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Recent obituaries in Fox Lake, IL

The obituaries in the Fox Lake area reflect the region's diverse population, featuring individuals from a variety of ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds. Some were pioneers in their fields, while others dedicated their lives to community service or philanthropy. Their stories serve as a reminder of the richness and complexity of Fox Lake history and identity.

Marcella Ann Mathis

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...

Roberta Lynn Miterko

Roberta Lynn Miterko

Jun 28, 2026

There will be no services.

Karen Marie Leu

Karen Marie Leu

Jun 27, 2026

There will be no services.

Judith "Judy" Gondek

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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...

Thomas W. Weber

Thomas W. Weber

Mar 30, 2026

Services will be private.

Caroline "Dolly" Jonas

Caroline "Dolly" Jonas

Mar 30, 2026

Caroline “Dolly” Jonas, 96, of Ingleside, peacefully passed away Monday, March 30, 2026, at Lakeland Healthcare Center, Elkhorn, WI. She was born April 22, 1929, in St. Paul, MN.

Caroline worked as a payroll administrator at Woolworth’s in Fox Lake for over 25 years. She enjoyed sewing, crocheting, baking strawberry rhubarb pies, and polka dancing every weekend (especially in Fort Atkinson,...

Charlene Louise (Nee Evans) Cicovsky

Charlene Louise (Nee Evans) Cicovsky

Mar 28, 2026

Charlene Louise Cicovsky (nee Evans), 93, of Ingleside, died March 28, 2026.  Wife of the late George J.; mom of Georgette (Joe) Serocki; grandma of Karen (Tanner Hart and Beki Strauser) Serocki, Brian (Stephanie) Serocki, Becky (John) Lyman, and Kim (Christian Buzbee) Serocki; great-grandma of Quentin and Damien Serocki; daughter of the late Joseph and Therese. Visitation...

Frances (Nee Vinco) Ambolo

Frances (Nee Vinco) Ambolo

Mar 26, 2026

Frances Ambolo (nee Vinco), 92, of Fox Lake, peacefully passed away Thursday, March 26, 2026, at home.  She was born January 20, 1934, in Marsala, Sicily, to the late Antonio and Paola (nee Cacioppo) Vinco.

Survivors include her children, Vida (the late Danny) Lamb and Vincent Ambolo both of Fox Lake; brother, Antonino (Francesca) Vinco;...

Gordon David Spading

Gordon David Spading

Mar 23, 2026

Gordon David Spading, 87, of Ingleside, passed away Monday, March 23, 2026, at Hillcrest Nursing Center, Round Lake Beach, IL. He was born February 17, 1939, in Cincinnati, OH.

Gordon was raised in Pine Island, MN and was a 1957 graduate of Pine Island High School. After high school, he enlisted in the US Navy,...

Guy P. Guzzo

Guy P. Guzzo

Mar 19, 2026

Mr. Guzzo's services will be private.

Gerald "Jerry" Lee Ronsman

Gerald "Jerry" Lee Ronsman

Mar 11, 2026

Gerald "Jerry" Lee Ronsman, 89, of Round Lake, passed through death into eternal life Wednesday, March 11, 2026, at Advocate Condell Medical Center, Libertyville, after a brief battle with bladder cancer.  He was born to Henry and Rose (nee Runnoe) Ronsman on February 22, 1937, in Green Bay, Wisconsin.

Jerry enjoyed cheering on the Green...

Sylvia K. (Nee Fischer And Divoky) Mcclory

Sylvia K. (Nee Fischer And Divoky) Mcclory

Mar 11, 2026

Sylvia K. McClory (nee Fischer and Divoky), 68, of Fox Lake, peacefully passed away at home Wednesday, March 11, 2026.  She was born September 16, 1957, in Aurora, Illinois.

Sylvia was a 1975 graduate of Richmond-Burton Community High School, she went on to work as a model at Albert K in the Lakehurst Mall, Waukegan. ...

Gregory L. Sleboda

Gregory L. Sleboda

Mar 6, 2026

Gregory L. Sleboda, 68, of Fox Lake, Illinois, passed away March 6, 2026.

Gregory was a welder most of his life and was known for his skill and craftsmanship.  From welding water towers, to hot rods, to artistic pieces, he took great pride in his work.  He loved nature and being outdoors any chance he...

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