OBITUARIES

Dec 23, 2024

Terrence "Terry" Walter Reeder, a devoted husband, loving father, cherished grandfather, and loyal friend, passed away peacefully on December 23, 2024, surrounded by his loving family.

Terry was born June 20, 1953, in Racine, WI, to Alice and James Reeder. After living in Kenosha, WI, the family moved to Park Ridge, IL. He graduated from Maine South...

Dec 23, 2024

Dominic M. Squillaci Jr., 93, a resident of Grayslake, IL, passed away December 23, 2024, at Advocate Condell Medical Center in Libertyville, IL.  He was born November 30, 1931, in Chicago, IL to Dominic Sr. and Grace (nee Lipari) Squillaci.  He was preceded in death by his wife of 68 years, Rosemarie, his brothers Joseph (Mary Ann), sister Rosalie...

Dec 19, 2024

Alexander Andrew Hughes, age 38, of Hainesville, IL, passed away on December 19, 2024 at his home.  Alex was born on May 20, 1986 in Lake Forest, IL to Stephen and Ann Marie (nee Stark) Hughes.

Alexander, affectionately known as Al, was a kind, humorous, and selfless soul who brightened the lives of all who knew him....

Dec 17, 2024

John "Jack" R. Wade, Jr., age 81, of Grayslake, IL, passed away on December 17, 2024 at his home.  He was born on August 3, 1943 in Evanston, IL to John Sr. and Catherine (nee Mahoney) Wade.

Jack's greatest love was his family and friends, of which he had many of both. Jack had that warm friendly...

Dec 17, 2024

Pleas "Lee" Brewer, age 84, of Lakemoor, IL, passed away on December 17, 2024 at JourneyCare Hospice Center in Barrington, IL.  He was born on January 14, 1940 in Gray, KY to Pleas and Viola (nee Engle) Brewer.

Lee moved to Chicago from Kentucky in 1965 with Jessie. They were looking for a better life than Kentucky...

Dec 16, 2024

Heidi L. Johnson, 74, a resident of Gurnee, IL, passed away December 16, 2024, at her home.  She was born September 22, 1950, in Chicago, IL to Donald and Kathryn (nee: Kirkwood) Johnson.

Heidi was a strong, loving, caring, helpful, funny person.  Her strength was an inspiration. She loved spending time with her family and her fur...

Dec 15, 2024

Lester "Ray" Linder, age 84, of Hainesville, IL, formerly of Salem IL, passed away on December 15, 2024, at home.  He was born July 14, 1940, in Randolph, IL.  An army veteran, he was the son of the late Henry and Leota (Wells) Linder.

Ray married his high school sweetheart, Gloria "Jean" (Buchanan) Linder on June 14,...

Dec 10, 2024

Rae Anne (Utermark) Yost, 88 of Grayslake, IL formerly Gurnee, IL passed away Tuesday, December 10, 2024. She was born and raised in Chicago, IL, and attended Carl Schurz High School where she met and married her high school sweetheart, James W. Yost.  They were married for 61 years. Rae Anne began her work career as a telephone operator...

Dec 9, 2024

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Matthew Bryan Gerwin, of Round Lake, Illinois, who suddenly passed in his home on December 9, 2024, at the age of 42. Matthew is survived by his loving wife, Milena of 11 years of marriage, whom he married on October 11, 2013; his sons Lucas Mathew and Benjamin...

Dec 8, 2024

Julie Ann Abbinanti, 61, a resident of Lake Villa, passed away December 8, 2024 at her home.  She was born July 27, 1963 in Libertyville, IL to Dale and Loretta Zoe Steinhaus.

Julie was an avid gardener especially gardening in her flower beds.  She loved her dogs and worked part time as a Vet Tech.  Julie liked...

Dec 8, 2024

Harry D. McDonald, 88, of Gurnee, IL, passed away on December 8, 2024. He was born September 25,1936 in Libertyville, Illinois to Harry and Rebecca (nee Black) McDonald. He was a member of St. John Lutheran Church in Libertyville. He served in the army, stationed in Germany. In 2001 Harry retired from the biomedical department at the VA Medical...

Dec 6, 2024

John Vincent Majerowski passed away on Friday December 6, 2024, at his home.  He was born January 18, 1971, to Robert & Suzanne Majerowski of Niles, Illinois.  John is the proud father of John "Jack" Montgomery and Landin Jacob and the dear loving friend of former spouse Amanda.  He's the loving brother of Rob and Laura.

John...

Dec 6, 2024

James L. Willer, 83, a resident of Grayslake, IL passed away December 6, 2024 at Advocate Condell Medical Center in Libertyville, IL.  He was born May 5, 1941 in Blue Earth, MN.

James was a veteran having served with the United States Marine Corps and was a member of the American Legion.  He was also a member...

Dec 6, 2024

William Z (Bill) Karda, born in Germany on Nov. 27, 1948. Died peacefully at his home on December 6, 2024 with his loving wife at his side.

A retired Chicago Firefighter; Bill also proudly served his country during the Vietnam War as a United States Marine Corps Sniper.

Bill is survived by his wife Patricia...

Dec 3, 2024

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Martha Ruiz on December 3, 2024. Born in Tsingtao, China, Martha was a cherished mother, wife, aunt, great-aunt, and friend to many.

Martha was a strong and independent woman whose passion for learning earned her a degree from Florida State College. Martha was adventurous; she began...

Dec 1, 2024

Mary A. Stangel, 93, a resident of Fernandina Beach, FL, passed away in December 2024 at Community Hospice Care in Fernandina Beach, FL. She was born on June 2, 1931 in Oak Park, IL to Mary Alice and Henry Schwagerman. Mary was a resident of Fernandina Beach, FL for the past 30 years, prior to that she lived in Libertyville,...

Nov 29, 2024

James Edmund Nykol, Jr., age 91, a resident of Grayslake, IL, passed away on November 29, 2024 at home surrounded by his family.  He was born on February 9, 1933 in Chicago to James and Cecelia (nee Hawkinson) Nykol.

James, a loving husband is survived by his wife, Carol, of 67 ½ years whom he married on...

Nov 25, 2024

Kyle Eric Latz, age 65, a resident of Round Lake Beach, IL, passed away on November 25, 2024 at his home.  He was born on August 28, 1959 in Waukegan, IL to Clifford and Virginia (nee Prorock) Latz.

Kyle is survived by his wife, Martha of 39 years; his son, Zachary of Grayslake, IL; his siblings, Mark...

Nov 25, 2024

Patrick P. Orlowski, age 75, passed away on November 25, 2024 at Advocate Condell Medical Center in Libertyville, IL.  Pat was born on March 17, 1949 in Kenosha, Wisconsin to Anthony Orlowski and Agnes (nee Van Slate) Orlowski.

Pat was a man who loved the outdoors. From a young age, he was drawn to hunting and fishing,...

Nov 23, 2024

Nancy Lee Zielonka, age 68, a resident of Grayslake, IL passed away on November 23, 2024 at Advocate Condell Medical Center in Libertyville, IL. She was born November 5, 1956 in Chicago to Gilbert and Shirley (nee Logan) Adams.

Nancy is survived by her children, Adam of Grayslake and Katie (Brandon) Borre of Winthrop Harbor; her grandchildren,...