Local Barrington, Crystal Lake, and Lake Zurich, IL Obituaries
Deanna Herda
Oct 1, 2025
Deanna Joyce (Humer) Herda, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on October 1, 2025, at the age of 83, in Crystal Lake, Illinois. Born on December 15, 1941, in Chicago, Illinois, Deanna was the cherished daughter of Mildred and Louis Humer.
Deanna's early life was marked by her education at Cardinal Stritch High School in Chicago, where she...
Mark A. Gatsakos
Oct 1, 2025
Mark A. Gatsakos, 61, of McHenry, IL, passed away from natural causes on October 1, 2025. He was born on March 29, 1964, in Park Ridge, IL, to Albert John and Barbara (nee Malecek) Gatsakos.
Mark dedicated over 30 years to his life's calling as an elementary school teacher. He was a beloved 2nd-grade teacher at Indian Prairie Elementary School in...
Angie R. Spino Eccleston
Oct 1, 2025
Angela “Angie” Spino Eccleston, 61 years of age, and resident of Barrington, IL, and Longboat Key, FL, passed away on October 1, 2025.
Angie was born on May 30, 1964, in Chicago, IL, to the late Merildo and Vanda Antonacci. She was raised in River Forest, IL, and moved to Chicago to begin her career, first as a nurse. She then...
Sonja Arlene Braun
Sep 29, 2025
Sonja Arlene Braun, of Wauconda, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on Monday, September 29, 2025 at the age of 94.
She was born April 27, 1931 in Lake Forest, the daughter of the late Henry Oistein and Helen Elisa Ovelia (nee Opsal) Jensen.
Sonja was united in marriage to William E. Braun on September 3, 1954. Together they shared 54...
Lesli Marie Talpt
Sep 28, 2025
Lesli Marie Talpt, 64, of Chicago, passed away on September 28, 2025, at Aperion Care in Forest Park. She was born on July 3, 1961, to Arthur and Arla Talpt.
Lesli will be remembered for her sharp wit and sassy personality that kept everyone on their toes. She had a deep love for cats, a passion for reading mysteries, and a...
Frank G. Svendsen
Sep 27, 2025
February 13, 1934-September 27, 2025If you knew him, you loved him.Heaven is now a better place.
Frank G. Svendsen passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 27, 2025, surrounded by his wife, Oddveig (Engeskaug) Svendsen and daughter, Anne (Svendsen) Schneider.
Frank was born in Oslo, Norway on February 13, 1934. On August 18, 1956, he married the love of his life, Oddveig. Together...
Homer I. Verseman
Sep 27, 2025
Homer Verseman of Crystal Lake, passed away peacefully and into Heaven on Saturday, September 27, 2025 at the blessed age of 94. He was born on June 7, 1931 in Farrar, Missouri to Fred and Mary (Lorenz) Verseman. Homer was baptized, confirmed, and married at Salem Lutheran Church in Farrar, Missouri. He also attended grade school at Salem Lutheran Day...
Stefan Bischof
Sep 27, 2025
Stefan Bischof, 87, of Barrington, passed away peacefully at home on September 27, 2025. He was born on January 15, 1938 in Croatia to Adam and Julianna Bischof.
On April 23, 1960, he married the love of his life, Marianne, and together they celebrated 65 beautiful years of marriage and were blessed with 3 children and further blessed with 4 grandchildren.
Stefan...
Carol "Carrie" Simek
Sep 26, 2025
Carol “Carrie” Lynn Simek of Mchenry, Illinois, born May 30, 1959, passed away peacefully on September 26, 2025.
For 41 years, Carrie dedicated herself to her work as a Fleet Coordinator at Allstate Insurance, retiring in 2022.
Carrie found happiness in weekly bingo, trips to the casino, her cherished angel collection, and the warmth of family and friend gatherings. She loved to...
Thomas Edward Breen
Sep 25, 2025
Thomas “Tom” Breen, 77, of Lake Barrington, passed away peacefully on September 25, 2025. Born on May 7, 1948, in Evergreen Park Chicago, Illinois, to William and Margaret Breen, Tom lived a life marked by service, hard work, and a deep appreciation for the natural world.
Tom was drafted into the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War, where he served his...
Raymond Michael Wicker
Sep 24, 2025
Raymond Michael Wicker, 74, of Cary passed away on Wednesday, September 24, 2025. He was born in Chicago on March 12, 1951, to Leonard and Eileen (Murphy) Wicker.
Ray grew up in Chicago and graduated from St. Patrick High School. He was known for his quick wit and endless dad jokes that kept everyone laughing. Easygoing, lighthearted, and always optimistic, Ray...
Joseph Alfred Freda
Sep 24, 2025
Joseph Alfred Freda, 83 years of age and resident of Barrington Hills, Illinois and Naples, Florida, passed away peacefully at his Barrington Hills residence on September 24, 2025.
He was born on February 25, 1942, in Chicago, Illinois, to the late Mary Louise (nee Capone) and Sam Alfred Freda. On June 22, 1963, he was united in marriage to Judith (nee...
Gerald A. Zonca
Sep 24, 2025
Gerald Anthony Zonca, age 81, and resident of Crystal Lake, Illinois, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by family, on September 24, 2025.
He was born August 6, 1944, in Chicago, to the late Helen (nee Luczak) and Joseph Zonca. On July 15, 1973, he married Barbara J. (Rozanski) Zonca at St. Juliana Catholic Church in Chicago. The couple enjoyed over...
Piara Singh Bath
Sep 24, 2025
Piara Singh Bath, 86, passed away peacefully at home on September 24, 2025. He was born on October 12, 1938 in India.
A cremation service will be held on Monday, September 29, 2025, from 1 PM until 3 PM at Davenport Family Funeral Home & Crematory, 941 S Old Rand Rd., Lake Zurich, IL.
Tadeusz Pawlik
Sep 23, 2025
A devoted husband, loving father, and tireless colleague, Tadeusz (Ted) built a life rooted in love, sacrifice, and perseverance. Immigrating from Poland in search of a better future, he gave everything to ensure his family had every opportunity possible. For 43 years, he built a new life with his childhood sweetheart, and his unwavering dedication to his two children was...
Sharon Kay Bullion
Sep 22, 2025
Sharon Kay Bullion
October 1, 1942 – September 21, 2025
Sharon Kay Bullion, beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on September 19, 2025, at the age of 82.
Born on October 1, 1942, Sharon grew up with a strong sense of curiosity, adventure, and kindness that guided her throughout her life. She earned an X-ray scholarship and proudly worked as an...
James and Barbara Sutton
Sep 21, 2025
James Sutton, aged 93, passed away on February 14, 2024, in Florida, and his devoted wife, Barbara Sutton, aged 92, passed away on September 21, 2025, in Illinois. Together, James and Barbara shared nearly seven decades of love, adventure, and unwavering commitment, leaving behind a legacy of passion for life, family, and service to others.
James Sutton was born on July...
Betty Lee Knowles
Sep 20, 2025
Betty Lee Knowles, of Lake Zurich, passed away Saturday, September 20, 2025 at the age of 95.
She was born July 19, 1930 in Table Grove, IL, the daughter of the late Delbert and Geraldine (nee Berry) Heidenreich.
Betty attended Western Illinois University and worked as a secretary for a chiropractor. She enjoyed spending time reading and being with her family.
Betty is...
Richard "Rich" Radzwilowicz
Sep 19, 2025
Richard “Rich” Radzwilowicz, 86, passed away peacefully leaving behind a lifetime of love and dedication to his family. He was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather whose kindness, humor, and selfless nature touched everyone who knew him.
Rich proudly served in the U.S. Army for three years before beginning a long and dedicated career with Illinois Bell, later AT&T, where he...
Michael J. Flanigan
Sep 19, 2025
Michael J. Flanigan, 81, of Crystal Lake, passed away peacefully September 19, 2025.
Born in Chicago on October 9, 1943, to William and Jane (Fitzgerald) Flanigan, he married Susan Engelson during a historic snowstorm on January 28, 1967. Together they raised four children in Crystal Lake, where they built their home in 1976.
A graduate of Notre Dame High School, Michael served...


