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Michael Dertz Obituary

Dertz, Michael "The life given us by nature is short, but the memory of a well-spent life is eternal." On September 7, 2004 a beautiful soul passed away after a heroic battle with cancer. Mike was a resident of Grayslake and passed away at the age of 49. He was born December 17, 1954 in Stuttgart, Germany. Mike married his loving wife of 29 years, Mary, on October 25, 1975. His two children, Trevor, age 19, and Chelsea, age 14 meant the world to him. A funeral service will be held Saturday, September 11, 2004 at 11 a.m. at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium, 410 E. Belvidere Rd., Grayslake, IL, 60030. Friends of the family may visit from 9 a.m. until the time of the service at the funeral chapel. In lieu of flowers, donations are being accepted at the First Midwest Bank, 530 Washington St., Grayslake, IL, 60030 in the name of the Dertz Children College Fund, Attn. Grace Brown. For more information please call 847-223-8122.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Sep. 10, 2004.

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Michele & Jeff Shaw

September 20, 2004

Mrs. Dertz and family:

We are so sorry to hear about your loss. We knew Mike on a business level and he was a wonderful, honest and respectable man dedicated to his work and his family. You and your family will be in our prayers.

Jill Kessler

September 13, 2004

Mary, Trevor, and Chelsea,



We are so very sorry.



Someone once said that when someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure. Mike was a treasure and a great person.



Your husband, dad and friend will forever be watching and guiding you from above.



Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.



Sincerely,



Jill and Ira Kessler

your old neighbors from

819 Deep Woods Court

Brenda Cammareri

September 11, 2004

Mrs. Dertz, Trevor, and Chelsea,

Words cannot describe the feelings of emotion I felt for you today. I didn't know Mr. Dertz very well, but I can say, that he was a very great man, because I can see him in all of you. I know he was a very compassionate, loving person, because that is what I see in you three today. Your strength amazes me, and will continue to amaze me during this time of turmoil.

Chelsea- I want you to know that I am here for you. I know you are going to make it through this. Myself, as well as the rest of your friends, will always be here to support you. We love you!!!

My thoughts and prayers will always be with you. I love you all!

Kim Rhodes Hairstylist

September 10, 2004

To the Dertz Family: I am so sorry for your loss. Even though I do not know you all very well, I know you must be a spectacular family, because Mike was a spectacular man.

Wanchalee

September 10, 2004

Mary, Trevor & Chelsea,



I am so sorry for your loss. Mike was a wonderful man who shared his love for you with everyone he knew. The next few years are going to seem pretty tough, but know that you have many friends who love you & will be there for you. Please let me know if there is anything I can do for you. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.



Love,

Jim, Jeri, Seth, Morgan, and Dylan Foster

September 10, 2004

Mary, Trevor, and Chelsea,

You're in our constant thoughts and prayers. Mike was a great guy and our loss is heaven's gain.

Jose & Lisa Guerrero

September 10, 2004

Mary and family..



Our deepest sympathies to you at this time. For the short time Jose and I knew Mike, we truly thought the world of him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your children.

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