Dec 23, 2021

Lynne Kristine Hansen-Salak, 67, of Barrington, IL, passed away peacefully on December 23, 2021. Lynne was born in Des Plaines, IL, on July 20, 1954, the first daughter of Roy and Grace Hansen.

Lynne had a sparkling personality and a wonderful sense of humor. She loved music and art. As a youngster, Lynne was swept up in...

Dec 23, 2021

Geraldine Beryl Nerby was a caring wife, mother, sister, grandmother, great grandmother and friend. She left this world suddenly on December 23 at the age of 82.

Geri was born July 2, 1939 in Wisconsin. At a very young age her family moved to Chicago and lived in Logan Square where she graduated from Tuley High School....

Dec 22, 2021

John M. Rotan, 83, of Barrington, passed away peacefully on December 22, 2021. He was born on February 23, 1938 in Hinsdale to John R. and Olga Rotan.

John graduated from University of Illinois with a Bachelor's degree in Architecture and a Master's degree in Structural Engineering. He went on to work for Skidmore, Owings and Merrill...

Dec 22, 2021

It has pleased almighty God to receive unto Himself the soul of Rachel Elizabeth Bauer. Rachel entered her eternal home in heaven on Wednesday, December 22, 2021 at the age of 53. She was born to Bob and Ruthann Mickelson on February 6, 1968 in Madison, WI. She was baptized by her grandfather into Christ on February 18, 1968...

Dec 21, 2021

Waclaw Bielski, of Barrington, passed away on Tuesday, December 21, 2021, at the age of 74.

Waclaw was born on August 23, 1947 in Poland. After graduating from Warsaw University of Life Science, he spent the majority of his career working in the wood technology field. In his leisure time, he enjoyed keeping himself busy with home...

Dec 21, 2021

Nils Bjors, 92, passed away peacefully on December 21, 2021. He was born July 25,1929 in Leksand Sweden to the late Maria and Anders. He was the third of six children and enjoyed a close and loving relationship with his siblings.

He attended engineering school in Sweden, became a mechanical engineer and held several patents. He moved...

Dec 20, 2021

After a long battle with cancer William T. Vacala (Bill/Billy), 62 years old from Crystal Lake, Illinois, passed away on December 20, 2021.

Bill fought a courageous fight with the support and love of his family and close friends. The Vacala  family will forever be grateful to all the hospitals, doctors, and nurses that supported him through...

Dec 19, 2021

Diane Y. Lane, 53, of Crystal Lake passed away peacefully at home with Kim, her loving wife, by her side on December 19, 2021. Diane was born on March 12, 1968 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. She was greatly loved by her parents, Paul and Marion Schult, and brother David.

After graduating from Wittenberg University with an education...

Dec 18, 2021

Some people only walk this earth for a short time, their departure reminds us that angels are watching over us. The world lost a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and a friend, Irena Mach, on December 18, 2021 when she gained her wings. Irena battled cancer for the last few months of her life, yet she never stopped fighting and...

Dec 18, 2021

Amy Fues Odom was born February 14, 1964, in Milwaukee, WI to Barry and Judith (nee Kirchberg) Fues. She passed away peacefully on December 18, 2021, at home in the Village of Lakewood, IL.

Amy attended St. Anne Catholic School in Barrington prior to the family moving to Crystal Lake where she graduated from Crystal Lake South...

Dec 17, 2021

Shirley Ann King, 72, of Woodstock, passed away peacefully December 17, 2021 at JourneyCare Hospice in Barrington.  She was born May 26, 1949 in Augusta, AR to James Neil and Willene Ferguson.

Shirley is survived by her daughter, Beatrice Achterberch; son, Marcus Ferguson; son-in-law, Frank Achterberch; daughter-in-law, Donna Ferguson; grandchildren, Lauren, Michael, Diaz, Jeremy, Kenneth, and Keondra;...

Dec 17, 2021

Graham "Jerry" Hoggins, 85, a lifelong resident of Barrington and was once owner of the Barrington News Agency, a regional newspaper distribution company, passed away on December 17, 2021. Jerry was a kind, loving and generous man. His charisma, great positive spirit and care for others was impossible to miss.

Jerry was a charitable man, to his...

Dec 16, 2021

Richard “Sid” Sabatka, of Crystal Lake, Illinois, passed away at his home December 16, 2021.  He was born September 7, 1952 in Highwood, IL to Patrick and Yvonne Sabatka.

Sid was a man of many interests and talents.  He loved music, art, architecture and the structure and beauty that buildings presented.  He built beautiful gardens, and garden...

Dec 16, 2021

Barbara “Barb” Louise Horcher was a devout catholic, mother, grandmother, aunt, sister-in-law, and friend. She left this world suddenly on December 16th, 2021 at the age of 87. She was born to Myra (Sharp) and Norman Sr. Lindseth on October 19, 1934 in Chicago, IL. Barbara attended St. Theodore in Chicago as a child, going onto Northbrook High School...

Dec 14, 2021

Robert “Bob” Kosobud passed away on December 14, 2021 at the age of 78, in Barrington, IL. He had a zest for life and a fierce desire to enjoy his life with his family and friends. Bob considered life an enormous gift which far exceeded his expectations.

He cherished his gift of family and embraced his positions...

Dec 14, 2021

Penny Ann Hoerauf-Martens (nee Bishop), 68, of Lake Zurich, passed away on December 14, 2021. She was born on September 26, 1953 in Ann Arbor, Michigan to the late Arthur and Frieda (nee Weoknhut) Bishop.

Penny and her first husband Gordon adopted and raised 4 wonderful sons. Her faith was everything to her and she became a...

Dec 12, 2021

Arlene Marie Teresi, 87, of Crystal Lake passed away Sunday, December 12, 2021.   She was born in Chicago on April 12, 1934, to George and Helen (Dyskiewicz) Kazmarek.

She graduated from Foreman High School in Chicago, class of 1952. After graduating, Arlene worked at WGN TV in the film department.

On June 11, 1955, she...

Dec 12, 2021

Diane H. Reichow, 86, longtime resident of Barrington, passed away peacefully on December 12. She was born on July 1, 1935, in Eau Claire, Wisconsin to the late Otto and Helen Herbert.

Diane lived a joyful life serving the Lord, her family and community.  Diane was happily devoted to her husband Robert Reichow and her children.  A...

Dec 12, 2021

Antonino “Tony” Dugo passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 12, 2021 in Barrington, IL. He was surrounded by his loving family. Tony was born on March 30, 1965 to Biagio and Rosaria (Alloro) Dugo.

Tony married the love of his life and his best friend, Georgia, on September 22, 2002 and they settled in Crystal Lake, IL...

Dec 11, 2021

Carol Ann (Grant) Cardella ascended Saturday, December 11, 2021. She is now free of her physical body at age 76.

Carol was born at Sherman Hospital in Elgin, IL on February 7, 1945. She lived in Crystal Lake, IL all of her childhood and met Sam in high school and they were married shortly after....