Charlotte A. Algozin, age 91, passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 9, 2023 at Belmont Village in Carol Stream. Char and her late husband of 58 years, Ken, were longtime residents of Elk Grove Village.

Char was born on April 7, 1931 in Rochelle, Illinois to Harold & Vera Lazier. She cherished her childhood memories of growing up on the family farm outside of Rochelle and attended a one-room schoolhouse before going to Rochelle High School. Char graduated from Coe College in Cedar Rapids, Iowa with a degree in music and education, and taught elementary school at Marion Rural Independent School and Cedar Rapids Public Schools in Iowa after graduation.

Char's adventurous spirit led her to apply for a teaching position at Ramey Air Force Base in Aguidilla, Puerto Rico, where she taught for two years. 1n 1958, she accepted a teaching position at Toul-Rosiere Air Force Base near Toul, France, where she met the love of her life, 2nd Lieutenant Kenneth Algozin. Ken and Char were married in Toul in 1959. After a brief stop at Dover Air Force Base in Dover, Delaware, Ken and Char moved to Elk Grove Village in 1960 where they raised their three children Ken Jr., Kim and Doug.

Char and Ken enjoyed traveling and bicycle touring around the world with dear friends. One of their favorite spots to vacation was the island of Kauai, where they spent many peaceful hours on the lanai whale watching and playing cribbage. Char was a talented musician and a published composer of choral anthems for youth and adult church choirs. She and Ken were dedicated volunteers at Meals on Wheels for over 30 years, and were active members of Prince of Peace Methodist Church where they both sang in the choir. Char also volunteered at Rainbows for All Children in Rolling Meadows.. She was an avid reader, enjoyed taking long walks, and was a die-hard Cubs fan.

Char was a supportive and loving wife, mother, grandmother of six (Casey, Kevin, Clare, Will, Grear, and Ellen), and great-grandmother to James. She was a joy to be around, always upbeat, and her kindness and generosity were contagious. She will be greatly missed by all who loved her.

She is survived by her children Ken Jr. (Linden), Kim (Jay) Nanashe & Doug (Leslie); her grandchildren Casey, Kevin, Clare, Will, Grear, Ben, and Ellen; her great-grandson James; and her sister Luella (the late Robert) Erbes.

A memorial service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests a memorial gift in Charlotte's name be made to a charity of the donor's choice.