Jun 6, 2021

Janine Lynn DeRiemacker Oracko, 57, passed away peacefully on June 6, 2021, with her sons Troy and Trent by her side. She was born May 8, 1964, in Roswell New Mexico to Barbara and Allen DeRiemacker.  Janine grew up in Glen Ellyn, Illinois, attending Glenbard West High School and received her teaching degree from North Central College.  Janine enjoyed...

Jun 5, 2021

Gerald “Jerry” Herbert Solarz, 83 of Crystal Lake passed away on June 5, 2021.

He was the loving husband of Carole; beloved father of Mike Solarz, Tim (Rick Bonofiglio) Solarz, and Dan (Julie) Solarz; cherished grandfather of Kaitlyn, Abigail and Matthew Solarz; dear brother of Roy (the late Dorothy), Norb (Tina) Solarz, and Arlene (Ken) Zilinsky.

Jun 5, 2021

Kenneth M. Witkus, of McHenry, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, June 5, 2021 at the age of 63.

He was born November 30, 1957 in Chicago, the son of Anthony J. and Julia A. (nee Demchuk) Witkus.

Ken was an avid golfer and bowler. He will be dearly missed by many.

Ken was...

Jun 5, 2021

Chester Joseph Wlas, Jr. passed away peacefully at his home June 5, 2021, surrounded by his loving family.  He was born November 3, 1956 in Berwyn, IL to Chester Sr. and Donna Wlas.

Ches spent most of his career traveling on the open road.  He is now on the “highway to heaven”.

Ches is survived...

Jun 4, 2021

Bernice “Bea” Lemke was born March 25, 1924 in Chicago to Gerhard and Frieda Vehrs. She passed away peacefully June 4, 2021 at her home in Huntley, surrounded by her loving family.

Bea was a longtime member of St. Matthew Lutheran Church in Barrington. She was past-president of the altar guild at  St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church...

Jun 4, 2021

Dale Jensen, 65, lost his battle to cancer on June 4, 2021 at JourneyCare Hospice Center in Barrington, IL. He was born in Chicago, IL on April 12, 1956 to Audrey Johnson (nee Jacobson) and the late Jens Jensen.

Dale was a beloved husband, stepfather, and grandfather. He married Catherine (nee Hubbard) on March 9, 1992 and...

Jun 2, 2021

Carmen Caprio, Jr was born April 21, 1951 in Chicago to Carmen Sr and Rose Caprio.  He passed away unexpectedly at his home in Barrington June 2, 2021.

Carmen had a larger-than-life personality to match his larger-than-life heart.  He was a loving and caring husband, father, grandfather, and friend that will be missed by many.

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Jun 1, 2021

Sean A. White, 14 of Crystal Lake, was born on February 1, 2007, and passed away on June 1, 2021. Sean was the beloved son of Felicia (Brian) Hernandez; and Joshua (Aria) White; dear brother of Destinee, Nolan, Shawn, and Luna; and the cherished grandson, nephew, cousin, and friend of many. Sean was preceded in death by his brother,...

May 31, 2021

Thomas "Bumps" Boehmke born May 31, 1940, to Bill and Mary (Pfannenstill) went home to spend his birthday with his wife and his loving Savior Jesus on Monday, May 31, 2021. Tom called Crystal Lake home most of his life, graduating from Crystal Lake Community High School. Work took him to San Deigo, CA for 5 years before returning...

May 30, 2021

Richard K. Lathan, of Tower Lakes, passed away Sunday, May 30, 2021 at the age of 82.

He was born June 1, 1938 in Yonkers, NY, the son of the late Harold and Anne (nee Whaley) Lathan.

Richard was an account executive for International Paper Company for 35 years.

Richard loved debating politics,...

May 29, 2021

Beth Ann Broaddus, born in Melrose Park, Illinois, on February 2, 1963, passed away at her Whitewater, Wisconsin home on Saturday, May 29, 2021, at the age of 58. A devoted mother and sister, Beth will always be remembered for her deep faith and endless love for her family.

Anyone visiting Beth would be sure to find...

May 29, 2021

Eugene Richard “Gene” Renkosiak, resident of Lake in The Hills IL, age 86, passed away May 29, 2021. Gene was born August 25, 1934 in Chicago, Illinois to Virginia (Renkosiak) Walczyk of Chicago Illinois. Beloved husband of 65 years to Janina Renkosiak to whom he married on her 17 th birthday.

Gene was a proud union sheet...

May 29, 2021

Evelyn Louise O’Halleran, of Crystal Lake, passed away May 29, 2021 at the age of 85.

She was born November 30, 1935 in Chicago, the daughter of the late Rudolph and Emily (nee Ewert) Gunther.

Evelyn was an avid sports spectator and enthusiast, attending all games her family participated in. She loved camping, taking her...

May 29, 2021

Nancy H. Sedin, 63, of Huntley formerly of Chicago passed away May 29, 2021.

She was born January 7, 1958 in Chicago.

Nancy was the loving wife of Richard W. “Rick” Sedin; cherished daughter of Euphia Dee (nee McLaughlin) and the late J.W. McAtee; dear sister of Virgina (Richard) Riker, Linda (Robert) Potowski, the late...

May 29, 2021

Hermann M. Schamberger Jr, 83, of Deer Park, passed away peacefully on May 29, 2021. He was born on May 17, 1938 in Chicago to Hermann Sr. and Charlotte Schamberger.

Hermann graduated from Lake Forest College and later attended Chicago Kent College of Law, where he received his Juris Doctorate. He was the 2nd generation owner of...

May 28, 2021

It is with excruciating sorrow we announce the death of our beautiful son, Matthew Joseph Fetherling. Matthew passed away at the age of 26 in Springfield, IL on May 28, 2021.

He leaves behind a 4 year old son, Nash, along with Nash's mother, Sharis Wilson, both of whom Matt loved deeply. He also leaves behind his...

May 27, 2021

Helen Josephine Mazur, age 97, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 27, 2021.

Helen was born on July 6, 1923. She grew up on a farm in Engadine, a small town in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula with two older sisters and attended a one-room Elementary School house. She later moved to Chicago with her sisters to attend Amundsen...

May 26, 2021

Anita Lynn Ehlers (nee Van Dam), age 60, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, May 26, 2021 with her loving family by her side. Anita had an infectious smile and spirit that made all feel welcome and loved in her presence.  She spent her life in service of others, working as an occupational therapist in District 220, volunteering for...

May 26, 2021

Erwin P. Rakstad, 84, of Island Lake passed away on May 26, 2021 at James A. Lovell Federal Health Care Center in North Chicago.  He was born in Stanley, North Dakota on April 17, 1937 to Norin and Violet (Enger) Rakstad.

He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Jean (Coddington) Rakstad; his children, Valerie (Larry)...

May 25, 2021

Dolores Ann “Lorrie” Paulson passed away Tuesday, May 25th, 2021, at Cornerstone Hospice in The Villages, Florida. She was born January 6th, 1936, in Elgin to Eleanor M. Scheer and Walter A. Bowers.

She was raised on her maternal grandparents’ farm near Sutton and Penny Roads in Barrington.Lorrie attended Barrington High School and graduated in 1953. She...