OBITUARIES

Mar 11, 2023

Daniel Todd Witikka, 81, of Gurnee, IL, passed away in Fox Lake on March 11, 2023.  He was born November 23, 1941, in Waukegan, IL. to the late Edgar and Alvina Witikka.  He is survived by his children, Robin Witikka, Scott (Rebecca) Witikka, his grandson Declan Witikka, and many cousins, nieces, and nephews.

He grew up in...

Mar 10, 2023

Kenneth John Wodek, Sr., 84, a resident of Wildwood, IL, passed away March 10, 2023, at Advocate Condell Medical Center.  He was born June 3, 1938 in Chicago, IL to Stanley and Rose Wodek.  Ken served his country with the United States Army.  He retired as a printer from OMC Johnson Motor.  He was a member of St. Paul...

Mar 8, 2023

Joan C. Franzen, 70, a resident of Fox Lake, passed away on March 8, 2023 at Journey Care in Barrington. She was born on November 1, 1952 in Chicago to Jessie and Joan Spoto.

Joan is survived by her sons, Aaron and Nicholas Franzen; her siblings, Michael Spoto and Jessica Bohl; niece, Michelle Sanfillipo; and former husband....

Mar 7, 2023

Patricia M. Hines, 86, a resident of Grayslake passed away on March 7, 2023 in Libertyville, Illinois. She was born on March 8,1936 to Richard and Lenore Collins in Chicago, Illinois.

Patricia "Patt" Nanner Hines, beloved mother and grandmother to family and friends. She welcomed all she met Patt was a waitress at the Golden Bear, and...

Mar 2, 2023

Jack R. Bredahl, 83, of Grayslake, IL, was born April 21, 1939 in Milford, IA and passed away on March 2, 2023.  Jack was the loving husband of Ann for 64 years, loving father to Michael (Joan) and Mark (Lourdes); grandfather to Lyndsay (Scott) Felix, Gwendolyn and Christian Bredahl; great-grandfather to Anabel, Isaiah, Antonio, and Lorenzo Felix.  He was...

Mar 1, 2023

Christopher Alexander Schaffner, 28,the beloved son of Andrea (Jed) Gerstein and Chris (Cherise) Schaffner. Christopher is also survived by his sisters Kayla Campillo, Isaly Schaffner, and Haley Gerstein. Christopher lost his long battle with Type 1 Diabetes on Wednesday, March 1, 2023. He will be remembered for his very kind and nurturing ability to make those around him feel...

Feb 24, 2023

Jonna M. Art, age 78, a resident of Grayslake, passed away on February 24, 2023 at her home.  She was born on April 27, 1944 in Chicago to John and Clara Melone.

Jonna is survived by her sons, Brian (Dawn) and Kevin (Elaine); her grandchildren, Makayla, Brien, Kalie, Delaney, Alex, Rylan, and Griffin; her step grandchildren, Ashley...

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...