GRS Members

John Cachel: I have been a member of the GRS since 1997 and have recently upgraded to a Lifetime Membership. I am interested in all aspects of the paranormal and have my own website at: http://pages.prodigy.net/ghostfish

Jim Graczyk: I am the Research Assistant and a Lifetime Member of the GRS, Creator of the Haunted Field Guide Series, and the Hauntings for Teens Series published by Ghost Research Society Press, Author of "Field Guide to Chicago Hauntings", "Field Guide to Illinois Hauntings", "Field Guide to Mysterious Waters", "Field Guide to the Land of Lincoln", "Field Guide to America's Most Haunted", "Chicago Hauntings for Teens", Contributor to "Ghost Trackers Newsletter". I was born and raised in Chicago and throughout my life have been fascinated with local neighborhood tales and strange stories, especially with the promise of ghosts and the supernatural. I became an Eagle Scout on 11/30/82. I currently live with my daughter in the Southwest suburbs of Chicago and have a website Ghost Guides which can be accessed at: http://www.ghostguides.com

Rosemary Ellen Guiley: She is one of the leading experts on the paranormal. She has been working in the field full time as an author, researcher and investigator since 1983, and has authored 42 books, including nine single volume-encyclopedias. Her work covers a broad range of paranormal, spiritual and mystical topics. She makes numerous appearances on radio, television and in documentaries and lectures at conferences and colleges and universities. Rosemary has been associated with the Ghost Research Society since the late 1980s and serves as their East Coast Area Representative. She lives in Connecticut.

Her website is: http://www.visionaryliving.com

Dave & Nancy Guss: They have been members since July 2006 and have always believed in ghosts. Dave seen what he thought was a ghost; once at Lithuanian National Cemetery in 1998 while cleaning the graves of kin buried there. His mother was also a witness. The apparition was in full dress uniform, an officer. He walked up to a grave, saluted, then just walked away. The other encounter was at the Lincoln Theater in Decatur, Illinois with the GRS in October of 2007. Dave currently works at My Old Kentucky Home State Park in Bardstown, Kentucky. The GRS are a great bunch of people and we are proud to be members of this group! Dave and Nancy are Kentucky State Coordinators.

Lou Hovanes: Lou has been a member of the GRS since June 2007. Growing up, I have been fascinated with the history of Chicago and its ghost stories. I am always reading books and articles about ghosts, the supernatural, and equipment to find them. Lou is well versed in tech matters, webcams and often assists in setting up cameras and equipment.

Dale Kaczmarek: I am the President and Founder of the GRS and have been interested in ghosts since childhood. I have been actively researching the phenomena since 1975 and founded the GRS in 1977. I conduct Excursions Into The Unknown, Inc. haunted bus tours since 1982. I am CEO of GRS Press producing high quality ghost books since 2004 and Executive Producer for GRS Productions. I believe I have seen several ghosts in the 30+ years that I've been involved in this field and have authored five books including, "Windy City Ghosts", "Windy City Ghosts II", "Field Guide to Spirit Photography", "Illuminating the Darkness: The Mystery of Spooklights" and "Field Guide to Ghost Hunting Techniques".

Lisa Krick: I am the Indiana State Coordinator for the GRS. I have been an active member since January 2007. I have always been interested in the paranormal and have had enough experiences with it my entire life that makes me a firm believer. I love everything haunted. However, my favorite places to wander are cemeteries and my favorite places to investigate are prisons. I believe we can learn much from those who have passed before us.

You can reach me at: dogsnwolfs@yahoo.com

Jerry Lutz: I've been with the GRS since 2007. As a newcomer to this, I've interested in all aspects of the paranormal. As the Central Illinois Representative, I've only been on a few investigations, but hope to participate in more. I have edited several of Jim Graczyk's books. I'm a teacher, Scout leader, and very interested in history.

Jim Piscopo: I've been a member since 2008 and although I have never seen any ghosts I have had some experiences in the past. Right now I just help with investigations however I can. In the future I would like to know more about the equipment and setting it up. I work as a line technician for DB Aviation in Waukegan, Illinois.

Andy Rhodes: I just joined the GRS in September of 2009 but am looking forward to a long and rewarding relationship with the group. I live in Bartlett, Illinois and work in Des Plaines, Illinois as Director of Post Implementation Services.

Artie Schramm: Are you there, or are you scared? Just kidding! I really enjoy hanging out with the team and assisting by running and coiling cables as well as carrying equipment from point A to point B. I also serve as a grip for GRS Productions.

Sherry Stednitz: I am the Planning Committee Chairperson for the GRS. I have been a member of the GRS since 2007. I've held a high interest in paranormal activity since childhood. I am responsible for gathering background information for private investigations and conducting client interviews. I relay the paranormal activity experienced by the client to the GRS members after their initial walkthrough of the investigation site. This information assists the team in proper video camera placement.

Nicole Strickland: She is Co-Founder & Assistant Director of San Diego Paranormal Research Society which is a research team that investigates private residences, businesses and historic locales. She teaches local courses regarding the paranormal and is noted for her research ability and strong EVP skills. Strickland is also the Southern California Area Research Director for the Ghost Research Society and author of "Field Guide to Southern California Hauntings" released in 2009 by Ghost Research Society Press. She holds a B.A. degree in Media Arts and an M.S. degree in Educational Counseling and a California Pupil Personnel Services Credential in School Counseling. Her experience working with children makes her a valuable asset on cases involving children. She currently resides in San Diego and is an educator with a local school district.

Stan Suho: I am a veteran member of the GRS and have been the GRS Electronics Expert since 1993. I have built a number of devices for the GRS including GEIST, Negative Ion Detector, Geiger Counter, Cathode Ray Magnetometer, and train other GRS members in the use of old and new equipment whether at Bi-Monthly Meetings or OJT (on the job training).

Nicole Tito: I have been an active member of the GRS since January 2008 and enjoying every minute of it! Throughout my life, I have always been interested in the paranormal from a scientific standpoint. I have read a variety of ghost literature ranging from books to articles. I look forward to gaining much more experience from the pros in future investigations. I enjoy conducting and analyzing EVP sessions and watching videotape footage for any abnormalities. I also assist Sherry Stednitz in planning events for the GRS.

Jason Tito: I've been a member of the GRS since 2007. I liked the stories I heard about Chicago Ghosts while growing up and even looked for Resurrection Mary a few times! I enjoy the time I spend investigating ghosts. I wish there was more time!

Joseph Tito: I have been an active member of the Ghost Research Society since 2007. I've held a high interest in the paranormal field most of my life. As a member I help to provide security for the GRS as needed. I assist in setting up GEIST as well as the surveillance system at GRS investigations besides being the key grip for GRS productions.

Joey Tito: I am the official Videographer for the GRS, and also a Lifetime Member. I have held a high interest in the paranormal since childhood. Through reading books by authors such as Hans Holzer, Rosemary Ellen Guiley, Troy Taylor and Dale Kaczmarek, I've gained an interest in becoming a paranormal investigator. Besides being a researcher/investigator, I use my skills of independent filmmaking and video editing to compile DVD documentaries for GRS Productions and "Ghosts Across America".

Chris Wallbruch: I am a veteran member of the GRS and serve as the group's Corresponding Secretary (a title I also hold in at least four other organizations!) I am a middle school band director in Villa Park and can usually be found sitting on the floor during investigations, muttering to myself as I feverishly fill up notebooks with notes. In my spare time, I am an active volunteer at Cat Guardians and Feral Fixers (a non-for-profit organization promoting TNR in DuPage County) and can often be found at the horse barn riding Buck.

Mark Wallbruch: I serve at the group's Sergeant-At-Arms due to my imposing size and Black Belt in Tae Kwon Do. I am an engineering network technician at Comcast and I'm Stan Suho's right-hand man for electronics set-up during investigations. In my spare time, I am an active volunteer at Cat Guardians (a non-for-profit no-kill cat shelter in my home town). I also enjoy photography and I'm an avid traveler.