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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.

Gary L. Spengel

Gary L. Spengel

Sep 16, 2025

Gary Spengel, 75, of McHenry, IL, passed away on September 16, 2025.

Born on September 7, 1950, Gary spent most of his life In McHenry.  He graduated from St. Mary's College in Winona, Minnesota and proudly served in the National Guard. He started his career in the meat packing industry with the family business and...

Betty L. (Nee Cannon) Ravenscraft

Betty L. (Nee Cannon) Ravenscraft

Sep 13, 2025

Elizabeth Louise "Betty Lou" (Cannon) Ravenscraft, 83, of Fox Lake, IL. passed on September 13, 2025. Preceded in death by Mother, Anna (LaPorte) Cannon; Father, Harry George Cannon Sr.; Brother-in-law, Theodore Welsch; Sister-in-law, Gerry Cannon; and Son-in-law, Stephen Massoth Sr.

Betty Lou was born in Chicago, IL on January 16, 1942 and grew up a...

Nicole M. Ness

Nicole M. Ness

Sep 13, 2025

Nicole "TT" Ness, 52, of Round Lake Beach, IL unexpectedly passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, September 13, 2025.  Born on May 6, 1973, in Waukegan, IL, she was the daughter of Rita Ness and the late Harold Ness.

Nicole is survived by her beloved son, Davon Horton; mother, Rita Ness (with whom...

John G. Schmoldt

John G. Schmoldt

Sep 12, 2025

John G. Schmoldt, 78, of Antioch, formerly of Fox Lake, died unexpectedly Friday, September 12, 2025, at Froedert Pleasant Prairie Hospital, Pleasant Prairie, WI.  He was born September 19, 1946, in Chicago, to the late Walter and LaVilla (nee Chesky) Schmoldt.

John served in the United States Marine Corps from 1965 until his honorable discharge...

Cindy Lee (Nee Shultz) Dicosola

Cindy Lee (Nee Shultz) Dicosola

Sep 11, 2025

Cindy Lee DiCosola (nee Shultz), 65, of Ingleside, unexpectedly passed away Thursday, September 11, 2025, at Northwestern McHenry Hospital.  She was born December 15, 1959, in Kansas City, KS.

Cindy enjoyed bird watching, sewing, cooking, spending time with family, planning parties, and loved animals—especially dogs.

Survivors include her loving husband of 36 years,...

Joshua Lyle Rosendahl

Joshua Lyle Rosendahl

Sep 3, 2025

Joshua Lyle Rosendahl, 27, passed away on Wednesday, September 3rd, 2025. He was born on July 4th, 1998 in McHenry, Illinois to Robert John Rosendahl and Chong Suk Hong. Josh was a loving, loyal, and generous man whose heart was always with his family. He is the proud father of Katalyna Nevaeh, who was the light of...

George Martin Laurell, Ii

George Martin Laurell, Ii

Sep 2, 2025

George is survived by his wife of 56 years, Elsie Laurell (Nordling), and his two sons, Nate Laurell (Kris McCoy) of Chicago, Illinois, and Chad Laurell of Salem Lakes, Wisconsin.

He is also survived by his brother-in-law, Wally Wilson; 10 nieces and nephews; 24 great-nieces and great-nephews; and 24 great-great nieces and great-great nephews.

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Josephine R (Russell) Didomenico

Josephine R (Russell) Didomenico

Sep 1, 2025

Josephine Russell DiDomenico, 93, of McHenry IL, passed away peacefully on September 1, 2025. Known as "Nana" to her granddaughter and "Josie" to others, Josephine was born on May 14, 1932, in Lancaster, England. She was preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, Stanley DiDomenico, her daughter Linda, parents William (Billy) and Edith Russell, her...

Dennis R. Gimpert

Dennis R. Gimpert

Aug 29, 2025

With heavy hearts, we share the passing of our beloved Dennis Gimpert, who left us on August 29, 2025. He was the center of our family - a devoted husband, a proud father of four, and a constant source of love, laughter, and strength. Born on July 31, 1948 in Granite City, Illinois, Dennis was more than...

Brian Whittle

Brian Whittle

Aug 25, 2025

Services will be private.

Ronald Richard Chaney

Ronald Richard Chaney

Aug 25, 2025

Services will be private.

Patrick Carl Westin

Patrick Carl Westin

Aug 22, 2025

Patrick "Pat" Westin, 78, passed away peacefully at home on August 22, 2025. Patrick was born on March 17, 1947, in Chicago, IL to the late Carl Helga Westin and Helen (nee O'Neill) Westin, and was raised in Fox Lake/Ingleside, Illinois area.

He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Betty Jean (nee Pinkham)...

Karen Sue (Nee Beeman) Morrison

Karen Sue (Nee Beeman) Morrison

Aug 22, 2025

Services will be private.

Lester C. Rieck, Jr.

Lester C. Rieck, Jr.

Aug 20, 2025

Lester C. Rieck of Fox Lake, IL died on August 20,2025. He was born to Lester and June Rieck on July 19,1943. He grew up in the Galewood neighborhood of Chicago. He graduated from Notre Dame University in 1965. He was  Vice President of Cleveland Cotton Products for 12 twelve years and later opened Fox Valley Towels...

Richard Edward Laskowski

Richard Edward Laskowski

Aug 16, 2025

Richard Edward Laskowski passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 16, 2025, after a long and fulfilling life, following a lengthy, hard-fought battle with Alzheimer's disease. Beloved father of Deborah, Kathryn, Richard G., Gail, and Linda. Adored grandfather of thirteen grandchildren: Ashlen (Phil), Renee, and Madisen (John), children of Deborah and John Meyer; Adison (Amanda) and Krystal (Joey),...

Michael James Ferrigan

Michael James Ferrigan

Aug 9, 2025

Michael James Ferrigan, 84, of Sterling, formerly a longtime resident of Ingleside, peacefully passed away Saturday, August 9, 2025, at home and surrounded by his family.  He was born October 27, 1940, in Chicago, to the late Howard and Esther (nee Neuroth) Ferrigan.

Mike was a 65-year member of Plumbers Local 130 (45 years active,...

Robert Ravenscraft

Robert Ravenscraft

Aug 5, 2025

On the morning of Tuesday, August 5, 2025, peacefully surrounded by his loved ones, Robert Ravenscraft was called home to Heaven. He would have turned 84 next month.  Born September 9, 1941, Robert was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle and friend.

He dedicated his life to his family and to God. At...

Michael J. Kruk

Michael J. Kruk

Aug 5, 2025

Michael J. Kruk, age 87, of Ingleside, Illinois, passed away peacefully at home on August 5, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.

Born in Chicago, Michael was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather whose quiet strength and generous spirit touched everyone who knew him.

Mike worked for many years as a skilled...

Anna (Nee Piotrowski) Pedowski

Anna (Nee Piotrowski) Pedowski

Aug 4, 2025

Anna Pedowski (nee Piotrowski), 100, of McHenry, formerly of Chicago, passed away Monday, August 4, 2025, at home.  She was born January 2, 1925, in Poland, to the late Josef and Maria Piotrowski.

Anna enjoyed flowers and gardening and spending time at Woodhaven near Dixon, IL.

Survivors include her children, Zofia (the late...

Judy Ruprecht

Judy Ruprecht

Jul 30, 2025

Judy Ruprecht (72) passed away on July 30, 2025 in Fox Lake, Illinois after a yearlong struggle with small cell lung cancer. Judy was born in Arlington Heights, Illinois and grew up in Paradise Valley, Arizona. From a young age, she seemed determined to experience the world on her own terms. She graduated from Saguaro High School...

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