Apr 20, 2016

Richard “Dick” M. Spears, 86, of Cary passed away April 20, 2016. He was born January 2, 1930 in Chicago.

He married the love of his life, Janet Zeuli, on February 6, 1954. Together they raised four wonderful sons.

Dick was a master carpenter who took enormous pride in his family. He adored spending time...

Apr 18, 2016

David Wayne Curtis, beloved father, husband, brother, son, uncle, and friend, passed peacefully into the Kingdom of Heaven on the 18th of April, 2016, at Northwestern Memorial Hospital in Chicago, IL. He was born September 24, 1959. Dave was preceded in death by his father, Harold Curtis. He is survived by his beautiful bride of 34 years, Pamela; daughter,...

Apr 17, 2016

Asta was born May 27, 1923 in Malmö, Sweden to Hilding and Hedvig (nee Persson) Jönsson, passed away peacefully April 17, 2016 in Woodstock.

Asta worked for The Fabric Shop in Crystal Lake for over 40 years. She was an avid seamstress and enjoyed knitting, crocheting, and counted cross-stitch. Asta also enjoyed jigsaw puzzles and walking by...

Apr 15, 2016

Born September 27, 1943 in Maywood to Leonard and Shirley May, passed away April 15, 2016, at Centegra Hospital in McHenry.

Leonard was a police officer and detective for Crystal Lake Police for 14 years. Most recently he was sales representative for American Solutions for Business.

Leonard is survived by his wife of 28 years,...

Apr 14, 2016

Mrs. Diana C. Widing, age 79, passed away on April 14, 2016. She was born on July 5, 1936 to Gotthard and Hilda (Carlson) Goranson in Chicago. Diana loved spending time with her grandchildren, traveling reading, and socializing. On June 21, 1958 she married Richard K. Widing who preceded her in death on July 13, 1980.

Diana is survived...

Apr 13, 2016

Ronald W. Slaboch, 69, of Cary, was born on December 29, 1946 in Chicago to James and Patricia Slaboch. He passed away on Wednesday, April 13, 2016 in Libertyville.

Ron was a tremendous guy and very giving of his time. He was a beloved husband, father, and grandfather. Over the past several years, Ron found joy in...

Apr 13, 2016

Biography

Joan was born October 7, 1938 in Chicago to Dorothy and John Giametti. She passed away April 13, 2016.

Joan was a loving mother who was profoundly devoted to and fiercely protective of her daughters. She was passionate about traveling, her friends, and being with her three best friends, her daughters, and lovely granddaughters....

Apr 11, 2016

Born August 19, 1955 in Rochester, NY, the daughter of Arthur and Arline (nee Schwartz) Munns, she passed away April 11, 2016 at her home in Crystal Lake, Illinois.

Marsha was a dedicated parishioner of St. Thomas Catholic Church in Crystal Lake and formerly at St. Anthony’s Parish in Manteca, CA as an Adornment Committee Member. Being...

Apr 10, 2016

Veronica Souther, of Lake Barrington, Illinois, formerly of Sag Harbor, New York, passed away peacefully on April 10, 2016 in Barrington.

Veronica is survived by her sons, Lawrence (Susan) Dierking, and Kevin (Karen) Souther, both of Lake Zurich, IL; her grandchildren, Dan (Elizabeth) Dierking, Laurie (Bryan) Williamson, Michelle, Jennifer, and Kimberly Souther; her great-grandchildren, Jackson “JD”, Annabelle,...

Apr 7, 2016

Charles E. Mortell, 86, of Horseshoe Bend, Arkansas formerly of Chicago, passed away peacefully on April 7, 2016. He was born on September 9, 1929 in Chicago, IL to Charles Anthony and Helen Mary (nee Flemming) Mortell. Charles was a proud veteran of the United States Marine Corps. He was an avid golfer and enjoyed painting. He is survived...

Apr 5, 2016

John Diaz, 55, of Crystal Lake, passed away peacefully on April 5, 2016. He was born on October 15, 1960 in Honolulu, Hawaii. Services and interment for John will be privately held.

Apr 3, 2016

Biography

Mary Ann Cruz, 52 of Crystal Lake Born December 27, 1963 in Elgin, she passed away unexpectedly April 3, 2016 in Woodstock. Mary enjoyed nature and traveling with her longtime partner Dave. She was a loving, nurturing mother and grandmother who devoted her time to family, especially caring for her grandchildren. Surviving are her daughter; Tiffany (Mark) Browne;...

Apr 3, 2016

Our family is deeply saddened by the untimely death of Glenda Kathleen Conlee (née Stemple) on Sunday, April 3, 2016. Kathy, 65, remains an important part of all of our lives, as a wife, mother, gran, sister, aunt, friend and confidant. Her love of life and the lives of others will forever inspire us all.

Kathy is...

Apr 1, 2016

Vette E. Kell, 100, of Barrington, was born October 17, 1915 in Marengo, IA to Eugene and Florence (nee Hatter) Kell. He passed away on Friday, April 1, 2016 in Barrington. Vette is survived by his son, Michael (Margaret) Kell; his grandchildren, Michael (Kimberly) Kell, Grace (Jason) Dascoli, and Victoria (Andrew) Lowdon; and six great grandchildren. He is preceded in...

Apr 1, 2016

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September 24, 2015 - April 1, 2016

Charlie Battaglia was born September 24, 2015 to Katie Pope and Brian Battaglia. He passed away peacefully April 1, 2016 at his home in the loving arms of his mother and surrounded by his sisters and family.

Charlie was a blessing to...

Mar 31, 2016

James E. Schuck, 54, of Lake Barrington, was born November 3, 1961 in Elgin to Loretta (née Ziolo) and Clarence Schuck. He passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Thursday, March 31, 2016 in Barrington.

James attended Barrington High School, The Cooking & Hospitality Institute of Chicago, and Kendall College Business School. His career as a...

Mar 31, 2016

Grace (Benedict) Delware Hamilton passed away on March 31, 2016 at Bickford Assisted Living in Crystal Lake, IL. Grace was born January 3, 1910 in Bristol, Wisconsin to Elizabeth Higgins Benedict and LeGrand Benedict. She grew up on an apple farm near Kenosha, Wisconsin.

In her 106 years, Grace lived through much history, including the influenza epidemic...

Mar 28, 2016

Pamela Hidding, 60, of Barrington Hills was born June 16, 1955 in Chicago to Norbert Bork and MaryAnn (nee Mule) Ladubec. She passed away peacefully on Monday, March 28, 2016. Pamela would like to let you know that her work is done here. She received "the" call... she will be returning in spirit only. Pamela is now reunited with family...

Mar 28, 2016

Diana June Franchi, 68, of Cape Coral, FL passed away peacefully on March 28, 2016 in Elmhurst, IL surrounded by family and friends. Diana was born on April 19, 1947 in Evanston to the late William and June (Grant) Martin. Diana attended Glenbrook North High School, before attending Northern Illinois University as an education major. She helped manage her father’s...

Mar 27, 2016

John Robert Horcher, 84, of Barrington, formerly of Buffalo Grove, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on March 27, 2016. He was born in Buffalo Grove, IL on May 18, 1931 to John Francis and Frances (nee Liesberger) Horcher. John was a proud veteran of the United States Marines. He was a member of the Carpenters Union for...