Joseph “Joe” C. Strance, 75 of Huntley, passed away suddenly on Wednesday morning, February 10, 2016 in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin.
He was born September 24, 1940 on the Sox side of Chicago, theson of Kasmir and Jean (Marshall) Strance. He graduated Fenger High School later the University of Illinois in Champagne. He enlisted and served in the United State Marines. On October 2, 1971 he was united in marriage to Laurene M. Kytle. The couple lived in Chicago for a short time then moved to Park Ridge where they raised their family. He taught math at the Hyde Park Career Academy, had owned a paint shop and a Christian book store. He later obtained his Masters in Education and continued teaching until retiring in 2000 and moving to Huntley. He was an avid outdoorsman, enjoyed hunting, hiking, rock climbing and volunteering at local nature reserves. He loved the White Sox and enjoyed restoring property at Conference Point.
He is survived by his wife, Laurene of Huntley, his daughters, Autumn (Jeff) Vehrs of Algonquin and Janiece (Steve) Golden of St. Petersburgh, Florida, his grandchildren, Hannah, Faith & Kyle, his brother, Robert (Beverly) Strance of LaGrange and his sister, Janet (Ken) Murray of Wheaton.
Visitation will be from 1:30 p.m. until the time of 3:00 p.m. Funeral Service on Sunday, February 14, 2016 at Springbrook Community Church, 10115 Algonquin Road, Huntley. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Friends of Israel, www.FOI.org or Conference Point c/o Lake Geneva Youth Camp.
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Joe was our neighbor for 15 years and became our CHERISHED and LOVED FRIEND very quickly after we met. He was kind, giving, loving and we were BLESSED to have had the chance to share the past years together with Joe and his family that he loved so much! He will be missed greatly, but, he will always be in our hearts and NEVER forgotten. Love to Laurene, Autumn, Janiece and extended families. Al and Marsha
I have known Joe and Laurene for many years, also have had the opportunity to meet His daughter Autumn and his three grandchildren. It was very comforting knowing that my mom and dad have such great neighbors. Joe was a wonderful friend to my father. They would talk for hours on the patio and enjoy the nature around them. After my father passed Joe and Laurene have been great watching over my mom. Once I moved in with my mom we have had many memories of dinners out, specials talks. The most selfless people I know. There have been times I have needed help in the middle of the night and there wasn't a second thought, came right over to help. I have nothing but warmth in my heart for Joe and his family, such a wonderful human being! Joe you will be greatly missed by so many. I just want Laurene, Autumn, Janiece and extended family to know you will all be in my thoughts. Love, Lisa
Joe and Laurene have been more than neighbors but more like family to Howard and I. We shared many wonderful dinners and talks. Joe will be missed and loved. Will always remember him walking in 100 degree heat with his backpack filled with rocks. Such a loving friend. Love to Laurene, daughters and grandchildren. Roberta
Lauren we were so sorry to read this. Our thoughts & prayers are with you & your family.
Janice and Family, We are so very sorry for your loss. You and your loved ones are all in our thoughts & prayers. Wish we could all be there by your side through this difficult time. Love, Your Safety Harbor Family