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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.

James Delno Dinwiddie

James Delno Dinwiddie

Sep 21, 2022

James Delno Dinwiddie, age 80, long time resident of Fox Lake.  James was the beloved husband of 61 years to Jolene Marie (nee Shearer), loving father of Cheryl ( David ) Dinwiddie Becker and James Bryan Dinwiddie.  He was the devoted son of the late Anderson and Reba Dinwiddie, cherished grandfather of Ryan Michael Hink, Melissa Mathena...

Thomas John Rogge

Thomas John Rogge

Sep 16, 2022

Thomas J. Rogge, age 77 of Fox Lake, IL, passed away Friday, September 16, 2022, at JourneyCare Hospice CareCenter in Barrington, IL.

Tom was born August 17, 1945, in Milwaukee, WI to Carl and Mary Ann (nee Peterson) Rogge.  He married the love of his life, Pamela J. (nee Shumate) July 23, 1966.  Tom and his wife...

John H. Moulis

John H. Moulis

Sep 11, 2022

John H. Moulis, 83, of Johnsburg, IL and Cape Coral, FL, passed away Sunday, September 11, 2022, in Florida.  He was born February 20, 1939, to the late Joseph and Anna Moulis.

John worked in the marina business since 1952, beginning with his parents at Chain O'Lakes Marina before establishing Fox Lake Harbor—both in Fox...

Dennis J. Sitko, Sr.

Dennis J. Sitko, Sr.

Sep 6, 2022

There will be no services for Mr. Sitko.

Maryanne Cecilia (Nee Zak) Mcnally

Maryanne Cecilia (Nee Zak) Mcnally

Sep 6, 2022

MaryAnne Cecilia McNally (nee Zak), 59, a lifelong resident of Fox Lake, unexpectedly passed away Tuesday, September 6, 2022, at her home.  She was born August 14, 1963, in Waukegan, to the late Francis and Vivian (nee Naumiak) Zak.

MaryAnne was preceded in death by her husband, Felix "Mac" McNally; parents, Frank and Vivian; sister,...

Pearl Marie (Nee Boehm) Linne

Pearl Marie (Nee Boehm) Linne

Aug 30, 2022

Services for Pearl M. Linne, formerly of Fox Lake, will be private.

Carl "Rick" Burr

Carl "Rick" Burr

Aug 27, 2022

It is with deep sadness the Burr Family announces the death of our fighter, Carl "Rick" Burr.  Rick passed away peacefully at home surrounded in love after his 17-year battle with Multiple Myeloma cancer.

Rick is survived by Sharon, his wife of 51 years; his son, Jody (Marci) Burr; daughter, Jamie (Jeff) Martin; mother-in-law, Lois...

Barbara J. (Nee Yater) Wieczorek

Barbara J. (Nee Yater) Wieczorek

Aug 25, 2022

Barbara Joan Wieczorek 75, of Scottsdale, AZ, formerly of Ingleside, IL, passed away peacefully Thursday, August 25, 2022 surrounded by her loved ones.

Barbara was born January 18, 1947, on Staten Island, NY, daughter of the late Philip and Aileen Yater. She was married for 20 years to the late Dennis McDonald with whom she...

Marion Doris (Nee Rothmeier) Beeter

Marion Doris (Nee Rothmeier) Beeter

Aug 25, 2022

Services are private.

Joanne M. Laskowski

Joanne M. Laskowski

Aug 18, 2022

Joanne Marie Laskowski passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 18, 2022 .  Survived by her beloved husband of 60 years, Richard E. Laskowski and her older brother Richard (Carol) King; Loving mother of Deborah (John) Meyer, Kathryn Laskowski (Tony Breuscher), Richard G. (Chantal) Laskowski, Gail Laskowski (Ken Norkus), and Linda (Allen) Plass; Loving grandmother of 13 grandchildren:...

Beverly R. (Nee Miller) Moitzfield

Beverly R. (Nee Miller) Moitzfield

Aug 16, 2022

Beverly R. Moitzfield, age 93, long time resident of Ingleside.  Born in Waukegan, Il.,  February 24, 1929 to the late Herman and Anna Miller.  Beverly lost her only child at infancy, Julie Collins.  She was the loving wife of the late Donald E. Moitzfield (1971), of Fox Lake.  Beverly was the dear sister to 7 siblings and...

Florence L. Kreiling Griswold

Florence L. Kreiling Griswold

Aug 16, 2022

Florence L. Krieling Griswold, 85, of Lehigh Acres, Florida, died Tuesday, August 16, 2022, in Florida. She lived in Florida for the past 60-plus years and formerly lived in Fox Lake.

Florence was born November 21, 1936, to William Kreiling and Florence Kessell Kreiling.  She grew up in Fox Lake and attended Fox Lake Grade...

Dolores Lorraine (Nee Melcic) Szumlas

Dolores Lorraine (Nee Melcic) Szumlas

Aug 4, 2022

Dolores Lorraine Szumlas (Melcic) passed away peacefully on August 4, 2022. She was proceeded in death by her loving husband of 43 years Joseph, her son Rick and her sister Marian Obajtek. Born September 30, 1937 to Albert and Stella (Wojcik) Melcic, she graduated Chicago Vocational High School in 1955 and married her childhood sweetheart 4 years...

James Thomas Boesch

James Thomas Boesch

Aug 3, 2022

James Thomas Boesch, 60, of Buffalo Grove, IL, passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, August 3, 2022.  He was born February 2, 1962, in Waukegan, IL and grew up in Ingleside, IL.

He loved arts and crafts and, in his free time, enjoyed making stain-glass creations.  He also loved all animals—especially cats, adopting many from Orphans of...

Jeanette M. (Nee Culotta) Hill

Jeanette M. (Nee Culotta) Hill

Aug 3, 2022

Jeanette M. Hill (nee Culotta), 91, of Lindenhurst, passed away Wednesday, August 3, 2022, at Advocate Condell Medical Center, Libertyville.  She was born April 20, 1931, in Cicero.

She will be deeply missed by her loving husband of 63 years, William G. Hill; loving children, Frances (Tom) Newby, Frank (Donna) Hill, and Connie (Brian) Miller;...

Jerry Turner

Jerry Turner

Jul 28, 2022

The inurnment and celebration of Jerry's life will be private.

Lester "Les" J. Mccaffery

Lester "Les" J. Mccaffery

Jul 19, 2022

Lester "Les" James McCaffery passed away July 19, 2022, at his home in Ingleside, at the age of 93.  He was born June 29, 1929, to Michael and Rosella McCaffery, on the Southside of Chicago (Sacred Heart Parish).

As a young man, he proudly served as a Seaman First Class, US Navy Seabee, 103rd Division, during World...

Thomas W. Fowler

Thomas W. Fowler

Jul 18, 2022

Thomas "Tom" Fowler, 81, of Sun City, AZ, passed away peacefully Monday, July 18, 2022, in Surprise, AZ.

Tom was born August 3, 1940, in Lake Forest, IL, to Everett and Lulu Fowler.  Tom graduated from McHenry Community High School in 1958.  Tom married the late Arlene Oeffling on May 28, 1960, at St. John...

Steven "Steve" V. Sticklus

Steven "Steve" V. Sticklus

Jul 18, 2022

Steven V. Sticklus, 75, of McHenry, at rest July 18, 2022.  Beloved husband of Terri (nee Gracz) for 53 years; loving dad of Steven S. (Jackie); cherished son of the late Victor and Stella (nee Rzasa); dear brother of Linda (Fred) Kitz; fond cousin of Barbara (Joe) Stachon, Charlene (Jimmy) Miller, and Alex Siedlecki; and many beloved...

Martha "Marty" (Nee Belke) Kvaas

Martha "Marty" (Nee Belke) Kvaas

Jul 4, 2022

The fabulous Marty "Martha" Kvaas, passed away at her home on July 4, 2022.

Marty (Martha Belke) was born in Highland Park, IL on February 14, 1946, to parents Theodore and Virginia May Belke. Marty attended Lake Villa Grade School and began at Antioch High School, graduate of Grayslake High School. Marty owned her own...

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