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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.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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...
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