Jeffrey Allen Stenberg, 55, passed away on October 9th, after losing his battle to non-Hodgkin's lymphoma.

Jeff is the beloved husband of Gail (nee) Sanders. Loving father of Randall and Grace Stenberg, cherished son of Linette and the late Curt Stenberg, fond brother of Erik (Donna) and Lois (Timothy) Scrivens. Uncle of Nicholas Stenberg and Joseph, Christopher and Jacob Scrivens.

Jeff grew up in Elmhurst and graduated from Elmhurst High School in 1983. He went on to earn a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Elmhurst College. He worked for 30 years in the financial services industry for companies including Arthur Andersen, Discover Financial Services and Amalgamated Bank of Chicago.

Jeff loved being outdoors, spending hours tending to his garden or enjoying a day at the beach. He enjoyed watching Chicago sports, sipping a good lager alongside his canine companion Roxy. Jeff was an accomplished cook and enjoyed many travel adventures alongside his wife.

A memorial service will be planned at a future date. Donations to the American Cancer Society are appreciated. For further information please contact Cooney Funeral Home. 847-685-1002

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Oct. 17, 2021.

Memories and Condolences
for Jeffrey Stenberg

8 Entries

David Bowen

November 4, 2021

I had the pleasure of working with Jeff during his time at Discover. He was always professional, pleasant and honest. I am sure he will be greatly missed by family and friends alike.

Kevin, Teri & Cade

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Robin Firlik

October 17, 2021

I´m so sorry Gail
to hear that Jeff has passed
Sending my heartfelt condolences

Kristen Dobbs

October 17, 2021

I just heard the news, we are so sorry for your loss Gail, Jeff was a great guy, he will be missed.

Carol Alberti

October 17, 2021

Jeff was such a wonderful person, a calming presence and down to earth. It's hard to believe that he's passed. He will be missed.

Beverly Stenberg

October 17, 2021

So very sorry for everyone´s loss. He was truly a wonderful and talented person.

Maria Rodriguez

October 17, 2021

Jeff was a quite boss but when every he came to our area he would make us laugh. My condolences to the family.

Doris Rodríguez

October 17, 2021

My heartfelt prayers and condolences.

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