Paul Buscher Uhlenhop, age 84, of Wilmette, died peacefully on January 30, surrounded by family. Beloved husband for 61 years of the late Virginia Louise Uhlenhop, nee Zucks; loving father of Karin Uhlenhop and Jon (Anne) Uhlenhop; dear brother of Michael (Linda) Uhlenhop, Robert (the late Marsha) Uhlenhop, Lola (Tom) McDonald, and Mary (Henry) Hudson; fond Uncle Bud to many nieces and nephews; devoted friend to many. Paul was born in Litchfield, IL, on October 22, 1936, to Paul C. and Betty Buscher Uhlenhop.

Paul was a proud alumnus of the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (B.A. with honors, 1958; J.D., 1961), honored officer in the U.S. Navy, loyal brother of Beta Theta Pi, and active member of the American Bar Association, the Illinois State Bar Association, and the Chicago Bar Association, as well as the Futures Industry Association, the National Society of Compliance Professionals, and the National Regulatory Service.

In Paul’s distinguished career at the law firm of Lawrence, Kamin, Saunders, & Uhlenhop, L.L.C., he was regarded as one of the leading authorities of the futures and securities bar, working on major initiatives in the financial services industry from compliance, litigation and business perspectives. In 2015, Paul was presented with the prestigious Joan Hinchman Award for extraordinary service to the National Society of Compliance Professionals and to the financial services compliance profession. Paul shared his love of the legal field by being an Adjunct Professor for over 20 years at both the University of Illinois, College of Law and IIT Chicago-Kent College of Law, as well as being a part-time lecturer at DePaul University, College of Law and Loyola University Chicago School of Law, and a member of the Planning Committee of the Ray Garrett Jr. Corporate and Securities Institute at Northwestern University College of Law. Practicing law was Paul’s true passion and being an attorney remained a central component of his identity and of daily conversations until his death.

Paul was also actively involved in his community, serving on the Board of Trustees of The Cradle Foundation for 25 years and on the Board of Trustees of Ravinia Festival for 15 years, and serving and advising the Wilmette Harbor Association in various capacities for almost 30 years.

Paul and his beloved Ginny cherished sailing, spending time with their many friends, especially their Gourmet Group, and celebrating with their children. An avid scholar of history, culture, and language, Paul spent hours reading and studying. He also loved traveling as an experiential extension of his studies, and he was a meticulous planner and documentarian of his and Ginny’s adventures.

Throughout his life, Paul inspired his family and countless others by being a model of faith, generosity, devotion, fortitude, diligence, and integrity. These virtues were the foundation of all of his relationships and endeavors, and to those who knew him and loved him, he will forever remain our steadfast guide and standard for living a life of principle, commitment, and enthusiasm

Norman Evans Estwing, 88, of Rockford, died July 5, 2010, in his home in Sun City West, Ariz. 

Born Nov. 25, 1921, in Rockford; the son of Ernest O. and Hulda O. (Swenson) Estwing. 

Graduate of Rockford High School class of 1940. Attended Ryan Aeronautical Engineering School in San Diego, Calif. from 1941-42, then University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, where he was a member of Beta Theta Pi. He married Joanne L. St. Pierre Sept. 6, 1947, in Rockford. 

Norman was the President and CEO of Estwing Manufacturing Company. Member of Westminster Presbyterian Church, where he served as a deacon and elder. Founding member of Covenant Presbyterian Church in Sun City West, AZ. Director and member of National Hardware Association. Active with the Boy Scouts of America, where he was honored with the Silver Beaver Award for serving 25 years. He earned his pilot license as a young man, and enjoyed flying planes his entire life. In later years, he flew model airplanes and was a member of Winnebago Sports Flyers. The Estwings traveled extensively throughout the world for Estwing Mfg. Co., and generously supported many local organizations. 

He is survived by his wife, Joanne; children, Chris N. (Jill) Estwing of Marion, Ill., Curt R. (Maggie) Estwing of Rockford, Dr. Carol (James) Ferrans of Wheaton, Ill.; grandchildren, Jonathan and Adam Estwing, Kate, Evan, and Ryne Estwing, and Peter and Matthew Ferrans; sisters, Janet Froelich and Helen Gallant; and many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents and sisters, Marjorie Watz and Shirley Tuckett. 

Funeral service will be at 11 a.m. Monday, July 12, 2010, in Westminster Presbyterian Church, 2821 N. Bell School Road, with Rev. David Smazik officiating. Burial in Scandinavian Cemetery. Visitation from 9:30 to 10:45 a.m. prior to the service in the church. Memorials to Christian Children"s Fund, Boy Scouts of America, Rockford Rescue Mission, or SwedishAmerican Hospital. Arrangements by Olson Funeral & Cremation Services, Ltd., 1001 Second Ave.

Judge Bruce Wettman, 71, of Houston, TX, passed away Friday, March 13, 2020 at Memorial Hermann Hospital. Bruce Wayne Wettman was born in Springfield, Illinois on June 5, 1948 to Betty and Wayne Wettman. Bruce was a gifted athlete, playing quarterback and point guard for Champaign High School. Though offered multiple athletic scholarships by smaller schools, he opted to fulfill his dream and proceeded to make the University of Illinois basketball team as a freshman walk-on. 

He was a member of Beta Theta Pi fraternity and graduated from University of Illinois in 1970 with a degree in economics. He graduated from Bates College of Law at the University of Houston with a J.D. in 1973.

On September 1, 1977, when after being appointed by Governor Dolph Briscoe, Bruce was sworn in as the first judge of the 247th Family District Court of Harris County, becoming the youngest state judge ever to serve in Texas at the age of 29 years and 88 days. Judge Wettman was retained by election in 1978 and reelected in 1982. While on the bench, he served with distinction and was known as one of the fairest and most knowledgeable jurists in Harris County. In June 1984, Bruce joined his brother, Greg, to form Wettman & Wettman. In 1994, Bruce took former judge status and began sitting as a visiting judge in several counties. He was also one of the pioneers in the mediation/arbitration world in Texas.

He became an adjunct professor at South Texas College of Law teaching mediation and eventually the director of the Frank Evans Center for Alternative Dispute Resolution. Bruce loved teaching and loved his students. He was voted Adjunct Professor of the Year several times by his students. Bruce later took Senior Judge status and served South Texas until his death.

Bruce was a lifelong music lover, particularly Pink Floyd and reggae. He was a talented poet with an incredible sense of humor that he expressed through his poetry. He was a drummer and a harmonica player with many, many jam sessions at his house. He loved the French Quarter and Jamaica. He loved Brennan's and their brandy milk punch. Bruce enjoyed skiing in Colorado with the A-Team for over twenty years and boating on Lake Livingston in the "Ho-Ho". He loved sunsets on any beach, especially in Siesta Key, Florida where he often vacationed. Bruce was a lifelong Democrat and loved a good political "discussion." Bruce was a believer. Most of all, Bruce loved his family. His kids and his grandkids were his pride and joy and he never let them forget it, always reminding them of how much he loved them and how proud he was of them. Bruce had a soft spot for the Star of Hope Mission and Houston's homeless. Every Christmas Eve for the last thirty years Bruce would put on his Santa suit and he and his elves would drive around downtown after dark giving away food, blankets and other treats to Houston's homeless. 

Preceding Bruce in death are his parents, Wayne and Betty Wettman. Bruce is survived by the love of his life, his devoted wife Seona Wettman of Houston, TX; his daughter Brittany King and husband Craig of Houston, TX; his son Jakob Wettman and wife, Anne of Katy, TX; his two best friends, his brothers Greg Wettman of Houston, TX and Louis Wettman of Sarasota, FL; his very favorite people, his grandchildren Nate (13), Evie (10), Laurel (11) and Carter (9) as well as his loving nieces and nephews and many close friends who are like family.

A celebration of Bruce's vibrant life will be planned for a later time. Memorial donations can be made in Bruce's name to Star of Hope Mission, 4848 Loop Central Dr., Suite 500, Houston, Texas 77081-2211. Shine On You Crazy Diamond.

Published in Houston Chronicle on Mar. 22, 2020.

Jeffrey Alan Strickland, 67, of Seattle, died Thursday, July 15, 2021.

He was born June 21, 1954 in Wichita, Kansas, the son of Billy Dean and Jean Strickland.

He attended Guilford High School in Rockford, Illinois were he was a defensive tackle and recorded the most tackles in a season. Jeff also placed 11th in State of Illinois 185 lbs class in wrestling. He was a member of Beta Theta Pi fraternity and graduate of University of Illinois in Champaign-Urbana.

He lived in the midwest before "arriving" in the Seattle area in 1984. Attracted by the beauty of the PNW and following his older brother and lifelong companion, Scott, he built a life there. He was married to Leslie Thayer for 16 years.

He enjoyed staying active through exercise and playing basketball and soccer. In his later days he enjoyed taking road trips up and down the west coast and going to car shows with his youngest son, Colin.

Jeff is survived by his two sons Blake (Elise) Strickland and Colin Strickland; two grandchildren Blake Dean Strickland, Jr. and Margo Lou Strickland; older brother Scott (Maria) Strickland and numerous nieces and nephews.

We would like to thank the Providence Elder Place program for providing Jeff a means to an abundant life in his last 7 years.

Arrangements are under the care of Elemental NW.

Contributions in memory can be made to Providence Elder Place.

June 21, 1954 - July 15, 2021

Published by The Herald (Everett) from Aug. 12 to Aug. 13, 2021.

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