OBITUARIES

Mar 3, 2020

Len Lambert, beloved husband of Vickie Lambert and loving father of Michael (deceased), Cristyn (Chad Kwapniewski) and Stefanie, went peacefully at home, to be with his Lord Jesus on Tuesday, March 3, 2020.  He was born on December 14, 1942 to Adlor and Mildred Lambert (both deceased).  He was a carpenter contractor and gifted at building homes and custom...

Mar 2, 2020

Sandra Lynn Stoneberg, age 76, passed away at her home in Lake Geneva, WI, on Monday, March 2, 2020.  She was born on April 29, 1943 in Evanston, IL to Frank and Bernice (Bestul) Key.

Sandy loved growing up in Evanston and told stories of working at her Dad's restaurants the Big Dipper and the Key. She...

Feb 28, 2020

Jerry J. Herron, Sr., age 73, of Grayslake, passed away on Friday, February 28, 2020 in Libertyville.  He was born on September 14, 1946 in Chicago to Garfield and Rose Herron.  He is survived by his wife of 24 years, Linda; son, Jerry (Chris) Herron, Jr.; granddaughter, Morgan Herron; and siblings, James (Joann) Herron, Carolyn Sowell, and Maryann (Raymond)...

Feb 26, 2020

Lorene Mary George-Baskin, 64, a resident of Ingleside, IL, passed away Wednesday, February 26, 2020 at her home.  She was born July 27, 1955 in Normal, IL to John and Ada George.  Lorene worked for NICASA in Round Lake for over 20 years.  She enjoyed reading, cooking, and all of her pets.  Lorene is survived by her husband of...

Feb 25, 2020

Ellie Jean Myers, recently of Kenosha, Wi and formally of Mesa, AZ and Wildwood, IL passed away peacefully in her sleep on Tuesday, February 25, 2020.  She was born December 31, 1932 in Giles County, Tennessee to JD and Christine (nee Miles) Abernathy.  On July 9, 1951 she married the love of her life, Hugh Myers.  He preceded her...

Feb 21, 2020

John C. Parmelee, 67, a resident of Wildwood, IL, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by loved ones and his loyal dog on Friday, February 21, 2020. He was born June 14, 1952 in Elmhurst, IL to Dolores and Wade Parmelee.

John was a proud father of three who was heavily involved in coaching and supporting his...

Feb 20, 2020

Darlene M. Gallagher, 83, a resident of Grayslake, IL, passed away Thursday, February 20, 2020 at Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital in Lake Forest, IL.  She was born November 6, 1936 in Manchester, IA to Vernon and Lillian Burns.  Darlene enjoyed crocheting, was a pottery artist, and made designer afghans.  She also enjoyed helping her husband, at Exchange Club and...

Feb 18, 2020

Betty I. Solberg (nee Beran), resident of Round Lake for over 50 years, formally of Ocala, Florida and recently of Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin went to her eternal rest on Tuesday, February 18, 2020.  She passed comfortably at her home at Robins Way Assisted Living comforted by family including the exceptional team at Robins Way.

Betty was born...

Feb 17, 2020

Albert Henry Ragazzi, 68, a resident of Grayslake, Illinois, passed away on February 17, 2020 at his home.  Mr. Ragazzi was born on May 19, 1951 in California to his parents Frank Ragazzi and Anita (Perkins) Ragazzi. Mr. Ragazzi was a retired Sales Representative for several toy manufacturers throughout his life.  Mr. Ragazzi enjoyed spending time between Illinois and...

Feb 16, 2020

Frida Navat Reyes, 69, a resident of Round Lake, passed away on February 16, 2020 at Advocate Condell Medical Center in Libertyville. She was born on October 6,1950 in the Philippines to Cresencio and Virginia Canonizado.

She attended Radford high school in Honolulu, Hawaii, received her Associates degree at Southwestern College, Chula Vista, CA. She then retired...

Feb 16, 2020

Emilia Del Cid, 93, from Guatemala, was born May 22, 1926, and passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family on Sunday, February 16, 2020.  Beautiful mother of eight followed by Carlos (deceased), Rolando (deceased), Rene (deceased), and survived by Marco, Mario, Teresa, Maritza, and Walter. She is also survived by her 13 grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren, and 5...

Feb 15, 2020

Charles E. Gillham, 64, a resident of Grayslake, IL, passed away Saturday, February 15, 2020 at Condell Medical Center in Libertyville, IL.  He was born July 13, 1955 in Chicago, IL to John and Pearl Gillham.  Charles was currently working for Video Jet Technologies in Elk Grove Village for over 40 years.  He was a member of Lord of...

Feb 15, 2020

Terrence S. Marusich (Terry), 74 of Grayslake, formerly of Mundelein passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on Saturday, February 15, 2020.  Loving husband of 50 years to Judy Marusich (Schmerschneider), loving father to Mark Marusich and Jeffrey (Carrie) Marusich. Proud grandfather to Kyle, Cody, Brayden, Dylan and Giana.  Loving brothers to Richard and Bruce (Sarah)...

Feb 12, 2020

Drucilla Ann "Dru" Carlson: Longtime Glenview resident, Chicago film family matriarch If her life were a movie, Dru Carlson's story would defy categorization. She was, by turns, a talented actress, fiercely independent adventurer, devoted wife, good-humored and supremely organized mentor, union organizer, female film trailblazer, and beloved matriarch of a television and film industry family that extended well beyond...

Feb 12, 2020

Wanda J. Pokela, 73, a resident of Grayslake, IL and formerly of Cloquet, MN and Park Falls, WI, passed away Wednesday, February 12, 2020 in Lincolnshire, IL.  She was born September 30, 1946 in Anderson, IN.  Wanda was an antique dealer for many years in Duluth, MN and Cloquet, MN.  Wanda is survived by her husband of 54 years,...

Feb 11, 2020

Julia (nee: Jones) Storc, 92, a resident of Round Lake Beach, passed away Tuesday, February 11, 2020 at Hillcrest Nursing Center in Round Lake Beach, IL.  She was born July 3, 1927 in West Frankfort, IL to Pete and Helen Jones.  Julia was an avid reader, loved to cook, travel with friends, and drive.  She was a loving and...

Feb 10, 2020

Helen E. Friedle, 96, passed away Monday, February 10, 2020 in Crystal Lake.  She was born January 25, 1924  in Skokie, IL to Henry and Minnie (nee Kasten) Eichholz.  Helen was an avid gardener, bowler and loved her family most.

Helen is survived by her children, Albert W. (Barbara) Friedle of Lake Villa, Edward (Starla) Friedle of...

Feb 7, 2020

Norman H. Thompson, 78, a resident of Grayslake, IL, passed away Friday, February 7, 2020 at JourneyCare in Barrington, IL.  He was born February 10, 1941 in Joliet, IL to Robert and Gladys Thompson.  Norman was a veteran of the US Air Force having served for 20 years and worked as an attorney for the FAA for 20 years. ...

Feb 6, 2020

Raymond Cudworth, age 78, of Beach Park, passed away Thursday, February 6, 2020.  He was born February 19, 1941 to George and Josephine Cudworth.  Raymond loved golf, country music and Menards.  He was a wise guy and prankster but once you met him you couldn't help but to become friends.  Raymond is survived by his children, Allen (Teresa) Cudworth,...

Feb 4, 2020

Marcell L. Diesterheft, 96, of Chicago, passed away February 4, 2020 at Sunrise in Gurnee, surrounded by her loving family.  She was born April 17, 1923 in Thorpe, WI, daughter of the late Karol and Frances Sikorski.  She was one of 15 children.  At the age of 18, she moved to Highland Park, IL, to serve as a family...