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

Richard "Rich" Radzwilowicz

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

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...

Ronald Beier Sr

Ronald Beier Sr

Sep 18, 2025

Ronald “Ron” Beier Sr., 86, of Crystal Lake, Illinois, passed away peacefully on September 18, 2025.

Born in the Bronx, New York, August 19, 1939, Ron grew up in Daytona Beach, Florida, where he developed his lifelong love of cars and travel. He joined the air force and was stationed in Iceland as chaplain's assistant. He returned to Daytona and worked...

Margaret "Margie" Sandora

Margaret "Margie" Sandora

Sep 17, 2025

Born in Chicago on August 21,1970, Margie built a life centered on the people she loved most. She married her soulmate, Danny on November 28, 1989, and together they created a home filled with warmth, laughter, and a fierce sense of family loyalty. She passed away peacefully at her home September 17, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.

Margie was an...

Katie Barrett

Katie Barrett

Sep 17, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Kathleen Lorraine “Katie” Barrett, of Cary, Illinois, on Wednesday, September 17, 2025, at the age of 86. Katie was surrounded by her family and loved ones at the time of her passing.

Katie was born March 31, 1939, in Racine, Wisconsin, the daughter of the late Charley and Thelma (nee Bennett) Davies. She...

James M. Kohl

James M. Kohl

Sep 16, 2025

James Michael “Jim” Kohl, 74, devoted husband, loving father, cherished grandfather, and faithful servant of Christ, passed away peacefully on September 16, 2025, just three days shy of his 75th birthday. Born on September 19, 1950, in Elgin, Illinois, to John and Eleanor Kohl, Jim grew up in Palatine, where his story of love and faith began. At the age...

Doodle Tolbert

Doodle Tolbert

Sep 16, 2025

Carroll Lee “Doodle” Tolbert passed away peacefully at the age of 89 on September 16, 2025, at his home, with his loving family by his side.

Born on April 9, 1936, in Elizabethtown, Illinois, Doodle was the third of seven children of Wilson and Beatrice (Showalter) Tolbert. He often shared stories with family and friends about the joys and challenges of...

Dennis George Masek

Dennis George Masek

Sep 14, 2025

Dennis George Masek, 81, passed Sept. 14 at his home, with the love of his family. Dennis was most proud, loved, and cherished his family; children Kim (Gil), Ryan (Heather), Kristy (Rob) and Alison (Jeff) and grandchildren Giorgio (Kim), Dimitri, Niko, Mason, Bobby, Emerson, Colton, Adley and Carter.Dennis was born in Brookfield, IL to George and Mildred, both deceased. He...

James P. Barker

James P. Barker

Sep 14, 2025

James P. Barker, 69, of Lake in the Hills, died peacefully on Sunday, September 14, 2025, in Barrington.

James was born in Oak Park on June 29, 1956, to parents James Patrick Barker and Helen Jospehine (nee Wagner) Winslow.

James loved his house and took great care of his home and garden. His family meant everything to him, and he was especially...

Ross Allen Bogue

Ross Allen Bogue

Sep 13, 2025

Ross Allen Bogue

June 16,1959 – September 13, 2025

Ross Bogue, age 66, of Barrington, IL passed away peacefully on September 13, 2025 surrounded by loved ones.

Born in South Bend, IN, Ross was the cherished son of Robert and Eleanor Bogue. After graduating from Clay High School and Indiana University Bloomington, he built a successful career in telecommunications, founding Communications Concepts Midwest...

Donald F. Rose

Donald F. Rose

Sep 13, 2025

Donald Francis Rose, 67 years of age and a current resident of Crystal Lake, Illinois, passed away on September 13, 2025.

He was born on June 12, 1958, in Detroit, Michigan, to the late Patritia M. (nee Knechtges) and Robert A. Rose. On October 6, 1979 he was united in marriage to Denise M. Toth. The two were blessed to spend...

Susan Lucas

Susan Lucas

Sep 12, 2025

Susan Lucas, 78, of Wauconda passed away on September 12, 2025.

She was born in Key West, Florida on November 22, 1946, to Robert and Marianne (Myatt) Lake. Susan was known for her bubbly spirit, feisty personality, and caring heart. She loved cats, enjoyed snow skiing, and treasured her travels with her women’s group. A talented crafter, she sold her creations...

Henry J. Higgins

Henry J. Higgins

Sep 11, 2025

Henry James Higgins, 85, of Crystal Lake, passed away on September 11, 2025.

Born in Springfield, Illinois on July 5, 1940, to Harold J. and Emma B. (Gietl) Higgins, Henry lived a full and meaningful life. He graduated from Notre Dame and proudly served his country as a veteran of the U.S. Army while stationed in Fairbanks, Alaska. 

After the Army Henry...

Ravinder "Bholla" Kaur Battu

Ravinder "Bholla" Kaur Battu

Sep 11, 2025

  Ravinder Kaur Battu, 74, of Vernon Hills, passed away peacefully at home on September 11, 2025. She was born on May 27, 1951 in Taunggyi, Burma to the late Sardar Sohan Singh and Sardarni Gian Kaur.

Bholla married her beloved husband, Bhagwan, in Toronto, Canada, on May 28, 1978. Together, they built a life full of love, laughter, and adventure....

Nancy Claire Johnson

Nancy Claire Johnson

Sep 10, 2025

Nancy C. Ekstrom Aston Johnson, whose life was rooted in service, family, and community, passed away peacefully on September 10th in Crystal Lake at the age of 94.

Born in Chicago to Walter and Astrid (Danielson) Ekstrom, Nancy moved with her family to Crystal Lake in 1943. She entered the eighth grade that year and later graduated from Crystal Lake High...

David J. Drohan

David J. Drohan

Sep 10, 2025

David John Drohan

May 13, 1965 – September 10, 2025

David John Drohan, 60, of Barrington, Illinois and Oro Valley, Arizona, passed away on September 10, 2025.

Dave is survived by his beloved wife, Maria Odenkirk; his parents, David and Denise Drohan; his sister and brother-in-law, Ellen and Christopher Wagner; and his nephews, Christopher and John Wagner. He is also survived by his...

Patrick O'Berry

Patrick O'Berry

Sep 10, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Patrick Brian O’Berry, beloved husband, father, son, brother, and friend, who left this world on September 10, 2025, at the age of 62.

Born on February 18, 1963, in Grand Rapids, MI, Patrick lived a life filled with love, humor, kindness, and integrity. For 32 wonderful years, he shared his...

Arturo G. Fernandez

Arturo G. Fernandez

Sep 8, 2025

Arturo G. Fernandez, 80, of Lake Zurich, passed away peacefully at home on September 8, 2025. He was born on January 15, 1945 in Guatemala to the late Guillermina and Mariano Fernandez.

He loved his wife and children deeply, and he cared for his nieces, nephews, and extended family just as much. His home was always filled with warmth, laughter, and...

Lila Jane Cantwell

Lila Jane Cantwell

Sep 7, 2025

It is with grateful, full and heavy hearts we share the peaceful passing of Lila Cantwell on Sunday, September 7th. Lila was the dearly beloved wife of the late Terry, mother to Scott (Sheila) and Beth (Peter), Mamaw to grandson William, and sister to Earl Jay Hayes (Beverly).

Lila was born to Esther and Earl Hayes, Sr. on May 6th, 1936...

Lily Mardones

Lily Mardones

Sep 7, 2025

Lily Mardones, age 86, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 7, 2025.

She was born March 29, 1939 in Chile, the daughter of the late Luis and Aurora (nee Rivero) Alvarez.

Lily is survived by her children, Edith (Nilo) deCastro and Marcio (Beth) Mardones; and her grandchildren, Alexandra deCastro and Jake Mardones.

A visitation will be held Saturday, September 20, from 9:30 a.m....