Dec 31, 2021

Daniel Rivera, 72, born on December 8, 1949 in Santa Barbara, Honduras, where he was baptized in a Catholic church. He passed away on December 31, 2021. Daniel received his formal education at the Santa Barbara Public School and later earned a degree in Accounting. Daniel leaves behind those who will cherish his memory: his wife, Leslie (nee Dowdy);...

Dec 31, 2021

Thomas J. Goode, age 63, of Crystal Lake, passed away December 31, 2021.

He was born July 25, 1958 in Brooklyn, NY, the son of the late Joseph and Mary Goode.

Thomas earned a master’s degree in criminology. He was employed by Rita Corp as VP of Sales for 34 years. Thomas was a member...

Dec 30, 2021

Donald J. Opiela, 76, of Crystal Lake, passed away December 30, 2021.

He was born June 16, 1945 in Chicago, the son of the late Bruno and Estelle Opiela.

Donald is survived by his loving wife, Theresa; children, Bryan (Carrie) Opiela and Becky Karda; and his grandchildren, Kayden and Madison Opiela and Alexandra and Payton...

Dec 29, 2021

Kathleen Miller Dass, 84, formerly of McHenry, passed away on December 29, 2021 after a valiant battle with dementia and other illnesses.  She died peacefully, surrounded by family, and will be deeply missed by those of us who knew her.

Kathleen was born on February 22, 1937, to Frank and Frances Miller in Chicago. After graduating from...

Dec 29, 2021

Mary Agnes Schissler, 73, passed away on Wednesday, December 29, 2021.

She was born October 10, 1948 in Chicago, the daughter of the late Joseph and Margaret Schissler.

Mary lived most of her life with St. Mary of Providence. She lived a full life of special Olympics, bowling activities, praying, and spending time with her...

Dec 28, 2021

Almeda C. Schulz, 101, a lifetime resident of Crystal Lake, passed away on Dec 28, 2021. She was born on February 27, 1920 to Charles and Emilia (Johnson) Nelson of Crystal Lake who immigrated to the US from Sweden and settled in the Swedenberg area of town.

Almeda married Albert E. Schulz on Aug 17, 1939 in...

Dec 28, 2021

On December 28, 2021, our “Flipper”, James George Philip Jr., 85 years old, lost his life to cancer while under the care of Journey Care hospice in Barrington, IL.

He is survived by many loving individuals including his wife, Gail Bollensen Larson Philip, his children Stephen Philip of Chicago, IL., David “Dusty” Philip (Yesim) of New York,...

Dec 28, 2021

Peter "Pete" Byker, 52, of Crystal Lake, IL passed away on December 28, 2021. He was born on September 3, 1969 to Chere and Stuart Byker. Peter was the father of Kelly, Julia, and Brett Byker.

Pete was passionate about making the most of his life. He had the warmest smile and a contagious laugh that he...

Dec 28, 2021

Jennifer A. Costello of Barrington Hills passed away peacefully December 28, 2021.  She was born May 23, 1972 in Chicago to Thomas and Margaret Costello.

Jen earned her Bachelor’s Degree from Western Illinois University and her Master’s Degree in Training and Development from Roosevelt University.  She was a highly intelligent, gifted person who was loved by many...

Dec 28, 2021

Norman Zuckerman,96, a World War II Veteran, died peacefully, surrounded by his family, in his home from complications of Vascular Dementia on December 28, 2021 in Algonquin.

Norman was the only child born to Emil and Nettie Zuckerman on February 20, 1925 in Oak Park, IL.

A graduate of University of Illinois, Norman served in...

Dec 27, 2021

Antoinette (Loffredo) D’Agostino, 92, passed away peacefully on December 27, 2021 at her home in Lake Zurich, IL.

Antoinette was born on September 24, 1929 in Chicago, to Pasquale and Mary (nee Santercola) Loffredo. She was the middle child with two brothers (Paul and Frank). She was preceded in death by her husband Leo D’Agostino whom she...

Dec 27, 2021

Frank Thomas Trestik, Jr., 95, a lifelong resident of Barrington, passed away on December 27, 2021.  He was born the youngest of eight children to Frank and Josephine (Wucha) Trestik in Palatine on August 17, 1926.

Frank was an Army Veteran who served in World War II.   After graduating from the University of Chicago, he became a...

Dec 27, 2021

Rosemary Patricia Kurcab, age 93, of Elgin, Illinois passed away peacefully on December 27, 2021.

She was born on March 22, 1928 in Chicago, Illinois to Kasimir and Helen Cwiklinski

Rosemary’s passion was her family. She loved entertaining and going on family trips. The destination was not important as long as her family were together....

Dec 27, 2021

Howard “Howie” George Stahle, 97, of Crystal Lake, formerly of Cicero, passed away on Monday, December 27, 2021.   He was born in Chicago on October 23, 1924 to George and Rose (Borchering) Stahle.

He was a World War II Combat Veteran in the US Army.  Howie was happily married to Evelyn for 61 years until her passing...

Dec 26, 2021

Charles "Boots" Spinelli passed away suddenly at the Northwestern Medicine McHenry Hospital on December 26, 2021 at the age of 77. He died surrounded by his devoted family and heroic healthcare professionals.

Charles was born on July 8, 1944 to Charles Vincet and Agnes Christine Spinelli in Chicago, IL. In his boyhood, Charles loved the...

Dec 26, 2021

Barbara J. Kenney (nee Vandervort), age 86, passed away peacefully on Sunday December 26, 2021.

Barbara was born in Champaign, IL on June 18, 1935. She was a graduate of Urbana high school and was married on September 25, 1954 to Donald E. Kenney. Barbara was a long-time member of St. Anne’s Catholic Community. She will be...

Dec 26, 2021

Our beloved Sue went to be with Jesus on December 26, after 17 months of fighting an endless number of Covid complications. In her time on earth. Sue devoted herself to Christ and His command to Love Thy Neighbor. Every moment in her life was spent loving others. She was known to donate her time, money, and heart to...

Dec 25, 2021

Christine Ellen Stevens, 59, of Barrington Hills, passed away on 12/25/2021 after a long battle with cancer.

Chris was born on June 12, 1962, to Karl and Bernice Birkenstock in Oak Park, Il. Her family lived in Park Ridge, IL until Chris was 4 and then moved to Barrington, IL. After graduating in 1980 from Barrington High...

Dec 24, 2021

Shirley Ann Stryjewski (Maka) of Bellwood, IL  bravely passed away on December 24, 2021 after a long battle with Myelodysplastic Syndrome. She was born January 2, 1947.

Shirley is survived by her husband of 56 years, Jim Stryjewski; four children, Christine (Ken) Kahle, Sandy (Keith) Eickelmann, Dan (Heather) Stryjewski and Tom Stryjewski; grandchildren, Jill (Brad) Kahle, Kenny...

Dec 24, 2021

Carol A. Tarsitano, 74, passed away peacefully on December 24, 2021. Carol was born in Chicago, IL on May 20, 1947 to Chester and Frances (nee Konitzer) Wisniewski.

Carol was the beloved daughter of the late Chester and Frances Wisniewski; loving sister of Michael (Vera) Wisniewski; cherished aunt of Lisa (Rick) Schindler and Jay (Sidra) Wisniewski; and...