Local Barrington, Crystal Lake, and Lake Zurich, IL Obituaries
Ravinder "Bholla" Kaur Battu
Sep 11, 2025
Ravinder Kaur Battu, 74, of Vernon Hills, passed away peacefully at home on September 11, 2025. She was born on May 27, 1951 in Taunggyi, Burma to the late Sardar Sohan Singh and Sardarni Gian Kaur.
Bholla married her beloved husband, Bhagwan, in Toronto, Canada, on May 28, 1978. Together, they built a life full of love, laughter, and adventure....
Nancy Claire Johnson
Sep 10, 2025
Nancy C. Ekstrom Aston Johnson, whose life was rooted in service, family, and community, passed away peacefully on September 10th in Crystal Lake at the age of 94.
Born in Chicago to Walter and Astrid (Danielson) Ekstrom, Nancy moved with her family to Crystal Lake in 1943. She entered the eighth grade that year and later graduated from Crystal Lake High...
David J. Drohan
Sep 10, 2025
David John Drohan
May 13, 1965 – September 10, 2025
David John Drohan, 60, of Barrington, Illinois and Oro Valley, Arizona, passed away on September 10, 2025.
Dave is survived by his beloved wife, Maria Odenkirk; his parents, David and Denise Drohan; his sister and brother-in-law, Ellen and Christopher Wagner; and his nephews, Christopher and John Wagner. He is also survived by his...
Patrick O'Berry
Sep 10, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Patrick Brian O’Berry, beloved husband, father, son, brother, and friend, who left this world on September 10, 2025, at the age of 62.
Born on February 18, 1963, in Grand Rapids, MI, Patrick lived a life filled with love, humor, kindness, and integrity. For 32 wonderful years, he shared his...
Arturo G. Fernandez
Sep 8, 2025
Arturo G. Fernandez, 80, of Lake Zurich, passed away peacefully at home on September 8, 2025. He was born on January 15, 1945 in Guatemala to the late Guillermina and Mariano Fernandez.
He loved his wife and children deeply, and he cared for his nieces, nephews, and extended family just as much. His home was always filled with warmth, laughter, and...
Lila Jane Cantwell
Sep 7, 2025
It is with grateful, full and heavy hearts we share the peaceful passing of Lila Cantwell on Sunday, September 7th. Lila was the dearly beloved wife of the late Terry, mother to Scott (Sheila) and Beth (Peter), Mamaw to grandson William, and sister to Earl Jay Hayes (Beverly).
Lila was born to Esther and Earl Hayes, Sr. on May 6th, 1936...
Lily Mardones
Sep 7, 2025
Lily Mardones, age 86, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 7, 2025.
She was born March 29, 1939 in Chile, the daughter of the late Luis and Aurora (nee Rivero) Alvarez.
Lily is survived by her children, Edith (Nilo) deCastro and Marcio (Beth) Mardones; and her grandchildren, Alexandra deCastro and Jake Mardones.
A visitation will be held Saturday, September 20, from 9:30 a.m....
Kedar Sukhatme
2025
Kedar Uday Sukhatme, 53 passed away unexpectedly but peacefully on Saturday, September 6, 2025. He was born on November 21, 1971 in Seattle, WA. The son of Uday and Medha (née Agashe) Sukhatme.
Kedar was a distinguished public interest lawyer. He dedicated his career to helping those who were less fortunate and impacted the lives of countless Illinoisans. As managing partner...
Robert Frank Heinke
Sep 5, 2025
Robert F. Heinke, of Crystal Lake, passed away surrounded by his beloved family on Friday, September 5, 2025 at the age of 86 after courageously battling Parkison's for five years.
He was born February 15, 1939 in Chicago, the son of the late Walter and Elenore (née Stifter) Heinke. After serving in the military, he married the love of his life,...
John H. Loretan
Sep 5, 2025
John H. Loretan, of Woodstock, IL, passed away September 5, 2025 at the age of 90.
He was born October 25, 1934 in Athol, MA, the son of the late Hubert and Lydia (nee Dubovik) Loretan.
John worked as a mechanical engineer in the valve industry. Additionally, he was a proud veteran of the U.S. Army. He enjoyed flying, and participating with...
Ronald "Ron" W. Johnson
Sep 5, 2025
Ronald “Ron” Johnson, 76, of Lake Zurich, passed away on September, 5, 2025. He was born on March 1, 1949, in Chicago to the late William and Mary Jane Johnson. He worked for the U.S. Postal Service for nearly 40 years, retiring as a supervisor from the Highland Park Post Office.
A true Chicago sports fan, Ron loved his White Sox...
Wil Nagel
Sep 4, 2025
Wil Nagel, 60, of Addison, passed away peacefully on September 4, 2025. He was born on January 16, 1965 in Evanston, IL to Gerald and Claramay Nagel.
Wil will be deeply missed by his partner, Megan; his daughter, Gemma; his siblings: Debara Preston, Donna Head (John Mays) and Jerry Nagel (Suzanne Nagel); his nephews and nieces: Ben Head (Christina Granfield), Katie...
Timothy S. Molloy
Sep 3, 2025
Timothy Shawn Molloy, of McHenry, passed away surrounded by his loving family on Wednesday, September 3, 2025 at the age of 66.
He was born June 10, 1959 in Elgin, the son of the late Robert and Ursula (nee Monette) Molloy.
Tim was a proud veteran of the United States Marines Corps, where he was a Cobra Helicopter Mechanic. After leaving the...
David Arthur Sears
Sep 2, 2025
David “Dave” Arthur Sears, 56, of Beach Park, Illinois, passed away on September 2, 2025. Dave was born in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, to Lawrence William “Jerry” Sears and Melba Sue (Bowen) Sears.
He owned and operated an overhead garage door company for many years. His business was well known for quality work and prompt service. Dave was also an avid race car...
Beatrice McCann Duffy
2025
Beatrice McCann Duffy, 98, of Barrington Hills. Illinois. died peacefully at home on September 2, 2025. She is survived by her eight children, grandchildren, and great grandchild. She was predeceased by her husband T. Dennis Duffy. Beatrice was raised on a farm in Cando, North Dakota, where she milked 11 cows each morning before attending school. She loved poetry and...
Jeffrey I. Lieber
Sep 1, 2025
Jeffrey I. Lieber, of McHenry, passed away surrounded by family on September 1, 2025.
Jeff was born and raised in Brooklyn, New York. He received his Bachelor of Science from the New York Institute of Technology in New York City, then moved to Chicago, where he earned his Master of Arts at Columbia College.
Jeff spent his career in communications, working as...
Cynthia J. (McLean) Kimball
Aug 31, 2025
Cynthia J. (McLean) Kimball, 71, of Crystal Lake, passed away on August 31, 2025.
She was born on August 24, 1954, in Elgin to Hugh and Elizabeth (Bainbridge) McLean and grew up in Crystal Lake. Cynthia graduated from Crystal Lake Community High School and later attended McHenry County College. She worked for many years at JP Morgan Chase.
Cynthia met John Kimball...
Edward J. Kaczmarek Jr.
Aug 31, 2025
Edward J. Kaczmarek Jr., 70 years of age and resident of Gilberts, Illinois, passed away peacefully at his residence with his loving wife by his side on Sunday, August 31, 2025.
He was born on August 28, 1955, in Chicago, Illinois, to Edward and Mary (Dumovich) Kaczmarek.
Edward attended Prosser High school and went on to become a Master Automotive Mechanic for...
Gary E. Langos Sr.
Aug 30, 2025
After 84 years on this earth Gary Sr conducted his last demolition job and broke through the gates of heaven. Gary was a demolition expert and the owner of Langos Corp. Prior to his industrious demolition career he raced cars and chased his first wife Patricia with whom he had four children, Gary Jr (Julie), Steven (Lily), Rick (Melanie), and...
Lillian J. "Lolly" Buckingham
Aug 29, 2025
Lillian Joan “Lolly” Buckingham, 91 years of age and resident of Barrington, Illinois, passed away peacefully on August 29, 2025, with her two children by her side.
She was born on March 17, 1934, in Chicago, Illinois, to the late Arthur and Lillian (Burke) Moreau. In addition to Chicago, the family lived in Dallas, Texas, and Appleton, Wisconsin. She was united...
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