May 15, 2023

Lawrence E. Latas of McHenry, IL passed away at home with his wife, daughter and son by his side. He was born in Chicago on March 22, 1956 to Edmund and Dorothy (Manczko) Latas. Larry battled stage four lung cancer for just over a year. He fought incredibly hard every single day despite everything that was thrown his way....

May 15, 2023

Merrilee A. Potdar, 73, of Lake Zurich passed away unexpectedly on May 15, 2023, with her loving husband by her side. She was born on October 14, 1949, in Chicago, IL to Robert Keely and Gladys Igliori.

Merrilee is survived by her loving husband, Rajen Potdar; son, Neel (Irene) Potdar; her brother John Igliori, David Igliori, and...

May 13, 2023

John Philip Burg, a beloved father, grandfather, and sibling, passed away on May 13, 2023, in San Antonio, Texas, due to complications from congestive heart failure. Born on November 27, 1950, in Crystal Lake, Illinois, John was known for his friendly personality, his analytical mind, and his extraordinary ability to find loose change.

John is survived by...

May 12, 2023

Richard "Rick" Thinnes, 66, of Algonquin passed away peacefully on May 12, 2023

Beloved husband of Bonnie. Loving father of Michael (Corbie Reece) & Richard "Ricky" (Amanda) Thinnes. Dear grandfather of Riley, Dylan, George, Jacob, Travis, William, Kaylynn, Charlotte, Colton & Allison. Fond son of the late Richard "Dicky" & the late Anne. Step son of Patricia...

May 11, 2023

Ruth Ida Frisch (nee Jones), age 97, of Cary, IL, passed away peacefully on May 11, 2023.

Ruth was born in Davenport, IA on September 9, 1925, to John and Margaret (Lange) Jones. After high school graduation, she worked as a secretary/stenographer and belonged to a business sorority in Davenport until she met the love...

May 10, 2023

Richard “Dick” H. Ruske, 92, of Spring Grove, passed away on May 10, 2023.  He was born in Chicago on October 4, 1930 to Herman and Charlotte (Pacer) Ruske.

Dick was a veteran of the United State Marine Corps and was a proud firefighter for thirty years with the Evanston Fire Department.

He loved fishing...

May 8, 2023

Vivian Hansen, 89, of Lake Zurich, Il, died peacefully May 8, 2023, at her beloved home that she lived in for 69 years. She was married to her husband, Norman, for over 50 years when he passed away October 25, 2004. They had two children Patricia (Edward) Ditkoff and James Norman Hansen. She had 4 granddaughters and 6 great-grandchildren....

May 8, 2023

Jon L. Apmann, 78, passed peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Monday, May 8, 2023 at his home in Barrington Hills.

He was born July 19, 1944 in Milwaukee, WI, the son of the late Elmer and Mary Katherine (nee Seiter) Apmann.

Jon is survived by his loving wife of 44 years, Nancy; his...

May 7, 2023

Joseph Fred Colantonio, 65, of Schaumburg Illinois, passed away May 7, 2023. He was born June 12, 1957, to Fred and Eleanor Colantonio in Chicago, Illinois.

Joseph is survived by his sons; Eric (Abbe) Colantonio and Bill (Shelley) Colantonio; grandchildren, Carson and Jack. He is preceded in death by his parents; Fred and Eleanor Colantonio.

May 6, 2023

Jason William Bruno, 48, of Crystal Lake, Illinois passed away suddenly Saturday, May 6, 2023. He was born October 8, 1974, in Chicago Illinois to William V. and Donna M. Bruno. Jason was a follower of Jesus, a beloved husband, a loving father, a supportive brother, a wonderful son, and a close friend to many. Jason was a musician...

May 5, 2023

The Mass of Christian Burial for Violeta P. Olivera, 88, of Algonquin, will be held at 11 a.m., Thursday, May 18th at St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church, 111 S Hubbard St, Algonquin, IL 60102, where she will lie in state from 10 a.m. until the time of mass. Burial will follow at St. Michael the Archangel Cemetery, Palatine.

May 5, 2023

Richard A. Plunkett, of Crystal Lake, passed away May 5, 2023 at the age of 82.

He was born September 10, 1940 in Hackensack, NJ. The son of the late Walter and Marguerite Plunkett.

Richard graduated from Rutgers University in 1964 with a commission in the Air Force ROTC and immediately went on active duty...

May 5, 2023

Michael McEwen Bignell, 72, of Woodstock, Illinois passed away surrounded by his loving family on May 5, 2023. He was born September 11, 1950, in Chicago, Illinois to Howard and Jean Bignell.

Michael loved his motorcycle and teaching others motorcycle riding. He taught many students the love of riding and the importance of safety. He was an...

May 3, 2023

Patricia Key Bobkoski, 92, of Barrington, IL passed away with her children by her side May 3, 2023. She was born December 17, 1930.

Pat resided in the Barrington area for over 60 years. 20 of which were spent teaching in the Cary public schools.  She loved books and genealogy.  She read a vast range of books...

May 3, 2023

Terrence J. Loftus, 65 of Lake Barrington, passed away peacefully on May 3, 2023 with his loving family by his side. He was born on December 16, 1957 in Chicago, IL.

Terry graduated from Western Illinois University in 1980 with a bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Business. He spent most of his working years with the Pipefitters Union...

May 3, 2023

Mark A. Ross, a devoted husband and father, passed away peacefully at his home on May 3, 2023, surrounded by his loving family. He was 55 years old. Born on October 21, 1967, in Chicago to Ronald and Margaret Ross. Mark grew up with a love of family and friends.

Mark is survived by his beloved wife,...

May 2, 2023

George Lewis “Lew” Vorick, 91, of Crystal Lake, IL, passed away peacefully on May 2, 2023, with his loving wife by his side. He entered the world on April 21, 1932, on the kitchen table of his Hungarian immigrant parents’ house in Hoopeston, IL.

Lew excelled in sports as a youth (especially baseball), and served 2 years...

May 2, 2023

Jamie Ehrig passed away Tuesday, May 2, 2023 at his home surrounded by family and friends who loved him dearly.  Jamie was a lifelong resident of Chicago, opening the Martini Ranch in 1991 which was one of the top bars in Chicago for over 20 years, named as  one of the best places for a Martini and hosted many...

May 1, 2023

Joseph D. Bates and Donna K. Bates passed unexpectedly on May 1, 2023.

Joe is preceded in death by his parents John and Wanda (Gordon) Bates, sister Bonnie (Jerry) Lance, sister-in-law Martha “Billie” Bates and brother-in-law Ron Caringer.

Joe was born on July 29, 1949, in Princeton, IN.

He was a graduate of...

May 1, 2023

Thomas Charles Slagis, of Crystal Lake, Illinois, passed away unexpectedly on May 1, 2023 at the age of 59. Tom’s family and friends are devastated by this sudden loss. Tom was born on February 18, 1964 in Elmira, New York to Edward and Eileen Slagis and moved to the Chicagoland area in 1983.

Tom dedicated his professional...