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Kabi takes top honors in District 63 card design contest At its December 2 meeting, East Maine School District 63’s Board of Education recognized the eight finalists in the District’s 2021 Winter Card Design Contest.

The top winner was able to attend the meeting – while other winners were able to watch online as all of the artwork was shared in a special presentation.

Top honors went to Apollo School 3rd grader Aaravi Kabi, a Des Plaines resident, whose whimsical penguins in a snowy landscape are featured on this year’s District 63 winter card.

District 63’s card design contest – now in its sixth year – is a chance for all students, K-8th grade, to submit a winter design and vie for the chance to adorn the District card, which is mailed to more than 300 community leaders, parent leaders, elected officials, and donors. Fifty-two students – representing all six K-8th grade District 63 schools – submitted entries. District administrators and other District 63 staff judged the pieces “blindly,” without knowing student names or schools. Best in Grade winners were: Kindergarten TIE Olivia Malkezdaq Niles / Washington School and Dia Modi Niles / Nelson School; 4th Grade Aishah Khursiwala Des Plaines / Apollo School 1st Grade Aqib Shareef Des Plaines / Apollo School; 5th Grade Julia Vandenberg Des Plaines / Apollo School ; 2nd Grade Oliver Malkezdaq Niles / Washington School; 6th Grade Prisha Modi Niles / Gemini Middle School District 63 Winter Card Contest Winners Honored All winners will receive special certificates from the Board – while Kabi will receive a frame featuring her artwork and certificate. District 63 offers a rich educational setting with a multicultural perspective to 3,500 students in the diverse communities of Des Plaines, Niles, Glenview, Park Ridge, and Morton Grove. Committed to teaching excellence that provides all students with the specific opportunities they need to succeed, the District’s five elementary schools (K-5), and Gemini Middle School (6-8), First Steps Preschool, and Expanded Learning programs foster each student’s academic, social, emotional, and behavioral growth and achievement. Visit www.emsd63.org to learn more.

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The Timbers donates $5,000 to the Alzheimer’s Association The Timbers of Shorewood donated $5,000 to the Alzheimer’s Association Illinois Chapter as part of #GivingTuesday. The money was raised during multiple events and fundraisers throughout the year.

“We are proud to support the Alzheimer’s Association with this donation,” said Kevin Young, executive director of the Timbers of Shorewood.

“Our events and fundraising were extremely successful this year. To date, The Timbers of Shorewood has donated more than $25,000 to the Alzheimer’s Association.”

The Timbers of Shorewood is a rental retirement community that provides senior living and assisted living apartments and a full schedule of activities and services. Residents whose needs may change are able to stay in the same place and receive appropriate and compassionate care.

Furnished apartments are also available for short-term stays.

Front Row: Kiani Kotrba, timbers homecare Manager; ebonii Roland, timbers leasing Coordinator; pam stortz, timbers Restaurant Manager; toya dorado, timbers housekeeping Manager. Back Row: sheila albor-Reyes, director of Marketing with the timbers; Kayli lavelle, Manager, Walk to end alzheimer s with alzheimer s association illinois Chapter; hadi Finerty, senior Manager, education & Community Volunteers with the alzheimer s association illinois Chapter; Jabari harris, timbers homecare Coordinator; amy odell, timbers activities director; Chrissy Brown, timbers Business office Manager; gerardo porras, timbers director of Maintenance; Kevin young, timbers executive director

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Plainfield North HS nurse publishes, donates first children’s book

plainfield north high school star plus nurse Colleen Mcgarr (left) read her new children s book, Journey of Forest Friends to her niece s fifth grade class at Charles Reed elementary school in october 2021.

Plainfield North High School Star Plus Nurse Colleen McGarr has published her first children’s book, “Journey of Forest Friends” and plans to donate copies to all District 202 elementary schools.

“Journey of Forest Friends” is available on Amazon and Barnes and Noble.

McGarr believes that it’s never too late to accomplish one’s dreams.

“I have wanted to write a children’s book since I was a teenager, but it was never the right time,” McGarr said.

So, during the COVID-19 pandemic, she decided to pen and publish her first children’s book.

“Everyone has a talent. If you put your goals toward something you can accomplish things, you can do it.” McGarr said.

The book tells the story of two animals who must solve problems while traveling through the forest.

The book teaches children that materialistic items are not as important as friendship, McGarr said. It was inspired

by her own children and the countless students she’s cared for during her nursing career.

McGarr has served as the nurse for the Star Plus program at PNHS since 2017. She cares for students with a wide range of special needs. McGarr also served as the first school nurse at Freedom Elementary School from 2007-2013.

When McGarr started writing her book, she took writing classes to enhance her skills. She also worked closely with her illustrator, editor, and publishing company.

McGarr read the story to her niece’s fifth grade class at Charles Reed Elementary School in October to celebrate the publication of her book.

“All kids are going through a rough time,” McGarr said. “I want them to know that you can start writing stories, poems, or whatever it may be, and it’ll help your stress and anxiety levels.”

Her next children’s book will be about a school nurse.

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Lightways Hospice and Serious Illness Care wins Chicagoland Top Workplaces 2021 Award According to a Chicago Tribune report published November 5, Lightways Hospice and Serious Illness Care has been named a 2021 Top Workplace.

Founded in 1982 as Joliet Area Community Hospice, Lightways Hospice and Serious Illness Care is an independent, nonprofit healthcare provider licensed in 11 counties in northern Illinois. The organization provides serious illness care, hospice care and grief support for adults and children.

The list is based solely on employee feedback gathered through a third-party survey administered

by Energage, LLC. The anonymous survey measured 15 culture drivers that are critical to the success of any organization.

Lightways CEO Mary Kay Sheehan was delighted to have the organization honored. “I am so proud of our team. Their com-

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Cret hill s Church of good shepherd evangelical Covenant plans lucia Fest The Swedish tradition of Santa Lucia will be observed at Church of the Good Shepherd Evangelical Covenant, 2437 Plainfield Road, Crest Hill, at approximately noon, Sunday, Dec. 12, following the 10:45 a.m. worship service.

The Queen of Light will be portrayed by Abby Price, the daughter of Brad and Sabrina Price of Crest Hill. Price, 16, is an honor student at Joliet West High School, where she plays badminton and participates in the symphonic band, marching band, and Future Health Professionals Club.

As a member of Church of the Good Shepherd Evangelical Covenant, she regularly attends SOJO (the high school youth group) and serves as a volunteer in the nursery and with various youth activities.

Other interests include baking, water skiing, snowboarding, and babysitting. Upon graduation from high school, Price plans to attend college and will probably pursue a career in nursing.

As part of the traditional Lucia Fest, the Queen of Light, also known

as Lucia, will be accompanied by attendants portrayed by children from Church of the Good Shepherd Evangelical Covenant Sunday School.

Faith Zosky will sing “Santa Lucia” and Brianna Barraza, the 2019 Lucia Queen, will read the legend of Lucia.

The celebration of Lucia Fest is a Swedish custom that ushers in the Christmas holiday. According to legend, Lucia was a godly girl who became engaged to a nobleman at the age of 17. Before the wedding, Lucia gave her dowry to the poor as a thank you to God for answered prayer. Her intended husband, suspicious that she was a Christian, ordered her put to death on Dec. 13, 304 A.D. Hundreds of years later, Lucia reportedly appeared in western Sweden during a famine to distribute food among starving people. She wore a long white gown and was encircled by light.

Following Lucia’s visit, the days grew longer, leading people to believe she brought the end of winter and the return of light. Lucia became known as a symbol of light,

faith, and Christian charity.

The traditional celebration of Lucia Fest recognizes the return of light after the dark of winter and heralds the approaching Christmas season with music and candlelight.

mitment to providing exceptional end of life care is unparalleled.

Our reputation for excellence and satisfaction scores above the state and national averages say so much about our staff.”

Lightways employs approximately 200 people who live and work throughout northern Illinois. “The majority of our care is provided in the patient’s home or a care facilty, so we want our staff to be close. Recently we’ve expanded into Kane, McHenry and Lake counties, and we are building teams in those areas.”

Lightways is currently seeking nurses, CNAs and social workers who can: • Deftly handle a caseload of patients • Work to assure every patient has every resource he or she needs to thrive • Work independently

• Are passionate about improving the quality of life The organization offers competitive salaries, outstanding benefits, generous PTO and a uniform allowance.

According to one survey respondent, “I feel that Lightways is ahead of the game in hospice care.

I feel that we provide care services that other hospices do not offer. I like that we change as healthcare changes and meets the needs of our local communities.”

For another employee, the importance of the work drives job satisfaction. “I love my job because I feel like I’ve done something good for someone every day.”

Individuals interested in exploring opportunities with Lightways should go to lightways.org/careers.

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Real estate IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE TWELFTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OF ILLINOIS WILL COUNTY, JOLIET, ILLINOIS PENNYMAC LOAN SERVICES, LLC, PLAINTIFF, VS. DELFINO GUERRERO A/K/A DELFINO L GUERRERO A/K/A DEL OVERREDO; NEUFAIRFIELD HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, DEFENDANTS. NO. 20 CH 334 2476 SADDLE RIDGE DRIVE JOLIET, IL 60432 PRESIDING JUDGE NOTICE BY PUBLICATION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN TO YOU, Delfino Guerrero a/k/a Del Overredo Unknown Owners and Non-Record Claimants defendants, that this case has been commenced in this Court against you and other defendants, asking for the foreclosure of a certain Mortgage conveying the premises described as follows, to wit: LOT 332 IN THE PLAT OF SUBDIVISION OF NEUFAIRFIELD P.U.D. UNIT 3A AREAS 2 & 3, BEING A PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT OF PART OF THE SOUTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 6, TOWNSHIP 35 NORTH, RANGE 11 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED JANUARY 7, 2005 AS DOCUMENT NO. R2005-004172 IN THE OFFICE OF THE RECORDER OF WILL COUNTY, SITUATED IN THE CITY OF JOLIET AND STATE OF ILLINOIS.

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If you are unable to pay your court fees, you can apply for a fee waiver. For information about defending yourself in a court case (including filing an appearance or fee waiver), or to apply for free legal help, go to www.illinoislegalaid.org. You can also ask your local circuit clerk’s office for a fee waiver application.

PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT, THE PLAINTIFF’S ATTORNEY IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC Attorney for Plaintiff 1 N. Dearborn St. Suite 1200 Chicago, IL 60602 Ph. (312) 346-9088 File No. 20-02964IL Delfino Guerrero a/k/a Del Overredo 2476 Saddle Ridge Drive, Joliet, IL 60432 Will Unknown Owners and Non-Record Claimants 2476 Saddle Ridge Drive, Joliet, IL 60432 Will I3182376 Published 12/8/21, 12/15/21, 12/22/21

Real estate IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION ISLANDCAP, LLC; Plaintiff, vs.

Commonly known as:

SUZANA VUKIC; DINO VUKIC; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND

2476 Saddle Ridge Drive

NON RECORD CLAIMANTS;

Joliet, IL 60432 and which said Mortgage was made by, Delfino Guerrero a/k/a Delfino L Guerrero a/k/a Del Overredo Mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for American Portfolio Mortgage Corporation Mortgagee, and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of Will County, Illinois, as Document No. R2019046907; and for other relief.

Defendants,

YOU MAY STILL BE ABLE TO SAVE YOUR HOME. DO NOT IGNORE THIS DOCUMENT. By order of the Chief Judge of the Circuit Court of the Twelfth Circuit Court, this case is set for Mandatory Mediation on January 25, 2022 at, 1:00 p.m. via ZOOM or telephonically. Please find the attached ZOOM instructions. A lender representative will be present along with a court appointed mediator to discuss options that you may have and to pre-screen you for a potential mortgage modification. For further information on the mediation process, please see the attached NOTICE OF MANDATORY MEDIATION.

21 CH 1212 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Thursday, January 6, 2022 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 10-16-200-047-0000.

Commonly known as 9541 Laramie Avenue, Skokie, Illinois 60077.

The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act.

YOU MUST APPEAR ON THE MEDIATION DATE GIVEN OR YOUR MEDIATION WILL BE TERMINATED.

Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection.

UNLESS YOU file your answer or otherwise file your appearance in this case, on or before January 7, 2022, A JUDGMENT OR DECREE

BY DEFAULT MAY BE TAKEN AGAINST YOU FOR THE RELIEF ASKED IN THE COMPLAINT.

For information call The Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Anselmo Lindberg & Associates, LLC, 1771 West Diehl Road, Naperville, Illinois 60563-1890. (630) 453-6960.

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E-filing is now mandatory with limited exemptions. To e-file, you must first create an account with an e-filing service provider. Visit http:// efile.illinoiscourts.gov/service-providers.htm to learn more and to select a service provider.

intercountyjudicialsales.com

If you need additional help or have trouble e-filing, visit http://www.illinoiscourts.gov/ faq/gethelp.asp or talk with your local circuit clerk’s office. If you cannot e-file, you may be able to get an exemption that allows you to

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file in-person or by mail. Ask your circuit clerk for more information or visit www.illinoislegalaid.org.

INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION

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Published 12/1/21, 12/8/21, 12/15/21

patteRson Kenyon Palmer “Uncle Bud” Patterson, age 94, passed away peacefully under hospice care at Mease Life in Dunedin, FL on October 4, 2021. Kenyon was born April 4, 1927, in Aurora, IL to the late James and Katharine Patterson and raised on their sheep farm in Plainfield, IL. After graduating from Plainfield High School class of 1945, he joined the U.S. Navy as Fireman First Class, USNR. He received an honorable discharge in 1946 and went on to earn a BS in Engineering, class of 1950, from North Central College in Naperville while playing varsity football.

In college he met his future wife Sarah E. “Sally” Patterson (nee Maier). They were married from 1950 to 2006 when Sally preceded Kenyon in death.

The Patterson Family farmed 160 acres and raised two hundred head of Suffolk sheep at the north-west corner of Naperville-Plainfield Road and 95th Street in Naperville - now Brook Crossings. Kenyon and Sally were dedicated and loving parents raising five children through college and when the farm was sold in 1973, Kenyon continued to farm for other landowners in the area. In 1990 he sold his farm machinery and retired after 50 years of farming, the last Patterson to farm in Wheatland Township. Kenyon went on to be elected as Tax Assessor for DuPage Township. Kenyon also worked as a tax preparer and advisor for local farmers in cooperation with the Kane County Farm Bureau.

Kenyon was active in farming and the local community. He gathered sponsorships and printed the Wheatland Plowing Match Program; during that time, he won four matches for walking plow and sulky plow. He was president of the Wheatland School Board, sang in and directed the choir at DuPage Presbyterian Church, and volunteered annually to raise funds for the Wayside Cross Mission in Aurora, IL. When not on the farm Kenyon loved to travel, visiting relatives around the country, and taking trips to Europe, the British Isles and Japan.

In later life Kenyon commented that he wished he had studied music. He had a beautiful baritone voice and loved to sing and listen to music. He was an active member of the DuPage Barbershop Choir and helped to organize and sing in shows and competitions. Kenyon learned how to play the mountain dulcimer and traveled to workshops on his way between Illinois and a winter home in Florida. All his children took music lessons. Curt, Kenyon’s oldest son, went on to become a professional musician and music teacher.

Kenyon is survived by his children, Karla ( Jim)

Lynch, Curtis Patterson, Sharon Binder and Glen Patterson, his six grandchildren, Connor Lynch, Alison Lynch, Donnie Hagenbart, Sean Patterson, Mackenzie Binder and Austin Binder and his sisters, Jean Lowder and Katharine “Honey” Diehl and his son in law Howard Eskuri.

Kenyon is preceded in death by his wife of fiftysix years, Sally Patterson (nee Maier). his second wife, LaVerne “Blondie” Hewlett (nee Lundgren), his oldest daughter, Heather Eskuri, his mother, Katharine Patterson (nee Manning), his father James A. Patterson, his stepmother Helen Faye Patterson (nee Book), his siblings, Roger (Sally) Patterson and Phyllis (Stacey) Hamrick, and brothers in law Virgil Lowder and Stuart Payne.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Kenyon’s honor to Naper Settlement, c/o Juliana Nelligan, Dir. of Development; 523 S. Webster Street, Naperville, IL 60540 or https://napersettlement. org/634/Benck-Family-Agricultural-InterpretiveC. Please be sure to indicate in the comment section that your donation is in memory of Kenyon Patterson - OR - donations may be made to Wayside Cross Ministries, 215 East New York Street, Aurora, IL 60505 or www.waysidecross.org.

A Memorial Visitation will be held on Sunday, December 19, 2021, 1:00-4:00 PM, at the Friedrich-Jones Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 44 South Mill Street, Naperville, IL. A Memorial Service will follow at 4:00 PM. Private inurnment will be held later at Wheatland Township Cemetery. For information please call 630/355-0213 or visit www.friedrich-jones.com

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