Kenneth E. Gordon

Kenneth E. Gordon

Sep 23, 2024

Kenneth E. Gordon passed away peacefully the morning of Monday, September 23, 2024, at 83 years of age. 

Ken, also known as Kenco by friends and business acquaintances, will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 62 years Patricia; children, Kevin (Brenda), Kimberly (Kirk Sepulveda) and Keith; grandchildren, Austin (Elaina), Lauren, Daniel Sepulveda, and Ean Gordon; great grandchild, Juniper Sepulveda; his...

Donna Marie Lindquist

Donna Marie Lindquist

2024

Donna Marie Lindquist, of McHenry, passed away on September 22, 2024 at the age of 76.

Donna is survived by her loving husband, Keith; her children, Brian (Mary) Lindquist and Heather (Merrick) Stiefer; her grandchildren, Austin, Nick (Chandler), Jared, Zach, Ashley and Karson; and her great-grandson, Kashton.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Max and Alice Morris.

Friends are welcome to...

Gregory A. Schladt

Gregory A. Schladt

Sep 20, 2024

Gregory Alfred Schladt, of Fox River Grove, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family, friends, and faithful dog Ivy after a 16-month battle against glioblastoma on Friday, September 20, 2024 at the age of 58.

With his generous spirit and love for community service, Greg will be fondly remembered as a thoughtful, witty, selfless, kind, and patient man. 

Greg was...

Sharon Joy Lindquist

Sharon Joy Lindquist

Sep 20, 2024

Sharon Joy Lindquist, 83, of Barrington, passed away Friday, September 20, 2024 and is with our Heavenly Father. She was born in Oak Park, Illinois to Dr. Arthur K. and Shirley R. Spiering. Sharon’s father passed when she was a toddler. She was raised by her single mom until Edward H. Schwager, a World War II Navy veteran whom Sharon...

Desmond Francis McLaughlin

Desmond Francis McLaughlin

Sep 19, 2024

Desmond F. McLaughlin, 93, of Barrington, passed away peacefully in his home on Thursday, September 19, 2024. He was born on February 17, 1931 in Northern Ireland to Gerald Francis and Margaret (nee Atchinson) McLaughlin.

He obtained his medical degree from Queen’s University in Belfast where he was co-captain of the crew team. After immigrating to Canada and the United States,...

Edmund J. Wanat

Edmund J. Wanat

Sep 19, 2024

Edmund J. Wanat passed away peacefully September 19, 2024 in Barrington, surrounded by his loving family. He was born July 2, 1945 in Chicago to Stanley and Harriet Wanat.

Edmund was a graduate of Iowa State University and was a lifelong scholar. He was a Ham radio operator, pilot, general technology enthusiast, and avid reader. He loved astronomy, magic, woodworking, embroidery,...

Marie Oltz

Marie Oltz

Sep 19, 2024

Marie Ann Oltz, of Elk Grove Village, passed away September 19, 2024 at the age of 93. 

She was born December 8, 1930 in Chicago, the daughter of the late Alfred and Amelia (nee Consani) Guidizi.

Marie enjoyed spending time sewing, crocheting, going fishing; she had a love for food, particularly Italian Biscotti, and a love for Elvis. Mostly, she enjoyed spending...

Lynda B. Hammarstedt

Lynda B. Hammarstedt

Sep 19, 2024

Lynda “Joey” Brandeau Hammarstedt passed away September 19, 2024 peacefully at home after a short two-month battle with cancer. Words cannot do justice as to what a beautiful, amazing woman she was nor how much she’ll be missed.

She was born January 29, 1955 to the late Dr. Donald and Dorothy Mae Brandeau, the oldest of 4 siblings who’ve maintained a...

JoAnn Joyce Fabian

JoAnn Joyce Fabian

Sep 16, 2024

JoAnn Joyce Fabian, 89, formerly of Crystal Lake, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 16, 2024. She was born on June 6, 1935, in Chicago to Gus and Della (Vick) Sandahl.

On September 19, 1953, JoAnn married the love of her life, Robert Fabian. A trailblazer in her time, JoAnn advanced from secretary to vice-president and part-owner of the Alan Drey...

Natalie Meierdirk

Natalie Meierdirk

Sep 12, 2024

Natalie Lynn (née Giannini) Meierdirk, 36 of Richmond, passed away on September 12, 2024 in McHenry. She was born on March 5, 1988, to Phillip and Patricia (née Abel) in McHenry, Illinois.

She was a devoted mother, and her greatest joy in life was her son. Known for her infectious energy, Natalie was a beacon of positivity and was truly the...

Carmelinda Stieber

Carmelinda Stieber

Sep 12, 2024

Carmelinda (Carmie) Stieber, age 78, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 12, 2024. Carmelinda was born in Highland Park, IL on April 27, 1946 to Anthony and Christine Cariola.

Carmelinda is survived by her beloved husband of 57 years, John Stieber; loving son, Keith, and daughter, Jodi (Robert) Holton; and grandchildren, Jacob, Brian and Emma Holton; siblings Antonia Morrison and John...

Sonia V. Gravenor

Sonia V. Gravenor

Sep 12, 2024

Sonia V. Gravenor, 84, of Crystal Lake, passed away on Thursday, September 12, 2024. She was born on January 27, 1940, in Chicago to John and Vera (Ruman) Bachar.

Sonia was a proud graduate of Lake View High School and went on to have a successful career as a sales representative for Continental and KLM Airlines, where she worked for over...

Richard G. Stephans

Richard G. Stephans

Sep 11, 2024

Richard G. Stephans passed away peacefully September 11, 2024 at Good Shepherd Hospital in Barrington, IL, after a hard-fought battle with myasthenia gravis and lung cancer. He was born May 19, 1947 in Oak Park, IL to Stanley and Hazel Stephans.

Rich was a veteran of the U.S. Army where he courageously fought in Vietnam. There he was awarded the Bronze...

Anthony Joseph Gullo

Anthony Joseph Gullo

Sep 10, 2024

Anthony Joseph Gullo, 79, of Crystal Lake, passed away on September 10, 2024. He was born in Chicago on October 11, 1944, to Samuel and Jean (Galva) Gullo.

Anthony graduated from DePaul University and built a successful career as a commercial photographer. On June 22, 1968, he married Linda Hnetynka, and together they shared 56 years together.

Known for his kindness, patience,...

Louise M. Flannery

Louise M. Flannery

Sep 9, 2024

Louise (Lou) Murray Flannery, of Barrington Hills, passed away peacefully on September 9, 2024, at the age of 89. Born in Fall River, MA, Lou grew up in Bristol, RI, and graduated from the Rhode Island School of Education, where she met her love of 51 years, James Flannery, while playing the lead in a musical he was directing at...

Dina M. Blackmore

Dina M. Blackmore

Sep 8, 2024

Dina M. Blackmore passed away peacefully September 8, 2024 in Crystal Lake. She was born February 21, 1967 in Omaha, NE to Dean and Luella Kocina.

Dina is survived by her children, Trevor “T.J.”, Justin, Zachary “Zac” and Madison “Madi” Blackmore; siblings, Dru (Wendy) Kocina, Jan (Jill) Kocina, and Pamela Kocina-Kerzman; and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and dear friends. She was...

Kathleen Therese Palmer-Mastrocinque

Kathleen Therese Palmer-Mastrocinque

Sep 8, 2024

Kathleen Therese Palmer-Mastrocinque (née Cisowski), affectionately known as Kacee, passed away on September 8, 2024. She was born on December 16, 1957, in Chicago, Illinois, to Jacqueline and Eugene Cisowski, both of whom preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Larry Dunn.

Kacee is survived by her children, Jason (Jessica) Palmer and Danielle (Justin) Mastrocinque;...

Srinivas R. Chari

Srinivas R. Chari

Sep 8, 2024

Srinivas R. Chari, 75, of Green Oaks, IL, passed away unexpectedly but peacefully on September 8, 2024. Born on November 4, 1948, in Madurai, India, Srinivas immigrated to the United States to pursue his Masters at Northwestern. Amrita joined him in Chicago in 1978 and they built their life together in the area ever since.

A devoted husband, father, and grandfather,...

James H. Doessel, Sr.

James H. Doessel, Sr.

Sep 7, 2024

James “Jim” H. Doessel Sr. 82, of North Barrington, IL. Founder-owner and President of Northbrook Racquet Club for 54 years peacefully passed away on Saturday, September 7th, 2024, at his home.Jim was a pillar of the tennis community locally, regionally, and nationally. His induction into the Midwest Tennis Hall of Fame was a testament to all his hard work and...

Marie McKown Payes

Marie McKown Payes

Sep 5, 2024

Marie McKown Payes passed away peacefully September 5, 2024 at her home in Barrington surrounded by family and friends. She was born May 8,1938 in Chicago to Arthur and Alberta McKown. Marie is survived by her children, Pamela Payes Chandor and Todd Payes; and her grandchildren, Stebbins Chandor III, Brooke Chandor, and McKenna, Greyson, Kreitler, and Sutter Payes. She was...

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