Mar 17, 2019

James “Jimmy” Francis DeMunno, 83, of Cary, passed away peacefully on March 17, 2019. He was born on October 10, 1935 in Chicago to Peter and Helen DeMunno.

James was a proud veteran of United States Army, where he served during the Korean War.

He graduated and earned his JD from DePaul University, College of...

Mar 17, 2019

Donald J. Kmiec, 81, of Lake Barrington, passed away peacefully at home on March 17, 2019. He was born on October 12, 1937 in Chicago to Theodore and Eleanor Kmiec.

Donald was a proud veteran of the United States Army. He was the owner of the restaurants, Polynesian Palms and Sylvia’s in Norridge until his daughter Carla...

Mar 17, 2019

Phoebe N. Harris, long-time resident of Algonquin, passed away at her home with family by her side on Sunday, March 17, 2019 at the age of 94.

She was born September 7, 1924 in Chicago, the daughter of the late Floyd B. and Arline (nee Beamish) Ryron.

Phoebe was passionate about all animals and worked...

Mar 17, 2019

Marion B. Hanke, 87, of Crystal Lake passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 17, 2019.  She  was surrounded by many of her children and her niece along with the wonderful nursing staff during her last hours. Marion was born in Chicago on August 2, 1931 to Nicholas and Anne Brosius.

Spending her early years in Chicago and...

Mar 17, 2019

Mary D. Paulsen Hoffing, beloved wife of Lee Hoffing, aged 77, died on March 17, 2019, in Barrington, Illinois. She was born in Chicago, Illinois on August 7, 1942.

Mary was a loving and devoted mother to her four children, Mary J. Paulsen (Gerst), Carolynne A. Paulsen (Weisenthal), Edwin F. Paulsen and Norbert J. Paulsen, and a...

Mar 16, 2019

Janet Irene Gardner, 99, of Barrington, passed away peacefully on March 16, 2019. She was born on January 27, 1920 in Buffalo, New York to Norman and Jessie Smith.

Janet was a proud member of United Church Women. She was also a member of Trinity Presbyterian Church in Venice, FL and Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church in Lexington,...

Mar 16, 2019

Dr. Thomas L. Cronan, of Morehead City, NC and formerly of Trumbull, CT, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 16, 2019 in Barrington, IL at the age of 90.

He was born January 9, 1929 in New Haven, CT, the son of the late Thomas L. and Mary Agnes Cronan.

Tom proudly served his country...

Mar 15, 2019

Diane Gail King, 75, of Long Grove, formerly of Streator, born on February 24, 1944 to the late Bernard and Marie Hasse passed away on March 15, 2019. Diane was the loving mother of Rachael (Ovidiu) Roibu. She was the owner and teacher of Streator Beauty School and also the dear nanny of Kyle, Erin and Colin Henry for...

Mar 14, 2019

Erika R. Byrne, 94, of Lake Barrington, was born March 5, 1925 in Chicago to Eugene and Minnie (nee Ganshirt) Schwarz. She passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on Thursday, March 14, 2019 in Lake Barrington.

Erika was a life-long, devoted Cubs fan.

Erika is survived by her sons, Paul (Bonnie) Byrne, Tim (Lisa) Byrne,...

Mar 14, 2019

Matt Schmidt of Crystal Lake passed away at his home, Thursday, March 14, 2019 at the age of 38.

He was born January 19, 1981 in Barrington, the son of Frank and Margot Schmidt.

Matt enjoyed bowling and playing softball; he was an avid Cubs, Blackhawks, Bulls and Bears fan.

Matt is survived...

Mar 13, 2019

Michelle was born July 21, 1964 in Waukegan to Michael and Jayne Stephanidis.  She passed away peacefully at her home March 13, 2019.

Michelle is survived by her husband of 30 years, Michael; children, Samantha, Cassandra (Kevin) Brusky, Alexander, and Zachary; father, Michael; sister, Thayae (Ralph) Weber; and brother, Steve Stephanidis.  She was preceded in death by...

Mar 12, 2019

Perttu “Pepe” Laakso, 64 of Tower Lakes, IL, passed away March 12, 2019. Perttu was born in Tower Lakes, IL to Toni and Perttu. He is survived by his wife Betsy, two amazing daughters, Anne and Maggie, as well as his mother, Toni, and sister, Liisa Laakso Jawed (Jerry), and sister-in-law Judy (Jan). He is preceded in death by...

Mar 12, 2019

Richard “Rick” Schneider, of Cary, passed away Tuesday, March 12, 2019 at the age of 69.

He was born February 3, 1950 in Evanston, the son of the late Francis and Laura Schneider.

Rick proudly served his country in the US Air Force during the Vietnam War.

Rick was the loving husband of...

Mar 12, 2019

Richard “Dick” Kelley, of Barrington, passed away peacefully Tuesday, March 12, 2019 at the age of 96. He was born January 15, 1923 in Chicago.

Dick was a retired Chicago Fire Fighter having served for over 25 years.

Dick was a loving husband to Pat; devoted father to Patti Kay (John) Hagedorn and Marybeth (Bill)...

Mar 10, 2019

Alfred Okari St. John, 49, of Lake Barrington, was born May 25, 1969 in Rochester, NY to Alfred V. and Bevie (nee Fagon) St. John. He sadly passed away Sunday, March 10, 2019.

Alfred was an Economics graduate from Syracuse University. He worked as a Senior Financial Advisor Consultant for OppenheimerFunds for 21 years. He served on...

Mar 10, 2019

Nicholas “Nick” Francis James Apostal, of Crystal Lake, passed away peacefully on March 10, 2019 at the age of 89, due to a sudden decline in health after the passing of his wife of 65 years on November 17, 2018.

He was born July 25, 1929, in Chicago, the son of the late Panos N....

Mar 9, 2019

Gisela Meesenburg (nee Kebschull), 86, of Twin Lakes, WI and Anna Marie Island, FL passed away on Saturday, March 9, 2019.   She was born in Neustrelitz, Germany on July 26, 1932 to the late Leo and Frieda (nee Bunge) Kebschull.

Gisela married Walter Meesenburg in Germany then immigrated to the United States after WWII in 1952.   They...

Mar 8, 2019

Vincent S. Baldassano, 77, of Lake Zurich passed away peacefully on March 8, 2019. He was born on October 15, 1941 in Chicago to Nicholas and Mary (nee Magno) Baldassano.

Vincent will be deeply missed by his devoted wife of 55 years, Merrilyn (nee Van Horn); children, Deanna (Gary) OBrill and Daniel (Julie) Baldassano; grandchildren, Brianna and...

Mar 6, 2019

Terence J. “Terry” Dargan, 90, passed away after a prolonged illness on March 6, 2019. He was born on November 26, 1928 in Detroit, MI to James and Druscilla Dargan.

Prior to his illness he volunteered at St. Anne Catholic Church in many different capacities. He was a proud member of American Legion Post 690...

Mar 5, 2019

Wesley Monroe Willard, 90, of Wauconda, IL died March 5, 2019 at Good Shepherd Hospital. He was born August 17, 1928 in Joliet, IL to Amy (Wesley) and Raymond Willard. After his mother’s death, he spent his childhood on his grandparents’ farm in Northern Wisconsin with his late brother William Kenneth Willard. During his high school years, he worked...