Russell Alan Martens

Jan 29, 2023

Russell Alan Martens, 71 of Johnsburg, passed away peacefully on January 29, 2023 surrounded by his loving family. Russell was born on February 21, 1951 in Valparaiso, Indiana to Arthur and Janet (nee Peters) Martens.

Russell was a diehard Cubs and Cowboys fan,  he had hoped for the Cowboys to make it to the super bowl again....

Edward Dvorak

Jan 29, 2023

Edward J. Dvorak, 93, was born February 2, 1929 in Chicago, IL, to Josephine Kotrch & James Dvorak. He entered into eternal life January 29, 2023 at home, to be with our Lord and his late wife Alice.

Ed was lovingly cared for by his daughter Suzie throughout the last several years and she and her husband...

Ralph Ronald Raymond Schremp

Jan 29, 2023

Ralph Ronald Raymond Schremp, 87, of Algonquin, IL, peacefully passed away on Sunday, 01/29/2023, surrounded by loved ones. He was welcomed into Heaven by his parents, Albert and Helen (nee Younger) Schremp, and his brother Edward.

Ralph was born on 5/19/1935 in Chicago, IL. After Ralph graduated from De La Salle High School in 1953, he joined...

Matthew "Matt" J. Gawronski

Jan 29, 2023

Matthew “Matt” Gawronski, 47, of Crystal Lake, passed away unexpectedly on January 29, 2023, while doing one of his favorite past-times, playing fetch with his dogs at his home.

Matt was born January 4, 1976, in Park Ridge, Illinois to Charles and Armella “Dolly” Gawronski.

He grew up in Niles as the youngest of four...

Loretta Krueger

Jan 27, 2023

Loretta Krueger, 70 years old, wife of William H. Krueger of Ocala, FL passed away on January 27, 2023. Loretta was a daughter of the late James and Delores May.

In addition to her husband, William H. Krueger, Loretta is survived by her son, Shane Stancliff (Frank); daughter, Susan Stancliff; brother, Timmy May (Debbie); sisters, Rita Hinkle,...

Norma A. (Spale) Carey

Jan 27, 2023

Norma A. Carey passed away peacefully January 27 in Barrington.  She was born August 1, 1926 in Chicago to Joseph and Rose Spale.

Norma was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 46 years, Daniel; and her loving daughter, Jane in 2021.  She is survived by her son in law, Tom McDonough; grandchildren, Tommy, Katie, and...

Elizabeth A. Hernandez

Jan 26, 2023

Elizabeth A. Hernandez (nee Garrigan), died on January 26, 2023 in Barrington at the age of 92.

She grew up in Gates Mills, Ohio at the Chagrin Valley Hunt Club and later moved to Old Mill Creek Hunt Club in Illinois. She resided in her beloved Old Mill Creek with her family, horses and pets. She was...

Rodica G. Busuioc

Jan 26, 2023

Rodica G. Busuioc, born September 26, 1943 in Romania, passed away January 27, 2023.

A memorial visitation will be held Saturday, February 4, 2023 from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the memorial service at 12:00 p.m. at Davenport Family Funeral Home and Crematory, 419 E Terra Cotta Ave (Rt. 176) Crystal Lake.

Mary Anita (Matthewson) Genzler

Jan 25, 2023

Mary Anita Genzler (nee Matthewson), of Elgin, IL passed away Wednesday, January 25, 2023 at age 67. She was born March 22, 1955 in Dubuque, Iowa, the daughter of the late Lowell “Jeff” and Anita (nee Butters) Matthewson.

Mary graduated from Wahlert Catholic High School in Dubuque, IA in 1973, earned her Bachelor’s degree in...

Charles R. Barnett III

Jan 22, 2023

Charles Rayburn “Chuck” Barnett, III passed away peacefully on Sunday January 22, 2023 surrounded by his wife and children.

Chuck was a beloved son, brother, husband, and father. Chuck continues to be a beloved follower of God.

Although suddenly cut short, Chuck lived a full life.

Chuck ran cross country in...

Frank Nunez

Jan 22, 2023

Frank Nunez, 34, of Crystal Lake passed away on Sunday, January 22, 2023. Born on September 21, 1988, Frank lived every day to the fullest always making the people around him smile and feel loved.

A committed firefighter for the Itasca Fire Department, Frank was extremely motivated and a hard worker. Frank’s positive attitude stayed with him...

George Joseph Venturi

Jan 21, 2023

George Joseph Venturi, age 91, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 21, 2023.

George was born on December 2, 1931 in Chicago, IL. He served his country honorably during the Korean War while serving with the United States Army. After returning home, he finished his Architectural Engineering Degree at U of I. George worked on many large...

Robert "Bobby" R. Bruzzino

Jan 19, 2023

Robert “Bobby” R. Bruzzino, 60, of Crystal Lake passed away unexpectedly on January 19, 2023. He was born on December 19, 1962 in Chicago to the late Ralph and Edna Bruzzino.

Bobby grew up in Bensenville, IL and graduated from Fenton High School and moved to Crystal Lake in 1989. In September 1989, he began his employment...

Ronald E. Roos

Jan 19, 2023

Ronald E. Roos, 74, of Crystal Lake passed away on Thursday, January 18, 2023.

Ron was a veteran of the Marine Corps serving in Vietnam.  He had a generous heart and gave faithfully to St. Jude Children’s Hospital, Toys for Tots and Wounded Warrior, just to name a few.

He is survived by his sons,...

Edward John Masterson

Jan 19, 2023

Edward John Masterson, age 77, of Barrington, IL, passed away on January 19th, 2023 surrounded by family. Beloved husband of Donna (Albrecht) Masterson; loving father of Chris (Katie) Masterson, Audra (Kevin) Powers, Jon (Ashley) Masterson; fond grandfather of Gavin, James, Emma, Caroline, Graham, Brooks and Lane; dear brother of Liz Hebson, Geege Masterson, Mary Welch, Jane Blair, Mike Masterson,...

Robert "RJ" Stalo

Jan 17, 2023

Robert J. “R.J.” Stalo passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on January 17 in Huntley.  He was born January 24, 1986 in San Antonio, TX to James and Colleen Stalo, and raised in Crystal Lake.

R.J. was a graduate of Crystal Lake South High School where he played varsity hockey since freshman year. He also...

George Joseph Bach

Jan 16, 2023

George Joseph Bach, 63, died peacefully on January 16, 2023. George was born in Dearborn, Michigan on August 5, 1959 and raised in Southfield, Michigan. George graduated from Brother Rice High School in 1977, received a B.A. from Marquette University (Political Science) in 1981, a Master’s Degree from Marquette (Political Science and Urban Planning) in 1984 and an MBA...

Predrag Golumbovski

Jan 16, 2023

Predrag Golumbovski, age 85, beloved husband, father and grandfather passed away peacefully on January 16, 2023. He was born on Sept. 28, 1937, an only child to the late Zivan and Branka (Subotic) Golumbovski and grew up in Belgrade, Serbia (formerly Yugoslavia).

Following college he moved to Paris, France and then in 1967 immigrated to the United...

Robert "Robb" F. Strack

Jan 16, 2023

Robert “Robb” F. Strack, 85, of Galesburg, Ill., recently of North Barrington, Ill., passed away peacefully on January 16, 2023. He was born on December 31, 1937, in Milwaukee to the late Leroy and Marjorie (nee Fraser) Strack.

On June 13, 1964, he married Sonja Lande in Birchwood, Wis. Together they shared interests of travel, family visits,...

Donald Edward Wiencek

Jan 15, 2023

Donald Edward Wiencek, of Huntley, passed away peacefully at his home on January 15, 2023 at the age of 86.

He was born September 12, 1936 in Chicago, the son of the late Michael and Anna (nee Litviak) Wiencek.

Donald is survived by his sons, David Wiencek of Chicago and Donald (Danna) Wiencek of Schaumburg;...