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With great sadness GLCUSBC has been notifed that the former Proprietor of Bertrands Lanes George Lawrence has passed away George Carlton Lawrence, 87, of Gurnee, Illinois, passed away peacefully at home on August 7, 2025.
Born June 7, 1938, in Grayslake, IL. George was the son of Evan and Bernice Lawrence. He grew up in Grayslake and graduated from Warren High School in Gurnee, IL. George and his wife Doris have lived in Gurnee for 37 years. He went on to build a life centered around hard work, servant leadership, and family. For over 60 years, George was partner and eventually became owner of Bertrand Bowling Lanes in Waukegan. He was also passionate about bowling and getting others involved with the sport. During his tenure at Bertrand Lanes, he hosted many Pro Bowl (PBA) tournaments and bowlathons. In May 1999, he was the 23rd inductee in the Lake County Bowling Association Hall of Fame. To recognize his years of service and impact on the Community, the City of Waukegan presented George with the Extra Mile for Waukegan Award in June 2023. He was a member of the Waukegan Exchange Club, where he held various roles, including President, and received the Book of Golden Deeds award. He was also a member of the Waukegan Moose Lodge #706 and the Waukegan Elks Lodge #702. George was also on the Board of Directors for the Family Service Agency of Northern Lake County. George was known for his tremendous work ethic, kindness, and willingness to help others. He supported many civic organizations in the community, and coordinated fundraising events, including pancake days, silent auctions, casino nights, parades, and a mystery theater. For over 20 years, he enjoyed regularly vacationing in Kauai, where many wonderful family memories and friendships were made. George is survived by his wife, Doris, her daughter, his three children, and seven grandchildren with a great-grandchild on the way. He was preceded in death by his parents (Evan and Bernice) and siblings (Ray, Richard, and Margaret), Doris’ son and has three surviving siblings (Trudy, Evan “Bud”, and Bob). A visitation will be held on August 21, 2025, from 12:00 to 2:00 PM at the Warren Funeral Home, 1475 N. Cemetery Road, Gurnee, IL with memorial service that will begin at 2:00 PM. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research or to the Waukegan High School bowling program by sending a check to the Waukegan Athletics Bowling Team, attention: Colette Erbach, Athletic Director, 2325 Brookside Avenue, Waukegan, IL 60085. George will be remembered for his love for family, the kindness he showed to those around him, and the lasting impact he left on everyone who knew him. He will be greatly missed and never forgotten! To order memorial trees or send flowers to the family in memory of George Carlton Lawrence, please visit our flower store. Joe Kuna
Thomas Beyer Thomas Reichardt William Kalaytowicz Superior Performance Eugene Holst and Anthony Kaskadden Meritorious Performance Joe Piontwoski We have some milestones that were celebrated at the 2024 USBC Opens. Here are some bowlers who are reaching milestone at USBC Nationals tournament this week. Congratulations to them all. Here is Chip Aki from USBC awarding Bobby Wright and Danny Aaron with there 25 and 45 year plaques!!!! Congratulations gentlemen!! Other local awards that were honored: GLCUSBC Hall of Famer Mike Hanninen 43 years participation, Don Burza 42 years of participation, Michael Geiger 28 years of participation, Paul Sonders 23 consecutive years of participation, Howard McBride 26 consecutive years of participation, Steve Modlin 26 consecutive years of participation. Thank you for all you do to support bowling!   Thank you to the bowlers of the Greater Lake County USBC and friends who supported our fundraising efforts during the 2022-23 season. Today we presented a check to Damaris Lorta at A Safe Place in the amount of $3,421.00. Presenting the checks were Angie Cevallos (Fundraising Chairperson), Pat Christensen (President) and Jennifer Vackar (Vice President).   Thank you to the Greater Lake County USBC bowlers and friends who supported our 2022-23 fundraising efforts through the 50/50 and ball raffles. Today we presented a check to SEDOL Superintendent, Val Donnan, in the amount of $3,421. Presenting the checks were Fundraising Chairperson, Angie Cevallos and Vice President, Jennifer Vackar. It is with deep sadness to inform our association that the bowling community has lost a great man and proprietor of Fair Haven And Sunset Lanes, Jim Gochis. He will forever be remembered in our hearts.  James "Jim" Peter Gochis, born December 19, 1937, fell asleep in the Lord November 22, 2022. Beloved husband of Betty Gochis nee Apostol for 56 years. Loving father of Peter (Lynn) Gochis and Alyssa (Steve) Sinclair. Devoted son of the late Peter and Asemo Gochis. Proud grandfather of Jordyn and James Gochis and Stephen, Collin and Sophia Sinclair. Fond uncle and cousin of many. Visitation Thursday, December 1, 2022 from 4:00 PM until 8:00 PM at N. H. Scott & Hanekamp Funeral Home, 1240 Waukegan Road, Glenview, IL 60025. Funeral Service Friday, December 2, 2022, 10:30 AM at Saint Nectarios Greek Orthodox Church, 133 South Roselle Road, Palatine, IL 60067. Entombment to follow at All Saints Cemetery, Des Plaines IL. In lieu of flowers memorial donations to Saint Nectarios Greek Orthodox Church or Wounded Warriors P.O. Box 758516, Topeka, Kansas 66675-8516 would be appreciated. Arrangements by Memory Eternal Funeral Directors, Ltd. (847) 375-0095.
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