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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.

Gerald D. Olmstead

Gerald D. Olmstead

Jul 17, 2009

Veteran Gerald "Jerry" Olmstead, age 64

A resident of Spring Grove since 1989 and former resident of Streamwood died on Friday, July 17, 2009 at his home surrounded by his family.

Jerry was a Veteran of the Vietnam War having served in the US Air Force; and was retired from United Airlines at...

Michael E. Magauran

Michael E. Magauran

Jul 12, 2009

Michael E. Magauran 47, of Grayslake, formerly of West Hollywood, CA, born May 12, 1962 and passed away July 12, 2009. Michael was a patient, kind, and loving individual who was an avid computer fan, enjoyed performing on stage, and had a great sense of humor. He is survived by his sister Sandy (John) Kroll; nephew Ryne...

James Mckinley

James Mckinley

Jul 11, 2009

James "Jimmy" Patrick McKinley, age 47 A resident of Fox Lake passed away Saturday, July 11, 2009 following a tragic accident. He was born on July 1, 1962 in Chicago, Illinois. He had attended and graduated from Antioch High School and then earned his Electronics Degree from Devry Instititute of Technology. He was employed at Scot Forge...

Robert Hurley

Robert Hurley

Jul 5, 2009

Robert Sylvester Hurley age 60 A longtime resdient of Antioch ,Il. died Sunday July 5, 2009 at home. He was born on April 5, 1949 and had been a member of the Local 93 Plumbers Union of Volo, Il. He was an avid sports fan who enjoyed watching the Chicago teams especially the Chicago Cubs and the...

Patty Sheppard

Patty Sheppard

Jun 26, 2009

Patricia Susan "Patty" Sheppard age 49

A recent resident of Fox Lake, Il. and a former longtime resident of Pistakee Highlands, Mc Henry , Il. died suddenly Friday June 26, 2009 in Gurnee, Il. She was born on March 31, 1960 in Arlington Heights, Il. to Richard G. and Kathryn J. (nee Rock) Sheppard ....

Mary Ellen Bosch

Mary Ellen Bosch

Jun 25, 2009

Mary Ellen Bosch Of Fox Lake for over 6 years, Friends of Mary Ellen Bosch formerly of Las Vegas, Nev. and Mount Prospect, are in- vited to attend her memorial visitation from 1:30 p.m. until the time of memorial services at 2:30 p.m. on Sunday June 28 at the K.K. Hamsher Funeral Home 12 N. Pistakee Lk....

Richard C. Kamien

Richard C. Kamien

Jun 25, 2009

Richard Charles Kamien age 80

A resident of Spring Grove ,Il. for the past 4 years, formerly of Chicago, Il. died Thurs. June 25, 2009 at Good Shepherd Hospital in Barrington, Il. He was born on July 27, 1928 in Chicago to John and Ellen (nee Mc Govern) Kamien and served in the U.S. Navy...

William L. Meyer

William L. Meyer

Jun 15, 2009

Willilam L. Meyer, age 73 a resident of Fox Lake for the past 35 years died on Monday, June 15, 2009 at Northern Ill. Medical Ctr. In McHenry. He was born in Chicago, IL on July 20, 1935 to Herbert and Mary (nee Addiocho).

Bill was a semi-Pro Hall of Fame football player, an avid...

Arthur A. Kerschke

Arthur A. Kerschke

Jun 10, 2009

Arthur Kerschke, age 70 a resident of Lilac Apartments in Fox Lake since its opening in 1994, and former resident of Wheeling died Wedneday, June 10, 2009 at home.

He was born March 24, 1939 in Chicago to Arthur and Helen (nee Czvein) Kerschke.

Arthur was a CB enthusiast, loved jigsaw puzzles, and...

Agnes C. Stey

Agnes C. Stey

May 14, 2009

Agnes C. (Bruness) Stey Agnes C. (nee Bruness) Stey, age 87, a resident of McHenry, and a former longtime resident of Ingleside, IL and Moutain Home Arkansas died Thursday, May 14, 2009 in McHenry with her family at her side. She was born in Trondheim, Norway on Jan 23, 1922 to Louis and Hilda (nee Albertson) Bruness...

Linda L. Mcgovern

Linda L. Mcgovern

May 12, 2009

Linda L. McGovern 68 Of Ingleside, formerly of Wheeling and Chicago A memorial visitation begins at 11:30 a.m. with a celebration of life service following at 12:30 p.m., Monday, May 18; at K.K. Hamsher Funeral Home 12 N. Pistakee Lake Rd. (1 block West of Rte. 12 and a

Forrest J. Billings

Forrest J. Billings

May 7, 2009

Forrest J. Billings, age 65 A resident of Fox Lake for many years died Thursday, May 7, 2009 at Vista East Hospital in Waukegan, IL. He was born in Oak Park, IL on April 6, 1944 to Jerome and Lorraine M. (nee Stokosinski) Billings. He attended and graduated from Grant Community High School with the class of...

John Reimer

John Reimer

Apr 15, 2009

John Reimer 39 Formerly of Antioch A visitation in memory of John's life will be held Saturday, May 2nd, beginning at 12:30 p.m., followed by a 2:30 p.m. memorial service, with Reverend Walstone Francis officiating, at K.K. Hamsher Funeral Home, 12 N. Pistakee Lake Rd., (1 block West of Rte. 12, a 1/2 block North of Grand...

May Sonnenberg

May Sonnenberg

Apr 12, 2009

You are welcome to leave condolences to the family on this page.

Memorials to the American Cancer Society.

Burial to follow seervice in Highland Memorial Park Cemetery, Libertyville, IL

David A. Vickery

David A. Vickery

Apr 4, 2009

David A. Vickery, age 66 A member of a Pioneer farming family of Mundelein and longtime resident of Spring Grove, Il passed away at home Sat., April 4, 2009 surrounded by his family after a courageous battle with lung cancer. He was born Dec. 12, 1942 in Libertyville to Ralph and Viola (nee Dubcke) Vickery. He was...

Patricia Eichhort

Patricia Eichhort

Mar 5, 2009

Patricia "Pat" Eichhorst age 81 a resident of Spring Grove, IL for the past 30 years and former resident of Ingleside died Thursday, March 5, 2009 at her home.

She was born in Chicago, IL on Dec. 6, 1927 to Leo and Irene (nee O'Donnell) Grischeau.

Patricia formerly waitressed for the George Diamond's...

William J. Hay

William J. Hay

Mar 2, 2009

William J. Hay McHENRY - William J. Hay, 92, a longtime resident of Pistakee Highlands, McHenry, died Monday, March 2, 2009, at Centegra Hospital - McHenry.

He was born Jan. 29, 1917, in St. Paul, Minn., to James and Leona nee Imholt Hay. He was married Sept. 10, 1949, in Melrose Park, to Loretta Stahl....

Ted Matthei

Ted Matthei

Feb 28, 2009

Arndt "Ted" Matthei Age 79 ______________________________ A resident of Spring Grove and a longtime resident of Ingleside, Il. died Saturday Feb. 28, 2009 at the Northern Il. Medical Center in Mc Henry. He was born on Dec. 14, 1929 to Arndt and Margaret (nee Condon) Matthei and was united in marriage to Joyce Parker on August 12,...

Katharina Kurz

Katharina Kurz

Feb 25, 2009

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