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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.

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.

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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....

Walter W. Sheets

Walter W. Sheets

Jul 14, 2010

Walter Sheets age 78

A long time resident of Ingleside, died Wednesday, July 14, 2010. He was born September 23, 1931 in Danville, IL to Walter and Mildred (nee Kiger) Sheets.

Walter was superintendent at Gavin School District for 21 years, served on the board for the Special Education District of Lake County,...

James R. Thillen

James R. Thillen

Jul 13, 2010

James Thillen 76

A resident of Huntley, formerly a long time resident of Fox Lake, died at home Tuesday, July 13, 2010. He was born February 20, 1934 in Evanston, IL. Jim owned ELBT Construction for 35 years. He was a Fox Lake village trustee for 8 years and served the community in many facets...

Jack B. Leigh

Jack B. Leigh

Jun 28, 2010

A longtime resident of Ingleside passed away June 28, 2010 at Centegra McHenry Hospital. Jack was born August 23, 1935 in Hazard, KY. Jack was a member of American Legion Post 703 and served in the Korean War. He loved to volunteer his time. Also he enjoyed people and had many friends. He will be deeply missed...

Michael Hermes

Michael Hermes

Jun 24, 2010

Michael Hermes age 19

A resident of Fox Lake, formerly of Antioch died Wednesday June, 23 2010. He was born February 8, 1991 in Waukegan to Michael and Patricia (nee Hink) Hermes.

Mike loved auto mechanics, and could fix any thing. He also enjoyed fishing, water skiing, snowboarding and was a big Ford...

Patricia A. Sparacino

Patricia A. Sparacino

Jun 17, 2010

Patricia Sparacino Of Bristol, WI

A memorial mass for Patricia Sparacino (nee Tokarz), 63, a resident of Bristol, WI for 6 years and formerly of Chicago, will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. Monday, June 28th, at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 2302 W. Church St., Johnsburg, where friends may gather from 9:30 a.m. through...

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