Obituaries

Recent Obituaries in Gurnee, Illinois

Barbara Gordon

Barbara Gordon

Jan 14, 2022

Barbara went to be with the Lord, on January 14, 2022, following a lengthy illness. Family surrounded her at the time of her of passing.

The mortal life of, Barbara A. Gordon “Bob,” began on July 24, 1933, from the union between Otis and Johnnie C. (nee-Bobo) White, in Lewisville, AR.  Her parents preceded her in death,...

Elizabeth Minnoch

Elizabeth Minnoch

Jan 5, 2022

Elizabeth “Betty” Ann Minnoch, 78, of Park City, IL, peacefully passed away on Wednesday, January 5, 2022.  She was surrounded by her loving family at Journeycare Hospice in Glenview, IL.

On February 6, 1943 in Glasgow, Scotland she was the first-born child to James and Agnes (Stevenson) Love.  She attended and graduated from local schools.  In 1975...

Charisse Landry

Charisse Landry

Jan 4, 2022

Charisse Landry, 37, of Waukegan, Illinois passed away on Tuesday, January 4, 2022, at her home.

She was born on April 18, 1984, in Chicago to Michael Lathrop and Angela Landry.

Charisse is survived by her mother, Angela Landry; siblings, Tamberia Johnson, Janel Landry, Brandon (Belinda) Carter, Jarrett Lathrop, and Jada Lathrop.

She...

Lonie “Atilana” Lewis

Lonie “Atilana” Lewis

Jan 2, 2022

Lonie “Atilana” Lewis, 79, of Gurnee, Illinois, passed away on Tuesday, January 2, 2022 in Park Ridge.

She was born on October 5, 1942 in Leyte, Philippines to Sabina Dataylo & Narcisco Cangas.  Blessed with vast cooking skills, dressmaking ability and a strong sense of direction, she migrated to the United States in the mid 1970’s.

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Judith Moore

Judith Moore

Jan 1, 2022

Judy Moore, 76, of Kenosha, Wisconsin, passed away on Saturday, January 1, 2022, at Robin Way in Kenosha.  After battling dementia for the past several years, she is now at peace and with her Lord and Savior.

Judy was born on November 8, 1945 in Dayton, Kentucky to Grover and Augusta (Wolff) Patterson. On January 21, 1964,...

David Greenup

David Greenup

Dec 20, 2021

David Greenup, 66, of Gurnee passed away on Monday, December 20, 2021 at home. He was born June 24, 1955 in Chicago to Delmas Greenup and Lillian Mathys.

David loved his career in real estate and worked in the profession for over 35 years until his retirement. He enjoyed bowling, was an avid golf player, a Tiger...

Ronald Albers Sr.

Ronald Albers Sr.

Dec 14, 2021

Ronald Albers Sr., 84, of Pleasant Prairie, WI passed away at his home on Tuesday, December 14, 2021, surrounded by his family.

He was born on September 10, 1937 to Carlo Ferraro and Lorraine Andre in Chicago, IL, and on February 16, 2003 he married Rachel Hamel.

Ron was known throughout the Gurnee and Waukegan...

Helmut Mauritz

Helmut Mauritz

Dec 10, 2021

Helmut Mauritz, 81, of Gurnee, Illinois passed away Friday, December 10, 2021 at home surrounded by family. He was born August 15, 1940 in Kusgelhoff, Germany to Kurt and Kathe Mauritz.

He moved with his family to the United States in 1951. He served in the US Navy, most notably on the USS Gearing and was honorably...

Raquel Figueroa

Raquel Figueroa

Dec 6, 2021

Raquel Figueroa, 75, of Waukegan, IL passed away on Monday, December 6, 2021, at The Grove of Elmhurst.

She was born on September 28, 1946 to Leopoldo and Emma (Garcia) Rodriguez in Laredo, Texas.

Raquel spent many years as a Certified Nursing Assistant and enjoyed helping with and caring for others. It was said she...

James Hangebrauck

James Hangebrauck

Nov 29, 2021

James Hangebrauck, 60, of Beach Park, IL passed away on Monday, November 29, 2021, in Waukegan, IL.

He was born on June 29, 1961 to Henry W. and Edith (Waters) Hangebrauck in Waukegan, IL.

James is survived by his significant other, Karen Tousek; brother-in-law, Richard Bakken Sr.; nephew, James Bakken; grandniece, Angel Bakken, and soon-to-be...

William Wichman

William Wichman

Nov 26, 2021

William “Bill” Wichman, 80, of Antioch, Illinois, went to be with his savior on November 26, 2021. He was born May 10, 1941, in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, the son of the late John and Helen (Dombrowski) Wichman. He was united in marriage to Ann Hirsbrunner on February 12, 1983, at the Gurnee Community Church. They lived in Gurnee for 25...

Simi Tang

Simi Tang

Nov 26, 2021

Simi Alina Tang, 45, of Gurnee, Illinois passed away on Friday, November 26, 2021 at Journeycare Hospice in Barrington, IL.

She was born September 27, 1976 in Bejing, China to Tang Yuefan and Wang Hong. She married Kenny Lian and moved to the United States in 2009

She is survived by her husband of 11 years...

Ronald Lauridsen

Ronald Lauridsen

Nov 21, 2021

Ronald Lauridsen, 81, of Waukegan, IL passed away on Sunday, November 21, 2021 in Appleton, WI.

He was born on November 12, 1940 to Ingvard and Esther (Barre) Lauridsen in Oceana City, MI.

Ron graduated from High School in Ludington, MI, in 1959.  In the mid-60’s, Ron went on to proudly serve in the United...

Paul Garven

Paul Garven

Nov 16, 2021

Paul Garven, 72, of Lindenhurst, IL passed away on Tuesday, November 16, 2021, in Wilmette, IL.

He was born on March 23, 1949, to Floyd and Julanne (Aamodt) Garven in Waukegan, IL.

After attending Warren High School, Paul went on to serve in the United States Navy, and eventually retired from the Postal Service. Paul’s...

Rosanne Perez

Rosanne Perez

Nov 12, 2021

Rosanne Perez, 67 of Waukegan, passed away on Friday, November 12, 2021 at Vista Medical Center East.

She was born on August 30, 1954 in Chicago, IL to John and Dorothy (Sklarski) Spirala.

Rosanne was a strong woman who loved her family and raising her children.  After she raised her children, she went on to...

Gail Alexander

Gail Alexander

Nov 12, 2021

Gail Ann Mitchell Alexander, 77, of Erie, Pennsylvania, died at home on November 12, 2021 of natural causes. She was born in Hartford, Connecticut to Harriet and Grover Ivan Mitchell on February 14, 1944. She married Ronald Eugene Alexander on April 29, 1967.

Gail’s parents preceded her in death. Gail is survived by her husband Ronald. She...

Emma Bembry

Emma Bembry

Oct 30, 2021

Mother Emma Lois Bembry was born May 29, 1935, to the union of Alonzo and Clara Bembry. One of twelve, she was born and educated in rural farm country of Hawkinsville, GA.   Emma graduated from Hawkinsville High School and was affectionately known as “Lois” (Baby Sister).

As a child, she attended Lynwood Baptist Church in Hawkinsville, GA....

Donna Ficke

Donna Ficke

Oct 21, 2021

Donna A. Ficke, 62, passed away on October 21, 2021. She was born in Indio, California on October 24, 1958, the daughter of Louvella (nee: Cox) Ficke and the late Roy George Ficke.

Donna retired after 41 years of service to TWA, Northwest, and Delta airlines. She began with TWA in Seattle and soon moved to become...

Courtney Royal

Courtney Royal

Oct 18, 2021

Courtney Lynn Royal, 33, of Fox Lake, passed away Monday, October 18, 2021 at Advocate Sherman Hospital in Elgin. She was born February 13, 1988 in Evanston, Illinois.

Courtney will be remembered for her beautiful smile and  gorgeous eyes that could light up a room and laughter that was infectious. She was fun, loving and as silly...

Emily Leonardi

Emily Leonardi

Oct 18, 2021

Emily Marie (Simpson) Leonardi, 77, of Lake Villa, Illinois, passed away on Monday, October 18, 2021, at her home.

She was born on November 24, 1943, in Los Angeles, California, to James and Ethel (Harding) Simpson. On December 12, 1978, Emily married John F. Leonardi, Jr., who preceded her in death in 2013.

While living...

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