Lois A. Travor
June 21, 1943 -
April 2, 2023
Lois Annette Travor, age 79, passed away at her residence on Sunday, April 2, 2023 surrounded by her loving family.
Born on June 21, 1943, she was the daughter of the late Fred and Marjorie (McKim) Trelfa. She was a graduate of Maine Township High School in Park Ridge, IL. Lois continued her education and received her Bachelor of Science Degree in Elementary Education from Iowa State University.
On June 5, 1965, she was united in marriage to Carl A. Travor at United Methodist Church in Park Ridge, IL.
She was employed as a Teacher with Meadowbrook School in Northbrook, IL and as an Administrative Assistant with Menzel, Robinson and Baldwin in Arlington Heights, IL and Trinity International University in Deerfield, IL.
Lois was a member of Oro Valley Church of the Nazarene in AZ.
She grew up and resided in Park Ridge, IL until 1965, moved to Northbrook, IL in 1967 and then Wheeling, IL in 1975. In 1999, she moved to Tucson, AZ and resided there until 2023. Lois was a Sunday school teacher and a leader/director for AWANA. Her interests included card writing ministry, canasta, mahjong, bridge, golf and camping with her family.
Lois is survived by her husband, Carl A. Travor; her children, Janice Marie (Paul) Shelby and Kimberly Dawn (Mike) Roalkvam; her grandchildren, June Brault, Nathan Roalkvam, Emily Roalkvam, Cassey Brault and Josh Roalkvam; her step-grandchildren, Jessica (Adam) Surma and Angela (Stephen) Rose; her great grandchildren, Brant Surma, Noah Surma, Jude Rose, Jonah Surma, Ilya Surma and Elouisa Rose; her sister, Barbara Kay Thomas and her cousin, Robert McKim.
In addition to her parents, Lois was preceded in death by her stepmother, Pearl Trelfa; her sister, Margie Sue Giese and her sisters-in-law, Mignon Swanson-Sullivan and Myra Cavanaugh-DePolo.
She was known for putting others first. Her ever-present smile is one of many attributes that will be remembered by her loved ones and those who knew her. Her strength and faith played a very important role as she battled life-long illnesses.
Service Info
A gathering of relatives and friends will be held on Saturday, April 22, 2023 from 3:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. at CrossWay Community Church, 13905 75th Street, Bristol, WI.
Memorial services honoring Lois’ life will be held at 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 22, 2023 at the church.
Dinner will be held following the service.
Inurnment will be held at a later date in Acacia Park Cemetery in Norridge, IL.
In lieu of flowers, memorial remembrances to Wycliffe Bible Translators, https://www.wycliffe.org/ or to Gideons International, https://www.gideons.org/ would be appreciated.
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Linda Moors, PA-CIt was my privilege and honor to be part of Lois care team. She was a strong Christian woman and I always looked for to seeing her and Carl. She was always fuul of joy and happiness even in the difficult times. She dealt with her illness with grace. I am blessed to have known her, heaven is rejoicing her return.
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Richard & Ingrid VedderWhat a privilege and blessing it has been to know both Lois and Carl these past years! Lois' smile and upbeat attitude always exhibited the indwelling Holy Spirit, glorifying the Lord Jesus and encouraging us. We will miss her but it will be only for a "time" till our eternity together with the Lord Jesus. Carl and family, we wish you the peace and comfort only our great God can provide as you carry on for Him awaiting that day of eternal bliss. May mercy, peace and love be multiplied to you. Jude 2
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Cheryl WituckeLois was a shinning example of the grace and the joy of the Lord. She always had a sweet smile and kind word for all who met, and knew, her. Carl, and family, my thoughts and prayers are with you all. May God give you His comfort and peace now, and in the days to come. What a great reunion we will all have someday. Sending you much love dear friends.
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Robert (Skip) McKimLois my adopted sister we have so many GREAT memories we shared. We Jane and I will miss you so very much. What a fighter you were. Love to Family
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Chris Dubas CorboyMy deepest condolences to the Trevor Family. May you find peace in your memories. Chris Dubas Corboy Niles Public Schools Class of '69.
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Carlos and Linda CampuzanoWe had the privilege of being next door neighbors to Carl and Lois for 12 years in Wheeling. Lois was the supreme homemaker and hostess. She always made you feel so comfortable in her home whether it was next door or in Tucson. We share so many wonderful memories of Lois and Carl over the years whether it was in the backyard, golf course or hiking the Catalina mountains We saw how Lois lived her life with grace and strength through all her medical challenges. Now Lois is resting in the arms of the Lord. While it will be hard Carl and his daughters to go on without her please know there are so many others who share your grief and loved her so much. She made the world a better place and we are so lucky to have learned from her. Love, Carlos and Linda
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Chris and Elizabeth GauvinOur thoughts and prayers are with Lois and Carl during this difficult time. Please accept our deepest condolences. Our thoughts and prayers are with both of you. Please know that our loving thoughts will always be with you. May God accept Lois into heaven and help Carl in this difficult time. Elizabeth and Chris
