Obituaries
Recent Obituaries in Gurnee, Illinois
Linda Larsen
Nov 4, 2025
Linda Larsen, passed away peacefully on November 4, 2025. She is survived by her beloved children Connie (Glenn) Greenwood, Tony Askew, and Craig (Sheri) Askew; her precious grandchildren Kaley, Courtney, Dalton, Carter, Delilah, Ivy, and Austin; and her dear siblings Myrtle, Ray Jr., and Carolyn. She is a dear aunt and friend to many who will miss her deeply.
She is...
Matthew Jewell
Nov 3, 2025
Matthew William Jewell ~ February 9, 1972 - November 3, 2025
A Beloved Son, Brother, Uncle, and Friend
Matthew “Matt” Jewell passed away peacefully on November 3, 2025. Matthew is survived by his Mom, Joan Jewell; sister, Sandra (Dario) Fioretti-Frank; sister, Rebecca Mazur (Michael Lawson); nephew, Jonathan (Taylor Lantz) Flament; and brother William D. Jewell (Jennifer and family). Matthew was preceded in...
Harriett Ruth Cook
Oct 28, 2025
Harriett Ruth Sarver Cook nee Hennon, age 95, passed away peacefully on October 28, 2025. Ruth was born on June 12, 1930 in Carson Township, Fayette County Illinois. She is survived by her 5 children Stephan Roy (Belinda) Sarver, Barry Lynn Sarver, Jeanne Diane Sarver, Robert William (Christine) Sarver Jr., and Linda Sue (Andrew) Painter; 13 grandchildren Michael, Amy, Christine...
Esperanza Bustos
Oct 28, 2025
Esperanza Bustos, age 83, passed away peacefully at home on October 28, 2025 surrounded by her beloved family. She is survived by her beloved husband of 62 years Benjamin Bustos; her loving sons Juan Bustos, Jorge Bustos, Eduardo (Cecilia) Bustos, and Oscar (Melinda) Bustos; her cherished grandchildren Nicholas John Bustos, Krystal (Chris) Mary Rainey, Ariana Marie Bustos, Jordan (Chloe) Benjamin...
Nancy A. Nowikowski
Oct 21, 2025
Nancy A. Nowikowski nee Gough, passed away peacefully on October 21, 2025. She is survived by her beloved children Bill (Beth) Nowikowski, Mark (partner Kara Friedman) Nowikowski, Teresa (Tim Reigle) Nowikowski, and adoptive daughter Chris Narbone; her cherished grandchildren Gwendolyn (Joseph) Zimmer and Arie Reigle; her precious great-grandchildren Maren Zimmer and Micah Reigle; her dear sister Judy Gough and her...
Ethan Waratuke
Oct 20, 2025
Ethan Henry Waratuke, passed away unexpectedly on October 20, 2025. He is survived by his beloved wife Johanna Waratuke (nee Fernandez); his proud parents David and Kellie Waratuke; his dearest siblings Ian, Colin, Duncan, and Madelaine Waratuke; his cherished grandparents Anthony and Lynn Waratuke; his esteemed parents-in-law Mercedes and Francisco Fernandez and his brother-in-law Bryan Fernandez. He is a dear...
Robert Dennis Pieper
Oct 14, 2025
Robert D. Pieper, 81, passed away peacefully on October 14, 2025. He was born in Waukegan, IL. He is survived by his beloved wife Mary Jane; his daughter Jacquelyn; his son Scott; and many, many friends.
He is preceded in passing by his parents Pauline and Leo Pieper; his siblings Caroline, Shirley, David, Leo, Linda, Roger, and Doris; and his nephew...
Craig Watkins
Oct 13, 2025
Craig Lee Watkins, a beloved son, brother, father and veteran, passed away on Monday, October 13th, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, courage, and dedication.
Born on December 3rd, 1947, to Mr & Mrs Lee (Elsie) Watkins, Craig was blessed with a loving family. His mother later married James Henry "Wolf" Jones, who raised Craig as his own, teaching him...
James Patrick Carpenter
Oct 11, 2025
James Patrick Carpenter, passed away peacefully on October 11, 2025.
He is survived by his beloved siblings George (Nancy) Carpenter, John (Susan) Carpenter, and Catherine (the late Marshall) Pierson. He is a cherished uncle, cousin, and friend to many who will miss him deeply.
He is preceded in passing by his proud parents Curtis and Jean Carpenter and his best friend Peter...
Efrem Zimberlist Clark Sr.
Oct 8, 2025
Efrem Zimberlist Clark Sr., passed into the arms of our Lord on October 8, 2025. He is survived by his beloved spouse Gail Clark; his loving children Jamyla, Efrem Jr., Eshone, Montoya, Montrell, Hydiya, Jonathan, and Jero Jr. Clark; his precious grandchildren Naomi Elizabeth, Aeirmas, Myarie, Semone, Kyhree, and Keighley; his dear siblings Brandell (Ernestine), James, Marvin, Michael, Patrick, Shirley,...
Adaz'jana Scott
Sep 28, 2025
Adaz'jana Kadence-Dukkuti Scott, also known as Deja or DJ, was born Tuesday, September 28, 2010 in St. Petersburg, FL to Angel Scott of Chicago, IL. Deja was Number 6 of 9 kids. Throughout her life she never let being one of the youngest hinder her. As one of nine children, she had a special way of standing out... not by...
Lawrence "Larry" Michael Welch
Sep 28, 2025
Lawrence "Larry" M. Welch, passed away suddenly on September 28, 2025. He is survived by his beloved wife of 49 years Ludean Welch nee Frigon; his loving daughters Stacy (Melissa) Welch; his cherished grandsons Nathan Welch Jr., Nelson Welch, Ayden Ward, and Gavin Ward; one precious great-grandchild on the way; and his dear siblings David (Sheila) Welch, Renee Werenski, Melanie...
Katherine Callen
Sep 22, 2025
Katherine Bess Callen passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loved ones on September 22nd 2025 . She leaves behind to carry on her legacy of love her beloved husband of 54 years Bruce Daniel Callen "Dan", her loving daughters Jennifer Callen and Danel (Michael) Bielarczyk, her cherished grandchildren Michael (Alesha) Hernandez , Daniel (partner Elizabeth Gallardo) Hernandez ,...
James Michael Somers
Sep 22, 2025
James Somers, passed away peacefully on September 22, 2025. He is survived by his siblings Pierce (the late Debbie) Somers, David (Laura) Somers, and Sharon (David) Badzioch; his nieces and nephews Daron (partner Amy), Ryan (Cynthia), William, Robert, Brandon, Jonathon (partner Ana), and Megan; and great-nieces and nephews Ethan, Audrey, Jameson, and Charlotte. He is a dear cousin and friend...
John W. Kraft
Sep 21, 2025
John W. Kraft, passed away peacefully on September 21, 2025. He is survived by his beloved wife of 36 years and travel companion Cynthia "Cindy" Kraft nee Colby; his loving children Becca (significant other, Danielle Kirby; and beloved pup, Buckley) and Alan Kraft; and his precious puppy Scout. He is a cherished cousin and friend to many who will miss...
Elizabeth "Bette" W. Brya
Sep 16, 2025
Elizabeth “Bette” Nadelhoffer Brya née Wedge, age 95, passed away peacefully at home on September 16, 2025 with family at her side. Born on March 14, 1930, Bette was the youngest child of Rose Kennedy Wedge (nee Florian) and Ernest Wedge. She had a happy childhood where she fondly recalls frequent visits to her maternal family’s blueberry farm in Grand...
John David O'Neill
Sep 14, 2025
John David O'Neill passed away on September 14, 2025. He is survived by his beloved children John (Damara), Kim (Tony), Matthew, Kelly (Derek), Megan, Kevin (Erica), and Daniel; 10 grandchildren; his sisters Denise, Judy (Doug), Mary (Tom), and Patty (Mark); and his former wife Diane. He is a beloved uncle, cousin, and friend to many who will miss him deeply.
He...
Shirley Violet Bastounes
Sep 13, 2025
Shirley Violet Bastounes, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, fell asleep in the arms of our Lord on September 13, 2025, at the age of 96.
She is survived by her loving children: Dean Bastounes, Rene’ (Tom) Haisma, Greg (Linda) Bastounes, and Heather (John) Truckenbrod; her cherished grandchildren, Leah and Taylor; and her precious great-grandchildren, Ruby, Nick, Dina, and Chloe.
Shirley was...
Awilda Giannese
Sep 9, 2025
Awilda Giannese, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away on September 9, 2025. She is reunited with her loving husband, Vincent Giannese, her father Francisco Rodriguez, her mother Juana Carrion, and many of her siblings who passed before her.
Awilda was the proud mother of three children: Venus Marino, Jerry “Butch” Fields (Cheri), and Rob Giannese (Catherine). She was affectionately...
Richard L. Vogt
Sep 7, 2025
Richard L. Vogt (Windy) 90 passed away peacefully Sunday, September 7, 2025 at The Grove at the Lake in Zion, IL.
He was born in Waukegan, IL on April 29, 1935 as the son of the late Raymond & Frances (Jakaltis) Vogt. He met and married Adrienne on April 29, 1957. In 2022, Richard and Adrienne celebrated 65 years of marriage....
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