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The voters spoke on Tuesday, April 4, and Villa Park now has a new Village President. Albert “Al” Bulthuis handily bested fellow trustee Robert ‘Bob’ Taglia and long-time resident Charles ‘Chuck’ Pickerill to win the seat. The official totals in the three way race were: Bulthuis 1,505 votes (44.66%), Robert J. Taglia 1,099 votes (32.61%) and Charles Pickerill 766 votes (22.73%).

Total votes cast were 3505, about a 24.6% turn out of Villa Park’s eligible voters.

Four candidates vied for the three Board of Trustee seats up for election. Incumbent Nick Cuzzone garnered the most votes with 2,327 votes (29.94%), followed by incumbent Robert J. ‘Bob’ Wagner at 2,056 (26.45%) and Cheryl Orlow Tucker with 1,783 (22.94%). David Cilella fell short with 1,607 votes (20.67%).

“It was all about knocking on doors and talking with residents,” Cuzzone said after the election. “I went out and did a lot of walking and talking!”

The elevation of Bulthuis to the President’s seat leaves an unfilled seat on the Board, as the spot isn’t up for election until 2019. Bulthuis will need to name someone to fill the unexpired term. The Board of Trustees then confirms the appointment. At press time, their was no indication of who Bulthuis might choose to fill his seat as Trustee.

“We didn’t talk about who he might appoint,” said Trustee Cuszzone. “Some say Dave (Cilella, the ‘odd man out’ among the trustee candidates) should be considered, but that is Al’s choice. The Board will then have a vote on his choice.”

Village Clerk Hosanna Korynecky ran unopposed and received 2,716

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It was all about knocking on doors and talking with residents. I went out and did a lot of walking and talking.”

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votes. She will serve another fouryear term as Clerk.

The voters also weighed in on funding two large projects in the Village: The Library remodeling and water/sewer infrastructure needs.

The issuance of nearly $10 million in bonds to pay for needed repairs and upgrades to the library passed by a wide margin: 2,215 votes to 1,234, or 64.22$ to 35.78%. The library question was debated among many residents as the bonds issued to pay for the upgrades are paid back via a property tax increase.

In the end, voters decided the improvements to the building and programs was worth the cost. Proponents of the library upgrade pointed out that a nice library also helps lift property values for everyone in the Village.

The second proposal, a one-half cent sales tax increase to help fund infrastructure needs, also won by a landslide: 2176 votes to 1,234. This 63.81% to 36.19% split was very different than the vote for a similar tax increase during the November, 2016 election. Voters rejected that measure by a 51.72% to 48.28% (4,818 to 4,498) margin.

Proponents of the sales tax increase noted that much of the money generated comes from shoppers that live outside Villa Park and thus, the impact on residents is lessened.

Regular at York Township turns 96

On Monday, April 3, Lee Laechelt celebrated his 96th birthday at the York Township Senior Nutrition Center, 1502 South Meyers Road in Lombard. Lee is a regular at the York Township Senior Nutrition Center. Director of Senior Services Megan Beglin surprised Lee with a birthday cake before lunch. The Senior Center lunch crowd sang a rousing chorus of “Happy Birthday” after which Lee made a wish, blew out the candles and cut the cake which was served as dessert at his request.

Tom Cullerton honored for protecting mental health funding The Association of Community Mental Health Authorities of Illinois (ACMHAI) presented an award to Senator Tom Cullerton (D-Villa Park) for his efforts to protect mental health funding.

Cullerton advanced legislation last year to push for greater local government consolidation.

During negotiations, he learned that local health boards could be caught in the crossfire of potential government consolidation plans.

He worked diligently to ensure local mental health dollars were protected by removing Community Mental Health Authorities from potentially disastrous effects.

Cullerton, chief architect of the government consolidation models used in Senate Bill 3 and House Bill 4501, worked with ACMHAI to make sure DuPage County’s vulnerable populations were protected from unintentional consequences.

“The purpose of government con-

solidation is to streamline processes to make sure government is working in step with the needs of the people,” Cullerton said. “Government should be efficient and effective. But when we eliminate services for our most vulnerable residents, our efforts become counterproductive. I simply cannot stand for that.”

ACMHAI plans to continue working with Cullerton to advocate for state mental health funding.

“Senator Cullerton has shown great leadership in his commitment to protect the $75 million in local mental health grant funding resources generated in local counties, townships and municipalities throughout the state of Illinois,” Debbie Humphrey, ACMHAI President said. “At a time when demand for mental health and substance abuse services is dramatically increasing while funding sources are shrinking, these valuable local funds serve as an important lifeline to those seeking access to treatment.”

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The Kiwanis Club of Villa Park’s annual Vidalia Sweet Onion Sale Fundraiser is underway. The Vidalia Onion Sale sponsored by the Kiwanis Club of Villa Park has only a few weeks to go. Ten pounds of Vidalia Onions for $10 is a healthy treat for COURTESY PHOTO Villa Park Independent the family.

The Association of Community Mental Health Authorities of Illinois Order forms to purchase the on(ACMHAI) presented an award to Senator Tom Cullerton (D-Villa ions are available on the Kiwanis Park) for his efforts to protect mental health funding.

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or by calling Sandy Hill at 630-8341164, ext. 111, by e- mailing shill@ vppl.info or from any Villa Park Kiwanis member. The onions can be ordered up through 12 noon on April 28. Customers can pick up their orders on Saturday, May 13, from 9 a.m. to 12 noon at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 545 S. Ardmore, Villa Park.

Proceeds from the sale benefit local charitable services.

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Scenic overlook at Greene Valley to open May 6 Great views at highest public ground in DuPage County

See a soaring hawk, launch a model glider and see the Chicago skyline from 190 feet above the ground at the Forest Preserve District of DuPage County’s scenic overlook at Green Valley Forest Preserve in Naperville, which opens on weekends starting May 6.

The overlook will be open Saturdays and Sundays from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. through Oct. 29, weather permitting, although Environmental Protection Agency activities may

cause it to close without notice. The converts methane the landfill produc- the landfill’s former disposal oper- struction of the recreational improveaccess drive is off Greene Road south es into energy, which powers thou- ations and the gas-to-energy plant ments and continue to fund the mainof 79th Street. Visitors can park at sands of area homes. Revenue from — not tax dollars — funded con- tenance of the overlook. the summit, where District staff will be on hand to answer questions and provide binoculars and a spotting scope for views of far-off vistas and migrating birds.

Visitors with valid District permits can launch non-powered crafts from the top; permits are available online or through Visitor Services at 630933-7248 weekdays 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

For a more “down-to-earth” exploration, hikers and bikers can use the 1.9-mile Hawk Trail, which circles the hill’s base.

The overlook rests on top of a closed landfill, which operated from 1974 to 1996. A gas-to-energy plant

Poland’s Solidarity Leader among special guests at DuPage Dems gala The Democratic Party of DuPage County (DPDC) hosts its annual gala Sunday, April 23 from 4-10 p.m. at Carlisle Banquets, at 435 S. Butterfield Rd. in Lombard. The event will feature Deputy Chair of the Democratic National Committee and the first Muslim elected to Congress Keith Ellison; gubernatorial candidates Chris Kennedy, Ald. Ameya Pawar and J.B. Pritzker; Poland’s Secretary of Solidarity Ewa Zydorek; and other state and congressional elected officials.

Proceeds from the event will sup-

port the DPDC’s efforts to elect Democrats at all levels of government.

Individual tickets--$150 before April 1 and $175 after April 1--can be purchased at DuPageDemocratsGala. com.

In addition to remarks from the above speakers, the evening will feature a raffle, live music and dancing.

The event is supported by several local businesses and unions.

Media contact: Amanda ReCupido, amanda.recupido@gmail.com, 847.445.2360.

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Police Reports

Glen Ellyn men charged with armed robbery

Area police departments recently reported the following arrests and citations. Readers are reminded that an arrest does not constitute a conviction, and that subjects are considered innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law. Juveniles age 17-or-younger are not named.

DuPage County State’s Attorney Robert B. Berlin announced last week that bond has been set for the second of two men, both now former students at the College of DuPage, accused of stealing a female student’s purse and backpack at gunpoint in a ColDeandre Ford lege of DuPage parking lot.

Last week, Judge Richard Russo kept bond at $300,000 with 10% to apply in accordance with a previously issued arrest warrant for Deandre Ford, 19, of 390 Spruce Lane, Glen Ellyn.

On February 11, 2017, Ford’s alleged accomplice, Javon Burruss, 19, also of 390 Spruce Lane, Glen Ellyn appeared in Bond

Addison April 6 Police said Dorian Sobus, 25, of Addison, had a failure to appear warrant out of the Cook County Sheriff’s Department for retail theft.

April 4 • Police said Diana C. Clark, 29, of Chicago, had an original warrant out of the Addison Police Department for retail theft, and a failure to appear warrant out of the Orland Park Police Department for a traffic violation.

• Rodrigo Gomez, 21, of Addison and Angel Hernandez, 21, of Schaumburg, were charged with unlawful contact with a street gang member in the 1-100 block of W. Michael Lane at around 8:23 p.m.

March 31 Remando Stevens, 48, of Chicago, was charged with hit and run, leaving the scene of an accident, failure to yield and driving while license suspended in the 400 block of N. Swift Road at around 6:40 p.m.

Court where Judge Russo set bond at $250,000 with 10% to apply in accordance with a previously issued arrest warrant. Both men have been charged with one count of Armed Robbery (Class X Felony), one count of Aggravated Robbery (Class 1 Felony) and Javon Burruss one count of Robbery (Class 2 Felony).

It is alleged that on September 12, 2016, at approximately 10:30 p.m., the two men approached their victim, who was alone in the parking lot. It is alleged that Burruss was armed with a gun, later determined to be a BB gun, and that he held the gun in a “ready position” during the robbery. It is further alleged

that the two men stole the student’s purse and backpack and then fled the scene. An investigation conducted by the College of DuPage and Wheaton Police Departments led authorities to Burruss and Ford. Burruss was apprehended by the College of DuPage and Wheaton Police Departments on February 10, 2017.

Last month, Ford was apprehended by authorities in Texas and was transported to DuPage County on April 4, 2017.

Ford’s next court appearance is scheduled for May 1, 2017, in front of Judge Robert Miller. Burruss’ next court appearance is scheduled for April 13, 2017, in front of Judge Brian Telander.

The public is reminded that this complaint contains only charges and is not proof of the defendants’ guilt.

Business briefs

• Realty Group honored as #3 in nation, #1 in Midwest At the Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices National Convention

Medicine Clinic and is accepting new patients at both offices.

• Edward Jones named Best Workplace in Financial Services in Phoenix held last week, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Edward Jones has been named one of the country’s Best KoenigRubloff Realty Group was named the #3 BHHS brokerage Workplaces in Financial Services and Insurance by Forin the nation, known as the Berkshire Elite Circle. KoenigRubloff tune magazine and consulting firm Great Place to Work®, was also honored as the #1 brokerage in the Midwest Region. ranking as the No. 4 large company. It was also the topranked full-service financial firm among all 40 companies Dr. Julia Afridi on the list.

• Elmhurst Medical Group welcomes new physician Dr. Julia Afridi, a board certified family medicine physician, joins “We are proud of this recognition and the workplace we There were no police reports from Villa Elmhurst Memorial Medical Group in Oak Park and Elmhurst. She have built where we recognize that our success is the result of the contribuPark Police Department this week. has been named Medical Director of Elmhurst Hospital’s Integrative tions from our associates,” said Jason Janes, financial advisor for Edward Jones. “As a growing firm, always seeking to attract and retain top talent, we build our workplace upon our values, our culture and our clear focus on serving our clients.”

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The campground opens at 1 p.m. on Friday, May 5 and will be open Friday and Saturday nights through Oct. 1 as well as Thursday nights May 25-Aug. 31. To accommodate holiday campers, sites are also available the nights of Sunday, May 28;

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Worship Services Directory

Easter Sunday Worship Service

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Sunday, April 16, 2017 10:25 A.M.

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Saturday, April 15th 8:00 p.m.

April 13 Maundy Thursday:

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Easter Day Masses

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April 14 Good Friday:

Sunday, April 16th 8:15 am., 10:00 a.m. and 12:00 Noon in Church

First United Methodist Church of Elmhurst 232 South York (Corner of York and Church) (630) 834-2440 umcelmhurst.org All are welcome.

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Holy Communion on Sunday, March 26, at 9:30 a.m.

Easter Worship on Sunday, April 16, at 9:30 a.m.

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College program recalls Elie Wiesel, Holocaust survivor In 2012 when author and humanitarian Elie Wiesel received the Chicago Tribune Literary Prize, Tribune critic Howard Reich interviewed him about his life and work. The two struck up a friendship that lasted until Wiesel’s death in July of 2016,

brought together by Wiesel’s work, and by the Holocaust.

Reich will discuss his relationship with Wiesel and Wiesel’s literary classic, Night—the haunting memoir of his experience in the Nazi concentration camps during the annual Ho-

locaust Service of Remembrance and Lecture at Elmhurst College.

The program will take place on Sunday, April 23 at 7 p.m. in the Founders Lounge of the Frick Center on the campus of Elmhurst College.

Admission is free and the public is

invited.

Wiesel was a survivor of the death camps; and Reich has shared with the world the story of his mother, a Holocaust survivor who had hidden from the Nazis as a young girl and later would struggle with the aftermath.

The Holocaust Service of Remembrance and Lecture is a highlight of the Holocaust Education Project, which for more than 25 years has considered the events and lessons of the Holocaust, as well as their ties to the modern world.

Nature’s Beauty…ACA presents Paintings by Marge Hall

“April showers bring May flowers.....” and Addison Center for the Arts brings to you the talented artist, Marge Hall, and her flowers and landscapes.

Addison Center for the Arts Gallery will be presenting a collection of oil paintings titled, “Nature’s

Beauty.”

Marge Hall is a floral portrait artist, designer, award-winner and teacher at the Dupage Art League in Wheaton.

This nationally recognized artist has discovered her own color vocabulary based on a pallet that

combines elements of strong but almost mystical light with drama and photo realism. This exhibit is bold and dramatic yet sensitive and intimate. This exhibit reflects the vibrant colors and luscious textures that captures the spiritual elements of nature. Her attention to detail is

displayed in the subtle tonal qualities of each petal she paints.

“Nature’s Beauty” can be viewed May 3 to June 9, 2017. Wednesdays - Saturdays, from 1-4 p.m., at Addison Center for the Arts, located 213 N. Lombard Rd. Door 4 of the Addison Trail High School.

There will be an artist reception that is open to the public where you can enjoy refreshments, view the paintings and meet the artist on Friday, May 5 from 7-9 p.m.

For more information, visit: www.addisoncenterforthearts.com, or call 630-458-4500.

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Immaculate Conception Catholic Church 134 Arthur St., Elmhurst, IL 630 530-8515 All are Welcome to Pray with Us

Holy Family Evangelical Catholic Church 159 W. North Avenue in Elmhurst

Holy Thursday - April 13

8:00 am. Morning Prayer, Church 7:00 p.m. Mass of the Lord’s Supper, Chapel (Adoration of the Eucharist will follow in the Church) 11:45 p.m. Night Prayer, Church

Sunday Mass at 1:00 PM Confessions at 12:30 PM

Good Friday - April 14

Mass of Healing & Anointing 1st Sunday

Holy Saturday - April 15

Mass for First Responders & Veterans 4th Sunday

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Park Art Center showcases local artists

PAUL DELGUIDICE PHOTOS Villa Park Independent

Willowbrook freshman Michael Horton stands by his acrylic painting on April 5 at Park Art Center. The Exhibition runs through May 6. The Park Art Center is located at 9 East Park Blvd. in Villa Park.

Two District 88 students Riley and Kevin discuss their peer’s work during the exhibit opening party.

Above: Hannah Howard, a senior, works in ceramics which are also on display as part of the District 88 exhibition.

Left: Wendee Coles, co-founder and exhibition coordinator at the Park Art Center, has a few words for the crowd.

Upcoming chamber evemts

Megan Janopoulos, a Willowbrook H.S. junior, points out her artwork “copilot” during the Park Art Center Gallery Opening event for the District 88 Students Artwork exhibition.

Willowbrook seniors invited to apply for Athletic Booster Club scholarship The Willowbrook Athletic Booster Club invites Willowbrook seniors to apply for the 2016-17 Senior Athlete Scholarship.

To be a candidate for this scholarship, a student must be: • a senior at Willowbrook, • qualified to enter the school (college) of his/her choice on a full-time basis upon graduating from high school and be • affiliated with a varsity sport, poms and/or cheerleading during his/her senior year.

Candidates must file a completed application form with the Scholarship Committee by 5 p.m. on April 21, 2017. After the form is complete, save it as a Word document and attach it to an e-mail to warriorboosterscholarship@gmail.com. Include in the subject line of the e-mail your name and “scholarship application.” For example: “John Smith scholarship application.”

For the full scholarship rules/details, and to access the application form, go to https://dupage88.net/site/page/983.

Chamber luncheon to welcome Governor On Wednesday, April 19, the Villa Park Chamber of Commerce is joining the Greater O’Hare Association to host a luncheon featuring Governor Bruce Rauner. It will be held from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Belvedere Banquets, 1170 W. Devon Ave., Elk Grove.

Tickets are $30 paid in advance, $35 reservations paid at the door; $40 for walk-ins. The event is open to the public. To register, visit VillaParkChamber.org or call 630-941-9133.

Obituary

MARY JEAN MCGEE, 85 Mary Jean McGee nee Stuhr age 85, Beloved wife of the late Leo, loving mother of Patricia (Jay) Krush, Janice (Patrick) DePew, David (Pamela), Barbara Steffens, James (Susan), Kathleen (Jeffrey) Berchtold, Carol (John) Morris and Joseph (Julie Johnson) McGee, dearest grandmother of 20, great grandmother of 6, dear sister of Carol Agster and the late Thomas (Mary Survives) Stuhr, fond aunt of many. Funeral Mass was held on Monday April 10, 2017 at St. John the Apostle Church, 330 N. Westmore, Villa Park. Interment Queen of Heaven CemSalvation Army hosts breakfast etery, Hillside. For more information, call or 630-832-4161 or On Tuesday, April 25 from 7:30-9 a.m., the Salvation Army visit steuerlefh.com. at 1S415 Summit in Oakbrook Terrace, is hosting a complimentary breakfast so visitors can learn more about the good work the organization does in area communities. Join members Calvary Church hosts community meal of the Villa Park and Elmhurst Chambers of Commerce, hosted Calvary United Methodist Church, 136 E. Highland,(the

by Sue Linden of the Salvation Army. Please RSVP to 630-808- NW corner of Highland and Summit) Villa Park, will host its 4165 or sue_linden@usc.salvationarmy.com. monthly “Third Thursday Community Meal with Speaker,” on Thursday, April 20. Dinner starts at 5:30 p.m., followed by State Treasurer to address multi-Chamber luncheon guest speaker Lena Motola from Walgreens Drug Store, who On Thursday, April 27, there will be a multi-Chamber Lun- will share information regarding managing one’s health, type cheon at Alta Villa Banquets, 430 No. Addison, featuring an ad- 2 diabetes and general information on Medicare part D. The dress delivered by Michael W. Frerichs, the Illinois State Trea- public is welcome and dinner is free. surer. Registration begins at 11:30 a.m. followed by lunch; the program begins at 12:15 p.m. Participating chambers include Youth Baseball opening day coming soon Addison, Bartlett, Carol Stream, and Villa Park.

Reservations are required no later than Friday, April 21, as The Villa Park Youth Baseball Association has announced space is limited. that opening day for Villa Park Youth Baseball will be Saturday, To make a reservation, call 630-941-9133 or email vpcham- April 22. Games will be played at Jefferson Fields in Villa Park ber@sbcglobal.net. at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m.

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Twin sisters turn 94

Lexington Square residents have been close since childhood

As twin sisters, 96-year-old Tracie Banser and Yolanda (Lonnie) Buseman have been nearly inseparable for much of their lives.

“We’ve only been separated when she got married,” says Lonnie. “We didn’t dress alike any more, but we would call each other up every day.”

“We were very, very close,” recalls Tracie. “We never were alone. I went someplace, she went with me. We’d go together all the time. We just didn’t feel right going any place by ourselves.”

Tracie and Lonnie were born on Oct. 1, 1920 in Matoka, West Virginia, a small town in the southern part of the state.

When they were in their teens, they moved to the Chicago area where, as identical twins, they enjoyed trading places to see if their unsuspecting victims would notice.

Lonnie recalls the time she and Tracie were on a double date with their boyfriends at the Aragon Ballroom.

“We danced all evening, changed partners and had a great time,” says Lonnie. “They did not know who they were dancing with, at least ‘til we got home and kissed us good night (when we told them). They got very angry and said they weren’t going to ask us out again if we ever did that again.”

Tracie ended up marrying her real boyfriend from that double date, Anthony (Tony) Falduto, in 1942. They were married for 25 years until Tony passed away. Tracie later re-married – her husband of 12 years, Henry Bans-

er, died in 1981.

Tracie, who has three daughters and three granddaughters, is also proud to note that while working in the personnel office at Motorola, she sold war bonds to employees to support the country during World War II. Lonnie and Onno Buseman married in 1947 and were together for 55 years until 2002, when Onno passed away.

Lonnie, who has three daughters, two sons, and six grandchildren, was a part of history at Motorola, where she was part of the team that built the first Motorola TV that came off the production line in 1949.

Tracie and Lonnie have done just about everything together, including staying healthy. They acknowledge good genes have a lot to do with their good health and longevity, but they also credit: a very positive family life during childhood, maintaining that happiness as adults, healthy diet, staying active and having friends.

Tracie and Lonnie say they were very happy all of their young lives.

They both say their mom and dad were wonderful and that even though they were a family of nine, they did not want for anything.

The twins live in separate units at the Lexington Square Senior Living Community in Elmhurst .

They check in with each other every SUBMITTED PHOTO Addison Independent morning and are very active – swimming, exercising, dancing, playing Lonnie Buseman (left) and Tracie Banser, 96-year-old twins, check in with each other every morning and cards (to keep the mind active) and are very active – swimming, exercising, dancing, playing cards (to keep the mind active) and helping at bingo at the Lexington Square Senior Living Community in Elmhurst. helping at bingo.

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Montini Catholic congratulates Foreign Language Honor Society Inductees

Montini Catholic High School in Lombard recently congratulated the newest inductees into their Spanish and French Honor Societies. The honorees are traditionally inducted each year as part of the Lasallian school’s Cultural Awareness Week festivities.

This year’s ceremony was held on March 22nd in the school’s auditorium. Members and families were welcomed by Montini’s Foreign Language Department Chair, Mrs. Roberta Raike.

Eligibility requires that students have a cumulative 3.5 GPA, including a 4.0 GPA in their specific language, as well as a commitment to taking the foreign language all four years at Montini. This year six students achieved French Honor Society status and 24 students achieved Spanish Honor Society status.

Congratulations to: French Honor Society Inductees Isabella Angelo Margaret Chaffin Phallyn Habercoss Audrey Maloney Caeley O’Connor Samuel Stevenson

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Spanish Honor Society inductees line up to receive their certificates.

Junior Luke Gorogianis from Lombard receives his induction certificate from Spanish Teacher, Hilda Castor.

Spanish Honor Society Inductees Dominic Antonelli Maureen Barrett Andrew Bolisay Brianna Clifton Marie Corpuz Emily Detmers Raquel Dorado Renata Foerstel Luke Gorogianis Eleazar Ibarra

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Margaret Chaffin receives her induction certificate from French Teacher, Tim Egan.

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Cherry Farm Tudor

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“THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE” W16-0385 21567 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 18TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT, CHANCERY DIVISION RoundPoint Mortgage Servicing Corporation; Plaintiff, VS. Chris A. Fuchs; Roberta J. Medema-Fuchs; Defendants.

16CH 947 NOTICE OF JUDICIAL SALE OF REAL ESTATE MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that pursuant to a judgment heretofore entered by the said court occurred in the above entitled cause, John E. Zaruba, Sheriff of DuPage, Illinois, will on May 9, 2017, at the hour of 10:00 AM at DuPage County Sheriff’s Office, 501 North County Farm Road, Southwest Lobby, Wheaton, IL 60187, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate in the said judgment mentioned, situated in the County of DuPage, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy such judgment to wit: LOT 36 IN FIRST ADDITION TO CARON’S FARMWOOD, BEING A RESUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 17 AND PART OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 20, TOWNSHIP 40 NORTH, RANGE 11, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF

RECORDED NOVEMBER 9, 1978 AS DOCUMENT R78-108399 AND RE-RECORDED AS DOCUMENT R80-02202, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. C/K/A: 1135 North Thatcher Lane, Addison, IL 60101 PIN: 03-20-100-027 The person to contact regarding information regarding this property is: Sales Dept., The Wirbicki Law Group, 33 W. Monroe St., Suite 1140, Chicago, IL 60603. Any questions regarding this sale should refer to file number W16-0385. The terms of the sale are Cash. 10% at time of sale, with the balance due within 24 hours. The property is improved by: Single Family Home. The Property is not open for inspection prior to sale.

The real estate, together with all buildings and improvements thereon, and tenements, hereditament and appurtenances thereunto belonging shall be sold under such terms.

Russell C. Wirbicki (6186310) The Wirbicki Law Group LLC Attorney for Plaintiff 33 W. Monroe St., Suite 1140 Chicago, IL 60603 Phone: 312-360-9455 Fax: 312-572-7823 Atty. No. 21567 W16-0385 pleadings.il@wirbickilaw.com I718198 (Published in the Addison Independent, Bensenville Independent & Villa Park Independent March 30, April 6 & 13, 2017) 276549 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY WHEATON, ILLINOIS U.S. Bank National Association, as Trustee, for Residential Asset Securities Corporation, Home Equity Mortgage Asset-Backed

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Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2006EMX4 PLAINTIFF Vs. Gustavo Villegas; et. al.

DEFENDANTS 2015CH 001607 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 10/19/2016, John Zaruba, the Sheriff of DuPage County, Illinois will on 5/23/17 at the hour of 10:00 A.M. at DuPage County Sheriff’s Office, 501 North County Farm Road, Wheaton, IL 60187, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of DuPage and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT 53 IN BLOCK 2 IN OLD MILL ESTATES UNIT 2 BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF THE NORTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 20, TOWNSHIP 40 NORTH, RANGE 11, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED OCTOBER 18, 1957 AS DOCUMENT 860135, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. PIN 03-20-221-018 Improved with Residential COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 932 N. Craig Place Addison, IL 60101 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified

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funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours.

The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information.

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCOR-

DANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-15-13441.

I718910 (Published in the Addison Independent, Bensenville Independent & Villa Park Independent April 13, 20 & 27, 2017) 277646

LEGAL NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by the Board of Education of Bensenville Elementary School District 2 that a tentative amended budget for said school district for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2016 will be available for public inspection between 7:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. on the 17th of April 2017 at the Education Administration Center, 210 S. Church Road, Bensenville, IL, in this school district until May 17th, 2017.

NOTICE IS FURTHER BEING GIVEN that a public hearing on said tentative amended budget will be held at 6:30 p.m. local time on the 17th day of May 2017, in the Lifelong Learning Center of the Education Administration Center, 210 S. Church Road, Bensenville, IL, in this school district.

Dated this 14th day of April 2017.

Donna Prunatto, Secretary BOARD OF EDUCATION SCHOOL DISTRICT 2 COUNTY OF DUPAGE, STATE OF ILLINOIS (Published in the Addison Independent, Bensenville Independent & Villa Park Independent April 13, 2017) 278274

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Local church hosts benefit concert Christ Covenant Church, located at 350 No. Addison Rd. In Villa Park, will host a benefit concert on Sunday, April 23 at 1 p.m.

It will feature the composition and music of Cynthia Papierniak and will include piano solos, instrumental ensemble, a piano duet, and sacred songs including a choral setting of the 23rd Psalm. Students and church members will be performing, and there will be an opportunity for audience participation.

Cynthia Papierniak started studying piano when she was seven years old. She received her Bachelor of Arts in music education from Montclair State College, New Jersey, studying piano and French horn.

She earned an M.S. in Biology at the Illinois Institute of Technology and worked as a research technician in several Chicago area hospitals.

Currently, she teaches Suzuki piano in Chicago and in her home studio in Oak Park. She is a member of Christ Covenant Church in Villa Park and is a student of Dr. Michael Fritsch.

A free will offering will be taken to benefit the mission fund for Katherine and Peter Lee. This summer, the Lee family will leave for Avignon, France as missionaries for two years supported by the Evangelical Covenant Church. Alongside a partner French church, Peter and Katherine hope to share the love of Jesus with the French and equip leaders for the church’s next generation. Tax-deductible donations will go toward their mission fund. Additional information can be found at covchurch.org/pklee/or search Facebook for Katherine Choi-Lee. The concert is open to the public. For more information contact the Christ Covenant Church office at 630-758-0252 or office@ parkwoodcommunity.org.

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Friday, April 14 • Library screens holiday matinees Children of all ages can stop by the Villa Park Public Library at 1 p.m. for a special movie screenings of new DVD releases (all rated PG). Registration is not required. For more information including the movie titles and running times, go to vppl.info or call 630-834-1164.

• LEGO® Program for ages 2-5 Children ages 2-5 are invited to LEGO®DUPLO® Build + Play for an hour of building, playing, and socializing with other kids and families.

Sessions will take place at the Villa Park Public Library from10 to 10:45 a.m. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is required for each session. Info: visit the library’s website at vppl.info or call 630-834-1164.

• Baking, Egg Coloring with the Easter Bunny Villa Park Recreation is offering special Easter programs for kids.

Baking with the Bunny, takes place from 1-3 p.m. Kids ages 4-10 will bake delicious goodies, participate in holiday activities and visit with the

Villa Park bunny. In the morning, Egg Coloring will be held 9-10 a.m. for ages 4-10. Kids will color eggs to take home for their own at-home egg hunt. Pre-registration is needed for both programs which will be held at the Iowa Community Center, 338 N. Iowa. Info: call 630-834-8970 or visit invillapark.com.

Saturday, April 15 Folk singer Mark Dvorak visits the library Musician and instructor at Chicago’s Old Town School of Folk Music, Mark Dvorak, will be at the Villa Park Public Library at 6:30 p.m. to present The American Folk Song.

This program will include familiar standards, a few from Pete Seeger and Woody Guthrie, and stories of the Old Town School of Folk Music.

Registration is required. Info: visit the library’s website at vppl.info or call 630-834-1164.

Monday, April 17 Library screens holiday matinees Children of all ages can stop by the Villa Park Public Library at 1 p.m.

Community events

Kick-off of community gardens coming April 22 Fellow gardeners are invited to come to Westmore Park between Plymouth and Sunset, to celebrate Villa Park’s new community garden project.

On Saturday, April 22, at 1 p.m., all are welcome to come out, meet fellow gardeners and learn more about gardening opportunities and resources available from the following organizations: Pioneer Garden & Feed, SCARCE, St. Paul School, Tri-Town YMCA, Villa Park Garden Club, Villa Park Library and the Parks & Recreation Department.

For more information, call 630-834-

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Cynthia Papierniak will perform a benefit concert at Christ Covenant Church in Villa Park on Sunday, April 23 at 1 p.m.

Beneficiaries of Christ Covenant Church’s concert will be Peter and Katherine Lee and their family. This summer, the Lee family will leave for Avignon, France, as missionaries for two years supported by the Evangelical Covenant Church.

for a special movie screenings of new DVD releases (all rated PG). Registration is not required. For more information including the movie titles and running times, go to vppl.info or call 630-834-1164.

waiting for a reader. Children of all ages are invited to sign up for a 10 minute session with a furry companion. Those under the age of 7 must attend with an adult. All participants should choose a book to read to in advance. Registration is required. Info: visit the library’s website at vppl. info or call 630-834-1164.

Tuesday, April 18 • Engineering Club for grades 6-8 The Villa Park Public Library and Willowbrook High School are teaming up to bring the exciting world of engineering to middle school students. Led by Willowbrook teachers Joshua Zwart and Kevin Quinn and a few of their students, the library will hold Engineering Club from 4-5 p.m.

All students in grades 6-8 are welcome to attend this fun and educational program. Registration is required.

Info: visit the Villa Park Library’s website at vppl.info or call 630-8341164.

• Therapy dogs to visit the library The Villa Park Public Library will hold Bark for Books from 6:30-7:30 p.m. A variety of dogs, certified by Therapy Dogs International to be gentle listeners, will be at the library,

8970. In the event of rain, the event 83. Event takes place rain or shine, will be held at the Iowa Community so dress appropriately. Garbage bags Center. and water and snacks will be provided. Each volunteer receives a backPride Commission pack. Please bring your own work takes part in Earth Day gloves. For more information, e-mail On Earth Day, April 29, the Villa pride@invillapark.com Park Community Pride Commission with gather at the Villa Park Historic Garden Club holds plant sale Museum, 220 So. Villa Ave, from 9 The Garden Club of Villa Park will a.m. to 12 p.m. to help with clean- hold its annual plant sale on Friday, up of the Illinois Prairie Path and May 12 and Saturday, May 13 from Great Western Trail. Organizations, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. both day, or while clubs, churches, schools, boy/Girl supplies last. It will take place at the Scouts and residents are invited to Community Rec Center at 320 E. roll up their lsleeves and volunteer to Wildwood. The sale will include spepick up litter along g the trails from cialty plants, native plants, heirloom Addison Avenue to Villa Ave/Route vegetables and exotic herbs.

Wednesday, April 19 • Alzheimer’s activities seminar hosted by Terra Vista Terra Vista of Oakbrook Terrace is hosting a seminar about Alzheimer’s activities at 2 p.m. Come learn ideas for activities, guidelines to follow when engaging a loved one with dementia, and discover examples of activities of different stages of Alzheimer’s. To RSVP: info@terravista.org or call 630-534-0886.

• LEGO® Builders Club at the library The Villa Park Public Library will hold a session of its LEGO® Builders Club on this date from 3:30-4:30 p.m. for children ages 6 and older. Registration is required for this session. Info: visit the library’s website at vppl.info or call 630-834-1164.

paint their very own piggy bank to take home and start saving. Registration is required. Info: visit the library’s website at vppl.info or call 630-834-1164.

Tuesday, April 24 Library celebrates spring in delicious style Usher in the new season with Celebrate Spring at the Villa Park Public Library from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Jewel-Osco registered dietitians will share recipes and tastings that feature spring’s most delicious produce.

Registration is required. Info: visit the library’s website at vppl.info or call 630-834-1164.

Wednesday, April 26 • LEGO® Builders Club at the library The Villa Park Public Library will hold a session of its LEGO® Builders Club on this date from 3:30-4:30 p.m. for children ages 6 and older. Registration is required for this session. Info: visit the library’s website at vppl.info or call 630-834-1164.

• Increase financial literacy at the library What is a credit score? How is it calculated? What are the common myths about credit? Get answers to these questions and more at All About Credit at the Villa Park Public Library from 7-8 p.m. Registration is required. Info: visit the library’s website at vppl.info or call 630-834-1164.

Saturday, April 22 Library holds poetry reading The Villa Park Public Library will host a poetry reading, beginning at 7 p.m. Attendees are welcome to read their own original works or a selection from a favorite author. This program sponsored by the Friends of the Villa Park Library. Registration is required. Friday, April 28 Info: visit the library’s website at • Library hosts LEGO® Program vppl.info or call 630-834-1164. for younger children Children ages 2-5 are invited Monday, April 24 to LEGO®DUPLO® Build + Play for Celebrate Money Smart an hour of building, playing, and soWeek at the library Saving money is much more fun cializing with other kids and families. with a handmade piggy bank. In Sessions will take place at the Villa honor of Money Smart Week (April Park Public Library from10 to 10:45 22-29), the Villa Park Public Library a.m. All children must be accompawill host Piggy Paint from 3:30-4:30 nied by an adult. Registration is rep.m. Children ages 6-and-older can quired for each session.

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April 13, 2017 • 17

Pitching powering

What we did on spring break

Addison Trail baseball team’s Villasenor posts 36 strikeouts in first 19 innings of work

By Mike Miazga CORRESPONDENT

Addison Trail baseball coach Mike Kennedy thought his team would be pitching-rich this season. And in the early going of the 2017 season, that certainly has been the case. While the Blazers sat at 2-2 through midlast week, stellar pitching had helped the squad stay ultra-competitive in all four games. Not included in that total was a 2-2 stalemate after 11 innings against defending West Suburban Conference Gold Division champion Hinsdale South. “We were one out away from beating them at their place—the defending conference champions,” Kennedy noted.

“They hit a home run in the bottom of the seventh to tie it up. Our guys are confident and our pitching has been outstanding.” In particular, staff ace Nick Villasenor has been nearly unhittable. Through mid-last week, Villasenor had pitched in 19 innings (3 games) and had surrendered only two earned runs while striking out a staggering 36 batters in those 19 innings.

“The most impressive thing is Nick hasn’t walked anybody,” said Kennedy. “He’s been outstanding.” Kennedy also praised the mound work of Bobby Daniels. “Bobby is another guy who has been outstanding for us.

He’s given up three earned runs in 15 innings—that’s just outstanding,” he said. “Our pitching is on fire and our bats are starting to come around. It’s been a learning curve for our younger guys. We are starting to come

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We talk about Simon’s offense, but he’s an outstanding defensive catcher. He works for the pitchers.

He works for strikes.

If a team gets on first base he throws them out stealing.”

– Mike Kennedy, Addison Trail baseball coach

around and guys are getting more confident.”

At the plate, sophomore shortstop Michael Scali has been effective.

“Michael is hitting real well,” said Kennedy. “He’s made the adjustment to varsity ball really well.” Ricky Perez, Simon Marinelli and Jack Kalbas also have been aiding the offensive attack for the Blazers. “Ricky has been outstanding with his bat out of the No. 3 spot,” said Kennedy.

“Simon is leading off for us and getting on base. In the first three games, Jack Kalbas was on base six times.

He’s very disciplined as a hitter. He’s a big nuisance on the base path. He’ll take second and third on you on two pitches.

While Addison Trail’s pitching has been strong, Kennedy pointed out the staff has received an extra jolt from the play of Marinelli behind the

plate.

“Simon behind the plate stops the other team’s running game,” he said.

“We talk about Simon’s offense, but he’s an outstanding defensive catcher. He works for the pitchers. He works for strikes. If a team gets on first base he throws them out stealing.”

Kennedy noted the two games the squad has lost have been instances where some defensive miscues have been costly in close situations.

“We’ve been in every game,” he said. “We lost 2-1 to Glenbard North and gave up two unearned runs in the top of the sixth. We kicked a couple balls around. We lost 4-2 to Larkin and we kicked a couple of balls. In every game we’re keeping teams in check—they aren’t scoring a lot of runs on us. The most runs we’ve given up is four. If we can continue to do that and our hitting keeps coming around, hopefully we can start stringing together some wins. We know the next two weeks we’re playing games every day and we’re getting into the heart of conference play. We’re out there throwing strikes and our guys want to play defense. It keeps the game moving. The game against Hinsdale South, we played 11 innings in two hours and 15 minutes.

Our guys can play. They put in the work in the off-season and we’re starting to see that pay off now. Our record says 2-2, but we’re a much better team than that and we’re starting to see that.”

Willowbrook baseball team splits pair of games Warriors go 7-1 through first eight contests

By Mike Miazga CORRESPONDENT

The Willowbrook baseball team split a pair of recent non-conference games against Andrew and Oak Park-River Forest.

In a 10-9 win over Andrew out of Tinley Park, Alec Michaelson had three hits and an RBI. MJ Ranieri had two hits, two runs scored and two RBI. Ben Espinoza, Jon Kelso, Mason Kamp and Dan Gusel each had a hit. Gusel, Trevor Jaloszynski and Mike Dembowski each had an RBI. Gusel’s double capped a seven-run seventh inning that won the game for Willowbrook.

The Warriors scored nine of their

10 runs over the final two innings of the game. Willowbrook had nine hits.

In addition to Gusel, Ranieri and Kamp each had a double. Kyle Ferguson drove in two runs.

Scott Kohrt was the winner in relief. He threw the final two innings and allowed no hits and no earned runs. Jack Hines started and went 3 innings. Will Hines pitched two innings.

Willowbrook then dropped a 3-2 West Suburban Conference crossover contest to Oak Park-River Forest.

Oak Park led 2-1 after the first inning and 3-1 after five.

The Warriors had six hits in the game and made two errors. Kelso went 2-for-4 with two runs scored.

Ferguson had a hit and an RBI. Ranieri had an RBI. Dembowski had a hit, as did Gusel. Kamp went 1-for-1.

Dembowski had a double and Kelso had a triple.

Ferguson, Gusel and Kelso each stole a base.

Jack Nilles took the loss. He went four innings and allowed only five hits while striking out five. Vince Ruchala pitched the final two innings and struck out two.

In the JV game against Oak Park, Willowbrook led 9-1 after two innings on its way to a 10-3 win in three innings.

Espinoza had two hits, a run scored and an RBI. Nilles had a hit, a run scored and two RBI. Marshall McDonell, Nick Sabatino, Kamp, Jonn Taylor and JT Ceh also each had an RBI. Nilles doubled in the game.

Eric Gunst was the winning pitcher. He went two innings and struck out one. Ryan Carperos and Mike Cameron followed on the mound in the three-inning game.

Addison Trail softball team embarks on fun southern Illinois road trip

By Mike Miazga CORRESPONDENT

The Addison Trail softball team brought back a fun spring break story to tell.

The Blazers embarked on an eventful spring-break trip to southern Illinois that ended up being loaded with activity on and off the field.

The Blazers started out the trip with a win against Springfield Lanphier High School.

The Blazers were then rained out in a Saturday doubleheader at Mascoutah. Sunday was spent sightseeing in St. Louis.

The Monday of spring break saw Addison Trail practice at Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville.

“They have an unbelievable softball facility there,” said Olson.

“They have an indoor only softball facility that is connected to their stadium. It’s fantastic and the school was super-accommodating.”

Addison Trail also was rained out in a doubleheader against Roxana.

The team ended up back in the Springfield area where it took a tour of the state capitol in Springfield and met with Illinois Senator Tom Cullerton, who is based out of Villa Park (23rd district).

The team then dropped a game to downstate Morton (not to be confused with the Morton that plays in Addison Trail’s division of the West Suburban Conference).

“We took it on the chin against Morton,” said Olson. “I think we ran out of steam.”

Olson said the entire trip, despite a lack of games, was a major success.

“It turned into a Springfield trip,” he said. “Nonetheless, it paid off. It was great for team chemistry and team bonding. The girls had a great time. We always have plans B and C in place in case of the weather. We wish the weather was better, but there still was a lot of moving around. We made sure there was not a lot of dead time. St. Louis is a great city. We had some warmer weather but we couldn’t catch a break with the rain. The other schools were great. We went out to dinner with the girls from Lanphier and Morton had a beautiful facility.”

Olson has been pleased with a variety of things in the early part of the season. “I love the attitude and the effort,” he said. “We have no shortage of effort and good approach. We only lost three girls from last year, so we have quite a few back. We started two freshmen last year, so we’re still pretty young. We have a lot of juniors and sophomores and we have a nice senior class.”

Addison Trail has been playing without the likes of multi-sport athlete Nicci Scorza and outfielder Katie Lacni.

Olson lauded the recent play of Vincenza Zaccaro, Alyssa Pham, Jessica Bach, Marie Baumgartner, Sophia Hawkins, Ally Pohlad, Valentia Pentrelli, Gianna Fugarino and Giana Trippiedi.

“Vincenza has been ripping the heck out of the ball,” he said.

“Alyssa was hurt most of last year and has come back and is really striking the ball. Jessica is a senior captain and has quietly been there three years at third base. There’s been a couple games over the years where she hasn’t been there because of something like an AP test and we missed her. You realize how valuable her leadership is.

“Marie is a four-year player. Sophia and Ally were with us as freshmen, so that was kind of a baptism by fire. Valentina is a freshman who is splitting time at first with Gianna Fugarino. And Gianna Trippiedi is helping us at catcher. There are a lot of familiar faces who are growing on the field from last year to this year. The good thing is we were able to hit the ground running at the start of practice.”

Just after returning from the trip, the Blazers dropped a 9-8 nonconference game to Rolling Meadows.

“The weather has not been a champion of softball so far this season,” said Olson, echoing what all area outdoor sports coaches have been saying in regards to lack of outdoor practice time and game availability of late due to the rough weather.

The Blazers were scheduled to play Larkin, Niles West and Proviso West this week in non-conference games.

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Addison Trail boys volleyball team downs Hinsdale South

By Mike Miazga CORRESPONDENT

The Addison Trail boys volleyball team recorded a recent 25-21, 25-15 win over Hinsdale South in West Suburban Conference Gold Division play.

The win upped Addison Trail to 3-2 overall and 1-0 in conference.

One area of recent improvement for the Blazers of late has been on the defensive end. “Our defense has really picked up in the last week,” said Addison Trail coach Chad Grant late last week. “We have some strong returning passers and some new players who are getting acclimated to serve-receive at the varsity

level. I expect us to become stronger with this as the season goes on. We have the size to be a strong blocking team.”

Grant has pinpointed serving as a must work-on situation for this team. “We have a lot of work to do from the service line,” he said. “We need to serve a lot tougher and be more consistent.”

Jacob Grygo was cited for strong play at the setter’s position in the early going of the season.

“Jacob is doing a great job running our offense,” said Grant. “I am very confident in the setter position.”

Grant also has been thrilled with the way his team has rallied after injuries to key players. “I am impressed with the ability of our players to make adjustments,” he said.

“We have played all our matches missing two or three starters due to

downstate in the 4-by-200 and 4-by400,” he said.

Senior Luis Vargas is showing good improvements in the 1,600.

“Luis has been steadily improving and will be a factor in every meet,” said Kelsay.

Addison Trail has around 75 athletes in the program. “That is the most ever,” said Kelsay. “The underclassmen have shown strong development during indoor season and should score very well at the frosh-soph level.”

Kelsay is looking forward to the outdoor season. “The indoor conference meet was a disappointment, but the team has rebounded very well,” he said. “Our goal is to make strides each week and peak at the conference and state-qualifying meets.

Hopefully we will have several individuals and a couple relays make it downstate.”

injuries. The boys haven’t made excuses. The next man steps up.”

Justin Werderitch has stepped into a middle row position of late. “Justin is a sophomore and has no experience playing the position,” Grant pointed out. “He has learned a lot in a very short period of time.”

Addison Trail is without outside hitter Michael Chiarmonte who is out for the season with a knee injury.

Alex Murillo, a 6-7 middle blocker, is out until May with a hand injury. “We are a work in progress right now,” said Grant. “We expect to be a very competitive team come playoff time. We are preparing as if Alex will be out for the season, but he will be a huge addition if he returns on time.”

ference Gold Division indoor meet.

The Blazers were shorthanded at the meet due to injuries and other circumstances that affected 10 events.

Blazers coach Bruce Kelsay said the team is strong in the sprints and hurdles, while the throwing events are showing promise as well. “Sprints and hurdles are our strength. We are very deep,” he said.

“Our throwers have shown the greatest improvement so far this year.”

Senior Darrion Conrad is a returning state qualifier. “Darrion is highly motivated to return to state in the 200. He’s been working extremely hard,” said Kelsay.

Alex Gunnerson is jumping close to 40 feet in the triple jump, while Mike Renc is throwing almost 43 feet in the shot put.

Addison Trail boys track Kelsay also is high on the team’s Addison Trail scored only 15 800 and 1,600 relay teams. “When points at the West Suburban Con- healthy, we have a chance to qualify

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CORRESPONDENT

The Willowbrook boys track team has some strong momentum on its side heading into the outdoor season.

The Warriors closed out the indoor season at the West Suburban Conference Gold Division meet where Casey King, a senior captain, won the 800-meter title.

Willowbrook took fifth as a team.

Coach TJ Artman also is excited about the size of his roster, which numbers near 70 this season.

Artman noted the team’s 800 runners will be competitive this season, while field events also are a strong

suit.

“We have seniors leading the way in the field events with some lower-level guys working to break into the lineup,” he said.

The coach also is pleased with the prospects for his relay teams. “We have a group of guys that has been relaying with each other for several seasons now, even on the lower levels,” said Artman.

In addition to King, Willowbrook also is led by captains Will Schuller (hurdles), Lucas Olson (throws) and Zach Walenga (throws).

“We are working toward improving our WSC finish. We are not hap-

py about a fifth-place score,” said Artman. “We’re super positive. We have a team filled with guys who really enjoy the sport of track and field.”

Willowbrook softball The Willowbrook softball team started the season with non-conference losses to Plainfield Central, Riverside-Brookfield, Morris and Herscher.

“We are hitting well, but leaving a lot of runners stranded,” said Willowbrook coach Rachel Karos. “Defensively we are getting hit hard. We need to find a way to get outs.”

Fenton softball’s Geraci collects 100th career hit Bison baseball team edges IC Catholic Prep

By Mike Miazg

CORRESPONDENT

Fenton softball player Jenna Geraci achieved a memorable milestone recently.

Geraci collected her 100th career hit in Fenton’s recent Metro Suburban Conference Blue Division loss to Wheaton Academy.

In other recent action the Bison lost 7-6 to Bloom Township in non-conference action.

Through five games, Geraci was leading the team in hitting at .500, while Isa Lozada and Keila Lozada both were hitting .333.

“Isa is a sophomore who has really been looking good through all our practices and in the early games,” said Fenton coach Dave Mello. “She has a great chance to be one of the best players we’ve had in recent memory.”

Overall, Mello has seen positives at the plate. “We have had a lot of really good at-bats early in the season.

For the most part, we’ve looked pretty good at the plate.”

Mello noted Fenton must continue to work on the defensive side of things. “Too many errors have put a lot of stress on our pitchers,” he said.

Speaking of pitching, Mello lauded the efforts of senior Taylor Spizzirri and freshman Gianna Mendoza in the circle.

“They combined to walk only six batters through the first five games,” he said. “They are throwing lots of strikes, which is why we need our defense to improve.”

Fenton was scheduled to play Timothy Christian, IC Catholic Prep and Fenwick earlier this week.

“The rain has really made it difficult to settle into a routine,” said Mello. “With so much rain, it has also affected practices because it’s difficult to find much indoor time to practice.”

Fenton baseball The Fenton baseball team used a big fifth inning to record a recent 6-5 Metro Suburban Conference Blue Division victory over IC Catholic Prep at Redmond Park in Bensenville.

Fenton trailed 3-0 after three in-

nings and 4-2 after four innings, but used a five-run fifth inning to pull ahead for good.

The Bison had 10 hits in the game.

Fenton badminton The Fenton girls badminton team has a win this season against Plainfield Central.

Leading the way for Fenton is a group of seniors in Amanda Perry, Sheeza Anwar, Rimsha Naseer, Kelly Kuman, Kelly Keane and Iram Hameeduddin.

At No. 1 doubles, Naseer and Anwar had five wins through late last week. Perry and Keane had three wins at No. 2 doubles, while Kuman and Hameeduddin had three wins at No. 3 doubles.

In singles, Perry had three wins at the No. 1 position. Kuman had three wins, as did Anwar.

“This group has shown tremendous leadership and is the core of the team,” said Fenton coach Brian Hastings.

Hastings also lauded the play of juniors Jeniffer Reyes and Galilea Rivera at No. 4 doubles.

Sophomores Sammen Naseer and Monse Valois had three victories as a doubles team.

IC Catholic Prep baseball team wins pair of games

By Mike Miazga

CORRESPONDENT

The IC Catholic Prep baseball team returned from its spring trip to South Carolina and fared well in a recent three-game stretch.

The Knights opened last week with a 9-3 Metro Suburban Conference Blue Division win against Fenton.

IC Catholic Prep overcame a 2-1 early deficit by scoring three runs in the third inning and later blew the game open with four runs in the sixth inning.

The Knights had 10 hits in the game.

Trey Morris went 3-for-3 with two runs scored and two RBI. Aus-

tin Reed went 2-for-4 with a run scored and two RBI. John Hoffman was 1-for-3 with a run scored and an RBI. Matt Sutton had a hit and an RBI, as did Brendan Russ and Joey Salvi. Ryan Malek walked twice and scored a run. CJ West walked, scored a run and had an RBI, while Griffen Eichhorn had a hit and an RBI. Sutton doubled in the game and Morris had a triple and a sacrifice fly. Reed stole two bases, while Hoffman and Morris each stole one.

Russ was the winning pitcher. He went six innings and allowed only five hits and one earned run while striking out seven and walking one.

Hoffman pitched the seventh inning

and struck out two.

IC Catholic Prep followed that up with an 11-1 MSC crossover win against St. Edward. The Knights used a six-run fifth inning that helped to enact the 10-run rule in the sixth.

IC Catholic Prep had 11 hits.

Sutton went 2-for-4 with a run scored and two RBI. Morris had a hit and two RBI. Reed went 2-for-3 with two runs scored and an RBI. Russ had a hit and an RBI. Hoffman went 3-for-3 with two runs scored and two RBI. West had a hit and an RBI. Michael Hoffman scored a run and had an RBI. Amari Reed had a hit and scored two runs. Seven Knights players had at least one hit.

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“THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE” W16-0385 21567 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 18TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT, CHANCERY DIVISION RoundPoint Mortgage Servicing Corporation; Plaintiff, VS. Chris A. Fuchs; Roberta J. Medema-Fuchs; Defendants.

16CH 947 NOTICE OF JUDICIAL SALE OF REAL ESTATE MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that pursuant to a judgment heretofore entered by the said court occurred in the above entitled cause, John E. Zaruba, Sheriff of DuPage, Illinois, will on May 9, 2017, at the hour of 10:00 AM at DuPage County Sheriff’s Office, 501 North County Farm Road, Southwest Lobby, Wheaton, IL 60187, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate in the said judgment mentioned, situated in the County of DuPage, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy such judgment to wit: C/K/A: 1135 North Thatcher Lane, Addison, IL 60101 PIN: 03-20-100-027 The person to contact regarding information regarding this property is: Sales Dept., The Wirbicki Law Group, 33 W. Monroe St., Suite 1140, Chicago, IL 60603. Any questions regarding this sale should refer to file number W16-0385. The terms of the sale are Cash.

10% at time of sale, with the balance due within 24 hours. The property is improved by: Single Family Home. The Property is not open for inspection prior to sale.

The real estate, together with all buildings and improvements thereon, and tenements, hereditament and appurtenances thereunto belonging shall be sold under such terms.

Russell C. Wirbicki (6186310) The Wirbicki Law Group LLC Attorney for Plaintiff 33 W. Monroe St., Suite 1140 Chicago, IL 60603 Phone: 312-360-9455 Fax: 312-572-7823 Atty. No. 21567 W16-0385 pleadings.il@wirbickilaw.com I718198 (Published in the Addison Independent, Bensenville Independent & Villa Park Independent March 30, April 6 & 13, 2017) 276551 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY - WHEATON, ILLINOIS U.S. Bank National Association, as Trustee, for Residential Asset Securities Corporation, Home Equity Mortgage Asset-Backed PassThrough Certificates, Series 2006-EMX4 PLAINTIFF Vs. Gustavo Villegas; et. al.

DEFENDANTS 2015CH 001607 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN

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that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 10/19/2016, John Zaruba, the Sheriff of DuPage County, Illinois will on 5/23/17 at the hour of 10:00 A.M. at DuPage County Sheriff’s Office, 501 North County Farm Road, Wheaton, IL 60187, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of DuPage and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PIN 03-20-221-018 Improved with Residential COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 932 N. Craig Place Addison, IL 60101 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale.

The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information.

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 7949876. Please refer to file number 14-15-13441.

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ENGINE TUNE-UP DISC BRAKES

We’ll install new resistor spark plugs, adjust Front Disc brake service for single piston American cars. idle speed, clean throttle body, test battery Includes new disc pads, rotors resurfaced, wheel bearing repacked, new grease seals, fluid added as needed, system and charging system, inspect other key inspected and car road tested. *Rebuilt calipers & semi engine parts. metallic pads extra.

FOR CUSTOMER SERVICE, SATISFACTION & CLEANLINESS

FOR CUSTOMER SERVICE, SATISFACTION & CLEANLINESS

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