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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.

Ruth Kohl

Ruth Kohl

Jun 21, 2012

Ruth Kohl, a resident of Round Lake, formerly of Fox Lake, Watseka and Plant City, FL , passed away peacefully on June 21, 2012. She was born on Jauary 15, 1918 in Steger, Illinois to Chester and Mabel (nee Lannon) Peter.

She enjoyed traveling, working the Florida Flea Markets, sewing, crocheting, reading, dancing and gardening....

George W. Schrieder

George W. Schrieder

Jun 17, 2012

George Schrieder, 20 year resident of Round Lake Beach, formerly of Chicago, passed away peacefully on June 17, 2012. He was born on June 7, 1933 in Chicago to William J. and Natalie (nee Hallis ) Schrieder. He enjoyed old westerns and was a member of the NRA. He loved his dogs, Sparky, Ginger, Biscuit and Sophie....

Jerri-Lynn Frey

Jerri-Lynn Frey

Jun 16, 2012

Jerri-Lynn (nee Lohnes) Frey, 69, of Ingleside.

Jerri-Lynn Frey longtime resident of Ingleside passed away peacefully on June 16. She was born December 10, 1942 in DeKalb, Il to Edward L. and Dorothy G. (nee Evans) Lohnes. She was affiliated with the longtime family business, Frey's Black Shadow Mink Ranch in Grant Township. Jerri-Lynn was...

Beulah "Ruth" Frank

Beulah "Ruth" Frank

Jun 15, 2012

Beulah "Ruth" Frank, formerly of Normal, IL; recently of Round Lake, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on June 15, 2012. She was born on February 2, 1923 in Mendota, IL to Leonard and Matilda (nee Benedict) Wixom. She was a member of the Eastern Star and enjoyed going to the Round Lake Park District Senior...

Marion A. Volkmar

Marion A. Volkmar

Jun 5, 2012

Marion A. Volkmar, a resident of Burlington, WI for 18 years, formerly of Wooster Lake, Ingleside for 40 years, passed away peacefully on June 5, 2012. She was born on March 28, 1913 in Chicago to Frank and Bertha (nee Sokolowski) Oles. She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Pell Lake, WI. She was also...

George W. Hucker

George W. Hucker

May 28, 2012

George William Hucker, of McHenry, passed away peacefully on May 28, 2012. He was born in 1916 in Wooster Lake, IL to William George and Margaret (nee Rosing) Hucker. He was the last surviving member of the original Fox Lake Rescue Squad. He was also a gravel pit operator, excavator, policeman, road commissioner, bait-shop owner, heavy equipment...

Elaine J. Cole

Elaine J. Cole

May 22, 2012

Elaine J. Cole of Johnsburg passed away peacefully on May 22, 2012. She was born on February 7, 1931 in Chicago to Raymond and Elsie (nee Kleinfeldt) Richter. She was a longtime member of Women of the McHenry Moose Lodge, where she held many offices as well as a member of Shepherd of the Hills Church in...

Gary Matthew Spears

Gary Matthew Spears

May 20, 2012

Gary Spears, 52, of Ingleside passed away Sunday, May 20, 2012 in Oregon, Ill. He was born January 22, 1960 in Battlecreek, Mi., to Gary Lee Spears and Twyla Joyce (nee Dutro) Ames. Gary enjoyed motorcycle riding, as a member of the Sojourners Mortorcycle Club. He was very fond of his music. He had founded, sang and...

Judith Mclain-Offenheiser Pedersen

Judith Mclain-Offenheiser Pedersen

May 4, 2012

Judith Marie McLain - Pedersen (nee Offenheiser) age 68

A resident of Wonder Lake, formerly of Kent/Pearl City, Il. Passed away Friday May 4, 2012 at Centergra McHenry Hospital. She was born Nov. 2, 1943 in Freeport, Il. to Donald Merle and Valda Marie (nee Hasselman) Offenheiser. Judith attended Pearl City High School. She enjoyed...

Gerald "Jerry" Kuznicki

Gerald "Jerry" Kuznicki

Apr 26, 2012

Gerald "Jerry" J. Kuznicki, a resident of McHenry for 41 years, passed away peacefully on April 26, 2012. He was born on January 15, 1942 in Chicago to Hillard and Irene (nee Suchy) Kuznicki. Gerald will be deeply missed by his loving wife of 48 years, Linda (nee Isely) Kuznicki, his children Jerry (Jilayne) Kuznicki, Jr. and...

Madeleine "Micki" "Bouboule" Wiggins

Madeleine "Micki" "Bouboule" Wiggins

Apr 21, 2012

Madeleine "Micki" "Bouboule" Wiggins, a long time resident of Spring Grove, passed away peacefully on April 21, 2012. She was born on January 11, 1927 in Orleans, France to Matt and Germaine (nee Nowe) Larson. She was a devoted grandmother who enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren. Madeleine will be deeply missed by her daughter Vicki (Robert)...

Michael "Mike" Bosman

Michael "Mike" Bosman

Apr 19, 2012

Michael "Mike" G. Bosman, a lifetime resident of Fox Lake, passed away peacefully on April 19, 2012. He was born on June 9, 1961 in Chicago to Herman and Helen Payton. He was a Waste Management employee for 35 years. He was a charming people person who loved boating, his Corvette, sports and living life. He was...

Vera S. Peterson

Vera S. Peterson

Apr 18, 2012

Vera S. Peterson, a former longtime resident of Ingleside, IL, passed away peacefully on April 18, 2012. She was born on May 27, 1918 in Chicago to Michael and Emily (nee Illich) Shulich.

She moved to Ingleside in 1952 and became a permanent resident in 1958. Vera was an active member of St. Bede Catholic...

Patricia M. O'Leary

Patricia M. O'Leary

Apr 16, 2012

Patricia M. O'Leary, a resident of Fox Lake since 1976, formerly of Chicago, passed away peacefully on April 16, 2012. She was born in Chicago on August 14, 1937 to George and Edith ( nee Croak) Smith.

She was employed at The Globe in Fox from 1976 until the time of their closing. Patricia also...

Edwin S. Wencel

Edwin S. Wencel

Apr 16, 2012

Edwin Stanley Wencel of Fox Lake, Illinois. Born on May 23, 1932 in Chicago, Illinois. Son of Adam and Julia (nee Drag) Wencel. Former resident of Chicago for 39 years, Arlington Heights for 25 years and Lindenhurst for 12 years. Graduate of Lane Technical High School in June 1950, then served in the U.S. Army from 1955-1957.Edwin...

Paul Belles

Paul Belles

Apr 16, 2012

Paul Belles Jr. 82

Of Ingleside, from Nanty-Glo, Pa. Mr. Belles was born September 7, 1929 in Nanty-Glo, PA to Paul and Mary (nee Germeska) Belles Sr. He passed away peacefully on April 16, 2012 in Woodstock, IL Paul was a coal miner, a Korean War Veteran, and a member of the VFW.

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John Ray "Jack" Wingren

John Ray "Jack" Wingren

Apr 12, 2012

John Ray "Jack" Wingren In loving memory of John Ray Wingren. Forever in our hearts and loving memory, through the circle of life we will always hold you dear. He served in the U.S . Coast Guard and was a member of the American Legion, Post 703 in Fox Lake for over 30 years. In 1991, he...

Lonnie D. Horton

Lonnie D. Horton

Apr 5, 2012

Lonnie D. Horton, a longtime resident of Fox Lake, Ingleside and Volo, passed away peacefully on April 5, 2012. He was born on December 26, 1941 in Vandalia, Illinois to Kelly Efton and Elizabeth (nee Marks) Horton. He was a veteran of the US Army. He enjoyed hunting and fishing, tinkering and fixing machinery, and was the...

Dorothy M. Poremba

Dorothy M. Poremba

Apr 4, 2012

Dorothy M. Poremba, a resident of Fox Lake, IL, passed away peacefully on April 4, 2012. She was born on December 19, 1925, in Chicago, Illinois to Bernice and Adam Szerknis. She loved playing cards and bingo as well as participating in spiritual activities with her friends at Lilac Apartments in Fox Lake, IL. She was a...

Kenneth Wolbing

Kenneth Wolbing

Mar 18, 2012

Kenneth Wolbing, a lifetime resident of Ingleside and Fox Lake, passed away peacefully on March 18, 2012. He was born on April 17, 1920 in Ingleside to Charles and Gertrude (nee Tonyan) Wolbing. He was an avid wood worker and loved nature and all of its critters. He also enjoyed flying his airplane for many years. Kenneth...

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