Local Barrington, Crystal Lake, and Lake Zurich, IL Obituaries

Elaine M. Wendtland

Elaine M. Wendtland

Feb 10, 2025

Elaine was born in Chicago, Illinois to Edward and Lena Dantler nee Kiefer. She was the last member of her family of origin still living.

She was married to Edwin Wendtland for over 65 years. They had three children Neil (Sheryl), Laura Semmen (Gil), and Kurt Wendtland (Donna). Elaine was the proud grandmother to six grandchildren, Diana Wendtland, Nicole Schomer, Matthew...

Erik Bayer

Erik Bayer

Feb 10, 2025

Erik Wilhem Bayer (78) left this life on February 10, 2025. He was a loving husband, father, brother, grandfather, and friend. He lived life to the fullest, facing each day with joy and positivity, not letting any health challenges slow him down. Erik was born in Elgin, IL to Hugo and Dagny Bayer of Algonquin. 

He served his country for two...

Alfred Dembinski

Alfred Dembinski

Feb 9, 2025

Alfred A. Dembinski, 82, of Crystal Lake, passed away peacefully on February 9, 2025.

Alfred was born on January 11, 1943, in Chicago to Aloysius and Theresa (Boike) Dembinski. He grew up in the city and graduated from Lane Tech High School before spending over 20 years working for Braniff Airlines, followed by another 20 years at Hertz Car Rental.

Alfred was...

Maria Banuelos

Maria Banuelos

Feb 9, 2025

En Sagrada Memoria de María Bañuelos Carranza (1940-2025)

Con profundo pesar, anunciamos el fallecimiento de nuestra querida María Bañuelos Carranza, quien partió de este mundo el 9 de febrero de 2025, a la edad de 84 años. María fue una amada madre, esposa, hermana, hija, tía, cuñada y amiga, cuya bondad, fortaleza y amor dejaron una huella imborrable en todos los...

Shirley Fuhrmark

Shirley Fuhrmark

Feb 9, 2025

Shirley Fuhrmark, 83, of Surprise, AZ, passed away peacefully on February 9, 2025. She was born on March 11, 1941, in Chicago, Illinois, to the late Howard and Ida Schalk.

Shirley grew up in Chicago and was a proud 1959 graduate of Thomas Kelly College Preparatory High School. Shortly after graduation, she married Thomas Tilly; they were married for a number...

Terry Elmer Kinnamon

Terry Elmer Kinnamon

Feb 9, 2025

Terry E. Kinnamon, 80 of Eatonton, Georgia, passed away at home, surrounded by loved ones. A man of incredible strength, he defied the odds and survived for almost 3 years after being diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. 

Terry was born in Chicago, Illinois on October 9, 1944 to Mae (nee Zingsheim) and Elmer Kinnamon. He graduated in 1967 from the University of...

Kimberly Dunham

Kimberly Dunham

Feb 9, 2025

Kimberly E. Dunham, of Algonquin, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 9, 2025, after battling cancer. 

She was born May 30, 1962 in Chicago, the daughter of the late Gerald Allen and Gloria Marie (nee Kaspar) Dunham. 

Kim is survived by her brother, Keith (the late Donna) Dunham; sister-in-law, Cindy Dunham; nieces, Kelsey (Billy) Donahue and Tessa (Leo Johnson) Dunham; and her...

Martha Mae Leopold

Martha Mae Leopold

Feb 9, 2025

It is with heavy hearts and much love that we announce the passing of our beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Martha Mae (Liggett-Kirsch) Leopold, who passed away at her home on Sunday, February 9, 2025 at the age of 77.

Martha was born on April 25, 1947 to Virginia (Paul) Hill in Danville, IL. As she grew up, she found...

Daniel Robert Hunn

Daniel Robert Hunn

Feb 8, 2025

Daniel Robert Hunn, 55, of Crystal Lake, IL, gently left this world and was lifted into the arms of Jesus on February 8, 2025. 

Dan was preceded in death by his dear father, Clifford E. Hunn, Jr., and loving grandparents. He is held forever in the hearts of his mother, Diane (Zak) Hunn; his siblings, Caite Hunn, Debbie Elliott (Larry), and...

Norman F. Atkinson

Norman F. Atkinson

Feb 8, 2025

Norman F. Atkinson “Norm” (94) of Lake Barrington, Ill passed away peacefully on February 8, 2025. He was born on September 22, 1930 in Dayton, Ohio to Fred and Hazel (nee Ihrig) Atkinson who have preceded him in death. He is also preceded in death by his sister, Janet Viers. Norm is survived by his loving wife of 42 years,...

Rebecca Lee Gibson

Rebecca Lee Gibson

Feb 8, 2025

Rebecca (Becky) Lee Gibson (Thompson), 65, of Lake Zurich, Illinois, passed away on Saturday, February 8, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.

Becky was born on September 1, 1959 in Chicago, IL, the daughter of Bob and Thelma Thompson (Hansen). Becky graduated from Wheeling High School in 1976, then went on to study at Taylor University, earning a degree in Education....

Joan M. Stanke

Joan M. Stanke

Feb 7, 2025

Join us in celebrating the beautiful life of Joan Marie Stanke, as sister, wife, mother, and friend. Joan passed away peacefully on February 7, 2025, at age 88, in Hoffman Estates, surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Chicago to Joseph and Rosemarie Steggers.

Joan was a member of St. Anne Catholic Church in Barrington for the last 15...

Daniel M. Evasink

Daniel M. Evasink

Feb 5, 2025

Daniel Evasink, age 83, of Barrington passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, February 5, 2025.

Daniel was born in Chicago on February 27, 1941. Dan had a lifelong passion for the great outdoors. Whether he was hunting in the woods at sunrise, casting a line into a quiet lake, or simply enjoying the beauty of nature, he felt at peace...

William Bible

William Bible

Feb 4, 2025

William Ellsworth "Bill" Bible, 82, passed away on February 4, 2025, in Arlington Heights, Illinois. Born on August 13, 1942, in Oak Park, Illinois, he lived a life enriched by family, music, travel, and a deep appreciation for nature.

 Bill grew up in Oak Park and graduated from Oak Park River Forest High School before earning a Bachelor of Science degree...

Eric Renz

Eric Renz

Feb 3, 2025

Eric B. Renz passed away on February 3, 2025 in Rockledge, Florida. He was born in Chicago, Illinois on November 29, 1970.

For over 30 years he was a proud business owner and entrepreneur. He lived for most of his life in the Midwest before moving to Florida for his later years.

He is survived by his cherished daughter, Jordyn Renz; mother,...

Mary Kane

Mary Kane

Feb 3, 2025

Mary Margaret Kane (nee Lupton), 74, of Arlington Heights, passed away on February 3, 2025. She was born in Evanston, IL on March 2, 1950 to William and Margaret Lupton. 

Mary lived a life filled with love, offering kindness and smiles wherever she was. Mary was a wonderful person who worked at Northwest Community Hospital for over 30 years. She volunteered...

Thomas C. Krepel

Thomas C. Krepel

Feb 3, 2025

Thomas C. Krepel, 77, of Huntley, formerly of Crystal Lake, passed away on his 77th birthday, February 3, 2025. Born in Elgin on February 3, 1948, to George Henry and Julitta Anna (Bolanos) Krepel, Tom lived a life filled with love, laughter, and quiet strength.

Tom was a proud Marine Corps veteran, a man of few words, but a heart full...

George D. Reeder

George D. Reeder

Feb 2, 2025

George D. Reeder, age 80, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, February 2, 2025, with his loving family by his side. 

George was born on November 9, 1944, in Michigan City, IN. George spent the majority of his career at Fluor Corporation in Chicago, an engineering company, and then Great Lakes Credit Union in telecommunications. The Ancient Free and Accepted...

Ardelle Louise Scohy

Ardelle Louise Scohy

Feb 2, 2025

Ardelle Louise Scohy (née Hermanson), 83, of Island Lake, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 2, 2025, surrounded by family. Born on May 15, 1941, in Chicago, Ardelle lived a life filled with love, laughter, and unwavering optimism.

A proud graduate of Amundsen High School, Class of 1959, Ardelle was the heart of her family—a devoted wife, a wonderful mother, and...

Sue Hittle Emmerick

Sue Hittle Emmerick

Feb 2, 2025

Sue Hittle Emmerick, 89, of Lake Barrington, passed away peacefully on February 2, 2025. She was born in Hammond, IN to the late George and Vera Hittle. 

She grew up in Lansing, IL, where she attended Thornton Fractional Township High School. She graduated from Illinois State Normal University and later earned a Master’s Degree from the University of Illinois.

Sue was a...