Nov 26, 2023

Kevin Gerlach, 73, of Crystal Lake, passed away on Sunday, November 26, 2023. Born and raised in Huntingburg, Indiana, he moved to Illinois post-college. Kevin married Margaret Kunz in 1973 and the couple was blessed with two children, Stephanie and Jeremy, along with two grandchildren, Audrey and Jeffrey.

Kevin held a bachelor’s degree from Indiana State University...

Nov 25, 2023

Virginia Rose Hoover, 88, of Crystal Lake passed away on November 25, 2023. Born in Chicago on October 10, 1935, to Anthony and Theresa (Pentacosta) Lazzara, she lived a life filled with dedication and joy.

Virginia earned her degree from MCC and served there as an administrative assistant to the Special Needs Director for over 36 years....

Nov 24, 2023

Kenneth “Ken” F. Artner, 74, of Crystal Lake, IL passed away November 24, 2023 at Journey Care Hospice in Barrington, IL. He was born on July 25, 1949 in Hinsdale, IL to the late Frank and Ruth Artner.

He was raised in Des Plaines, IL., graduating from Maine West High School, class of 1967. After graduation, Ken...

Nov 22, 2023

Evelyn W. Dawson was born May 25, 1926, in St. Louis, MO, to Charles and Caroline White. She passed away peacefully November 22, 2023.

Evelyn was a long-time resident of Barrington, a member of St. Anne Catholic Church and the St. Anne Women’s Auxiliary. She was a graduate of Washington University in St. Louis where she was...

Nov 22, 2023

Michael Goles,77, passed away on November 22, 2023. Born in Chicago on September 9, 1946, to Michael and Mary Goles, he chose Crystal Lake as his home with his wife, Penny Adams, whom he married on August 29, 1987, following a 10-year courtship.

A true outdoorsman at heart, Michael's passions included hunting, fishing, and the thrill of...

Nov 22, 2023

Concetta Guagliardo (nee Chirchirillo), age 94, of Lake Zurich, IL, passed away peacefully on November 22, 2023.

Concetta was born on February 21, 1929 in Alta Villa Milicia, Italy . At the age of 18 she immigrated to Chicago, Illinois with her father to establish a home for their family and began working at Florsheim Shoes.  Once...

Nov 20, 2023

Florence Barango, age 97, of Crystal Lake, passed away peacefully at Valley Hi Nursing Home with her loving family by her side on November 20, 2023. She was born on December 23, 1925 in Chicago, IL to the late John and Marie Cicero.

Florence met Vince through correspondence while he was overseas during WWII. When he returned...

Nov 18, 2023

Max Albert Roderik, 93, of Woodstock, IL., previously Thompson's Station, TN and Lanark, IL., passed away peacefully on November 18, 2023. He was born on December 3, 1929 in Atwood, IL to the late Courtney and Opal Roderick.

Max was a proud United States Army veteran, who served with honor during the Korean War. On November 14,...

Nov 18, 2023

Daniel “Dan” Paul Ofloy, a loving husband, father, grandfather, and brother, passed away on his birthday, November 18, 2023. Born on November 18, 1957, in Chicago, Illinois,

Dan's life was a rich tapestry of adventure, music, and love. His early years in Michigan with his younger brother, Kevin, were filled with the carefree adventures of youth, including...

Nov 16, 2023

Marion Fiandaca, age 85, of Lake Zurich Illinois, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, November 16, 2023. She was born on February 5, 1938, in Chicago, Illinois. Marion was a devoted wife to her husband of 62 years, Joseph, and a loving mother to her children, Michael (Bridget), Joseph (Barbara), John (Judie), and Dante (Sherry). She was loved...

Nov 16, 2023

Earl Ray Gilly passed away peacefully November 16, 2023 surrounded by his loving family. Earl was born May 29, 1928 in Barrington to Daniel and Mary Gilly. Earl proudly served in the U.S. Marine Corp during the Korean War. He was a Market Manager for Jewel Foods for 39 years.

Earl is survived by his loving wife...

Nov 14, 2023

Marlene Loraine Teuber transitioned peacefully on November 14, 2023 at her home in Woodstock surrounded by her family. Born in Chicago, on August 30, 1933 to Edward Kremske and Frieda (Zitzow) Kremske, spent 90 wonderful years as the best wife, mother, and friend. The last two weeks of her life was spent saying goodbye to those she loved.

Nov 14, 2023

Daniel Michael Borah, Jr passed away November 14, 2023 in Libertyville surrounded by his loving family.  He was born November 3, 1938 in Chicago to Mary and Daniel Borah, Sr.

Dan is survived by his wife of 59 years, Karren; children, Kimberly Ann (William) Peters and Daniel (Rachel) Borah; grandchildren, Scott (Samantha) Peters, and Shawn and Jack...

Nov 14, 2023

Bernard Lothar Ziegler passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday, November 14th, 2023 in Crystal Lake, IL. He was born in 1940 in Orlamünde, Germany to the late Kurt E. And Kathe H. Ziegler. He is preceded in death by his beloved wife of 50 years, Mary Ann J. Ziegler (nee Mazzaro) and brothers Konrad Ziegler and Peter...

Nov 14, 2023

Emil “Buck” Golen, age 71 of Barrington Illinois passed away November 14, surrounded by loving family. Beloved husband of Elizabeth “Lili” Kilbridge and the late Pamela (Kurivial) Golen.

Loving father of Greer (Dean) Archbold II and Blair Golen. Stepfather of James (Molly) McGovern and Terry (Kennedy) McGovern. Cherished grandfather of Julia and Tommy McGovern and Chase and...

Nov 13, 2023

Michael Edward Coppedge, 61, of Crystal Lake, passed away unexpectedly on November 13, 2023. He was born in Joliet, IL, on September 25, 1962, to Everett and Janice Coppedge.

An alumnus of the College of St. Francis and Northern Illinois Law School, he dedicated his career to the judiciary, cherishing his time and the relationships made through...

Nov 12, 2023

The family of Ronald Clyde Smith, DDS, announce his journey to heaven peacefully on Sunday, November 12, 2023 in his home surrounded by his loving wife of 24 years and family. Ron was born on February 3, 1942 in Los Angeles, CA to Madison Clyde and Shirley Marie Smith.

Born and raised in Southern California,...

Nov 10, 2023

Grace Marie McEwen passed away peacefully in her home at Cedar Lake Assisted Living & Memory Care Center in Lake Zurich, IL, on Friday, November 10, 2023. She was 88.

A beloved daughter, sister, and aunt, she was preceded in death by her father C. Logan McEwen, mother Grace H. (Reick) McEwen, and brother Logan McEwen, who...

Nov 9, 2023

Earle Martin Combs III, 93, of Barrington, passed away on November 9, 2023. Born in Chicago on March 12, 1930, Earle's life was a reflection of his strong belief in Jesus. His servant heart was apparent to all who knew him, guiding his every action with kindness and humility.

Earle, a proud graduate of Morgan Park Military...

Nov 8, 2023

Marguerite C. Esson, aged 98, passed away on November 8, 2023, in McHenry, IL. Born on December 7, 1924, in Racine, WI to Gustav and Margaret Mielka, Marguerite lived a life full of love, dedication, and joy.

On June 22, 1946, she married her high school sweetheart, Roger L. Esson, a union that lasted 39 years until...