Beatrice Hope Valus “Bee” (nee Skowron), age 99, of Crystal Lake, passed away peacefully on December 10, 2020. She was born June 18, 1921 in Chicago. Beatrice graduated from Carl Schurz High School in Chicago in 1939 and Wright Junior College, Chicago in 1941. She and her late husband John G. were married August 13, 1949. Their loving children are: John J. (Lori) Valus, Marie V. Wagner, Donna (Bill) Nitz and the late James R. Valus and three grandchildren: Billy and Gary Nitz and Rebecca V. Wagner; great-grandson, Will and great-granddaughter, Cloe Bea. Beatrice’s dear children, late husband, grandchildren and great-grandchildren were so precious to her and brought her much joy. During her younger years, Bee enjoyed going to live concerts and dancing. She herself played piano, clarinet, and accordion. Bee and her husband loved to travel. She worked in the accounting department for Sears, for many years. Bee always had a smile for everyone, till the very end. Even in times of tragedy she kept a positive attitude. She always had Fannie Mae candy to share with everyone. Bee’s family would like to thank all the wonderful nurses, nurses aides and caregivers who took loving care of her.
Memorial Contributions are appreciated to Accord Hospice, 1247 Lynn Terrace, Highland Park, IL 60035 or JourneyCare Hospice, 405 Lake Zurich Road, Barrington, IL 60010. Services and burial are private. Arrangements entrusted to Querhammer & Flagg Funeral Home, for information call (815) 459-1760.
