OBITUARIES

Dec 5, 2021

Erich W. Wolter Jr., 96, a resident of Grayslake, passed away Sunday, December 5, 2021. He was the youngest of eight children born to parents Erich W. Wolter and Emilie J. Michalec of Chicago.

He played halfback for Tilden Technical High School and remembered fondly when his team faced rival Leo Catholic High School at the 1941...

Dec 5, 2021

Joan M. Ottolino, age 86, a resident of Grayslake, passed away at home on Sunday, December 5, 2021. Joan was born on July 13, 1935 in Chicago to George and Frances Cervenka.  After losing both of her parents, she and her sister, Carol were raised by her aunt and uncle who owned Grass Lake Food Mart in Antioch.  In...

Dec 4, 2021

Victor "Vic" Palazzolo, age 83, a longtime resident of Wildwood for 58 years, passed away on Saturday, December 4, 2021 at his home surrounded by his family following a 3-year battle with AML.  He was born on June 15, 1938 in Chicago to Victor and Marie Palazzolo.

Vic graduated from Grayslake Community High School in 1958. He...

Dec 1, 2021

Russell Combs, age 76, a resident of Lake Villa, passed away on December 1 at Condell Hospital in Libertyville, IL.   He was born on March 21, 1945 in Ottumwa, IA to  Dr. Elmer and Ula Combs. Russell is survived by his son Alex (Kelley) Combs, his grandson Bennett Combs, his sister Cathy (Lynn O'Dell), in laws Peter and Peg...

Dec 1, 2021

Altagracia Salinas Reyes, 70, passed away December 1, 2021. A visitation will be held at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030 on Friday, December 10, 2021 from 3:00pm until 8:00pm. A funeral mass will held on Saturday, December 11, 2021 at 10:00am at St. Peter Church 27551 Volo Village Rd. Volo, IL 60073....

Nov 29, 2021

Mary Lynn Miner, age 77, a resident of Grayslake, passed away on November 29, 2021 at Condell Hospital in Libertyville, IL.  She was born on April 7, 1944 in Chicago.  Mary worked for 20+ years as an administrative assistant with the Woodland School District.  She is survived by her children, Scott (Kelly) Patterson of West Bend, WI and Lisa...

Nov 24, 2021

Fred C. Meyer, Sr, age 90, a resident of Grayslake, IL passed away on November 24, 2021 at his home.  He was born on July 4, 1931 in Chicago to William and Anna Meyer.  He was a proud veteran of the United States Marine Corps.

He is survived by his children, Fred C. Meyer, Jr of Grayslake...

Nov 23, 2021

Gerald R. (Jerry) Winters, 91, a resident of Grayslake, IL, passed peacefully into eternity with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Tuesday, November 23, 2021. In the presence of family, he took his last breath under the compassionate care at Advocate Condell Medical Center in Libertyville, IL. Born in Chicago, IL to Rudy and Madge Winters on March...

Nov 22, 2021

Kevin F. Perkins, 44, a resident of Round Lake Beach, IL, passed away November 22, 2021.  He was born March 29, 1977 in Evanston, IL to John Perkins and Gail Chapman.  Kevin was the third of four children.  He was a charismatic young man with the heart of a lion.  Kevin's passion for the outdoors and fishing started at...

Nov 21, 2021

John C. Vioski, age 69, a resident of Beach Park, passed away on November 21, 2021 in Waukegan.  HE was born on September 2, 1952 in Waukegan to William and Ruth Vioski.  He is survived by his siblings, Judith Vioski of Ave Maria, FL, Katie Govekar of Gurnee, Jim (Sandy) Vioski of Countyside, Jane Rigwood of Fox Lake, and...

Nov 21, 2021

David John Beemsterboer, age 64, a resident of Grayslake, passed away on November 21, 2021.  He was born on July 20, 1957 in Lake Forest, IL to Joseph and Alyce (nee Clavey) Beemsterboer.  David was an amazing golfer, and loved watching or playing all sports.

David is survived by his longtime girlfriend, Carrie Dunn; his siblings, Susan...

Nov 18, 2021

Joyce Marie Deagon (nee Synoradzki), age 91, of Vernon Hills, IL, passed away peacefully November 18, 2021. She was born in Buffalo, NY on April 14, 1930. Joyce was an avid golfer, belonging to various leagues in Lake County and, after retirement, in Florida. She loved sharing her knowledge of technology and helped many friends with their TVs, cable,...

Nov 18, 2021

Wayne Clark, resident of Grayslake, IL, died on November 18, 2021 at the age of 68. Wayne is survived by his children, Aaron Clark (Abby) and Jennifer Roi (Brian), his grandchildren Christopher and Nicholas Roi, and Mollie and Grant Clark, his siblings Linda Suerth (Jerry) and Lindy Clark, his nieces Jennifer Bolin (Dan) and Stepfanie Suerth (Arty), his nephew...

Nov 18, 2021

Patricia Glowinski, age 77, passed away on November 18, 2021 at her home.  She was born on December 31, 1943 in Chicago to Frank and Helen Rylko.  Patricia is survived by her children, Pamela Muncy of Round Lake, Jason (Kelly) Glowinski of Lake Villa, and Amanda (Adam) Gage of Round Lake; her grandchildren, Courtney (Steven) Vincent of Murrieta, CA,...

Nov 11, 2021

Kris Laughlin, age 56, of Gurnee, IL died peacefully in the arms of her loving husband on November 11, 2021.  She was born in Chicago on July 10, 1965 to her parents, Jerome and Susan Kowalczyk.  Kris had a competitive spirit and loved to play games such as basketball, bags and washers.  Her greatest joy was her family especially...

Nov 11, 2021

Sam Sances, 82, a resident of Grayslake, IL, passed away November 11, 2021 at Advocate Condell Medical Center in Libertyville, IL.  He was born December 4,1938 in Chicago, IL to Louis and Mary Sances.

Sam  is survived by his wife of 35 years Madelon (nee Sandler), his children Marianne (Jim) Spangola, Joseph (Liz) Sances, James (Fiance Debbie...

Nov 10, 2021

Betty Anderson, age 93, passed away on November 10, 2021 at her home.  She was born on August 27, 1928 in Chicago to Robert and Bessie (nee Keclick) Carpenter.  Betty loved shopping, gardening, cooking, and entertaining friends and family.

She is survived by her husband of 61 years, Dan, whom she married on October 1, 1960 in...

Nov 6, 2021

Jessie Carlson, age 84, a resident of Grayslake, passed away on Saturday, November 6, 2021 surrounded by family.

Born in Chicago, Illinois on June 29, 1937, she was the daughter of Charles and Mabel Burgy.  She graduated from Senn High School in 1955.  Jessie lived in Chicago raising her family until they moved to Park Ridge where...

Nov 4, 2021

Bryson D. Griffin, 38, a resident of Tuscon, AZ and formerly of Lake Villa, IL, passed away November 4, 2021.  He was born May 11, 1983 in Orange, TX.  Bryson was known for having one of the biggest hearts and was beloved by his friends and family, and adored by his mother.  He was an avid fan of the...

Nov 4, 2021

Carole A. Thompson, age 79, passed away on November 4, 2021.  She was born on September 6, 1942, in Chicago to Vernon and Lorraine Aeppli (Lor & Apps).

She is survived by her sons, Michael (Janet) Speck of Morton Grove, IL and Todd (Jessica) Speck of Burlington, WI; her granddaughters, Jessica Speck of Chicago, IL and Maria...