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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.

Darwin G. Follman

Darwin G. Follman

Nov 10, 2010

Darwin Follman, age 90, a long time resident of Fox Lake passed away on November, 10, 2010.

He was born in Chicago on May 24, 1920 and was an Army veteran of WW II and was stationed in Iceland. He was a member of the Medinah Shriners for over 25 years, as well as fireman for the Fox Lake Fire Department...

Francis Meier

Francis Meier

Nov 5, 2010

Francis A. "Frank" Meier, 80, long time resident, business owner and former mayor of Fox Lake, Illinois, died Wednesday, November 3, 2010 at Good Shepard Hospital in Barrington, IL. He was born in Clifton, Illinois on April 25, 1930 to Harry and Marguerite (nee Walsh) Meier. On June 16, 1951, he was united in marriage to Vivian...

Thomas G. Madden

Thomas G. Madden

Nov 3, 2010

Thomas G. Madden, 77, a resident of Long Lake for 48 years, formerly of Fox Lake passed away on November 3, 2010, after a courageous battle with lung cancer.

He was born on November 18, 1932 in Chicago, IL to Thomas J. Madden and Augusta Madden (nee Bachman).

Thomas was a U.S. Veteran,...

Lance Kujat

Lance Kujat

Oct 26, 2010

Lance Kujat, 63

Lance Kujat, 63, a long time resident of Lake Villa, passed away Monday, October26, 2010 surrounded by his family. Lance was born on September 19, 1947 in Chicago, IL to Edward Kujat and Mary Ann (nee Matusek).

Lance enjoyed fishing and NASCAR.

He will be deeply missed by...

Janet E. Marucha

Janet E. Marucha

Oct 25, 2010

a Spring Grove resident for 16 years, formerly of Fox Lake Hills in Lake Villa, passed away Monday, October 25. She was born on October 11, 1941 in Radisson, WI to Tilman and Harriet (nee Vaugan) Solberg. Janet was a member of Lutheran Church of All Saints and had a career at Second Federal Savings and Loan....

Virginia Jenkins

Virginia Jenkins

Oct 21, 2010

Please meet at the church at 9:15 AM on Wednesday, Oct. 27

Virginia Jenkins, 74, a long time resident of Lake Villa, passed away Thursday, October 21, surrounded by her family. She was born on October 28, 1935 in Waukegan to Carl Trommer and Germaine (nee Brignac). Ginger was an avid gardener and loved working...

Leroy J. Munster

Leroy J. Munster

Oct 19, 2010

Leroy (Lee) Munster Jr., age 78, a resident of Fox Lake, Illinois for the past 44 years, passed away Tuesday, October 19, 2010.

Lee was born in Chicago, January 2, 1932 to Leroy Munster and Emma Munster nee Hetu.

Those who knew Lee will remember his passion for life and family. His family...

Anna Kornau

Anna Kornau

Oct 18, 2010

Anna T. Kornau (nee Aicher) age 81 A resident of Mc Henry, Il. formerly of Waukegan , Wisconsin Dells, and Chicago died Sunday Oct. 18, 2009 at the Centegra Hospital, Mc Henry, Il. She was born on Jan. 21, 1928 in Germany to Joseph and Theresa (nee Sternner) Aicher. After her marriage to Erwin Kornau she had...

Steven Montgomery

Steven Montgomery

Oct 17, 2010

Steven Montgomery of Woodstock

Steven Montgomery, 55, of Woodstock, IL passed away suddenly on Sunday, October 17th, 2010. He was born on December 16th, 1954, to Ronald and Aurora (nee Antonelli) Montgomery.

Steven was employed at Precision Quincy in Woodstock. He enjoyed cooking, barbequing, and spending time with his family and his dog,...

John Stone

John Stone

Oct 13, 2010

John Stone, 87, passed away Wednesday, October 13. He was a 59 year resident of Johnsburg, formerly of Ingleside. John was born on January 17, 1923 in Chicago. John was the owner of Stone Construction and later worked for Dick Matt Studio. He was also the original member and originator of the Johnsburg Rescue Squad, former cemetery...

Evelyn P. Shalek

Evelyn P. Shalek

Oct 13, 2010

Evelyn P. Shalek nee Kubitz age 92 of Ringwood formerly longtime resident of Ingleside passed away Oct. 13, 2010. Dear mother of James (Susan) Shalek Jr. and Scott (Kathy) Shalek, Ringwood. Grandmother, step-grandmother and great grandmother to many. Preceded in death by her husband, James A. Shalek Sr., her sister and a brother. Was known around Ringwood...

Willie Hazel Ray

Willie Hazel Ray

Oct 11, 2010

Willie Hazel Ray 71 Longtime resident of Lake Villa

Willie Hazel Ray born Feb. 1, 1939 to James and Annie (nee Gillispie) Harper in Eddyville, Ky Passed away peacefully, on Oct. 11, 2010. She enjoyed gardening, planting flowers, being outdoors, and was an avid Elvis Presley fan. Willie will be missed by her dear son,...

Barbara J. Ogryzek

Barbara J. Ogryzek

Oct 1, 2010

Barbara Joan Ogryzek, 75

Barbara Joan Ogryzek, 75, a long time resident of Fox Lake passed away, peacefully, surrounded by her family, on Friday, October 1, 2010.

Barbara was born on July 28, 1935 in Chicago to William and Mary Lou (nee Harris) Holeman.

Barbara will be deeply missed by her...

Marion Andersen

Marion Andersen

Sep 29, 2010

Marion Schwemm Andersen, age 98, passed away peacefully on September 29, 2010. Marion was born in Woodstock on October 26, 1911 to Albert and Jeannie Ebel, nee Larsen.

Marion began her teaching career, which spanned 43 years, in a one room school in Woodstock, IL and ended in North Barrington School after 27 years teaching...

Gavin Nembhard

Gavin Nembhard

Sep 24, 2010

Mr. Nembhard passed away at his home on Friday Sept. 24.

There are no services planned at this time.

You are welcome to leave condolences on this page. Thank you.

Paul R. Lupo

Paul R. Lupo

Sep 20, 2010

Paul Lupo age 63 of Fox Lake for 53 yrs, formerly of Chicago, passed away at home surrounded by family Monday September 20, 2010. He was born in Chicago on Oct. 21, 1946 to Paul and Rose (nee Lapka) Lupo. Paul was a Grant High School alumni and served in the US Marine Reserves. He was a...

Shirley G. Settles

Shirley G. Settles

Sep 13, 2010

Shirley Settles (nee Kaiser), 82

Shirley Settles (nee Kaiser), 83, a resident of McHenry for 28 years and formerly of Fox Lake passed away peacefully at her home, surrounded by her family on Monday, September 13, 2010.

She was born on November 23, 1927 to Peter and Gertrude (nee Brown) Kaiser in Chicago....

Gloria O'Connor

Gloria O'Connor

Sep 4, 2010

Gloria J. O'Connor (nee Ziekert), 72, a longtime resident of Fox Lake, passed away on Saturday, September 4, 2010. She was born August 13, 1938 to William and Sophie (nee Naleway) Ziekert. Gloria enjoyed cooking and baking. She retired after 20+ years of service with Gavin School District, where she began her career driving the school bus...

Ruth J. Burns

Ruth J. Burns

Sep 4, 2010

Ruth Burns

Ruth J. Burns (nee Shugrue), 76, a 40 year resident of Ingleside, passed away on Saturday September 4, 2010. Ruth was born on August 24, 1934 in Chicago, IL to Timothy and Helen Shugrue.

Ruth was a member of St. Bede Catholic Church Women's Club as well as an attendant of...

Laurabelle M. Church

Laurabelle M. Church

Sep 2, 2010

LAURABELLE MENZEL CHURCH Laurabelle Menzel Church died peacefully on Thursday, September 2, at Victory Lakes Continuing Care in Lindenhurst. She was born in Bull Valley, McHenry County at the farm of her parents, Richard and Isabelle Menzel. Laurabelle was a former member of Grace Lutheran Church in Woodstock, where she was baptized, confirmed and on May 3,...

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