Dec 24, 2014

Dr. William O. Womer, 93 Of Crystal Lake Born July 14, 1921 in Pottsville, PA, passed away peacefully December 24, 2014 at JourneyCare Hospice in Woodstock. William was a Doctor of Chiropractic in Chicago for over 40 years. He was an active Mason for many years as well as a member of the American Legion. William also served as a...

Dec 24, 2014

Christine Nieman Gettig, 71, of Crystal Lake, born March 21, 1943, in Elmira, New York, passed away peacefully December 24, 2014, surrounded by her family at home. Christine grew up in Topeka, Kansas, and graduated from Washburn University. Her hobbies included painting, quilting, drawing, gardening, doing word puzzles and sharing her life’s experiences. Her most cherished roles were devoted wife,...

Dec 22, 2014

Born May 25, 1952 in Chicago to Paul Eugene and Theresa Lorraine (nee Bute) Ferguson, Michael passed away Monday, December 22, 2014 in McHenry, Illinois. Michael was an avid outdoorsman, enjoying camping, hiking, fishing, and golfing. He loved his long country drives and spending time with his family and friends. In addition to his loving wife, Theresa, Michael is survived...

Dec 22, 2014

John Edward Spurgeon of the Village of Lakewood, Illinois, passed away peacefully at home on December 22, 2014, after a long illness. Beloved husband of Martha Rose Williams and devoted stepfather of Barbara Krause of Oak Park, Illinois, and Mary (Michael) Tsao of San Mateo, California. Loving father of Karen (Douglas) Connor of Lawrence, Kansas, from his first marriage to...

Dec 21, 2014

Mary K. Haller Born October 21, 1923 in Chicago to Thomas and Della (nee Jordan) McIntyre, Mary passed away peacefully with her loving family by her side on Sunday, December 21, 2014 at the age of 91. Mary and her husband, Herbert were very active for many years breeding and showing Soft-Coated Wheaton Terriers. In addition to her loving...

Dec 21, 2014

John Marion Cwikla, 76, of Barrington, passed away peacefully, Sunday, December 21, 2014, in Barrington, at JourneyCare surrounded by family. He was born on October 7, 1938, to John J. and Eugenia Cwikla in Chicago. John’s passion was his involvement in Northwest Homer Fire Protection District for many years as a paramedic and eventually captain. His hobbies included fishing and...

Dec 20, 2014

Karen Ann Bornholt, 52, of Crystal Lake, formerly of Palatine, passed away December 20, 2014. She was born March 15, 1962 in Chicago to Alfred and Marilyn (nee Mooney) Pedersen. Along with her parents, Karen is survived by her husband, Stephen of 27 years; children, Joshua Edward (Sylvia Proctor), Dane McKee, and Kersten Collins; grandson, Stephen Edward; brothers, Robert (Josie),...

Dec 20, 2014

Mary Rose Stachura, 91, of Bartlett, died Saturday, December 20, 2014, at St. Alexius Medical Center in Hoffman Estates. She was born on March 16, 1923, to Joseph and Rose Pillis, in Schachendorf, Burgenland, Austria. Mary retired from Kemper Insurance in Long Grove where she worked as an administrative assistant in the president’s office. Her first job after high...

Dec 19, 2014

Edward Michael Dicks, 48, of Crystal Lake, passed away Friday, December 19, 2014, in Centegra Hospital, Woodstock. He was born December 31, 1965, in Oak Park, to Joseph and Maxine (nee Siwek) Dicks. In addition to his parents, Joseph and Maxine, Edward is survived by his siblings, Joseph Dicks, Jr. and Diana Valinskas; nephews and niece, Joey Dicks and Sophia...

Dec 19, 2014

Lillian May Shiley DeBolt, age 97, died December 19, 2014, at her home in Barrington. She was born May 25, 1917, the same year as Jack Kennedy, Dean Martin, and Ella Fitzgerald, the latter of whom sang Lil’s favorite song, “A-Tisket, A-Tasket, I Lost my Yellow Basket.” Lillian was born in Palatine to Charles Fulton Shiley and Lidia Mary Decker...

Dec 17, 2014

Frank H. Fruhauff Jr., 89, of Tomah, WI formerly of Fox River Grove passed away peacefully at home on December 17th, 2014. He was born on December 25, 1924 in Chicago, to the late Frank and Mary (nee Pitter) Fruhauff. He attended Crane Tech HS and joined the ROTC while working at his family’s butcher shop. He graduated in...

Dec 16, 2014

Dec 16, 2014

Edward James Kain, 91, of Huntley, formerly of Crystal Lake, passed away Tuesday, December 16, 2014, at his home. He was born October 2, 1923, in Oak Park to the late Edward and Ella (nee Quinn) Kain. Mr. Kain married the late Marjorie Morris on May 4, 1946, in Coral Gables, FL. Mr. Kain lived in Crystal Lake for many...

Dec 16, 2014

Father Marx A. Jones, 88, of Crystal Lake, entered into eternal life on December 16, 2014 surrounded by his loving family at the Fountains of Crystal Lake. He was born on July 29, 1926 to Nathan and Blanche Jones in Abilene, Kansas. Marx left high school to serve his country with the US Navy during World War II in the...

Dec 15, 2014

Ronald P. Meyer, 59, of Barrington passed away in his loving wife’s arms on December 15, 2014. He was born February 16, 1955 in Chicago to Paul and Doris (nee Nelson) Meyer. Ron graduated from the University of Wisconsin and received his Master’s from Northwestern University. His career with Nielsen Media Research spanned 23 years where he last held the...

Dec 15, 2014

Ruth Merriman, 92, of Wauconda, IL passed away Monday, December 15, 2014 in Arlington Heights, IL. She was born May 11, 1922 in Chicago to William and Elizabeth (Sheparski) Schloen. On February 14, 1942 she married William Frederick Merriman. Ruth graduated from Lucy Flower Technical High School in Chicago. She met her loving husband Fred while they both worked...

Dec 14, 2014

Christine Mouhelis, 78, of Crystal Lake, passed away Sunday December 14th surrounded by her family. She was a beloved wife to Gus; devoted mother to Melissa and Michelle; cherished sister to Athene (Bob) and Betty (Leo); dear sister-in-law to Peter (Alexandra) and Nick; loving aunt to Stephanie, Pete (Val), Andy (Barb), Pete (Donna), Jimmy (Jackie), Effie (Lennie), Vivian (Gino); great...

Dec 13, 2014

Sheila Susan Lenaghan, 44, of Geneva, died December 13, 2014. Born July 1, 1970 to Kourush and Mary (nee Assadi) Diba; wife of Daniel Lenaghan; mother of Joseph Leo, Emily Jane, and Owen Daniel; and sister of Louise (Michael)Fox. Memorial service will be held at 10:30am, Saturday, January 10, 2015 at St. Peter Church, 1891 Kaneville Road, Geneva, IL, 60134....

Dec 11, 2014

Services for John will be held privately.

Dec 10, 2014

Deanna K. Zellmann (nee Miller), 75, of Crystal Lake was born September 12, 1939 in Upper Glade, WV, and passed away peacefully Wednesday, December 10, at her home in Crystal Lake, surrounded by her loving family. Deanna was a proud member of the Red Hat Society and a founding member of the “Sassy Sisters”. She served on the District 47...