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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.

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.

Christopher A. Liska

Christopher A. Liska

Jan 25, 2016

Christopher "Chris" Liska, 60, of Lake Villa, formerly of Ingleside, passed away suddenly, Monday, January 25, 2016, at Centegra Hospital, McHenry.

He was born June 24, 1955, in Chicago, to the late Henry and Edna (nee Hedstrom) Liska.  Chris married Cheryl Bruning January 15, 1977, in Dade County Florida.

Chris was a retired...

Helen "Peanuts" (Alsbury) Adams

Helen "Peanuts" (Alsbury) Adams

Jan 20, 2016

Helen "Peanuts" Adams, 77, of Richmond, formerly of Ingleside, passed away Wednesday, January 20, 2016, at Wauconda Healthcare.

She was born August 28, 1938, in Elmwood Park, to the late Oddy and Pauline (nee Dobesch) Alsbury.  Helen married the late Gust "Gus" Adams October 6, 1956, in Long Lake.

Survivors include her children,...

Gary W. Zobrist

Gary W. Zobrist

Jan 19, 2016

Gary W. Zobrist, 76, of Fox Lake, passed away Tuesday, January 19, 2016, at his home.

He was born September 21, 1939, in Highland, Illinois, to the late Orville and Maye (nee Neubauer) Zobrist.

Gary worked as a mechanical engineer at S&C Electric Company for over 35 years.

Survivors include his...

Michael James Butts

Michael James Butts

Jan 16, 2016

Michael James Butts, "Mike", 55, formerly of Lake Villa, IL passed away Saturday, January 16, 2016 at Mercy Medical Center in Chicago, IL

He was born March 9, 1960 in Niles, Michigan, to the late Edwin and Verlene (Folker) Butt.

Survivors include his son, Michael Butts of Chicago, Illinois; daughter, Lindsey Maginn, and grandson Miles...

Georgia Walter

Georgia Walter

Jan 15, 2016

Georgia Theresa Walter (nee Lubeck), 91, died January 15, 2016.  Our mom was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother, who always thinking of everyone else.  She was a stay-at-home mother who cared for her children and grandchildren.  She also did all of the housework and yard work, as our dad was always working long hours as we...

Mary Hankes

Mary Hankes

Jan 13, 2016

The memorial service and inurnment for Mary Hankes, of Spring Grove, will be private.

Margaret Ann (Bruha)  Burke

Margaret Ann (Bruha) Burke

Jan 11, 2016

Margaret Ann Burke (nee Bruha), 68, of Ingleside, passed away unexpectedly Monday, January 11, 2016, at her home.

She was born in Chicago March 15, 1947, to the late George and Margaret D. (nee Troccko) Bruha.  Margaret went on to have a 40-year career as a customer service representative with AT&T, retiring in 2006.

Survivors...

Sheryl Grooms Herr

Sheryl Grooms Herr

Jan 10, 2016

The service and inurnment for Sheryl Grooms Herr, of Spring Grove, will be private.

Mary "Mamie" (Davies) Fulkerson

Mary "Mamie" (Davies) Fulkerson

Jan 7, 2016

Mary "Mamie" Fulkerson, nee Davies, 74, of Ingleside, passed away suddenly, Thursday, January 7, 2016, at her home.

She was born June 3, 1941, in Toledo, Ohio, to the late Robert and Arlene (nee Mosher) Davies.  Mamie married Barry Fulkerson on June 28, 1975, in Toledo.

Mamie was a very devoted, wife, mother,...

Elizabeth "Betty" Zalatoris

Elizabeth "Betty" Zalatoris

Jan 6, 2016

Elizabeth "Betty" Zalatoris, 99, a longtime resident of Johnsburg, died Thursday, January 6, 2016, at Paradise Park, Fox Lake.

She is survived by her husband, Edward J. Zalatoris; and stepson, Jeff (Vicky) Zalatoris.

Betty was preceded in death by her son, Patrick Kent.

A memorial service will be held at a...

Timothy "Tim" G. Welton

Timothy "Tim" G. Welton

Dec 31, 2015

Timothy G. Welton, 61, of  Ingleside, passed away unexpectedly, Thursday,  December 31, 2015.

He was born March 21, 1954, in Waukegan, to the late Chandler and Delma (nee Kendall) Welton.

Survivors include his daughters, Kendall Welton of Round Lake Beach, Melissa (Jason) Grooms of Spring Grove, and Michele (Shannon) Fagiano of Round Lake...

Regina (Weinmueller) Eidrich

Regina (Weinmueller) Eidrich

Dec 29, 2015

Regina Eidrich, 98, of Spring Grove, passed away Tuesday, December 29, 2015.

She was born January 16, 1917, in Yugoslavia, to the late Johann and Marianne (nee Lehman) Weinmueller.

Regina was a member of St. Peter's Catholic Church in Spring Grove and the German Club of Antioch.

Survivors include her daughters,...

Michael A. Kaminski

Michael A. Kaminski

Dec 22, 2015

Michael A. Kaminski, 57, of Ingleside, passed away unexpectedly, Tuesday, December 22, 2015, at his home.

He was born September 12, 1958, in Chicago, to the late Anthony and Lillian Kaminski, and grew up in Cicero.

A graduate of Roosevelt University, Mike was a database administrator for Trustmark Insurance for the past 18 years.  He...

Geri (Cadwallader)  Chadwick

Geri (Cadwallader) Chadwick

Dec 18, 2015

Geri Chadwick (nee Cadwallader), 67, of Fox Lake, passed away Friday, December 18, 2015, at Centegra Hospital—McHenry.

She was born October 1, 1948, in Detroit, to the late Earl and Mable (nee Sharrett) Cadwallader.

Geri is survived by her "Keith" Sellig of Fox Lake; daughters, Shellie Chadwick of Grayslake, Shannon (fiancé Jeremy Schultz) Chadwick of...

Caroline Carmen (Costabile) Suhajda

Caroline Carmen (Costabile) Suhajda

Dec 12, 2015

Caroline Carmen Suhajda (nee Costabile), 63, of Spring Grove, passed away Saturday, December 12, 2015, at her home.

A memorial visitation will be held Saturday, December 19, from 12:00 noon until the time of the celebration of Caroline's life at 4 p.m., at Hamsher Lakeside Funerals and Cremations, 12 N. Pistakee Lake Rd., Fox Lake....

Robert L. Leff

Robert L. Leff

Dec 9, 2015

Robert L. Leff, 64, of Fox Lake, IL, passed away unexpectedly and suddenly, Wednesday, December 9, 2015, peacefully in his home.

He was born July 26, 1951, in Elkhorn, WI, to the late Leonard and Dorothy (nee Lee) Leff.

Bob had a love and need to always see the brighter side in everything...

Laura Ann Pashke

Laura Ann Pashke

Dec 2, 2015

Laura Ann Pashke, 62, a lifelong resident of Lake County, passed away Wednesday, December 2, 2015.  She was born November 26, 1953.

Laura was a proud member of the IBEW Local 150, and worked many years as a phone-company lineman until she retired in 2005.

Laura enjoyed sports and was an avid golfer.  She enjoyed...

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