Mar 5, 2023

Virginia L. Kelly (nee Creech), age 89, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 5, 2023.

Virginia was born on May 5, 1933 in Cumberland, Kentucky. She lived in Indiana for many years where she was married and started her family. After a brief stint in Iowa the family settled here in the metro Chicago area. She was...

Mar 5, 2023

We are sad to announce the passing of Jolene Mae Wright-Cott of Crystal Lake.   Born on May 5, 1980, she died on March 5, 2023 at Northwestern Hospital in Huntley at the age of 42.

Jolene was a vivacious woman who had six amazing children of her own, but enjoyed being a second mother to many others....

Mar 5, 2023

Zachary “Zac” Richard Adam Pletz, 32., of McHenry, passed away unexpectedly on March 5, 2023. He was visiting with a friend on Saturday night and in the morning, his friend woke up and Zac didn’t. He was born on December 18, 1990 in McHenry, IL to John and Kathleen (nee Murrey) Pletz. He grew up in Crystal Lake, IL...

Mar 4, 2023

Michael Novak, 34 of Barrington, passed away unexpectedly at home on March 4, 2023. He was born on January 9, 1989 to Peter and Mona Novak.

Mike was a loving son, an EMT, and a musician. He enjoyed spending his days in the garden growing micro greens and mushrooms.

He loved this quote from Anthony...

Mar 4, 2023

Andrew “Thomas” McCarthy, of McHenry passed away on March 4, 2023, just shy of his 82nd birthday.  He was born in Chicago on March 6, 1941 to Andrew and Mary (nee Ryan) McCarthy.

Tom was always a hard worker and provided well for his family. He loved his wife, kids and all grandchildren and would have moved...

Mar 4, 2023

Matthew W. Cornwell, age 32, passed away peacefully on March 4, 2023, with his beloved family by his side. He was the loving son of Kevin and Susan (nee Ruff) Cornwell; devoted brother of Sarah (Austin) Monroe, Daniel (Kimberly) Cornwell, and Aubrey (Tyler) Martik; dear uncle to Delilah Cornwell, Henry Monroe, Elliot Monroe, and Marin Monroe; cherished grandson of...

Mar 4, 2023

It is with heavy hearts we announce the unexpected passing of Kurt Schraut on March 4th, 2023 after a short illness. Kurt was a loving father, uncle, grandfather, and mentor who touched the lives of many people throughout his lifetime.

Kurt grew up in Lake Zurich, IL.  He studied Physics at the University of Colorado-Boulder and was...

Mar 3, 2023

Joan Francis Hoem (nee Domschke), age 79, passed away peacefully on Friday, March 3, 2023.

Joan was born in Chicago, IL on September 24, 1943. Joan grew up in Downers Grove, IL. She met the love of her life, John “Jack” Hoem, and settled in the Chicagoland area, having raised their two kids in Zion, IL. After...

Mar 2, 2023

It is with great sadness and heartbreak that we share the passing of our beloved Mother, Mary Ann Gulbranson (nee Wetterholm) who passed tragically and unexpectedly on March 2, 2023.

Mary Ann was born in Chicago, on September 30, 1944 to parents Arvid and Anna (nee Wiora) Wetterholm.  As the youngest of three and only daughter, Mary...

Mar 2, 2023

It is with great sadness and heartbreak that we share the passing of our treasured Uncle, Richard A. Wetterholm who passed tragically and unexpectedly of a heart attack while driving on March 2, 2023.

Born as the oldest of three in Chicago, on March 5, 1937, to parents Arvid and Anna (nee Wiora) Wetterholm, Richard called the...

Mar 2, 2023

Noreen “Penny” Edens, 97, of Barrington IL, formerly of Chicago, IL passed away March 2, 2023. She was born February 11, 1926 in Chicago IL, to the late James Kearns and Nora McCarthy. Noreen is survived by her step daughters Kathleen and Jacqueline Edens and many nieces and nephews. Noreen is preceded in death by her beloved husband; Walter Edens,...

Mar 1, 2023

Joan McCraw Lineberry died March 1, 2023 at her daughter’s home in Elgin, Illinois.

She was preceded in death by her husband Charles Lane Lineberry.  Surviving her are her son, Colin and his wife, Alice, and their two sons, Travis and Matthew of Austin; her daughter Stephanie Marquardt, and her husband Kurt, their three children, Faith Marquardt...

Feb 28, 2023

John “Jack” W. Sullivan Jr., 84, of Lake Barrington passed away on February 28, 2023. He was born on February 2, 1939 in Chicago, IL to the late John Sr. and Margaret Sullivan.

Jack was a proud 1957 graduate of Fenwick High School. On June 18, 1960, Jack married Joan Guardalabene at St. Bernadine’s Church in Forest...

Feb 28, 2023

Robert “Bob” Collimore passed away peacefully February 28, 2023 in Elgin.  He was born October 3, 1933 in Bridgeport, CT  to Charles and Margaret Collimore.

Following graduation from Dartmouth College Bob proudly served in the U.S. Air Force for ten years.

He went on to become owner of Kuffel, Eggert, Collimore and Company Insurance where...

Feb 27, 2023

Dave H. Bruski, passed away peacefully  at the age of 70 with his beloved daughters by his side.

Dave was born in Chicago on April 22, 1952, to Herman and Sonia Bruski. He studied Business Administration at Northern Illinois University and he spent his career in the business field. Growing up on the Southside of Chicago, Dave...

Feb 27, 2023

Corinne Ann Schrempf (nee Peters), age 72, passed away peacefully on Monday, February 27, 2023.

Corinne was born on April 4, 1950, in Chicago, IL. After successfully raising her family of 5 children, Corinne returned to college to receive her Art degree and teaching certification and later her Master’s degree in School Administration. She was a dedicated...

Feb 25, 2023

Larry Joseph Valio of Crystal Lake, beloved husband, father, grandfather, family member and friend, passed away February 25, 2023 after a long battle with Alzheimer’s Disease.

Larry was born in Chicago on March 10, 1949 to Louis and Geraldine Valio (nee Cinotto). He was a veteran of the United States Navy and was a Quality Control Engineer...

Feb 24, 2023

Robert “Roger” Clayton Scholle, of Crystal Lake, passed away Friday, February 24, 2023 at the age of 88. He was born August 16, 1934 in Chicago, the son of the late Edward and Dorothy (nee Wold) Scholle.

Roger was a proud veteran of the U.S. Army, stationed at Fort Greely, Alaska. Roger spent his career working in...

Feb 24, 2023

Nancy Walneck, 84, of Crystal Lake passed away February 24, 2023, surrounded by her loving family. She was born September 9, 1938, in Chicago, IL to the late Richard and Alice Bowes. Nancy had a strong commitment to the Catholic Church, enjoyed spending time with her family, and loved to tend to her garden of flowers. Nancy was survived...

Feb 23, 2023

Frederick Schultz Oyer 76 of Inverness, IL passed away on  23 February 2023. He was born on 14 November 1946 in Bluffton, Ohio.  Beloved husband of Darlene C. Oyer. Devoted father to Arthur (Bonnie) & Christine Stephens. Loving Grandfather to Jonathan, Olivia (Tom) Radovich and Evanee, Great Grandfather to Oliver. Loving son to the late Dr. Russell & Laura...