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

Sue Bakutis

Sue Bakutis

Dec 24, 2023

Sue Bakutis, 74, of Grayslake, passed away peacefully on December 24, 2023. She was born on January 25, 1949 in Chicago to Paul and Eleanor Craver.

Sue's favorite hobby was fishing and she truly loved spending vacations with her family in the North Woods.

Sue also enjoyed playing board games with her son and husband...

Joyce Ann Morris

Joyce Ann Morris

Dec 23, 2023

Joyce Ann Morris, of Crystal Lake, passed away on December 23, 2023, in the comfort of her home, with her life partner, Shirley Anderson, by her side. Born to Hubert and Pauline Morris in Chicago on July 9, 1938, Joyce's journey in life was marked by love, faith, and dedication.

Joyce's baptism at the Covenant Church in...

Russell Scott Hamilton

Russell Scott Hamilton

Dec 22, 2023

A full obituary is not available at this time. Please leave your condolences for the family in our guest book.Visitation will be held Friday, May 24, 2024 from 10:00 a.m. until the Celebration of Life at 11:00 a.m. at Willow Creek Community Church of South Barrington. Interment will be held privately.

Darlene Mae Olson

Darlene Mae Olson

Dec 21, 2023

  Darlene Olson, age 88, of Crystal Lake, IL passed away on December 21st, 2023. 

   Darlene was born on August 11, 1936, on the family farm in Elbow Lake Township, Minnesota to Leonard and Sigrid (Nelson) Dahlen. Darlene lost her mother Sigrid at the tender age of 3. Many relatives and even neighbors stepped in to fill the role of...

Barbara Rae (Bates)  Watkins

Barbara Rae (Bates) Watkins

Dec 21, 2023

Barbara Rae Watkins (nee Bates), age 89, passed away peacefully on Thursday December 21, 2023, with her loving family by her side.

Barbara was born in New York, NY on December 29, 1933, to Clifford and Gertrude (Worthen) Bates. When she was an infant, the young family moved to Chicago where they took up residence in the...

Harbans Kaur

Harbans Kaur

Dec 21, 2023

Harbans Kaur, 69, of Wheeling, passed away peacefully on December 21, 2023. She was born on July 5, 1954 in India.

Cremation ceremony is pending.

Robert R. Duda Sr.

Robert R. Duda Sr.

Dec 20, 2023

Robert R. Duda Sr., 75, of Deer Park, passed away peacefully on December 20, 2023. He was born in Chicago, Illinois to the late Frank and Julia Duda, and was raised in Cloverdale.

Bob was an exceptional husband to Louise, his wife of 52 years, and proud father to his sons, Bob and Bill. He was a...

William Gapp

William Gapp

Dec 17, 2023

William (Bill) Gapp passed away peacefully at 87 years of age into the arms of Jesus on Sunday, December 17, 2023, in Barrington, IL, surrounded by his three children. He was born October 24, 1936, in Chicago to William and Estella Gapp. He graduated from Lane Tech High School and served as the editor-in-chief of the Lane Tech Daily...

Lorna Jones

Lorna Jones

Dec 17, 2023

Lorna Jones, artist, master gardener, lover of animals, and friend to many, passed away peacefully on December 17, 2023. She was 103 years old.

A McHenry County, Illinois resident for more than 50 years, Lorna was originally from New Zealand, where she was raised on a dairy farm. She attended Teacher’s Training College after high school, and...

Louise Cronan

Louise Cronan

Dec 15, 2023

Gertrude Louise Cronan, of Barrington, IL and formerly of Morehead City, NC and Trumbull, CT, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 15, 2023, in Barrington, IL at the age of 88. She was born December 8, 1935, in Fairfield, CT, the daughter of the late John and Gertrude Lyons.

Louise graduated from St. Vincent School of Nursing...

Marcia Melody Hollatz

Marcia Melody Hollatz

Dec 14, 2023

Marcia Melody Hollatz, 73 of Grayslake, passed away peacefully on December 14, 2023. She was born on January 7, 1950 in Chicago, Illinois to William and Melody (nee Damon) Hollatz.

From an early age, it was evident that Marcia’s extraordinary intellect set her apart. Her passion for learning led her to skip a grade, a testament to...

Therese Frances Waszak

Therese Frances Waszak

Dec 14, 2023

Long-time Crystal Lake resident, Therese Waszak, died Thursday at JourneyCare in Barrington after a short illness.

Over the years, Therese was involved in many not-for-profit efforts locally, but especially enjoyed the days she spent at Little Christopher resale shop. In retirement, Therese and her husband traveled extensively and cherished the time they spent with family, friends, and...

Eric Collins

Eric Collins

Dec 14, 2023

Eric Collins passed away December 14, 2023, in Madison, WI surrounded by his loving family. He was born December 18, 1961, in Bloomington, IL to Russell and Dorothy Collins. Eric grew up in Russell Springs, KY and proudly served in the United States Navy.

Eric’s family will always remember his beaming smile and his ability to make...

Ruth Daugherty

Ruth Daugherty

Dec 14, 2023

Ruth Ellen (Boo) Daugherty passed away surrounded by family in her residence at the Garlands in Barrington, IL on Thursday, December 14.

Boo is survived by her children Carol (husband Tom) Egan, Charles Jr. (Buzz), Kathy, and Bob (wife Rachel Edelstein); her grandchildren Tom Egan (wife Shannon), Patrick Egan (wife Amanda), Kasia Wawer (husband Chris Novak), and...

Melvin Dale Ursin

Melvin Dale Ursin

Dec 13, 2023

Melvin Dale Ursin, of Buffalo Grove, passed away December 13, 2023 at the age of 88.

He was born July 8, 1935 in Chicago, the son of the late George and Anna (nee Mizalko) Ursin.

Melvin was a proud veteran of the US Army.

Melvin is survived by his wife of 67 years,...

James P. Kordick

James P. Kordick

Dec 13, 2023

James “Jim” Kordick passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family at his home December 13, 2023. He was born June 8, 1944 in Chicago, IL to Adolph and Emily Kordick.

Jim met the love of his life, Barbara (nee Edge), at A.S. Hansen Inc., where they both worked at the time, and married shortly after on...

Thomas P. Kelly, Jr.

Thomas P. Kelly, Jr.

Dec 12, 2023

On Tuesday, December 12, 2023, Tom passed away surrounded by his family.

Tom was born on October 28, 1961 in Evanston, IL. He lived in Arlington Heights, Palatine, Crystal Lake  and resided in McHenry until the time of his passing. His favorite pastime was golf (playing & watching),  spending time in St. Germain, WI and detailing his...

Richard Carl Angileri

Richard Carl Angileri

Dec 12, 2023

Richard Carl Angileri, 77 of Arbor Vitae, WI and formerly Wood Dale, IL, passed away peacefully on December 12, 2023 with his loving family by his side. He was born on July 9, 1946 in Chicago, IL to Frank and Rose (nee Piazza) Angileri.

Richard married the love of his life, Joan, on September 14, 1967 and...

Uriah James Woodin

Uriah James Woodin

Dec 11, 2023

Uriah James Woodin went home to be with the Lord on December 11, 2023, at Lurie Children's Hospital in Chicago. He was born on January 13, 2012, to Margaret and Jonathan Woodin in Chicago. Uriah is survived by his parents; brother, Rex; maternal grandparents, Mark and Gloria Shilkus; paternal grandparents, Gary and Kathleen Woodin; and many aunts, uncles, and...

Susan M. (Ballou)  Rodd

Susan M. (Ballou) Rodd

Dec 10, 2023

Susan Rodd, 64, of Lake in the Hills, passed away on December 10, 2023 in Barrington. Born on June 23, 1959, in Detroit, Susan was a cherished mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, and friend. Her battle with cancer was a true testament to her unwavering strength and strong will.

Susan's life was defined by her unwavering love for...

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