Aug 18, 2023

David John Fredin, 92, of Lake Barrington Shores, formerly of Cary, passed away on August 18, 2023.   He was born in Chicago on March 5, 1931 to Gustaf and Margaret (Erickson) Fredin.

In school, David played baseball and basketball and graduated from Barrington High School class of 1949.   He joined the Navy in 1950 and served on...

Aug 18, 2023

Another tortured Chicago Bears fan was put out of his misery on August 18, 2023, at the age of 77. Thomas Anthony Scully died after a long, valiant effort fending off pulmonary fibrosis, tolerating a superhuman number of CT scans and concerned family members yelling at him to “stop walking so fast!” Sometimes all in the same day.

Aug 18, 2023

Janet “Jan” E. Trede, 87, of Barrington, IL passed away peacefully on Friday, August 18, 2023 surrounded by her loving family. Jan was born November 29, 1935 in Milwaukee Wisconsin to Wilbert and Bernice Steltzer.

Jan graduated from Riverside High School in 1953, married her high school sweetheart Ralph in 1955. Together, they celebrated 62 years of...

Aug 18, 2023

Joseph B. Remez, 78, peacefully passed away on August 18, 2023, after a long hard battle with cancer. He was a long-time resident of Lake Zurich for over 47 years. Joe is a veteran of the Vietnam War, serving in the United States Army. For his service, he was a proud recipient of two Purple Heart medals and a...

Aug 17, 2023

On August 17, 2023, Jasper (Jay) James Laudicina, 85, of Huntley, IL, peacefully passed away, surrounded by many family members, after a long battle with kidney disease and other complications. Jay displayed remarkable strength and positivity during his last few months while sharing precious time with his beloved family and friends.

Jay most recently resided in the...

Aug 16, 2023

Ann Marie Tuszynski, 87, of Lake Barrington Shores, passed away on August 16, 2023. She was born in Chicago on March 26, 1936 to Francis and Marie (Dalka) Olender.

A loving wife, mother, grandmother and GiGi, Ann was selfless and always giving. Her unstoppable energy kept her always on the go volunteering endless hours with multiple organizations...

Aug 16, 2023

Charles Raymond Tonge age 76, passed away on Wednesday, August 16, 2023. Married on Valentine's Day in 1969 for 54 years to the cherished love of his life, Pam. He is also survived by his beloved daughter, Alicia Kelly, dearest grandchildren Grace Tyler and Blair Tyler Kelly. He is also survived by his brother-in-law Gary (Rita) Estes and niece Cary...

Aug 16, 2023

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Rocco Macri, affectionately known as "Tots," who passed away peacefully on August 16, 2023 at home in Barrington, IL surrounded by his loving wife Judy of 31 years and family. He was 91 years old.

Rocco was born in Canton, OH. His childhood was spent in...

Aug 16, 2023

Julia (Julie) Dobbins age 87 of Hastings, MN became heaven’s newest angel on Aug. 16, 2023, after a short courageous battle with cancer. Julie was born Sept. 13, 1935, to Virginia Yerian Wilson and Austin Yerian in Jackson, OH.

She graduated from Jackson High School in 1953 and proceeded to marry the love of her life Paul...

Aug 15, 2023

Kevin J. Scott, 62, of Crystal Lake, passed away unexpectedly on August 15, 2023. He was born on May 27, 1961 in Evanston, IL to Charles and Diana Scott.

Kevin graduated from Northwestern University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering. He lived out his academic passion with a 38-year career at Dow Chemical, retiring in December...

Aug 14, 2023

Sarah Elizabeth Kirson, age 54, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 14, 2023.

Sarah was a loving wife and mother, a passionate equestrian, a successful partner at a prestigious law firm, and a devout friend to many. Her devotion to her family and friends was surpassed only by her love of her many animal friends - horses,...

Aug 12, 2023

Al may have left us for Heaven, but that doesn’t mean we can’t talk about him! Let’s take a brief tour of his 85 years. Born in Bramanville, NY with the last name Guernsey (a dairy cow), Al fittingly spent much of his early years on a dairy farm where he often slept in the barn with the cows...

Aug 12, 2023

Austris “Oz” Polis, 84, of Crystal Lake, IL, passed away peacefully on August 12, 2023.

He is survived by his son Mark (Erin) Polis and granddaughters Maya and Hazel of Lake in the Hills, IL, as well as many loved ones and friends. He was preceded in death by his wife Barbara (Guettel) Polis, his parents Edgar...

Aug 11, 2023

Frederick A. Beelart passed away peacefully August 11, 2023 in Oak Lawn. He was born November 29, 1956 in Elgin to Sylvester and Wanda Beelart.

He is survived by his loving wife of 43 years Debbie; and his favorite M&Ms, Melissa (Charles) Potter and Megan Beelart; and the apples of his eye Conner, CJ, and Analia; as...

Aug 11, 2023

John “Jack” Strong passed away peacefully August 11, 2023.  He was born April 12, 1936 in Cortland, NY to Harold and Helen Strong.

Survivors include his daughter, Suzanne (Robert) Pedigo of Batavia, IL; grandchildren, Kayleigh and Hannah Pedigo and Ryan, Emily, and Heidi Strong; and great grandchildren, Mason Pedigo, and Elliot and William Strong.  He was preceded...

Aug 8, 2023

Thomas C. Grady, 85, of Lake Zurich, Illinois, passed away on August 8, 2023.

Tom, fondly known as Tommy Boy, was born to Thomas Patrick and Lillian Grady on March 26, 1938, in Indianapolis, Indiana. He grew up in Columbus, Indiana where he excelled on the tennis team at Columbus High School. Tom attended Purdue University, where...

Aug 8, 2023

Edward A. Scott III died peacefully on August 8th. Born in 1947, Ed spent his youth in Olympia Fields, and was a longtime resident of Barrington. He is survived by his wife Lauri (King), son Stormy (Helena), and daughters Haley Cermak (Brian) and McKenzie Scott (Ben). Waiting for him at Heaven’s gate were parents Edward Scott Jr. and Joan...

Aug 7, 2023

Ronald M. Johnston of Crystal Lake, was born on July 21, 1928 in Cedar Rapids, Iowa to the late Mernie and Florence (nee Kendall) Johnston.  He passed away peacefully on August 7, 2023 at the tender age of 95 at the JourneyCare Pepper Family Hospice Center in Barrington.

Ronald was in the ROTC during his school days...

Aug 5, 2023

John David Walbaum , 84, passed away peacefully on August 5, 2023 in Arizona. His beloved wife, Mary Ann Walbaum (Carefree, Arizona) at his side.

John was born March 5, 1939 in Elgin, Illinois. His parents, Herb and Esther Walbaum preceded him in death. He is survived by his wife, Mary Ann, and his loving sister, Mary...

Aug 5, 2023

Rodney Nobuo Maruyama, 73, of Crystal Lake, died on August 5, 2023 of natural causes while on his way home from an afternoon walk. He was a licensed clinical social worker who helped so many and was a very respected member of the community. Rod was the definition of a family man and spent as much time as he...