Catherine Mary DeGalan

Nov 28, 2021

Catherine Mary DeGalan - a former music teacher and the beloved matriarch of a large extended family of children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren - passed away on November 28 at her home in Crystal Lake. She was 87.

Catherine was born in Detroit on Dec. 21, 1933, just two weeks after Prohibition ended and euphoric celebrations erupted across...

Roger T. Olsta

Nov 28, 2021

On November 28, 2021, Roger T. Olsta of Cary,  passed away at the age of 62.  He was born in 1959 in Chicago.

Roger was a longtime GM Automotive Technician in Schaumburg, and lived much of his life in Algonquin and Mount Prospect.  He loved tinkering with his 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle and wowed his family and friends...

Ian David Tolleson

Nov 27, 2021

Ian David Tolleson, of Crystal Lake, left us way too soon at the age of 27 on November 27, 2021.   He will forever be the crazy-in-love husband of Alina (Levy) Tolleson; cherished son of Amy and Chuck Tolleson; and loving brother of Chase (Sarah) Tolleson and Kaitlynn (Ryan) Mika.

The gift of Ian seems to have been...

John F. Kreiner Jr.

Nov 25, 2021

John F. Kreiner Jr., 72, of Aurora, was returned to sender on November 25, 2021.

He was born on September 25, 1949 in Evanston, IL to John F. Kreiner, Sr. and Lucille Kreiner Hager (nee Dierbeck).

He grew up in Arlington Heights, IL and attended St James school and Quigley Preparatory Seminary. He went on...

Kathryn Louise Scarlett

Nov 24, 2021

Kathryn Louise Scarlett, 68, of Poplar Grove, formerly of Wauconda, passed away on November 24, 2021.   She was born in Waukegan to Burton and Dorothy (Brown) Vaughan on June 19, 1953.

On April 15, 1972, Kathryn was united in marriage to Steven Scarlett at Christ Episcopal Church in Waukegan.  He preceded her in death just after their...

Sister Martha Scheessele

Nov 24, 2021

Sr. Martha Scheessele DSMP,  formerly of Spencer County, Indiana, passed away peacefully on November 24, 2021 at Queen of Peace Retirement Center, Lake Zurich, Illinois.

Prior to entering the convent, Sr. Martha was a Registered Nurse earned her Nursing Degree from St. Mary’s Hospital in Evansville, Indiana. She entered the Congregation of the Daughters of St. Mary...

Delores A. Duggan

Nov 24, 2021

Delores A. Duggan, 84, long-time resident of Crystal Lake, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on November 24, 2021. She was born on March 18, 1937, in Chicago, IL and raised in Crystal Lake.

Delores was united in marriage on November 8, 1954 to James Duggan; they celebrated 57 wonderful years of marriage until his passing...

Joan C. (Elsner) Miller

Nov 23, 2021

Joan Miller, (nee Elsner), 78, of Crystal Lake, IL, passed away peacefully on November 23, 2021 in Lake Geneva, WI.

Joan was born June 3, 1943 in Chicago, IL, to Edmund II and Laurine Elsner (nee Wardlow). Joan was raised in Williams Bay, WI, with her brothers Ed and Tim, and sister Julie. Growing up in Williams...

Joseph A. Castrovilly

Nov 23, 2021

Joseph A. Castrovilly, 80, of Crystal Lake passed away peacefully on November 23, 2021 surrounded by family. He was born on August 1, 1941 in Jersey City, NJ to Antonio and Elizabeth Castrovilly.

Joe enjoyed woodworking, weightlifting, martial arts, and trips to Menards.  He loved movies, Panera, Chili’s and Portillo’s.  He proudly served in the...

Lynn DiFlavio Zarka

Nov 21, 2021

Lynn DiFlavio Zarka passed away peacefully November 21, 2021 in Barrington. She was born May 9, 1949 in Chicago to Gene and Lorraine DiFlavio.  Lynn was a longtime resident of Palatine.

Lynn is survived by her son Jean-Paul (Antje Meissner) Zarka of Stevenage, England; granddaughter, Lina Malin Zarka, future granddaughter due in March ; sisters, Diane Korczynski,...

Thomas Patrick Harrington

Nov 20, 2021

Thomas Patrick Harrington, of McHenry, passed away Saturday, November 20, 2021.

He was born October 6, 1955, in Chicago, the son of the late Thomas P. and Helen M. Harrington.

Tom was a proud veteran of the US Navy. He worked for Delta Electronics for many years as an electronics technician. His job took him...

Khushpal Singh Sodhi

Nov 20, 2021

Services will be held on Wednesday, November 24, from 8:30am until 11:00am at Davenport Family Funeral Home and Crematory, Lake Zurich.

Wilfred "Bill" J. Dennie

Nov 20, 2021

Wilfred “Bill” Dennie was born on May 11, 1928 in Chicago, Illinois. He passed away peacefully in Barrington November 20, 2021 at the age of 93.

Bill attended Saint Dorthy Grammar School, DeLaSalle High School, and received a Bachelor of Science Degree from Northwestern University.  His first job was with Standard Oil of Indiana in the Secretary's...

Mary "Betsy" (Ross) Vargason

Nov 19, 2021

Mary “Betsy” Vargason, 82, passed away peacefully November 19, 2021. She was born May 5, 1939 in Chicago to William and Mary Ross.

Mary was a graduate of Crystal Lake Community Central High School. She was active in the American Legion Auxiliary as past county unit president, membership chairman and treasurer.  Mary also served as treasurer of...

Eric Edward Olsen

Nov 17, 2021

Eric Edward Olsen, pioneering financier, avid gardener and beloved family man and friend, died on November 17, 2021, in Barrington, Ill. He was 72.

Eric was born Portland, Ore., on June 12, 1949, to John and Margaret Olsen. He grew up alongside his two brothers outside of Portland in Milwaukie. He met his wife of nearly 50...

Roberto Medes Arrazola

Nov 17, 2021

Roberto Arrazola, of Chicago, passed away on Wedensday, November 17th at the age of 78.

Friends may visit with family on Friday, November 26, from 4:00-9:00 p.m. with a prayer service beginning at 6:00 p.m. at Davenport Family Funeral Home and Crematory, 419 E Terra Cotta Ave (Rt. 176) Crystal Lake. Interment will be private.

Mary A. Albrecht

Nov 17, 2021

Mary A. Albrecht, 102, born on May 7, 1919 to Natale and Fortunata Riccetti, passed away on November 17, 2021. Mary is survived by her daughter, Sarajane Albrecht. Mary was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Everett Clemens Albrecht; and her siblings, Christina Riccetti, Nancy Demodica, Gene Riccetti, Celeste Riccetti, Larry Riccetti, Anne Stramaglia, Faustine Mandolini, and...

Louis Edward McMahon III

Nov 17, 2021

Louis Edward McMahon III passed away November 17, 2021 in Chicago. He was born September 22,1948 in Waukegan.

Louis is survived by his wife of 40 years, Mary Ann McMahon; daughter, Christina McMahon; son, Louis “Ed” McMahon IV (Patricia “Patty”); and grandchildren, Alexandria “Lexi”and Paige McMahon. He was preceded in death by his father, Louis Edward McMahon,...

Asha Vashi

Nov 17, 2021

Asha Vashi, of Algonquin, passed away November 17, 2021 at the age of 84.

She was born September 1, 1937 in Bombay, India. On May 16, 1959, Asha was united in marriage to Sumant Vashi.

Asha will be remembered as a loving and caring wife, mother, and grandmother.

She is survived by her...

Kay M. (Esselstrom) Cummings

Nov 16, 2021

Kay M. Cummings, 80, of Cary, was born March 28, 1941, in Superior, WI to Gideon and Inez (nee Christensen) Esselstrom. She passed away Tuesday, November 16, 2021, in Cary.

On April 14, 1962, Kay married John Cummings in Chicago, then moved to Cary where they built their home and raised their three daughters. During her time...