The Juvenile Protective Association recently celebrated the 100th anniversary of its founding. http://youtu.be/uTMiUaa0Y7w View All Videos… Read more…
Tributes & Memorials - Page 13 of 15
In Tribute: John Jaros
John Jaros is honored through a fund created in his name to benefit the Aurora Historical Society. Read More… Read more…
In Memorium: Dorothy Voirin
Dorothy Voirin (nee Jakious), 92, of Aurora went home to be with the Lord on December 12, 2013. She was born in Aurora, IL December 4, 1921 to Valentine and Josephine Jakious. Beloved wife of the late Arthur W. Voirin; dear mother of 9 sons and 4 daughters, Albert (Beverly), the late Arthur (Donna), JoAnne… Read more…
In Tribute: Virgil Gilman
Virgil Gilman was the first administrator of the Fox Valley Park District. http://youtu.be/yPKe_e4e_pQ View All Videos… Read more…
In Memorium: Kenneth F. Lindgren
We are very sad to announce the passing of Kenneth F. Lindgren, a long-time supporter of the Community Foundation. Mr. Lindgren passed away on Saturday, December 12, 2009 after succumbing to a courageous battle with cancer. Ken Lindgren (1940-2009) was born in Indianapolis, Indiana, and spent his early years in Glenview, Illinois. His family moved… Read more…
In Memorium: G. William Richards
G. William Richards, a prominent Aurora attorney and friend of the Community Foundation, passed away on November 23, 2009. G. William Richards (1933-2009) was born in Chicago, Illinois. He received his undergraduate and law degrees from the University of Illinois. He was admitted to practice in Illinois in 1957. Mr. Richards was a magistrate for the City… Read more…
In Tribute: Don and Shirley Hartlaub
The Don and Shirley Hartlaub Memorial Endowment Fund was created by the children of Donald G. and Shirley W. Hartlaub to honor the lives of their parents. Read More… Read more…
In Tribute: Arnold E. & Donna Lies Family Endowment Fund
The Arnold E. and Donna Lies Family Endowment Fund was established to provide support for the charitable needs of the Aurora community. Arnold Lies is a lifelong resident of Aurora. He attended St. Therese Grade School, Marmion Academy and Marquette University. Donna Lies is a graduate of Holy Angels Grade School and West Aurora High… Read more…
In Memorium: Ralph C. Putnam
Ralph C. Putnam, Jr., a former administrator of the Community Foundation, passed away on September 9, 2009. Mr. Putnam (1915-2009) served from 1962-1990 on our board of directors and was administrator from 1962-1982. Read More… Read more…
In Memorium: Marguerite E. Miller
The Marguerite E. Miller Education Foundation was created to celebrate the life of an extraordinary woman who touched the lives of many. Learn More… Read more…
