Barbara J. Czuczor, 81, a resident of Round Lake Beach, IL passed away peacefully at her home in Aitkin, MN on February 2, 2026, surrounded by family. She was born on March 5, 1944 in Chicago to William and Lillian Sorensen.

Barbara was a loving wife of 49 years, Mother, Grandmother and Great Grandmother (GG). Barbara was a long time resident of Round Lake Beach IL. She attended St. Joseph Catholic School. Her Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren brought her the most joy. She was a dialysis patient for over 12 years with a strong drive to enjoy life. Barbara enjoyed Bingo, Crocheting, Needle point, collected butterflies and was very proud of the doll collection she crochet. Barbara Loved to travel with her family including many road trips and a cruise.

Barbara is survived by her daughter, Cynthia Paulsen of Aitkin, MN and her son Douglas (Robin) Czuczor of Round Lake Beach; her grandchildren, Candace Hamilton, Carissa Paulsen, Tyler (Tim) Borghgraef, and Justin (Christina) Myers; her great grandchildren, Julie, Michael, Shelby, Sylas, Nevaeh, Nalani, Aya, Jerrid, Gene, and Caroline; and many nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Marvin L. Czuczor; her brother, William (Kristine) Sorensen; and great granddaughter, Aubrey Borghgraef.

A Memorial Visitation will be held at Strang Funeral Chapel, 410 E Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030 on Thursday, February 12, 2026 from 4pm until 6pm. Interment will be held at Avon Centre Cemetery in Grayslake, IL. For more information, please call (847)223-8122 or visit www.StrangFuneral.org.