John Meyer

John Meyer

Nov 19, 2024

John Meyer, beloved father, brother, uncle, grandfather, great-grandfather, and, above all, devoted husband to Patricia Meyer, passed away on Tuesday, November 19, 2024, at the age of 79. His final moments were spent surrounded by his loving wife, children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren, a testament to the life of family, love, and dedication he built over nearly eight decades.

Born in Evanston,...

Sue Karecki

Sue Karecki

Nov 17, 2024

Susan Mary Karecki, 65, passed away surrounded by family on November 17, 2024, in Arlington Heights, Illinois. Born on May 5, 1959, Sue was a cherished presence in the lives of her family and friends. She was depended on and trusted by many, and she created a welcoming home that was always open to loved ones.

Sue is survived by her...

Ginger Bradley

Ginger Bradley

Nov 17, 2024

Mary Virginia “Ginger” Bradley (nee Dilger), age 76, of Crystal Lake, passed away from pneumonia on November 17, 2024, at the University of Chicago Medical Center after a fifteen-year battle with Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension.

Ginger was born on October 8, 1948, in Louisville, KY to Larry and Ginny Dilger. She grew up in Louisville and graduated high school from the Academy...

Robert Fenton Stanton

Robert Fenton Stanton

Nov 15, 2024

Robert Fenton Stanton, 82, currently of Sarasota, FL, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 15, 2024. He was born on February 9, 1942, in Kortright, NY, to Ralph Stanton and Jenniemae (Hitt) Marshall.

He is survived by his stepchildren, Lisa (Willy) Deal of Rutherfordton, NC, Michele (Ray) Wehrs of Rutherfordton, NC, and Geoffrey (Rebecca) Paul of Venice, FL; his grandchildren, Christopher...

Sylvia Margaret Damiano

Sylvia Margaret Damiano

Nov 15, 2024

Sylvia Margaret Damiano (91) loving mother, cherished grandmother, and great-grandmother, entered the arms of her Savior on November 15, 2024, surrounded by the love of her family.

Born on April 11, 1933, in Chicago to parents Henry and Clara Probst, married to Fred Sr. in 1955, Sylvia was the beloved mother of Sue Meyer (Mike), Peter (Carol), Henry, Sherri, Fred Jr....

Sharon Florence Kissane

Sharon Florence Kissane

Nov 15, 2024

Dr. Sharon F. Kissane, Ph.D. was born in Chicago to Bruno William and Agnes Evelyn Mrotek in 1940. She earned a BA in English and acting from DePaul University, an MA in Communications from Northwestern University, and a PhD in Linguistics from Loyola University. She married James Q. Kissane and had two daughters, Laura Janine  (Shaun) and Elaine Marie (John).

A...

Jerry J. Cook

Jerry J. Cook

Nov 13, 2024

Jerry J. Cook, of Lake Barrington, passed away on November 13, 2024.

He was born November 7, 1934 in Jefferson City, MO, the son of the late Ormand and Marian (nee Callaway) Cook.

After a childhood in Missouri and Port Clinton, Ohio, Jerry played football at Bowling Green State University under Bo Shembechler. 

He and fellow student Carolyn Newbirt eloped and were the...

Mary Ellen Wagener

Mary Ellen Wagener

Nov 13, 2024

Mary Ellen Wagener left us unexpectedly and peacefully in her sleep in Lake Zurich,Illinois at the age of 61. Mary Ellen is survived by her brother John (Mary Beth) of Green Oaks, Illinois; her nieces and nephew, Ashley (Mike), Caitlin (Tim) and Thomas; and her great nephews Asher and Callum. Mary Ellen was preceded in death by her parents, Robert...

Marion E. Rettke

Marion E. Rettke

Nov 13, 2024

Marion E. Rettke of Barrington passed away peacefully November 13, 2024, two days after her 99th birthday November 11 (1925). She was born in Chicago to Clarence and Ilona Gercken.

Marion was a loving sister to Clarence J. (Gail) Gercken; dear aunt to Arlene (late Don) Williams, Mel (Nancy) Karasek, Cheryl (Bill) Pawlik, Joy (Tony) Nogly, C.J. (Julie) Gercken III, and...

Bonnie Jean Haste

Bonnie Jean Haste

Nov 12, 2024

Bonnie Jean Haste, 56, of Rockford passed away on Tuesday, November 12, 2024. She was born in Libertyville, IL on November 14, 1967 to David and Kathleen (Schumacher) Haste.

Bonnie was a tenacious and loving woman who enjoyed spending her time with the people closest to her. She dedicated herself and her life to her family and friends. Her children &...

Karen Marie Rowland

Karen Marie Rowland

Nov 12, 2024

Karen M. Rowland (nee Wieda/Lorentzen), age 70, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her kids in the early morning of Tuesday, November 12, 2024 after a short battle with lung cancer.

Karen was born in Blue Earth, MN on February 12, 1954. She was raised in Sullivan, MO by her adoptive parents and after high school, moved out west to...

Ronald Rocco Civinelli

Ronald Rocco Civinelli

Nov 10, 2024

Ronald Rocco Civinelli, age 82, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 10, 2024. 

Ronald was born in Chicago, IL on August 28, 1942.  

He attended Park Ridge Military Academy and St. John’s Military Academy, graduating in 1960. He was the first cadet at St. John’s to graduate at the rank of colonel.  

Ronald was a well-respected DuPage county attorney for over...

Christine "Chris" Iskra

Christine "Chris" Iskra

Nov 10, 2024

Christine “Chris” Iskra,88, of Lake Zurich, passed away peacefully on November 10, 2024. She was born January 3, 1936 in Chicago, IL to the late John and Bernice Bieszczat.

Chris was a lifelong sports enthusiast, with an unwavering love for her hometown Chicago teams and the Fighting Irish of Notre Dame. Whether cheering on the Chicago Bears, Cubs, or Blackhawks, or...

Donald Milton Whitaker

Donald Milton Whitaker

Nov 9, 2024

Don Whitaker, age 73, passed away on Saturday, November 9, 2024.

Don was born in Chicago, IL on November 7, 1951. Growing up in Logan Square, Don showed an early interest in business. Through determination and an unyielding work ethic, he built a successful business specializing in steel parts, eventually moving to Barrington Hills. His entrepreneurial spirit and dedication not only...

Richard "Dick" P. Reedy

Richard "Dick" P. Reedy

Nov 8, 2024

Richard "Dick" Reedy was born December 29, 1931, in Chicago to Lawrence "Papa" and Estelle "Stell" Reedy. He was an Irish twin to his older brother Larry, who prevailed over Dick in their mother’s sanctioned “backyard boxing matches” to work out their sibling rivalry issues until, at long last, Dick won and was never challenged again. Larry (Pat) and Dick’s...

Richard H. Loeding

Richard H. Loeding

Nov 7, 2024

Richard H. Loeding, age 73, passed away on Nov. 7th at his home in Crystal Lake after battling cancer for over a year. Richard was born in Des Plaines, Illinois to his late parents Harry and Alvina. He was the 4th born of 6 children. He continues to be survived by his remaining siblings Judy (Robert), Ronald (Martha), William (Deborah),...

Anna Sithembile Brobbey-Kofi

Anna Sithembile Brobbey-Kofi

Nov 6, 2024

Anna Sithembile Brobbey-Kofi, 24, of Algonquin, Illinois, passed away on November 6, 2024. Born on July 18, 2000, in Chicago, Anna was the beloved daughter of John Brobbey-Kofi and Gladys Shabangu.

Anna Brobbey Kofi was born in Chicago and raised in Algonquin, where she touched the lives of everyone she met with her kindness, love, and open-hearted nature. Compassionate and caring,...

Robert Scot Storms

Robert Scot Storms

Nov 6, 2024

Robert Scot Storms, age 63, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 6, 2024.

Robert, known as Bobby to family and Stormy to friends, was born in Monsey, NY on December 16, 1960. He loved the Chicago Cubs and the Green Bay Packers. He spent his career in Finance and, in retirement, enjoyed day trading. A favorite of his nephews, Uncle Bobby...

Howard Singer

Howard Singer

Nov 6, 2024

Howard Singer, 77, of Crystal Lake, passed away peacefully on November 6, 2024. He was born on December 7, 1946, in Chicago, Illinois, to Milton and Dorothy Singer. 

Raised in a Jewish home, Howard later found spiritual fulfillment in his faith by accepting Jesus as his savior at Galilee Baptist Church in Chicago. He was proud of his Christian journey and...

Herbert Drews

Herbert Drews

Nov 5, 2024

Herbert Drews, 93, of Algonquin passed away peacefully in November 2024. He was born in June 1931,in Norwood Park. Herb was married to his lovely wife, Lorraine, for 67 years. He was a beloved father (Herbert Jr, Joseph, David and Stephen), grandfather (Amy, Tony, Matt, Kali, and Nathan,) and great-grandfather( Brandi, Tyler, Samantha and Jordyn).

Herb served his country in the...

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