OBITUARIES

Jun 1, 2024

Donald Drew Chatten, 61, of Racine, formerly of Grayslake, passed away at his residence on Saturday, June 1, 2024. He was born in Park Forest, Illinois on August 23, 1962, the son of Daniel Franklin and Joan Louise (nee Anderson) Chatten. Don received his bachelor's degree from Winona State University and had a successful career in sales. Don enjoyed...

May 31, 2024

Richard R. Quinn 71, a resident of Grayslake, IL, passed away May 31, 2024 at his home surrounded by his family. He was born May 4, 1953 in Evanston, IL to Clarence and Dolores Quinn.

Richard grew up in Lake Zurich and was a member of the 1971 graduating class of Lake Zurich High School.  He attended...

May 25, 2024

Lee A. Zielonka, age 68, a resident of Grayslake, IL passed away on May 25, 2024 at Northwestern Hospital in Chicago, IL.  He was born on February 22, 1956 in Chicago, IL to Rose Ackerman and John Zielonka. Lee loved to ride his three-wheel motorcycle every Sunday in the summer.

Lee is survived by his wife of...

May 23, 2024

In Loving Memory of Brian: Educator, Leader, Coach, Mentor

Brian J. Rogers, 59, a resident of Grayslake, IL, passed away May 23, 2024 at his home.  He was born July 8, 1964 to Robert and Dolores Rogers in Park Ridge, IL.

With heavy hearts, we mourn the loss of Brian (Bri, Rog, BRog) a remarkable...

May 23, 2024

Victoria Libelia Lasso, age 90, a resident of Round Lake Beach, IL, passed away on May 23, 2024 surrounded by her loving family.  She was born on December 12, 1933 in Ecuador.

Victoria is survived by her children, Cecilia Knopfhart, Carlos Lasso, Mariana Lasso, Raul Lasso, Elena Lasso, Patricia Lopez, Maurico Lasso, Giovanni Lasso, and Liz Vazquez;...

May 21, 2024

Herbert S. Ardell III, 91, a resident of Grayslake, IL, passed away May 21, 2024 at his home.  He was born July 1, 1932 in Williamsport, PA to Herbert and Kathryn Ardell.

He grew up in Marlinton, WV.  After high School he joined the U.S. Army and served as a paratrooper in the 82 nd Airborne.  In...

May 12, 2024

Donna Epstein (nee Twitchell), born on June 3, 1951, passed away on May 12, 2024.  Donna grew up in Seward, Alaska, where she lived until 1964 when a major earthquake destroyed their home. She moved to Anchorage, where she met the love of her life, Ira Epstein from Skokie, Illinois.  He was a Sergeant in the U.S. Air Force...

May 11, 2024

Lettie Jane Leininger (nee Rentschler) passed away on Saturday, May 11, 2024 at the age of 94.  Lettie was born in Rochester, Indiana on February 17, 1930 to Clarence and Virginia Rentschler, the oldest of four daughters.  She grew up on a farm outside Fulton Indiana and attended Manchester College receiving a Bachelors degree in Home Economics.  She married...

May 11, 2024

Grazyna "Grace" C. Niemczura, 83, a resident of Grayslake, IL, passed away Saturday, May 11, 2024 at Hillcrest Nursing Center in Round Lake Beach, IL.  She was born October 15, 1940 in Poland to Jozef and Stefania Niemczura.

Grace being a U.S.A. citizen, she came to the United States in 1957, graduated from the University of Illinois...

May 10, 2024

Robert J. Rutecki, 80, a resident of Round Lake Park, IL, passed away May 10, 2024 at Advocate Condell Medical Center in Libertyville, IL.  He was born June 16, 1943 in Chicago, IL to John and Mildred Rutecki.

Robert was a Vietnam War veteran having served with the US Army.  He worked for the Round Lake Schools...

May 10, 2024

Our beloved mother, Marvis Leone Brinegar, born January 8 th , 1939, in Milaca, Minnesota. She passed away, May 10 th , 2024, in Lindenhurst, Illinois.

Marvis was born to Carl Albert Borg and Clara Belle Johnston, had five sisters – Doris, Joyce, Barbara, Melva, and Gloria.

Marvis and her sisters, Barbara and Melva, were...

May 7, 2024

Jo Ann (Joie) (nee Robinson) Bledsoe, age 91, a resident of Grayslake, passed away Tuesday, May 7, 2024, at Brookdale Hawthorn Parkway Senior Living Facility in Vernon Hills. She was born April 26, 1933 in Chicago to Eldridge and Katherine (nee Rafferty) Robinson. She worked at the Waukegan office of Chicago Title and Trust during the 1970's. Jo Ann...

May 6, 2024

Arline June (nee: Jarrett) Norkus, 91, a resident of Grayslake, IL, passed away May 6, 2024 at her home.  She was born January 8, 1933 in Chicago, IL to Walter and June Jarrett.

Arline is survived by her husband of 66 years, Raymond Louis, whom she wed on October 19, 1957 in Glenview, IL, her children John...

May 5, 2024

Robert "Bob" Michael Rozzoni, 78, passed away peacefully on May 5, 2024 at Advocate Condell Medical Center in Libertyville, IL with his wife, Barbara, at his side.  He lost a courageous battle with lung cancer.  Bob was born in Racine, WI on October 8, 1945 to Mario and Anna (nee Greco) Rozzoni.  He was united in marriage to Barbara...

May 5, 2024

Steven Glenn Feltner, 54, tragically left us on Sunday May 5th, 2024. He was born on February 9th, 1970 in Waukegan, Illinois to Drenda Saylor (Feltner).

Steven lived a full life and never met a stranger that didn't become a friend. He loved his family, ice fishing, boating, camping and grilling. Never without a Marlboro and music,...

May 1, 2024

Sharon M. Gregory, 72, a resident of Lake Villa, IL, passed away peacefully at her home on May 1, 2024.  She was born August 7, 1951 in Chicago, IL to Gerald and Nora Lee Kopanksi.

Sharon dedicated her career to A Safe Place (Waukegan/Zion, IL) as a director for more than 20 years before she retired.  Sharon...

May 1, 2024

Steven Kinderman, 67, a resident of Round Lake Beach, IL, passed away May 1, 2024 at his home.  He was born April 23, 1957 in Chicago, IL to Richard and Marjorie Kinderman.

Steven is a fan of martial arts, and in 1989 he became a black belt in Tai Kwon Do.

Steven is survived by...

Apr 29, 2024

Helen Monica (Donahue) Hintz, age 86, a resident of Grayslake, IL, passed away on April 29, 2024, at her home.  She was born on August 25, 1937, in Stillwater, MN to John and Agnes (Lavelle) Donahue.  She was the baby of eight siblings and was raised in Erin Prairie, WI on the family farm. Helen graduated from New Richmond...

Apr 27, 2024

Joseph C Calcese Jr,, 62, a resident of Round Lake Beach, Il, passed away April 27, 2024 at Advocate Lutheran General Hospital in Park Ridge IL.  He was born May 25 1961 in Chicago, IL to Joseph and Georgette.

Joe was an amazing husband, grandfather, brother and friend.  His presence could fill a room. He had a...

Apr 26, 2024

Lorraine A. Johnson of Grayslake Illinois passed away on April 26, 2024, surrounded by her devoted family. Lorraine was the beloved wife of William James Johnson(deceased), a retired Chicago Firefighter.  Loving mother of Patricia (Tom) McGovern, Linda (Bill) Foley and David (Janet) Johnson, proud grandmother of Melissa and Cody Johnson and Heather (Rob)Bendorovich and great grandmother of Brooklyn and...