Nov 21, 2019

LaVerne R. Coughlin, of Lakewood, formerly of Barrington, passed away surrounded by her loving family on Thursday, November 21, 2019 at her home.

She was born February 3, 1920 in Chicago, the daughter of the late Axel and Leona (nee Freeman) Carlson.

LaVerne met her husband, Kenneth, in high school. They were married for 61...

Nov 21, 2019

Arthur was born November 7, 1933 in Los Angeles, CA to Itsuji and Asayo Towata.  He passed away peacefully November 21, 2019 in Barrington.

After serving in the U.S. Air Force, Arthur attended Southern Illinois University in Edwardsville where he earned a BS in 1962 and an MFA/M.Ed in 1971. He was an accomplished artist in the...

Nov 19, 2019

John “Jack” Berry, of Crystal Lake, IL formerly of Arlington Hts, IL, passed away peacefully on November 19, 2019 at the age of 93.

Son of the late John F. and Mae G. Berry; brother of Robert and the late Norma; devoted uncle to Laura Knauss-Docous (Nick), Joan Knauss-Harwell, Mary Knauss-Townsend (Dar), James Knauss (Amy), John Knauss...

Nov 19, 2019

David A. Paul, 84 of Lake in the Hills, IL and formerly of Chicago, IL was born on May 16, 1935 in Ukraine and passed away on November 19, 2019 in Elgin, IL. David was the loving and devoted husband of Mary (nee Brennan) for 55 years; cherished father of Katherine (Mark) Segal, Sandra (Brian) Forde, and the late...

Nov 18, 2019

John Grivas, 89 of Crystal Lake, was born on August 26, 1930 and passed away on November 18, 2019.

He was the loving husband of Mary (nee Benos) for 58 years; beloved father of Nick (Kathleen) Grivas and Chris (Kathleen) Grivas; cherished grandfather of Jon, Stephanie, Maggie, Mary, Theresa and Kristin; brother of Georgia, Fotini; and cousin,...

Nov 17, 2019

Tina Cindy Kreske (nee Leske), 60, of Antioch, Tennessee, passed away on November 17, 2019 in Gallatin, Tennessee.

She was born August 10, 1959 in Elgin, the daughter of the late Frank and Elaine (nee Mehrings) Leske.

Tina attended John Hersey High School and Elk Grove High School, graduating in 1977. She worked for Northrop...

Nov 17, 2019

Kenneth L. Doroba, 85, of Cary, was born September 4, 1934 in Oak Park to Leo and Wanda Doroba. He passed away Sunday, November 17, 2019.

On May 27, 1961 he married Marie Cavallo. She preceded him in death after 57 years of marriage.

Ken was a veteran of the US Army serving his country...

Nov 16, 2019

Betty J. Koppa (nee Ehrhardt), age 95, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 16th, 2019 with her loving family by her side.

Betty was born on March 29, 1924 in Naperville, IL. She remained a resident of Naperville until 1984. She will be dearly missed by all who knew her.

Betty is survived by her...

Nov 16, 2019

Pia Barbara Veronica Gerard (nee Virgili), 83, of Deer Park, IL. Born March 8, 1936, in Chicago, IL, to the late Petro and Anna (nee Andrashie) Virgili. The evening of November 16, 2019 Pia peacefully passed away at home surrounded by loving family members by her side. She was the loving mother of Annette (Bruce) Poulos, Deborah Lee Gerard,...

Nov 16, 2019

Omar L. Sutherland died peacefully at his home surrounded by his wife and family, and entered his heavenly home on Saturday, November 16, at the age of 93.  He was born in Pulaski, VA on August 8, 1926 to Harry and Leda Sutherland.

Omar lived his life for Jesus Christ.  He loved his Lord deeply and served...

Nov 15, 2019

Jameson “Jay” Branson, 65, of Wauconda, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family, Friday, November 15, 2019 in Chicago.

He was born October 12, 1954 in Gary, IN, the son of the late Harry Todd and Joan Lee (nee Massey) Schock.

Jay graduated from Purdue University with a Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture....

Nov 14, 2019

Andrew “Drew” Jordan Luedtke, 31, of Cary passed away November 14, 2019.  He was born February 14, 1988 to Gregory Luedtke and Laurel Luedtke.

Drew was a graduate of the 2006 class at Cary Grove High School. During his career, Drew accumulated numerous awards in football and baseball. Those accolades and accomplishments gave Drew the opportunity to...

Nov 14, 2019

Chuck was born May 25, 1944 in Braddock, PA to Charles and Irene Brennan.  He passed away peacefully November 14, 2019 in Cary. Chuck was born and raised in Braddock, PA. After graduating, he joined the U.S. Army, serving in Germany. He moved to IL in 1973 with his wife and has called IL home since then. ...

Nov 12, 2019

Mary Ann was born on December 29, 1927 in Monessen, PA to Charles A and Beatrice Floro Schue.  She graduated from Rostraver High School, Belle Vernon, PA and Carnegie Mellon University with a B.S. degree in Business Studies.  She taught business subjects in high schools in Pittsburgh, PA and Cincinnati, OH.  After moving to Crystal Lake, IL in 1972,...

Nov 12, 2019

Patricia “Pat” Cooper, of Crystal Lake, passed away peacefully on November 12, 2019 at the age of 88. She was born on August 9, 1931 in Chicago to the late Francis and Margaret (nee Zeitz) Burns. Pat was united in marriage to Francis Cooper on June 23, 1952; they celebrated 64 wonderful years until his passing in 2016.

Nov 11, 2019

Michele “Midge” Junroe, of Crystal Lake, IL passed away suddenly on November 11, 2019 at the age of 72. Beloved sister of Laurel and Jane (Richard Hager) Junroe; dear aunt of Court (Kelly Hager) and Mallory (Dan Schug); great aunt of Jacob, Riley, Adalyn and Casey. Preceded in death by her loved parents, Leonard and Virginia and her special...

Nov 11, 2019

Bonnie Greer of Raleigh NC, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on November 11, 2019 age 84 in Barrington, IL. Born on February 10, 1935 in Pittsburgh PA, preceded in death by her husband Bob Greer (1994).

Bonnie lived her life with grace and will be joyfully remembered by her loving daughters: Cindy (Mark) Schaefer of...

Nov 9, 2019

David M. Fritschler, of Milwaukee, WI, recently of Crystal Lake, passed away peacefully on November 9, 2019 at the age of 69. He was born on July 3, 1950 in Milwaukee, WI to the late Warren and Virginia (nee Holzman) Fritschler.

David was a printer at the Milwaukee Journal for over 40 years. He had a passion...

Nov 9, 2019

Clarissa J. Turner was born April 28, 1926 in Springfield, IL to Clarence and Ethel (Grieme) Tarr.  She passed away peacefully November 9 at The Fountains in Crystal Lake.

Clarissa is survived by her daughter, Carole Stein (Dr. Ty Stein); brother, Clarence Tarr (Gay); son in law Norman Bietsch; grandchildren, Chris Blisset (Amanda), Jennifer Bietsch, and Sarah...