Local Barrington, Crystal Lake, and Lake Zurich, IL Obituaries
Gloria McKinney
Dec 20, 2025
Gloria E. McKinneyDecember 20, 2025
Gloria Edson McKinney passed away peacefully in her sleep on December 20, 2025, in Barrington, Illinois, at the age of 98. Gloria was born in 1927 in Rockford, Illinois, to Cornelius “C.J.” and Jeanette Edson. Her father owned Edson Motors, a successful car dealership in Rockford, and her mother was a teacher, homemaker and talented pianist.
After...
James "Jim" Nelson
Jan 4, 2026
James "Jim" Nelson, 71, of Deer Park, passed away unexpectedly at home on January 4, 2026. He was born on April 27, 1954 in Chicago, IL to the late Lawrence and Elaine Nelson.
Full obituary and services are pending.
James A. Happel
Jan 4, 2026
James Allan Happel, beloved son, husband, father, grandfather, uncle, and friend, was called home to his Savior on January 4, 2026. He was born on July 25, 1956, in Elgin to Edmund and Betty (Marolf) Happel.
Jim was baptized at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Dundee and confirmed at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Lombard. His faith remained a guiding part of...
Frank Stadler
Jan 4, 2026
Frank Stadler, 87, of Barrington, passed away unexpectedly on January 4, 2026. He was born on July 30, 1938, in Yugoslavia to Joseph and Elisabeth Stadler. As a young boy, Frank came to the United States with his family, beginning a new chapter far from his birthplace.
From an early age, Frank was always on the move. His love of sports...
Beatrice A. Johnson
Jan 2, 2026
Beatrice A. Johnson, 92, of Crystal Lake, passed away Friday evening, January 2, 2026. She was born April 12, 1933, in Cobden, Illinois, to Harvey and Betty (Mungle) Pearson.
In August of 1970, she married Ernie Johnson and together they formed a big, blended family that became the center of her life.
Bea worked as a purchasing agent at Farr Company in Crystal Lake...
Lester E. Krol
Dec 29, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the unexpected passing of Lester E. Krol, age 65, of Palatine, who left us on December 29, 2025. He was born on July 22, 1960 in Chicago to the late Thaddeus and Helen Krol.
Lester was a devoted son, a cherished brother, a loving father, and a proud grandfather whose warmth and humor...
Mary Kay Schnitzius
Dec 28, 2025
Mary Kay Schnitzius, 85, of Huntley, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on December 28, 2025. She was born on December 5, 1940 in Chicago to the late Michael and Annamae O’Connell.
On July 13, 1963, she married the love of her life, Edward Schnitzius, at Visitation Catholic Church in Chicago, Illinois. Together, they shared 62 beautiful years of...
Elizabeth Marie Thornton
Dec 27, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Elizabeth “Beth” Marie Thornton (née Hamilton), a beloved wife, mother, sister, aunt, and friend to many, who passed away quietly at her home in Barrington, IL, on December 27, 2025.
Beth was born in Elmira, NY, on June 23, 1965. She graduated from South Side High School in 1983 and...
Joyce D. Schwabe
Dec 27, 2025
Joyce D. Schwabe (nee Belot), 100, of Ellisville, Missouri, formerly of Milwaukee, Wisconsin; Libertyville, Illinois; and Carmel, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 27, 2025.
Joyce was born on January 9, 1925, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, to Anton and Lona Mitten (nee Belot). On August 20, 1949, she was united in marriage to Robert V. Schwabe. They shared more than 60...
Lynne D. Sherman
Dec 27, 2025
Lynne D. Sherman, 84, of Crystal Lake, died after a brief illness on Saturday, December 27, 2025, surrounded by family at JourneyCare Hospice Center in Barrington.
Lynne was born in Chicago on June 19, 1941, to Howard and Hazel Sherman.
She worked for 36 years at the Chicago law firm Chapman and Cutler, starting as a legal secretary and advancing to being...
Stan Pasieka
Dec 26, 2025
Stan Pasieka, of Crystal Lake, passed away Friday, December 26. 2025 at the age of 67.
He was born May 19, 1958 in Bakersfield, CA, the son of the late Roman and Helena Pasieka.
Stan is survived by his loving wife of 43 years, Pam; his children, Stas’ Pasieka and Mallory Pasieka; and his beloved grandchildren, Zoe, Abby, Dylan, and Kenadie.
Visitation will...
Mahesh Shah
Dec 26, 2025
Mahesh K. Shah, 89, of Lake Zurich, died peacefully on Friday, December 26, 2025.
Services will be held on Sunday, December 28, 2025, from 12 noon to 2 p.m. all at Davenport Family Funeral Home, 941 S. Old Rand Road, Lake Zurich, IL 60047.
Larry Kent Dagley
Dec 25, 2025
Lieutenant Colonel Larry Kent Dagley, USAF (Ret.) Flies West at 85
Lieutenant Colonel Larry Dagley, a beloved husband, cherished father and grandfather, decorated Air Force Veteran and steadfast member of First Congregational Church of Crystal Lake, left this life at 85 on Christmas night surrounded with the comfort and love of his wife and daughters by his side.
Larry was born in...
Elizabeth "Betty" Jean Yacono
Dec 24, 2025
Betty was welcomed home for Christmas by Jesus on December 24, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of faith and love.
Born on March 12,1941 in Chicago, Betty leaves behind her beloved husband of 63 years, Joe; children, Camie (Mark), Joe (Karri), and Dan (Jennifer); grandchildren, Sarah (JJ), Jason (Sam), Aaron (Andi), Elizabeth (Michael), Karoline (Bo), Katherine, Alex, Emily and Lauren. She...
James B. Condill
Dec 24, 2025
James Blanchard Condill, of Barrington, IL, passed away peacefully on Christmas Eve 2025, at the age of 87.
He was born January 15, 1938 in Elgin, IL, the son of the late Buck and Fern (Pederson) Condill.
Raised in Barrington, Jim’s faith was formed at Salem United Methodist Church, spending many years attending Church Camp at the Barrington Camp Grounds with family...
Judy Ann Berg
Dec 23, 2025
Judith Ann (Meek) Berg died, in Christ, on Tuesday, December 23, at the JourneyCare Hospice in Barrington, Illinois.
Judy was born May 14, 1940 in Danville, Illinois, the daughter of Paul & Edith (Olson) Meek. She grew up in Danville, attending and graduating from Collette Grade School and Danville High School. Her family were members of the Church of Christ and...
Brian Dennis Duffy
Dec 20, 2025
Brian Dennis Duffy, 67, of Barrington Hills, Illinois, passed away unexpectedly on Dec. 20th at Good Shepherd Hospital in Barrington. Brian was a 1976 graduate of Barrington High School and he received his bachelors degree from Marquette University in Milwaukee in 1980.
Full obituary and information about Brian is pending.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, January 29, 2026 at Saint Anne...
Joseph James Riha
Dec 19, 2025
Joseph “Joe” Riha passed away peacefully on December 19, 2025, his 84th birthday. He was born on December 19, 1941, in Chicago, Illinois, to Joseph and Lillian Riha, and remained deeply connected to the city and its surrounding communities throughout his life.
Joe was a proud graduate of the University of Illinois, where he earned his bachelor’s degree. He valued education...
Nancy Greenwald
Dec 18, 2025
Nancy Greenwald, 62, of Crystal Lake, passed away on Thursday, December 18, 2025. She was born on June 10, 1963, in Oak Park, Illinois, to James and Elaine Carver.
Nancy grew up in Arlington Heights and Buffalo Grove and graduated from Western Illinois University. Nancy married her high school sweetheart, David Greenwald. They later moved to Crystal Lake, where they raised...
Christopher M. McCreary
Dec 18, 2025
Christopher Michael McCreary, 49, of Ringwood, Illinois, passed away on December 18, 2025. He was born on August 15, 1976.
Chris was the devoted husband of Connie Lynn (Haines) McCreary, and together they shared 27 years of marriage. He was a proud and loving father to Bailie Jean McCreary and Ryley Christopher McCreary, who were the center of his world.
He is...
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