Sep 26, 2019

Elena Potocka, formerly known as Lola Gardolinski, 84, of Oakwood Hills, IL was born on May 26, 1935 in Germokovka, Moscow, Russia to Hryhorij and Olena Bilous and passed away on September 26, 2019 in Lake Bluff, IL.

Elena was the beloved mother of Eva Gagliardi and Lola “Lala” (Gary) Naskrent; dear grandmother of Russell, Diana (Robert),...

Sep 25, 2019

Brylee Rae Gracia, of Crystal Lake, passed away Wednesday, September 25, 2019.

She was born August 29, 2018, the loving daughter of Mike Gracia and Samantha Wilkening.

Brylee will be remembered as a fun, loveable, happy girl. She was always smiling and brought much joy to those around her. Brylee loved Paw Patrol, taking trips...

Sep 24, 2019

Born October 23, 1923 in Scotland, Mary passed away peacefully September 24, 2019 in Palatine.  She is survived by her children, Patricia O’Connor and Kathleen DeCourcey; grandchildren, Eric (Patricia) Growney, Karen Carinci, Brian (Carrie) Growney, Aileen (Patrick) Stonelake, and Kristen (Will) Calvani; eleven great grandchildren; and brother, Joseph Docherty.  Mary was preceded in death by her husband, John; daughter,...

Sep 21, 2019

William “Bill” Baumgartner, 97, of McHenry, IL, passed away on September 21, 2019 in Knoxville, Tennessee. Bill was born in Chicago, IL to Joseph and Sophie Baumgartner on May 2, 1922. Bill is survived by his wife, Amelia J. Baumgartner of 75 years; children, William E. (Carol) Baumgartner, Susan (Daniel) Sansonetti; and grandchildren, Tim Baumgartner and Michael Sansonetti. Bill...

Sep 21, 2019

Charles “Chuck” Van Hof, of Crystal Lake, IL passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 21, 2019. He was born on August 31, 1949 in Chicago, IL.

Charles graduated from Chicago Christian High School in 1967. He earned a BA Degree in English from Calvin College in 1970 and a PhD in English from Loyola in 1979.

Sep 17, 2019

Helen Haschka (nee Wien), age 91, of Woodstock, IL passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 17, 2019 with her loving family by her side.

Helen was born on December 3, 1927 in Schag, Romania to Michael and Elizabeth Wien. She married Adam Haschka on May 18, 1946 in Germany. Her passions in life were her family, baking,...

Sep 17, 2019

Dennis Allen Kersting, 76, of Des Plaines, passed away on Sept 17, 2019 at Cedar Lake Assisted Living & Memory Care in Lake Zurich, his final days were spent with his family by his side. Born to Ted & Esther (Gilfoyle) Kersting in Park Ridge, he grew up attending Immaculate Conception Parish and Maine East high school class of...

Sep 16, 2019

Betty Jean Eldridge, of Crystal Lake, passed away Monday, September 16, 2019 at the age of 88.

She was born October 18, 1930 in Cincinnati, Ohio to the late Irvin William and Marie Katherine (nee Werner) Frank.

Betty was a member of the United Methodist Church and was also a member of multiple P.E.O. chapters....

Sep 16, 2019

Donna M. Redman (nee Hyde), age 96, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 16, 2019 with her loving family by her side. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother to whom family meant the world. Donna was born in Alma, Michigan on April 30, 1923. She was a dedicated volunteer within her community and a woman...

Sep 15, 2019

Cheryl was born November 10, 1963 in Streator, IL.  She was diagnosed with appendix cancer last November and passed away peacefully at her home September 15, 2019, surrounded by her loving family.

Cheryl would like all gifts made in her memory  to: Fort Wilderness, PO Box 715, McNaughton, WI, 54543, or www.fortwilderness.com/give.

Immediate services for...

Sep 14, 2019

Rick was born August 31, 1950 in Lockport, IL.  He passed away unexpectedly at his home September 14, 2019.

Rick was a proud alumnus of Northwestern University. He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Nanci Rogers; children, Kerry Rogers, and Brett (Alison) Rogers; and brother John Rogers.  He was preceded in death by his parents,...

Sep 14, 2019

Lawrence “Larry” M. Sulma, 61, of Crystal Lake, Illinois was born on April 12, 1958 and passed away peacefully on September 14, 2019 after a lengthy illness. He was the former husband of Lisa Sulma; dear brother of Jeff (Rita) Sulma; nephew of Stella McClory; and uncle to many beloved nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by...

Sep 11, 2019

Visitation for Martha will be held Saturday, September 21, 2019 from 2:00 p.m. until the time of the funeral service at 3:00 p.m. at Davenport Family Funeral Home and Crematory, 419 E Terra Cotta Ave (Rt. 176) Crystal Lake.

Sep 11, 2019

Donald Francis Schoen, 87, of Barrington passed away peacefully on September 11, 2019, at home, surrounded by family. He was born in Chicago, August 26, 1932.

Don graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering in 1954 from Marquette University. He was a member of the Pi Tau Sigma Honorary Mechanical Engineering Society. After graduation, he...

Sep 10, 2019

George K. Klinger, 53, of Algonquin passed away on September 10, 2019 while riding his motorcycle which was one of his favorite things to do. He was born in Maywood, IL on July 5, 1966 to George and Carol (nee Barr) Klinger.

George met Deborah Kross when she was fifteen years old. They were together for thirty...

Sep 10, 2019

Frank “Muma” Hohlfelder, Jr., 88, originally of Northbrook and Deerfield passed away on Tuesday, September 10, 2019.  He was born February 23, 1931, in Evanston, to Franklin J. Hohlfelder, Sr. and Edith (nee Runnfeldt).

Frank was an avid fisherman and loved playing Wii Bowling with his friends.  He enjoyed many years of vacationing “Up North” with his...

Sep 10, 2019

James J. “Jim” Staudt, died September 10, 2019 at Northwest Community Hospital in Arlington Heights. He was born May 23, 1938 in Waterloo, Iowa. After graduating from West High School in Waterloo, he served in the U.S. Army. He was a graduate of the University of Missouri School of Journalism.

Jim and his wife Marilu lived in...

Sep 10, 2019

Diane M. Baldassari, 82, of Lake Barrington, was born on August 26, 1937 to the late Charles and Ann Baade and passed away peacefully on September 10, 2019 surrounded by her family. Diane was the loving wife of Robert J. “Bob” Baldassari; beloved mother of Gary (Cecilia), Dean (Cathy), Scott (Jennifer) and Robert, Jr.; cherished grandmother of Jess (Suzanne),...

Sep 10, 2019

James Emory Flurry, passed away on September 10, 2019 at home in Deer Park at the age of 93. Jim was born on October 31, 1925 in Montgomery, Alabama.

He graduated from the University of Alabama where he met and married Norma Jean Gordon. Jean and Jim were married for 69 years. They had four children, Gail...

Sep 9, 2019

Darlene Rae Pfaffinger (nee Chamberlain), age 75, passed away on September 9, 2019 at Crystal Pines Nursing Home in Crystal Lake.  She was surrounded by her loving family after suffering from complications of MS.

Darlene was born in Harvard, IL, June 2, 1944. She was the oldest daughter of Grace and Raymond Chamberlain.  She graduated from Marengo...