OBITUARIES

Apr 3, 2024

Marilee A. Hart, 93, a resident of McHenry, IL, passed away on April 3, 2024 surrounded by her four children at her home.  She was born March 27, 1931 in Walnut, IL to Homer and Violet Winger.

Marilee was an elementary school teacher in North Chicago for many years.  Along with her husband, she owned and operated...

Apr 2, 2024

John Dynes Jr., 98, loving father, grandfather, great grandfather, passed away peacefully with family at his side April 2, 2024, at the Bickford of Crystal Lake, IL.  He was born August 1925 in Donora, PA to John and Anna Dynes.

A veteran of World War II, John served with the US Navy in the Asiatic Pacific area. ...

Apr 2, 2024

John "Hans" H. Koenig, 89, a resident of Grayslake, IL, passed away April 2, 2024 at his home.  He was born July 16, 1934 in Chicago, IL to Michael and Anna Koenig.

John was a veteran of the Korean War having served with the US Marines.  He retired from the Chicago Police Department after serving for over...

Mar 30, 2024

Barbara Ann Baer, of Johnsburg, Illinois passed away in Crystal Lake, Illinois on Saturday, March 30, 2024.  She was the daughter of George Robert Baer Sr. and Mary Margaret (Newkirk) Baer of Hagerstown, Indiana.

Her Education included primary grades at Hagerstown, Hagerstown High School class of 1964, her undergraduate at Columbus College Georgia, and her Masters at...

Mar 29, 2024

Ann Callaway, 82, a resident of Gurnee, IL, passed away March 29, 2024 at Condell Hospital in Libertyville, IL.  She was born October 14,1941 to Robert and Elizabeth Callaway

Ann is survived by her sons, Mark (Beth) Polelle, David, and Daniel, her grandchildren Tim (Grace) Polelle, Paul Polelle, Emily Polelle, Ellen Polelle, and Claire Polelle, and two...

Mar 29, 2024

Roger Oliver Richardson a longtime (58 years) resident of Grayslake, IL passed away Friday, March 29, 2024, at the age of 93.  He was born June 23, 1930, in Ingleside, IL to Zella and Leo (Mike) Richardson.

Roger was a graduate of Grant High School in Fox Lake, Illinois. After high school, he started working for Illinois...

Mar 26, 2024

Ruth Alice Woodruff: 07/25/1936 – 03/26/2024

Ruth Alice Woodruff passed away quietly, at home, surrounded by her family and dogs on 03/26/2024. Born on 07/25/1936, Ruth grew up in Grayslake, IL, and raised her family in Libertyville, IL. Ruth's life was filled with hobbies, adventures and in the service of others. She was a life-long educator, helping...

Mar 26, 2024

Beverly DeQuaker, 85, was taken to be with the Lord on March 26, 2024.  She was the devoted and loving wife of Donald for over 64 years.  She was born September 1, 1938 in Mt. Horeb, WI to Richard Sr. and Eleanor (nee: Opsal) Plzak.

Bev's legacy is honored by her 6 children, multiple grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and...

Mar 22, 2024

Joyce E. Hanlon passed away on Friday, March 22, 2024 at the age of 99 in Round Lake Beach, IL.

She was born on October 22, 1924, in England, the town of Woolwich to Minnie Maud Meyers and Sydney Albert Rayner. She attended Kings Warren (Brown School) boarding school.

She lived in Zion, IL for...

Mar 21, 2024

Maureen P. Schroeder, age 90, a resident of Grayslake, IL, passed away on March 21, 2024 at her home.  She was born on February 23, 1934 in Hollywood, CA to John and Dorothy (nee Bending) Clooney.

Maureen was a lifelong parishioner at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Round Lake, IL.

Maureen is survived by her...

Mar 17, 2024

Richard H. Schultz, 68, a resident of McHenry, IL, passed away March 17, 2024 at his home.  He was born July 18, 1955 in Lake County, IL to Lois and George Schultz.

Richard is survived by his children Kelli Stanley, April Putwen, Michelle Anderson, and Denise Carlson, his grandchildren Devin Edwards, Alyssa Edwards, Jayden Shannon, Zack Anderson,...

Mar 15, 2024

Judith A. Pivonka, 80, passed away March 15, 2024 at Advocate Condell Medical Center in Libertyville, IL. She was born February 6, 1944 in Libertyville, IL to Jerry and Ann Unger.

A memorial visitation and service are scheduled for April 7, 2024 at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030 from 1:00pm...

Mar 13, 2024

Cole William Adkins, 24, a resident of Chicago, passed away March 13, 2024 at his home.  He was born April 28, 1999 in Grayslake, IL to Amy and Ted Adkins.

Cole was a member of St. Gilberts Church.  He was a graduate of Grayslake Central High School where he played on the Rams football and lacrosse teams. ...

Mar 12, 2024

Srinivas Gollapudi, age 72, a resident of Lindenhurst, IL, passed away on March 12, 2024 at his home.  He was born in India.  He was a member of Chinmaya Mission.

Srinivas is survived by his wife, Lakshmi, of 43 years; his 2 children and their spouses; and his 3 grandchildren.

A visitation and funeral service...

Mar 11, 2024

James Herbert Tamraz, 74, a long-time resident of Grayslake, IL, passed away on March 11, 2024, at his home.  He was born September 4, 1949, in Great Lakes, IL to John P. and June (nee: Horn) Tamraz.

Jimmy drifted peacefully to the other side smiling after stating he was called for his next epic adventure. He was...

Mar 8, 2024

Robert W. Chism, 81, a resident of Lindenhurst passed away Friday March 8, 2024 at 2403 Carmen Court in Lindenhurst, IL. He was born September 26, 1942 in Kenton, OH to Donald and Hildred. Robert was a Christian and a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He is survived by his children and grandchildren. A Visitation is scheduled Wednesday March...

Mar 2, 2024

Margaret L. Gerchar was born in Cloudcroft, NM on July 26, 1933 to parents Frank and Agnes Carroll. She grew up in Holbrook AZ and after high school, she joined the Navy as a hospital corpsman. Eventually, she was stationed at Great Lakes where she met the love of her life, Rudolph Gerchar.  They married at Mother of God...

Feb 29, 2024

Margaret Guskey, 88, of Oshkosh, WI, passed away peacefully on February 29, 2024.  She was born in Chicago, IL on March 9, 1935.

She is survived by her sister Linda Groh, daughters Pamela Ipsen, Kathleen Guskey and Monica Guskey.  Grandchildren Benjamin, Ryan and Kyle Crane, Lisa Parker, Susan Cassacio, Erica Ipsen, Mathew Ipsen, Jessica Winkler, Nicholas Cauley,...

Feb 26, 2024

Esther Dianna Cruz, 43, of Round Lake Beach passed away on Monday, February 26th, 2024. Her memory will live on through her children and her family. She will be missed dearly.

"So with you: Now is your time of grief, but I will see you again, and you will rejoice, and no one will take away your...

Feb 24, 2024

Rachael Rene Genelin, 37, a resident of Gurnee, IL, passed away February 24, 2024, peacefully at her home, surrounded by her family. She was born June 2, 1986, in Westerville, OH to Michael and Reneé (Stueber) Genelin.

Rachael attended St Gilbert School, Carmel High School and St. Mary's University of Winona, Minnesota, where she graduated with a...