Eileen Harkins

Eileen Harkins (nee Rusch), 69, of Crystal Lake passed away Monday, Jan. 30, 2012 at her home.

Eileen was born to Fred and Sophie (nee Enders) Rusch and graduated from Proviso East High School. She married Earl Harkins and to this union three sons were born. She retired from Cary Grove high school in 2011 after many years of working in the library.

Eileen is survived by her three sons, Bill (Emily), Steve (Kristi) and Brad; her brother Bob Rusch; and 3 grandchildren.

Eileen was preceded in death by her parents, Fred and Sophie (nee Enders) Rusch, and her husband, Earl.

There will be a memorial service at Bethany Lutheran Church, 76 W. Crystal Lake Ave. in Crystal Lake on Saturday, Feb. 4, 2012 at 5:00 p.m.

Memorials in Eileen's name may be made to Bethany Lutheran Church, 76 W. Crystal Lake Ave., Crystal Lake, IL 60014.

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