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,...

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...

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...

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;...

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,...

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...

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...

Sep 5, 2024

Nancy C. Duffy, of Crystal Lake, passed away September 5, 2024, at the age of 89.

She was born May 8, 1935, in Chicago, the daughter of the late Paul and Helen Fischer.

Nancy grew up in Park Ridge, attending Maine East High School, and she wanted to study nursing at one of the best nursing schools in the Midwest. In 1956,...

Sep 5, 2024

Joan I. Nebesky, of Crystal Lake, formerly of Chicago, passed away Thursday, September 5, 2024 at the age of 86.

She was born July 6, 1938 in Chicago, the oldest of 3 children, the daughter of the late Edward and Gertrude (nee Tafel) Radke. She grew up in Chicago on Ashland and Addison, attending St. Luke Lutheran School and Lakeview High...

Sep 3, 2024

Holly Ann (Carvell) Wenig of Cary, Illinois passed away on September 3, 2024, after a short illness. Holly was a caring and loving wife to Don Wenig with whom she was about to celebrate their 37th wedding anniversary. She was a proud and devoted Mom to Rebecca Ann. Holly was born in Chicago to the late Anita and James Carvell.

Holly...

Sep 3, 2024

Kathleen "Kay" M. Fasano, 83, a resident of Palatine for 50 years passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 3, 2024. Born on December 12, 1940 to John and Marie Leddy, Kay grew up in Jersey City, New Jersey. She was deeply proud of her Irish heritage.

During an era when young women were expected to marry after high school Kay was determined...

Sep 1, 2024

William Henry Krueger, 88, of Lake Zurich, passed away on September 1, 2024, at his home in Vernon Hills. Born on April 28, 1936, in Libertyville, Illinois, to Henry and Lillian (Helmuth) Krueger, Bill spent the majority of his life in Lake Zurich. 

He married Dolores Hendrey on January 25, 1958, and together they raised two daughters, until her passing in...

Sep 1, 2024

Saranathan Narasimhan Sankarambodi, age 82, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 1, 2024.

S.N. Saranathan was born in Kancheepuram, Tamil Nadu, India on August 5, 1942 as the youngest of nine siblings. He retired from Canara Bank after 33 years of dedicated service. He was considered an honest, trustworthy individual and was well respected by his colleagues.

Saranathan is survived by his...

Aug 29, 2024

Chad Dexter Blanton, 47, of the Village of Lakewood, IL, passed away on Thursday, August 29, 2024. He was born on June 3, 1977 in Point Pleasant, NJ, to Loretta (Mullins) Blanton and the late Dexter Blanton.

On April 2, 2010, Chad married Laura McShane in Austin, Texas. Together, they built a life raising their two children, Tyler Ethan, 13, and...

Aug 29, 2024

John Paul Valaitis, 79, of Oswego, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on August 29, 2024. He was born on August 4, 1945, in Hanau, Germany to Casimir and Antoinette Valaitis.

John’s service to his country began in the Vietnam War, and he continued to serve his community as a Chicago police officer for 38 years, retiring as a...

Aug 28, 2024

Beatrice Josephine Flitman (nee Berhick), age 95, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 28, 2024.

Beatrice was born in Chicago, IL on March 7, 1929. On January 4, 1955, at age 26, she became a registered professional nurse. She married her beloved husband of 26 years, Emerson Flitman, on August 8, 1958. After spending many years as a homemaker, Beatrice resumed...

Aug 28, 2024

Kenneth Michael Fudala, 70, a longtime resident of Barrington, passed away on August 28, 2024. He was born on November 20, 1953 in Chicago, IL to Robert and Patricia Fudala.

Starting his career as a meat cutter at the age of 17, Ken devoted over 50 years to the craft, working at Dominick’s and Jewel in Barrington. His skill, dedication, and...

Aug 27, 2024

Timothy Dean Thornton, 59, of Cary, Illinois, passed away on August 27, 2024 after a courageous battle with Acute Myeloid Leukemia. From a double lung transplant in 2019 to a bone marrow transplant in 2023, Tim met his complex medical journey with optimism, hope and a heart full of faith. He pushed hard to beat the odds through each challenge...

Aug 26, 2024

Patricia Catherine McGuire (nee Small), age 89, of Schaumburg, IL passed away on August 26th at Good Shepherd Hospital in Barrington, IL surrounded by her family.

Patricia was born in Chicago, IL on February 8, 1935. Her family was her life. Patsy loved experiencing so much of God's blessings in life through her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. She occasionally made...

Aug 26, 2024