Blue Knights of Illinois
Chapter II

 Heaven I

Harry R. J. Hill

Harry R. J. Hill Harry R. J. Hill 66, a long time resident of Geneva, died Thursday, October 1, 2009 at Delnor Hospital in Geneva, surrounded by his loving wife and family. He was born September 21, 1943 in Geneva, the son of Wallace and Evelyn (O'Connor) Hill. Following graduation from Geneva High School, Harry served in the United States Navy and was honorably discharged. After receiving his degree in Criminology, he was a Sergeant with the Kane County Sheriff's Department, ending his career as Director of Civil Process, retiring after 28 years. His second retirement came after 7 years with Elgin Beverage Company in Elgin. He enjoyed many sports activities such as snowmobiling, motorcycling, boating and flying. He had a real zest for life. Harry will be deeply missed by his family and all who have had the privilege of knowing him. He is survived by his beloved wife of 40 years, Mary; his loving children, Phyllis (Robert) Chesnut of Geneva, Denise (Joe) Kulba of McHenry, Deborah (Paul) Erickson of Crystal Lake, Bernadine (Kurt) Matthews of St. Charles, Edward (Mary) Hill of Aurora, Jeanette Bonvini of Maple Park and Jon Hill of Indianapolis, IN; 11 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren with another great-grandchild expected in February; and his brother, Wally (Judy) Hill of New York. Harry was preceded in death by his parents. A visitation will be held from 1:00 to 2:00 P.M. on Sunday, October 4, 2009 followed by a celebration service of Harry's life at 2: 00 P.M. at the Norris Funeral Home, 100 South Third Street, (3 blocks west of the Fox River and 1 block south of Route 64) St. Charles. Private interment will be at Riverhills Memorial Park in Batavia. Contributions in Harry's memory may be made to the American Lung Association, 55 West Wacker Drrive, Suite 800, Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60601.

 
Sgt. Edward J. Ufland
Retired Sgt. Edward J. Ufland, 62 of Elgin passed away Sunday, February 1, 2009 at Provena St. Joseph Hospital, Elgin. He was born June 17, 1946 in Elgin the son of Fred H. and Alice Belshan Ufland.

He had been a resident of Elgin all of his life. He had been employed by the City of Elgin as a police officer for more than 38 years, serving the last five years as sergeant before retiring in 2002.

He was a member of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, Elgin. He was a member of the Blue Knights, The Loyal Order of Moose Lodge 799, Elgin and the Elgin Riverside Club.

Surviving are his wife, Sandra Holtz Ufland; his two daughters, Tasha Ufland and Hope Ann Ufland both of South Elgin; seven grandchildren; and his sister, Carol Young of Elgin; as well as many friends whom became his extended family.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his brother and fellow Elgin Policeman, Fred J. Ufland; and his stepmother, Adeline Ufland.

Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 A.M., Friday, February 5, at Wait Ross Allanson Funeral & Cremation Services Chapel, Elgin with Rev. Roger Pollock officiating.

Burial will be private. Visitation will be held on Thursday, from 4:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M., in the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be given to the family.