William "Bill" J. VandenBrook, 78, of Vernon Hills, proud United States Army veteran, beloved brother of Jeanne (the late Chuck) Weinberg, Roberta (the late Bob) Nelson, and the late Richard (Jill) VandenBrook; loving uncle of Peter Lindgren, Jonas (Kristen) Lindgren, Daniel (Ursula) Lindgren, Christopher (Evie) Nelson, and Cory (Tomoe) Nelson; adoring great uncle of 8. Cremation private. For information, Simkins Funeral Home. (847) 965-2500