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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.

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

No Services have been arranged at this time.

A memorial service will be planned for a later date.

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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...

Ron Schwarz

Ron Schwarz

May 18, 2011

Ron Schwarz Ron Schwarz a resident of Fox Lake passed away on May 18, 2011. He was born on October 1, 1943 in Chicago to Herbert Schwarz and June (nee Silhanek)Carrigan. He was an avid bowler, NASCAR and Chicago White Sox fan. He was the proud owner of Ron's Insulation. Ron will be deeply missed by his...

Steven Laflamme

Steven Laflamme

May 17, 2011

No Services arranged for at this time.

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Barbara M. Stanbery

Barbara M. Stanbery

May 8, 2011

Barbara Mary Stanbery

Barbara Mary Stanbery, age 91, of McHenry, formerly of Ingleside, has passed away peacefully on May 8, 2011 surrounded by her family. She was born on November 29, 1919 in Morton Grove, IL to Thomas and Anna (nee Kadlec) Stejskal. She loved spending time with her grandchildren and was a member of...

William J. Hill

William J. Hill

May 7, 2011

William J. "Billy" Hill

William J. "Billy" Hill, a resident of Lindenhurst, formerly of Fox Lake, passed away on May 7, 2011. He was born on September 10, 1960 in Waukegan to William G. and Jeanette (nee Culotta) Hill. He will be deeply missed by his loving parents; his dear siblings Frances (Tom) Newby, Frank...

Frank E. Rutkowski

Frank E. Rutkowski

May 5, 2011

Frank E. Rutkowski

Frank E. Rutkowski, a resident of Fox Lake, passed away on May 5, 2011. He was born on March 28, 1927 in Chicago to Frank and Helen (nee Kostro) Rutkowski. He was a member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Johnsburg, where he served as an administrator to the sick....

Gerald J. Klein

Gerald J. Klein

Apr 24, 2011

Jerry Klein

Jerry Klein a resident of Twin Lakes, WI, formerly of Johnsburg, passed away on Sunday, April 24, 2011. He was born on May 22, 1934 in Chicago to Leo Paul and Helen (nee Wozniak) Klein. He was a member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Johnsburg as well as Knights of...

Gerald E. Sircher

Gerald E. Sircher

Apr 15, 2011

Gerald "Jerry" Sircher Gerald "Jerry" Sircher, a long time resident of Long Lake, passed away on April 15, 2011. He was born on June 10, 1932 in Chicago to Charles and Mearl (nee Ashfield) Sircher. He enjoyed hunting and fishing and spending time with his grandchildren. Gerald will be deeply missed by his dear children, Dr. Thomas...

Alice Virginia Konieczka

Alice Virginia Konieczka

Apr 7, 2011

Alice V. Konieczka

Alice V. Konieczka of Lake Villa, formerly of Ingleside, passed away on April 7, 2011. She was born on December 31, 1921 in Chicago to Josef and Stella (nee Suchecki) Klawinski. She was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Round Lake. She enjoyed cooking, baking, knitting and crocheting. Alice will...

Betty Braynard

Betty Braynard

Apr 3, 2011

Betty J. Braynard longtime resident of Lake Villa passed away on Sunday, April 3, 2011.

Servies for Betty will be private.

An obituary will be posted soon.

The family has requested memorials in Betty's name to: Memorial & Honor Program St. Jude Children's Research Hospital 501 St. Jude Place Memphis, TN...

Ellen F. Stutzman

Ellen F. Stutzman

Mar 11, 2011

Ellen Francis Stutzman a long time resident of Johnsburg passed away on March 11, 2011. She was born on February 13, 1933 in Chicago to Arthur and Ellen (nee Clarke) O'Rourke. She was an avid gardener and enjoyed teaching ceramics. Her grandchildren and great-grandchildren were the love of her life. Ellen will be deeply missed by her...

Eugene G. Laflamme

Eugene G. Laflamme

Mar 9, 2011

Eugene G. LaFlamme, 51, a long time resident of Fox Lake passed away on March 9, 2011. He was born on November 27, 1959 in Chicago to Edward and Evelyn (nee Walters) LaFlamme. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army where he was a paratrooper. He was a singer for LYZ, a fisherman, class clown and...

John G. Lennon

John G. Lennon

Feb 24, 2011

John "Mickey" Lennon,76, a long time resident of Fox Lake passed away on February 24, 2011. He was born on February 14, 1935 to Al and Mary (nee Graham) Lennon. He was a member of St. Bede Catholic Church in Ingleside, where he served as an usher. He was also a member of Knights of Columbus #3788....

Nancy L. Nystrom

Nancy L. Nystrom

Feb 19, 2011

Nancy L. Nystrom 73 Longtime Fox Lake resident Nancy L. Nystrom born July 25, 1937 in Waukegan to Newton and Lillian (nee Klemola) Engstrom Passed away peacefully, February 19, 2011 in McHenry. Nancy retired from Outboard Marine Corporation and also from Abbott Park in Gurnee. She was the Grant Township Clerk, loved dogs & cats, an avid...

George A. Buney

George A. Buney

Feb 19, 2011

George Buney, 88, of Fox Lake, IL passed away on Saturday, February 19, 2011. He was born on July 14th, 1922 in Chicago, IL to Nicholas and Matilda (nee Muldovan) Buney.

George was a member of the American Legion Post 703. He also enjoyed gardening, animals, and remodeling homes. George also liked to repair B-29s....

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