OBITUARIES

Aug 7, 2025

Richard Roman Galeczka, 65, of Grayslake, IL was called home to God on August 7th, 2025. He was born on February 24, 1960 in Chicago, IL to Karol and Albina (nee Cwiklik) Galeczka.

Richard was a loving father, husband, and proud soon-to-be grandfather. He found joy in life's simple blessings—having family dinners with his wife and daughters,...

Aug 5, 2025

Thomas E. Degen, 75, a resident of Fox Lake, IL, passed away August 5, 2025, at Advocate Condell Medical Center in Libertyville, IL.  He was born May 3, 1950, in Oak Park, IL to Charles and Irene Degen.

Thomas is survived by his daughters Michelle Degen and Amanda (Adam) Johnson, his grandson Henry, and his siblings Tricia...

Jul 29, 2025

Marita L. Martin, 70, a resident of Grayslake, IL, a town in which she adored, went to the be with the Lord Jesus Christ on July 29, 2025, at Advocate Lutheran General Hospital in Park Ridge, IL after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born November 22, 1954, in Chicago, IL to Herbert and Lillian Perlman. Marita was...

Jul 24, 2025

Mary Louise Freundt, age 82, of Long Grove, IL, passed away peacefully on July 24, 2025. She was born on February 5, 1943, in Waukegan, IL, to Arthur and Mary C. (née Repas) Holt.

Mary Lou graduated from Warren Township High School in 1961 and went on to marry William E. Freundt on August 12, 1961. Together...

Jul 22, 2025

Frank R. Pieczkiewicz, 78, a resident of Grayslake, IL, passed away July 22, 2025, at his home. He was born November 4, 1946, in Chicago, IL to Stanley and Stella Pieczkiewicz.

Frank was a veteran of the US Marines Corps having served during the Vietnam War.  He most recently worked for the TSA at O'Hare Airport before...

Jul 20, 2025

Richard L. Craig, 87, a resident of Grayslake, Illinois passed away on July 20, 2025. He was born to the late James and Hallie Craig on May 8, 1938, in Highland Park, Illinois.

Dick was preceded in death by his wife of 60 years, Barbara, and his brother Norman.

Dick is survived by his four...

Jul 19, 2025

Deborah Lynn Bruns-Holzapfel, beloved wife of 20 years Glenn A. Watt, passed away on Tuesday, June 10 th after a prolonged illness.  She was born in Pittsburgh, PA on August 29, 1956, to Frederick A. Holzapfel Sr, and Joan (nee: Zilinski) Holzapfel.

Deb was the eldest of three children, her siblings the late Cheryl (Bruce) Conrad and...

Jul 17, 2025

Susan A. Hayes, 74, a resident of Round Lake Beach, IL, passed away July 17, 2025, at University of Chicago Advent LaGrange Hospital in LaGrange, IL.  Susan was born in Chicago, IL to Sophie and Edward Kiszka and earned a bachelor's degree in French Literature from Loyola University in 1973.

Susan volunteered for the Round Lake Beach...

Jul 17, 2025

Otis L. Hedlund, 91, a resident of Grayslake, IL, passed away July 17, 2025, at his home.  He was born July 8, 1934, in Traverse City, MI to Eva and Victor Hedlund.

Otis was a US Army veteran having served during the Korean War.  He was a past member of the Wheeling Jaycees, the Toastmasters club, and...

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...