Mary J. Matulka
Aug 3, 2026
Mary J. Matulka (nee Palazzolo), 88, of Spring Grove, passed away August 3, 2026, at Northwestern McHenry Hospital. She was born December 3, 1937, in Chicago, to the late Anthony and Lena (nee DiJoseph) Palazzolo.
Mary was a registered nurse for many years and created the Continuity of Care, where she served as president of the state organization for many years.
Survivors...
Benedict "Ben" George Gondek
Jul 31, 2026
With heavy hearts, we announce the peaceful passing of Benedict “Ben” George Gondek, 77, of Fox Lake, formerly of Ringwood, on Friday, July 31, 2026, at City of Hope, Zion. He was born November 1, 1948, in Chicago, to the late John and Dolores (nee Sass) Gondek.
Ben was a loving father, devoted papa, and a truly remarkable man. His kindness,...
Stephen Michael Gawlik, Sr.
Jul 28, 2026
Stephen M. Gawlik Sr., 69, of Fox Lake, unexpectedly passed away July 28, 2026, at home. He was born February 1, 1957, in Chicago, to the late Stephen S. and Gloria (nee Neubaum) Gawlik.
Stephen is survived by his sons, Stephen Jr. and Michael Gawlik; granddaughter, Stephenie Gawlik; sisters, Vickie and Delores; and was the beloved uncle of Jennifer, Christine, Emily,...
Walter "Wally" John Nowak
Jul 28, 2026
Walter “Wally” John Nowak, 61, of Spring Grove, passed away July 28, 2026, at Froedert Hospital, Milwaukee, as a result of a motorcycle accident. He was born March 11, 1965, In Waukegan to Joseph and Mary Ann Nowak.
Wally had a huge heart and would help anyone in need. He was a master mechanic and had shops in Antioch and Kenosha....
Sherry Lea Sandnes
Jul 26, 2026
Sherry Lea Sandnes, 65, of Union Grove, WI (formerly of Lake Villa), peacefully passed away Sunday, July 26, 2026, at home surrounded by family. She was born August 7, 1960, in Torrance, CA.
Sherry enjoyed fishing, traveling, hosting family gatherings, and creating opportunities for people to come together. She was a light wherever she went, always ready to strike up a...
Dawn Carole Hunziker
Jul 17, 2026
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Dawn Carole Hunziker, age 84, of Ingleside, Illinois, who passed away peacefully at home on July 17, 2026. She was born in Evanston, Illinois, on March 16, 1942, to Roland and Myrtle Hunziker.
Her high school years were marked by her enthusiasm and school spirit. She served as Captain of...
Gary R. Wallsten
Jul 14, 2026
Gary R. Wallsten, 76, of Ingleside, unexpectedly passed away Tuesday, July 14, 2026, at home. He was born July 13, 1950, in Chicago, to the late Carl and Helen (nee Holm) Wallsten.
Gary was a registered architect who loved his work and was passionate about his career. He revered Frank Lloyd Wright, winning an award for work done on a Wright...
Anne Louise Thomas
Jul 9, 2026
Anne Louise Thomas (nee Morrissey), 81, of Ingleside, IL, peacefully passed away Thursday, July 9, 2026. She was born September 12, 1944, in Boston, MA, to the late Robert and Alice (nee Rogers) Morrissey. Anne was the beloved wife of almost 58 years of William “Bill” Thomas, who preceded her in death.
Anne was the beloved mother of Michael W. (Jennifer)...
Marcella Ann Mathis
Jun 29, 2026
Marcella “Marcy” Ann Mathis, 58, of Antioch, peacefully passed away Monday, June 29, 2026, at home, after a 27-month battle with cancer. She was born August 22, 1967, in Chicago, to Frank and Emily Mathis.
Marcy loved all of God’s creation, but was especially fond of turtles, whales, and raising monarch butterflies. She was a lover of God’s word and was...
Judith "Judy" Gondek
Jun 17, 2026
Judith “Judy” Gondek, 78, of Fox Lake, formerly of Ringwood, passed away surrounded by her loved ones Wednesday, June 17, 2026, at home. She was born April 18, 1948, in Elmhurst, to the late Neil and Rose (nee Trost) Kelso.
Judy grew up in Des Plaines, spent much time at her parents’ Bald Knob Resort in McHenry, graduated from Maine West...
Robert "Bob" J. Paganucci
May 26, 2026
Robert “Bob” J. Paganucci, 81, of Fox Lake, Illinois, passed away peacefully on May 26, 2026, at Northwestern Medicine McHenry Hospital.
Bob was born on July 6, 1944, in Chicago, Illinois, the son of Julius Paganucci and Irene Mathews. He proudly served his country in the United States Army before beginning a long and successful career in the construction industry, where...
Ricky John Chapman
May 15, 2026
Ricky John Chapman, 64, a lifelong resident of Chicago, passed away May 15, 2026, at The Pearl of Rolling Meadows. He was born December 22, 1961, in Chicago, to the late Robert and Catherine (nee DeNight), Chapman.
Ricky was a devoted caregiver to his mom, Catherine, until her passing. He was a longtime member of Bethel Community Church on Foster Avenue,...
Charles "Chuck" Coultrap Palmer
May 6, 2026
Charles C. Palmer, 82, of Fox Lake passed away May 6, 2026, at home. Chuck loved to travel, lately on ocean cruises and European bus tours with his loving wife of 60 years, Pat. He also had a wanderlust that took him on long, solo road trips to see the wonders of the country, from the Badlands of South Dakota...
John "Jack" William Lumber
Apr 30, 2026
John “Jack” W. Lumber, 89, a lifelong resident of Ingleside, passed away Thursday, April 30, 2026, at Story Point Senior Living, Libertyville. He was born October 2, 1936, in Waukegan, to the late Frank “Bud” and Evalyn (nee Amann) Lumber.
John was raised in Ingleside and graduated from Grant Community High School in 1954. He received his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees...
Michael "Mike" J. Ziemblicki
Apr 9, 2026
Services for Mike Ziemblicki, 78, of Round Lake, IL (formerly of Elk Grove Village and Chicago, IL) have been arranged by Hamsher Funerals & Cremations, Fox Lake, IL. Burial will be in Grant Cemetery, Ingleside. Visitation will be Tuesday, April 14, 2026, from 11 a.m. until the start of the funeral at 1:30 p.m., at Ringa Funeral Home, 122 S....
Gerald "Gerry" Swederski
Apr 6, 2026
Gerald “Gerry” Swederski, 89, of Fox Lake, unexpectedly passed away at home Monday, April 6, 2026. He was born September 10, 1936, in Chicago, to the late Leo and Dorothy (nee Harris) Swederski. He married Carol Bahling January 15, 1955.
Gerry was a strong believer in Jesus Christ, and lived his life being Christlike in service to others—just as God commanded....
Manuel Valadez
Apr 3, 2026
It is with great sadness and joy that the family of Manuel Valadez announces he is now resting in the arms of Jesus Christ his Lord and Savior, at the age of 84.
He was a devoted father to his children, Sheila (Al) Soto, Edy (Roger) Landa, Vickie (Manny) Granado, and Manuel Valadez, Jr.; loving grandfather to Krystal (Tommy) Rivera, Jonathan...
