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SANDRA LUEBKING Obituary

Sandra Luebking, nee Hargreaves, beloved wife of Warren Luebking; loving mother of Jeffrey Luebking of Hoffman Estates, IL and Laura ( Kevin) MacCartie of Windermere, FL Adored grandmother of Kyleen and Ryan MacCartie. Dear daughter of the late Milton and Lois Hargreaves. Fond sister of Richard (Valerie) Hargreaves and Wendy (Bruce) Blackden. Cherished daughter -in-law of Marilyn Suter, James (Donna) Luebking, Ralph Luebking and Leonard (Mary Ann) Luebking. Special aunt to 18 nieces, and nephews, 34 great nieces and nephews. Friend to all. Sandra was a former graduate of York High School, Elmhurst,and former employee of Illinois Bell Telephone Co. ,full time researcher, educator, published author and editor in Genealogy for 35 years. Sandra's many loves included dancing, reading and most of all "her loving grandchildren". Visitation Saturday April 2, 2011, 9 a.m. until time of memorial service 10 a.m. at CHAPEL HILL GARDENS WEST CEMETERY, 17 W 201 Roosevelt Rd., Oak Brook Terrace. IL (HIPPACH CHAPEL.). lnurnment Chapel Hill Gardens Cemetery. Memorials to Midwest Shelter for the Homeless, 119 N. West Street, Wheaton, IL 60187, appreciated. Funeral inquiries: 630-941-5860. Please offer condolences to the Luebking family at www.ChapelHillGardensWest.com.

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Published by Chicago Tribune from Feb. 20 to Feb. 23, 2011.

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Sherry Bryan

July 12, 2011

"I just found out about Sandra's passing. Can't quite believe it yet. She was my friend since we were teens together. She was a kind, intelligent, lovely, person. My condolences to all her family and friends. She will be sorely missed. Sherry Hollander Bryan(Phoenix ,AZ)

Arlene Lill Cook

April 14, 2011

I was also a member of the DuPage County Genealogical Society and am extremely saddened to hear that Sandra passed. She was not only a fine genealogist but also a very dear friend who encouraged me to continue researching and also to contribute to the DCGS as newsletter co-editor and surname list editor. She was a very gracious lady and I send my heartfelt condolences to all the family.

Ann Wells

March 4, 2011

Sandra was one of the first people I met when we moved to Illinois. Her ready smile, enthusiasm for genealogy and our shared stories of grandchildren will be the things I remember. I feel so honored to have known her. My sympathy to her family and friends.

Judi Troemel

March 1, 2011

Sandra was a member of Swing 'n' Country Dance Club, a very willing volunteer and a good friend to many. I miss her.

Elgin Genealogical Society

March 1, 2011

The Elgin Genealogical Society was so sorry to hear of Sandra's passing. We will remember her as a gracious and witty lady who taught us how to find our ancestors through her wonderful presentations and the books she helped to write. We send our condolences to all her family.

Kellee Green Blake

February 28, 2011

It was my privilege to know Sandy as she and Lou Szucs crafted their seminal book on the records of the National Archives Regional Archives System. Sandy always set the standard for excellence, yet never lost that childlike curiosity about and excitement for the historical record. It was a blessing and delight to know her, and to witness her many professional successes and personal triumphs.

Joann Erazmus

February 28, 2011

So Sorry to hear Sandy is gone. We knew she had cancer but seems like I just saw her dancing at Willowbrook just a month ago, shocked to hear she has passed. She was liked by a lot of people. Sandy was a very kind, down to earth person and a good dancer, she will be missed by many.
Joann Erazmus, Long-time Willowbrook line dancer

Paula Perkins

February 26, 2011

Sandra was an excellent genealogical speaker and mentor. Her many published works have been tools that I've used many times. I was fortunate to see her dancing. Her smile was so beautiful. She will be greatly missed but never forgotten. My deepest sympathy to her family and dear friends. Your legacy will live on. We love you Sandra!

Paula Perkins

janice carmody

February 25, 2011

Sandra's "hello" always had a big smile. Her dancing held poise and grace. She leaves an outstanding legacy with the genealogy society. In sympathy to all who loved Sandra. Janice Carmody

Jim McKinney

February 25, 2011

Sandy was such a pure pleasure
to be around and so humble in
her lifes work and her fabulous
dancing.
I had the pleasure of dancing
with her and was agreat fan.
I'll miss her.

February 25, 2011

Over the years I have attended many presentations given by Sandra. She presented her program in a clear, professional manner with a touch of humor. She was a grand lady! Best wishes to her family. Linda Eder, Elgin, IL

February 25, 2011

Memories are priceless. Sandra and Warren will be in our Prayers. Friends from Illinois Bell. Jim and Venessa Riley

February 24, 2011

I was so sorry to hear that Sandy's courageous battle with cancer has ended. I knew her through line dancing at Willowbrook Ballroom. Sandy was not only a very talented dancer, but a kind, warm, and loving person who was a friend to so many. She will always remain alive in the memories of those of us who loved and respected her. Please accept my heartfelt sympathy on your loss.
Paula Rancilio, Lisle, Il.

February 23, 2011

I will miss seeing Sandra dance. She was a beautiful person inside and out. Eileen Markusic

February 23, 2011

I knew Sandy through dancing. She was very warm and a wonderful lady. I loved to watch her dance. I will miss her.
Sandy Gillie

Kathy O'Leary

February 21, 2011

Sandra was a wonderful person and very generous to the Oak Lawn Public Library. I can picture her in her dancing clothes!!; she really enjoyed her music and dance. Sandra will be greatly missed.
May she rest in peace.
Kathy O'Leary

Maureen Brady

February 21, 2011

Sandra Hargreaves Luebking was an example to me of a professional family history researcher. I was privileged to be in the audience for many of her presentations, as well as a regular reader of the Forum. Above all, her smile and joyful presence stood out. The genealogical community will never be the same. May God shower your family with many blessings and sweet memories.

Mary McCampbell Bell

February 20, 2011

Sandra Luebking was such a delightful person and I enjoyed our chats about grandchildren and the joy that they bring us. It was my honor to be one of the contributors to The Source and working with Sandra on that was a neat experience. I know her family will miss her radiant smile! Her outlook on life was so positive even through her illness. The genealogical community is really going to miss her presence.

Nancy Thomas

February 20, 2011

Sandra was a charter member, past-president, and conference chair of the DuPage County (IL) Genealogical Society when it was first founded as the Lombard Suburban Genealogical Society in 1974. We will remember her at our 36th annual conference February 26. Her passing is a great loss to the genealogy community and to all of us who had the pleasure of knowing and working with her.

Jackie Wilson

February 20, 2011

I knew Sandy through genealogy and she has always been a wonderful inspiration to me. I will miss her smiling face. My sincere sympathy to your family.

Cherel Henderson

February 20, 2011

I knew Sandra through the Federation of Genealogical Societies. She was a lovely and kind person with a smile that radiated joy and love. My sincere condolences to the family. May your memories of times shared grow even sweeter and dearer with time.
Cherel Henderson

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