Local Barrington, Crystal Lake, and Lake Zurich, IL Obituaries
Denise A. Krysciak
Jan 7, 2026
Denise Ann Krysciak, 71, of Hawthorn Woods, died on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, at Good Shepherd Hospital.
Denise was born in Peoria County on October 9, 1954, to parents William Joseph “Joe” and Beverly (nee Nuss) Blank while en route to the hospital. While standing up in a friend’s wedding, Denise caught the eye of one of the groomsmen, Andrew Krysciak....
Steve Koscinski
Jan 7, 2026
Steve Koscinski, of Crystal Lake, passed away peacefully surrounded by his wife and children after a courageous fight with ALS on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, at the age of 56. He was born June 22, 1969, in Chicago.
Proudly choosing a life of sobriety in 2015, Steve found purpose and belonging in the Jiu-Jitsu community at Team Curran. Team Curran and...
Lucyna Milkowski
Jan 6, 2026
Lucyna Milkowski will be lovingly remembered for the kindness and warmth she brought into the lives of those around her. If anyone had a zest for life, it was Lucy.
Born in Poland, she never forgot the beauty and traditions of her homeland. She found joy in music, dancing, and her daily nature walks. She loved a great cup of coffee...
John Hagedorn
Jan 6, 2026
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of John Hagedorn, age 74, of Deer Park, IL on January 6, 2026.
John was born on April 12,1951, in Abbington PA to William (Bill) and Marion (Gruhn) Hagedorn. His family later relocated to Lincolnwood IL where he grew up. He attended University of Dayton majoring in electrical engineering which led...
John Thomas Weaver
2026
John T. Weaver, born November 8, 1939, in Chicago, IL, passed away peacefully on January 6, 2026.
John was the devoted husband of Patricia Weaver, with whom he shared 64 wonderful years of marriage and a lifetime of love, partnership, and adventure.
He was a proud father to two daughters,Patricia (Jon) Stickney and Kate (Phil) Tucker. John was a loving grandfather to JC...
Nancy Jean Gierach
Jan 5, 2026
Nancy J. Gierach, 79, formerly of Tinley Park, passed away on January 5, 2026.
Nancy was born on January 28, 1946, in Boston, Massachusetts, to Eugene and Barbara (Cue) Lane. She grew up in Topeka, Kansas, and attended Washburn University. She later attended Iowa State University, where she met her future husband, Stephen Gierach.
Nancy and Stephen were married for more than...
James "Jim" Nelson
Jan 4, 2026
James "Jim" Nelson, 71, of Deer Park, passed away unexpectedly at home on January 4, 2026. He was born on April 27, 1954, in Chicago, IL, to the late Lawrence and Elaine Nelson.
Jim was a talented mechanical engineer who demonstrated his entrepreneurship and dedication by running his own company for many years. He was a true outdoorsman who looked forward...
James A. Happel
Jan 4, 2026
James Allan Happel, beloved son, husband, father, grandfather, uncle, and friend, was called home to his Savior on January 4, 2026. He was born on July 25, 1956, in Elgin to Edmund and Betty (Marolf) Happel.
Jim was baptized at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Dundee and confirmed at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Lombard. His faith remained a guiding part of...
Frank Stadler
Jan 4, 2026
Frank Stadler, 87, of Barrington, passed away unexpectedly on January 4, 2026. He was born on July 30, 1938, in Yugoslavia to Joseph and Elisabeth Stadler. As a young boy, Frank came to the United States with his family, beginning a new chapter far from his birthplace.
From an early age, Frank was always on the move. His love of sports...
Michael Bryniarski
Jan 3, 2026
Michael Stanley Bryniarski, age 78, passed away on Saturday, January 3, at his home in Barrington, Illinois, in the company of his wife, two daughters, and sister.
Michael is survived by his loving wife Marisa (Greco) Bryniarski, elder daughter Laura Bryniarski and her husband D. David Johnson; younger daughter Carolyn (Bryniarski) Murphy and her husband Joseph Murphy, son Connor and daughter...
Robert Haske
Jan 2, 2026
Robert Haske, 82, of Crystal Lake, passed away on January 2, 2026. He was born September 11, 1943, in Chicago, Illinois.
Bob was truly one of a kind. He could make a room laugh without even trying. He was direct, to the point, and often stubborn, but beneath that tough exterior was a deeply sentimental and loving man. Family meant everything...
Caroline Ross Creamer
Jan 2, 2026
Caroline Ross Creamer was born on April 24, 1970, in Los Angeles, California, to Peter and Gretchen Creamer. She passed away on January 2, 2026, at the age of 55, after a brave and determined battle with colon cancer, surrounded by love and held in the hearts of those who knew her.
Caroline was a friend to all. She had a...
Ernest "Ernie" Lenzini
Jan 2, 2026
Ernest “Ernie” Lenzini, 88, of Deer Park, Illinois, passed away on January 2, 2026, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. He died peacefully with family by his side.
Ernie was born on January 31, 1937, in Chicago, to Louis and Emma Lenzini, who immigrated to the United States from Italy. He attended Catholic grade school and paid his way...
Beatrice A. Johnson
Jan 2, 2026
Beatrice A. Johnson, 92, of Crystal Lake, passed away Friday evening, January 2, 2026. She was born April 12, 1933, in Cobden, Illinois, to Harvey and Betty (Mungle) Pearson.
In August of 1970, she married Ernie Johnson and together they formed a big, blended family that became the center of her life.
Bea worked as a purchasing agent at Farr Company in Crystal Lake...
Lester E. Krol
Dec 29, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the unexpected passing of Lester E. Krol, age 65, of Palatine, who left us on December 29, 2025. He was born on July 22, 1960 in Chicago to the late Thaddeus and Helen Krol.
Lester was a devoted son, a cherished brother, a loving father, and a proud grandfather whose warmth and humor...
Mary Kay Schnitzius
Dec 28, 2025
Mary Kay Schnitzius, 85, of Huntley, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on December 28, 2025. She was born on December 5, 1940 in Chicago to the late Michael and Annamae O’Connell.
On July 13, 1963, she married the love of her life, Edward Schnitzius, at Visitation Catholic Church in Chicago, Illinois. Together, they shared 62 beautiful years of...
Elizabeth Marie Thornton
Dec 27, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Elizabeth “Beth” Marie Thornton (née Hamilton), a beloved wife, mother, sister, aunt, and friend to many, who passed away quietly at her home in Barrington, IL, on December 27, 2025.
Beth was born in Elmira, NY, on June 23, 1965. She graduated from South Side High School in 1983 and...
Joyce D. Schwabe
Dec 27, 2025
Joyce D. Schwabe (nee Belot), 100, of Ellisville, Missouri, formerly of Milwaukee, Wisconsin; Libertyville, Illinois; and Carmel, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 27, 2025.
Joyce was born on January 9, 1925, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, to Anthony and Apalonia Belot, and stepdaughter of Raymond Mitten. On August 20, 1949, she was united in marriage to Robert V. Schwabe. They shared...
Lynne D. Sherman
Dec 27, 2025
Lynne D. Sherman, 84, of Crystal Lake, died after a brief illness on Saturday, December 27, 2025, surrounded by family at JourneyCare Hospice Center in Barrington.
Lynne was born in Chicago on June 19, 1941, to Howard and Hazel Sherman.
She worked for 36 years at the Chicago law firm Chapman and Cutler, starting as a legal secretary and advancing to being...
Stan Pasieka
Dec 26, 2025
Stan Pasieka, of Crystal Lake, passed away Friday, December 26. 2025 at the age of 67.
He was born May 19, 1958 in Bakersfield, CA, the son of the late Roman and Helena Pasieka.
Stan is survived by his loving wife of 43 years, Pam; his children, Stas’ Pasieka and Mallory Pasieka; and his beloved grandchildren, Zoe, Abby, Dylan, and Kenadie.
Visitation will...
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