Jan 20, 2019

Elisabeth “Lisa” G. Midunsky, a resident of Tower Lakes for the last 50 years, passed away peacefully at her home on January 20, 2019 at the age of 89. She was born June 23, 1929 in Germany to the late Josef and Berta Gassner.

Lisa married the love of her life, Hans, on December 23, 1955 in...

Jan 19, 2019

Barbara Dotzler, 87, of Barrington Hills, passed away peacefully on January 19, 2019. She was born on May 27, 1931 in Bavaria, Germany to Franz and Rosina Scharl.

Barbara was a loving wife, mother and grandmother and will be deeply missed by her children, Evelyn (Wayne) Hovland of Inverness, IL and Frank Dotzler of St. Helena, CA;...

Jan 18, 2019

Born October 16, 1933 in London, Ontario, Canada to the late John and Aileen (nee Sass) Highley, Margaret passed away peacefully Friday, January 18, 2019 in Barrington, Illinois at the age of 85.

Margaret was very devoted to her faith, practicing even into her later years. She was very social and loved spending time with her many...

Jan 18, 2019

Lakshminarasimha Ananthakrishnan, 92, of Lake Zurich was born June 16, 1926 in India. He passed away Friday, January 18, 2019 at his home in Lake Zurich.

A cremation ceremony will take place from 1-3pm, Wednesday, January 23, 2019 at Davenport Family Funeral Home, 941 S. Old Rand Rd., Lake Zurich.

Jan 17, 2019

Carolyn was born on December 31, 1937 to Benjamin and Jessie (Safley) Penningroth in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.  She passed from this life at her home in Crystal Lake, Illinois, on January 17, 2019, surrounded by her devoted family.  She was united in marriage to the Rev. Arn Schaper on July 7, 1962 in Tipton, Iowa.

Carolyn was...

Jan 17, 2019

Beverly was born October 13, 1936 in Chicago.  She passed away peacefully January 17, 2019 in Lake Zurich.

Bev would like to let you know that her work here is done. She received a call she could not refuse. She will be heading to a reunion with family and friends that she has not seen in a...

Jan 15, 2019

Bernice was born March 13, 1920 in Poland.  She passed away peacefully January 15, 2019 in Lake Zurich.

She is survived by her daughter Dorothy "Dottie" Hammer and grandson David Hammer.

Visitation will be 10am until the funeral mass at 11am, Wednesday January 23 at St. Anne Catholic Church, 120 N. Ela Street, Barrington.  Burial...

Jan 14, 2019

Brian Joseph Funk, 38, of Chicago, was born March 4, 1980 in Barrington to Edward and Diane (nee Foster) Funk. He passed away Monday, January 14, 2019 in Chicago.

Brian is survived by his wife, Kelly (nee Jablonski) Funk; his parents, Edward (Laura) Funk and Diane Funk; his sister, Amanda Funk; his grandmother, Sue Kiermas; and many...

Jan 14, 2019

Bernard H. Schilling, 95, of Lake Barrington, passed away Monday, January 14, 2019.

Bernie was a proud Marine Corps Veteran having served through WWII. A graduate of Northwestern University, he cheered on his beloved team any chance he had.

Bernie is survived by his loving wife of 65 years, Florence; daughters, MaryBeth Bonadonna and Melissa...

Jan 12, 2019

Doris Lorraine Navik, 96, of Barrington, passed away peacefully on January 12, 2019. She was born on May 18, 1922 in South Bend, IN to Lawrence and Christina (nee Bachtel) Barber.

Doris was a long time member of Northbrook Village Presbyterian Church, where she served as deacon, Stephen Minister Neighborhood Caregiver, Pastor’s secretary’s assistant for 12 years...

Jan 12, 2019

Ruth Mary Farmer (nee Davies), 58, of Long Grove, was born on August 13, 1960 to the late Richard and Ruth Davies and passed away surrounded by her family on January 12, 2019. Ruth was the loving wife and best friend of Craig Farmer for 33 years; cherished and devoted mother of Natalie, Stephanie, and Dane Farmer; and dear...

Jan 11, 2019

Ceres A. Locher, 82, of Lake Barrington, passed away peacefully on January 11, 2019. She was born on August 30, 1936 in Paterson, NJ to Samuel and Amelia (nee Makris) Aros.

Ceres graduated from Paterson General Hospital School of Nursing, she received her B.S. from Seton Hall University, her Master’s of Arts from Columbia University Teacher’s College...

Jan 11, 2019

Tom Petersen, 84, of Cary, was born April 9, 1934 in Chicago.  With four older sisters, he was the only son of Jens and Margaret Petersen.  “Gramps” passed away peacefully on January 11, 2019, in Barrington.  He is loved by his wife of 59 years, Jacqueline, four children, their spouses, and 15 grandchildren.

Tom spent 37 years...

Jan 11, 2019

Carole D. Hammersmith, 84, of Crystal Lake passed away peacefully on Friday, January 11, 2019.  She was born in Chicago on May 19, 1934 to Harry and Octavia (Beckstrom) Mihills, the youngest of nine girls. Carole lived a full life right to the very end.  She was always on the go whether that be traveling on vacation or simply...

Jan 11, 2019

Linda was born May 26, 1950 in Chicago to John and Stephanie Knych.  She passed away peacefully January 11, 2019 in Barrington.

Linda is survived by her siblings, Dolly (Frank) Nowakowski, Marlene (Frank) Zajack; and John (Carol) Knych; and twelve nieces and nephews.  She was preceded in death by her parents and a nephew.

Visitation...

Jan 11, 2019

Aileen Marie McElhinney, 95, of Oakwood Hills, IL, Naples, FL, and recently of Kingston, TN was born December 27, 1923 in Green Castle, MO to Ivan and Pearl (nee Hall) Hammons. She passed away peacefully January 11, 2019.

Aileen received her Bachelor’s degree from Northeast Missouri State University and enjoyed her career as a teacher and bookkeeper....

Jan 11, 2019

Lucille "Lucy" Johnson, 73 of Barrington, was born on September 14, 1945 and passed away on January 11, 2019. Visitation for Lucy will be held on Friday, January 18, 2019 from 10:00am until the time of her service at 12:00pm at Davenport Family Funeral Home, 149 W. Main St. (Lake-Cook Rd.), Barrington, IL. Interment to follow at All Saints...

Jan 10, 2019

Eugene M. Podgorski, 76, of Crystal Lake passed away peacefully on Thursday January 10th.  He was born in Chicago to Eugene and Genevieve (Czesak) Podgorski.

Eugene is survived by his brothers, Charles (Ellen) Podgorski, and Dennis (Joni) Podgorski; his sons, John and Timothy Podgorski; his grandchildren, Brandon, Brett, Ashleigh, and John Jr.; and his five great grandchildren....

Jan 10, 2019

General “Gene” Lewis Wood, of Long Grove passed away peacefully with his loving wife and son by his side on January 10, 2019. He was born on November 16, 1949 in La Grange, TX to Willard and Bernice (nee Keilers) Wood.

Gene was a proud veteran of the United States Navy, serving during the Vietnam War era....

Jan 9, 2019

Henryka Stefanczak was born on July 13, 1930 in Annopol, Poland.  She died January 9, 2019 in Lake in the Hills, Illinois.

Henryka was a very simple woman with a big heart. She loved God first, family then people.   She was harding working and was very generous with her resources and took care of many people who...