Obituaries
Recent Obituaries in Gurnee, Illinois
Lois Prince
Dec 1, 2025
F. Lois Prince, AKA Big Mama, passed away on December 1, 2025. She is survived by her beloved children Becky (Kevin) Sikora, Tina Prince, and Bill (Molly) Prince Jr.; her cherished grandchildren Angela (Jacob) Arthur, Kenneth (Rebecca) Sikora, and James (Hannah) Prince; her precious great-grandchildren Jaina, Grace, Olivia, and Clark Arthur, Jack and Gwen Sikora, and Everett Prince; and her...
Donna H. Tomei
Nov 27, 2025
Donna Helene Tomei, 90, of Gurnee, IL, beloved Mother, Grandmother, Great Grandmother and friend to many passed away peacefully on November 27, 2025 in Lindenhurst, Illinois.
Donna was born on May 25, 1935, in Rockford, Illinois, to Donald and Helen Tmey. She attended the University of Illinois earning her bachelor’s degree in education. Donna had an everlasting fondness for the U...
James Snowden Jr.
Nov 27, 2025
On Thanksgiving Day, November 27, 2025, James Snowden, Jr. entered his eternal rest with the Lord.
Born on July 24, 1958, James lived a life marked by steadfast faith, a deep love for his family, and a genuine heart for encouraging others. For 42 years, he shared an unbreakable bond with his devoted wife, Tina Snowden, together creating a legacy built...
James L. Kruschwitz
Nov 23, 2025
James L. Kruschwitz, passed away peacefully on November 23, 2025. He is survived by his beloved wife of 53 years Cathy Kruschwitz nee Trezek; his loving children Jerry Kruschwitz, Christina (Shawn) Payton, Dawn Kruschwitz, and Julie Kruschwitz; his cherished grandchildren Bella and Alli Payton; his dear brother Ron (Peggy) Kruschwitz; and his precious nieces and nephew Shelly Tilton, Bradley Kruschwitz,...
Job Kurian
Nov 14, 2025
Job Kurian, passed away unexpectedly on November 14, 2025. He is survived by his beloved children Greeshma Job, Vishal Job, and Divya Job; his dear siblings C. K. Easo, Annamma Jose, Sosamma Sajan, Sheela Thomas, and Alice Reji; and his loving former wife Annamma Job. He is a dear uncle, cousin, and friend to many who will miss him deeply.
He...
Judy Diane Rockow
Nov 8, 2025
Judy Rockow, 80, of Gurnee, Illinois passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 8, 2025. She was born on November 4, 1945, in Chicago, Illinois, to Josephine and Melvin Wohlfeil. On July 30, 1966, Judy married the love of her life, Royal Rockow, and together they built a beautiful life filled with love, laughter, and family.
Judy was a woman of warmth,...
Edwin Francisco Lemus
Nov 8, 2025
Edwin Francisco Lemus, passed away suddenly on November 8, 2025. He is survived by his beloved wife Elizabeth Lemus; his precious son Andres Leonardo Lemus; his parents Elsy and Milton Lemus; his cherished siblings Melanie Lemus and Jose Lemus; his proud grandparents Margarita Vasquez, Oscar Chavez, Leonor Guadron, and Julio Lemus; his dear parents-in-law Fernando and Maria Olmos; and his...
Jennifer Velasquez
Nov 8, 2025
Jennifer Mei Li Velasquez, passed away on November 8, 2025. She is survived by her cherished daughter Jasmine Velasquez, her beloved parents John and Delores Best, and her dear brother Mark Best.
Friends and family will meet for visitation on Saturday, November 22, 2025 from 11AM-1PM at Warren Funeral Home, 1475 N. Cemetery Road, Gurnee, IL. A Celebration of Her Life...
Teresa Nevarez
Nov 7, 2025
Teresa Nevarez, passed away peacefully on November 7, 2025. She is survived by her beloved husband of 21 years Robert Nevarez, her loving children Rafael, Petra, and Rocio; her niece Concha; and her dearest friends Dona Chela, Dona Anna, and Erasema. Her memory will be cherished by a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
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...
Rosemary Hamaker
Nov 2, 2025
Rosemary Hamaker recently passed away unexpectedly. She is remembered by her loving children, Jeff (Karen), Eric, and daughter-in-law Kathleen: cherished grandchildren Colin, Kyle, Nicholas, Jonaya, and Jacora: precious great grandchildren Carter, Dakota, and August: dear sister-in-law Louise: special friend Kieth: and grand dog Maci. She is a dear aunt, cousin, and friend who will be deeply missed by all who...
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,...
Subscribe
Subscribe to get alerts on new obituaries
