Sep 7, 2021

Barbara Christine “Christy” Dodge, passed away the morning of September 7, 2021, at her home in Crystal Lake, IL, surrounded by loving family after a tough two-year battle and multiple hospitalizations. After being released from her last hospitalization, our Heavenly Father allowed her four blessed days where she was able to visit, at her cherished home, with loved ones. ...

Sep 7, 2021

Peter Tararo of Barrington, IL was born September 3, 1933, and passed away September 7, 2021, with his loving family by his side. Pete is survived by his beloved wife Sue; treasured daughters Colleen (Doug) and Jaclyn (Josh), cherished grandchildren Benjamin, Emerson and Kelly; dear sister Theresa Giordano Martinez and many, many loving cousins.

Pete founded and...

Sep 7, 2021

Henry Frederick Dautel, 85, U.S. Army veteran, of Crystal Lake, born on June 4, 1936, to the late Henry and Clara Dautel passed away on September 7, 2021. Henry was the loving husband of Carol (nee Bellon) for 64 years; beloved father of Sandy (Dan), Hank, and Ron (Cyndi); cherished grandfather of Matt (Jen), Nicole (Josh), Ron Jr. (Brittany),...

Sep 6, 2021

James F. Christensen, also known as “Big Jim,” was born to Lorraine and Elroy Christensen on May 28, 1953 in Chicago. The family grew to include his twin sisters, Karen Christensen and Diane (Schultz), and Donna (Sutcliffe).  He was lovingly known to them as “Jimmie.” His sisters adore him!

Jim was raised in the parish of St....

Sep 6, 2021

Kenneth Lee Miller, 65 of Fox River Grove, born on October 9, 1955 and passed away at his home on September 6, 2021. Ken was the loving husband of Darla for 41 years; beloved father of Cheryl Miller and Cassandra Miller (Bryan Rieke); cherished grandfather of Mackenzie, Jaxon, Carter and Alexander; adored son of Patricia and the late Daniel...

Sep 5, 2021

Dolores M. Miller, 89, passed away peacefully September 5, 2021 in Barrington.  She was born December 21, 1931 in Elgin, IL to Henry and Hedwig Kaiser.

Dolores is survived by her loving husband, Richard E. Miller; sons, Jeff (Jennifer) and Kirk Miller; and grandchildren, Riley, Margaret, and Cade Miller.

Memorial services will be held at...

Sep 4, 2021

Lorrel Ritchey, 37, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday September 4, 2021 at her home in Hoffman Estates, Illinois.

Lorrel graduated from Barrington High school in 2002. Her love for baking carried into her profession as a Baker at Jewel Foods in Hoffman Estates. Lorrel was also a committed member of the St. Matthew Lutheran Church in Barrington,...

Sep 4, 2021

Irvin “Cotton” Werksman, 89, of Barrington, passed away peacefully September 4, 2021, surrounded by his loving family.

He is survived by his wife, Arlene; their children: Mark, (wife Vicki) Ellen (husband Chuck) and Matthew; Grandchildren: Nate, Taralynne and Faye; Great Grandchildren: Noah, Nate Jr., Gianna, and Mason.

He served in the US Army, was a...

Sep 4, 2021

Frank J. Cools of Barrington Hills passed away on Saturday September 4, 2021 at the age of 94.  He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Helgi, and is survived by his devoted daughters, Linda Cools and Dr. Pamela Cools.

Frank was born the last of four brothers and grew up during the Depression in the...

Sep 4, 2021

Yasuko Yamamoto, 82, of Barrington passed away peacefully at home on September 4, 2021. She was born on September 1, 1939 in Kumamoto, Japan to the late Yoshio and Aya Teshima.

Yasuko immigrated to the United States at the age of 52 and was proud to become a U.S. citizen. She still had a deep love for...

Sep 3, 2021

Caliope (Xenakis) Sudzina went home to our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Friday September 3, 2021.  Callie was born on November 27, 1927, in Campbell, Ohio to Charles and Irene (Magos) Xenakis, the youngest of their 5 children.

She graduated Summa Cum Laude from Campbell Memorial High School in 1946. Callie went on to work at...

Sep 2, 2021

Elaine Therese Siska was born July 18, 1927 in Chicago, IL.  She died peacefully at her Minnesota home surrounded by family on September 2, 2021.

Elaine was preceded in death by her loving husband Henry of 65 years, her parents (John and Frances Jaydos), and Aunt Veronica Jaydos. She is survived by her children; Ron (late Mary...

Aug 29, 2021

George Karl Hahne, 66, of Cary, departed this life after a short illness on Sunday, August 29, 2021, at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born April 30, 1955, to George and Hildegard (nee Birth) Hahne in Chicago. A few years after his father‘s death in 1959, George moved to Sylvan Lake near Mundelein when his...

Aug 29, 2021

Richard Alan Swiatek Sr., age 66, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday August 29, 2021.

Richard is survived by his loving son, Richard and his wife Lauren Swiatek; cherished grandchildren, Lily and Nina; and nephew, Scott Swiatek.

Preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Wanda Swiatek; and siblings, Frank Swiatek Jr. and Lorraine...

Aug 28, 2021

With her family by her side, Debra (Debbie) Ann Bowyer went to our Lord in the early morning of August 28, 2021 in Trout Valley. She suffered for years with Crohn’s Disease, but in November 2020 she was diagnosed with stage 4B Cervical Cancer. She bravely fought with dignity until the end.

She was born...

Aug 27, 2021

Marcella “Marce” Ziemann, of Arlington Heights, passed away Friday, August 27, 2021 at the age of 97.

She was born April 20, 1924 in Chicago, the only child of Philip and Martha (nee Schmidt) Behnke.

Marce was known for being creative, her beautiful holiday decorating, was an outstanding seamstress, and was a gifted pianist even...

Aug 26, 2021

Shirley was born May 7, 1933 to Ernst and Irene (Sass) Schmook and passed away on August 26, 2021.  She graduated from Maine Township High School in 1950. She worked for the Superintendent of Schools in Des Plaines, District 62 until her marriage in 1954 to Charles Jacolucci. She married William “Bill” Burnett in 1962. Her career at the...

Aug 25, 2021

Glenn Alan La Bello, 64, of Crystal Lake passed away unexpectedly at home on August 25, 2021. He was born in Oak Park, IL to the late Robert and Mildred La Bello.

Glenn adored spending time with those he loved most. He also enjoyed many hobbies such as: camping, hunting, fishing, boating, gardening, and doing research about...

Aug 25, 2021

Charles “Chuck” Copley was born May 7, 1945 in Huntington, West Virginia to Frank and Stella Copley.  He passed away August 25, 2021 in McHenry, Illinois.

Chuck owned and operated Charles Copley Roofing since 1968 and was active in his business until he passed.  He was a loving, caring husband and father who loved spending time with...

Aug 25, 2021

Gerald Lee Eschweiler was born August 11, 1960 in Elma, Iowa to Gerald Roy and Elaine Eschweiler.  He passed away unexpectedly August 25, 2021.

Jerry graduated from Riceville High School in Riceville, IA; and received a degree in computer engineering from Iowa State University in 1982; and his MBA from Keller Graduate School of Management in 1986. ...