Local Barrington, Crystal Lake, and Lake Zurich, IL Obituaries
Naomi Jacobson Stark
Jul 23, 2025
Naomi Jacobson Stark, age 80, passed away peacefully surrounded by love.
Born in Willmar, Minnesota, Naomi was the beloved daughter of Bertle Leroy Jacobson and Edythe Olive (Marine) Jacobson. She was married to Henry Allan Stark for 50 years until his passing in 2022. Together, they built a life grounded in love, partnership, and shared joy.
Early in her career, Naomi worked...
Eugene F. Furey
Jul 23, 2025
Eugene F. Furey, of Lakewood, IL, passed away peacefully on July 23, 2025 at the age of 84.
Born in Jersey City, NJ, Gene attended Sacred Heart grade school in Newark, NJ, and Seton Hall Preparatory School in West Orange, NJ, graduating in 1958. Following graduation, Gene served in the United States Air Force, Strategic Air Command from 1960-1964, and was...
Marguerite Tobin Morris
Jul 22, 2025
Marguerite “Peggy” Tobin Morris, 95 of Lake Barrington, passed away peacefully at home on July 22, 2025. She was born in Chicago, Illinois to Kenneth “Mike” and Marguerite (nee Lyons) Tobin.
Peggy grew up in the Beverly neighborhood of Chicago in the home her father built in 1930 as a birthday present to her, and also in Florida; first in Ft....
Daniel L. Strohl
Jul 22, 2025
The funeral service/ memorial service for Dan Strohl, 61, will be held from 4pm-8pm (Service will begin at 7p.m.) on Monday July 28, 2025.
He was born on February 5th, 1964 and grew up in Terre Haute, IN. He passed away suddenly at home in Vernon Hills, IL on July 22, 2025.
Dan worked for Machined Products as a production's supervisor for...
Carly Elizabeth Waters
Jul 21, 2025
Carly Elizabeth Waters, 27 years of age and resident of Crystal Lake, Illinois, passed away on July 21, 2025.
Full obituary is currently pending.
A visitation will be held from 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. on Friday, August 1st, 2025, at Davenport Family Funeral Home, 419 East Terra Cotta Ave. (Rt. 176), Crystal Lake, IL 60014, followed by a graveside service at...
Grace E. Turjanski
Jul 20, 2025
In Loving Memory of Grace Turjanski
Bold. Beautiful. Unforgettable.
March 26, 1956 – July 20, 2025
With heavy hearts and deep gratitude for her remarkable life, we announce the passing of our beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, Grace Turjanski, on July 20, 2025. A radiant soul who left an indelible mark on everyone she met, Grace was known for her beauty, strength, and...
Mark Daniel Price
Jul 20, 2025
Mark Daniel Price (61) of Crystal Lake, IL passed away at home surrounded by the love of his family. Mark was born in Billings, Montana on 8/7/63 to Craig & Anita (Ahlquist) Price of Sidney Montana. He grew up in Sidney, Montana, which he always considered his “Home Town”, playing and excelling at several different sports, including baseball, golf, football,...
James R. Reed
Jul 17, 2025
James Richard Reed, our beloved father, passed away on Thursday, July 17, 2025, at his home in Woodstock, IL with his children at his side. Born April 22, 1936, in Summerfield, Ohio. Jim spoke fondly of the country and farm life that surrounded him as a child. Jim was the son of Ralph and Hilda Reed. The family moved to...
Grace L. Davidson
Jul 17, 2025
Grace L. Davidson, 94 of Crystal Lake, passed away peacefully on Jul. 17, 2025. She was born on Nov. 21,1930 in Swan Creek, Ohio to Elmer and Loretta (nee Fleitz) Puehler.
Grace married the love of her life, Thomas, in August 1954 and shared 67 years of marriage before he passed in 2022. Together they raised three beautiful children. Along with...
Mudbidri Kishore Rao
Jul 17, 2025
Mudbidri Kishore Rao, age 83, of Hawthorn Woods, IL passed away peacefully on Thursday July 17, 2025.
Mudbidri Kishore Rao was born in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India on September 26, 1941. He was a brilliant pharmaceutical chemist who graduated with his Masters Degree in Chemistry from the prestigious UDCT in Mumbai. His contribution in the formulation of the drugs that prevented and...
Irene M. Napier
Jul 17, 2025
Irene Mary Napier, a radiant soul whose century-long life was a testament to faith, courage, and boundless vitality, passed away peacefully on July 17, 2025, just shy of her 100th birthday.
Born on August 27, 1925, in Chatfield, Minnesota, Irene was the second child of Leo Tuohy and Ida Elizabeth (née Spieker) Tuohy. Her early years were marked by profound loss...
Paul Henry Haisch
Jul 16, 2025
Paul Henry Haisch, 77 years of age and resident of Algonquin, Illinois, passed away at his residence on July 16, 2025.
Paul was born on April 3, 1948, to the late Paul Frank and Beverly Jane Spencer. On March 8, 1969, he was united in marriage to Catherine Petty.
He is survived by his loving wife, Catherine; children Jennifer (Tony) Sposato of...
John C. Grafft
Jul 16, 2025
John Charles Grafft, 82, of Deer Park, passed away peacefully on July 16, 2025. He was born on August 19, 1942, in Chicago to the late Bernard and Marie Grafft.
John grew up in Wilmette and Evanston, Illinois. He made a home in West Rogers Park in Chicago with his wife Bonnie and daughters, Mary Beth and Christine. With several places...
Anita Lilly Riehman
Jul 16, 2025
Anita Lilly Riehman, 87, of Barrington, passed away peacefully on July 16, 2025. She was born on September 29, 1937, in Chicago, Illinois, to the late Carl and Lilly Vorholzer.
While attending Steinmetz High School, Anita met her future husband, Roger. Their teenage romance turned into a lifelong bond, and they were married on May 18, 1957 in Chicago. Together, they...
Terri Jean McGrath
Jul 15, 2025
Terri Jean McGrath, age 65, of Cary, IL passed away peacefully with family by her side on July 15, 2025.
Terri was born in Chicago, IL on February 7, 1960. Terri was a sweet and caring women who loved her family, the Chicago Blackhawks, and crafting and watching football – not necessarily in that order. You could often find her surrounded...
Maureen "Moe" Lynn Zurek
Jul 14, 2025
Maureen L. Zurek was born on November 25, 1966 in Chicago to Robert McDonald and Nina Pilon. She passed peacefully on Monday, July 14 th surrounded by the love of her family and friends, after a courageous four-year battle with Glioblastoma Brain Cancer.
Maureen grew up in Crystal Lake and graduated from Crystal Lake South High School. She was a devoted wife to Larry...
Jeffrey "Butch" H. Carnes
Jul 13, 2025
Jeffrey “Butch” Carnes, age 57, of Crystal Lake, IL passed away unexpectedly on July 13, 2025.
Jeffrey was born in Toledo, Ohio on May 28, 1968.
Butch, as he was affectionately known, was a dedicated husband, father, son, and friend. His dedication to his boys was unrivaled. From bike parades with Ben to sharing a passion for hockey with Charlie, Butch could...
Bruce Ian Renich
Jul 11, 2025
Loving husband, father, and missionary Bruce Ian Renich, 78, went to be with Jesus on July 11, 2025, after caring for his wife with her illness for several years and then courageously battling his own illness for over two years. Born in Toronto, Canada on April 9, 1947, to Edward and Hazel (nee Borth) Renich, he spent his youth throughout...
Joel Wayne Benson
Jul 11, 2025
Joel Wayne Benson, 76, of Crystal Lake, Illinois formerly of Lincolnshire, Illinois, passed away Friday, July 11, 2025, in the comfort of his home.
Joel was born April 10, 1949 to Kenneth and Elaine Benson in Oak Harbor, Washington. Joel is survived by his son, Zachary K. (Allison) Benson; granddaughters, Julia Denise and Ainsley Paige Benson; sister, Gwen (Ralph S.) Benson...
Theodore V. Anspaugh
Jul 11, 2025
.Theodore “Ted” Anspaugh, 1936–2025
Theodore “Ted” Anspaugh, a beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, friend, and “One Good Guy,” passed away peacefully this week at the age of 88. A proud Yooper born in 1936, Ted had a big heart and a warmth that drew people to him wherever he went.
He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Carol, and is survived...


