Nov 3, 2023

Katherine Newsom, 77, of Crystal Lake passed away on November 3, 2023. Katherine was born on April 24, 1946, in Jacksonville, Florida to the late Frank and Martha McKinley. Kathy graduated from Robert E . Lee High School in Jacksonville, FL. then went on to attend Andrew College in Cuthbert, GA.  where she was a member of Zeta Delta...

Nov 1, 2023

Joseph C. Nasca, of Hawthorn Woods, passed away surrounded by “his girls” on November 1, 2023.

He was born September 19, 1959 in Chicago, the son of the late Joseph and Joan (nee Schmidt) Nasca.

Joe found joy in the simple things. Whether it was working on the Mustang, cruising in his boat on Green...

Nov 1, 2023

Therese R. Lombardo (nee Antczak) 2/22/1930-11/1/2023, 93, died peacefully at her longtime home in Barrington. She was preceded in death by her loving husband Vincent, and her parents Bruno and Anna. Born in Chicago, Therese graduated from Wells High School and Wesley Passavant Nursing School. A born and raised city girl, Therese and Vince first moved to a farm...

Oct 30, 2023

Marilyn Evelyn Sweeney (nee Anderson), age 86, passed away peacefully on Monday, October 30, 2023.

She was born in Chicago, IL on November 22, 1936. She loved spending time with family and friends.  Her favorite past-time was moving her furniture and decorating her house. Her hobby was building and decorating doll houses for over 40 years.

Oct 30, 2023

Carlos Adame-Moreno, 66, passed away peacefully in his sleep on October 30, 2023 at his home, his beloved wife Leticia Adame at his side. He was born November 4, 1956 to Gilberto & Juanita Adame-Moreno in Reynosa, Tamaulipas, Mexico.

He was a loving father and grandfather. Survivors include his children Ruth E. Adame (Sipriano Martínez), Gilberto Adame...

Oct 29, 2023

Harry Donald Doering, 95, of Elk Grove Village, Illinois, devoted husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, formerly of Merrill, WI, passed away Sunday, October 29, 2023, at his home in Elk Grove Village, Illinois.

Harry was born June 16, 1928, and raised in Doering, Wisconsin. He graduated from Merrill High School and later attended Spencerian Business College in...

Oct 29, 2023

Joyce B. Kesler, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and loving friend to many, was called home by her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on October 29, 2023. She was born on November 10, 1925, in St. Louis, Missouri, to the late John S. Bush and Catheryn Mae Bush (Eaton).

She will be forever cherished and dearly missed...

Oct 28, 2023

Larry “Simo” Simonsen, 70, longtime resident of Crystal Lake, passed away unexpectedly but peacefully on October 28, 2023. He was born on October 9, 1953 in Elgin, IL to Folmer and Katherine Simonsen.

On Valentine’s Day in 1975, Larry married Pamela Koch in Crystal Lake. Together they celebrated 48 beautiful years and were blessed with a daughter,...

Oct 26, 2023

Fred Choromanski, 92, born September 17, 1931 in Paterson NJ. After a wonderful and long life, passed away Thursday October 26, 2023. He is survived by his Wife, Virginia (Babinec); daughter, Jennifer Hurst and her husband, Gregory Hurst.

Born to Julian and Mary Choromanski and was the brother of Violet Martin.  After serving in the Korean War,...

Oct 26, 2023

Dayton/Oakwood native and beloved Father, Husband and friend, Urban A. Thobe passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 26, 2023. He was 87 Years old.

Visitation will be held Saturday November 4, 2023 from 10am until the time of Funeral Mass at 11am at Saint Anne Catholic Community Church, 120 Ela Street, Barrington, IL. Burial will follow at...

Oct 24, 2023

Jean Schmidt (nee Mary Regina Bader), age 81, passed away on Tuesday, October 24, 2023.

Jean was born in Chicago, IL on March 22, 1942.  She graduated from St. Clement School and met her husband Herb while working at the Curtiss Candy Company.  While living in Chicago, they started a family, and Jean managed their 9-flat apartment...

Oct 24, 2023

Ryne James Vitek was born on September 18, 1982.  Ryne is the cherished son of Mary and Larry Vitek; beloved brother of Shana Vitek (Eric Kessel); adored uncle to Olivia and Jackson; nephew, cousin, and treasured friend of many who love him and were blessed to have him in their lives. We will continue to celebrate his life by...

Oct 24, 2023

James Arthur Kampert, age 72, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 24, 2023.

James was born in Elgin, IL on January 11, 1951. He was, first and foremost, an actor and was also known for his beautiful singing voice. He received an undergraduate degree from North Dakota State University and his master’s degree from Illinois State University....

Oct 23, 2023

Sarah Rose Czapla, 88, originally of Arlington Heights, IL, since then relocated to Crystal Lake, IL, passed away peacefully on October 23, 2023. She was born on April 8, 1935 in Chicago, IL to the late Joseph and Rose (nee Rini) Enna.

On May 11, 1969, Sarah married Richard Czapla. Together, they celebrated 43 years of marriage...

Oct 20, 2023

Michelle Ann Michuda, 53, passed away suddenly after a long battle with an illness on October 20, 2023. Michelle was born July 26, 1970 to Patricia (nee Biddle) Zwolinski.

Michelle had an unmatched skill and love of music, being able to recall every song someone quizzed her about. She worked nearly seven years at IDOT, where she...

Oct 18, 2023

Eugene (Gene) Anthony Podrazik, age 94, passed into eternal life on October 18, 2023, at his home in Barrington, Illinois. His earthly life was one of unending love and service to his wife of 66 years, Mary, his children Eugene, Paula (Julian) Tunno, Rachel (Wayne) Baer, Maura (Stan) Gonsalves, Jenny, Meta (Tim) Carroll, and his grandchildren, Lauren Gonsalves, Alexander...

Oct 17, 2023

A Celebration of Life will take place on February 3, 2024 at the Barrington United Methodist Church (https://barringtonumc.com/) with a visitation starting at 10am and the Celebration at 11am with a light lunch to follow. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to one of the following organizations close to Norval’s heart (or to a charity of your...

Oct 17, 2023

Lola M. Sroka passed away on October 17, 2023. She was born November 16, 1933 in Chicago to Andrew and Anna Szczesniak. During her long life Lola took care of her parents at her residence in Chicago while raising two children and working full time. She spent most of her 25+ working years at Milwaukee Electric Tool Company in...

Oct 17, 2023

Glenn grew up on the south side of Chicago with his parents, Margaret and Louis, and his two brothers, Ron and Ken. He attended Calumet High School from 1956-1959. One of the happiest times of his life was when his father and uncles opened up the “Three Bears Soda Shop” on 69th Street.

He attended Northern Illinois...

Oct 15, 2023

Clifford Henry Dunteman Sr., 83, longtime resident of Crystal Lake, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 15, 2023.

Clifford was born on July 22, 1940, in Bensenville, IL to Howard and Mildred Dunteman. He was an avid golfer and also loved to play Clash of Clans. Clifford cherished every moment spent with his loved ones, especially when...