Local Barrington, Crystal Lake, and Lake Zurich, IL Obituaries
Jeffrey Michael Wilson
Feb 15, 2026
Jeffrey Michael Wilson, 72, of Crystal Lake, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, February 15, 2026. He was born on January 17, 1954, in Evanston, Illinois, to Walter and Shirley Wilson. In his early years, he lived in Springfield, Illinois, before moving to Lake Forest, where he completed high school. He later earned a bachelor’s degree in sociology from Quincy College.
Jeffrey...
Florence M. Compton
Mar 25, 2026
Florence M. Compton, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, friend, and teacher, passed away peacefully at home in Barrington on March 25, 2026. She was 95.
Florence will be remembered for many exceptional qualities, most notably her devotion to family and friends. With Francis, her husband of 37 years, she participated in the congregation of St. Michael’s Episcopal Church in Barrington, entertained...
Jason James Dziedzic
Apr 15, 2026
Jason's obituary is pending at this time. However, a visitation will be held on Friday, May 8, from 4pm until 8pm at Davenport Family Funeral Home and Crematory, 419 E. Terra Cotta Ave., Crystal Lake. The visitation will continue from 9am until a funeral service at 10am, Saturday, May 9, at the funeral home.
Joshua Michael Hora
Apr 15, 2026
Joshua Michael Hora, of Crystal Lake, passed away April 15, 2026 at the age of 17.
He was born October 22, 2008 in Arlington Heights, the son of Justin Hora and Kerry Trierweiler.
Joshua was a natural and passionate artist, with a deep love for music and drawing that reflected both his talent and his spirit. Known to many as a gentle...
Donald H. Engelman
Apr 14, 2026
Donald Herman Engelman was born in Chicago to William and Charlotte (Johnson) Engelman. He later married the love of his life, Ellyn Roche, in Chicago, where they began their life together.
Don spent 40 years working as a roofer throughout the Chicagoland area. He was a proud member of the Carpenters Union early in his career and later the Hot Roofers...
Belle Rossman
Apr 10, 2026
Belle Rossman, 102, of Lake Barrington passed away peacefully on April 10, 2026. She was born on April 27, 1923 in Springfield, Illinois.
Full Obituary and services are pending.
Richard "Rick" Molitor
Apr 9, 2026
Richard Molitor, known to family and friends as Rick, passed away on April 9, 2026. He was a lifelong resident of Cary, Illinois and had a distinguished, long career, supporting United Airlines Network Operations. He also worked for Discover Financial until his retirement in 2016.
Rick was born in Evanston, Illinois on November 24, 1950, to Joseph and Lorraine (Herring) Molitor....
Jennifer Lynnette Aleksiun
Apr 9, 2026
Jennifer L. Aleksiun passed away peacefully on April 9, 2026.
Jennifer was a loving daughter, wife, mother, and friend whose warmth and kindness touched everyone who knew her. She had a deep understanding and love for animals, a gentle heart, a curious mind, and a passion for learning that made her a natural teacher. Jennifer was an avid reader who found...
Michael Edward Bishop
Apr 8, 2026
Michael Edward Bishop, 74, of Crystal Lake passed away on April 8, 2026 in Chicago. He was born in Chicago to Edward M. and Loretta (Kosinski) Bishop.
He leaves behind his wife, Paula; children, Stephanie Jensen, Michael Bishop, Erin Bole, Jenny Reidy and Matthew Bishop; and eleven grandchildren.
A memorial mass will be held privately.
Sergii Malaidakh
Apr 8, 2026
Sergii Malaidakh, 37, of Schaumburg, passed away unexpectedly on April 8, 2026. He was born on January 20, 1989 in Ukraine.
Full obituary is pending.
Visitation will be Tuesday, April 14, 2026 from 5 PM until 8 PM with a funeral service at 7 PM at Davenport Family Funeral Home, 941 S. Old Rand Rd., Lake Zurich, IL. Interment will be private.
Richard "Rich" Wolk
Apr 8, 2026
Richard “Rich” William Wolk, 75, of Crystal Lake, passed away peacefully on April 8, 2026 surrounded by his loving family. He was born on August 22, 1950 in Bronx, NY to Melvin and Eva Wolk.
On May 27, 1972, Rich married his college sweetheart, Mary Jo Paar; together they celebrated 53 beautiful years of marriage.
He enjoyed fishing and camping, especially in...
Sosamma Mathew
Apr 8, 2026
Sosamma Mathew, 89, of Crystal Lake, passed away on April 8, 2026. She was born on February 2, 1937, in Kerala, India.
On July 28, 1966, she married K.M. Korla, the love of her life. He preceded her in death on April 8, 2018.
Sosamma was a nurse by profession and carried that same caring spirit into every part of her life....
Edith Mary Skibinski
Apr 8, 2026
Edith M. Skibinski, nee Stall, age 75, of Lake Zurich, retired teacher of Burbank School District 111; beloved wife of the late James, mother of Scott (Brittanya Bryant), grandmother to her beloved grandson, Jayden Skibinski, sister of Vivian, William (Annemarie) and the late Gregory, loving aunt of Eric (Tyra) and Andrew (Jenni Horst) Stall; cherished daughter of the late Emily...
Abra Frances Shapiro
Apr 7, 2026
Abra Shapiro, 85, passed away peacefully on April 7, 2026. She was born on June 19, 1940, in Chicago, Illinois, to the late Stan and Eda Goldberg.
Abra was a bright and dedicated student at Lake View High School in Chicago. She continued her education at Northern Illinois University, where she earned her bachelor’s degree.
Abra worked as a speech therapist with...
Dr. John Allan Hasdal
Apr 5, 2026
Dr. John Allan Hasdal, of Lake in the Hills, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 5, 2026 at the age of 84.
He was born March 17, 1942 in Oak Park, IL, the son of the late Carl and Muriel (Kirkham) Hasdal.
John was united in marriage in 1988 to Bonnie in Kawaii, Hawaii. In addition to his loving wife, he is...
Arlene Leona Humphrey
Apr 4, 2026
Arlene L. Humphrey, 94, of Crystal Lake, died peacefully on Saturday, April 4, 2026, at The Grand Victorian of Crystal Lake.
Arlene was born in Chicago on June 12, 1931, to parents Joseph and Frieda (nee Zessin) Sutter.
On New Year’s Eve, 1956, she met the love of her life, James Humphrey, on a blind date. They were married on April 19,...
Charles Keller
Apr 3, 2026
Charles Tilford KellerMarch 29, 1973 - April 3, 2026In Loving Memory of CharlieCharlie passed away on April 3, 2026. He will be profoundly missed by all who knew him.Charlie was a kind, generous, and selfless man who would give anything he had if it meant helping someone else. He carried a quiet strength and often kept his emotions to himself,...
Grazyna Loza
Apr 3, 2026
Grazyna Loza, 76 year of age, of Mt. Prospect, Illinois, passed away at her home on April 3, 2026. She was born on July 20, 1949 in Jedlicze, Poland to Tadeusz and Aniela Drozdowicz.
Grazyna is survived by her husband Michal Loza, son Marek Loza, daughter Monika Loza, grandchildren Patrick, Helena, Maximilian, Nevalyn and Gavin, as well as her brother Henryk...
Joanne Marie "Jo" Ratcliff
Apr 1, 2026
Joanne Marie “Jo” Ratcliff, 87, of Crystal Lake, Illinois, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 1, 2026.
She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 65 years, Robert Ratcliff; her parents, Walter and Pauline Paulson; and her brother, Carroll Paulson.
Jo was a devoted mother to Lori Ratcliff, Steve (Cindy) Ratcliff, and Mike (Doreen) Ratcliff; an adoring grandmother (“Nana”) to Matthew and Kyle...
Jim Liddell
Apr 1, 2026
James "Jim" Liddell, 94, of Sturgeon, Missouri, died peacefully on April 1, 2026, in Arlington Heights.
Jim was born in Chicago on July 27, 1931, to parents James and Gertrude (nee Hybke) Liddell. After his mother's death he was raised by his grandparents until his father's marriage to Christina Bresters. He met Suzanne Shaw while attending the University of Illinois. After...
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