James J. "Jim" Bernau

November 1, 1940 - January 19, 2017

James J. Bernau, "Jim", 76, of Algonquin passed away late Thursday evening, Jan. 19. 2017 at Advocate Sherman Hospital in Elgin. He was born November 1, 1940, the son of James T. and Dolores M. (Provost) Bernau. He married Connie Knierim on June 8, 1970.           Jim was a member of Union Local #134 and an original employee of "Ma Bell". He was a very active member of St. Mary Catholic Church in Huntley and frequently was a cantor. Jim's life centered around his family, being with his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren, and following their activities. He was also a longtime Hockey and Baseball coach. He will be greatly missed by all.           Surviving are his wife of 46 years, Connie; children, Traci (Sean) Lovekamp, Jim Bernau; grandchildren, Amanda (Shaun) Louw, Samantha and Easton Lovekamp; great grandchildren, Makaya and Kylee Louw; brothers, Dick (Debbie), and Marty (Cindy); sister in law, Jean Bernau; and many aunts, uncles, nieces, and nephews.           He was preceded in death by his parents; daughter, Cari in 2006; and brother, Terry.           The Mass of Christian Burial will be on Tuesday, Jan. 24, 2017 at 10 am at St. Mary Catholic Church, 10307 Dundee Rd, in Huntley. Burial will follow in St. Mary Cemetery.           Visitation will be on Monday, Jan. 23 from  4 - 8pm at the James A. O'Connor Funeral Home, 11603 E. Main St. in Huntley and will continue on Tues. at the church prior to mass from 9 to 9:45am.           In lieu of flowers memorials in Jim's name may be directed to St. Jude's at www.stjude.org or to an Animal Shelter of your choice.