Local Barrington, Crystal Lake, and Lake Zurich, IL Obituaries
Franz E. Wolff
Aug 16, 2026
Franz Wolff, 81, died on August 16, 2026, after a protracted battle with a progressive respiratory condition. Born into a family of watchmakers, Franz was the youngest of three sons of Katherine Wolff (née Schmidt) and Leroy Wolff.
Growing up in Elgin, Franz attended Illinois Park Elementary School and graduated from Elgin High School, where he co-edited the school newspaper, The...
William P. Butkus
Sep 21, 2026
William Paul Butkus, 78, a devoted educator, coach, cherished father, grandfather, and brother passed away peacefully on September 21st.
For 33 years, Bill dedicated himself to School District 155 as an English teacher and coach, shaping the minds and character of generations of students. Coaching was more than a job to him — it was a calling — and he found...
Donald William Salerno
Sep 21, 2026
Donald William Salerno, 92, of McHenry, passed away on Monday, September 21, 2026. He was born on June 19, 1934, in Aurora, Illinois, to Henry and Susan (Volpendesta) Salerno.
Donald proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps, enlisting at the age of 18. He was stationed in South Korea, where he worked as a jet engine mechanic. Following...
Patricia Lee Ryan
Sep 20, 2026
Patricia "Pat" Ryan (formerly Acker), 83, of Crystal Lake, passed away peacefully on September 20, 2026.
Pat was born in Mount Prospect on February 28, 1943, to Pauline and Harry Geserick. In her youth, she enjoyed riding horses and competing in equestrian activities. As a single mother raising her son, Michael, she worked hard to provide for them both, as a...
Daniel Heath King
Sep 20, 2026
It is with deep love and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Daniel Heath King, who left his earthly home on September 20th, 2026, at the young age of 23.
Daniel was born in Sheffield, AL, on November 1st, 2002. He was the fourth child in his family and the eighth grandchild. After moving throughout life, he settled in...
Gerald "Jerry" Chatham
Sep 19, 2026
Gerald K. “Jerry” Chatham, aged 87, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 19, 2026.
Born August 17, 1939, in Champaign, Illinois, to Leonard and Opal “Ruth” (Radliff) Chatham, he was raised in central Illinois and the St. Louis area, graduating from Kirkwood High School. He attended the Missouri School of Mines and Metallurgy (now the Missouri University of Science and Technology),...
Carol Lynn LaCasse
Sep 16, 2026
Carol Lynn LaCasse (nee Pertel), beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend, passed away unexpectedly on September 16th, 2026, at the age of 81. She was born on November 23, 1944.
Carol lived her life with energy, curiosity and an adventurous spirit. She was an accomplished athlete - competing in many triathlons and marathons, always embracing a challenge and pushing herself...
John F. Kranz
Sep 16, 2026
John F. Kranz, 96, of Lake Barrington, died peacefully on September 16, 2026, with his family by his side.
John was born in Evanston to parents Dietrich and Centa (nee Kundinger) Kranz and grew up in Morton Grove before his family moved to Barrington in 1947. Following graduation, John went to work for his dad full-time at the family-run gas station...
Robert D. Sperlazzo
Sep 15, 2026
Robert 'Bob' Dale Sperlazzo, age 76, passed away unexpectedly on September 15, 2026.
Born on June 11, 1950, in Chicago, Illinois, to Roy and Violet Sperlazzo, Bob was the second of three children, growing up alongside his sisters, Paula and Janet.
A musician at heart, Bob shared his musical gifts generously. Whether he was leading his church community in worship, playing in...
Margareta Ortinau
Sep 15, 2026
Margareta Ortinau, of Round Lake, Illinois, passed away peacefully on September 15, 2026 at the age of 97. Born on May 14, 1929, in Kitchener, Ontario, Canada, Margareta was the daughter of Jakob and Katharina Katzenmayer.
Margareta shared 75 years of marriage with her beloved husband, John Ortinau, building a life together centered around family, hard work, and enduring devotion to...
Kulwarn Singh
Sep 13, 2026
Kulwarn Jit Singh, 71, of Schaumburg, IL passed away peacefully on September 9, 2026. He was born on June 21, 1955 in India.
Visitation will be on Saturday, September 19, 2026 from 9 AM until the the cremation ceremony at 11 AM at Davenport Family Funeral Home and Crematory, 941 S. Old Rand Rd., Lake Zurich, IL.
William Pippin
Sep 11, 2026
William “Bill” Doyle Pippin, 85, of Tower Lakes, Illinois, died unexpectedly on September 11, 2026 — an ending far too abrupt for a man who had so many more stories to tell.
And Bill loved to tell a good story.
Sometimes that meant impeccable timing. Sometimes it meant a detail added here or there for effect. And sometimes, if pressed, he might...
Steven "Steve" Henry Spicer
Sep 9, 2026
Steven Henry “Steve” Spicer, 71, died peacefully in his sleep on Wednesday morning, September 9, 2026. A loved father, husband, grandfather, brother, and – most importantly – a lifelong Chicago Cubs fan, Steve brought humor, curiosity, tenacity, and more than a little wackiness into everyone’s lives.
Steve was born on March 14, 1955, in Geneva, Illinois, to Robert Spicer and Jean...
Tassilo R. Lawin
Sep 9, 2026
Tassilo Ralph Lawin, 81, was called home to be with his Lord and Savior on September 9, 2026, in Crystal Lake, IL, surrounded by his family and leaving behind a rich legacy and a family who treasured him deeply.
Born on March 19, 1945, in Iserlohn, Germany, to Hannelore and Rolf Emil Lawin, Tassilo often reflected warmly on his childhood in...
Norene Josephine Zoller Oviatt
Sep 9, 2026
Norene Josephine Zoller Oviatt was born on April 24, 1941, courtesy of Leroy and Charlotte “Lottie” Zoller, and spent the next 85 years making sure everyone around her had something to laugh about, chat about, or celebrate. Known affectionately as a walking ray of sunshine with the gift of gab, Norene never met a stranger, only future friends who had...
Kathleen M. Batjes
Sep 7, 2026
Kathleen Mary “Kathy” Batjes, 82, of Hot Springs Village, Arkansas, passed away on Monday, September 7, 2026.
She was born January 30, 1944, in Oak Park, IL, the daughter of Frank Martin McHugh and Beatrice E. (Ofenlock) McHugh.
Kathy married John Wayne Batjes on August 19, 1967, and together they built a life centered around family and faith.
Kathy was a committed Christian...
Bonnie Suske
Sep 7, 2026
Bonnie Jean Suske, 80, passed away peacefully on September 7, 2026. She was born on September 28, 1945 in Cicero, IL to the late Joseph and Violet Moulis.
Bonnie was a loving woman who enjoyed life and making memories. She loved riding roller coasters, riding her bike, and visiting Disney World.
Bonnie is survived by her sons, David and Randy; grandchildren, Michael,...
Indira Sharma
Sep 7, 2026
Indira Sharma, 71, of Palatine, passed away on September 7, 2026. She was born on June 1, 1955 in India.
Funeral Service will be Thursday, September 10, 2026 from 10 AM until 2 PM at Davenport Family Funeral Home and Crematory, 941 S. Old Rand Rd., Lake Zurich, IL 60047.
Eleanor Martha Buller
Sep 6, 2026
Eleanor Martha (nee Gilbertson) Buller, of Crystal Lake, IL, born June 20, 1938, passed away September 6, 2026 after a very long, gentle journey with Alzheimer's.
She was born to Victor Gilbert Gilbertson and Martha Mohn Nelson Gilbertson of Eau Claire, Wisconsin. As the youngest, her family of six included beloved older siblings Dorothy, Richard, and Annette. Father Victor was a...
Wayne Arthur Huerth
Sep 5, 2026
Wayne Arthur Huerth, age 58, passed away peacefully on September 5, 2026, surrounded by love.
Wayne was born on November 26, 1967, at McHenry Hospital and spent his childhood in Forest Lake, Illinois. Around the age of 10, he enjoyed pheasant hunting with his father and their English Pointer, a tradition that became a cherished part of their relationship. He also...
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