Obituary of Rena Rago

Rena M. Rago (nee Rogers) Age 85, of Crest Hill, died peacefully on Thursday, September 27, 2007 at Lakewood Center in Plainfield. She was born December 16, 1921 in Oklahoma to the late Eugene and Mary Rogers, she was raised in Colorado. She was a former Roseland and Romeoville resident. Rena was a retired teacher with District #365U of Romeoville/Bolingbrook; she had a great desire to learn as well as teach. She was also a talented artist, who enjoyed singing. Loving wife of 47 years to the late James (1988); beloved mother of Bella (late Jack) Zielinski, Mary (Larry) Kreczmer and Sharon Barrett (Stephen Coates); loving grandmother of Renee, Noreen and Barry; proud great-grandmother of Matthew, Katherine, Marisa and Layne. As it was Rena's wish, Cremation Rites have been accorded. A private family Memorial Service will be held. Memorials in her name to Harbor Lights Hospice or to your local Humane Society would be appreciated. Arrangements by: FRED C. DAMES FUNERAL HOME 3200 Black at Essington Rds., Joliet For information: (815) 741-5500