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Alice A. Wochnick

Visitation Date: Wednesday, February 27, 2019
Visitation Time: 3:00-9:00 p.m.
Funeral Date: Thursday, February 28th, 2019
Funeral Time: 9:00 am
Place of Funeral: Salerno's Rosedale Chapels
Interment: Lakewood Memorial Park

Alice A. Wochnick (nee Gerschefske) Beloved Wife of The late Daniel Loving Mom of the late David Wochnick and Rita (Steve) Dzieglewicz Loving Daughter of the late Martha and Richard Gerschefske, Dear Sister of the late Herbert Gerschefske, late Arthur Gerschefske and late Marion Ravagnie Loving Grandma of Dale and Kenneth.
On June 23,1926 Alice was born and raised on a farm in Schaumburg,Illinois,weighing only 3 pounds at birth. A loving daughter of Martha and Richard Gerschefske and sister to Marion,Herbert and Arthur. She learned farm values which guided her for the rest of her life. Always retaining a love for both plants and animals. Being of the World War II generation she learned to sacrifice and married an american soldier David Wochnick. This resulted in two children, which were named Rita and David. She was a life long resident of Schaumburg, Illinois and told many historical stories of the early days. She observed a farm culture develop into a urban area. A loving mother, wife, aunt and grandma to her family and community. She was active politically by being an Election Judge and in the Schaumburg Historical Society. She graduated from Palatine High School and attended St. Peters Lutheran Church in Schaumburg, Illinois. She was granddaughter of Mr. & Mrs. Haman who were early settlers in Schaumburg. A devoted grandmother to her son David’s children, Dale and Kenneth, whom she loved and cherished. She was a loving aunt to all her nieces and nephews. Heaven will be welcoming a very independent spiritual, loving lady who had many cherished friends who she felt were like her family Alice Wochnick

Funeral Home

Salerno's Rosedale Chapels

Phone: (630) 889-1700
Address: 450 W. Lake Street Roselle IL, 60172

Church Details

Salerno's Rosedale Chapels

Phone: 630-889-1700
Address: 450 W. Lake St. Roselle Illinois, 60172
Service Date: February 28th 2019
Funeral Time: 9:00 am

Interment Details

Lakewood Memorial Park

Phone: 8477414040
Address: 30W730 US Highway 20 Elgin Illinois, 60120

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Posted by:
KATHLEEN CRISSEY

Posted on:
Wednesday, February 27, 2019

I had the pleasure of knowing Alice for many years and Dan as well. He was a member of Local 150 and I work there. She was such a kind sweet soul. Many hours spent talking, sharing and getting to know each other. She loved her family so much, proud of her kids and grandkids and of course Dan. I am sorry to Rita and family for such a great loss. It has been my privilege to know Alice.

Posted by:
Boland Family

Posted on:
Wednesday, February 27, 2019

Who knew that nearly 27 years ago when a small little girl, standing on the edge of her driveway waved and said "HIiiiiiiiiiiii, neighbor!" to the man and woman working in their yard across the street when we were moving in that we would be sharing years of poker (played for veggies from the garden and taught by Papa Dan), the sharing of homemade lye soap and recipes of cucumber salad and strawberry rhubarb (courtesy of Grandma Alice), and so many confidences and laughs all these years. Our kids got an honorary extra set of "grandparents". It was always a comfort for our entire family to see her light on in the kitchen in the morning or light in the front room on in the evening-- we knew she was ok and all was well. We loved her love of gardening (we learned so much!), her knowledge of the area-- especially our house!, And her stories of her shenanigans she and her sister Marion would get to being one of the few teenagers at the time to have their own car. It's hard to look across the street and know our beloved neighbor and friend is no longer there. She always looked out for us and reported any suspicious goings on or if we forgot to turn a light off in our basement or forgot to close our garage door. Rest in peace, Mrs. W, Grandma Alice. Our world is a little less bright without you here but we do know that you were ok with your homegoing-- as you always said, "I lived a good life. I'm satisfied." I have no doubt that Papa Dan & Marion were just chomping on the bit to greet you. We miss you terribly and life here will never be the same. May God grant Rita, Steve, Dale & Kenny, and all who are grieving, peace, comfort, and strength.

Posted by:
Carol Hailmann

Posted on:
Tuesday, February 26, 2019

Aunt (Addie) Alice you will be missed dearly. You will always to in my heart. You were the greatest aunt and Godmother anyone could ask for. You never forgot anyone's birthday. We would joke who would call first you or Mom at 6 am.. Bur we loved it. Kiss on the forehead and give my Mom and Dad kisses from me. Tour sister is waiting for you. Love and hugs.