OBITUARIES

Jul 16, 2025

Louise Henriette Dandino (née Patin), 101, of Deerfield, IL, passed away Wednesday, July 16, 2025, a month before of her 102nd birthday. Louise, known as Mémé to her ten grandchildren and great-grandchildren, was born in Bonneville, France, on August 18, 1923. She grew up in Paris and moved to Fontainebleau where, as a young woman, she met American armyman...

Jul 15, 2025

Maria Falcone Sanchez, 78, a resident of Round Lake Beach, IL passed away on July 15, 2025 at Advocate Condell Medical Center in Libertyville, IL. She was born in June of 1947 in Sicily, Italy to Giuseppe and Angelina Falcone.

Your Hug Meant the World Nobody else held me so tight Or made me feel so right...

Jul 12, 2025

Patricia Marie Morelli, 87, a resident of Grayslake, IL, passed away on July 12, 2025 at her home surrounded by her family. She was born on December 30, 1937 to Casimir and Mary Bryski in Chicago, IL.

Patricia was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother.  She was also a caring aunt and great aunt to...

Jul 12, 2025

Michael William Strub, age 85, of Ingleside, Illinois, passed away peacefully at his home on July 12, 2025. He was born on January 1, 1940, in Sandusky, Ohio, to the late Harry and Beatrice Strub.

Michael was a proud veteran who honorably served two tours in Vietnam with the United States Marine Corps. Following his military service,...

Jul 7, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce that Kristin Lee Albrecht, age 61, of Round Lake, Illinois, was called to her heavenly home on July 7, 2025, after a courageous and inspiring 26-year battle with breast cancer.

Born October 1, 1963, in Glendora, California, Kristin spent her childhood in Minnetonka, Minnesota. She was the cherished wife of Richard for...

Jul 4, 2025

Peter John Hafijchuk, 80, a resident of Round Lake, IL, passed away on July 4, 2025, at Bridgewater Healthcare in Carmel, IN.  He was born on July 11, 1944, in Pniv, Stanislaviv, Galician, Ukraine to Iwan Hafijczuk and Anastasia Hafijczuk.  Peter was a member of the American Legion.

Peter is survived by his daughter, Christine (John) Schmitt;...

Jul 4, 2025

Deborah L. Christiansen, 60, a resident of Lake Villa, IL, passed away peacefully on July 4, 2025, in Highland Park, IL surrounded by family. She was born March 19, 1965, in Chicago, IL to David and Carole Roy.

Debbie will be remembered most for her generous heart and unwavering love. She found her greatest joy in spending...

Jul 2, 2025

Maria Magdalena Vela , age 84, a resident of Ingleside, IL, passed away on July 2, 2025, at Northwestern McHenry Hospital. She was born on February 18, 1941, in Hondo, Texas, to Marcello and Esther Gonzales.

Maria was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and sister. She loved spending time with her family, shopping, and caring for...

Jun 30, 2025

Michael E. Scott, 58, a resident of Gurnee, IL, passed away June 30, 2025, at his home.  He was born July 11, 1966, in Fremont, NE to Augie Castillo and Pamela Phillipe.

From a young age, he loved sports and competition.  He played baseball, football and wrestled while growing up.  He loved following and cheering on his...

Jun 28, 2025

It is with great sadness that the family of Scott Michael Wentz announces his passing into the arms of Jesus, on June 28, 2025, at the age of 60.

He was the beloved husband of his wife Cheryl Wentz (née Grubb); devoted father of his children Elisa (Jonathan) Metzger, Karis (Jackson) Wentz, Michael Wentz, and Emma Wentz;...

Jun 25, 2025

James M. Ellison, 78, a resident of Round Lake, IL, passed away June 25, 2025, at Advocate Condell Medical Center in Libertyville, IL.  He was born November 9, 1946, in Waukegan, Il to Catherine and Grover Ellison.

James was a veteran of the US Navy.

James is survived by his son Tom (Sanjuanita) Ellison, his...

Jun 23, 2025

Carol Lou Rysso, 87, of Grayslake, IL, passed away June 23, 2025, at Advocate Condell Medical Center in Libertyville, IL.  She was born April 15, 1938, in Chicago, IL to Albert and Elsa (nee: Boonstra) Zielke.

Carol is survived by her husband of 62 years, Robert Rysso, whom she wed on July 27, 1962 in Round Lake,...

Jun 20, 2025

Leona "Tina" A. Frum, 82, a resident of Volo, IL, passed away June 20, 2025, at Good Shepherd Hospital in Barrington, IL.  She was born March 1, 1943, in Round Lake, IL to Anthony and Anna (nee: Balcer) Lange.

Tina is survived by her children Ron (Angie) Frum of AZ, Linda (Mark) Mahoney Sr. of Spring Grove,...

Jun 19, 2025

Denise Marie Hughes, 63, a resident of Gages Lake, IL, passed away June 19, 2025, at her home. She was born on February 3, 1962, in Chicago, IL to Mary (nee: Heischberg) and Donald Fisher. Denise's father Donald died unexpectedly while Denise was just 5 years old. Mary later married Ted Soder who Denise would affectionately know as "Dad"...

Jun 14, 2025

Sharon Kay Siddon, age 76, of Carterville, IL, passed away on June 14, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.

Sharon was born on April 18, 1949, in Robinson, IL, to Glenn and Hazel Gaddis. She spent her early childhood in Robinson before moving to Joliet, IL, at the age of 11. It was there she built a...

Jun 10, 2025

Robert "Bob" Joseph Higgins, 59, a resident of Lake Villa, IL, passed away June 10, 2025, at Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital in Lake Forest, IL.  He was born December 21, 1965, in Oak Park, IL to Marianne and Robert Higgins.

Bob was a graduate of Grayslake High School in 1984 and was employed with Campanella and Sons...

Jun 7, 2025

Bruce David Allen Shaw (1953-2025)

Bruce David Allen Shaw, 71 years old, of Lake County, IL died peacefully on June 7, 2025. Bruce was born in Chicago on August 3, 1953 to Joe and Mary Shaw. He was preceded in death by his parents, Joe and Mary; sisters Ilene Shaw and Susan Ekman; brother-in-law Barry Ekman; and...

Jun 6, 2025

Reyes Atilano, 45, a resident of Round Lake, IL, passed away June 6, 2025, in Chicago, IL.  He was born on December 26, 1979, in Evanston, IL to Reyes Atilano and Maricela Ortiz.

Reyes will be remembered for his boundless warmth, infectious laughter, and the genuine love he shared with everyone around him. He had a gift...

Jun 6, 2025

Arthur Jacob Harris, 89, a resident of Third Lake, IL, passed away, June 6, 2025, at Condell Hospital. He was born May 3, 1936, in Chicago, IL, to Thomas Wolf and Blanche (nee: Mott) Harris.

Arthur loved to talk with everyone, he never met a stranger and was known for coming up with a nickname or a...

Jun 5, 2025

It is with great sadness that the family of Joan Esther Kroll (Brefeld) announce her passing on June 5, 2025 at Lake Forest Hospital.

Joan was born February 15, 1929 to John and Lona Brefeld, joining her sister Norma and just a few years ahead of her brother, John "Jack." She attended Immaculate Conception Grade School and...