All Obituaries

Ronald E. Oerkfitz, life-long resident of Crystal Lake, passed away on Sunday, July 14, 2019 at the age of 81. He was born August 7, 1937 in Crystal Lake, the son of the late Clarence and Margaret (nee Ehrke) Oerkfitz. On July 25, 1959, Ron was united in marriage to Marilyn Sund at First Congregational Church in Crystal Lake. They were just shy of celebrating 60 years of marriage. For 35 years, Ron was employed with Crystal Lake Disposal. He kept himself busy working on puzzles, spending...

Ronald J. Dooley, Sr., 71, of Cary passed away at home on Saturday, July 13, 2019.  He was born in Chicago on April 4, 1948 to Joseph and Mary Dooley.  On  June 11, 1966, Ron married Pat Wrzala.  They just celebrated their 53rd anniversary in Arizona.   Ron was a veteran of the US Army serving in the Vietnam War.  He made his career as a tool and die maker retiring at the age of 55. Ron enjoyed building things and traveling in his motor...

Greg Carlstedt, 36, of Lakewood, passed away Thursday, July 11, 2019.  He was born February 13, 1983 in Woodstock to Richard and Jan (Ronsey) Carlstedt.  Greg graduated from Marian Central High School and went on to receive a BA in Business and Finance from the University of Wisconsin Whitewater.  He would later receive an MA and certification in school psychology from the Chicago School of Professional Psychology. Greg lived and worked in Chicago after his graduation from...

Ruth Wollney (nee Lafeber), of Barrington, young at heart, daughter of the late Theodore J. and Emma Lafeber, passed away July 10, 2019, at home surrounded by her loving family. Ruth was the dear wife of the late Frank for 48 years; loving mother of Lois, Mary, Frank (Cindy), William (Lisa), Mark (Peggie) Wollney; cherished grandmother of John, Doug, Emily, Kathie, Michelle, Christina, Jessica, Laura, Nick and Olivia; and loving sister of Midge Rech and Lois Hanlon and loving aunt and...

James “Jim” G. Flannery Jr, 60, of Lake Barrington passed away suddenly on July 9, 2019. He was born on May 23, 1959 in Miami, FL to James Sr. and Louise (nee Murray) Flannery. Jim was an avid Cubs, Bears, and Blackhawks fan and a member of the Northbrook Sports Club where he enjoyed skeet shooting. He was a proud member of Sigma Phi Epsilon at Miami University. Jim was a self-proclaimed “Grill Master” and master of gardening and lawn care. He also enjoyed...

Karen Kublank (nee Bock), 69, of Barrington was born on May 13, 1950 and passed away on July 3, 2019. Married on April 11, 1981, she was the loving wife of Gerald “Jerry” Kublank for 38 years. She was also the cherished mother of Samantha (Brad) O’Brien and Brian Kublank; adored grandmother of Jack O’Brien; beloved daughter of Fred and the late Shirley Bock; dear sister of Fred (Susan) Bock, Susan (Gerry) Burke, Edie (the late Joe) Misurelli, Eric (Glenna) Bock,...

Tony was born March 8, 1939 in Chicago to James and Arete Vaos.  He passed away July 3, 2019 in Pleasant Prairie, WI. Tony owned and operated Value Discount Flooring, along with his son, Kris, in Richmond, IL. Tony is survived by his son, Kristopher (April) Vaos; grandson, August James; and sister, Marina (late Joe) Vaos-Doherty.  He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Laura and his parents. Visitation will be 3-8pm Sunday, July 7 at Davenport Family Funeral Home and...

Cynthia was born October 21, 1965 in Texas.  She passed away July 2, 2019 in Cary. Cynthia is survived by her loving husband, Eric; children, Carter and Whitney Bras; step children, Eric, Allison, and Jonathan “Jon Jon” Toriumi; mother, Patricia (Steve) Runcie; and father, Sandys (Diane) Peyton. Visitation will be 11am until 3pm Saturday, July 6 at Davenport Family Funeral Home and Crematory, 149 W. Main St. (Lake-Cook Road), Barrington.  A memorial service will...

Ralph J. Guido, Jr., 76, of Cary, was born on March 31, 1943 and passed away on July 1, 2019. He was the beloved husband of Kathleen “Dolly” (nee Webb); devoted father of Wendy (Paul) Layshock, Tracy Costain, Joseph (Suzanne) Guido; cherished grandfather of Amanda Costain, Abigail Costain, Liliana Layshock, Autumn Layshock; step-grandfather of Lexi Meadows and Carli Meadows; brother, Timothy (Cynthia) Guido; and loved cousin, uncle and friend to many. Ralph was preceded in death...

Judith (Dunay) Zelz, 59, of Crystal Lake, IL, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 1st 2019 after an 11 year battle with Cancer. Judy was born on November 1st, 1959 in Stafford Springs to the late Michael and Patricia (Hanley) Dunay. After marrying the love of her life, John Zelz Jr., they moved to Crystal Lake with their two daughters. Together they enjoyed involvement in their church, St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, including singing in the choir and participating in various pilgrimages to...