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Britt Bobek Obituary
Born: Feb. 19, 1923; in Umea, Sweden
Died: Sept. 2, 2007; in Crystal Lake
She will be missed by many people who had the pleasure of calling her "Grandma Britt"
CRYSTAL LAKE - Britt Nelson Bobek, 84, of Crystal Lake, died Sunday, Sept. 2, 2007, at her home in Crystal Lake surrounded by her family.
She was born Feb. 19, 1923, to Oscar and Ruth (Haaglund) Nelson in Umea, Sweden.
She was a compassionate mother and grandmother who enjoyed golfing, Christmas crafts, and her girlfriend outings. She retired from Oak Industries after 21 years of employment. She will be missed by many people who had the pleasure of calling her "Grandma Britt."
She is survived by her children, Amy (Jim) Verseman, and Ray (Monica) Bobek; her grandchildren, Rick (Marie) Verseman, Kyle Bobek, Adam Duerr, Erica Verseman, Heidi Verseman and Dan Bobek; her sister-in-law, Lola Nelson; a niece, June Van Der Heyden; and a great-niece, Aimee Van Der Heyden.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her brothers, Kurt and Bernt Nelson; and a nephew, Arthur Van Der Heyden.
The visitation and funeral services will begin at 10 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 6, and the funeral will begin at noon at the Bethany Lutheran Church, 76 W. Crystal Lake Ave., Crystal Lake. The Rev. Erik Zingelman will officiate. Interment will be in Windridge Cemetery in Cary.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to either the Shelter Village of Woodstock or the Bethany Lutheran Church of Crystal Lake.
For information, call Schneider-Leucht-Merwin & Cooney Funeral Home in Woodstock at 815-338-1710.
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Marie Fejdasz
September 24, 2007
Dear Family of Britt,
So very sorry to hear of her passing. She was always such a good friend to all at CL Senior Club, always had a kind word for everyone. I will definitely miss her friendly smile.
Norae J Beasley
September 8, 2007
Dear Amy and Ray,
Words cannot express the various feelings I am experiencing. However, you both know what I am talking about. I am sending you an old beautiful prayer, titled,
IN MEMORY OF A MOTHER
I remember thee in this solemn hour, my dear Mother. I remember the days when thou didst dwell on earth, and thy tender love watched over me like a guardian angel. Thou has gone from me, but the bond which unites our souls can never be severed; thine image lives within my heart. May the merciful Father reward thee for the faithfulnes and kindness thou hast ever shown me; may He lift up the light of His countenance upon thee, and grant thee eternal peace. Amen
My prayers are with you, Jim, Monica, Rick, Marie, Heidi, Erica, Kyle, Adam, and Dan. Like I have always said, "Friends are like flowers, they give pleasure just by being." She is forever planted in my heart.
Your loving friend, Norae
Rich Sade
September 6, 2007
Amy,
Kim and I are very sorry on your loss. I remeber your Mom from when we were kids, she was allways nice to me. Our thoughts and prayers to your family.
Rich & Kim Sade
Marlene Sanders
September 6, 2007
Amy,
Your Mom was such a true friend to my Mom over the years. She always took the time to visit her at the Villa after my Dad's death. We were very fortunate to have such great Moms and to have them with us for so long. I know the time ahead will be difficult, but remember the good memories you have of her and it will help you get through those tough times.
Marlene Sanders (Isabelle Karmel's Daughter)
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Judy and Jim McGurn
September 6, 2007
Amy and Jim, we're so sorry for your loss.She will be greatly missed.
Judy and Jim McGurn
Bill Markison Pres. CLSCC
September 5, 2007
The Crystal Lake Senior Citizens Club will miss Britt. Her crafts were great and we had good times playing poker.
Our sincere sympathy to the family.
Frank McClatchey
September 5, 2007
Amy, I`m so sorry to hear about your loss, your mom and my mom were always good friends, as so are we.
Take care.
Frank
Ruth Frisch
September 5, 2007
It was my pleasure to have known Britt. Over the years we would see each other at the various activities we attended. She was a very gracious lady and will be missed by all.
Robin (Franz) Freeman
September 5, 2007
Britt was one of the kindest people I have known. Quick to smile and to laugh. Thoughts and prayers to her family. May she find peace.
Gerald,Ellen,Keith,Emily,Irene Ley
September 5, 2007
We will mis our dear freind from next door. Her wave to us every morning and every night from her kitchen window.
************DARLING*************
(a favorite person;someone who is very dear;a person tenderly loved)
Pat Jaske
September 5, 2007
My sympathies to the Bobek family,we didn't know your mother well, but we talked once in a while when we saw each other outside in our yards...she was a lovely lady....a neighbor on Porter ave.
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