obituaries

Jan 28, 2017

Carol J. Leber, 81, of Lake Geneva, formerly of Ingleside and Round Lake, passed away Saturday, January 28, 2017.

She was born February 10, 1935, in Chicago, to the late Gustav "Ed" and Selma (nee Nelson) Bergloff.  Carol married the late Richard "Dick" A. Leber, Sr. on November 14, 1953, in Round Lake.

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Jan 26, 2017

Scott Lee Johnson, 44, of Fox Lake, passed away Thursday, January 26, 2017, at JourneyCare, Barrington.

He was born September 21, 1972, to Keith R. Johnson and Carolyn (nee Holmes) Hemphill.  Scott loved the Chain of Lakes, the outdoors, and all kinds of animals.  A bricklayer and carpenter, he worked on many buildings in the area.  Most of all, Scott was...

Jan 11, 2017

Amy Michelle Keel, 33, of McHenry, died unexpectedly Wednesday, January 11, 2017, in Northbrook.  She was born April 11, 1983.

Survivors include her daughters, Brooklyn Rose and Haley J. Grubb; fiancé, Robby Grubb; parents, Ray and Joanne Keel of McHenry; siblings, Tonya K. Ridge, and Lindsey R., Timothy Ryan, Alexander , and Mary Keel; and many loving...

Jan 11, 2017

Gregory A. Peeler, 66, of McHenry, died peacefully at his home January 11, 2017. Greg was born March 26, 1950, in Chicago, to the late Murray F. and Gertrude (nee Kraus) Peeler. He was a graduate of Grant Community High School.  He is survived by brother, Murray F. (Priscilla) Peeler of Lake Forest, CA; and sisters, Joan...

Jan 1, 2017

Mary Louisa Deveau (nee Gale), 101, of Fox Lake, died Sunday, January 1, 2017, at her home.

Mary was born on the prairie of Manitoba, Canada March 28, 1915.  She was the fifth of six girls born to Ellen (nee Wright) and John Gale.  Mary trained as a secretary and worked in several places including...

Dec 31, 2016

It is with heavy hearts that we report the unexpected passing of Erik Ullberg into his next great adventure on December 31, 2016, New Year's Eve.

Creative, outgoing, and supportive of his family and friends, Erik was born in Chicago on March 13, 1965 to Axel and Evelyn (nee Larson) Ullberg.

As a...

Dec 30, 2016

Bryan Thomas Schmoldt, 45, of Lake in the Hills, formerly of Fox Lake, died unexpectedly December 30, 2016, while vacationing in Mercer, WI.

Born July 12, 1971, in Chicago, and raised in Fox Lake, Bryan graduated from Grant Community High School where he was a standout on the football team, and went on to graduate from Lake...

Dec 28, 2016

The services for Mr. David K. Straman, 85, of McHenry, are pending.  Please check back.

Dec 24, 2016

Nicholas David "Nick" Battis, 24, passed away unexpectedly Saturday, December 24, 2016, at his home in Ingleside.

Nick was born November 3, 1992, in McHenry, to Gary and Susan (nee Connary) Battis.

Nick was a 2011 graduate of Grant Community High School and a 2016 graduate of the University of Iowa with a Bachelor's degree...

Dec 21, 2016

Rev. Mr. Jack W. McMahon, age 89, beloved husband of Margaret M. McMahon (nee Feeley), loving father of Maureen McMahon, Mary Kocourek (John), Rosemary Rosen (James), Meg Christensen (Lance), Eileen McMahon, Daniel McMahon, Jacqueline Floan (David), John McMahon, and Paul McMahon (Ruth).  Proud grandfather of 16, and great grandfather of 5, and dear uncle of many nieces...

Dec 15, 2016

Tommy Owens Payton, 69, of Round Lake Beach, IL and Twin Lakes, WI, passed away unexpectedly Thursday, December 15, 2016.

He was born January 13, 1947, in Jonesboro, AR, to the late Charles and Maybelle (nee Thomas) Payton.

Tommy was a long-time, heavy equipment operator with Local 150.  He enjoyed bird watching, being outdoors, and...

Dec 14, 2016

Debra J. Larson, 60, of Spring Grove, passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, December 14, 2016, at her home.

She was born October 7, 1956, in Libertyville, to the late Harold and Nancy Larson.

Debra's favorite past time was being a grandmother, who was a creative artist, avid reader, and a music lover.

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Dec 14, 2016

Esther E. Grzesinski, nee Ludwig, 89, of Spring Grove, formerly of Chicago, was born April 29, 1927, and died December 14, 2016. Survived by son, Greg; daughter, Debbie (Glenn) Lingle; grandchildren, Joan and Bill (Michelle) Grzesinski and Kim (Rick) Herda; and her beloved great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.  Preceded in death by husband, William. Memorial visitation Thursday, January...

Dec 4, 2016

Loren Duke Abdalla, 91, passed away Sunday, December 4, 2016.  He was a long time resident of Fox Lake, IL, formerly of Wagner, SD, and a member of the Yankton Sioux Tribe.

During WWII, he served his country with distinction as a Corporal in the US Marine Corps.  He received a Purple Heart and Distinguished Service Medals,...

Dec 3, 2016

Ruth T. Nick (nee Clarkens), 91, of McHenry, formerly of Ingleside, Skokie, Morton Grove, and Wheeling, passed away Saturday, December 3, 2016, at Fair Oaks Health Care Center, Crystal Lake.

She was born January 1, 1925, to the late William E. and Theresa (nee Betz) Clarkens, and married the late Raymond Nick November 25, 1950, at St....

Nov 21, 2016

Mr. Rickie D. Linn, 62, of Ingleside, passed away Monday, November 21, 2016, at his home.  A visitation will be held from 1-5:00 p.m., Friday, November 25, at Hamsher Lakeside Funerals and Cremations, 12 N. Pistakee Lake Rd., Fox Lake.  There will be no service and inurnment will be private.

Nov 21, 2016

Henry M. Retek, Sr., 78, of McHenry, passed away Monday, November 21, 2016, at his home.

He was born October 12, 1938, in Chicago, to the late Frank and Amelia (nee Trent).

Henry was a plumber who enjoyed fishing, boating, tennis, pool, being on the water, and spending time at the cabin he...

Nov 10, 2016

Dolores Louise Naspinski (nee Conoscenti), 79, of Des Plaines, at rest Thursday, November 10, 2016.  Wife of the late Bruno; mother of Denise (Ray) Eimerman; and sister of Vincent (Marilyn).  Friends are invited to celebrate Dolores' life at 2:30 p.m., Saturday, November 19, at Lino's Ristorante, 265 Peterson Rd., Libertyville, IL 60048. Memorials to Alzheimer's Association, www.alz.org, 800-272-3900, appreciated....

Nov 10, 2016

The services for Mr. Klaus Olesch, 77, of Spring Grove, are pending.

Nov 10, 2016

The services for Tracy L. Cross, 45, of Fox Lake, will be private.