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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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,...

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,...

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...

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...

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...

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,...

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;...

Jan 13, 2023

Barrington, IL – Carol Adams Svoboda, age 87, beloved mother, grand and great-grandmother, family member and friend, passed away on January 13, 2023 after a recent struggle with Alzheimer’s.  She was born on April 15, 1935 in Omaha, NE to Gordon and Myrtle (Webb) Adams, was educated in the Denver primary schools and at Hopkins High School in Minnesota, and...

Jan 13, 2023

Gerald “Jerry” Briick passed away peacefully January 13, 2023.  He was born June 4, 1937 in Joliet, the son of Margaret (Dockendorf) and Eugene Briick.

Jerry was the beloved husband of 59 years to Terry (Fischer) and together they created a family filled with love and togetherness.  Jerry’s greatest source of pride was his family.  He is...

Jan 11, 2023

Lynn M. Gronow, beloved wife, mother, and Nonna, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on January 11, 2023, at the age of 75. Born in Chicago to Anne and Jerome Mockenhaupt, Lynn graduated from Western Illinois University, where she met her loving husband Bill. Lynn and Bill were married for 49 years and together raised their two...

Jan 11, 2023

Mark Gibson, age 76, was born June 17, 1946, in Rockford, IL, he passed away peacefully January 11, 2023.

Mark graduated from Valparaiso University and the University of Illinois Medical School. He completed his Emergency Medicine Training at McGill University in Montreal and was in the first group of physicians certified by the American Board of Emergency...

Jan 10, 2023

Marianne Hofherr Cantafio, 81, of Barrington, IL passed away January 10, 2023. She was born July 11, 1941 in Chicago, IL to the late Harry and Anne Hofherr. Marianne is survived by her loving husband, Frank Cantafio; children, Christopher F. Cantafio, John F. Cantafio, and Marie L. Cantafio; grandchildren, Evelyn Cantafio, Rita Cantafio, and Charlotte Cantafio; and siblings, Edward...

Jan 8, 2023

Mary Catheren Tobin (“Molly”) passed away peacefully at the Care Center in Bentley Village in Naples,  Florida on Sunday morning, January 8, 2023. Molly was born on February 13, 1930 in Detroit, Michigan to parents of Irish descent, Cornelius  “Neil” (1885 - 1939) and Cecilia Lynch (1900-1971). She graduated from the Midland High  School, Midland, Michigan in 1948. Subsequently, she...

Jan 8, 2023

John W. Schreiner, 88, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family on January 8, 2023.  He was born on October 9, 1934, in East Orange, New Jersey to his late parents Joseph and Julia Schreiner.

John was a beloved husband and was loved and adored by his children, their spouses, his grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. He was a...

Jan 8, 2023

Clarence J. Konecki, of Crystal Lake, passed away on January 8, 2023.  He was 86 years old.  Clarence is survived by his wife, Carol (nee May). They would have been married 60 years on February 23, which was also his birthday.

Clarence worked as a machinist at Continental Can, American National Can and Tootsie Roll. He was...