OBITUARIES
Local obituaries in Grayslake, Illinois.
Carolyn Mae Zimmerman
Jan 16, 2026
Carolyn Mae Zimmerman passed away on January 16, 2026, at home surrounded by her loving family.She was born on March 7, 1940, in Chicago, Illinois to Edward and Mary Holmstrom and was raised in Oak Park, Illinois.
On November 7, 1959, Carolyn married the love of her life, Ronald G. Zimmerman, and in the early 60’s they settled down in Antioch, Illinois...
Robert R. Krueger
Jan 15, 2026
Robert R. Krueger, 70, a longtime resident of Ingleside, IL. passed away January 15, 2026, at Advocate Lutheran General in Park Ridge, IL. He was born July 18, 1955 in Chicago, IL to Waldemar and Julia Krueger.
Bob was an avid Green Bay Packers fan and loved Fords and muscle cars in general. He was a Supervisor at Watlow in Spring...
Don J. Thompson
Jan 13, 2026
Don J. Thompson, age 68, a resident of Grayslake, IL, passed away at home on January 13, 2026 after a tough battle with pancreatic cancer. Don was born on April 15, 1957 in Chicago to Roy and Nancy Thompson.
Don is survived by his son, Ahri Thompson; and his siblings, Michael (Marie) Thompson and Kathleen (Jerry) Ogden. He was preceded in...
Albert G. Sparrow
Jan 10, 2026
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Albert G. Sparrow, 83, a resident of Grayslake, IL, passed away January 10, 2026, at his home. He was born November 16, 1942, in Bethlehem, PA to Albert and Irene Sparrow.
Al was the beloved husband of Vicki Sparrow, father of Cathy Christensen, Jeff Sparrow, and Gloria Sparrow, grandfather of Kyle Christensen, Cody Christensen, Kelly Christensen, Mya Sparrow, and Kellen Herspold,...
Vanessa Kathryn Nyland
Jan 7, 2026
Vanessa K. Nyland, 45, a resident of Grayslake, IL, passed away on January 7, 2026. She was born on February 3, 1980 in Royal Oak, MI to Miles and Jill Nyland.
Vanessa attended Grayslake Central High School (class of ‘98), where she was active as an athlete in cheerleading, basketball, softball, and track and field. She won the state championship in...
Lauran Fox-Jurka
Jan 7, 2026
Lauran Fox-Jurka, 72, of Johnsburg, IL, passed away on January 7, 2026. A woman whose presence could brighten any room, Lauran lived her life with a rare combination of joy, generosity, and unwavering compassion.
Born into a loving family, she was preceded in death by her father, Larry Fox, her mother, Bernice (nee Niva) Fox, and her sister, Brenda Fox. Their...
Carlen R. Brinser
Jan 6, 2026
Carlen R. Brinser, 88, a resident of Gurnee, IL and formerly of Davenport, IA, passed away January 6, 2026 at Bickford of Gurnee. She was born August 19, 1937 in Cincinnati, OH to Carl and Helen Schuehler.
Carlen graduated from Withrow High School in Cincinnati, OH and later received a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from University of Cincinnati where she...
Mary Katrina Fey
Jan 4, 2026
Mary Katrina Fey, 75, of Wauconda, Illinois, passed away peacefully on January 4, 2026, at her home, surrounded by her loving family and cherished grand puppies.
Born on January 2, 1951, in Blackfoot, Idaho, to Arthur and Clara Gegenheimer, Katrina spent her early years moving frequently due to her father’s career before the family eventually settled in Pennsylvania. These formative experiences...
Laurence "Pat" Clemens
Jan 3, 2026
Laurence Patrick “Pat” Clemens was born on March 7, 1935, in Chicago to Emmerson and Lucille (Clarke). He passed away on January 3, 2026, at Condell Hospital in Libertyville.
Pat married Jennie (Heard) on December 27, 1953, in Dubuque, Iowa. They shared 73 years of marriage.
Pat joined the Marines in 1953; he proudly served and was based at Quantico. After leaving...
Kenneth E. Horcher
Jan 3, 2026
Kenneth E. Horcher, 67, a resident of Mundelein, IL, passed away January 3, 2026 at home surrounded by his beloved family. He was born February 3, 1958 in Evanston, IL to Harold and Helen Horcher.
Ken is survived by his wife of 46 years, Terry Horcher, his daughters Beth (Jeff) German and Sara (Bradley) Petersen, his grandchildren whom lovingly called him...
Yolitzma Garrido
Jan 1, 2026
Yolitzma Garrido, 65, a resident of Grayslake, IL, passed away January 1, 2026, at Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital in Lake Forest, IL, surrounded by family. She was born July 10,1960 in Chicago, IL to Gilberto and Hilda Garrido.
Yo dedicated her life to caring for others, from her early career as a nurse to her role as the heart of the...
Darrel R. Hendrickson
Dec 31, 2025
Darrel R. Hendrickson, 79, a resident of Round Lake Beach, IL, passed away December 31, 2025, at Advocate Condell Medical Center in Libertyville, IL. He was born January 21, 1946 in Greenbush Township, IL to Leroy and Lucille Hendrickson.
Darrel is survived by his wife of 59 years, Susan Hendrickson, his children David (Sharon Finley) Hendrickson and Rebecca (Rick) Cappelli and...
Stacy S. Gilhart
Dec 28, 2025
Stacy S. Gilhart , 66, a resident of Vernon Hills, IL, passed away December 28, 2025. He was born December 9, 1959 in Los Angeles, CA to Stuart and Shirley (Jorgensen) Gilhart.
Stacy is survived by his wife of 44 years, Susan (Downes) Gilhart, his daughters Erin (Russell) Gates, Megan Gilhart, and Molly Gilhart, his grandchildren Liam Gates, Finley Gates and...
John "Jack" S. O'Brien
Dec 27, 2025
John "Jack" S. O'Brien, 88, a resident of Grayslake, IL, passed away December 27, 2025, at his home. He was born February 4, 1937 in Chicago, IL, to John and Joy Adele (Wilson) O'Brien.
Jack is survived by his wife of 67 years, Cathryn O'Brien, his children Jeanne (Jack) Lasheff, Debra "Debbie" (Michael) Borsic, Laura (Jack) McClory, John (Carri) O'Brien, and...
Alex K. Mayfield
Dec 26, 2025
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Alex K. Mayfield, 54, a resident of Hainesville, IL, passed away December 26, 2025 at Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital in Lake Forest, IL. He was born May 12, 1971 in Evanston, IL to Frank and Marynell Mayfield.
Alex is survived by his wife of 30 years, Julie Mayfield, his parents Frank and Marynell Mayfield, and his siblings Matt (Tomoko) Mayfield and...
Mildred Lee Komac
Dec 23, 2025
Mildred Lee Komac, 80, a resident of Round Lake, Il passed away on December 23, 2025 at her home.
She was one of 11 children growing up on a farm in Kentucky, born to Fred and Mary Napier. She has 4 sisters; Jean Petry (deceased), Geneva Knuckles (deceased), Tina Grimaldi, and Kathy Shumate. She has 6 brothers; George (deceased), Randall (deceased),...
Kenneth M. Bundy Sr.
Dec 20, 2025
Kenneth Marion Bundy, Sr
Ken Bundy a resident of Green Oaks, Illinois passed away peacefully on December 20, 2025.
Born July 19, 1936 in Chicago, Illinois, Ken moved to Round Lake Park as a small boy. He graduated from Grayslake High School in 1954. Ken was an Air Force Veteran, based out of Colorado Springs, CO and was later stationed in England,...
Doris Ann Cole
Dec 18, 2025
Doris Ann Cole, 83, a resident of Grayslake, IL, passed away on December 18, 2025, at her home. She was born September 27, 1942, in Shelby, OH, to Beryle (nee: Krofta) and Leroy Huston.
Doris was a devoted wife and best friend to her husband, Lloyd Cole, who preceded her in death, and together they created a home filled with warmth...
Suzanne Sweeney
Dec 15, 2025
Suzanne J. Sweeney, 80, a resident of Fox Lake, IL, passed away December 15, 2025 at Good Shepherd Hospital in Barrington, IL. She was born December 1, 1945 to Harry and Marguerite Carlson.
Suzanne is survived by her sons Raymond (Phadonya) Sweeney and Ryan (Mary Jane) Sweeney, and her grandchildren Novalee (Alex Selepa) Sweeney and Parker Sweeney. She was preceded in...
Eugene P. Czarnik
Dec 15, 2025
Eugene "Gene" Czarnik, 84, beloved husband for 61 years to Arlene (nee Schmidt). Loving father of John (Melanie). Dear son of Benedict and Victoria (nee Bomba) Czarnik, brother of Benedict Czarnik, Jr. Dear uncle and great-uncle of many. Cousin and friend to many. He was an employee of AT&T and affilates for 39 years. All who knew Gene will miss...
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