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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.

Mary Ellen (Ziegler)  Freund

Mary Ellen (Ziegler) Freund

Apr 22, 2016

Mary Ellen Freund (nee Ziegler), born October 20, 1932, passed away peacefully on April 22, 2016, from complications from recent heart surgery. She was surrounded by family.  Mary is preceded in death by Benno (husband of 48 years) and Denise (daughter). She is survived by Kathy (Don) Pierce, Kim (Larry) Laycock, Julie (Steve) Serres, Kevin (Darby) Freund, Jamie Freund,...

Pauline "Paula" Jean (Krasny)  Cerny

Pauline "Paula" Jean (Krasny) Cerny

Apr 12, 2016

Pauline "Paula" Jean Cerny (nee Krasny), 70, of Spring Grove, passed away Tuesday, April 12, 2016, at JourneyCare Hospice, Barrington.

She was born November 18, 1945, in Ingleside, to the late John and Irene (nee Sawchak) Krasny.  Paula married Anton "Tony" Cerny on October 12, 1968.

Paula worked as an Executive Secretary for Milwaukee Road...

Mary Ann (Krezel)  Conway

Mary Ann (Krezel) Conway

Apr 9, 2016

Click the following link to sign Mary's register book: http://bit.ly/maryannconway

Mary Conway (nee Krezel), 59, of Lake Villa, passed away Saturday, April 9, 2016, at Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital.

Mary was born May 17, 1956, in Chicago, to the late Edward and Lucille Krezel.  She married Robert Emmett Conway, Jr. on June 30, 1979.

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Susan T. Emmerich

Susan T. Emmerich

Apr 8, 2016

Susan T. Emmerich, 57, passed away Friday, April 8, 2016, at Advocate Condell Medical Center, Libertyville.

She was born March 11, 1959, in Waukegan, to the late John and Virginia (nee Krutz) Emmerich.

Sue worked for Zurich in Schaumburg for over 10 years.

Survivors include her siblings, John (Janet) Emmerich of Ingleside, William...

Robert Flint

Robert Flint

Apr 2, 2016

A memorial service for Robert Fling, 93, of Fox Lake, will be held at a later date.

Seth Jacob Goodwin

Seth Jacob Goodwin

Mar 28, 2016

The visitation for Seth Jacob Goodwin, 24, of Grayslake, will be held Sunday, April 10, from 12 noon until the celebration of his life at 4 p.m., at Hamsher Lakeside Funerals and Cremations, 12 N. Pistakee Lake Rd., Fox Lake.  Inurnment will be private.

Born May 31, 1991, in Ingleside to Tom and Shari Goodwin, Seth passed...

Gladys (Grogan)  Rogers

Gladys (Grogan) Rogers

Mar 24, 2016

Gladys Rogers (nee Grogan) 100, of Elkhorn WI, formerly of Fox Lake, passed away Thursday, March 24, 2016.

She was born September 28, 1915, in Chicago, to the late John and Ethel (nee Archambault) Grogan.  Gladys married the late Franklin P. Rogers on March 17, 1934, in Notre Dame Church, Chicago.

Gladys worked at Inga's...

Shirley Trinski

Shirley Trinski

Mar 20, 2016

Shirley Hope Trinski, 93, passed away in her Fort Myers, Florida home surrounded by family on March 20, 2016.  The most important thing to remember is not how Shirley died but how she lived!

Born in Sioux City, Iowa to Mildred Morris and Harry Newberg, one of three children, Shirley, was an accomplished Dancer, Model...

Viola Christina (Freund)  Snyder

Viola Christina (Freund) Snyder

Mar 14, 2016

Viola C. Snyder (nee Freund), 96, of McHenry, passed away Monday, March 14, 2016, at home surrounded by family, dear friends, and her beloved caregiver, Josephina Leib.

She was born July 29, 1919, in Johnsburg, to the late Peter and Susie (nee Miller) Freund.

Viola worked as a supervisor for Oak Industries for over 30...

John "Jake" Robert Mosansky

John "Jake" Robert Mosansky

Mar 12, 2016

Jake Mosansky, 27, of Round Lake, passed away unexpectedly Saturday, March 12, 2016, in Ingleside.

He was born October 31, 1988, in McHenry, to John C. and Darlene E. (nee Kobuch) Mosansky.

Jake loved musky fishing, being outdoors, sitting by his fire, walking his beloved dog, Chad, and showing off his pet alligator,...

Albert P. Masciola

Albert P. Masciola

Mar 2, 2016

Albert P. Masciola, 97, of Ingleside, passed away Wednesday, March 2, 2016, at his home.

He was born February 22, 1919, in Chicago, to the late Anselmo and Theresa (nee Tiritilli) Masciola.  Al married the late Betty A. DiChristofaro November 29, 1941, at Resurrection Church, Chicago.

Al loved sports--especially baseball, golf, boating, and snowmobiling.

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Richard J. Dragas

Richard J. Dragas

Feb 27, 2016

The graveside inurnment of Richard, J. Dragas, 73, of Fox Lake, formerly of Spring Grove and Chicago, will be private.

Edward F. Kelley

Edward F. Kelley

Feb 22, 2016

Edward F. Kelley, 75, of Fox Lake, passed away Monday, February 22, 2016, at his home.

He was born March 3, 1940, in Chicago, to the late Frank and Eileen (nee Parkins) Kelley.  Ed married Catherine "Kay" Hansen August 26, 1961, in Arlington Heights.

Known as "Honest Ed," Ed was a prominent, long-time salesman at...

Theresa (Fichera) Calamia

Theresa (Fichera) Calamia

Feb 15, 2016

Theresa Calamia (nee Fichera), 99, a longtime resident of Round Lake Beach, passed away Monday, February 15, 2016, at Hillcrest Nursing Center, Round Lake Beach.

She was born January 25, 1917, in Chicago, to the late Thomas and Theresa (nee Graziano).

Theresa retired from Johns Manville in Waukegan.  She was also an avid...

Shirley A. Kucia

Shirley A. Kucia

Feb 4, 2016

Shirley A. Kucia, 79, of Fox Lake, formerly of Antioch and Genoa City, passed away Thursday, February 4, 2016, at Presence St. Joseph Hospital, Elgin.

She was born September 18, 1936, in Chicago to the late William Enochs and Mildred Walker.

Shirley worked for Intermatic for many years.  She especially enjoyed spending time with her...

Virginia L (Miller) Bartram

Virginia L (Miller) Bartram

Jan 30, 2016

A Graveside Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. at Warren Cemetery in Gurnee, Illinois.

Charles R. Fanning

Charles R. Fanning

Jan 28, 2016

Charles R. Fanning, 77, of Springdale, AR, passed away Thursday, January 28, 2016, at Circle of Life Hospice, Springdale.  He was born December 4, 1938, in Peoria, OK.

Charles loved fishing, hunting, and growing tomatoes.

Survivors include his wife, Loretta (nee Helms); children, Chuck (Mary) Fanning of Borden, IN, Lynnette Fanning of Boise, ID, and...

Harold Peter Thelen

Harold Peter Thelen

Jan 28, 2016

Harold Thelen, 87, born August 20, 1928, in McHenry to Arthur and Celia (nee Miller) Thelen, passed away January 28, 2016 at Northwoods Care in Belvedere.

Harold enjoyed the outdoors, yard work, working around the farm, camping/traveling and boating on the Chain of Lakes. He loved singing (and could be heard yodeling too). He was...

Bonnie M Von Bergen

Bonnie M Von Bergen

Jan 27, 2016

Services for Bonnie Von Bergen will be private.

David L. Gibson

David L. Gibson

Jan 27, 2016

The services for David L. Gibson will be private.

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