OBITUARIES

Sep 3, 2023

Imogene Mead, 83, a resident of Wildwood, IL, passed away September 3, 2023 at her home.  She was born June 1, 1940 in Grundy, VA to Homer and Virga (nee: Foster) Lane.

Imogene was a loving wife, mom, and grandma.

Imogene is survived by her husband of 64 years, Martin Mead, whom she wed on...

Aug 31, 2023

Darrell James Allie, 80, a resident of Antioch, IL, passed away August 31, 2023 at St. Catherine's Hospital in Kenosha, WI.  He was born April 28, 1943 in Chicago, IL to Leonard and LaVerne Allie.

Darrell was a graduate of Aurora College having earned a BA degree.  He worked for AIG and Aon as an insurance broker...

Aug 30, 2023

Ronnie Lee Williams, age 77, a resident of Round Lake, IL passed away on August 30, 2023 at Hillcrest Nursing Center in Round Lake Beach. He was born on January 17, 1946 in West Frankfort, IL to Ruby Bernice (nee Owsley) and Edmond Walter Williams.

Ron retired from Abbott Labs in January 2001, after 38 years. He...

Aug 19, 2023

Leslie Leonard Marshall, age 82, a resident of Grayslake, IL, passed away on August 19, 2023, at Wealshire Assisted Living, in Lincolnshire IL. He was born on January 6, 1941, in Chicago, Illinois, to Merlin and Loretta Marshall.

Leslie was a veteran of the United States Air Force.

Leslie is survived by his wife, Carmella...

Aug 18, 2023

Douglas L. Danielson, 77, a resident of Winthrop Harbor, IL and formerly of Wildwood IL and Mesa Az, passed away Friday August 18, 2023. He was born April 1,1946 in Waukegan, IL to Delbert and Mildred Danielson. Doug enjoyed spending time with his family, gardening, fishing, stone crafting, watching old TV shows, and supporting the Chicago Sport Teams. He...

Aug 16, 2023

Mildred T. Laux, a first-generation American, was born in Chicago on July 30, 1927, to Nick Barsukewicz and Helen Krenz Barsukewicz. She died August 16, 2023, at the age of 96.

Mom lived a full life. A city girl who grew up in Chicago, she was adept at riding the bus with one hand holding the strap...

Aug 15, 2023

Roald Alan Havnen, 47, a resident of Amarillo, TX passed away August 15, 2023 at his home.  He was born January 19, 1976 in Libertyville, IL to Richard and Linda Havnen.

Roald was a member of St. Hyacinth Church in Amarillo.

Roald is survived by his father Richard Havnen, his brothers Eric Havnen of Amarillo,...

Aug 11, 2023

Carol L. Jones, a resident of Grayslake, IL, passed away August 11, 2023 at Hillcrest Nursing Center in Round Lake Beach, IL.  She was born March 27, 1942 in Cook County to Marshall and Rose D. (nee: McCreary) Radtke.

Carol is survived by her son David C. (Elizabeth) Jones of Grayslake, her granddaughter Allison Jones, and her...

Aug 6, 2023

Marcos G. Cruz, age 58, a resident of Round Lake, IL, passed away on August 6, 2023. He was born on March 1, 1965, in Mexico, to Adalberto and Rosario Cruz.

Marcos is survived by his wife, Nancy Cruz of 31 years, whom he married on August 13, 1992, in Mexico; his children, Andres, Betsy, and Gisselle,...

Aug 6, 2023

Joseph J. Chrobak, 84, a resident of Round Lake, IL, passed away August 6, 2023 at Advocate Condell Medical Center in Libertyville, IL.  He was born January 12, 1939 in Chicago, IL to Stanley and Marie Chrobak.

Joseph was a US Army veteran and was a member of the DOMC "Dirty Old Man's Club".

Joseph...

Aug 5, 2023

Dean C. Kehr, age 61, a resident of Lindenhurst, IL, passed away on August 5, 2023, at Advocate Condell Medical Center in Libertyville, IL, after suffering from cardiac arrest. He was born on March 1, 1962, in West Allis, Wisconsin, to Calvin D.F. and Annarose Kehr.

Dean is a retired United States Navy Chief Hospital Corpsman with...

Aug 5, 2023

Robert (Bob) F. Chuchro, age 78, of Round Lake, formerly of Chicago, passed away on August 5 th after a brief illness. He was preceded in death by his son Mark and his parents Victoria and John Chuchro. Beloved husband ofMarie Santoro (flee Wieszchowski); loving father of Roberta (and the late Scott) Baier, Donna (David) Bender and Michael (Chrissy)...

Aug 4, 2023

Doreen S. Fischer, 64, a resident of Grayslake, IL, passed away August 4, 2023 at her home.  She was born May 8, 1959 in Chicago, IL to John and Doris Ryan.

Doreen loved spending time outdoors and exploring new places. She was a loving mother, sister, aunt, and friend to many.

Doreen is survived by...

Aug 3, 2023

Jose Antonio Martinez-Barrera, age 79, a resident of Round Lake Beach, IL, passed away on August 3, 2023 at his home.  He was born on January 29, 1944 in Mexico City to Rodolfo Martinez and Elisa Barrera. Jose was a passionate teacher and soccer coach.  He was loved and respected by his students. He will be greatly missed and...

Aug 1, 2023

Scott Kohler, age 76, passed away unexpectedly on August 1, 2023. He was born November 13, 1946 in Anna, IL, to Sam and Pauline (nee Fischer) Kohler. Scott graduated from Waukegan High School and soon after, proudly enlisted in the US Air Force and served in the Vietnam War. After working at Abbott Labs for 41 years, he retired...

Aug 1, 2023

William J. Blume, II, age 80, a resident of Grayslake, passed away on Tuesday, August 1, 2023 at his home.  He was born on November 25, 1942 in Chicago to Frank and Marie (nee Grendall) Blume. Bill worked for Mid-American Elevator Compant for 40 years as chief estimator.  He enjoyed fishing, gardening, and loved spending time in the outdoors. ...

Jul 29, 2023

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Victoria Anna Piela on July 29, 2023. While waiting at a crosswalk, she was fatally struck by a vehicle.

Victoria is remembered for her bubbly personality, beaming smile, radiant energy and contagious laughter. Among friends, she is Vicky; known for her genuine kindness, her unwavering support...

Jul 28, 2023

William Ramel, 80, a resident of Grayslake, IL, passed away July 28, 2023 at Wauconda Care in Wauconda, IL.  He was born June 29, 1943 to Roman and Aurelia Ramel.

William enjoyed golfing, spending time with his dogs, bowling, and racquetball.  He was retired after working for 40 years as a semi-truck driver.

William is...

Jul 28, 2023

Alice K. Meiners, age 85, a resident of Libertyville, beloved daughter to the late Lester and Antoinina (nee Packauskas) Meiners; devoted mother to Michael (Shawna) Karl of Brighton, CO, Katherine Toth of Crystal Lake, Mark (JoAnn) Karl of Lockhart, TX, and Paul (Kelly) Karl of Grayslake; cherished grandmother to Todd (Andrea) Karl, Scott Karl, Khalil (Abigail) Karl, Ryan Toth,...

Jul 28, 2023

Lois Barringhaus (formerly Hanekamp) nee Whitefield, age 90 of Lindenhurst formerly of Grayslake. Lois was born on February 26, 1925 to Thea and Esther Whitefield and was raised in Raleigh-Durham, N.C. area. She was the beloved sister of the late Iva Pearl Godwin, the late Foye Cole, the late Esther Goetz, the late Edwin Whitefield, and Clarence Whitefield of...