Feb 11, 2016

Richard Wayne Oates, 91, of Crystal Lake, passed away February 11, 2016 at home surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Willard, OH on November 21, 1924 to the late Frank and Gertrude (nee Godlove) Oates.

Richard served in the 59th Air Service Command from 1943-1946 as an aerial engineer Sergeant. On April...

Feb 10, 2016

William Mitchell Biscomb, 74, of Crystal Lake, was born February 19, 1941 in Ishpeming, MI to Harry and Lois (nee Mitchell) Biscomb. He passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 10, 2016 in Woodstock. Bill graduated from Northern Michigan University with a degree in Business Administration in 1963. He worked for the Social Security Administration from 1968 until his retirement in...

Feb 9, 2016

Maryann V. (Donner) Sexton, 68, of Iowa City, IA, passed away on February 9, 2016 after a courageous battle with cancer. She was the daughter of the late Harry and Sylvia (Schwichtenberg) Donner.

Maryann is survived by her children, Jeffrey (Kathy) Sexton of Greenfield, IN, Christopher (Jody) Sexton of Geneva, IL, Katherine (Jason) Rees of...

Feb 8, 2016

John “Jack” Marsland, 88 of Algonquin and formerly of Palatine, passed away at home on February 8, 2016. "There is nothing in the world as irresistibly contagious as laughter and good humor". Jack was gifted with both and shared them freely. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather; he will be deeply missed by his children Jennie (Joe Murphy),...

Feb 8, 2016

Raymond Joseph Kasicki, of McHenry, formerly of Park Ridge, passed away surrounded by his family on Monday, February 8, 2016 at the age of 80.

He was born in Chicago to Frank and Bertha (nee Scammahorn) Kasicki. For over 50 years, Ray was employed with Edward Hines Lumber Company. He also proudly served in the US Army....

Feb 7, 2016

Christine “Tina” Hope Wolf (nee Markwald), 58, of Crystal Lake, passed away February 7, 2016 in her home after a 3-year battle with breast cancer. She was born on March 21, 1957 in Anna, IL to Rudolf and Marilynn (nee Morris) Markwald.

Tina graduated from Augustana College in 1979, received her CPA certification in 1983, and received...

Feb 7, 2016

Helen Rose Latkowski, 102, of Hoffman Estates, passed away peacefully on February 7, 2016 at Rosewood Care Center in Inverness, IL. She was born on March 1, 1913, in Chicago to John and Angela Wiktor. Helen is survived by her loving children, Yolanta “Nola” (Harry) Cotesworth, and Alicia (Dr. Robert) Dutka; grandchildren, Rob (Iffat) Dutka, Dr. Aaron (Teri) Dutka,...

Feb 7, 2016

Leonard “Mac” W. McElhinney, 87, of Oakwood Hills, IL and Naples, FL was born June 28, 1928 in Morning Sun, IA to Merritt and Esther (nee Todd) McElhinney. He passed away peacefully Sunday, February 7, 2016 in Naples, FL. Mac was a proud veteran of the United States Army, where he served in Korea during the Korean War. When...

Feb 6, 2016

Roger was born January 4, 1938 in Chicago to Helen (nee Brunn), and Carl Paldauf. He went to eternal rest February 6, 2016. He and his beloved wife, Betty Jean Voras Paldauf, were married 50 years ago in June. Roger was the loving father of Elizabeth (Mike) Albandia, and Sara (Rory Patterson) Manning. Papa Rog was adored...

Feb 5, 2016

Services for Mr. Yacoben are private.

Feb 5, 2016

Dorothy Jane Fararo, 86, of Huntley, was born on May 19, 1929 in Grand Rapids, MI to James and Winona (nee Witter) Huizenga. She passed away peacefully on Friday, February 5, 2016 in Elgin.

Dorothy was a school teacher for 18 years. She loved the Chicago Cubs, her grandchildren, and spending time on the beaches of Lake...

Feb 3, 2016

Biography

Nancy J. Bryla was born June 5, 1960 to John and Genevieve Bryla. She passed away peacefully February 3, 2016 with her loving daughter by her side.

Nancy is survived by her daughter Genevieve (Matt) Kloss, father John Bryla; and brothers, John, Jim, Bill (Ellen), and Bob (Chris) Bryla. She was preceded in death by her...

Feb 2, 2016

Biography

Carol Lynn Henriksen (nee Zimmerman), 72, of Barrington, was born October 17, 1943 in Highland Park, IL to Ernest and Delilah (nee Witt) Zimmerman. She passed away Tuesday, February 2, 2016 at her home in Barrington.

Carol was a graduate of Prospect High School, class of 1961. She worked at Harris Bank in Barrington...

Jan 31, 2016

William (Bill) Edward Kothera, 89, of Crystal Lake, died, Sunday, January 31, 2016 at home surrounded by family. He went to join the love of his life, Marian.

He was born on August 25, 1926, to Joseph and Lillian Novak Kothera in Cleveland, Ohio.

He married Marian Schneider Kothera on August 19, 1950 at St....

Jan 30, 2016

Cheryl A. Klein, 66, of Woodstock passed away January 30, 2016. She was born on January 4, 1950, in Chicago, to Edward and Florence Grosskopf.

Cheryl married the love of her life, John Klein, in Chicago on June 17, 1972. She graduated with an RN degree from St. Mary’s School of Nursing and also holds a bachelor’s...

Jan 30, 2016

Mary Poulos, 85, of Village of Lakewood, formerly of Waukegan, IL, at rest January 30, 2016. Beloved wife of 58 years of Alex C. Poulos; loving mother of Chris Poulos, Ann Marie (Leon) Garoufalis, John (Cindy) Poulos; dear YiaYia of JB, Alexis, Luke, Jason and Tyler; cherished Aunt of many. Visitation, Tuesday, February 2, 2016 , from 4 PM until...

Jan 30, 2016

Frederick Joseph Kierl, Jr., 77, of Algonquin, IL, peacefully passed away at home January 30, surrounded by his family. Known as Joe and Papa Joe, he was born in Scammon, KS September 29, 1938. He joined the Navy at the young age of 17. He loved sailing the beautiful oceans and proudly served his country with three tours in...

Jan 27, 2016

Patricia Ann Byrne (Utter), 80, of Algonquin passed away January 27, 2016 surrounded by her family.

Pat was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother who enjoyed family gatherings and making traditions. She was the coupon queen and knew how to stretch a dollar.

Pat will be sadly missed by her husband, Marty, of over...

Jan 26, 2016

Dorothy Ferslew, of Crystal Lake, formerly of Chicago, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 26 at the age of 86.

She was born September 6, 1929 in Chicago to Frank and Marie (nee Kuna) Gapski. On June 7, 1952 Dorothy was united in marriage to Howard Ferslew.

Dorothy spent two years at Wilbur Wright Junior...

Jan 26, 2016

Robert "Bob" Just was born April 27, 1948 in Chicago to Robert and Marion Just. He passed away January 26, 2016 at his home in Barrington. Bob is survived by his wife of 34 years, Charlene; step daughters, Judy (Lou) Frizzell, and Brenda Juckel; six grandchildren, six great grandchildren; and brother William "Bill" (Kathy) Just. In accordance with Bob's wishes,...