obituaries

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.

Nicola C. Votino

Nicola C. Votino

Mar 7, 2013

Nicola C. Votino, 91, of Round Lake Heights, passed away Thursday, March 7, at Glenbrook Hospital in Glenview. He was born February 9, 1922, in Schenectady, NY to Clemente and Maria (nee DiPasquale) Votino. He proudly served in the United States Army, 104th Infantry, "Timberwolves." Nicola was an active member of VFW 4703 where he served as...

Anthony "Tony" Dipiero

Anthony "Tony" Dipiero

Mar 6, 2013

Anthony "Tony" DiPiero, a resident of Fox Lake, formerly of Wheeling, passed away peacefully on March 6, 2013. He was born on March 11, 1962 in Arlington Heights, IL to Bernard J. and Elayne (nee Grechner) DiPiero. Tony will be deeply missed by his uncles Robert "Bob" (Linda) of WI and Matthew "Matt" DiPiero of FL, many...

Roselle M. Kwak

Roselle M. Kwak

Mar 2, 2013

Roselle M. Kwak, a long time resident of Lake Villa, passed away peacefully on March 2, 2013. She was born on March 23, 1946 to Roy "Mickey" and Antoinette (nee Damiano) Ross. She was a lifetime member of American Legion Auxiliary, Unit 703, chairman for the 10th District Auxiliary and Chairman for Ladies Bingo for 5 years....

Thomas E. Scott

Thomas E. Scott

Feb 23, 2013

Thomas E. Scott of Ingleside, IL, born March 30, 1960, passed away Saturday, February 23, 2013 at the age of 52.

Tommy, as he was affectionately known, lived in the Fox Lake area most of his life. He worked for several marinas selling boats since he was a young boy. He will be remembered most...

Keeghan Drake Mccormack

Keeghan Drake Mccormack

Feb 22, 2013

Keeghan Drake McCormack

Keeghan McCormack, of Fort Mill, SC, formerly of Crystal Lake, IL, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, February 22, 2013. He was 19 years old. Keeghan was born in McHenry, IL on September 27, 1993 son of Brendon McCormack and Melissa Stevens Steele. He attended school in Crystal Lake, IL until the age...

William J. Clausen

William J. Clausen

Feb 22, 2013

William J. Clausen passed away peacefully, Friday, Feb. 22, 2013 Born on Oct. 18, 1946, in Waukegan, Ill, to William and Ella (nee Dykstra) Clausen. William was an avid outdoorsman, who enjoyed fishing and hunting on the Chain O' Lakes. William is survived by his loving wife Georgina, with whom he has been united in marriage for...

Nora May

Nora May

Feb 10, 2013

Nora May, 97, a long time resident of Lake and McHenry County, passed away peacefully on February 10, 2013. She was born on July 7, 1915 in Spring Grove, IL to Benjamin and Marie (nee Fichter) Watts. She was a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She enjoyed watching the White Sox and was an avid fan. Nora...

Richard Theodore Garfield

Richard Theodore Garfield

Feb 8, 2013

Richard Theodore Garfield 57

Longtime resident of Fox Lake, formerly of Lake Zurich, passed away peacefully, Friday, February 8, 2013, after a courageous 18 year battle with cancer. Born on November 12, 1955, in Highwood, IL, to Russell and Rosalie (nee Obenauf) Garfield. Richard is remembered for his loving nature, sense of humor, courage, strength,...

Luann M. Pigott

Luann M. Pigott

Feb 7, 2013

Luann M. Pigott, a lifetime resident of Johnsburg, passed away peacefully on February 7, 2013 surrounded by her loving family after a courageous 2 year battle with melanoma. She was born on September 21, 1958 in Woodstock to Richard and Marilyn (nee Schmitt) Rudolph.

She was a wonderful wife, mom and friend and enjoyed spending...

Douglas L. Rosene

Douglas L. Rosene

Jan 29, 2013

Douglas L. Rosene, age 70, of Arlington Heights, IL, previously of Fox Lake, passed away Tuesday, January 29th, 2013 in Kronenwetter, WI. He was a beloved son of Alexis and Marion (Brenner) Rosene. Loving brother of Bruce Rosene and his wife Barbara, and Lynne (Rosene) Beaird and her husband Gary. Devoted husband to Annie Rosene and father...

Timothy L. Summey

Timothy L. Summey

Jan 28, 2013

Timothy L. Summey, of Twin Lakes, WI formerly of Whiting, IN, passed away peacefully on January 28, 2013. He was born on October 17, 1959 in Hammond, IN to Troy Dean and Lillian (nee Hamel) Summey.

He was a very sweet and kind person who loved spending time with his family. He also enjoyed weight-lifting,...

Donald J. Bieschke

Donald J. Bieschke

Jan 25, 2013

Donald J. Bieschke, 82, of Round Lake Beach, formerly of Grayslake and Chicago, passed away peacefully Friday, Jan. 25. Donald was born September 18, 1930, in Chicago, IL to George and Clara (nee Korosacke) Bieschke. He proudly served the Korean war in the United States Army. He enjoyed bowling, was very religious, a kind, loving, caring, genuine,...

Virginia L. Calkins

Virginia L. Calkins

Jan 25, 2013

Virginia L. Calkins Virginia L. Calkins (nee Smits), a 40 + year resident of Skokie, as well as Fox Lake and Round Lake Beach, passed away peacefully in Kenosha, WI on January 25, 2013. She was born on March 24, 1926 to Irvin and Agnes (nee Voet) Smits.

She enjoyed reading. She read four newspapers...

Raymond Thelen

Raymond Thelen

Jan 19, 2013

Raymond Thelen Sr., a lifetime resident of Johnsburg, passed away on January 19, 2013 in his home after years of dedicated and loving care by his loyal and devoted wife. He was born on December 22, 1930 in McHenry to John and Agatha (nee Schmidt) Thelen.

Raymond was a lifetime member of St. John the...

Richard R. Richford

Richard R. Richford

Jan 18, 2013

Richard R. Richford Sr., of Fox Lake for 37 years, passed away on January 18, 2013. He was born on August 17, 1948 in Chicago to William and Frieda (nee Weichmann) Richford. Rick's favorite past time was golfing, which he frequently did with his sons, family and friends. Rick was also a long distance truck driver and...

Kathy Dietz

Kathy Dietz

Jan 17, 2013

Kathleen "Kathy" M. Dietz, a long time resident of Round Lake, passed away peacefully on January 17, 2013. She was born on April 20, 1953 in Waukegan to Conrad and Joan (nee Dillon) Kleinbach. She had a green thumb and enjoyed gardening. She also loved hosting parties and decorating for the holidays. Kathy will be deeply missed...

Janet W. Braschko

Janet W. Braschko

Jan 14, 2013

Janet W. Braschko, a long time resident of Johnsburg, passed away on January 14, 2013. She was born on March 4, 1949 in Heber, UT to Robert Willard and Thora (nee Sondregger) Welter. She was a long time volunteer at James C. Bush Elementary, she loved being a teacher's assistant and being with children. She was very...

Denise E. Korpan

Denise E. Korpan

Jan 13, 2013

Denise E. Korpan, a long time resident of Fox Lake, passed away peacefully on January 13, 2013. She was born on January 11, 1949 to Orvis and Eileen (nee Schuler) Krueger.

She loved spending time with her family and loved her cats. She also enjoyed cooking, gardening and boating on the lakes. Denise will be...

Charles Larson

Charles Larson

Jan 1, 2013

Charles David Larson, born September 17, 1923 in Kalispell, Montana to Grant and Ella (nee Gudmundson) Larson. Chuck fell asleep in Christ on January 1, 2013.

Those who mourn are his loving wife of 38 years, Judith; his dear sons, David (Deborah) and Gregory (Connie); precious grandchildren, Grant, Blake (Stephanie); Rachel, Stephanie, Bill and Clayton;...

Frances Mary Salvato

Frances Mary Salvato

Dec 31, 2012

Frances Mary Salvato, a resident of Spring Grove, formerly of Lyons, IL, passed away peacefully on December 31, 2012. She was born on October 6, 1919 in Chicago to Sam and Sarah (nee Nafioli) Militello. She enjoyed playing cards and traveling with her granddaughter as well as doing bead work, cross stitching and crocheting. Frances will be...

Subscribe

Subscribe to receive an email when we add new obituaries to our website. You may unsubscribe at any time.

A Year of Grief Support

Sign up for one year of weekly grief messages designed to provide strength and comfort during this challenging time.