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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.

Walter Malczewski

Walter Malczewski

Jul 29, 2011

Walter "Wally" Malczewski, a resident of Fox Lake, formerly of Chicago, passed away peacefully on July 29, 2011. He was born on September 19, 1922 in Poland. Walter will be deeply missed by loving son, Matthew (Melanie) Malczewski and by his dear granddaughter Matylda. Walter was preceded in death by his parents and one brother and his...

Walter J. Stanula

Walter J. Stanula

Jul 16, 2011

Walter Stanula

Walter Stanula, a long time resident of Fox Lake, passed away peacefully at home on July 16, 2011. He was born on August 24, 1947 in Chicago to Walter and Jean (nee Mysliwiec) Stanula He was a member of the American Legion in Lake Zurich as well as the Local #2 Elevator Union....

Ronald J. Kwak

Ronald J. Kwak

Jul 16, 2011

Ronald Kwak

Ronald Kwak, a long time resident of Lake Villa, passed away peacefully on July 16, 2011. He was born on June 9, 1945 in Chicago to John and Charlotte (nee Walgurski) Kwak. He was a member of the Mid-West Ford Club and was an avid fan of NASCAR and Auto-Racing. He was employed...

Donna June O'Boyle

Donna June O'Boyle

Jul 15, 2011

Donna June O'Boyle Donna June O'Boyle, a long time resident of Ingleside, passed away peacefully on July 15, 2011. She was born on March 26, 1943 in Chicago, to Donald George and June (nee Dublon) MacKenzie.

She love gardening and animals, especially her dog Charlie. She also enjoyed cooking and baking. Donna was a loving...

David J. Serafin

David J. Serafin

Jul 9, 2011

David Joseph Serafin Sr. of Fox Lake

David Joseph Serafin Sr., 65, formerly of Streamwood, passed away on Saturday, July 9, 2011. He was born in Cornwall, England, on Dec. 31, 1945, to Joseph and Hilda (nee Calf) Serafin. David was a longtime boater, enjoyed golfing with the Earlybird Golfers at the Fox Lake Country...

Bonnie Seilheimer

Bonnie Seilheimer

Jun 27, 2011

Bonnie Seilheimer of Spring Grove passed away on June 27, 2011 at her home.

There will be a memorial visitation at the times indicated with some prayers at the end of the evening.

The Seilheimer family requests that memorials to the family would be appreciated.

You are welcome to leave condolences...

Alexander S. Baran

Alexander S. Baran

Jun 21, 2011

Alexander S. Baran

Baran, Alexander S., long time resident of Fox Lake, passed away peacefully on June 21, 2011. He will be deeply missed by his dear children, David Baran of Vernon Hills and Laura (Brandon) Yost of Fox Lake; his loving grandchildren Jakob, Timothy, Joshua and Ty; his loving sister Joan (the late Ralph)...

Constance M. Dejohn

Constance M. Dejohn

Jun 21, 2011

Constance "Dolly" DeJohn

Constance "Dolly" DeJohn passed away on June 21, 2011.She was born on July 11, 1940 in Chicago to Joseph and Frances (nee Dugo) Culotta. She was a loving sister to many, including Jeanette (William) Hill and the late Frank (Carol) Culotta; a loving aunt to many nieces and nephews including Frances (Tom)...

Lillian J. Dolan

Lillian J. Dolan

Jun 15, 2011

Lillian J. Dolan

Lillian J. Dolan, a longtime resident of Park Ridge since 1961, passed away peacefully on June 15, 2011. She was born in Chicago to Carl and Anna (nee Scheer) Berman.

Lillian enjoyed stock investing and was a financial wizard, who was always willing to give financial advice. She was a...

Irene C. Lilly

Irene C. Lilly

Jun 12, 2011

Irene Gabriel Lilly, 93, a long time resident of Fox Lake passed away peacefully at home on June 12, 2011. She was born on December 27, 1917 in Chicago to Frank and Amelia (nee Assa) Koeller. Irene loved life and lived it fully. She enjoyed traveling to faraway places such as China, Japan, Australia, New Zealand, Europe,...

Jerry Rivette

Jerry Rivette

Jun 12, 2011

Jerry "Butch" Rivette Jerry "Butch" Rivette, a resident of Spring Grove for 32 years, passed away peacefully on June 12, 2011. He was born on January 18, 1944 to Jerome Russell and Solia A. (nee Sell) Rivette in Prouts Neck, Maine and then raised in Chicago. He enjoyed reading and birdwatching. He worked for Ace Hardware, St....

Justine O'Malley

Justine O'Malley

Jun 11, 2011

Justine "Tena" O'Malley

Justine "Tena" O'Malley, a long time resident of McHenry, passed away on June 11, 2011. She was born on February 28, 1929 in Waukon, Iowa to James and Celia (nee Fitzgerald) O'Meara. She was an enthusiastic member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Johnsburg since 1957, as well as a...

Mary Jane Furlong

Mary Jane Furlong

Jun 7, 2011

Mary Jane Furlong Mary Jane (Billie, Tami) Furlong, 88, a resident of Leisure Village, Fox Lake, formerly of Lake Villa, passed away peacefully at home on June 7, 2011. She was born on May 29, 1923.

She was a member of Ladies of the Moose in McHenry.

Mary Jane will be deeply missed...

William J. Warner

William J. Warner

May 31, 2011

William J. "Bill" Warner Spring Grove, Il. businessman and longtime resident died suddenly Tuesday, May 31, 2011 at the Centegra Hospital, Mc Henry, Il.

He was born on July 20, 1940 to Earl and Marie (nee Manski) Warner in Chicago, Il. and had served his country in the U.S. Air Force.

Mr. Warner...

Arlene Leska

Arlene Leska

May 30, 2011

Arlene Leska Arlene Leska, a long time resident of Ingleside, passed away on May 30, 2011. She was born on November 19, 1936 to Kenneth and Cora (nee Waite) Brown.

She enjoyed reading and spending time with her family.

Arlene will be deeply missed by her children, Gregory (Jeanette) Leska of Ingleside, Carrie...

Keith E. Vanburen

Keith E. Vanburen

May 30, 2011

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Ann M. Commers

Ann M. Commers

May 29, 2011

Mrs. Ann Commers 94, a resident of Leisure Village, Fox Lake, formerly of Melrose Park and Chicago, passed away peacefully at Alden Estates in Barrington. Born on March 3, 1917 in Joliet, to Joseph and Victoria (nee Polniaszek) Dziuban. Ann enlisted and served in the Women's Army Corps (WAC) during WWII, overseas in Europe. She enjoyed bowling,...

Alan Leonard Schultz

Alan Leonard Schultz

May 25, 2011

Alan Leonard Schultz

Alan Leonard Schultz, a long time resident of Fox Lake, passed away on May 25, 2011. He was born in Chicago on August 27, 1952 to Leonard and Winona (nee Hagen) Schultz.

Alan was a big Chicago sports fan, especially the Cubs. He was a little league coach and was...

Theodore Spengel

Theodore Spengel

May 22, 2011

Theodore "Ted" Spengel Theodore "Ted" Spengel, founder of Spengel Meat Packing and longtime resident of McHenry/Johnsburg, died Sunday, May 22, 2011 surrounded by his loving family at home. He was born on April 5, 1927 to Walter and MaryAnn (nee Petlock) Spengel in Chicago, IL. He was an Army Air Force Corporal during World War II. He...

Frank Paulette

Frank Paulette

May 20, 2011

Frank Paulette Frank Paulette, age 77, of Fox Lake for 16 years, formerly of Park Ridge, passed away peacefully on May 20, 2011. He was born on February 14, 1934 in Chicago, to Frank Sr. and Teresa (nee DiSylvestro) Paulette. He loved spending time with his grandchildren, greatly enjoyed fishing and playing golf. He will be deeply...

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