OBITUARIES

Sep 28, 2025

Robert F. Blasius, 85, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 28, 2025 at the Villages of Victory Lakes.

Born August 16, 1940 in Fremont Center, the son of Louis and Lucille Blasius, Bob was a lifelong Grayslake resident. He married Sue Behm in 1964, and together raised three children. A pillar of Grayslake, Bob worked at the Post Office for 40...

Sep 25, 2025

 Valerie E. Jones, 64, sadly passed away September 25, 2025 from unexpected natural causes. She was born December 30, 1960 in Peoria, IL to Ronald and Verlee Jones, and grew up in Grayslake Il. Ever since she was a little girl, Valerie had a very strong love of family. She always wanted to know how everyone was doing, what they...

Sep 24, 2025

Edward J. Baumeister, 85, a resident of Park City, IL, passed away on September 24, 2025 at Capt. James A. Lovell Federal Health Care Center in North Chicago, IL. He was born on October 24, 1939 in Burlington, WI to Edward and Dorothy Baumeister.

Edward (also known as Bud or Sonny) passed away surrounded by family. He was a devoted husband...

Sep 24, 2025

Richard Baum, a long-time resident of Grayslake, IL passed away on September 24, 2025 at the age of 84. Richard and his wife, Corrine, were Grayslake business owners in the 1960’s and 1970’s. They owned Richie’s Kitchen (now known as Whitney Street Inn). It was frequented by sports legends, Bobby Hull and Stan Mikita. Richard and his brother, Billy were...

Sep 24, 2025

Edward R. Sikora, age 74, a resident of Spring Grove, IL passed away on September 24, 2025 at Northwestern Hospital in McHenry, IL. Ed was born on June 2, 1951 in Chicago, IL to Rose and Louis Sikora.

Ed was a proud three-sport athlete in his youth and carried that competitive spirit throughout his life. He was a single father for...

Sep 19, 2025

Beloved Father, Grandfather, and Faithful Servant With profound sadness and abiding faith in the promise of eternal life, we announce the passing of Vincent Louis Sassano, who departed this world peacefully on Friday, September 19th, surrounded by his loving family. Guided by his Catholic faith throughout his life, Vincent now finds everlasting rest, joyfully reunited with his beloved wife, Nancy,...

Sep 19, 2025

Patrick Albert Maculan, 62, went to be with his Lord and Savior on September 19, 2025. He was the kind and caring husband of Diana for 33 years (Sept anniversary) and loved the retired life he spent simply with their English Setter dogs Dorian, Maya, and Bella and cat Jefferson. Always an animal lover, he gave a loving home to...

Sep 15, 2025

Harry H. Swieca, Jr. age 75, died on Monday, September 15, 2025 at Alta Rehab in Wauconda, IL. He was born in Chicago to Harry and Helen Swieca. He grew up in the Damen and Armitage area of Chicago and attended Tuley High School, graduating in 1968. While at Tuley, Harry played the trumpet in a Drum and Bugle Corp...

Sep 13, 2025

Marilynn R. Walters, 83, a resident of Mundelein, IL, passed away September 13, 2025 at her home.  She was born October 8, 1941 in Chicago, IL to Robert and Anne Roelle. 

Marilynn was a member of Calvary Presbyterian Church in Round Lake, IL, Wildwood Presbyterian Church in Grayslake, IL, and the Grayslake Lions Club.  She taught for 32 years primarily at...

Sep 13, 2025

Juan Pasillas Zamora, 81, a resident of Waukegan, IL, passed away surrounded by family September 13, 2025 at St. Catherine's Hospital in Kenosha, WI.  He was born June 26, 1944 in Mexico to Jose Zamora Cardoza and Ma. de la Luz Pasillas.  

Juan retired from Anderson Die Castings after many years of service.  He enjoyed telling stories, watching old TV...

Sep 4, 2025

Eric D. Haisch, 46, a resident of Merrillville, IN, passed away September 4, 2025.  He was born June 29, 1979 in Chicago, IL to Carol and Donald Haisch.  

Eric was a veteran of the US Navy.  He enjoyed fast cars, working with his hands, and sports, especially baseball.  Eric was the life of the party, was known for his goofy...

Aug 30, 2025

Hope Angelena Ziemann, beloved daughter of Robert N Ziemann of Palatine, and Sheri L Ziemann of Vernon Hills, passed away in Waukegan on Saturday, August 30, 2025. Hope was born in Evanston, Illinois on October 24, 1994.

Hope was an adored child, and a talented musician, who showed her talent for music by playing a keyboard by ear when she was...

Aug 30, 2025

Don R. Cugier, 89, a resident of Grayslake, IL, passed away peacefully and entered eternal life on August 30, 2025, at Advocate Condell Medical Center in Libertyville, IL. Don was born on December 27, 1935, to Harry and Alice Cugier. He grew up in Lake Villa, IL and attended Antioch High School, ultimately getting a Master's degree in education from...

Aug 28, 2025

On August 28, 2025, Margaret “Missy” Pape passed away with her loving family by her side. Missy was born on June 27, 1945, in Chicago, Illinois, to Marion and Robert Heim, also of Chicago. 

She graduated from St. Benedict High School in 1963 and was married to Charles Pape, her high school sweetheart, for over 60 years! Missy dedicated her life...

Aug 28, 2025

Marianna Michalczyk, age 90, went home to be with the Lord on August 28,2025, surrounded by the love and prayers of her Family. She was born on May 22, 1935 in Poland to Karol and Franciszka Matuszczyk.

She loved God and lived for Family. Marianna took great pride in her children and grandchildren, never missing a chance to share their accomplishments...

Aug 27, 2025

Bonni E. Cholewa, 74, a resident of Grayslake, IL, passed away August 27, 2025, at Avantara in Libertyville, IL.  She was born November 14, 1950 in Chicago, IL to Elaine and Joseph Cholewa.  

Bonni worked as a professional daycare provider for 6 weeks to 6 years of aged children.  She poured her heart out to over sixty kids.  So much...

Aug 24, 2025

LeNora Marie Norwood, aged 76, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 24, 2025, in Gurnee, Illinois, surrounded by the love of her immediate family after a courageous battle with HPV-negative head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC). Born on October 8, 1948, in Chicago, Illinois, to Frank M. and Dolores M. Cyman, LeNora lived a life defined by dedication,...

Aug 20, 2025

Miguel A. Garcia Perez, 55, a resident of Round Lake Beach, IL, passed away August 20, 2025, at his home. He was born September 29, 1969, in Mexico.

A visitation is scheduled for Sunday, August 24, 2025, at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030 from 3:00pm until 7:00pm. The funeral mass...

Aug 18, 2025

Olga Strel, age 96, of Wildwood, IL, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones August 18, 2025.

Born on February 9, 1929, in Chicago, Illinois, to Stanley and Sophie (nee: Holdis) Pelczarski, Olga's Long life was marked by an enduring love for her family, her community and the joyous rhythms of the polka.

She was...

Aug 18, 2025

Craig S. Nielsen, 61, of Grayslake, IL, passed away on August 18, 2025 at Northwestern Hospital in Lake Forest, IL. He was born on March 24, 1964 in Arlington Heights, IL to Chatfield and Camilla Nielsen.

Craig loved his family, the Chicago Bears, mystery novels, and his recliner in that order. After graduating from Augustana College in...