LOIS A. BACHELOR
Lois Ardelle (Koplin) Bachelor, 89, of Belvidere, made her peaceful transition Saturday, November 14, at OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center in Rockford. She was born in the back bedroom of her grandparents’ home in Chicago on March 19, 1931, to Henry Myron Koplin and Alberta Jeanette (Smith) Koplin. She met her husband, Paul Edwin Bachelor, as a child, as their fathers were friends. They married June 25, 1955 in Cicero, and enjoyed nearly 60 years together until he passed in 2015.
She was raised and lived in Chicago, moved to Lombard for 35 years (1968-2004), then moved to Belvidere, where she has lived for 16 years. She and Paul also enjoyed being snowbirds in Harlingen, Texas, for several years and traveling the country with their Hi-Lo Trailer Club.
Lois was always a strong, independent woman who instilled these attributes in each of their children. She started by giving us unique names, and then nurturing our unique gifts. As a teenager, she worked at Stebbins Hardware in Chicago to support her horse (Major Jim) that was stabled in Lincoln Park, and competed in horse shows, winning many ribbons. She also worked for Playboy magazine, was a Tupperware dealer for many years, and finally retired from ServiceMaster in 1993, where she was a payroll clerk for 10 years.
She was a charter member of the DuPage Church of Religious Science, founded in 1976, and lived its principles every day, enhancing the lives of all those who were fortunate enough to know her. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Kirsten Bachelor and David Elliott of Villa Park, sons and daughters-in-law Brad and Kim Bachelor of New Smyrna Beach, Florida, and Phil and Carol Bachelor of Chicago; grandchildren Vince (Marcy), Steve (Nicole), Lauren, Amy, Brooke and Colin; and great-grandchildren Bradley, Connor, Caleigh and Mathew.
In addition to her parents and husband, she was predeceased by her sister Marjorie Ahlgren (2012), brother Richard (2008), infant sister Margaret (1925) and brother-in-law Charles “Jim” Bachelor (1945).
She faced several health challenges over the years including St. Vitus’ Dance, a broken hip, a stroke and several falls, but was amazingly resilient. Despite these setbacks, she was always positive, setting an example as she persisted, recovered and thrived, living independently until the end. She had a truly amazing, long life, and we will be forever grateful that we chose her as our mother.
There will be a private celebration of her life in the coming months. In accordance with her wishes, her physical body will be donated to science and later cremated. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in her name to the Boone County Council on Aging, 2141 Henry Luckow Lane, Belvidere, IL 61008.
RALPH C. KAMRADT
Ralph Charles Kamradt, 78, longtime resident of Lombard for 46 years, passed away peacefully on November 27, 2020. Ralph was the loving husband of Judy Kamradt, nee Ryan; beloved father of Carolynne (Ron) Struebing, Kelly (Kurt) Ostrowski, Michael Kamradt, Jacquie Kamradt; proud grandfather of Brett, Dana, Kara and Brooke Struebing, Kyla and Keri Ostrowski, Caitlin, Haley and Connor Kamradt; dear brother of Ron (Lou), Russell (Kathy), Roy Kamradt and Lois (Gary) Molinari.
Ralph served in United States Navy from 1959 to 1965. He later became a union truck driver. He owned a food truck for festivals. Germanfest food was his specialty. He was an avid Cubs, Bears and Bulls fan!
Funeral services private.
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FRANK D. KIDD
Frank D. Kidd, age 96, of Wheaton, formerly of Lombard for over 55 years, passed away Nov.28, 2020.
A Family Visitation will be held today, Thursday, Dec. 3, from 9 a.m. until time of Private Funeral Service at 11 a.m. at Brust Funeral Home, 135 S. Main St, Lombard. Interment will follow at Oakridge Cemetery in Hillside.
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FRANCES R. KOKINES
Frances Rose Kokines, 89, of Lombard, passed away Nov. 22, 2020.
Funeral Services were held Monday, Nov. 30, at St. Pius X Church, 1025 E. Madison St., Lombard. Private interment at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery.
Arrangements were made by Brust Funeral Home, 135 S. Main St., Lombard. Visit www.brustfuneralhome.com or call 888-629-0094 for information.
DORIS SWAILES
Doris Henrietta Helen Swailes, nee Jahaske, 101 years and 5 months, resident of Lombard for 97 years, passed away on November 20, 2020. She was born in Chicago on June 8, 1919, to Joseph J. and Emily Jahaske, nee Hoeft.
Funeral Services were held Saturday, Nov. 28, at Trinity Lutheran Church, 300 S. Ardmore, Villa Park. Interment followed at Chapel Hill Gardens West Cemetery, Oakbrook Terrace.
Doris was the beloved wife of the late Lester R; loving mother of the late Gregory L. and the late Scott L.; dearest sister of the late Harold (the late Marie) Jahaske, the late Wilbur (the late Carol) Jahaske, the late Arnold (the late Luella) Jahaske, and the late Norman (the late Elizabeth) Jahaske; sister-in-law of the late Frances (the late Alvin) Schultze, the late Truman (the late Viola) Swailes and the late Roy (the late Valerie) Swailes. She is survived by many nieces and nephews.
Doris was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Villa Park since 1923. She taught Sunday School and was very active in the women’s guild. After retiring as a Certified Professional Secretary, Doris enjoyed golf, bowling, bridge, and playing poker with her sister-in-laws.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her name to Trinity Lutheran Church, 300 S. Ardmore Ave, Villa Park, IL 60181, or Residential Hospice Foundation, 5440 Corporate Drive, Suite 400, Troy, MI 48098.
Arrangements by Brust Funeral Home, 135 S. Main St, Lombard, IL 60148. Visit www.brustfuneralhome.com or call 888-629-0094 for more information.
