May 16, 2021

James “Jim” Munn, 72, of Cary, IL, passed away unexpectedly but peacefully on May 16, 2021. He was born on April 23, 1949 in Park Ridge, IL to Donald and Gloria Munn, and was a loving father to Jason (Amber) Munn and Justin (Anna) Munn as well as a devoted grandfather to Adia and Jayden.

Jim had...

May 15, 2021

Billie Ruth Veres, 92, of Crystal Lake passed away peacefully on May 15, 2021.  She was born on August 5, 1928 in Chicago to Stanley and Sophie (nee Gibes) Lewandowski.

Billie was a devoted wife to Richard S. Veres for 35 years.  Together they raised six daughters in Arlington Heights.

Billie’s greatest joy was being...

May 14, 2021

Margaret Kloker was born July 20, 1935 in Chicago to Henry and Virginia Domenzain.  She passed away following a lengthy illness on May 14, 2021 in Barrington.

Margaret was a bookkeeper for Perlman’s Fine Jewelry for 35 years.  She traveled extensively, and enjoyed cruises, movies, theatre, reading, and spending time with her grandchildren.

Margaret is...

May 11, 2021

Carl H. Bley, age 36, of Hoffman Estates, IL passed away suddenly on Tuesday, May 11, 2021.

Carl was born in Elk Grove Village, IL to Karl and Ruth Bley. Carl is survived by his loving parents, Karl and Ruth Bley; sister, Lizette (Patrick) McNellis; sister, Christina (Jason) Walk; niece, Olivia McNellis; nephew, Robert McNellis; aunt, Carmen...

May 10, 2021

Nova Grace Nolte was born on March 6, 2015 and gained her angel wings on May 10, 2021 surrounded by her loving family following a long and courageous battle with Aicardi Syndrome.

Nova defied all odds when she was born. She was a strong, determined little fighter that earned her the title of Aicardi Warrior. Her superpower...

May 9, 2021

Elizabeth “Betty” Babyar (née Santoro) passed away peacefully on May 9, 2021 in Barrington IL surrounded by her loving family.

Betty was born on October 27, 1933 in Chicago, IL to Nicholas and Elizabeth Santoro (née Costanzo). She was raised by her loving parents whose home was the gathering place for Sunday dinners and celebrations with aunts,...

May 9, 2021

Loyce Jo McNutt, of Crystal Lake, passed away at her home on May 9, 2021 at the age of 85. She was born on September 14, 1935 in Kickapoo Township, OK to Rex and Ollie Smothers.

Loyce was a vibrant and successful realtor in the Crystal Lake area for many years before retiring early with her husband...

May 9, 2021

Roger T. Dreher, of Crystal Lake, unexpectedly passed away on May 9, 2021, at the age of 81. He was born March 20, 1940 in Denver, CO, to Karl and Dorothy Dreher.

Roger joined United Airlines in 1965 and, after 31 years of service, retired as a Captain in 1996.  While with United, he served as a...

May 8, 2021

Helen J. Sebastian-Issel, 97, of Village of Lakewood, passed away on May 8, 2021. Formerly of Chicago, Helen was born to the late Theodore and Victoria Constant (nee Pacyga) on December 7, 1923.

She attended Lucy Flower High School and married Arthur Sebastian in 1942. Having 4 children, Edward (Rosemary), Margaret (Donald) Ostrom, the late William (Kathleen),...

May 8, 2021

Maureen Krausen - mother, sister, daughter, and wife passed away on May 8, 2021 at the age of 83.  She was preceded in death by her husband John “Jack” Krausen Jr.; parents John and Mae Coloe; brother Tom Coloe; and daughter in-law, Cindy Krausen. Maureen is survived by her children, Paul, John, Donna (Jim) Hocker, Rich (Gina), Jim (Laura),...

May 7, 2021

Jeanine Joyce Miller (nee Belpedio), 81, was born on December 29, 1939 in Chicago to John and Dora Belpedio. She passed away peacefully with family by her side on May 7, 2021. Jeanine was the loving mother of Denise (David) Pizzolato and Dawn (Archie) Punzalan; cherished grandmother of Amanda (Matthew) Reeves, Alyssa Pizzolato, Joey Pizzolato and Mia Punzalan; dear...

May 7, 2021

Elizabeth “Libby” Louiseau was born March 1, 1946 to Henry and Elizabeth Losch.  She passed away peacefully May 7, 2021 in Barrington.

Libby was a graduate of Illinois State University and taught orchestra in Palatine District 15 for over 35 years.  She retired in 2004 and continued her passion of music, playing the violin, viola, and string...

May 6, 2021

Debbie L. Adelizzi, of Lake Barrington, passed away after a courageous battle with cancer on Thursday, May 6, 2021 at the age of 59.

Debbie lived a full and vibrant life, fueled by her love for the lord. She was a selfless and loving wife, mother, daughter and friend to so many.  Debbie's loved ones...

May 5, 2021

E. John Faassen, age 95, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 5, 2021 in Barrington, IL with his loving family by his side.

John was born to Grace and Fred Faassen, and grew up in Zion, IL with his two sisters Betty and Ginny. After graduating from Zion High School, he attended Middlebury College and served as...

May 3, 2021

Faye L. Dargan, 96, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on May 3, 2021. She was born on March 9, 1925 in Steubenville, OH.

She was united in marriage on May 13, 1950 to Terence "Terry" J. Dargan, the love of her life; they celebrated 70 beautiful years until his passing in 2019.

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May 2, 2021

Donna Jean Johnson passed away peacefully May 2, 2021 at her home in Barrington.  She was born January 4, 1939 in Horicon, WI to Carl and Hertha Niehoff.

Donna is survived by her sons, Eric (Leslie) Johnson and Robert Johnson; and grandchildren, Sam, Cooper, Daniel, and Carson.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert; parents;...

Apr 29, 2021

Richard "Dick" Gainer, age 90, passed away on April 29, 2021 with his two daughters and oldest granddaughter by his side.

He is survived by his loving wife (Dee) of 68 years, their daughters Kimberly Evans and Tracey Chardavoyne (Gary), granddaughters Erin Woerfel (John), Kelsey Sode (Anthony), Quinn Skidmore (Zachary) and Jorien Evans. Dick’s great grandchildren Mackenzie,...

Apr 27, 2021

Giuseppe Guagliardo, age 94, of Lake Zurich, IL , passed away peacefully on April 27, 2021.  He was born on January 29, 1927 in Altavilla Milicia, Sicily.  Arriving in Chicago in 1954 with his bride Concetta.  He worked for the City of Chicago Streets and Sanitation and retired in 1993 after 20 years.

Giuseppe was an avid...

Apr 24, 2021

Beatrice E. Swanson, 90, of Cary, IL was born on August 19, 1930 and passed away surrounded by her family on April 24, 2021. She was the loving mother of Beatrice Swanson, Catherine “Lynn” (James) Flauter and Kimberly (John) Stokes; dear grandmother of Beth Harms; and cherished sister of Anne Josetti.

Beatrice was preceded in death by...

Apr 24, 2021

Geraldine Elsie Blakely, age 90, of Crystal Lake and formerly of St. Charles and Maywood, passed away Saturday, April 24, 2021.

Geraldine was born August 22, 1930 in Chicago. She graduated from Farragut High School and Wright Junior College in Chicago.  Gerry enjoyed the outdoors and traveling.  Gerry camped with her husband John and their family all...