We are saddened by the passing of Gwen McKee, who passed away on October 26, 2014. Memorials may be made to the New England Congregational Church Designated Endowment Fund Music Account. Mrs. McKee was born in Chicago, Illinois. She was a 1958 graduate of Beloit College and was employed for two years at IBM… Read more…
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In Memorium: Marjory Greene
Marjory Greene, a longtime supporter of the Community Foundation, passed away on September 23, 2014. Mrs. Greene was born and raised in Chicago. She was a graduate of the University of Chicago and was active in community and school-related organizations. Mrs. Greene was a longtime member of New England Congregational Church Learn More… Read more…
In Memorium: Donna Williams
We are saddened by the passing of Donna Williams, who passed away on June 17, 2014. She was a member of the Community Foundation Board of Directors from 2011 to 2014. She was a dedicated member of the Community Foundation Distribution Committee, overseeing the awarding of grants to local non-profit organizations. Read More… Read more…
In Tribute: Juvenile Protective Association
The Juvenile Protective Association recently celebrated the 100th anniversary of its founding. http://youtu.be/uTMiUaa0Y7w View All Videos… Read more…
In Tribute: John Jaros
John Jaros is honored through a fund created in his name to benefit the Aurora Historical Society. Read More… Read more…
In Memorium: Dorothy Voirin
Dorothy Voirin (nee Jakious), 92, of Aurora went home to be with the Lord on December 12, 2013. She was born in Aurora, IL December 4, 1921 to Valentine and Josephine Jakious. Beloved wife of the late Arthur W. Voirin; dear mother of 9 sons and 4 daughters, Albert (Beverly), the late Arthur (Donna), JoAnne… Read more…
In Tribute: Virgil Gilman
Virgil Gilman was the first administrator of the Fox Valley Park District. http://youtu.be/yPKe_e4e_pQ View All Videos… Read more…
In Memorium: Kenneth F. Lindgren
We are very sad to announce the passing of Kenneth F. Lindgren, a long-time supporter of the Community Foundation. Mr. Lindgren passed away on Saturday, December 12, 2009 after succumbing to a courageous battle with cancer. Ken Lindgren (1940-2009) was born in Indianapolis, Indiana, and spent his early years in Glenview, Illinois. His family moved… Read more…
In Memorium: G. William Richards
G. William Richards, a prominent Aurora attorney and friend of the Community Foundation, passed away on November 23, 2009. G. William Richards (1933-2009) was born in Chicago, Illinois. He received his undergraduate and law degrees from the University of Illinois. He was admitted to practice in Illinois in 1957. Mr. Richards was a magistrate for the City… Read more…
In Tribute: Don and Shirley Hartlaub
The Don and Shirley Hartlaub Memorial Endowment Fund was created by the children of Donald G. and Shirley W. Hartlaub to honor the lives of their parents. Read More… Read more…
