Lori Ruzbasan

Apr 7, 2013

Biography Lori Geralyn Ruzbasan, 49 of Crystal Lake was born May 13, 1963 in Evanston, Illinois, and passed away peacefully Sunday, April 7, 2013, Divine Mercy Sunday, surrounded by her loving family. Lori's love for children and her strong faith drew her to her chosen profession as a grade school teacher in a catholic school. Lori enriched and inspired the...

Pearl Penoyer

Apr 5, 2013

Pearl Marie Penoyer, longtime resident of Crystal Lake, passed away Friday, April 5, 2013 in Germantown, Tennessee. For nearly 30 years, Pearl worked for School District 47. Pearl held the title of district manager for school cafeterias. She was well known for being “grandma” to all the school children. Pearl will be remembered as a wonderfully upbeat woman with her...

Walter Dorzweiler

Apr 4, 2013

Walter T. Dorzweiler, 85, of Barrington passed away peacefully on April 4, 2013. He was born May 17, 1927 in Menasha, Wisconsin to Alois and Rose (nee Walters) Dorzweiler. On October 17, 1954 he married Doris Williams. Walter was honorably discharged from the Army as a 2nd Lieutenant after 3 years of service. After spending 4 years at the University...

William Kircher

Apr 3, 2013

KIRCHER WILLIAM R. Age 82, of Barrington, IL, formerly of Pittsburgh, on Wednesday, April 3, 2013. Beloved husband of Heather Elliott; loving father of Kelly (Robert) Yarosz, Cindy Kircher, James (Terri) Ekin, and David Ekin; grandfather of Kristen (Benjamin) Gottlieb, Bethany (Robert) Fendy and Hunter Ekin; brother of June Boyd. Visitation at the THOMAS M. SMITH FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY...

Robert Taylor

Apr 3, 2013

Robert Lee Taylor, 69 died Wednesday afternoon at Good Shepherd Hospital in Barrington, IL. He was born July 1, 1943 in Garrett to the late Roscoe and Olga (Reinoehl) Taylor. Surviving are a brother Dennis (Sue) Taylor; two sisters, Deanna (Gary) Wehr and Nancy (Gary) Moore and many nieces and nephews. His partner of over 30 years, Jim Kinnucan, preceded...

Leona Gaspar

Apr 3, 2013

Leona Agnes Gaspar, 70 of Barrington Hills Born October 22, 1942 in Chicago to Leonard and Caroline Bloniarz, passed away peacefully April 3, 2013 in Winfield. Leona volunteered at Catchpenny in Barrington for over 20 years. Leona is survived by her children Ricky (Julie) Braet, Melissa (Ken) Woltz Jr., and Maurice Braet, grandchildren; Kenny III, Kiki, and Carter Woltz,...

Dolores Lessmann

Apr 2, 2013

Dolores B. Lessmann, 89, was born March 2, 1924 in Chicago, Illinois and passed away peacefully Tuesday, April 2, 2013 at Autumn Leaves in Crystal Lake. Dolores worked from the late 1960’s until the mid 1970’s as a traveling representative for Estee Lauder where she developed a keen sense of style and grace. She was a member of the Barrington...

Shirley Anderson

Apr 1, 2013

Shirley M. Anderson, 81, of Barrington, formerly of Palatine, passed away April 1, 2013. She was born in Chicago on May 6, 1931 to Iner and Lillian Anderson. Shirley will be remembered as a loving mother and dedicated grandmother and great-grandmother. Shirley is survived by her brother, John Anderson; children, Vernon (Betty) Anderson, Terry (Mark) Lessert, Keith (Susan) Anderson, Mel...

Paul Staszak

Mar 31, 2013

Arrangements for Mr. Staszak were private.

William "Bo" Leahey, Jr

Mar 28, 2013

William "Bo" Leahey Jr., 69, of Crystal Lake passed away at his home unexpectedly on Thursday, March 28, 2013. Bo was the beloved husband and best friend of Cleta (nee Wind) Leahey for 44 years and the loving father of Tracey Dayton and Kevin. Described as a man who "was never without friends and a person who enjoyed the company...

Edward DeWitz

Mar 28, 2013

Edward Freidrich DeWitz, 91, of Barrington, passed away, March 28, 2013, at home. He was born on November 21, 1921, to Paul Freidrich and Elizabeth DeWitz in Elgin. Ed is survived by his sister, Fran Periman; brother, Roy (Barbara) DeWitz; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, and brothers, Harold DeWitz, Paul DeWitz, and...

Jenice Ewert

Mar 27, 2013

Jenice Ruth Ewert, 56, of Grayslake, passed away, March 27, 2013, in Libertyville. She was born on May 16, 1956, to John and Ruth Ewert in Chicago. Her love, laugh and her joy will be remembered forever. Jenice is survived by her daughters, Natalie Fornelli and Ashley Fornelli; father, John Ewert; sisters, Karen Rose and Robyn (Jeff) Johnson; nephew, Michael...

Robert Ottoson

Mar 26, 2013

Beloved son of the late Roy and Blanche (nee Suchy) Ottoson, brother of Jackie Wilke, cousin of Rebecca Ottoson, Mary Ottoson, and John Suchy, and cherished friend to many fellow residents and staff of Lambs Farm, Libertyville, where he enjoyed an active and happy life since 1982. Bob was an avid Green Bay Packers fan. Visitation will be 10am...

Lois Edgar

Mar 24, 2013

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Arrangements for Mrs. Edgar are private.

Jennifer Edgerton

Mar 23, 2013

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Born April 14, 1975 in Nashua, New Hampshire, passed away peacefully March 23, 2013 at her home in Barrington surrounded by her loving family. Jennifer is survived by her loving parents John and Linda Deady, daughter Ella Edgerton, siblings; Linda Morgan, John (Victoria) Edgerton, Patrick Deady, Jason (Katie) Edgerton, Jared...

Barbara Schiewe

Mar 23, 2013

Barbara Schiewe, 69, of Lake Barrington, passed away peacefully at home March 23, 2013, after a brave seven year battle with breast cancer. She was born March 27, 1943 in Chicago to Robert and Betty Schiewe. Barbara was well known for her teaching career with Lines Elementary as their librarian. She was a vibrant woman who could engage in conversation...

Jean Myers

Mar 21, 2013

Jean Myers, 91, of Barrington, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on March 21, 2013. She was born February 28, 1922 in Chicago to Allen and Anna Guger. Jean was a secretary for Corn Products until 1949 when she became a dedicated mother, a creatively good cook, and also began volunteering for The Catch Penny, Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital Auxiliary...

Joyce Bauer

Mar 21, 2013

Joyce Bauer, 67, born January 24, 1946 in Tullahoma, TN, passed away peacefully March 21, 2013 in Arlington Heights, surrounded by her loving family. Joyce is survived by her children, Scott Bauer, Lisa (Brian) Conradt; grandchildren, Victoria, Rachel, Nicholas and Matthew Bauer, Riley and Nathan Conradt; sisters, Jean Bourke and Diane Geiger. Visitation will be 3pm until the time of...

Marie Ruddy

Mar 20, 2013

Arrangements for Mrs. Ruddy are private.

Melissa O'Connor

Mar 20, 2013

Melissa Anne O’Connor, 21 of Cary was born November 24, 1991 in Peoria, Illinois and passed away Wednesday, March 20, 2013 at Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital in Barrington following a brief illness. Melissa had a passion for volleyball. She was a member of the Sky High Volleyball team in junior high school and at Marian Central Catholic High School. She...