John Mochel, Jr.
Sometimes, a community business becomes a town’s anchor. For 111 years, that place was Mochel’s Hardware on Main St. Charles Mochel and business partner Levi Mertz initially opened the store […]
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Richard S. Henderson
Private Richard Henderson was drafted into the Army in June of 1942 and served in Europe. He was wounded in Belgium on January 3, 1945, and was taken to Germany,
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Justin Hamilton
Pfc. Justin Hamilton was the son of Mrs. Grace Hamilton. He was killed in action on December 12,1944 in Germany. Private Hamilton was in the 415th Infantry; 104th Infantry Division.
John A. Harkness
John Harkness was a graduate of Downers Grove High School and was in his 3rd year at Coe College, Cedar Rapids, Ia in pre-med studies. John was an athlete, playing
The John A. Hunyar House
The John A. Hunyar House, located at 5406 Carpenter in Downers Grove, is recognized for its architecture. Described as a Craftsman-style bungalow, the home was built c. 1925. John Anton
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Ken Lerner
Early Life and Education Downers Grove Historian of the Year for 2025, Ken Lerner, was born in 1956 and raised in Park Forest, Illinois. His father worked as a chemist
Lisa Rasin
Awarded the 2025 Montrew Dunham Award, Lisa has shared her many talents and leadership skills to support those less fortunate. Her story is one of ‘Stepping Up and Giving Back.’
Mary Ellen Young
In 2024, Mary Ellen received the Montrew Dunham award from the Downers Grove Historical Society, an award which honors those whose significant service and contributions to the Village of Downers
Lisa Rasin to be Honored with 2025 Montrew Dunham Award
Mark Your Calendars! Save the date: Saturday, October 4, 2025! Join us in celebrating the incredible Lisa Rasin, who is being honored as the 2025 Montrew Dunham Award recipient by
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