome.com or (847) 253-0168.

If you would like to send condolences to Mr. Liljeberg's family that they will see please go to his obituary on Legacy.com and sign the Guest Book:
https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/name/john-liljeberg-obituary?id=53898898

Rest in Peace coach Liljeberg.

12/19/2023

I was informed today that Patrick Martin Bost '70, passed away yesterday, December 18, 2023. Pat had been diagnosed with stage 4 cancer a while back. According to Pat's wishes relayed from Pat's wife, Pat requested no services and he will be cremated and placed in a large urn that will allow their combined ashes to be together.

Pat did not have a Facebook page. Pat has a younger sister, Mary Bost Schuster '74. The only information I have for Mary is that she may live in Rockford, IL.

Rest in Peace Pat.

04/20/2023

It is with regret I report that Sandie Christensen, passed away, yesterday, 04/20/2023. Sandie had 3 other sisters who also graduated from WHS. Bonnie '69, Susan '71, and Lynn '73. Susan passed away 07/05/2022

This note was posted by Sandie's daughter Tracy Cronin on Tracy's Facebook page:

"We are sad to say our mother Sandie has gained her wings. Mom passed away peacefully on April 20th at Journeycare in Barrington. She was a wonderful woman and was always there when we needed her. Mom is very loved and will be terribly missed by many.
Mom was a true fighter and fought as hard as she could. She was surrounded by her family. We all talked to her and told stories of our past. We know she heard us; we know she was sitting right there remembering as we were sharing and talking through the tears and the laughter.
Like the time we went and saw Wicked, took trips to Lake Geneva, saw many plays. So many memories.
Mom has been fighting multiple health issues, we had many talks and discussions. We left nothing unsaid. She loved us and she knew how much we loved her.
It is our mothers wishes to not have a funeral or services. Michelle and I will honor our mother and follow the plan she gave us.
We know mom is now at peace and with dad, Kelly and all her loved ones.
Fly high momma! We love and miss you so very much. Until we meet again.
In memory of mom donations may be sent to:
JourneyCare Barrington
405 Lake Zurich Road
Barrington, IL 60010"

Rest in Peace Sandie.

02/10/2023

I'm saddened to report that Linda T. Nikolich (Kutt-Grady) passed away on 02/10/2023. Linda had several siblings that graduated from WHS. Steve '69, Yvonne '73, and Michael '75. She had two younger siblings, Eric and Tom that graduated from BGHS. The following is Linda's obituary courtesy of the Daily Herald and Legacy.com:

LINDA KUTT-GRADY OBITUARY

Linda Kutt-Grady (70) of Oakwood Hills, Illinois, passed away on February 10, 2023, after a courageous, seven-month battle with glioblastoma. She is survived by her loving husband and best friend, Dennis Grady, his son Scott Grady (wife Katie and daughters Alana and Sierra), and daughter Jillian Grady; siblings Steve (wife Marcia and their children, Danica, Chasen along with his wife Tessa, and daughters Brielle, Aurora and Maple), Yvonne Beckway (husband John), Michael, and Peter; former spouse Thomas Kutt, as well as beloved nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends. She was born July 11, 1952, in Fond Du Lac, Wisconsin, to Jack (1923-2017) and Gloria (1928-2003) (Meineke) Nikolich and lived a short time in Chicago before the family moved to Wheeling, Illinois. The family is hosting a private celebration to honor Linda's life. In lieu of flowers, you are encouraged to make a donation in Linda Kutt-Grady's honor to one of these charities. https://tinyurl.com/Journey-Care-Linda-Kutt-Grady https://tinyurl.com/St-Judes-Linda-Kutt-Grady

https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/dailyherald/name/linda-kutt-grady-obituary?n=linda-kutt-grady&pid=203962516

Rest in Peace, Linda.

01/01/2023

Happy New Year 2020. There are still 96 members of the class of 1970 missing.