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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.

Marie S. Kvaas

Marie S. Kvaas

Jul 28, 2012

Marie S. Kvaas

A resident of McHenry, for the past 12 years, formerly longtime resident of Ingleside, passed away peacefully, Saturday, July 28, 2012 at Hillcrest Nursing Home. She was born October 19, 1919 in Adrian, Minn., to Jonathan and Inger (nee Williamson) Olson. Marie enjoyed crocheting, flower and vegetable gardening, baking, cooking and taking...

Mary Ann Preidis

Mary Ann Preidis

Jul 23, 2012

Mary Ann Preidis, a long time resident of Fox Lake, formerly of Minocqua, WI, passed away peacefully on July 23, 2012. She was born on July 29, 1925 in Chicago to Stanley and Ann (nee Franskvicius) Arlauskas. She was a member of St. Bede Catholic Church in Ingleside and enjoyed oil painting and being a mother. She...

Sylvia Haynal

Sylvia Haynal

Jul 22, 2012

Sylvia Haynal, a long time resident of Chicago, passed away peacefully on July 22, 2012. She was born on July 14, 1925 in Yugoslavia to Martin and Agica (nee Oreskovic) Hasenbach. She cared for her family and enjoyed cooking, sewing and made a lot of her own clothes. Sylvia will be deeply missed by her dear sons,...

Mary V. Cappitelli

Mary V. Cappitelli

Jul 21, 2012

Mary V. Cappitelli, a Lake Villa resident for 54 years, passed away peacefully on July 21, 2012 surrounded by her loving family. She was born on January 29, 1927 in Chicago to Raymond and Amonella (nee McMahon) Butts.

She was a member of St. Bede Catholic Church in Ingleside. She earned her Bachelor's degree in...

Dolly G. Medine

Dolly G. Medine

Jul 19, 2012

Dolly Medine, a resident of Fox Lake since 1951, passed away on July 19, 2012. She was born on March 7, 1918 in Chicago to Hilmer and Margarit (nee Dahlquist) Salo. She was a member of the Woman's Auxillary at the American Legion, Post 703 and enjoyed crocheting afghans. Dolly will be deeply missed by her dear...

Alyce Winifred Lavelle

Alyce Winifred Lavelle

Jul 11, 2012

Alyce Winifred Lavelle, a 43 year resident of Mettawa, formerly of Chicago, passed away peacefully on July 11, 2012 surrounded by her family. She was born on September 20, 1907 in Chicago to Frank and Antonia (nee Neidzwiedzka) Soniskoski.

She was an avid dress shopper up until the end as well as a buyer and...

Katherine M. Whelpley

Katherine M. Whelpley

Jul 11, 2012

Katherine M. Whelpley, a longtime resident of Athens, Georgia, passed away on July 11, 2012. She was born on December 8, 1937 in Oak Park to Howard and Katherine (nee Koeppel) Whelpley.

She enjoyed playing softball and was an avid fan of the Atlanta Braves. She also helped coached many women's sports teams at Carthage...

Helen C. Dobosiewicz

Helen C. Dobosiewicz

Jul 8, 2012

Helen C. (nee Lepianka) Dobosiewicz, 87, born Jan. 14, 1925 in Chicago, Ill. to Lucasz and Katharine (nee Horzepa) Lepianka was called to home July 8, 2012 Formerly employed with Baxter, Helen enjoyed bingo, fishing, and especially spending time with her family. Helen is survived by her loving children, Charles (Cheryl) Dobosiewicz of Fox Lake, Christine (Thomas)...

David "Skip" Stone

David "Skip" Stone

Jul 7, 2012

David "Skip" Stone 62, of Ingleside, passed away suddenly July 7, 2012. Born on July 9, 1950, in Ft. Wayne. IN, to Earl and Etta (nee Myers) Stone. Skip was an avid sportsman who enjoyed deer hunting and fishing. He was a Vietnam veteran who served his country with pride in the U.S. Marines. He loved spending...

Myron G. Seifer

Myron G. Seifer

Jul 7, 2012

Myron G. Seifer, a longtime resident of Fox Lake, had enough on July 7, 2012. He was born on June 5, 1944 in Prague, Czechoslovakia to Adolf and Irene (nee Pajossy) Seifer. He was a free spirited person and a BD Contest Judge. He also enjoyed traveling to Tombstone, AZ. Myron will be deeply missed by his...

Martin "Marty" Hologa

Martin "Marty" Hologa

Jun 26, 2012

Martin "Marty" Hologa, a 28 year resident of Spring Grove passed away on June 26, 2012. He was born on June 28, 1959 in Wakefield, MI to Gregory and Dolores "Dolly" (nee Rezny) Hologa. He enjoyed bowling, driving his Corvette, playing baseball and especially enjoyed spending time with his family. Marty will be deeply missed by his...

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...

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