Mar 6, 2024

Evelynn “Lynn” Louise Ford, 81, of Crystal Lake, Illinois passed away March 6, 2024. Lynn was born on February 25, 1943, in Chicago, Illinois to the late Martin and Myrtle Zamecnik.

Lynn is survived by her husband, Jerome “Jerry” Ford; children, Suzanne (Kevin) Rewerts, and Pamela (Richard) Rafford; grandchildren, Andrew (Catherine) Rewerts, Adam Rewerts, Bradley (Kailey) Rafford,...

Mar 6, 2024

Doris was born September 2, 1923, to Edna Doremus and Elmer Sundberg in Brooklyn, New York.   Doris passed away peacefully at the age of 100 at her home in Lake Barrington Woods.  She is preceded in death by her parents; husband Bill; and daughter Gail (Ken Krieger, deceased). As a teenager, Doris worked diligently developing her speed skating skills.  ...

Mar 5, 2024

Nancy Jean Gannon (née Archambault), aged 87, passed away on March 5, 2024, in Crystal Lake, Illinois. Born on June 28, 1936, in Chicago, Illinois.

 Nancy's academic journey was marked by her graduation from Marywood High School in 1954, followed by earning her degree from Marquette University in 1958 and later from Loyola University Law School (which included a master’s degree...

Mar 3, 2024

Mary DeWane Statter, 90, of Crystal Lake, passed away on March 3, 2024, following a brief illness. She was born in Caledonia, IL, on May 25, 1933, to the late Emmett and Isabel (Holsker) DeWane.

She was a 1951 graduate of St. Mary’s Catholic High School in Woodstock and later graduated from the American Beauty Academy. Mary...

Mar 3, 2024

Gary Nagel, 85, passed away on March 3, 2024. Born in Rochester, PA, on August 7, 1938, Gary was a proud resident of Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania, for 52 years before retiring to the Woodstock area.

He married Judy McAllister on July 17, 1965, in Baden, PA, and together they raised their son, Mark Nagel (Rose). Gary was...

Mar 2, 2024

Joseph “Joe” Tenyer, 64, of Barrington passed away unexpectedly on March 2, 2024. He was born on April 20, 1959 in Chicago to Josef and Anna Tenyer.

Joe was a man who epitomized selflessness. He always put others first, going above and beyond to take care of everyone and everything around him. His unwavering dedication to his...

Mar 1, 2024

Dorothy Petersen was born March 8th, 1941, in Elmhurst, Illinois to Elmer and Helen (nee. Christiansen) Petersen.

Dorothy was a hairdresser and owned her own shop in Lake Zurich called "A Cut Above".  A crafter at heart, Dorothy enjoyed scrapbooking, knitting, painting, cross stitching, and paper art.  She was full time caregiver for her two grandsons for...

Mar 1, 2024

Joseph C. Lodi, 82, of Oakwood Hills, passed away on Friday, March 1, 2024. Born in Chicago on March 6, 1941, to the late Joseph and Florence (Gall) Lodygowski, Joe led a fulfilling life. He was a licensed barber, a dedicated mailman for 35 years in Rogers Park, a real estate broker, and a Quality Assurance Manager for his...

Mar 1, 2024

Harold “Bill” William Irwin, Jr., age 66, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Friday, March 1st, 2024.

Bill was born in Port Chester, NY on August 19th, 1957. Upon graduating from the College of Boca Raton (1978) and the University of California at Santa Barbara (1980), Bill began working at ATC, the company his father founded....

Mar 1, 2024

Patricia “Patti” Criel, 80, of Lake Zurich, passed away peacefully on March 1, 2024. She was born on July 15, 1943 in Chicago to the late John and Marion Burrows.

Patti had an unwavering passion for horses, particularly her beloved Paso Fino horses, which held a special place in her heart. As an avid equestrian, Patti spent...

Feb 29, 2024

Kristin Kay Loos, 45, of McHenry, Illinois passed away February 29, 2024. Kristin was born July 27, 1978, in Mount Prospect, Illinois to Henry and Susan (Kuelbs) Van Huis.She was a resident of McHenry, IL and a 1996 graduate of Valparaiso University, with an MBA from Boston University in 2010.Kristin is survived by her daughters, Naomi Loos, and Charlotte Loos;...

Feb 29, 2024

Lars Eric Svensson, 95, of Woodstock, IL, passed away peacefully from this world into the arms of his heavenly father. He was born in Chicago on April 8, 1928, the son of the late John Elias Svensson and Hilder (nee Strand) Svensson.

Lars was married to the love of his life, Harriet (nee Nedrebo) Svensson, for 70...

Feb 28, 2024

Kenneth Earl Garrison, 76, of Wheeling, Illinois passed away unexpectedly but peacefully on February 28, 2024. He was born on November 21,1947, in Chicago, Illinois.

Ken was a member of the Village Church of Barrington for over a decade, where he found purpose, community, and a place to live out his faith.

Ken married Victoria...

Feb 27, 2024

Ronald S. Orzechowski, 78, of Crystal Lake, Illinois passed away suddenly on February 27, 2024. Ron was born May 4, 1945, in Chicago, Illinois to the late Bernard and Mary Orzechowski. Ron married Trudy on June 20, 1970. As a Loyola University graduate, he with Trudy as his partner, founded and built over 38 years their very successful business,...

Feb 26, 2024

Stanton P. Serwitz, age 82, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, February 26, 2024, with his loving family by his side.

Stanton was born in Chicago, IL on June 7, 1941. An incredible man who lived life to the fullest.  An avid outdoorsman, he loved fishing, hunting, camping, archery, and ending the day with a cold...

Feb 25, 2024

Fred M. Dittmann Jr., 77, a longtime resident of Lake Zurich, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on February 25, 2024. He was born on October 31, 1946 in Chicago to the late Fred Sr. and Verle Dittmann. Born and raised on the Northwest side of Chicago in the Portage Park area, Fred brought warmth, passion, and ingenuity to...

Feb 24, 2024

Marlene Mae Shelton passed away peacefully February 24, 2024 in Crystal Lake. She was born July 16, 1935 in Ashtabula, OH to Glenn and Louise Rexroad.

Marlene graduated with high honors from Andrews School for Girls in Willoughby, OH. She held various office positions including a high-profile legal firm in Youngstown, OH and then continued with office...

Feb 23, 2024

  Mendel Kieth Hamrick, 76, of Algonquin, Illinois passed away February 23, 2024. Mendel was born September 5, 1947 in Webster Springs, West Virginia to the late Doy and Jana Hamrick.  

  In loving memory of Mendel Hamrick, we bid farewell to a remarkable generous soul whose presence graced our lives with warmth and wisdom. He was not just a good man; he...

Feb 22, 2024

Melanie J. Moehling of Marengo, IL passed away February 22, 2024 at JourneyCare Hospice in Barrington, IL. Melanie, also know as Mel by many of her friends, was the daughter of Maud Joerg Fischer and Edward Fischer. Born on October 25, 1946 in North Tonawanda, NY, she spent her childhood and teen years growing up in North Tonawanda along...

Feb 21, 2024

Dr. Walter W. Dalitsch, Jr., one of the last veterinarians serving the Chicago Union Stockyards, passed peacefully in his sleep at home the morning of February 21, 2024.

Born September 25, 1938 in Chicago, to surgeon, professor and Reserve Naval Dental Officer Walter Dalitsch, Sr. and Cook County Hospital nurse Selma (Erdmann) Dalitsch, he grew up primarily...