Mar 31, 2022

Richard Boyce Kirchhoff, 76, of Crystal Lake, Illinois, passed away peacefully at home on March 31, 2022 after a brief journey with cancer. Rick was a dedicated husband to his wife Penny, and beloved father of their four children, Erin, Kimberly, Kyle, and Ryan.

Rick graduated from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and was deployed with...

Mar 30, 2022

Theresa Lynn McConnell, age 64, of Crystal Lake, passed away peacefully in the presence of her loving family on Wednesday March 30, 2022 after heroically battling cancer.

Terri joins her son, Jake McConnell, and her parents, Francis and Lillian O’Connor, in eternal peace.

She is survived by her husband, John McConnell; her children, Luke Wehrheim...

Mar 29, 2022

Rosemarie Lesmeister, 94, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on March 29, 2022.

She was the loving wife of Lloyd for almost 75 years (just shy of 14 days), the mother of twins Jean (John) Henderson and Joan (Larry) Davis; and son, Jim (partner Maryann Gazdzik) Lesmeister.  She loved her five grandchildren, Bryce Davis...

Mar 29, 2022

Diana Daniel (nee Limon), of Crystal Lake, IL, passed away peacefully Tuesday, March 29, 2022 at her home. She was born February 12, 1950 in Corpus Christi, Texas.

Diana was a graduate of the University of Texas at Austin with a bachelor's degree in Education. She taught pre-school in Evanston, IL and later worked at CNA Insurance...

Mar 28, 2022

Scott E. McKinney was born September 9, 1958 in Urbana, IL to Gloria and Luther McKinney. He passed away suddenly at his home on March 28, 2022.

Scott was an animal lover who excelled at training horses. One of his favorite horses, Dot, went on to win many awards in local quarter horse competitions. As a young...

Mar 28, 2022

Thomas R. Bulger, 62, of Crystal Lake, passed away Monday, March 28, 2022.

He was born October 9, 1959 in Libertyville, the son of the late Robert J. and Phyllis M. (nee Mooney) Bulger.

Tom took pride in his family, always wanting to be involved with coaching, cub scouts, and was always a cheerleader for...

Mar 28, 2022

Charlie Raymond Koberl born June 24, 1959 in Sycamore, Illinois passed away at the age of 62 on March 28, 2022.

Loving Son of the late Ernerst Koberl Sr. and the late Patricia Schuman. He is survived by his brother Ernest Koberl.

here will be no memorial services as requested by the deceased.

Mar 27, 2022

Tracy Lynn Koch, 41, of Rockford, formerly of Barrington, passed away peacefully at home with her loving family, friends and furry companion by her side on March 27, 2022. She was born on January 13, 1981 in Barrington, IL to Donald and Kim Koch.

Tracy worked for many years as an insurance adjuster; she found great joy...

Mar 27, 2022

Eileen L. Yost went home to see Jesus March 27, 2022 in Huntley.  She was born September 26, 1933 in Chicago to Clifford and Lucille Heineman.

Eileen was a glorious Christian and a student of the Bible.  She loved spending time with her family and was a fun-loving grandmother who enjoyed cooking and decorating.

Eileen...

Mar 27, 2022

Nicholas “Nick” G. Petmezas, 69, of Long Grove, IL passed away unexpectedly on March 27, 2022. He was born on August 17, 1952 in Kandyla, Greece to George and Efstathia (nee Eliopoulos) Petmezas.

Nick is survived by his wife Janet (nee Brady), the love of his life who he married on October 17th, 1982. He will be...

Mar 27, 2022

Charlene Tribke passed away peacefully March 27, 2022 at JourneyCare Hospice in Barrington. She was born April 15, 1950 in Germany.

Char was born in Germany and adopted there. She came to the United States with her adoptive parents when she was 2. Her father was in the Air Force, so she lived on many Air Force...

Mar 26, 2022

Joanne Mary Plescia, 96, died Saturday, March 26, 2022 at her home with her family and caregiver by her side. Joanne was born March 12, 1926 in Chicago, IL to Pietro and Rosa (Carollo) Plescia.  She was preceded in death by her two brothers Anthony (Theresa) and Vincent Plescia as well as her niece Terese (Emil) Iverson.  She is survived...

Mar 25, 2022

Patricia Anne (Kudla) Williams, 77, passed away peacefully on March 25, 2022.  She was born on August 12, 1944 in Mt. Prospect to John and Dorothy (nee Jueck) Kudla and was the loving sister of John Kudla.

Patti was a graduate of Carroll University (’66) and a proud sorority sister of Chi Omega.  After graduation she became...

Mar 25, 2022

Willard R. Bishop passed away peacefully March 25, 2022, surrounded by his loving family.  He was born September 9, 1941, in Orange, NJ to Willard and Virginia Bishop.

Bill is survived by his wife of 58 years, Catherine; children, Cindy (Joe) Christian of Tucson, AZ, Steve (Anila) Bishop of Scottsdale, AZ, and David (Julia) Bishop of Barrington,...

Mar 23, 2022

Marylu D. Branecki, of Barrington, IL, passed away Wednesday, March 23, 2022 at the age of 88 with family by her side.  She was born October 16, 1933 in Chicago, the daughter of the late Joseph L. and Lucille R. (nee Reynolds) Durkin.

Marylu is survived by her daughters, Mary B. Stockmal of Hinsdale, IL and Amy...

Mar 22, 2022

William R. Stark passed away peacefully March 22, 2022 in Barrington, surrounded by his loving family.  He was born September 28, 1959 in Elgin, IL to Robert and Helen Stark.

Bill grew up in Arlington Heights. He received his bachelor's degree in industrial engineering from Iowa State University and his MBA from DePaul University. After decades working...

Mar 21, 2022

Jerome J. Zacharias passed away peacefully March 21, 2022, a week following his 101st birthday.  Jerry was born March 17,1921 in Chicago to Joseph and Anna Zacharias.

Jerry is survived by his granddaughter, Joni (Dan) Gilles; great grandchildren, Zach and Grace Gilles; sister-in-law, Marcia Evans of MD; nephews, Mark Moreau of MN, Steve (Theresa) Moreau of MN,...

Mar 20, 2022

Karen J. Enockson, 77, of Barrington, passed away peacefully on March 20, 2022. She was born on April 27, 1944 in Chicago to the late Chauncey and Lucille Henderson.

Karen was the beloved wife of Bill and enjoyed playing with her dog, Fritzie.

Services and inurnment will be held privately in Greenwood, WI....

Mar 18, 2022

Picture it. Chicago, January 5, 1942, a feisty Irish baby boy was born to the proud William Drury and Catherine O’Hern Drury. They decided to name him John George Drury. Little did they know how this feisty baby would forever change the lives of so many throughout his lifetime. John was born as the 3 rd child of 5...

Mar 18, 2022

Kenneth T. Houcek of St. Charles, IL passed away unexpectedly on Friday, March 18, 2022 at the age of 83. He was born on July 11, 1938 in Chicago and enjoyed an incredible life full of close family and good friends.

Ken met the love of his life, Renee, 65 years ago - she loved his blue...