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Ellen Kantroski Obituary
The visitation for Ellen M. Kantroski (nee Hajek and Gullikson), age 61 of Lake Zurich, IL, will be held from 3:00-9:00 p.m., Tuesday, February 1, 2011 at Davenport Family Funeral Home, 149 W. Main Street (Lake Cook Road), Barrington IL. Services will be on Wednesday, February 2, with visitation at 10:00 a.m. until the time of service at 11:00 a.m. at the Presbyterian Church of Barrington, 6 S. Brinker Road, Barrington Hills, and will proceed to Bohemian National Cemetery in Chicago. Born on June 26, 1949 in Berwyn IL, Ellen is survived by her husband, Lawrence A. Kantroski of Gary IN; her parents: Elmer and Marjorie Hajek of Hinsdale; her daughter, Lauren (Nin) Assi (nee Gullikson); her brother, Philip (Donna) Hajek MD; newphew, Daniel Hajek; aunt, Camille Marek; cousins: Lynn Groske, Karen Miller and Sarah Lay; in-laws: Rita (David) Rodriguez, Mary Ellen (Fred) Grabski and Jay (Janet) Kantroski; and her two beloved grandchildren: Alexis and Luke Assi. Ellen graduated Hinsdale Central High School in 1971, obtained her degree in special education from Illinois State University and a masters degree from Concordia University. She was an educator in District 96 for over 30 years. She was also a member of Barrington Presbyterian Women and involved with Stephan Ministry. Ellen passed surrounded by her family on January 29, 2011 at Lutheran General Hospital. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Stephan Ministry at the Presbyterian Church of Barrington, 6 Brinker Road, Barrington IL 60010. Visit davenportfamily.com, where online condolences can be left for her family. For information, please call 847-381-3411.
Memories and Condolences
for Ellen Kantroski
June 27, 2011
We will miss Ellen. We did not know her for a long time, but all the times we were together, it was as though we were longtime friends. She always had a way of making those around her so comfortable. Ellen had a wonderful smile and was so kind and generous. We know how much she loved you, Larry, and we will keep both of you in our thoughts and prayers. Dennis and Trish Crane
February 5, 2011
Ellen's dedication to her craft is what I will always remember about her. She will be missed. God Bless. Brian Trimmer
Curt Johnson
February 3, 2011
Dear Larry-
I am very sorry about your loss of Ellen. May God be with you in the life steps ahead. This is so tough. You will be in my prayers.
Eva Caner
February 2, 2011
Ellen was a wonderful person. Every time I saw her she was so sweet and so nice to me and to my family. We offten said hello in czech language. I will miss her dearly. "Spinkej sladce Ellen"
Eva, Dave and family
February 2, 2011
"Larry we are very sorry for your loss" The Sopko Family
Janet Swenson
February 1, 2011
Larry and Family: Ellen will be so missed. We loved her. She was truly a gift to everyone she met. May she rest in peace and her spirit be with us all. Janet and Jack Swenson
February 1, 2011
I am sure my Marge has a spot for Ellen in a book club in heaven. She was a hard worker and loved the joy of reading. God bless to her husband, daughter and her family. Keith Sabino
Nicole Bogyo
January 31, 2011
Ellen had such strength and passion in the classroom as a teacher, mentor, and friend. Larry and Lauren and family, your wife/mom was such a wonderful woman...she will be missed...with much love, Nicole (Wielondek) and Chris Bogyo
She was my kindergarten teacher at Kildeer and a co-worker several years ago at Country Meadows and will always hold a special place in my heart.
Larry Titak
January 31, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Nancy Wielondek
January 31, 2011
Larry...Lauren and family....
Ellen was truly a great person and fighter through all this time. I will miss her dearly.
Nancy (Country Meadows School)
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