Local Barrington, Crystal Lake, and Lake Zurich, IL Obituaries

Jean "Sue" Jannusch

Jean "Sue" Jannusch

Jun 25, 2026

Jean “Sue” Jannusch, of Lake Zurich, passed away June 25, 2026 at the age of 80.

She was born May 31, 1946 in Evergreen Park, IL, the daughter of the late Norman and Ruth Eleanor (nee Jonson) Erickson.

Sue spent her career in education, retiring as a teacher.

Sue is survived by her husband, Les Jannusch, whom she married June 15, 1968; her...

Ronald Sessions

Ronald Sessions

Jun 25, 2026

Ronald "Ron" John Sessions of Algonquin, IL, a dedicated husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, uncle and honorable fire service professional, passed away peacefully on June 25, 2026 at the age of 79.

Born on September 4, 1946 in Twin Falls, Idaho, Ron answered the call to serve his community early in life. He began his 50+ year distinguished career with the...

Arthur S. Anderson

Arthur S. Anderson

Jun 25, 2026

Arthur S. Anderson, of Algonquin, passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 25, 2026 at the age of 88.

He was born December 1, 1937 in Chicago, the son of the late Arthur, Sr. and Margaret Anderson.

Arthur was a proud veteran of the US Navy. He cherished the simplicity of enjoying lake time on his boat in Winneconne, WI. Above all, Arthur’s...

Stephen Raymond Kugelman

Stephen Raymond Kugelman

Jun 24, 2026

Stephen Raymond Kugelman, 75 of Crystal Lake, passed away peacefully on June 24, 2026. He was born on July 6, 1951 in Union City, New Jersey to Raymond and Hyacinthe (nee Lepore) Kugelman.

Stephen was a proud veteran of the United States Navy having served for 7 years as E5 silent service; a member of the Free Masons lodge 337, Boy...

Phyllis Reese

Phyllis Reese

Jun 22, 2026

Phyllis McFarland Reese, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on June 22, 2026, in Crystal Lake, Illinois. She was 85 years old.

Phyllis was born on December 7, 1940, in Alpharetta, Georgia, to Herschel and Evelyne McFarland. She grew up with a strong sense of family and faith that would guide her throughout her life. After...

Carol C. Myers

Carol C. Myers

Jun 22, 2026

Carol C. Myers passed away on June 22, 2026 in Barrington, IL. She was born on March 18, 1936 to Millard and Edna (Mulcahy) Crittenton. Full obituary is pending. No services will be held at this time. 

Rita McGregor

Rita McGregor

Jun 22, 2026

Rita McGregor, 75, of Lake Zurich, Illinois, passed away peacefully on June 22, 2026. She was born on April 29, 1951, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, to Lewis and Lois Rockmore.

Rita was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend whose kindness, faith, and love for her family touched the lives of all who knew her. She found great joy in...

Elena M. Phelan

Elena M. Phelan

Jun 21, 2026

With breaking hearts, we announce that Elena M. Phelan, 41 years old, died on June 21, 2026 at home in Arlington Heights, IL after courageously battling lingering illnesses. She was the beloved and cherished daughter of Marianne (nee Trippon) and Bernard A. Phelan and the dear sister of Daniel M. Phelan. She was dearly loved by her many aunts, uncles,...

Frank H. Caiazza

Frank H. Caiazza

Jun 21, 2026

Frank Caiazza, 88, of Lake Barrington, Illinois, passed away peacefully on June 21, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. Born on January 17, 1938, in Berkeley, California, Frank lived a life marked by faith, devotion to family, and a spirit of curiosity and adventure. A lifelong Catholic, he found strength and purpose in his faith.

He is survived by his loving...

Hai Chan Chung

Hai Chan Chung

Jun 21, 2026

Hai Chan Chung, 93, of Cary, formerly of Chicago, passed away on June 21, 2026.

Hai was born on February 25, 1933, in Seoul, Korea, to Insoo Chung and Suck Eon Woo. After earning his bachelor's degree from Chung-Ang University in Seoul, he came to the United States and built a successful life through hard work and determination. He owned Hana...

Shawn Michelle and Gary Alan Tegtmeier

Shawn Michelle and Gary Alan Tegtmeier

Jun 20, 2026

Shawn Michelle (nee Burau) Tegtmeier, 62 of Crystal Lake, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on May 28, 2026. She was born on February 8, 1964 in Chicago to Donald and Jarlath (nee Mulcrone) Burau.

Shawn filled her life with purpose and joy. Personal training her many clients was her life’s passion, along with coaching multiple running groups and...

Donald Ritter

Donald Ritter

Jun 20, 2026

On June 20, 2026, heaven welcomed home a very special angel, Donald Lyle Ritter (Don). Don died peacefully at home with his wife Pat at his side and the Ritter family lost our beacon of love and wisdom. He will be cherished, honored and remembered always.

Don was born on April 1, 1935 in Madison, Wisconsin to Lyle and Frances Ritter....

Joanne M. Zednik

Joanne M. Zednik

Jun 20, 2026

Joanne Marie Zednik, 67, passed away peacefully in her sleep at home on June 20, 2026.

Born on June 8, 1959, in Waukegan, Joanne spent her entire life in McHenry County. She attended Ringwood Grade School and graduated from McHenry High School. On August 28, 1981, she married Brad Zednik in Woodstock, and together they shared nearly 45 years of marriage,...

Frank Giacomino

Frank Giacomino

Jun 20, 2026

Frank Giacomino, 96, of Arlington Heights, passed away peacefully on June 20, 2026 surrounded by his loving family. He was born on October 18, 1929 in Chicago to the late John and Carmella Giacomino.

Frank was eternally devoted to his late wife Helen and his family was the center of his world. Whether it be his own children and their families...

Sandra Jean Konaszewski

Sandra Jean Konaszewski

Jun 20, 2026

Sandra Jean (Guse) Konaszewski, 77, of Crystal Lake, passed away on June 20, 2026.

Sandy graduated from Jacobs High School in Algonquin and went on to work as a computer programmer. She met her future husband, Eugene Konaszewski, at the Bowl-Hi bowling alley in Huntley. The two were married in 1970, and Sandra lovingly embraced Gene's children as her own.

Sandy was...

Jeffrey T. Hampton

Jeffrey T. Hampton

Jun 19, 2026

Jeffrey Thomas Hampton, 41, of Barrington, Illinois, passed away peacefully on June 19, 2026. Born on November 25, 1984, in Royal Oak, Michigan, Jeff lived a life defined by laughter, generosity, loyalty, and an extraordinary ability to bring people together.

He will be remembered with deep love by all who had the privilege of knowing him. Jeff was the devoted husband...

Joan Wu Hwang

Joan Wu Hwang

Jun 18, 2026

Joan Wu Hwang, 72, of Crystal Lake, passed away on June 18, 2026. She was born on November 7, 1953, in Taichung, Taiwan, to R.C. and P.K. Wu. 

Joan came to the United States to earn her master's degree at North Carolina State University, a journey that reflected her determination and love of learning.

On June 6, 1985, she married Lih-Tyng Hwang in Raleigh, North...

Marc D. Erickson

Marc D. Erickson

Jun 18, 2026

Marc Daniel Erickson passed away on June 18, 2026 in Barrington, IL. He was born on March 29, 1982 to William and Kathleen (Krumes) Erickson. He will be deeply missed by his friends and family. No services will be held at this time. 

Shannon Carlene Morreale

Shannon Carlene Morreale

Jun 18, 2026

Shannon Carlene (Nagel) Morreale, 43, of Cary, passed away peacefully in the early morning hours of June 18, 2026, at JourneyCare in Barrington.

She was born on September 27, 1982, in Taylorville, Illinois, to Douglas and Anne (Springs) Nagel. Shannon graduated from Taylorville High School with the Class of 2000 and later earned her degree from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign...

Paul Aaron Emmett

Paul Aaron Emmett

Jun 16, 2026

It is with great sadness that we share that Paul passed away unexpectedly at the age of 52.

Paul was someone who truly laughed often and made a lasting impact on everyone lucky enough to know him. While we are devastated by this loss, we are also so thankful for the joy he brought to his friends and family.

Paul lived a life full of...