Obituaries
Recent Obituaries in Gurnee, Illinois
Carol A. Kruse
Feb 17, 2025
Carol A. Kruse, age 76, passed away peacefully on February 17, 2025. She is survived by her beloved husband John "Jack" E. Kruse Sr.; her loving children Kim (Tim) Garrity and Jack (Rochelle) Kruse Jr.; her cherished grandchildren Brendan Garrity and Ryan Kruse; and her dearest sisters Linae (the late Gary) Jackson and Marilyn (Rick) McCormick. She is a dear...
Wendy B. Shaffer
Feb 8, 2025
Wendy B. Shaffer, passed away peacefully on February 8, 2025. She is survived by her beloved husband of 22 years Charles R. Shaffer Jr.; her brother Rick (Marie Schmidt) Young; her sister Pam (Tony) Benassi; her siblings-in-law Randy Shaffer, Carolyn Shaffer, and Sandy (Dave) De Lisle; and her niece and nephews Dustin, Aaron, Grayson, Rachel, and Nick. She will be...
Shirley Ann Bane
Feb 7, 2025
Shirley Ann Bane, age 72, passed away peacefully on February 7, 2025. She is survived by her beloved husband of 34 years, James Michael Bane, and her brother Anthony Sem Jr. She is a beloved relative and friend to many who will miss her deeply.
She was proceeded in passing by her beloved parents.
Friends and family will meet for visitation on...
Stephanie Genevieve Burtz
Feb 5, 2025
Stephanie Genevieve Burtz nee Stupen, passed away peacefully on February 5, 2025. She is survived by her beloved siblings Alexander Stupen, Frederick (Mary) Stupen, Natalie Stupen, and Jaroslava (Edward) and her nieces and nephews Sophia Stupen, Petra Stupen, and Pierce Stupen. She is a beloved cousin and friend.
She is preceded in passing by her proud parents Ilko and Maria Stupen...
Stephen Magnuson
Jan 29, 2025
Stephen L. Magnuson, passed away peacefully on January 29, 2025. He is survived by his beloved wife whom he shared 25 wonderful years with, Karin Magnuson; his son Lonnie Magnuson; his stepson Nick Nikopoulos; his grandchildren Easton and Cade Magnuson; his sister Sandra Kangras; and sister-in-law Mary Magnuson. He was preceded in passing by his proud parents Lawrence and Jewel...
Robert Reece Wiley II
Jan 28, 2025
Robert Reece Wiley II, passed away peacefully on January 28, 2025. He is survived by his loving mother Joan Wiley; dear sister Rebecca (John) Sinclair and brother Andrew Wiley; and cherished nieces Stella and Emma Sinclair. He will be deeply missed by his friends and family.
He was preceded in passing by his proud father Robert Wiley I.
Family and friends will...
John Dennis Huffhines
Jan 21, 2025
John Dennis Huffhines, 76, passed away from natural causes surrounded by family on January 21st, 2025 at the VA Hospital in San Diego, California.
John was the son of Edwin and Emily Huffhines, born on August 18th, 1948 in Waukegan, Illinois. He graduated from Warren Township High School in 1966, where he was a drummer, Golden Gloves boxer, and football player....
Joseph Ruman
Jan 18, 2025
Family and friends will meet on Saturday, January 25, 2025 at Warren Funeral Home, 1475 N Cemetery Road to celebrate the life of Joe Ruman. Visitation will take place from 11AM-1PM, funeral services at 1PM.
Joe was born on a chilly January 27th, 1954. He was the firstborn to Peter and Mary (nee Wohnhas), and would later be joined by his...
Margery W. "Marge" Heddens
Jan 11, 2025
Margery Warfield Heddens, 90, of Bloomington, Illinois, passed away on Saturday, January 11th, 2025 at Luther Oaks Assisted Living Facility in Bloomington.
Margery "Marge" was born in Cerro Gordo, Illinois on April 6, 1934, to the late Thomas and Ruth (Dobson) Warfield and grew up on a farm near Rantoul, Illinois with her siblings Kathryn, Esther, Carolyn, Tom, and Robert. She...
Bing Zielka
Jan 5, 2025
In Loving Memory of Bing Zielka
April 8th, 1949 - January 5th, 2025
Bing was born to Polish parents, the late Victor and Wanda Zielka in London, England. He was welcomed home on January 5th 2025 at age 75.
A man who lived life fully, he was known for his infectious sense of humor, his love for music, Elvis, poker, politics, sports and...
Carolina Mailig
Dec 5, 2024
Carolina Mailig, age 89, passed away peacefully on Thursday morning, December 5, 2024. She was born February 25, 1935, in the Philippines, a daughter of the late Eladio (Loreta) Pascual.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Mario Mailig; two sons, Leonardo Mailig and Edgardo Mailig; her daughter-in-law Fely Mailig; her son-in-law Dante Tantengco.
She is survived by her dear sister...
Loretta Dodson
Nov 29, 2024
Loretta Dodson, age 87, passed away peacefully on November 29, 2024. She is survived by her loving children William Pfeil (Judith), Teresa Pfeil-Mackey (Herbert), Wesley Pfeil (Terri), and Tina Pfeil-Kasper (Bill); her cherished grandchildren Hillary Pfeil-Anthony (Alex), Chad Mackey, Natasha Mackey-Solis (Ladislao), Natalie Pfeil-Joyner (Antonio), Suzanne Pfeil, and Heather Pfeil and 16 great-grandchildren; her dear siblings, Mary Sveon-Mason (Gary), Eugene...
Michael Moberg
Nov 20, 2024
Michael A. Moberg Sr. born November 24, 1954, left this Earth on November 20, 2024, and has gone home to Heaven. Michael entered Heaven's pearly gates 4 days before his 70th birthday. Michael was preceded in death by his mother Charlene Mae Moberg, his sister and brother, Ann Moberg, and Carl Moberg. Also joining him at his homecoming were his...
Francine Jensen
Nov 16, 2024
Francine Jensen, 78, of Gurnee, passed away on November 16, 2024 at The Terrace nursing home in Waukegan, IL.
Fran was born on November 27, 1945 in Toulon, IL, the daughter of the late Donald and Ruth Coakley. In 1960, her family relocated to Kenosha, WI where she graduated from Mary D Bradford High School in 1963. She went on to...
Russell W. Bohling
Nov 16, 2024
Russell Bohling, age 81, passed away on November 16th, 2024, at home in Kenosha, Wisconsin. He is survived by his longtime friend and partner of over 30 years, Marjorie Smith, and her four daughters Katherine, Sue, Tammy, and Michelle; nine grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. Russ is also survived by his brother-in-law George (the late Carol) Pester of Hobart, Indiana; his...
Wynell M. Butzine
Nov 9, 2024
Wynell Butzine, age 85, passed away peacefully on November 9th, 2024. She is survived by her loving children Laura (Ronald) Schultz, Sherry Chase, James (Sue) Butzine, Ruthann (Steven) Kent, and Suzan (Daniel) Butzine; her cherished grandchildren, Kristopher, Nichalos, Patrick, and Ariel; her dear great-grandchildren, Nora, Eloise, Theodore, Kane, and Harlow; and her precious brother, Charles F. Reinhardt.
She is preceded in...
Ernesto Sio
Nov 9, 2024
Ernesto “Ernie” M. Sio, also known as “Tono” and “Patnubay”, 80, of Beach Park, IL passed away peacefully early on Saturday, November 9, 2024, at Advocate Condell Medical Center surrounded by his family’s love.
Ernesto was born on February 13, 1944, in Pagbilao, Philippines to the late Emilio and Enrica (Merto) Sio. He graduated from University of the East (Manila, Philippines)...
Kathleen Marie Vogelsang
Oct 23, 2024
Kathleen Marie Vogelsang, age 82, passed away peacefully on October 23, 2024. She is survived by her beloved husband of 59 years Richard Vogelsang; her loving son David (Patricia Bladow) Vogelsang; her cherished grandchildren Delaney (Alex) Rafael, Ben Vogelsang, Teagan Coomans, and Carly Vogelsang; her dear siblings Don (Michelle) Nykanen and Beatrice Kumpula; her dear former son-in-law Kenneth (Carrie) Coomans;...
Esther Miller
Oct 22, 2024
Esther Lee Williams Miller was born March 6, 1959 to the late Louis Williams, Sr. and Goldie (Allen) Williams in North Chicago, IL. Esther graduated from North Chicago High School. Esther moved to North Carolina in 1981 where she met and married Michael Miller, from that union they had one son, Joshua Miller. Esther moved back to North Chicago, IL...
Mary K. Schaab
Oct 20, 2024
Mary K Schaab, aged 79, passed away on October 20, 2024, in Kenosha, WI. Born on October 31, 1944, in Chicago IL, Mary lived a life marked by dedication to her community and an unwavering commitment to her faith.
Mary graduated from New Trier High School and furthered her education at UCLA. Her professional life included significant roles at Zion-Benton High...
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