Arlington Heights, IL

Clara I. Breidinger, 85, of Arlington Heights, IL, formerly of Belvidere, died Sunday morning, June 14, 2015 at Church Creek Senior Living in Arlington Heights. Clara was born April 3, 1930 in Chicago, IL, daughter of Emil and Susan (MacLaurin) Quist. She married Robert H. Breidinger on January 20, 1951 in Chicago, IL. Clara was employed as a bookkeeper for most of her life. She was a member of Zion Lutheran Church in Belvidere, IL. Clara's many interests included painting, music, cooking. She was an avid reader and enjoyed doing cross word puzzles. Most of all, she enjoyed traveling with Robert and their family.

Clara is loved and will be missed by her children, David (Judy) Breidinger, Kirk Breidinger, Karen (Paul) Jasczynski, Norine (Rich) Fendrych, Steven (Linda) Breidinger, Roy Breidinger; grandchildren, Jason, Kevan, Melissa, Michelle, Brandon, Neil, Justin, Rachel, Kristen; and great-grandchildren, Jaila, Myla, Sophia. She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Robert; daughter, Linda; sister, Dorothy; brothers, Robert and Peter.

Funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, June 20, 2015 at Anderson Funeral and Cremation Services, 218 W. Hurlbut Ave, Belvidere, IL 61008 with Rev. Dan Schenck  officiating. Visitation will be held from 11:00 A.M., until the time of service. Burial will take place in Belvidere Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, 4312 E State St, Rockford, IL 61108. To light a candle or share a condolence, please visit www.AndersonFCS.com.