Local Barrington, Crystal Lake, and Lake Zurich, IL Obituaries

Gregg F. Wikierak

Gregg F. Wikierak

Nov 29, 2023

Gregg Wikierak, 69, of Crystal Lake passed away on November 29, 2023. Gregg was born on January 25, 1954 in Chicago, IL and raised in Edison Park. Gregg's life was a testament to his deep love for family, his passion for sports, and his unwavering commitment to his community.

Gregg and his wife, Cynthia, shared 42 years...

Fr. Bernard "Bernie" Pietrzak

Fr. Bernard "Bernie" Pietrzak

Nov 29, 2023

Father Bernard J. Pietrzak, age 68, passed away on Wednesday, November 29, 2023. Father Bernie was born on October 18, 1955, to Frank and Irene (nee Florek) Pietrzak, and he is survived by his sister, Renee (Tim) Watson.  At the time of his passing, he was Pastor of Saint Anne Catholic Community in Barrington, IL.

The Mass...

Caroline Elizabeth (Morton)  Crane

Caroline Elizabeth (Morton) Crane

Nov 29, 2023

Caroline Elizabeth Crane (nee Morton) of Crystal Lake passed away peacefully November 29, 2023.  She was born May 29, 1958 in East St. Louis, IL to Larry and Pat (Donahue) Morton.

Carrie is survived by her husband of 42 years, Leonard; daughters, Anna (Jordan Gary) Crane, and Julia (Maxwell) Lisy; grandchildren, Nora and Sadie Lisy; brother, Larry...

Scott Everett Smith

Scott Everett Smith

Nov 29, 2023

Scott Everett Smith, 67, of Cary passed away on November 29, 2023. He was born on December 14, 1955, and later adopted by Wade and Rosemary (Piccolo) Smith in Chicago.

On June 11, 1977, Scott married the love of his life, Mary Carlson, in Spirit Lake, Iowa. After several years they settled in Cary, a town they’ve...

Michelle Lee (Stanley)  Filardi

Michelle Lee (Stanley) Filardi

Nov 29, 2023

Michelle Lee Filardi (nee Stanley), age 53, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, November 29, 2023 with her loving family by her side.

Michelle was born in Van Nuys, CA on September 5, 1970. She moved to Bolingbrook, IL in 1976 with her family where she graduated from Bolingbrook highschool in 1988. There she...

Richard Arthur Elseng

Richard Arthur Elseng

Nov 28, 2023

Richard Arthur Elseng, 88, of Huntley, IL passed away November, 28, 2023. Richard was born April 2, 1935 in Chicago, IL to the late John and Lillian Elseng. Richard is survived by his children, John Andrew Elseng, Mary Katherine (William) Chigas, Richard Allen Elseng, Loretta Anne (Richard) Marcantonio, and Kristine Ellen Sloma; daughter in law, Terra Elseng, 12 grandchildren,...

Victor Herbert Mueller

Victor Herbert Mueller

Nov 27, 2023

Victor H. Mueller passed away peacefully November 27, 2023.  He was born July 4, 1939 in Chicago to Herbert and Hazel Mueller.

Victor is survived by his wife of 62 years, Jean; children, Linda Babich and Laura (Christian) Seils; grandchildren, Alicia, Nicholas, and Brian Babich, and Summer and Hanna Seils; brothers, Herbert Mueller and Richard (Terri) Mueller;...

Kevin L. Gerlach

Kevin L. Gerlach

Nov 26, 2023

Kevin Gerlach, 73, of Crystal Lake, passed away on Sunday, November 26, 2023. Born and raised in Huntingburg, Indiana, he moved to Illinois post-college. Kevin married Margaret Kunz in 1973 and the couple was blessed with two children, Stephanie and Jeremy, along with two grandchildren, Audrey and Jeffrey.

Kevin held a bachelor’s degree from Indiana State University...

Virginia Rose (Lazzara)  Hoover

Virginia Rose (Lazzara) Hoover

Nov 25, 2023

Virginia Rose Hoover, 88, of Crystal Lake passed away on November 25, 2023. Born in Chicago on October 10, 1935, to Anthony and Theresa (Pentacosta) Lazzara, she lived a life filled with dedication and joy.

Virginia earned her degree from MCC and served there as an administrative assistant to the Special Needs Director for over 36 years....

Kenneth "Ken" F. Artner

Kenneth "Ken" F. Artner

Nov 24, 2023

Kenneth “Ken” F. Artner, 74, of Crystal Lake, IL passed away November 24, 2023 at Journey Care Hospice in Barrington, IL. He was born on July 25, 1949 in Hinsdale, IL to the late Frank and Ruth Artner.

He was raised in Des Plaines, IL., graduating from Maine West High School, class of 1967. After graduation, Ken...

Evelyn W. Dawson

Evelyn W. Dawson

Nov 22, 2023

Evelyn W. Dawson was born May 25, 1926, in St. Louis, MO, to Charles and Caroline White. She passed away peacefully November 22, 2023.

Evelyn was a long-time resident of Barrington, a member of St. Anne Catholic Church and the St. Anne Women’s Auxiliary. She was a graduate of Washington University in St. Louis where she was...

Michael J. Goles

Michael J. Goles

Nov 22, 2023

Michael Goles,77, passed away on November 22, 2023. Born in Chicago on September 9, 1946, to Michael and Mary Goles, he chose Crystal Lake as his home with his wife, Penny Adams, whom he married on August 29, 1987, following a 10-year courtship.

A true outdoorsman at heart, Michael's passions included hunting, fishing, and the thrill of...

Concetta (Chirchirillo)  Guagliardo

Concetta (Chirchirillo) Guagliardo

Nov 22, 2023

Concetta Guagliardo (nee Chirchirillo), age 94, of Lake Zurich, IL, passed away peacefully on November 22, 2023.

Concetta was born on February 21, 1929 in Alta Villa Milicia, Italy . At the age of 18 she immigrated to Chicago, Illinois with her father to establish a home for their family and began working at Florsheim Shoes.  Once...

Florence Barango

Florence Barango

Nov 20, 2023

Florence Barango, age 97, of Crystal Lake, passed away peacefully at Valley Hi Nursing Home with her loving family by her side on November 20, 2023. She was born on December 23, 1925 in Chicago, IL to the late John and Marie Cicero.

Florence met Vince through correspondence while he was overseas during WWII. When he returned...

Max Albert Roderick

Max Albert Roderick

Nov 18, 2023

Max Albert Roderik, 93, of Woodstock, IL., previously Thompson's Station, TN and Lanark, IL., passed away peacefully on November 18, 2023. He was born on December 3, 1929 in Atwood, IL to the late Courtney and Opal Roderick.

Max was a proud United States Army veteran, who served with honor during the Korean War. On November 14,...

Daniel P. Ofloy

Daniel P. Ofloy

Nov 18, 2023

Daniel “Dan” Paul Ofloy, a loving husband, father, grandfather, and brother, passed away on his birthday, November 18, 2023. Born on November 18, 1957, in Chicago, Illinois,

Dan's life was a rich tapestry of adventure, music, and love. His early years in Michigan with his younger brother, Kevin, were filled with the carefree adventures of youth, including...

Marion Fiandaca

Marion Fiandaca

Nov 16, 2023

Marion Fiandaca, age 85, of Lake Zurich Illinois, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, November 16, 2023. She was born on February 5, 1938, in Chicago, Illinois. Marion was a devoted wife to her husband of 62 years, Joseph, and a loving mother to her children, Michael (Bridget), Joseph (Barbara), John (Judie), and Dante (Sherry). She was loved...

Earl R. Gilly

Earl R. Gilly

Nov 16, 2023

Earl Ray Gilly passed away peacefully November 16, 2023 surrounded by his loving family. Earl was born May 29, 1928 in Barrington to Daniel and Mary Gilly. Earl proudly served in the U.S. Marine Corp during the Korean War. He was a Market Manager for Jewel Foods for 39 years.

Earl is survived by his loving wife...

Marlene Loraine (Kremske)  Teuber

Marlene Loraine (Kremske) Teuber

Nov 14, 2023

Marlene Loraine Teuber transitioned peacefully on November 14, 2023 at her home in Woodstock surrounded by her family. Born in Chicago, on August 30, 1933 to Edward Kremske and Frieda (Zitzow) Kremske, spent 90 wonderful years as the best wife, mother, and friend. The last two weeks of her life was spent saying goodbye to those she loved.

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Daniel Michael (Jr.)  Borah

Daniel Michael (Jr.) Borah

Nov 14, 2023

Daniel Michael Borah, Jr passed away November 14, 2023 in Libertyville surrounded by his loving family.  He was born November 3, 1938 in Chicago to Mary and Daniel Borah, Sr.

Dan is survived by his wife of 59 years, Karren; children, Kimberly Ann (William) Peters and Daniel (Rachel) Borah; grandchildren, Scott (Samantha) Peters, and Shawn and Jack...

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