obituaries

Apr 11, 2024

John H. Lewey, 66, of Richmond, was born June 11, 1957 in Waukegan, and passed away April 11, 2024, peacefully surrounded by his loving wife, Roxanne Lewey, for 43 years and many other family members.

John was a very skilled mechanic specializing in transmissions. Later in life he worked as a security guard at Northwestern...

Mar 28, 2024

James "Jim" Curran, 78, of Lake Villa, died March 28, 2024. He was an avid outdoorsman, an active member of his church, and a contributor to multiple charitable organizations. Jim enjoyed woodworking, traveling the country, and visiting family in Pennsylvania. He is survived by his wife, Avie; children, A.J. (Sarah Taulman-Curran) and Lisa (Mike Cumings); his beloved...

Mar 27, 2024

Diana M. Haddick (nee Clemens), 73, of McHenry, suddenly passed away March 27, 2024.  She was born January 8, 1951, in Chicago, to the late John L. and Irene (nee Gronkowski) Clemens.

A beloved wife, mom, grandma, sister, and friend, Diana loved woodworking, crafting, fishing, camping, family time, exploring, and was the best "room mom"...

Mar 21, 2024

A private graveside service for Ullainee Diane Staworski, 85, of McHenry, formerly of Chicago, will be held at Resurrection Catholic Cemetery, Justice.

Mar 18, 2024

Michael "Pickle" or "Marvin" James Lee, 59, of Round Lake Heights, unexpectedly passed away Monday, March 18, 2024, at Advocate Condell Medical Center, Libertyville.  He was born May 27, 1964, in Chicago, to Robert and Margaret (nee Koons) Lee.

Michael grew up in Northbrook and was a 1983 graduate of Glenbrook South High School.  He...

Mar 15, 2024

Gail Lee Martin, nee Marsh, 81, passed away peacefully, March 15, 2024.  Gail was born February 14, 1943, Elgin, Illinois to the late Marvin and Eleanor Marsh.  She was a loving mother of Russel Mayfield and Lorie Koop, cherished grandmother of Nicholas (Lexi) Koop and Ryan Mayfield.  Gail was a dear sister of Linda (David) Gates, Pat...

Mar 14, 2024

Gene Holland, 80, passed away peacefully March 14, 2024.  Gene was born October 10, 1943, in Iuka, MS to the late Tebus and Grace Holland.  Survived by his lifetime "sweetheart" and beloved wife of 60 years, Marguerite "Margie" (nee Cimmarusti). He was also the loving father of Rocco John Holland and Ann Marie (Phillip) Boruszewski; cherished grandfather of Brandy...

Mar 11, 2024

Scott Jerome Suddeth, age 45 passed away March 11, 2024.  Scott was born July 17, 1978, Waukegan, Illinois to Cecil and his beloved mother, Maureen A. Suddeth.  He was a loving brother of Leslie (Donald) Lauritzen and the late Christopher M. Suddeth, endearing grandson of the late Jackie and Mary Schroth, dear uncle of Calvin (Aida) Torres,...

Mar 10, 2024

Rogelio Albiter Puebla, 53,  passed away peacefully March 10, 2024.  He was born December 09, 1970 in Almoloya de las Granadas, Tejupilco, Mexico to Rogelio and Teresa Albiter.  He was the beloved husband of Erendida (nee:  Jaramillo) and loving father of Lizbeth, Jocelyn, Alexander and Arixa.  Rogelio was the dear brother of Arminda, Enelida, Maidalith,Costantino, Javier, Almilkar,...

Mar 9, 2024

Gerry H. Lorenz, 82, passed away Saturday, March 9, 2024.  He was born in Evanston January 09, 1942, to the late Herman and Ada Lorenz.

Gerry was the dear brother of Jay (Jean) Lorenz; fond uncle of Bill (Jill) Lorenz; great-uncle of Robert Jay Lorenz, Christopher (Erica) Popik (and their children Hayden and Louden Popik)...

Feb 24, 2024

Isabelle L. Imig, passed away peacefully at her home,  February 24.  Isabelle was born in Chicago, Illinois, January 13, 1933 to the late Frederick and Edith Roeske.  She was the beloved wife of the late Harold R. Imig and loving mother of Debra (Mark) Reed, Frederick Jr. (Terry Ann) Wilson, Raymond (Denise) Imig and Patricia Imig.  Isabelle...

Feb 22, 2024

Audra Kaye Kowalski (nee Moe) passed away peacefully at her home, February 22, 2024.  She was born April 26, 1968, Chicago, Illinois, to Rolf and Christine Moe.  Audra was the beloved wife of Kenneth D. Kowalski, loving mother of Gary Moe, Ken (fiance Nicole) Kowalski, Jr., Chris (fiance Carli) Kowalski, Anthony Kowalski, Erik Kowalski and Brandon Moe,...

Feb 16, 2024

James Edward Tybor, 62 of Fox Lake, formerly of Chicago, IL. passed away February 16, 2024.  Jim was born July 23,1961, to Arlene Talbot and the late Daniel Tybor. Jim was a proud father, and even more proud grandfather. He enjoyed nature, boating and being out in the sun. He had a deep passion for music, playing...

Feb 16, 2024

John Philip Schaefer passed away February 16, 2024 at his home in Lake Villa.  He was born in Chicago on February 21, 1942 to Emil and Marie (nee O'Connor) Schaefer.  John joined the United States Navy during the Cuban Missile Crisis. He married Lynn Roberts on November 10, 1973.  They were members of Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church...

Feb 16, 2024

Steven Louis Johnson, passes away suddenly, February 16, 2024.  Steven was born December 21, 1962,  the youngest son of David Louis and Barbara (nee:  Merkel) Johnson, Chicago, Illinois.

He was the loving brother of Raymond D. Johnson and dear friend of Dee Kupsky.  Steven loved fishing in Mississippi, watching a Chicago Cubs game, golfing and...

Feb 12, 2024

Aaron R. Best, an only child, was born December 1, 1937 to Sylvia and Roy Best in Detroit Michigan.  He died peacefully in his sleep February 12, 2024.

Aaron grew up in Detroit accomplishing a four-year apprenticeship at the Tool and Die Institute while working with his Uncle Rudy.   Aaron also achieved the high recognition...

Feb 2, 2024

Thomas Weldon Wolf, 70, of Zion, formerly of Libertyville and Waukegan, passed away February 2, 2024.

Tom was born May 19, 1953, in Waukegan, to the late Fred and Bernice (nee Brinton) Wolf of Fox Lake.  Tom was creative and artistic with painting and drawing.  He also enjoyed and wrote music and played the guitar.  ...

Jan 24, 2024

Nancy E. Koske (nee Tipperreiter), 72, a longtime resident of Fox Lake, peacefully passed away at home Wednesday, January 24, 2024, surrounded by her loving family.  She was born June 13, 1951, in Chicago, to the late John and Theresa Mae (nee Heffernan) Tipperreiter.

Nancy began life in the Ravenswood/Jefferson Park neighborhoods of Chicago.  Her...

Jan 24, 2024

Charles "Charlie" Wiltberger, 82 years old of Las Vegas, NV and formerly of Fox Lake, IL, passed away peacefully on January 24, 2024 at home surrounded by family. He was born on February 4, 1941 to the late Dale and Flores Wiltberger. Charlie very proudly served in the Air Force, stationed in Tripoli. After the service, he...

Jan 19, 2024

Justine J. Spiegl.  Born February 19, 1933.  Passed away January 19, 2024.  She was the beloved wife of the late Robert U. Spiegl, loving mother of three children, eight grandchildren and eight greatgrandchildren.

Justine's family would like to thank all of those who were there to care for Justine.

Services will be private....