Apr 15, 2025

Charles S. Rodstrom, of Fox River Grove, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at the age of 95.

He was born December 3, 1929 in Chicago, the son of the late Einar and Pauline Rodstrom.

Charles enjoyed spending time fishing, watching his beloved Chicago Cubs, as well as collecting and dealing antiques. A very proud...

Apr 15, 2025

Patricia Jean Bauler nee Durbin, 83, born in Chicago on September 11, 1940. Passed away on April 15, 2025 at her home in Crystal Lake.

Patricia was a woman of faith, whose gentle spirit and nurturing heart touched all who knew her. She found great joy in the beauty of nature and had a special love for flowers, which reflected her...

Apr 15, 2025

Laura Ruth Engelen 66 years old of Fitchburg, WI passed away unexpectedly on April 15th at her home. She was born in Rockford, IL on October 19, 1958, the daughter of the late Eugene and Lorraine (née Halsne) Engelen. Laura grew up in Park Ridge and graduated from Maine South in 1976. She attended Oakton Community College. 

She is survived by...

Apr 14, 2025

Richard Wallace Thoms was born in Elgin, Illinois and raised in West Dundee by his parents Marie (Henning) and Alroy Thoms. He was one of four boys. He married Jeannine (Aumond) on September 26, 1964. Their marriage was a symbol of what can occur when a couple truly respects and loves each other. Stats show that only 2% of marriages...

Apr 13, 2025

Andrew Coleman, 30, a beloved son, brother, and friend, passed away on April 13, 2025. A proud resident of Chicago, Illinois, Andrew’s energy, warmth, and humor left a lasting impression on everyone he met.

He is survived by his parents, Thomas and Sandra (Monsivais) Coleman; his brother, Noah Coleman and nephew Oliver; and his sister, Rachel Coleman. He also leaves behind...

Apr 13, 2025

Alice Billman, 88, of Barrington, passed away peacefully on April 13th, leaving behind a legacy of love, learning, and service.

Alice was born and raised in Olney, Illinois, one of ten children in a close-knit family. She is survived by three cherished sisters and was preceded in death by four brothers and two sisters. Alice completed her Bachelor of Science in...

Apr 13, 2025

Charles (“Chuck”) Edward Hessling, age 74, of Lakewood, IL passed on April 13, 2025.

Born in Milwaukee on February 3, 1951, Chuck lived a full, loving and accomplished life, as husband of Vicky (Egdorf) and father to Michael and Michelle (Loose).

Chuck had a fulfilling career, serving in various roles for the Montgomery County (MD) Department of Correction and Rehabilitation for over...

Apr 11, 2025

Apr 10, 2025

Kenneth “Ken” Kalck, 83, of Woodstock, passed away Thursday night, April 10, 2025. He married Barbara Betke 61 years ago, and together they raised two daughters. 

Ken's family has owned and operated Kalck’s Butcher Shop in downtown Crystal Lake for over 50 years. He enjoyed working side by side with his family and was always ready to chat with customers who...

Apr 8, 2025

Visitation for Mark will be held from 1pm until the memorial service at 2:30pm Saturday April 12 at Davenport Family Funeral Home, 941 S. Old Rand Road, Lake Zurich, IL 60047

Apr 8, 2025

Pushpa P. Patel, age 89, of Round Lake, IL passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday April 8, 2025, with her loving family by her side.

Pushpa was born in Sojitra, India on August 1, 1935. She was a very loving wife, mother, grandmother, and aunt to our large Patel family. She retired as a college librarian and left a very...

Apr 5, 2025

  Reana L. Reher (nee Rehberg), age 70, entered into God’s Kingdom peacefully on April 5, 2025. She was born on June 17, 1954, to Lavern and Alice (Jurs) Rehberg.

  Reana went to Hough Street School, Roselyn Road Elementary School, Barrington Middle School and graduated in 1972 from Barrington Consolidated High School. After graduating high school, she attended the American...

Apr 5, 2025

Robert “Bob” Bond Griffin, Jr., 94, of Barrington and Deer Park, passed away peacefully on April 5, 2025. He was born on January 24, 1931 in Miami, Florida to the late Robert Sr. and Rita Brill Griffin.

Bob graduated from Florida State University where he was editor of the Florida Flambeau school newspaper. Upon graduation, Bob served as a Lieutenant in...

Apr 5, 2025

Eileene La Valle was born July 22, 1928 in Chicago to James and Mary (nee Cole) Mangan.She fell asleep in death on April 5, 2025 at the age of 96.

She is survived by her sons, Armand (Janeane) La Valle, Alan (Deborah) La Valle, Arthur (Lisa) La Valle and her daughter Eileen (Robert) Johnson; her grandchildren Alan Jr., Justin and Melissa...

Apr 4, 2025

Pauline Flood passed away peacefully April 4, 2025 in Lake in the Hills. She was born April 30, 1936 in England to Percy and Sarah Ashman. She was preceded in death by her first husband Elwood Pohlman, and her second husband Malcolm Flood.

Pauline is survived by her children, Deborah (Michael) Fruhauff, and Cameron Lee Pohlman; grandchildren, Bradly, Steven (Laura), Jonathan...

Apr 3, 2025

Sister Florine Licavoli was born on November 29, 1942, to Salvatore and Mary (De Mercurio) Licavoli in Detroit, Michigan. She graduated from St. Ambrose High School and entered the Daughters of St. Mary of Providence on October 7, 1960, making her First Profession of Vows on August 22, 1963.

Sister Florine obtained an Associate of Arts Degree in Child Care from...

Apr 2, 2025

 Vivian Mary Brotko (Bialy), beloved Wife, Mom and Grandma passed away on the morning of April 2, 2025 at the age of 77. Exactly one day after her 58th wedding anniversary to Matthew R Brotko who she married on April 1, 1967. She was born July 31, 1947 in a German “displaced persons” camp at the end of WWII to...

Apr 1, 2025

Allen J. Dehnert, age 82, of Lake Barrington, IL passed away peacefully on April 1, 2025, with his loving family by his side.

Allen was born in Harvey, IL on March 28, 1943. He was a mentor to many incoming salesmen and is remembered for his great sense of humor. He will be dearly missed by all who knew him.

Allen is...

Apr 1, 2025

Denis Philip Taillon, age 93, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 1, 2025. 

Denis was born in Chicago, Illinois, on March 10, 1932. He graduated from Leo Catholic High School in 1949 and completed a Bachelor of Science degree in Food Engineering at Illinois Institute of Technology in 1954. Drafted into the United States Army, he served from 1954 to 1958...

Mar 31, 2025

  Hans Juergen Wolter, age 79, of Wheeling, IL passed away peacefully into the loving arms of Christ on March 31, 2025.

  Hans was born in Bleichenbach, Germany on June 7, 1945. He was a Groundskeeper / Janitor for River Trails Grade School in Mt. Prospect for many years before retiring in 2014. Although he was a quiet man by...