obituaries

Jan 31, 2026

The obituary is pending.  The Northeastern Illinois Nurse Honor Guard will hold a Nightingale Tribute to Panida at 12:30 p.m., Thursday, February 12, at RINGA FUNERAL HOME, 122 S. Milwaukee Ave. (Route 83), Lake Villa. Family and friends will hold a eulogy service immediately following the Nightingale Tribute.  Visitation will continue until 4 p.m.

Jan 19, 2026

Susan Jane Rodriguez, 78, passed away at JourneyCare Hospice in Barrington, IL. She was born Susan Jane Irwin in Chicago, IL to Edward Lyle Irwin and Jane Irwin (Heimke).

After graduating from Northern Illinois University, Susan spent her early years working as a student migrant teacher, teaching English and Spanish to Mexican immigrants. Susan spent...

Jan 14, 2026

Guy Vincent Croteau was a devoted and loving husband, proud father of four children, grandfather to twelve, and one of 10 siblings, seven of which survive him. He was preceded in death by his mother and father, as well as a sister and a brother.

He was an immigration attorney and a semi-retired school bus driver who...

Jan 9, 2026

Clifton Edward Stewart, of Round Lake, peacefully passed away January 9, 2026, at home with his family.  He was born July 4, 1955, in Chicago, Illinois, to the late Robert "John L" and Mary Anne "Mickey" (nee Lehmann) Stewart.

Clif grew up in Cicero, Illinois, attended Morton East High School, served in the Army during...

Jan 8, 2026

The visitation for Giovanni Albiter, 33, of Fox Lake, will be Saturday, January 17, from 9 a.m. until the time of prayer service at 12 p.m., at Joyful Spirit Church, 36325 N. Maple Avenue (please enter off of Wesley Road), Ingleside, IL 60041.  Burial will follow at Ascension Cemetery, Libertyville.  Memorials to the family appreciated.

Dec 31, 2025

Services will be private.

Dec 28, 2025

Diane Christine Clark (née Holt), 58, of Fox Lake, unexpectedly died at home after a brief battle with cancer on Sunday, December 28, 2025. She was born October 5, 1967, in Waukegan to Timothy and Elizabeth (née Jensen) Holt.

A 1985 graduate of Warren Township High School, Diane began her successful career in real estate...

Dec 20, 2025

​Michael Kacner, 71, passed away on December 20, 2025, due to complications from pancreatic cancer. A dedicated chemist and a man of quiet intellect and humor, Michael's life was defined by his curiosity for how the world worked and his devotion to his family.

​A Career of Innovation

​Born on November 15, 1954,...

Dec 14, 2025

Services for Sharon Ann will be private.

Dec 3, 2025

Randy Glen Swikle, 80, ended his earthly cycle of life on December 3, 2025, and his soul journeyed for heavenly judgment, joining his beloved wife, Eileen Marie (Kiehl) Swikle, the heart of his happiness. He once wrote, "My lifespan embraced love, faith, and countless blessings of God's creations." He loved his journey along the sunny side of...

Dec 2, 2025

Cindy Mary Hill (nee McGill), 71, of Ingleside, peacefully passed away surrounded by her family Tuesday, December 2, 2025, at Advocate Condell Medical Center, Libertyville.  She was born August 10, 1954, in Highwood, to the late Farrell and Mary McGill.

Cindy had a successful, 25-year career as a salesperson with Medline Industries.  Prior to working...

Nov 29, 2025

Richard "The Turkey Man" Reynolds, 76, of Fox Lake, peacefully passed away Saturday, November 29, 2025, at Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital, Barrington.  He was born October 4, 1949, in Chicago.

Richard enjoyed woodworking, hunting, and boating.  He was a retired machinist.

Survivors include his wife, Christina "Chris" (nee Kahl); children, Matthew (Charlotte) Reynolds...

Nov 25, 2025

Elaine Beegle Tredinnick, 87, of Ingleside, Illinois passed away in the early morning hours of Tuesday, November 25, 2025 at Avantara Libertyville after an extended illness.

Elaine was born May 17, 1938 in New Jersey, the daughter of Hilda E . Mershon Beegle and Harold L. Beegle.

Elaine graduated from Hillside High School...

Nov 20, 2025

Mary Kemper (nee Kenny), 77, of Ingleside, peacefully passed away Thursday, November 20, 2025, at JourneyCare, Barrington.  She was born June 26, 1948, in Chicago, to the late Thomas and Katherine (nee Maresch) Kenny.

Survivors include her son, Bill (Vanessa Raasch) Kemper; grandsons, Michael Liskey and Alec Milbratz; siblings, Noreen Bohlman and Terry (Jan) Kenny;...

Nov 17, 2025

Patricia "Pat" Adams (nee Mestan), 85, of Round Lake, peacefully passed away Monday, November 17, 2025, at the Village at Victory Lakes, Lindenhurst.  She was born April 20, 1940, in Roulette, PA.

Pat was a graduate of Immaculata Catholic High School, Chicago.  She enjoyed playing bingo at St. Bede and the Fox Lake Volunteer Fire...

Nov 11, 2025

The Celebration of Life for Dixie Lynn Jaranson has been scheduled for Sunday, August 2, 2026, at the Southwind Prairie Club House, 775 Southwind Dr., Lake Geneva, WI 53147.  Her obituary follows:

Dixie Lynn Jaranson, 84, of Fox Lake, IL, passed away peacefully on November 11, 2025, at St. Luke's Medical Center, Milwaukee, WI.  She was born on August 5, 1941,...

Nov 5, 2025

Elroy Michael Geger, 70, of Ingleside, passed away Wednesday, November 5, 2025, at Holy Family Medical Center, Des Plaines.  He was born October 16, 1955, in Chicago, to the late Elroy A. and Angeline "Angie" (nee Basowski) Geger.

Elroy was a 1974 graduate of Grant Community High School where he excelled in sports—especially football.  He...

Nov 2, 2025

Mary Ruth Wozniak, 81 of McHenry, IL passed away on Sunday, November 2nd at Ignite Medical Resort, McHenry, IL. She was born on September 2, 1944, in Waukegan, IL.

Mary was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and dear friend to many. She grew up in Waukegan, IL as an only child, eventually marrying (Gerold...

Nov 2, 2025

Services will be private.

Oct 31, 2025

Tracy Jean Hamm, 54, of Fox Lake, unexpectedly passed away Friday, October 31, 2025, at her home. She was born November 16, 1970, in McHenry,  to the late Frank and Jean (nee Bloss) Hamm.

Survivors include her children, Alexia Rosenbush, Tyler Hamm, and Olivia Pedraja; siblings, Lorrie (Bob) Gavros, Sheila (Mike) Chrissman, Renee (the late...