OBITUARIES

Shirley Rita Valdez, 93, a resident of Long Grove and formerly of Cape Coral, FL and Oak Lawn, IL, passed away at New Perspective in Long Grove, IL.  She was born December 20, 1931, in Chicago, IL, to Marceline (nee: Moody) and Jerry Cosidine.

Shirley is survived by her daughter Mary Kay (Kurt) Kolseth of Hawthorn Woods,...

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of our beloved Nathaniel Kyle Zapata Lee.  He was 24 years old and a resident of Round Lake, IL.  Nathan was born October 22, 2000, in Island Park, IL to Maria Luisa Zapata and Manuel Lee.

Despite all the challenges that came with his health conditions,...

Barbara Linskey (nee Kokum) was born October 4, 1932, in Chicago. Her parents were Isabelle (nee Wheeler) and Barndt Kokum, and her older brother was John Kokum. After moving to Skokie, Barbara attended St. Peter's Catholic School and Niles Township High School, where her writing days began as the editor of the school newspaper. She went on to Beloit...

Judy A. Fonseca-Johnson, 55, a resident of Gurnee, IL passed away at her home.  She was born March 10, 1969 in Yonkers, NY to Americo and Cecelia Fonseca.

Judy enjoyed writing, music, and being a poet.

Judy is survived by her children Deven Johnson, Linnea Johnson, and Miles Stanczak, her siblings Donna (Alan) Newton, Rick...

Carl P. Pharr of Grayslake, recently passed away and is now with his beloved wife of 47 years; Patricia M. Pharr (Scanlon). He leaves behind a legacy of dedication and love. Born on August 28 th , 1939, he lived a life full of adventure and purpose. A proud veteran who served his country in the United State Navy...

Mark E. Gnarro, 67, a resident of Grayslake, IL, passed away May of 2024 at Advocate Condell Medical Center in Libertyville, IL.  He was born July of 1956 in Libertyville to Edward and Gloria Gnarro.

Mark was a veteran having served with the United States Marine Corps.  He graduated from North Park University and was an accomplished...

A visitation will be held at Strang Funeral Chapel, 410 E Road, Grayslake, IL 60030 on Sunday, January 7, 2024 from 4pm until 8pm. A Funeral Mass at Saint Joseph Catholic Church 114 Lincoln Ave. Round Lake, IL. 60073 will be held on Monday, January 8 ,2024 at 9:30. For more information, please call (847)223-8122 or visit www.StrangFuneral.org ....

A visitation will be held at Strang Funeral Chapel, 410 E Road, Grayslake, IL 60030 on Wednesday, November 29, 2023 from 4pm until 8pm. A Funeral Mass at Saint Joseph Catholic Church 114 Lincoln Ave. Round Lake, IL. 60073 will be held on Thursday 30,2023 at 9:30. For more information, please call (847)223-8122 or visit www.StrangFuneral.org .

Mercedes A. Manlick, age 92, a resident of Kenosha, WI passed away peacefully at her home. She was born on May 28, 1931 in Aurburndale, Wisconsin.  She was a loving military wife and a caring and compassionate mother and grandmother.  She is now together again with all of her loved ones who have gone before her.

Mercedes...

Betterose Widran, 94, loving wife of 64 years to the late Sam Widran, much loved daughter to the late Eugene and Lillian Hayden; loving mother of Bonnie (Tom) Wise and Janice Widran (Terry Clutter), devoted aunt to many.

Betterose was a long-time resident of Glencoe and a successful real estate agent on the North Shore. She enjoyed...

Joseph Jonas (Jonas Jozsef) was born on August 9, 1937 in the village of Nemeshetes, Hungary. He is survived by his wife, Marilyn Jonas (nee Hart) and his four children: Julie Jonas, Timothy Jonas, Steven Jonas and Chris Jonas. He is also survived by his grandchildren Conrad, Adrian, Ian and Alexander Jonas and his sister in laws; Lois and...

Thomas Turnbull was born in Mendota, IL on October 20, 1934, the first child of Rev. Roland E. Turnbull and Dorothy M. Turnbull of LaMoille, IL. At the age of 2, the family moved to Batavia, IL. While in the sixth grade the family moved to Alton, IL. Thomas graduated from Alton High School in 1952. He received a...

Susan "Sue" Epker died peacefully in sleep at her home at the age of 81 from an 8 year long battle with Alzheimer's, in Grayslake, IL. Sue was born June 19, 1940, in Waukegan IL. She graduated from Northwestern School of Nursing in 1960 and had a forty-year nursing career. She was known as "Super Sue" in the field....

Roger R. Schultz Jr. a resident of Waukegan, IL passed away after giving us 53 years of his life. Roger was a lover of all music and as a child, at dinner time the family each played their music for the meal, adding to the variety. He played baseball, hockey (which his grandfather John played). He was a black...

Dear, Nicki Garrett (nee: Oliverii), your body has left this Earth, but you are not gone.  You remain a part of me and the world that surrounds all of us.  I will keep safe and cherish the memories of your compassionate heart and your witty sense of humor that could bring me out of my worst mood.  I will...

Our dad read "the obits" every day because he knew that life should be honored, every person has a story and he would want his told.

His story began October 7, 1930. Born in Chicago to parents Edward and Margaret (Hughes), brother Patrick arrived 5 years later. Attended St. Hilary grade school, Niles Township High School and...

Richard E. Smiley was born to Jean Keller and Harold Smiley July 11, 1938 in Chicago, IL. After High School, Richard entered the U.S. Air Force and after basic training took as many of the Military equivalence exams as he could. He was sent directly to flight school and became a pilot of multi-engine aircraft. He achieved the rank...

Joseph L. DeFranco; World War II Veteran of the U.S. Navy. Joe made 7 initial invasions bringing the Marines and heavy artillery to the islands of the South Pacific serving on a landing ship tank; LST 585 Beloved husband of Frances nee: Mirro; Devoted father of James (Vickie nee: Herrmann) Davis, IL-Summerset, Theresa "Terri" (Richard Toole) DeFranco of Cincinnati,...

John Edward Hayes, 63, of Round Lake, Illinois passed away suddenly in Crystal Falls, Michigan. He was doing what he loved, fishing and enjoying life. John was born August 18, 1956 in Evanston, Illinois. He attended Glenbrook North High School in Northbrook, Illinois and graduated in 1975. He began to work for United Parcel Service and retired after 41...

At this time the funeral chapel is taking all precautions regarding the spreading of the virus. We are taking into account the recommendations from the CDC requesting that all gatherings be kept to under 250 people. We do have visitations scheduled and during these visitations we will adhere to these guidelines. This means that you may not be allowed...