OBITUARIES

Feb 24, 2023

Raquel Rojas, age 71, a resident of Round Lake Beach, passed away on February 24, 2023 at her home.  She was born on March 3, 1951 in Reynosa, Tamaulipas, Mexico to Dolores Casique and Josefina Balderas.

Raquel is survived by her husband, Rojelio Rojas; her children, Alfonso Rojas of Chicago, IL, Juana Gallegos of Chicago, IL, Jose...

Feb 17, 2023

Marty J Ziemer of Grayslake passed away early Monday morning on February 17 at Condell Hospital. In her typical stubborn fashion, she refused to listen to the staff who were sure she was going to pass away on Sunday.

Marty was born in Oconto, WI in 1947 and was the youngest of nine. She is preceded in...

Feb 16, 2023

Judith "Judi" A. Mavilla, 77, a resident of Grayslake, IL, passed away February 16, 2023, surrounded by family.  She was born March 16,1945 in Pittsburgh, PA to Donald and Lillian Hurley.

Her favorite pastimes were reading, playing cards, crossword puzzles and cardio drumming.  She was a great friend and a passionate supporter of her family.

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Feb 14, 2023

It is with great sadness that the Babcox family must now announce the Valentine's Day passing of Patricia A. Babcox, from natural causes.  Patty was born into the family of Earl and Cecilia Waters in 1949.  She leaves behind her sisters, Marguerite and Earleen Waters of Round Lake Beach, IL.  Patty was the greatest mother to her two sons,...

Feb 11, 2023

Julie Ann Jonas passed away on February 11 in Chicago, Illinois. She was born on May 4th, 1967 at Highland Park Hospital and was the daughter of Marilyn and Joesph Jonas of Libertyville, IL.

To those who knew her, Julie was a strong presence; creative, adventurous, funny, smart, sharp witted, and a gifted artist and writer. Jul,...

Feb 10, 2023

Joseph F. Colletti, 81, a resident of Grayslake, IL, passed away February 10, 2023 at Northshore Hospital in Highland Park, IL.  He was born June 29, 1941 in Chicago, IL to Frank and Katherine Colletti.

Joseph was retired from his work as a pressman.  He enjoyed baseball, was a movie buff, was a real foodie, and loved...

Feb 7, 2023

Helen Ann Sassen, 88, a resident of Libertyville, IL, passed away February 7, 2023 at Story Point in Libertyville, IL.  She was born July 2, 1934 in Jackson, MI.

Helen was a mother, teacher, and expert piano player.  She enjoyed playing the piano at St. Gilbert for services and at Story Point.

Helen is survived...

Feb 7, 2023

Robert W. Wickersheim, 74, a resident of Round Lake Beach, IL, passed away February 7, 2023 at Captain James A. Lovell Federal health Care Center in North Chicago, IL.  He was born   April  28, 1948 in Waukegan, IL to Roy and Delores Wickersheim.

Bob was a graduate of Grayslake High School, and he was a member of...

Feb 6, 2023

Angelo Giovanni Gargano, 97, of Mundelein, passed away on February 6 at Advocate Condell Medical Center in Libertyville, IL.  He was born on July 4,1927 in Italy to Antonio and Sara Gargano.

Angelo is survived by his wife, Maria, of 72 years; his children, Anthony (Barbara) of Cheshire, CT, Joseph of Mundelein, and Stephen (Doreen) of Grayslake;...

Feb 6, 2023

James H. Lee, age 85, a resident of Grayslake, passed away on February 6, 2023 at Hillcrest Nursing Home in Round Lake Beach.  He was born on January 16, 1938 in Cotton Plant, Arkansas to Ben H. and Nannie Lou (nee Lamb) Lee.  He enjoyed reading, playing the guitar, gardening, bowling, and old cars.

James is survived...

Feb 4, 2023

Debbie Kay Harrington November 28, 1956 – February 4, 2023

Debbie Kay Harrington, age 66, and beloved wife of James C. Harrington, both longtime residents of Round Lake, IL passed away February 4, 2023.  The daughter of Donald and Kay Sauve of Bloomington, MN, Debbie graduated from Bloomington High School and later attended Normandale Community College.

Feb 4, 2023

Princella Donelson-Birch, 59, a resident of Grayslake, IL, passed away February 4, 2023 at her home.  She was born June 21, 1963 in Chicago, IL to Joe and Pearly Mae Donelson.

Princella was a veteran having served with the US Navy. She had worked as a seamstress and for The University of Chicago Medical Center as a...

Feb 4, 2023

Sue Marie Babuta, 86, a resident of Grayslake, IL, passed away February 4, 2023 at Lutheran General Hospital in Park Ridge, IL.  She was born March 12, 1936 in Chicago, IL to Tom and Mary Moir.

Sue is survived by her children Lori (Russell) Reder, Tracey Babuta, Johnny Babuta, Stephen Babuta, Michael Babuta, David Babuta, and Ann-Marie...

Feb 3, 2023

Elisabeth Sarmiento-Betancourt, 38, a resident of Carpentersville, IL, passed away February 3, 2023 at Sherman Hospital in Elgin, IL. She was born April 5, 1984 to Javier and Teresa Arellano.

A memorial visitation is scheduled for Friday, February 10, 2023 from 4:00pm until 8:00pm at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030....

Feb 2, 2023

Ronny Ray Curtis, age 56, a resident of Mundelein, IL passed away on February 2, 2023 at Condell Medical Center in Libertyville, IL.  He was born on July 17, 1966 in Waukegan, IL to Ronald Curtis and Carolyn Roberts.  Ronny worked as a maintenance supervisor at Libertyville High School for 31 years.  He loved playing guitar, wood working, gardening...

Jan 31, 2023

Kevin Dean Amburgey, age 52, a resident of Grayslake, IL passed away as the sunset on January 31, 2023 in Mundelein.  He was born on October 19, 1970 in Millington, TN to Robert and Beverly (nee Ramdell) Amburgey. Kevin had many challenges in his life due to his many medical and physical disabilities but he was like the energizer...

Jan 31, 2023

Adrienne G. Will, 97, a resident of Gurnee, IL, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family, January 31, 2023 at her home.  She was born December 2, 1925 in East Moline, IL to Peter and Helena LeVrouw.

Adrienne touched many lives and was able to make friends where ever she went.  She was a devoted mother, grandmother...

Jan 29, 2023

Kenneth J. Wiemerslage, age 83, a resident of Grayslake, IL passed away on January 29, 2023 at home surrounded by his family.  He was born on January 30, 1939 in Bensenville, IL to Gilbert and Edith (nee Neiter) Wiemerslage.  Ken worked for 40 years at AT&T as a repairman.

Kenneth is survived by his wife, Linda, of...

Jan 28, 2023

Hugo A. Barajas Gomez, age 38,  a resident of Round Lake, IL passed away on January 28, 2023 at Condell Hospital in Libertyville.  He was born on April 21, 1984 in Linares, Mexico to Hector and Conchis Barajas.  He was a White Sox fan, enjoyed vacationing and fishing, spending time with his family, and napping with his dog, Milo....

Jan 24, 2023

Bonita M. "Bonnie" Scala, age 78, a resident of Grayslake, passed away on January 24, 2023.  She was born on January 28, 1944 in Chicago to Thaddeus and Mary Kusmirek.  She was a music lover, and avid player of the piano.

She is survived by her husband, Anthony E. Scala, of 53 years; her son, Anthony C....