Dr. James O'Donnell, Sr

Apr 13, 2013

Dr. James “Jim” O’Donnell of Woodstock, Illinois, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, April 13, 2013, at the age of 73. He was born in Monroe, Wisconsin, on May 29, 1939. He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Linda Peters O'Donnell of Woodstock, Illinois; daughter, Deborah O'Donnell Willyard of Marietta, GA; son, James M. O'Donnell,...

Kenneth Stavnem

Apr 13, 2013

Kenneth R. Stavnem, 75, of Crystal Lake, passed away Saturday, April 13, 2013, peacefully at home with his wife at his side. He was born December 20, 1937, in Chicago, to the late Sivert and Frances (nee Crepinsek). He married Cynthia Geffers-Sparks on August 3, 1985. In addition to his beloved wife Cynthia, he is survived by his son, Shaun...

Nicholas Wardrip

Apr 12, 2013

Nicholas “Nick” James Wardrip, (16), of Barrington, passed away suddenly, April 12, 2013. He was born January 5, 1997 in Barrington to Russell and Camille Wardrip. Nicholas was a sophomore honor student at Barrington High School. He was a Life Boy Scout with Troop 21 of Barrington, where he was working towards his Eagle Scout award. He enjoyed playing his...

Katherine Edstrom Ph. D

Apr 10, 2013

Katherine Elise Edstrom, Ph.D., 72, of Chicago, died, April 10, 2013, in Barrington. She was born on September 19, 1940, to Willi and Katharina Titel, in Amsterdam, Holland. Katherine completed her training in Clinical Psychology at Northwestern University. She was a member of the medical staff of Northwestern Memorial Hospital for many years. Katherine was also a member of the...

Michel Agee

Apr 9, 2013

Michael Leath Agee, 51, of Cary, died suddenly Tuesday, April 9, 2013, from natural causes. Beloved and devoted husband of Carolyn (nee Maslanka); proud and loving father of Matthew (5), Maris (4), and Josef (12 weeks); dear son of the late Duval and Anne (nee Barnard); brother of Doug and Linda; son-in-law of Robert and Joyce; brother-in-law of Deborah (Tracy...

Doris Kren

Apr 7, 2013

Doris N. Kren (nee Baumruck) 89, of Arlington Heights, formerly of Brookfield, passed away surrounded by her loving family on April 7, 2013. Doris is survived by her two daughters, Sandy (Jack) Margeson, and Kathy (Bob) Carney; grandchildren, Raechel (Mark) Sowa, Sarah (Dan) Kurth, Jacquelynn (Jim) Miller, Andrew (Carol) Margeson, and Jami Carney; great-grandchildren, Matthew, Alexandra, Katharine, Daniel, Jack, Lilliana,...

Lori Ruzbasan

Apr 7, 2013

Biography Lori Geralyn Ruzbasan, 49 of Crystal Lake was born May 13, 1963 in Evanston, Illinois, and passed away peacefully Sunday, April 7, 2013, Divine Mercy Sunday, surrounded by her loving family. Lori's love for children and her strong faith drew her to her chosen profession as a grade school teacher in a catholic school. Lori enriched and inspired the...

Pearl Penoyer

Apr 5, 2013

Pearl Marie Penoyer, longtime resident of Crystal Lake, passed away Friday, April 5, 2013 in Germantown, Tennessee. For nearly 30 years, Pearl worked for School District 47. Pearl held the title of district manager for school cafeterias. She was well known for being “grandma” to all the school children. Pearl will be remembered as a wonderfully upbeat woman with her...

Walter Dorzweiler

Apr 4, 2013

Walter T. Dorzweiler, 85, of Barrington passed away peacefully on April 4, 2013. He was born May 17, 1927 in Menasha, Wisconsin to Alois and Rose (nee Walters) Dorzweiler. On October 17, 1954 he married Doris Williams. Walter was honorably discharged from the Army as a 2nd Lieutenant after 3 years of service. After spending 4 years at the University...

William Kircher

Apr 3, 2013

KIRCHER WILLIAM R. Age 82, of Barrington, IL, formerly of Pittsburgh, on Wednesday, April 3, 2013. Beloved husband of Heather Elliott; loving father of Kelly (Robert) Yarosz, Cindy Kircher, James (Terri) Ekin, and David Ekin; grandfather of Kristen (Benjamin) Gottlieb, Bethany (Robert) Fendy and Hunter Ekin; brother of June Boyd. Visitation at the THOMAS M. SMITH FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY...

Robert Taylor

Apr 3, 2013

Robert Lee Taylor, 69 died Wednesday afternoon at Good Shepherd Hospital in Barrington, IL. He was born July 1, 1943 in Garrett to the late Roscoe and Olga (Reinoehl) Taylor. Surviving are a brother Dennis (Sue) Taylor; two sisters, Deanna (Gary) Wehr and Nancy (Gary) Moore and many nieces and nephews. His partner of over 30 years, Jim Kinnucan, preceded...

Leona Gaspar

Apr 3, 2013

Leona Agnes Gaspar, 70 of Barrington Hills Born October 22, 1942 in Chicago to Leonard and Caroline Bloniarz, passed away peacefully April 3, 2013 in Winfield. Leona volunteered at Catchpenny in Barrington for over 20 years. Leona is survived by her children Ricky (Julie) Braet, Melissa (Ken) Woltz Jr., and Maurice Braet, grandchildren; Kenny III, Kiki, and Carter Woltz,...

Dolores Lessmann

Apr 2, 2013

Dolores B. Lessmann, 89, was born March 2, 1924 in Chicago, Illinois and passed away peacefully Tuesday, April 2, 2013 at Autumn Leaves in Crystal Lake. Dolores worked from the late 1960’s until the mid 1970’s as a traveling representative for Estee Lauder where she developed a keen sense of style and grace. She was a member of the Barrington...

Shirley Anderson

Apr 1, 2013

Shirley M. Anderson, 81, of Barrington, formerly of Palatine, passed away April 1, 2013. She was born in Chicago on May 6, 1931 to Iner and Lillian Anderson. Shirley will be remembered as a loving mother and dedicated grandmother and great-grandmother. Shirley is survived by her brother, John Anderson; children, Vernon (Betty) Anderson, Terry (Mark) Lessert, Keith (Susan) Anderson, Mel...

Paul Staszak

Mar 31, 2013

Arrangements for Mr. Staszak were private.

William "Bo" Leahey, Jr

Mar 28, 2013

William "Bo" Leahey Jr., 69, of Crystal Lake passed away at his home unexpectedly on Thursday, March 28, 2013. Bo was the beloved husband and best friend of Cleta (nee Wind) Leahey for 44 years and the loving father of Tracey Dayton and Kevin. Described as a man who "was never without friends and a person who enjoyed the company...

Edward DeWitz

Mar 28, 2013

Edward Freidrich DeWitz, 91, of Barrington, passed away, March 28, 2013, at home. He was born on November 21, 1921, to Paul Freidrich and Elizabeth DeWitz in Elgin. Ed is survived by his sister, Fran Periman; brother, Roy (Barbara) DeWitz; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, and brothers, Harold DeWitz, Paul DeWitz, and...

Jenice Ewert

Mar 27, 2013

Jenice Ruth Ewert, 56, of Grayslake, passed away, March 27, 2013, in Libertyville. She was born on May 16, 1956, to John and Ruth Ewert in Chicago. Her love, laugh and her joy will be remembered forever. Jenice is survived by her daughters, Natalie Fornelli and Ashley Fornelli; father, John Ewert; sisters, Karen Rose and Robyn (Jeff) Johnson; nephew, Michael...

Robert Ottoson

Mar 26, 2013

Beloved son of the late Roy and Blanche (nee Suchy) Ottoson, brother of Jackie Wilke, cousin of Rebecca Ottoson, Mary Ottoson, and John Suchy, and cherished friend to many fellow residents and staff of Lambs Farm, Libertyville, where he enjoyed an active and happy life since 1982. Bob was an avid Green Bay Packers fan. Visitation will be 10am...

Lois Edgar

Mar 24, 2013

Biography

Arrangements for Mrs. Edgar are private.