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2015
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Elyse Roberts Obituary
Born: Oct. 20, 1940
Died: Nov. 30, 2015
Elyse Meredith Roberts (nee Kovac), age 75, took her last breath peacefully, November 30, 2015. Born October 20, 1940, in Chicago.
Loving mother of two children; grandmother of five; great-grandmother of two. Elyse also has a loving sister; two nieces; nephew; two great-nieces; her wonderful caregivers and many dear friends.
She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 56 years, Raymond John Roberts.
Visitation will be held Friday, December 4, 2015 from 2:00 until 8:00 p.m., at Davenport Family Funeral Home, 149 W. Main St. (Lake-Cook Road), Barrington.
Funeral Service will be held Saturday, December 5 at 1:00 p.m. at St. Mark's Episcopal Church, 337 Ridge Rd., Barrington Hills. Entombment will be Private in Windridge Memorial Park, Cary.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to Alexian Brothers Foundation, 3040 Salt Creek Ln, Arlington Heights, IL 60005, www.alexianbrothershealth.org/foundation, Pioneer Center for Human Services, 4100 Veterans Parkway, McHenry, IL 60050, www.pioneercenter.org, Walk On Equine Assisted Activities, P.O. Box 376, Barrington, IL 60011, www.walkonfarm.org, or to a charity close to your heart.
For information, please contact Davenport Family Funeral Home, 847-381-3411. For online condolences, please visit www.davenportfamily.com
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Louis Tondu
January 10, 2016
My sincere condolences to the Roberts family . I just read the sad news way out here in California . I have known Elyse all of my life and fortunate to be able to introduce my daughter to her over dinner a year ago in Santa Monica.Elyse was a joy to have known and I will deeply miss her.
December 3, 2015
Sorry for your loss.
Vince & Cindy Zipparro
December 3, 2015
As a child I spent many hours "hanging out" at the Kovac home, mostly with Annette and other neighbor girls. Elyse thought of me as "that bratty little kid" that was always around. I always thought that she, Annette and their mom were awesome! As adults I had minimal contact with her, but every visit was memorable. She was gutsy, beutiful and loving and I know her family will be missing her. Sincere condolences to all of the family. Arleen (Klitz) Klug
December 3, 2015
Our condolences to Allison and her family, her Mother is smiling down on her.
Renee Welsch
Naples, FL
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Jon Dellaria
December 3, 2015
She was one of the most amazing persons I was proud to know, a heart of gold and fierce competitor, always willing to listen and help those who needed help. Will miss that smile, those words of wisdom and advise. Wish I could be there to say my sincere condolences to the family. Always in our hearts and prayers.
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Trowby Brockman
December 2, 2015
My sincere condolences to all of Elyse's family. Elyse was one of the kindest and most generous persons I've ever known. I first met her through the Barrington Area Arts Council. Elyse was an angel behnd the scenes to that wonderful organization. She was also a longtime member of the Countryside Readers in Barrington. We will miss her greatly.
Jane P
December 2, 2015
With my deepest sympathy to her family. Know that she is in my prayers.
richard kuranda
December 2, 2015
One of the nicest and most sincere people I have ever met. Her passion for trying to bring the best out in others was simply amazing and I consider myself lucky to have known this amazing woman. Much love to the family at this difficult time.
Olivia
December 2, 2015
Our sincere sympathy. Tom and I have everlasting memories of her generosity.. She loved life. SCBH was a big part of our life as our children grew and we have fond memories. One of a kind lady, you are missed. Surely with the Angels.
December 1, 2015
To Elyse's family -- my sincere condolences. She was a very special lady and will be missed by all who knew her. Great memories of SCBH "walk out" with the hounds, fabulous parties, her generosity and love of life. Miss you. bk
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