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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.

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,...

Glen E. Jewell

Glen E. Jewell

Aug 29, 2010

Glen, a resident of Ingleside, IL, went to be with his Lord, on Sunday, August 29, 2010 from heart failure at Northern Illinois Medical Center in McHenry, IL. He was born on October 3, 1969 in Waukegan, IL. He was the son of the late John and Diane Jewell.

Over a span of 19 years,...

Ronald C. Minne

Ronald C. Minne

Aug 27, 2010

Ronald Minne,Sr., 69, long time resident of Lake Villa passed away on August 27, 2010. He was born on December 31, 1940 to Ace Minne, Sr. and Anna Marie Minne(nee Cortez).

Ronald was an avid golfer, poker player and Detroit Lions fan.

He will be deeply missed by his wife of 45 years,...

Loretta G. Leaper

Loretta G. Leaper

Aug 18, 2010

Loretta "Lorrie" Leaper (nee Hansen) age 74

A longtime resident of Ingleside, died Wednesday August 18, 2010. She was born on May 4, 1936 in Chicago, IL to Frank & Irene (nee Larsen) Hansen. She was the secretary to the Gavin school district superintendant for over 20 years. She will be greatly missed by her...

Agnes C. Kretsch

Agnes C. Kretsch

Aug 14, 2010

Agnes Kretsch, 95, passed away on August 14th, 2010 in Barrington, IL. She was born in Easby, North Dakota to Anton and Mary (nee Stremik) Fickert. Anges enjoyed gardening. She was also a member of the cancer survivor group, the ladies clubs, and was a long time employee of the Rustic Manor Restaurant. Agnes was preceded in...

Danielle Trevithick

Danielle Trevithick

Aug 12, 2010

Danielle N. Trevithick, 22, a resident of Spring Grove for the last 17 years passed away in a tragic car accident on August 12th, 2010. She was born in Libertyville, Illinois to Tony and Shari (nee Forrest) Trevithick. Danielle was working as a hair stylist at Smart Style in Antioch while attending college to pursue a career...

Thomas M. Barosko

Thomas M. Barosko

Aug 11, 2010

Thomas Barosko age 89 of McHenry for 19 years, formerly of California, born May 13, 1921 & passed away August 11, 2010. He will be missed by many dear family and friends. No memorial service is planned at this time. Arrangements entrusted to K. K. Hamsher Funeral Home. Memorials in his name may be made to the...

Stuart C. Hoehne

Stuart C. Hoehne

Aug 7, 2010

Stu was born on Sept. 23, 1930 in Greenbush, Wisconsin to Eldon and Ruth (nee Laack) Hoehne. He attended Gavin Elementary and Grant Community High School where he was a Golden Glove Boxer.

Stu was a Corporal in the U.S. Army from 1948-1951 and was honored and commended for his performance in extremely hazardous duty...

Stanley K. Horton

Stanley K. Horton

Jul 30, 2010

Stanley Horton 83 of McHenry Stanley Horton, 83, of McHenry, Ill for 29 years, formerly of Bangor, Mich., died Friday, Jul. 30, 2010 at his home. He was born Jan. 4, 1927 to Harley and Myrtle (nee Buley) Horton in South Haven, Mich. Stanley enjoyed bowling, scratch golfing, playing cards, and was an avid baseball fan. Mr....

Patricia Tunis

Patricia Tunis

Jul 20, 2010

A resident of Fox Lake, formerly of Chicago, died Tuesday July 20, 2010. She was born on June 17 1951 in Chicago to Barney and Ethel (nee Brown) Chans. She enjoyed her bible studies and had a strong faith. She will be greatly missed by her loving daughter Lori (Mark) Johnson, her dear brother Barby (Linda) Chans....

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