May 30, 2022

Michael Thomas Lorenz, of Palatine, formerly of Barrington, passed away unexpectedly on May 30, 2022 at the age of 65.

He was born July 4, 1956 in Chicago, the son of the late Thomas Edward and Lois Marie (nee Enzenbacher) Lorenz.

Mike will be remembered as a simple man who enjoyed spending time with his...

May 30, 2022

Randall Scott Lomelino, a longtime client of Pioneer Center, 57, of Crystal Lake, passed away peacefully on May 30, 2022. He was born on December 22, 1964 in Cincinnati, Ohio to Earl and Collene Lomelino.

Randall is survived by his parents, Earl and Collene; brother, Dale Lomelino; and nieces, Jennifer and Carrie Lomelino.

Memorial visitation...

May 28, 2022

Ann Fraps Gaul, 83, of Crystal Lake, IL passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 28, 2022. She was born in Savannah, GA on December 26, 1938, to Arthur George and Leona Michel Fraps.

A beautiful lady, both inside and out, Ann had a true mother’s heart. She was loving, kind, patient, and humble and had the warmest,...

May 28, 2022

Harper Jane Backe passed away peacefully in her sleep at home, on May 28, 2022. She was born on May 12, 2015 to Trace Backe and Megan Stafiej.

Although only 7 years old, Harper left an impression to all that met her. She had an infectious laugh and the biggest smile. Even though she was...

May 27, 2022

Born December 2, 1935, in Sycamore, Illinois, Marlene Louise Buettell had myriad fond memories from her childhood. She returned to Sycamore often to see old friends and visit old haunts.

Marlene received a degree in dietetics from Iowa State University in 1957. She married James A. Peterson on September 8, 1956, while they were both undergraduate students...

May 25, 2022

George F. Pezdirtz, 88, of Lake Barrington, passed away at home on May 25, 2022. He was born on July 11, 1933 in Omaha, NE to George and Helen Pezdirtz.

He held a Ph.D. from Notre Dame University and was Chief Chemist at NASA’s Langley Research Center where he developed the polymerized thermal coating for the Apollo...

May 25, 2022

William Edward "Bill" McNulty, 87, passed into the loving hands of the Lord on May 25, 2022 after three years of battling cancer with the same courage, dignity and grace he lived his life. Bill was born to James and Kathleen McNulty on January 9, 1935 in Evanston, IL where he grew up and graduated from St. George Catholic...

May 25, 2022

William “Bill” R. Thurow, Jr., 53, of Algonquin passed away suddenly on May 25, 2022.  He was born in Louisville, KY on October 30, 1968, to William and Pamela (nee French) Thurow.

A graduate of Cary Grove High School class of 1986, Bill went on to receive a BA degree from Northern Illinois University in 1990.  He...

May 23, 2022

Randy Scott Noles, age 60, passed away peacefully at home on Monday May 23, 2022 with loving family by his side.

Randy was born on April 19th, 1962 in Elgin, IL. He graduated from SEDOM Center in 1983 and then became a client with Pioneer Center where he attended their workshop until 2020.  Randy enjoyed going to...

May 23, 2022

Ralph Amasa Zahorik, 83, died in the early morning hours of May 23, 2022, from COVID-19. He was with his daughter Kristina Zahorik, and his son Tom Zahorik was on the phone.

His underlying health issues, a product of the tobacco industry, caused him to move in with Kristina and her vaccinated family in McHenry County, Illinois,...

May 20, 2022

Marilyn Clara (Katt) Kuhn, 85, passed away May 20, 2022, in Crystal Lake, IL. Born and raised in Chicago to Anthony Peter and Clara (Krueger) Katt, she was the loving sister of Anthony Fredrick (deceased). Marilyn, more affectionately known as “Mar” by her loving and devoted husband Donald (Don) James Kuhn, who preceded her in death (deceased, Jan. 26,...

May 19, 2022

Sallie M. Olson, age 86, of Barrington, IL was called home to our Lord on May 19, 2022 in the loving care of family, friends, and caregivers. She was born on May 29, 1935, to the late Norman R. Miller and Katherine (Warren) Miller.  Norman remarried after Katherine passed away and Sallie was raised from age 2 by her...

May 19, 2022

Barbara Alice Tapper, 85 of Crystal Lake, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family May 19, 2022. She was born August 6,1936 in Chicago, IL to Paul and Edna Disher.

Barb is survived by her daughter; Karen (Michael) Valdez; grandchildren, Ethan  and Harrison Valdez; and sister, Patricia Disher. She is preceded in death by her husband...

May 19, 2022

Sandra Stonehouse (nee Anderson), 58, of Crystal Lake passed away peacefully on May 19th with her loving family by her side.

Sandy was born August 24, 1963 in Chicago to Arthur (Skip) and Helen Anderson.  She had the most infectious smile that lit up the room and no matter what kind of mood you were in you...

May 18, 2022

Catherine A. Irons, 84, of Palatine, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on May 18, 2022. She was born on July 4, 1937 in Chicago, IL to Edmund and Bertha (Johnson) McCahill. She married Joseph Irons in Chicago on October 7th, 1961.

She will be remembered for her happy demeanor, commitment to her family and...

May 17, 2022

Diana A. Anderson passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family May 17, 2022 in Lake Zurich.  She was born February 20, 1935 in Chicago to Norman and Alicesnow Rickards.

Diana is survived by her children, Kathleen (John) Harlow, Carl “Chip” Anderson, Joyce (J. Brit) Stephens, and Patricia (Fred) Rasmussen; grandchildren, James, Alexander, and Paige Harlow; Ryan...

May 17, 2022

Barbara Ann Mayes (nee Hensen), 81 of Crystal Lake, passed away peacefully at home on May 17, 2022, surrounded by her loving family. She was born August 27, 1940 in Elk City, Oklahoma to Ernest and Ruth Hensen.

Barbara was a 1960 graduate of Texas Tech with a Bachelor’s degree and Master of Arts in...

May 16, 2022

Richard George Rakovan (Dick; Rackets; Max) passed away peacefully with his wife of 60 years, Cyndie, and daughter, Nancy, by his side on Monday, May 16, 2022. He was 83 years old.

Born Sep. 26, 1938 in Elyria, Ohio to George Edward and Mary (Muir) Rakovan.

He was preceded in death by his parents, in-laws...

May 16, 2022

Samuel Eugene Huddleston, precious three-year-old son of Brandon and Rachel Huddleston, passed away on Monday, May 16, 2022. He was born on February 14, 2019, in McHenry.

Samuel was a little light of sunshine. He had the biggest smile but also the best grumpy face. With four older brothers and a younger sister, he could run and...

May 15, 2022

Hannah Marie Sorenson, the forever child of Jeremy and Sashire (Sorenson) Ayares, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, May 15, 2022 at the age of 27.   She was born April 8, 1995 in Elgin.

Hannah was given a life expectancy of about three years.  She baffled doctors and medical personnel her whole life.  Hannah was a...