Jan 9, 2024

Richard R. Fuhs, 92, of Schaumburg, formerly of Chicago, passed away peacefully on January 5, 2024. He was born on December 6, 1931 to the late Robert and Evelyn (nee Olson) Fuhs.

Richard worked for Illinois Bell for 28 years, until his retirement in 1985. He enjoyed drawing, golfing, woodworking, fishing, and spending time with his family....

Jan 8, 2024

John Michael Grabowski, age 90, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 8, 2024.

John was born in Chicago, IL on January 22, 1933.   Registered Professional Civil Engineer Owner/Partner Elk Grove Engineering Co. and also Owner of Grabowski & Associates.

Resident of  Lake Barrington Illinois since 1970, John was an avid Amateur Radio operator and electronics...

Jan 8, 2024

Lawrence Eugene Scanlon, 88, passed away Sunday January 7, 2024. He was born on March 2, 1935 in Kansas City, MO. Larry was the youngest of ten children. His parents Bernard and Margaret Scanlon emigrated from Ireland and his entire family cherished their Irish heritage. He was a star athlete at Lillis High School where he saw tremendous success...

Jan 7, 2024

Ruth Hedwig Kilroy Dycus, 95, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 7, 2024. Born in Berlin, Germany on August 29, 1928 to Franz and Hedwig Bluemel, Ruth came to the United States with her son, Patrick, during the Berlin Airlift.

On August 25, 1954, Ruth married Marvin “Bear” Dycus in Woodstock. They were married 62 years before...

Jan 7, 2024

Melissa M. Duda passed away in Woodstock January 7, 2023.  She was born July 25, 1955 in Chicago to Francis and Marion Russ.

Melissa was Vice President of mortgages for St. Paul Federal Loan.  She was the consummate homemaker; dress designer and crafter; sharing her talents with all.  Melissa hosted Bunco Groups and Bunco activities and loved...

Jan 5, 2024

Carol Evans, 91, of Algonquin, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 5, 2024, at The Pearl of Crystal Lake.

Carol was a special person who lit up any room she entered.  She will be remembered for her quick wit, infectious laugh, and her ability to make any person she spoke with feel special.  She was a good...

Jan 5, 2024

Allan Benson, aged 74, of Algonquin, Illinois, passed away peacefully on January 5, 2024. Born on May 27, 1949, in Chicago, he was the cherished only child of Melvin and Fern Benson.

A dedicated and proud Vietnam veteran of the U.S. Army, Allan was a true patriot, known for his deep love for his country and his...

Jan 4, 2024

Ralph N. Backe, 84, of Crystal Lake, passed away peacefully at home on the morning of Thursday, January 4, 2024. Born on August 19, 1939, in Gary, IN, Ralph was the beloved son of Nicholas and Dorothy (Spitz) Backe.

A proud veteran, Ralph served in the Army as a Military Police K9 handler, demonstrating both discipline and...

Jan 3, 2024

Dorwin Dale Blair, age 89, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 3, 2024

Dorwin was born in Steele City, NE on November 29, 1934.

He graduated from Cozad High School in 1953 where he was a Haymaker letterman in football, basketball and track. Dorwin then attended the University of Nebraska and Colorado State University at...

Jan 3, 2024

Jill (Hartley) Hartwig, 76, of Barrington, IL passed away on January 3, 2024.  Jill was born on December 16, 1947, to Betty and David Hartley.  After graduating from Downers Grove North, she went on to study history at the University of Illinois.

While at U of I, she met and fell in love with Ken Hartwig, whom...

Jan 3, 2024

Floyd A. Filloon, 93, a longtime resident of Lake Zurich passed away peacefully on January 3, 2024. He was born on May 19, 1930 in Barrington, IL to the late Jesse and May Filloon.

Services and interment will be private.

Jan 2, 2024

With great sadness, we announce the passing of Raymond B. Ambrose, a Northwest side Chicago native, Ray was known for his calm demeanor, sharp wit, and deep love for his wife and family. Another love was reading, he was a  voracious reader his whole life.  After graduating from Weber High School he later came to  realize the value of...

2024

Eugene “Gene” James Kuhajek, of Crystal Lake, died peacefully on Saturday, February 3, 2024 at the age of 89.   Born in 1934 to John and Margaret (nee Hajny) Kuhajek, Gene grew up in Cicero, IL.

Gene earned a B.S. in Chemistry from Loyola University, Chicago, in 1955 and a Ph.D. in Inorganic Chemistry from University of Minnesota...

2024

Jeffrey “Jeff” Gordon, 51, a longtime resident of Cary, passed away peacefully on January 1, 2024. He was born on February 2, 1972 in Elgin, IL to Patrick and Barbara Gordon.

Jeff graduated from Cary-Grove High School in 1990, where he was part of the band and swing choir. He was a union sheet metal worker. Jeff...

Dec 31, 2023

Teresa Cante passed away peacefully December 31, 2023 in Barrington.  She was born October 25, 1931 in Mexico City, Mexico to Elizeo and Andrea Iriarte.

Teresa was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 60 years, Baltazar.  She is survived by her children, Patricia, Hector (Barbara) Cante, Adriana (Joseph) Bianchi, and Marco (Bobbi) Cante; grandchildren, Kevin,...

Dec 30, 2023

Our dearly beloved father, husband, brother, and friend, Suryanarayana Lingamneni, peacefully passed away surrounded by his family on December 30, 2023. Being the thoughtful soul he has always been, he chose the time of his death to fall when the family had already planned time off to be together, giving us all time to say our goodbyes. Even at...

Dec 29, 2023

Paul H. Azzaline, of Cary, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 29, 2023, at the age of 81. He was born May 10, 1942 in Oak Park, IL to the late Marion and Emma (nee Noble) Azzaline.

After graduating from Crystal Lake Central High School in 1960, Paul enlisted in the United States Army where he served...

Dec 28, 2023

Janet Lynn Jewell, 60 of Lake Barrington, passed away peacefully on December 28, 2023. She was born on July 31, 1963 in Chicago to Raymond S. and Dolores E (nee Sadowski) Petersen.

Janet was a cherished member of the Foglia YMCA community having worked as a manager and greeter there for many years.  She had a passion...

Dec 28, 2023

Aleksander Rzeszuto, 58, of Lake Zurich, Illinois passed away December 28, 2023. Aleksander was born December 5, 1965 in Dabrowa Tarnowska, Poland to Eugieniusz and Janina Rzeszuto. Aleksander started his carpentry business, ALX Construction, about 20 years ago in Chicago, Illinois; where he and his son, Lukasz, worked together. In his free time, he enjoyed watching a variety of...

Dec 26, 2023

Helen Josephine Winslow, 92, of Barrington Illinois passed away December 26, 2023. Helen was born in Oak Park, Illinois on February 7, 1931 to the late Joseph and Theresa Wagner.

Helen is survived by her children, Dawn Plamann, James Barker, Karen (Michael) Lapcewich, and Bill (Elyssa) Winslow; and grandchild, Michael Plamann. She is preceded in death by...