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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.

Dolores "Dorie" (Nee Koziol) Rutkowski

Dolores "Dorie" (Nee Koziol) Rutkowski

May 1, 2025

Dolores "Dorie" Rutkowski (nee Koziol), 95, of Fox Lake, peacefully passed away at home Thursday, May 1, 2025.  She was born August 8, 1929, in Chicago, to the late Frank and Rose (nee Bobek) Koziol.

Survivors include her children, Diane (Jerry) Ditter, James Rutkowski, Russell Rutkowski, Wendy Varygiannes, and Ronald Rutkowski; grandchildren, Carrie Pihl, Amy...

Kristen Jo Kory

Kristen Jo Kory

Apr 17, 2025

Kristen Kory, a cherished mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, joyfully embraced eternal peace on the evening of Thursday, April 17, 2025, at the age of 80. A lifelong light in the lives of many, Kristen faced her journey with Parkinson's Disease with remarkable grace and strength.

Born on October 12, 1944, in Chicago, IL, Kristen...

Sandra "Sass" Lynn (Nee Peterson) Flackus

Sandra "Sass" Lynn (Nee Peterson) Flackus

Apr 17, 2025

Sandra "Sass" Lynn Flackus (nee Peterson), 76, of McHenry, formerly of Round Lake, peacefully passed away April 17, 2025 at Northwestern McHenry Hospital surrounded by loving family.  She was born February 15, 1949, in Waukegan, to the late Edwin and Dorothy (nee Podhola) Peterson.

Sandie grew up in Round Lake and was a 1967 graduate...

Mary A. (Nee Abeln)  Frey

Mary A. (Nee Abeln) Frey

Apr 12, 2025

Mary A. Frey (nee Abeln) passed away peacefully, April 12, 2025.  She was born June 03, 1936 in Breese, Il to the late Leo and Lucille Abeln.  Mary was the beloved wife of the late Dennis E. Frey with whom she was united with him in marriage on June 18, 1955 at St. Therese Catholic Church, Palatine, Il.  She...

Annemarie Franziska (Nee Kraft) Gloeckner

Annemarie Franziska (Nee Kraft) Gloeckner

Apr 3, 2025

Annemarie Franziska Gloeckner (nee Kraft), 102, of Skokie, formerly of Chicago, peacefully passed away at home Thursday, April 3, 2025.  She was born in Germany December 17, 1922, to the late Karl and Franziska (nee Heuer) Kraft.

Annemarie grew up in Wuppertal, Germany with her beloved parents, sisters, and brothers.  An avowed anti-Nazi, Annemarie was...

Gail Ann (Nee Glozier)  Stanula

Gail Ann (Nee Glozier) Stanula

Mar 30, 2025

Gail Ann Stanula (nee Glozier), 75, of Volo, formerly a longtime resident of Fox Lake, unexpectedly passed away Sunday, March 30, 2025, at home.  She was born February 7, 1950, in Chicago, to the late James and Irene (nee Duplessis) Glozier.

She was a devout grandmother, and caretaker who had a big heart for all children.  She...

Karen Joyce (Nee Travaglio) Mullenhoff

Karen Joyce (Nee Travaglio) Mullenhoff

Mar 25, 2025

Karen Joyce Mullenhoff (nee Travaglio), 60, of Stuart, Florida, formerly of Lindenhurst, Illinois, passed away Tuesday, March 25, 2025, in West Palm Beach, Florida.  She was born July 19, 1964, in Chicago, to Carol Travaglio (nee Hejnicki) and the late Michael Travaglio.

Karen grew up in Niles, Illinois, graduating from St. John Brebeuf School; and...

Michel "Mike" H. Belinger

Michel "Mike" H. Belinger

Mar 20, 2025

There will be no service.

Charles "Chuck" R. Patterson

Charles "Chuck" R. Patterson

Mar 20, 2025

Charles "Chuck" R. Patterson, 65, of Rockford, formerly of Fox Lake, peacefully passed away Thursday, March 20, 2025, at Milestone, Rockford.  He was born August 14, 1959, in Elgin, to the late Rev. Dennis and June (nee Kaufmann) Patterson.

Chuck enjoyed trains, pigs, and watching The Honeymooners, The Wizard of Oz, and The Ghost and...

Esther N. (Nee Janssen) Schuerr

Esther N. (Nee Janssen) Schuerr

Mar 19, 2025

Esther N. Schuerr (nee Janssen), 104, of Johnsburg, formerly of Fox Lake, peacefully passed away Wednesday, March 19, 2025, at JourneyCare, Barrington.  She was born at home February 3, 1921, in Round Lake, to the late Henry and Emma (nee Krepel) Janssen.

Esther was a very loving mother and known as "mom" and "grandma" to...

Dawn Lynn Howland

Dawn Lynn Howland

Mar 4, 2025

Dawn L. Howland, 53, of Fox Lake, passed away Tuesday, March 4, 2025, at home, in the house she was raised in.  She was born December 26, 1971, in Aurora, to the late James Bernard Howland Sr. and Doreen Dennehy-Ostrowski.

Dawn grew up and attended schools in Fox Lake and graduated from Richmond-Burton High School. ...

Arthur “Art” W. Gabriel, Jr.

Arthur “Art” W. Gabriel, Jr.

Feb 12, 2025

Arthur "Art" W. Gabriel, Jr., 83, of Fox Lake, peacefully passed away Wednesday, February 12, 2025, at his Winter home in Fort Pierce, FL.  He Was born July 23, 1941, in Chicago, to the late Bernice and Arthur Gabriel, Sr.

Art is survived by his sons, Michael Gabriel and Mark (Michelle) Gabriel; grandson, Alex Gabriel;...

David B. Gale, Sr.

David B. Gale, Sr.

Feb 11, 2025

It is with sorrow that we mourn the loss of David B Gale, 89, who passed away peacefully at home in Crystal lake, Il on February 11, 2025.

He was born in Milwaukee, WI to the late Bryant T. Gale and Margaret (nee Casterline) Gale and grew up in Webster Groves, MO. He was preceded...

Rosemary (Nee Ripani)  Thelen

Rosemary (Nee Ripani) Thelen

Jan 29, 2025

Rosemary Thelen of Johnsburg, passed away January 29, 2025, in her home, after being cared for by her loving family and the support of JourneyCare Hospice.

Rosemary was born July 1,1931, in Forest Park to Umberto and Rose (LaPaglia) Ripani.  She attended St. Bernadine's Catholic School in Forest Park and graduated from Proviso High School, during which...

Leroy “Lee” Lejeune

Leroy “Lee” Lejeune

Jan 18, 2025

Leroy "Lee" LeJeune passed away peacefully in his home in Ingleside on Saturday, January 18, 2025, at the age of 81. He was surrounded by his loved ones.  He was born December 14, 1943, in Chicago, to the late Eugene and Marguerite (nee Leider) LeJeune.

Lee served in the US Army and Reserves and went...

Corinne (Nee Cetner, Pashke, And Urman) General

Corinne (Nee Cetner, Pashke, And Urman) General

Jan 15, 2025

Corinne Cetner Pashke Urman General died peacefully January 15, 2025, and joined her parents Joseph and Rose Cetner, brother Joseph Cetner, sister and brother-in-law Roberta and Peter Joyce and their son Timothy, her own beloved children Laura Pashke and Frank Urman, daughter-in-law Elizabeth Pashke, and husbands Jerome Pashke, Frank Urman, and Jack General.  She was born April...

Deborah "Debi" J. (Nee Shabatura) Tichy

Deborah "Debi" J. (Nee Shabatura) Tichy

Jan 14, 2025

Deborah "Debi" Tichy, 68, of Ingleside, unexpectedly passed away Tuesday, January 14, 2025, at Advocate Condell Medical Center Libertyville.

Debi grew up in Bolingbrook and Romeoville.  She married Phill Tichy on November 16, 1984, and they spent over 40 wonderful years together.  Debi enjoyed spending time in Las Vegas and at Ho-Chunk Casino.  In her...

James Paulsen

James Paulsen

Jan 4, 2025

James D. Paulsen, 81, of Ringwood, unexpectedly passed away Saturday, January 4, 2025, at Northwestern McHenry Hospital.  He was born November 18, 1943, in Chicago, to the late Gordon and Lydia (nee Hageli) Paulsen.

In his youth, James enjoyed the outdoors and exploring with his brothers.  He was a car and heavy equipment enthusiast, who...

Debbie J. (Nee Mumpy) Stetz

Debbie J. (Nee Mumpy) Stetz

Jan 3, 2025

Debbie Jean Stetz (nee Mumpy), born July 28, 1954, Wauwatosa, WI to Wendell and Jean (nee Marshall) Mumpy (deceased).  Passed to her eternal reward January 3, 2025, in Lindenhurst, IL.  Former resident of Buffalo Grove, IL for over 40 years.  Beloved wife of Terrence Stetz (43 years).  Loving daughter-in-law of Ernest Sr. and Virginia Stetz (deceased).  Loving...

Joyce Lynn (Nee Becchetti) Deligio

Joyce Lynn (Nee Becchetti) Deligio

Dec 24, 2024

Joyce Lynn Deligio passed away peacefully, December 24, 2024.  She was born February 17, 1962 to the late James D. and Diane J. Becchetti.  Joyce was the loving mother of Sam, Dominick (Mara), Daniel (Dana Rhea), Tianna (Steven Monroy) and Nina (D. Gunther) Balensiefer, adoring grandmother of Amayah, Alayna, Ava, and Aylah Monroy and Mable Balensiefer and...

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