OBITUARIES

Sep 15, 2025

Harry H. Swieca, Jr. age 75, died on Monday, September 15, 2025 at Alta Rehab in Wauconda, IL. He was born in Chicago to Harry and Helen Swieca. He grew up in the Damen and Armitage area of Chicago and attended Tuley High School, graduating in 1968. While at Tuley, Harry played the trumpet in a Drum and Bugle Corp...

Sep 13, 2025

Marilynn R. Walters, 83, a resident of Mundelein, IL, passed away September 13, 2025 at her home.  She was born October 8, 1941 in Chicago, IL to Robert and Anne Roelle. 

Marilynn was a member of Calvary Presbyterian Church in Round Lake, IL, Wildwood Presbyterian Church in Grayslake, IL, and the Grayslake Lions Club.  She taught for 32 years primarily at...

Sep 13, 2025

Juan Pasillas Zamora, 81, a resident of Waukegan, IL, passed away surrounded by family September 13, 2025 at St. Catherine's Hospital in Kenosha, WI.  He was born June 26, 1944 in Mexico to Jose Zamora Cardoza and Ma. de la Luz Pasillas.  

Juan retired from Anderson Die Castings after many years of service.  He enjoyed telling stories, watching old TV...

Sep 4, 2025

Eric D. Haisch, 46, a resident of Merrillville, IN, passed away September 4, 2025.  He was born June 29, 1979 in Chicago, IL to Carol and Donald Haisch.  

Eric was a veteran of the US Navy.  He enjoyed fast cars, working with his hands, and sports, especially baseball.  Eric was the life of the party, was known for his goofy...

Aug 30, 2025

Hope Angelena Ziemann, beloved daughter of Robert N Ziemann of Palatine, and Sheri L Ziemann of Vernon Hills, passed away in Waukegan on Saturday, August 30, 2025. Hope was born in Evanston, Illinois on October 24, 1994.

Hope was an adored child, and a talented musician, who showed her talent for music by playing a keyboard by ear when she was...

Aug 30, 2025

Don R. Cugier, 89, a resident of Grayslake, IL, passed away peacefully and entered eternal life on August 30, 2025, at Advocate Condell Medical Center in Libertyville, IL. Don was born on December 27, 1935, to Harry and Alice Cugier. He grew up in Lake Villa, IL and attended Antioch High School, ultimately getting a Master's degree in education from...

Aug 28, 2025

On August 28, 2025, Margaret “Missy” Pape passed away with her loving family by her side. Missy was born on June 27, 1945, in Chicago, Illinois, to Marion and Robert Heim, also of Chicago. 

She graduated from St. Benedict High School in 1963 and was married to Charles Pape, her high school sweetheart, for over 60 years! Missy dedicated her life...

Aug 28, 2025

Marianna Michalczyk, age 90, went home to be with the Lord on August 28,2025, surrounded by the love and prayers of her Family. She was born on May 22, 1935 in Poland to Karol and Franciszka Matuszczyk.

She loved God and lived for Family. Marianna took great pride in her children and grandchildren, never missing a chance to share their accomplishments...

Aug 27, 2025

Bonni E. Cholewa, 74, a resident of Grayslake, IL, passed away August 27, 2025, at Avantara in Libertyville, IL.  She was born November 14, 1950 in Chicago, IL to Elaine and Joseph Cholewa.  

Bonni worked as a professional daycare provider for 6 weeks to 6 years of aged children.  She poured her heart out to over sixty kids.  So much...

Aug 24, 2025

LeNora Marie Norwood, aged 76, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 24, 2025, in Gurnee, Illinois, surrounded by the love of her immediate family after a courageous battle with HPV-negative head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC). Born on October 8, 1948, in Chicago, Illinois, to Frank M. and Dolores M. Cyman, LeNora lived a life defined by dedication,...

Aug 20, 2025

Miguel A. Garcia Perez, 55, a resident of Round Lake Beach, IL, passed away August 20, 2025, at his home. He was born September 29, 1969, in Mexico.

A visitation is scheduled for Sunday, August 24, 2025, at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030 from 3:00pm until 7:00pm. The funeral mass...

Aug 18, 2025

Olga Strel, age 96, of Wildwood, IL, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones August 18, 2025.

Born on February 9, 1929, in Chicago, Illinois, to Stanley and Sophie (nee: Holdis) Pelczarski, Olga's Long life was marked by an enduring love for her family, her community and the joyous rhythms of the polka.

She was...

Aug 18, 2025

Craig S. Nielsen, 61, of Grayslake, IL, passed away on August 18, 2025 at Northwestern Hospital in Lake Forest, IL. He was born on March 24, 1964 in Arlington Heights, IL to Chatfield and Camilla Nielsen.

Craig loved his family, the Chicago Bears, mystery novels, and his recliner in that order. After graduating from Augustana College in...

Aug 17, 2025

Robert Michael Rysso, 83, a resident of Grayslake, IL, passed away on August 17, 2025 at Alto Grayslake.  He was born November 8, 1941, in Ishpeming, MI to Arnold and Lucille Rysso.

Robert enjoyed 30 years of retirement which he spent most of the time at their house on the lake in the upper peninsula of Michigan....

Aug 16, 2025

The family of Paul Maggio, age 88, of Grayslake, IL, sadly announces his passing on August 16, 2025. Born in Chicago, IL, on July 28, 1937, Paul is remembered by his wife of 62 years, Theresa, his children Peter Maggio, Lisa (Ken) Kwiecien, and Paul (Jennifer) Maggio; his grandchildren Zach, Matthew (Kathryn), Ella, and Joey; his sisters Alberta Pieruccini and...

Aug 16, 2025

Joan Marie Hewlett, 83, a resident of Grayslake, IL, passed away August 16, 2025, at Alto Grayslake senior living community.  She was born June 26, 1942 in Batavia, New York to Willard and Marion (nee: Hopfinger) Hewlett.

She achieved her bachelor's degree in biology from Cornell University and her PhD in biology from Northwestern University.  Her profession...

Aug 13, 2025

Diana Theresa Kula, 89, a resident of Round Lake, IL, passed away August 13, 2025 at her home.  She was born February 7, 1936, in Waukegan, IL to Anthony and Giovanna (nee: Bianco) Conti.

Diana was an avid gardener who took great pride in her flowers and gardening.  One of her favorite places to visit was the...

Aug 10, 2025

Carol J. Nykol, 89, a resident of Grayslake, IL, passed away August 10, 2025, at Northwest Community Hospital in Arlington Heights, IL. She was born February 3, 1936, in Chicago, IL to William and Frances Johnson. From a wonderful daughter she became a beloved wife of 67 years and cherished mother.

Carol enjoyed crocheting, Christmas Solitaire, crossword...

Aug 10, 2025

Nancy M. Adamson, 80, a resident of Antioch, IL, passed away August 10, 2025, at Journeycare Hospice in Barrington, IL.  She was born January 12, 1945, in Waukegan, IL to Willard and Rose (nee: Lesnak) Hall.

Nancy will always be remembered for her kindness and dedication to helping others. She was  proud to call herself a nurse,...

Aug 7, 2025

Harold L. Mitchell, 94, of Fox Lake, passed away on August 7, 2025 at his home.  He was born on December 6, 1930 in Akron, CO to Ula and Millie Edwards.

Harold joined the United States Navy after high school and served proudly during the Korean War. After service to his country, Harold went to work for the Chicago Northwestern Railroad...