Robert Jeffery “Jeff” Rogerson of North Aurora passed away on Sunday, March 1, 2009. Mr. Rogerson was born December 30, 1926 in Oswego and was a graduate of Oswego High School. After serving in the United States Marine Corps, he began a thirty-six year career with the Illinois Bell Telephone Company. His family requested… Read more…
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In Memorium: Janette Karnoscak
Janette Karnoscak (1951-2009), beloved associate of West Aurora School District 129, is remembered through a scholarship fund created in her name. Janette Karnoscak was born in Chicago, Illinois. She was a graduate of Reavis High School in Burbank, Illinois and Moraine Valley Community College in Palos Heights, Illinois. Mrs. Karnoscak received a degree in… Read more…
In Memorium: Thomas and Mary Jo Gray Angott
The Tom and Mary Jo’s Bowl of Soup Advisory Fund was created by David and Midge Schafer as a memorial to their parents, Thomas and Mary Jo Gray Angott. … Read more…
In Memorium: Richard J. Dorsey
Richard J. Dorsey, former principal and basketball coach, has been honored with a charitable fund that serves the educational needs and sports activities at West Aurora High School. Richard Dorsey (1922-2008) passed away on November 11, 2008 following a courageous battle with cancer. Learn More… Read more…
In Memorium: Irene Goldman
Irene Goldman, a former director of the Community Foundation, passed away on August 15, 2008. Irene Goldman (1919-2008) served as a director of the Community Foundation from 1985 to 1995. She lived her entire life in Aurora until moving to Chicago with her husband in the 1990’s. Read More… Read more…
In Memorium: Daniel J. Ruddy
Daniel J. Ruddy (1927-2008) was a director of the Community Foundation from 1973-1989. Mr. Ruddy was educated in Aurora parochial schools. He received a degree in Mechanical Engineering from Purdue University. His entire career was spent with Ruddy Brothers, Inc., Contractors and Engineers in North Aurora. Mr. Ruddy was active in many professional organizations.… Read more…
In Memorium: Dr. Howard E. Gillette
Dr. Howard E. Gillette, a former director of the Community Foundation, passed away on July 9, 2008. Dr. Howard Gillette (1915-2008) was born in Lincoln, Nebraska. He was a graduate of East Aurora High School, North Central College and the University of Illinois College of Dentistry. After completing his residency in Oral Surgery at… Read more…
Sten Halfvarson – A Tribute
Chicago Tribune September 03, 2003 By Patricia Trebe, Special to the Tribune. Sten G. Halfvarson, 88 Aurora choral director, composer As a choral director for more than 50 years, Sten G. Halfvarson did more than teach the mechanics of music. He instilled and fostered in his students the beauty of a piece and in… Read more…
