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Recent Obituaries in Gurnee, Illinois
Henry Duke Williams
Apr 6, 2025
Henry Duke Williams was born to the late Aaron and Lucille Williams, July 15, 1931, in Hazel Hurst, Mississippi.
He moved to the city of Chicago, where he met Warteen Williams. They married in 1949. They had 7 children. After many years of marriage, they eventually separated.
Henry signed up for the US Army in August 1952. He served as a cook...
Amy Joy Peceny
Mar 22, 2025
Amy Joy Peceny (nee Weber), 55, passed away peacefully at home in Gurnee, IL on March 22, 2025. Amy was born on December 9, 1969, in Highland Park, IL, the daughter of the late James "Web" and Carol Weber. Amy is survived by the love of her life, husband Stanley "Stan" Peceny, her children Matthew "Matty", Joseph "Joey" and Margaret...
Jimmy Marie Benjamin
Mar 12, 2025
Jimmy Marie Benjamin, known to her family and friends as Henry Mae, passed away on Wednesday, March 12, 2025, at AdventHealth Hospital in Orlando, FL. She was 69 years old. She was born February 19, 1956 in Waukegan, IL. She was such a strong, loving, and devoted Mother, Grandmother, Sister, Aunt, and a Friend. She faced many challenges and overcame...
Ruth Ann "Annie" Marsala Ruggles
Mar 12, 2025
Ruth Ann "Annie" Marsala Ruggles passed away on March 12, 2025, at the age of 61.
She was the beloved wife of Robert "Bob" Ruggles since July 2nd, 1983 and the devoted, adoring mother of Richard (Andi), Ryan (Annie Jr.), and Roger (Diana). She was the proud grandmother of Alex and Imogene, and the daughter of Imogene Armstrong Marsala and Antonio...
Joe "Bubba" Den Moton
Mar 10, 2025
Joe Den Moton (Bubba) was born February 26, 1933 in Helena, Arkansas to the late John King and Lela Floyd Moton. He departed this life on March 10, 2025.
He leaves to cherish his memory 5 granddaughters: Shawana, Shalonda, Kaprina, Katrina, and Channia Marshall. 30 great grandchildren and 11 great great grandchildren and 1 sister: Addie B. Littlejohn and a host...
Kenneth L. Thomas
Mar 8, 2025
Kenneth L. Thomas, age 80, passed away peacefully on March 8, 2025. He is survived by his cherished sisters Dorothy (the late Steve) Piascik and Mary Kroeger and he is a beloved friend to many.
He was preceded in passing by his proud parents Blanton and Kathryn Thomas Jr. and his cherished sister Patricia (survived by George) Etolin.
Kenneth was a proud...
Dominick F. Constabileo
Mar 3, 2025
Dominick F. Constabileo, 65, passed away on March 3, 2025. He is survived by his beloved wife Beatriz Constabileo nee Mejia; his loving children Kristie Constabileo, Daniel (Sara Guthman) Constabileo, and Dominick Constabileo; his cherished grandsons Carter and Charlie; his dear sisters Marie (Brian) Griffith, Camille (Marco) Aillon, Lucy (Kelly) Mack, and Cathy (Leroy) Boren; and his wonderful nieces and...
Dorothy Mary Ellen Heitz
Mar 1, 2025
Dorothy Maryellen Heitz, 71, passed away on March 1, 2025. She is survived by her loving children Dorothy Jessica Cole, Derrick (partner Amanda Janis) McDermott, and Grace Hart; her cherished grandchildren Savannah Gonzales, Justin McDermott, Preston Jones, Cole Carranza, and Daniel McDermott; and her dear sister Loraine Gorski. She is a dear cousin, aunt, and friend to many.
She is preceded...
Daniel E. Miks
Feb 25, 2025
Daniel E. Miks, 72, passed away peacefully on February 25, 2025. He is survived by his beloved wife of 30 years Nancy Miks nee Etolen; his loving children Kelly (Laurel) Johnson and Stacey (Richard "Rusty" Hiser) Johnson; his cherished grandchildren Michael (Amber), Conner, Zachary, Tyler, and Kevin; and his dear siblings Stanley "Sonny" (Ann) Miks, Rita Miks Jarrett, Louise Miks-Turner,...
John A. Miller
Feb 23, 2025
John "Jack" A. Miller, 79, passed away peacefully on February 23, 2025. He is a proud Airforce veteran. He is survived by his loving children Robert Ralston, Daniel Miller, Jessica (Julio) Fernandez, and Joseph (Kimberly) Miller; his cherished grandchildren Makael, Colby, Aiden, Samuel (Calsey), Madison, Chase, and Reese and a great-grandchild on the way; and his dearest siblings James Miller,...
Gordon William Shepherd
Feb 18, 2025
Gordon William Shepherd, 56, passed away peacefully on February 18, 2025. He is survived by his beloved wife of 26 years Laurie Shepherd nee Taylor; his loving sons Robert Lukasik, Christopher Lukasik, Nicolas Shepherd and stepsons Kyle Bakkum and Sean Bakkum; his cherished grandchildren Olive Jane Lukasik and Bennett Robert Bakkum; his proud mother Jane Lukasik; He is a dear...
Rosa Reyes
Feb 17, 2025
Rosa Mirta Reyes, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, was called home to be with the Lord on February 17, 2025, in her beloved home country of Guatemala.
Rosa, 82, was born on November 9, 1942, in Guatemala to the late Antonio Chacon and Justina Suchite. She married Horacio Reyes (Horace Kings) on August 15, 1964, and together they built...
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...
Janeen Frank
Feb 15, 2025
Janeen E. Frank passed the night of February 15, 2025 at the age of 83. She is survived by her faithful husband of nearly 62 years, Richard, her loving daughters, Linda (Dan) and Nancy (Ryan), her adoring granddaughters Kimberly and Abby, and her dear sister Sharon (Dan). She was a beloved aunt, cousin, sister-in law, and friend. Janeen was an...
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....
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