Local Barrington, Crystal Lake, and Lake Zurich, IL Obituaries
Marilyn McLendon LeFager
Mar 11, 2026
Marilyn McLendon LeFager, 77, passed away on Wednesday, March 11, 2026. She was the beloved wife of James LeFager for 52 wonderful years and the loving mother of James (Amy) and John (Elizabeth). Her grandchildren—Oliver, Isabel, Kennedi, Myles, and Brooks—were the joy of her life and filled her days with pride and happiness.
Marilyn was preceded in death by her parents,...
Cheryl Grzybek
Mar 11, 2026
Cheryl Grzybek, 78 years of age and long-time resident of Crystal Lake, Illinois, passed away on March 11, 2026, surrounded by her family.
She was born on November 3, 1947, in Chicago, Illinois, to the late Martin Altman and Laverne McMahon (Ehlebracht). She was united in marriage to Lawrence “Larry” J. Grzybek on February 27, 1971.
Cheryl is survived by her loving...
Herbert James Meyer Jr
Mar 10, 2026
Herbert James Meyer Jr., 70 years of age and resident of West Dundee, Illinois, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Tuesday, March 10, 2026.
He was born on January 26, 1956, in Davenport, Iowa, to the late Herbert James Meyer Sr. and JoAnne Louise McDonnell. On October 8, 1983, Herb married Dawn Lynn Stevens in Mount Prospect, Illinois. They...
Max Sahinoglu
Mar 9, 2026
Maximilian C. Sahinoglu passed away unexpectedly in a car accident on Monday, March 9, 2026.
Max was born on December 20, 2008, in Chicago to Yigit Sahinoglu and Jennifer Ceran Sahinoglu, joining his proud older brother, Alex. He was raised in Barrington, Illinois, where life was all about sports, friends, and finding a way to make every day more fun. He...
Dianna Katherine Poulos
Mar 8, 2026
Dianna Poulos, age 44, passed away on March 8, 2026, in Chicago, Illinois. She will be remembered for her compassion, her dedication to helping others, and the deep love she shared with her family, friends, and the many lives she touched through her work.
Dianna was a Board Certified Behavior Analyst who spent her career working with children diagnosed with autism...
Steven A. Pinkley
2026
Steven A. Pinkley, 66, of Cary, passed away on March 8, 2026. He was born on May 13, 1959 in Elgin, IL to Thomas and Joyce Pinkley.
Full obituary is pending.
A Celebration of Steven’s life will be held at a later date.
Bill Speechley
Mar 8, 2026
William Edwin Speechley, of Crystal Lake, passed away surrounded by his beloved family on Sunday, March 8, 2026 at the age of 80.
He was born November 24, 1945 in Elgin, the son of the late Edwin Joseph and Evelyn Bernice (Nuhn) Speechley.
Bill was a proud veteran of the United States Navy, earning the Vietnam Service Medal. On October 17, 1987,...
Frances Edna Parker
Mar 7, 2026
Frances E. Parker, 92, of Encore Village in Schaumburg, Illinois, passed away peacefully after a courageous 12-year battle with complications from Parkinson’s disease.
Fran is survived by her three devoted sons: George, John and his wife Heather, and David and his wife Tracy; her four cherished grandchildren: Nicholaus, Michaela, Sarah, and Daniel; and one beloved great-grandchild, Amelia. She was a loving...
Sharon Ruth Myers
Mar 7, 2026
Sharon Ruth (Stene) Myers passed away on March 7, 2026, following prolonged health challenges. She was born on October 23, 1946, in Elgin, IL, and was the daughter of Arvin and Erna (Loechelt) Stene.
Sharon attended Lowrie Grade School, Abbott Junior High, and was in the first class to graduate Larkin High School in 1964. She graduated from Ellis Business College...
Mary J. Gehrke
Mar 7, 2026
Mary J. Gehrke, of Hoffman Estates, passed away peacefully with her beloved family at her side on Saturday, March 7, 2026 at the age of 79.
She was born May 28, 1946 in Chicago, the daughter of the late John and Rita (Bucur) Jacob.
Mary devoted 34 years to teaching at Spalding High School in Chicago, where she left a lasting mark...
Nita Louise Bialk
Mar 7, 2026
Nita L. Bialk, of Buffalo Grove, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 7, 2026 at the age of 83.
She was born November 2, 1942 in Chicago, the daughter of the late John and Isabel Mendicino.
Nita found joy in many simple pleasures. She loved shopping and had a passion for baking, sewing, and crocheting. She also enjoyed reading, especially The Power...
Martha S. Istvan
Mar 7, 2026
Martha S. Istvan, 94, of Barrington, IL passed away peacefully on March 7, 2026. She was born December 11, 1931 on a farm in rural Berlin Heights, OH. A private family celebration of life will be held.
Born on a farm in rural Berlin Heights, Ohio 94 years ago, Martha was the seventh child of Christina and Michael Sekerak. As the...
Robert Michael Casey
Mar 6, 2026
Bob Casey passed away peacefully at home on March 6, 2026, 9 days before his 46th wedding anniversary. He was surrounded in love by his wife, Kathy (aka Flo) and his sister-in-law, Janet (aka Nurse Kratchitt).
Bob was born on August 27, 1944 to Johanna Elaine Bonhorst and Theodore Matthew Casey at New York Hospital in New York City. Bob was...
Juris "Huey" Girgens
Mar 6, 2026
Juris “Huey” Girgens passed away peacefully on March 6, 2026, surrounded by his loved ones. Huey leaves behind his devoted wife, Geraldine “Gerri” Girgens, whom he married on January 15, 1977, as well as his loving sons: James M. Miller (married to Alma), Gary K. Miller (married to Kelli), and Scott A. Miller (married to Tracy).
Huey was a man who...
Michael J. Chiodo
Mar 4, 2026
Michael J. Chiodo, 85, of Wood Dale, died peacefully on March 4, 2026.
Michael was born in Chicago on July 27, 1940, to parents Anthony and Marion (nee Cipperoni) Chiodo.
Michael spent his career working for the Chicago Police Department where he ascended the ranks from patrol to vice to detective, then sergeant, and lieutenant. He sought early retirement to care for...
Dario Francescatti
Mar 4, 2026
Darius S. Francescatti, MD, JD, FACS, passed away peacefully at his home on March 4, 2026, surrounded by his family.
Dario was born in 1940 on the north side of Chicago. He served his country in the United States Air Force from 1959-1965. He was married to his wife, Janet, for 53 years. Together they raised six children.
Dario earned his Bachelor...
Edith Jones
Mar 3, 2026
Edith Jones, 90, a long time resident of Buffalo Grove, passed away peacefully on March 3, 2026. She was born on August 15, 1935 in Rostock, Germany to the late Karl and Kate Konow.
Full obituary is pending.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, March 11, 2026 from 10 AM until the funeral mass at 11 AM at St. Mary Parish, 10...
Anne Andrzejewski
Mar 2, 2026
Anne Andrzejewski, 77, passed away peacefully on March 2, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. She was born on August 12, 1948, in Waterford, Ireland to the late William and Margaret Shanahan.
As a young woman, Anne studied in London, where fate stepped in at a dance. There she met her future husband, David, who was serving in the...
Sharon Lee Cobb
Feb 27, 2026
Sharon Lee Cobb, 69, of North Barrington, passed away peacefully at home on February 27, 2026. She was born on January 17, 1957 at Fort Benning, GA to the late William and Joyce Storms.
Sharon grew up in Westchester County, New York and was immensely proud to be a New Yorker. She graduated in 1975 from Barrington High School and went...
Georgene Frances Besse
Feb 25, 2026
Georgene Frances Besse, 92, formerly of Huntley, Illinois, passed away peacefully on February 25, 2026. She was born on June 12, 1933, in Congress Park, Illinois, to Mariano and Virginia (Rocca) Guzzardo.
Georgene was a devoted mother who dedicated her life to her two daughters, Ginny and Donna. As a single mother, she exemplified strength, determination, and love. Later in life,...
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