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Steven Carruthers Obituary
Steven Craig Carruthers, 72, of Arlington Heights passed away peacefully in his home on July 1. 2024. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife Margaret and his parents Samuel and Geraldine (nee Nave) Carruthers. Steven was the devoted father of John (Emily), Maggie, Sarah (Tom Scrace Jr.) and Sam (Taylor); Loving grandfather of Jane, Henry, Lucy, Sam and Margaret Carruthers, and John Scrace. Dear brother, fond brother-in-law, kind uncle, and good friend to many. Steven was a 30 + year resident of McHenry and civil engineer for the City of Crystal Lake. Visitation will be held at The Oaks Funeral Home 1201 E Irving Park Road (at Prospect) Itasca, from 4:00-8:00 pm on Friday, July 5th. Family and friends will meet Saturday, July 6th at Saint James Catholic Church, 820 N Arlington Heights Road for a visitation from 9:00-10:00 am. Mass of Christian Burial will promptly be celebrated at 10:00 am. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, donations to McHenry County Conservation Foundation, https://www.mchenryconservation.org/ or Dignity Diner https://holycovenantumc.org/dignitydiner would be appreciated. For Funeral info: 630-250-8588 or oaksfh.com
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Carl Papp
July 5, 2024
I knew Steve for over 30 years and worked with him for 15 years at the City of Crystal Lake. He was a wonderful person and a good friend. I am so sad that he is gone. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
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