OBITUARIES

Oct 2, 2024

Douglas "Doug" Anthony Dunbar, of LaGrange, Georgia, formerly of Grayslake, Illinois, passed away on October 2, 2024. He was born in Chicago, Illinois, on July 11, 1946, to the late Kenneth Dunbar and Margaret Doyle Dunbar. He graduated from Little Flower High School in Chicago, Illinois, and from Lake Forest College in Lake Forest, Illinois, where he met the...

Oct 1, 2024

Soledad Pineiro 84, a resident of Third Lake, IL, passed away October 1, 2024 at her home.  She was born June 10. 1940 in Irapuato, Gunajuato, Mexico.

Soledad lived in Chicago for 50 years only recently moving to Third Lake.

Soledad is survived by her children Rosa of Chicago, Marta Patricia of Irapuato Mexico) Soledad...

Oct 1, 2024

Barbara Lange, age 83, a resident of Grayslake, IL, passed away on October 1, 2024 at Advocate Condell Medical Center in Libertyville.  She was born on September 24, 1941 in Chicago to Walter and Angeline Ptak.

Barb treasured her time with her children and grandchildren. She had a passion for music, finding joy in playing the piano...

Sep 30, 2024

William Robert Schroeder, age 46, a resident of Crystal Lake passed away unexpectedly at home on September 30, 2024.  He was born November 4, 1977, in Libertyville, IL to Evan Schroeder and Nancy Miltier.

Will entered the Air Force and proudly served our country for four years. He had a beautiful mind that often-sparked intense debates but...

Sep 30, 2024

Richard E. Muhlig, Sr., age 82, a resident of Long Lake, IL passed away on September 30, 2024. He was born on December 3, 1941 in Chicago, Il to Evelyn Muhlig.

Richard is survived by his son, Richard, Jr of Round Lake Park; his grandson, Ricky Ross of Wildwood; and his siblings, Bill (Mary), Tom (Theresa) and...

Sep 25, 2024

Michael Santo Sapienza , age 87, of Grayslake, IL, and a longtime resident of Orland Park, passed away peacefully at his home on the evening of September 25, 2024, surrounded by his devoted wife, youngest daughter, and youngest son. Born in Chicago on April 4, 1937, to Michael and Frances Sapienza, he lived a life rich in love, family,...

Sep 24, 2024

Richard P. (Dick) Reilly, age 77, a resident of Volo, passed away peacefully,  surrounded by family on September 24, 2024 at Lake Forest Hospital.  Dick was born on August 27, 1947 in Bloomington, IL to Thomas F. and Lorraine (nee Froehlke) Reilly.

Dick was the beloved husband of Joyce M (nee Gwozdz) Reilly for 48 years and...

Sep 24, 2024

Mary C. Jones, age 81, a resident of Grayslake, IL, passed away on September 24, 2024.  She was born on February 9, 1943 in Brooklyn, NY to Louis and Mary Wade.

Mary loved her husband and family more than anything. She cherished the time spent with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She and Richard enjoyed traveling and...

Sep 24, 2024

Marie Dejesus Escatel, 82, a resident of Round Lake, IL, passed away September 24, 2024 at her home.

A visitation is scheduled for Wednesday, September 25, 2024 at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030 from 4:00pm until 9:00pm. The funeral mass is scheduled for Thursday, September 26, 2024 at St. Joseph...

Sep 22, 2024

Joel Edward Molidor passed away peacefully at home in the morning hours on September 22, 2024, with his loving, devoted wife, children and 2 grandchildren by his side.  Joel left a legacy of love, faith, service, and laughter.

Joel was born in Waukegan, Illinois on November 9, 1943.  He grew up in Round Lake, IL where he...

Sep 21, 2024

Gregory Edward Troken, age 77, a resident of Round Lake Beach, passed away on September 21, 2024 at Advocate Condell Medical Center in Libertyville, IL.  He was born on September 17, 1947 in Chicago to Edward and Minnie (nee Literski) Troken.

Greg was a proud US Army Veteran. He had a passion for travel, especially to Puerto...

Sep 21, 2024

Alfonso Posterli, 88, a resident of Grayslake, IL passed away on September 21, 2024. He was born on December 29, 1935 in Fontanaluccia, Italy to Ettore and Gelsomina (nee: Bimbi) Posterli. Where he also met the love of his life at first glance, Osanna, and began their beautiful family of four.

Alfonso immigrated to the United States ...

Sep 17, 2024

Elizabeth Ann Olejcak, age 85, a resident of Gurnee, passed away on September 17, 2024 at her home. She was born on April 15, 1939 in Chicago to Gustaf and Estelle Jacobson.

Born Elizabeth Ann Jacobson, she was often referred to as "Boots" in her early years and went by "Betty" later in life. Betty grew up...

Sep 12, 2024

Janet Loretta Shaver, age 86, passed away on September 12, 2024 in Portage, Wisconsin.  She was born on November 5, 1937 in Waukegan, Illinois to John and Loretta (nee Keyser) Opeka. Janet loved spending time in her garden, arts and crafts, making ceramic objects, supporting the Green Bay Packers, and playing volleyball.  She was a lover of animals, especially...

Sep 9, 2024

Kay Frances Libertore, age 91, a resident of Grayslake, ILleft this world on September 9, 2024 at her home and joined the love her life, Jim.  She was born on June 8, 1933 in Chicago to Leroy and Darlene Meineke. She was the sister to Joan Gibson and James Meineke.  Kay was a longtime dog groomer, avid fan of...

Sep 9, 2024

Susan Faye Jensen, a resident of Lindenhurst, IL, passed away on September 9, 2024 at Advocate Condell Medical Center in Libertyville, IL.  Sue was known for her passion for gardening, interior design, vacationing with family and friends (specifically Hawaii), the love for her grandchildren and 2 fur babies (Rosie and Koa). She was a wonderful support/advocate for animal adoption....

Sep 8, 2024

Mark Anthony Stang, 57, a resident of Round Lake Beach, IL, passed away September 8, 2024 at Lutheran General in Park Ridge, IL.  He was born January 20, 1967 in Waukegan, IL to George and Shirley (nee: Dietz) Stang.

Mark was an avid Cubs and Bears fan, loved playing Bingo, and visiting casinos. He loved spending time...

Sep 7, 2024

Elvira Racelis, 77, a resident of Mundelein, IL, passed away September 7, 2024 at Northwestern Medical Center in Lake Forest, IL.  She was born November 5, 1946 in the Philippines Fausto Zaragoza Santos and Lydia Causio Santos.

Elvira enjoyed cooking, singing Karaoke, dancing, and Bingo. Most of all she enjoyed spending time with family and friends.

Sep 5, 2024

Gary Brian Beggan, age 81, a resident of Third Lake, passed away on September 5, 2024. He was born on January 8, 1943 in Watertown, WI to Oliver and Agnes Beggan,

All services were held privately at Ft. Sheridan Cemetery. All funeral arrangements were entrusted to Strang Funeral Chapel, 410 E Belvidere Road, Grayslake, IL 60030. For...

Sep 4, 2024

Austin Scott Raysby, 34, a resident of Park Ridge, IL, was called home to our Lord on September 4, 2024. Austin was born on May 17 th , 1990, and is survived by his parents, Arthur Raysby Sr. and Susan (Barry) McCarty (nee: Torok), his partner in crime Kellie Laudani, his grandparent Ingeborg Torok, his siblings Arthur Raysby Jr....