OBITUARIES

Jan 17, 2025

Laura Anne Burnett, 59, of Waukegan, passed away on January 17, 2025.  She was born on March 30, 1965 in Dublin, Ireland to Rose and Dave White. Laura was a graduate of Grayslake High School, class of 1983.  She attended St. Gilbert Catholic School, where she excelled at playing the flute. She loved to sing to her children, especially...

Jan 17, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Mary Jean Nielsen on January 17, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on November 14, 1942 in Elgin, IL, she brought light and kindness into the world from the moment she arrived.

Mary was a woman of extraordinary strength, grace, and compassion. She...

Jan 15, 2025

Carolyn Elsie Hamrick, age 89, of Champaign, IL, passed away peacefully on January 15, 2025. In the days up to her passing, she was blessed to enjoy her favorite time of year this past Christmas, surrounded by family and friends.

Carolyn was born on July 28, 1935, in Pana, IL. She was predeceased by her husband, Charles E. Hamrick, her mother,...

Jan 11, 2025

William John Zaksas, age 77, of Lake Villa, IL, passed away January 11, 2025.  He was born November 12, 1947 in Pueblo, Co.

Beloved husband of Debra Egger, son of the late Joseph and Ann (nee: Mostelka) Zaksas, brother of Joseph (Mary Jo) Zaksas of Sarasota, Florida, Margaret (Mark) Smith of Loudon, Tennessee, Richard (Laura) Zaksas of...

Jan 8, 2025

Laurdene B. Guy, 89, of Lindenhurst, IL, passed away on January 8, 2025. She was born on November 1, 1935 in Chicago to Francis and Marie Blume. Laurdene served as a Eucharist Minister and volunteered in caring for the elderly by cleaning and giving companionship.

Laurdene is survived by her sisters-in-law, Nancy and Carmen; her nieces and...

Jan 8, 2025

Annie L. Jones, 93, a resident of Ingleside and a former resident of Grenada, MS, passed away January 8, 2025, at her home.  She was born September 13, 1931, in Zama, MS to John and Myrtle Massey.

Annie enjoyed crocheting and was very active at her church, Enon Baptist Church in Grenada. She enjoyed reading books and...

Jan 2, 2025

Matthew Ryan Ahern, 40, of Grayslake, IL passed away on January 2 nd , 2025.

Matthew was the son of Paul and Ursula Ahern.

Matthew graduated from Grayslake Community High School, then went on to Wheaton College, earning a Bachelor's Degree. Upon graduation, he was commissioned as a 2 nd Lieutenant in the United States...

Jan 2, 2025

Robert "Bob" L. Welch, 92, a former resident of Round Lake and most recently of Lindenhurst, passed away peacefully on January 2, 2025.  He was born February 18, 1932, in Chicago, IL to Russell and Virginia (nee: Lukasiewicz) Welch.

Bob was a graduate of Antioch High School and a veteran of the US Army and US Air...

Dec 30, 2024

Joy Demetra (nee Butler) Hussey, 63, of Wonder Lake, IL passed away on December 30, 2024 at Northwestern Hospital in McHenry, IL. She was born on September 10, 1961 in Camden, TN to Leland and Ruby (nee Kritzburg) Butler.

Joy truly cherished being a live-in grandma, reveling in the joy of her grandkids. She loved reminiscing about...

Dec 26, 2024

Lawrence J. Vanover, 62, of Highland Park, Il, passed away peacefully from complications related to Multiple Sclerosis on December 26, 2024 in Highland Park.  He was born on December 6, 1962 in Waukegan, IL to Jon and Dorothy Vanover.

Larry worked at Hewitt Associates in Lincolnshire, IL. Larry was huge Chicago Bears, White Sox, Blackhawks and Bulls...

Dec 23, 2024

Mildred Louise Arnold, 92, a resident of Grayslake, IL, passed away December 23, 2024 at her home. She was born March 5, 1932 in St. Louis, MO to Sidney Sr. and Laura (nee: Woodard) Washington.

Mildred is survived by her children Ardie (Marie Lourdes) Arnorld Jr., Anthony Arnold, and April (Eugene Clardy) Arnold, her grandchildren Ardie (Sabina)...

Dec 23, 2024

Terrence "Terry" Walter Reeder, a devoted husband, loving father, cherished grandfather, and loyal friend, passed away peacefully on December 23, 2024, surrounded by his loving family.

Terry was born June 20, 1953, in Racine, WI, to Alice and James Reeder. After living in Kenosha, WI, the family moved to Park Ridge, IL. He graduated from Maine South...

Dec 23, 2024

Dominic M. Squillaci Jr., 93, a resident of Grayslake, IL, passed away December 23, 2024, at Advocate Condell Medical Center in Libertyville, IL.  He was born November 30, 1931, in Chicago, IL to Dominic Sr. and Grace (nee Lipari) Squillaci.  He was preceded in death by his wife of 68 years, Rosemarie, his brothers Joseph (Mary Ann), sister Rosalie...

Dec 19, 2024

Alexander Andrew Hughes, age 38, of Hainesville, IL, passed away on December 19, 2024 at his home.  Alex was born on May 20, 1986 in Lake Forest, IL to Stephen and Ann Marie (nee Stark) Hughes.

Alexander, affectionately known as Al, was a kind, humorous, and selfless soul who brightened the lives of all who knew him....

Dec 17, 2024

John "Jack" R. Wade, Jr., age 81, of Grayslake, IL, passed away on December 17, 2024 at his home.  He was born on August 3, 1943 in Evanston, IL to John Sr. and Catherine (nee Mahoney) Wade.

Jack's greatest love was his family and friends, of which he had many of both. Jack had that warm friendly...

Dec 17, 2024

Pleas "Lee" Brewer, age 84, of Lakemoor, IL, passed away on December 17, 2024 at JourneyCare Hospice Center in Barrington, IL.  He was born on January 14, 1940 in Gray, KY to Pleas and Viola (nee Engle) Brewer.

Lee moved to Chicago from Kentucky in 1965 with Jessie. They were looking for a better life than Kentucky...

Dec 16, 2024

Heidi L. Johnson, 74, a resident of Gurnee, IL, passed away December 16, 2024, at her home.  She was born September 22, 1950, in Chicago, IL to Donald and Kathryn (nee: Kirkwood) Johnson.

Heidi was a strong, loving, caring, helpful, funny person.  Her strength was an inspiration. She loved spending time with her family and her fur...

Dec 15, 2024

Lester "Ray" Linder, age 84, of Hainesville, IL, formerly of Salem IL, passed away on December 15, 2024, at home.  He was born July 14, 1940, in Randolph, IL.  An army veteran, he was the son of the late Henry and Leota (Wells) Linder.

Ray married his high school sweetheart, Gloria "Jean" (Buchanan) Linder on June 14,...

Dec 10, 2024

Rae Anne (Utermark) Yost, 88 of Grayslake, IL formerly Gurnee, IL passed away Tuesday, December 10, 2024. She was born and raised in Chicago, IL, and attended Carl Schurz High School where she met and married her high school sweetheart, James W. Yost.  They were married for 61 years. Rae Anne began her work career as a telephone operator...

Dec 9, 2024

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Matthew Bryan Gerwin, of Round Lake, Illinois, who suddenly passed in his home on December 9, 2024, at the age of 42. Matthew is survived by his loving wife, Milena of 11 years of marriage, whom he married on October 11, 2013; his sons Lucas Mathew and Benjamin...