Local Barrington, Crystal Lake, and Lake Zurich, IL Obituaries
Robert L. Baas, Jr.
Jul 8, 2026
Robert L. Baas, Jr., of Crystal Lake, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Wednesday, July 8, 2026 at the age of 76.
He was born September 10, 1949 in Waukesha, WI, the son of the late Robert Sr. and Lola (Bonack) Baas.
An avid outdoorsman, Rob enjoyed fishing and playing horseshoes. He also enjoyed a good cigar.
Rob was the...
Janet Amudzi-Gbewonyo
Jul 6, 2026
Janet Dedevi Adzo Gbewonyo (nee Amudzi), 66, of Atiavi and KƐdzi of the Volta Region, Republic of Ghana, passed away peacefully on July 6, 2026 surrounded by her loving husband, children and grandchildren.
Janet was born on August 24, 1959 in Akim Oda, Eastern Region of Ghana and grew up in Nima, Accra with her mother, siblings and cousins. In Accra,...
John A. Gigerich
Jul 6, 2026
John A. Gigerich, of Barrington, died peacefully on July 6, 2026.
He was born on August 9, 1965 in Indianapolis, Indiana, to John L. and Margaret Gigerich.
John studied Economics at St. Olaf College, in Northfield, Minnesota and after graduation moved to Barrington, Illinois, to begin his career in Information Technology. Over the course of his career he became a respected leader...
Magdalena Jaeggin
Jul 5, 2026
Magdalena Jaeggin ("Lynn" or "Leni"), 91, of Barrington, Illinois, passed away peacefully on July 5, 2026.
Magdalena was born on March 25, 1935, in Militec, then part of Yugoslavia (present-day Serbia), to Michael and Theresia (née Stilling) Steiger. She was a proud Donauschwaben (Danube Swabian). As a young girl, she endured the hardships of World War II and its aftermath, including...
James Michael Fulton
Jul 5, 2026
James Michael Fulton, 72, of Crystal Lake, passed away peacefully on July 5, 2026. He was born on May 13, 1954, in Chicago.
Jim grew up in Chicago and spent his career as a laborer with the Chicago Local Union. While he worked with his hands every day, he also possessed a creative spirit and enjoyed painting and drawing abstract artwork.
Jim...
Mary B. Wolter
Jul 4, 2026
It is with great sadness that the family of Mary B. Wolter (Campbell) announces her passing on Saturday, July 4, 2026 at the age of 85. Mary passed away at Northwestern Medical Center in McHenry, IL, after a long illness. She was surrounded by her Family and loved ones.
Mary was born April 6, 1941 in Athens, AL to Robert and...
Trevor Miles Cannon
Jul 4, 2026
Trevor Miles Cannon, 51, of Barrington, Illinois, died unexpectedly on Saturday, July 4, 2026. Trevor was born on April 11, 1975, in McHenry, IL to the late Miles and Jeanne Cannon.
He was a beautiful boy who stopped passerby in their tracks with his chubby apple-red cheeks, crystal blue eyes, and towhead blond hair that let him get away with far...
Zenon Cudak
Jul 4, 2026
Zenon “Zen” Cudak passed away peacefully on July 4, 2026, in Barrington, Illinois. He was born on December 11, 1942, in Germany to Józef and Zófia (Stelmaczek) Cudak. As a young child, he immigrated with his family to the United States, where he built a life defined by service, hard work, and unwavering devotion to those he loved.
Zenon attended both...
Anita F. Goduto
Jul 4, 2026
Anita F. Goduto, 97, currently of Crystal Lake, passed away peacefully on July 4, 2026.
Born on May 21, 1929, in Chicago, Anita was the daughter of Joseph and Loretta (Chivini) DeMotto. She grew up in Chicago before moving to Mount Prospect, where she and her beloved husband, Frank, raised their family together.
Anita was a remarkable woman whose kindness touched everyone...
John Ortinau
Jul 3, 2026
John Ortinau, 99, of Round Lake, Illinois, passed away on July 3, 2026. Born on August 16, 1926, in Sacalaz, Romania, John was the son of Franz and Maria Ortinau.
A longtime snowbird, he happily split his years between Clearwater, Florida, and the northern Illinois suburbs. He was a proud, longtime member of the Chicago Danube Swabians and enjoyed their weekly...
Sallie V. Fawcett
Jul 2, 2026
With love and gratitude for a life beautifully lived, we announce the passing of Sallie Vern Roach Fawcett, who entered the presence of her Lord and Savior on July 2, 2026, at the age of 88. A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, greatgrandmother, and faithful Christian, Sallie lived with generosity, joy, and unwavering faith. Her warmth and kindness touched countless lives,...
Judith Mae Swienton
Jul 1, 2026
Judith "Judi" Mae Swienton, age 80, of Lake Zurich, passed away peacefully in her sleep on July 1, 2026. Judi was born on February 16, 1946 in Evanston, IL to Carl and Ida Abrahamson.
She grew up in Evanston, IL living near many of her cousins. She graduated from Evanston high school and attended Augustana College, Rock Island, Illinois. After marrying...
Zein M. Bertacchi
Jun 30, 2026
Zein M. Bertacchi, 79, of Barrington Hills, passed away peacefully on June 30, 2026.
Born on January 21, 1947, in Jaffa, Palestine, Zein was the daughter of Bishara and Blanche (Haddad) Tannous. At just 16 years old, she came to the United States to pursue her education. She earned a bachelor's degree in microbiology from Villa Madonna College in Kentucky before receiving her...
Virginia Zambito
Jun 30, 2026
Virginia Zambito, 75, of Lake Barrington, passed away peacefully on June 30, 2026. She was born on December 28, 1950 in New York, NY.
Full obituary and services are pending.
Shelia Mae Dunfee
Jun 29, 2026
Shelia Mae Dunfee, 87, of Crystal Lake, died peacefully on Monday, June 29, 2026.
Shelia was born in Des Moines, Iowa on January 28, 1939, to parents Evan and Irene (nee Wolff) Philp with twin sister Shannon. She was raised in Loup City, Nebraska and graduated from Loup City High School in 1957. She went on to earn her nursing degree...
Deborah Palmisano
Jun 29, 2026
Deborah "Deb" Palmisano, 72, of Crystal Lake, IL, passed away peacefully and unexpectedly on Monday afternoon, June 29, 2026.
Born in September of 1953 in Chicago, IL, to the late Walter and Olga (nee Pasquini) Ray, Deborah was raised in Elmwood Park, where she attended John Mills Elementary, and later, Elmwood Park High School. It was there that she met the...
Linda Louise Carlson
Jun 28, 2026
Linda Louise Carlson, a woman of unmatched color, singular wit, and undeniable presence, peacefully transitioned on June 28, 2026, at the age of 73.
To know Linda was to experience a whirlwind of vibrant, dramatic flair and a spirit that refused to be boxed in. She had a truly singular sense of humor—expressing herself through funny, impromptu poems and unique doodles...
Tamara Samul
Jun 28, 2026
Tamara Samul (née Prokopczyk), 90, passed away on June 28, 2026, peacefully at home with her family by her side.
She was born on May 4th,1936 in the Village of Swidziałowka (now Nowa Swidziałowka) outside of Białystok, Poland to Michał Prokopczyk and Olga Lisowska. At the age of four, her father was murdered during the Second World War, after which she...
Jun Yang
Jun 28, 2026
Jun Yang, 59, of Vernon Hills, passed away peacefully on June 28, 2026. She was born on September 8,1966 in Shanghai to Zizhi Yang and Wenjin Yang.
Jun is survived by her loving husband of 36 years, Yimin “Philip” Yan, her children, David and Angelina, her mother, Wenjin, and her sister, Sheng.
Jun spent her early years in Shanghai before she moved...
John Angelo Laskey
Jun 26, 2026
John Angelo Laskey born April 3rd 1941, passed away on June 26,2026.
A most cherished husband of 64 years to Ruth Laskey (nee Galison)
Amazing father to John (Dawn), Stacy, and Chuck (Terri) Laskey
And a special man (Gramps) to granddaughter Brandie Laskey
He was a caring man in the lives of his siblings.
He was one of seven children.
Sisters Pat Dills , Mary VanTil,...
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