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

Keith Alan Stoeger

Keith Alan Stoeger

Jul 15, 2026

Keith A. Stoeger, 77, of Lakewood passed away at Journey Care Hospice in Barrington, IL on July 15th, 2026.

Keith was born on August 17th, 1948, to George and Ila Stoeger and grew up in Chicago’s Edison Park neighborhood where he graduated from Taft Hight School in 1966. Following high school, he joined the Marine Corps and served two tours of...

Skip Fisher

Skip Fisher

Jul 21, 2026

Bernard M Fisher (Skip), 73, of Hoffman Estates, IL, passed away peacefully on July 21, 2026, after a courageous and lengthy illness.

He is survived by his devoted wife, Kristen (Kempf) Fisher; his three children; and many extended family members and cherished friends who will forever hold his memory close to their hearts.

Born on March 18,1953, in Indianapolis, IN, Skip was...

Paul Joseph McFadden Sr

Paul Joseph McFadden Sr

2026

A Life Well-Lived, Shared, and Captured

Born a farmboy, he never lost his connection to the land or his appreciation for honest work.

His adventurous spirit led him to serve his country as an Airman, which later paved the way for a career as a dedicated American Airlines employee.

He was a man of diverse passions, an artist who captured the world with...

Edward Carlton

Edward Carlton

Aug 28, 2026

Edward Carlton, 89, of Barrington, passed away peacefully on August 28, 2026. He was born on October 7, 1936 in Jersey City, NJ to the late Edward and Mary Carlton. 

Full obituary and services are pending.

Leland Karolak

Leland Karolak

Aug 27, 2026

Leland Karolak, of Westchester, IL, passed away peacefully on August 27, 2026, at the age of 92. He was born in Chicago on September 20, 1933 to the late Adam and Jane Karolak.

Leland proudly served his country as a veteran of the United States Army. On November 24, 1956, he was united in marriage to Alma Anthony. Together they shared...

Sharon Lucille Anderson

Sharon Lucille Anderson

Aug 26, 2026

Sharon Lucille Anderson, 87, of Belvidere, Illinois, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 26, 2026. Until very recently, Sharon had taken great pride in her natural healthy life and avoided all doctor visits for the past several decades! She told everyone, “my grandmother lived to be 103, I plan to make it to 104!” Sadly, following a serious fall on...

Susan Lynn Koehler

Susan Lynn Koehler

Aug 25, 2026

Susan Koehler, precious daughter of Richard and Jeanne, passed away peacefully on August 25, 2026 at JourneyCare Hospice in Barrington, Illinois. She was born on March 28, 1968 in Hinsdale, Illinois.

Along with her parents, Susan is survived by aunts and uncles, Joan (John) Dumelle and Joanne Zielinski; cousins, John (Cindy), Debbie (Kurt), Richard, Marc (Nancy), and David; as well as...

Joan M. Olson

Joan M. Olson

Aug 24, 2026

Joan M. Olson, née Killinger, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully at her home in Barrington Hills, Illinois, on August 24, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.

Joan married her high school sweetheart, Donald “Don” Olson, and together they celebrated an extraordinary 67 years of marriage. Their life together was a true partnership—one built on love, family, hard...

Anthony "Tony" Daniello

Anthony "Tony" Daniello

Aug 23, 2026

Anthony “Tony” Edward Daniello, 85, of Crystal Lake, passed away peacefully on August 23, 2026 surrounded by his loving family. He was born on February 12, 1941 in Chicago, IL to the late James and Emily Daniello.

Tony shared 52 wonderful years of marriage with his beloved wife, Diane, whom he married on October 6, 1973. Together, they built a life...

Yvonne E. Idec

Yvonne E. Idec

Aug 23, 2026

Yvonne E. Idec, 102, of Crystal Lake, passed away peacefully on August 23, 2026 surrounded by her loving family. She was born on June 6, 1924  in Chicago, IL to the late Charles and Ida Smith.

Full obituary is pending.

Graveside service will be held privately by her family.

Grayce Joan Tyszko

Grayce Joan Tyszko

Aug 21, 2026

Grayce Joan (Puttkover) Tyszko, just shy of 92, from Lake Zurich, Illinois entered her eternal rest on Friday, August 21, 2026. A faithful servant, loving matriarch, social advocate, and friend to all, Grayce lived life to its fullest, stating there was still so much she wanted to do at the age of 91. She was said to have rose-colored glasses,...

Donald Philip Rubino

Donald Philip Rubino

Aug 19, 2026

Donald Philip Rubino, MD, FACP, age 90, of Barrington, Illinois, passed away peacefully at his home on August 19, 2026, in Marion, Iowa, surrounded by his family. Don was born on August 26, 1935, in Chicago, Illinois, to Frank and Angelina Rubino.

Don was a devoted husband, father, and family man. He grew up in Chicago where he met his wife,...

Casey Joseph Deibel

Casey Joseph Deibel

Aug 19, 2026

Casey Deibel, of Oakwood Hills, passed away unexpectedly on August 19, 2026, his 45th birthday, following a long and valiant health battle. He was born on August 19, 1981, in Barrington, Illinois, to Karen (nee Kovarik) and Scott Deibel.

Casey was a man who enjoyed keeping busy and always had something to tinker with. A talented mechanic, he loved figuring out...

Norbert Edgar Schuelke

Norbert Edgar Schuelke

Aug 18, 2026

Norbert E Schuelke, lovingly known as “Norb”, of Algonquin, IL, passed away peacefully into the arms of his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on August 18, 2026. He was 70 years old.

He was born to parents Elvin & Esther (Voland) Schuelke, October 14, 1955 in Treysa, Germany. The family moved to Chicago and later to Palatine, Illinois. Norb graduated from...

Lilavati V. Patel

Lilavati V. Patel

Aug 17, 2026

Lilavati V. Patel, 81, died peacefully on Monday, August 17, 2026, at Saint Francis Hospital in Evanston. 

Funeral will be Thursday, August 20, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Davenport Family Funeral Home, 941 S. Old Rand Road, Lake Zurich, IL 60047.

Franz E. Wolff

Franz E. Wolff

Aug 16, 2026

Franz Wolff, 81, died on August 16, 2026, after a protracted battle with a progressive respiratory condition. Born into a family of watchmakers, Franz was the youngest of three sons of Katherine Wolff (née Schmidt) and Leroy Wolff.

Growing up in Elgin, Franz attended Illinois Park Elementary School and graduated from Elgin High School, where he co-edited the school newspaper, The...

Roy Eugene Prince Jr

Roy Eugene Prince Jr

Aug 15, 2026

Roy Eugene Prince, Jr., 78, of Cary, Illinois, passed away on Saturday, August 15, 2026. He was born on January 5, 1948 in Chicago, the son of the late Roy and Dorothy (Nebel) Prince, Sr.

Roy was a proud veteran of the United States Army, serving during the Vietnam War from 1969 until he was honorably discharged in 1972.

Roy met Donna...

Darleen Volant

Darleen Volant

Aug 14, 2026

Darleen Volant, 66, of Crystal Lake, passed away on Friday, August 14, 2026. She was born February 23, 1960, in Oak Park, Illinois, the only child of the late Richard and Marion (Czarny) Janowick.

Darleen worked for the McHenry County Health Department and was a longtime member of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church in Crystal Lake. Strong, selfless and compassionate,...

Bob Foster

Bob Foster

Aug 12, 2026

Charles “Bob” Robert Foster, 93, of Lake Barrington Woods, died peacefully on Wednesday, August 12, 2026, in his home.

Bob was born in Blue Island, Illinois on August 9, 1933, to parents Theodore Guest and Gladys Helene (nee Young) Foster. In 1952, Bob was the Illinois State Wrestling Champion. Bob was a proud veteran of the United States Army, serving his...

Gregory Robert Lewis

Gregory Robert Lewis

Aug 11, 2026

Gregory Robert Lewis, 83, passed away peacefully in the presence of his family on August 11, 2026. He is survived by his wife of fifty-five years, Katherine (nee Ekholm), his three children Brooks (wife Suzanne), Heather (husband Aaron) and Andrea (husband Brian), and his grandchildren Connor, Brandon, Kaitlyn, Isaiah, Ethan, Cole, Brynn, Annika and bonus grandson Jonah. Greg is also survived by his two brothers,...