Diane Rosenfeldt, 73 of Huntley, passed away on Monday, January 9, 2017 at her home following a lengthy illness.
She was born February 5, 1943 in Chicago, the daughter of Morris and Charlotte (Simon) Alpert. She grew up in Chicago and graduated from Roosevelt High School. She was united in marriage to David B. Rosenfeldt on June 10, 1962. The couple made their home in Des Plaines and later Arlington Heights where they raised their family. Diane worked as the office manager for Melnick, Rosenfeldt & Associates. In retirement the couple moved to Buffalo Grove and in 1994 to Huntley. Diane struggled with MS for over 20 years and always maintained a positive outlook on life. She and her husband traveled, not letting the disease hold her back and she was never one to complain about any of her limitations.
She is survived by her husband, David of Huntley, her daughters, Abbe (Curt) Gunnink of St. Charles, Michelle (James) Garbarz of South Elgin, her son, Rick (Jackie) Rosenfeldt of St. Charles, her grandchildren, Amanda, Jenna, Jake, Hayley, Sara, Megan, Nick & Trey and her sister, Lee (Norman) Nathan of Northbrook. She was preceded in death by her parents.
Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, January 12, 2017 and the family will greet friends prior at 10:00 a.m. at the DeFiore-Jorgensen Funeral Home, 10763 Dundee Road, Huntley. Burial will be in McHenry County Jewish Cemetery, Woodstock. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Journeycare Foundation. For more information please call 847-515-8772 or online condolences can be directed to www.defiorejorgensen.com
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My deepest condolences to David and the kids. While it has been many years, I still recall with great fondness all the good times we had together. Diane was a special lady who cared about the community and the people in it. When I go to Lake Geneva, I always think about the days we had back then. May her spirit be with us forever.
David, Our heartfelt sympathy to you and your family. We always admired Diane for her upbeat attitude, positive outlook and ability to enjoy a full, active and meaningful life rarely missing a beat. How she met the challenges she faced with you by her side was inspirational. We saw this first hand at a myriad of Shalom and Sun City events. Added to the mix was Lake Geneva, Super Bowl and milestone parties and several M.S. Walks. Rarely can it be said that knowing someone makes you a better person. But from the time we met you over dinner with the Schwabs, we knew you were both special people. Your life together, with its triumphs and tragedies define the legacy you leave to your awesome children and grandchildren, and devoted friends.
David, I am Dan's oldest son, its been a long time. I happened to see in the paper and wanted pass on our deepest condolences to you and our family. seems life is never easy