Joseph "Joe" Charles Stornello Jr
Jun 9, 2026
Joseph Charles Stornello Jr., 83 years old of Lindenhurst, IL, passed away surrounded by family on Tuesday, June 9th, 2026, at Avantara in Libertyville, IL.
Joseph, or Joe, was born February 11th, 1943, at St. Vincent Infant & Maternity, Chicago, IL, on a Thursday. He was the son of the late Joseph and Virginia (nee Wyttyk) Stornello. On November 21st, 1964,...
Jessica Lynn Porter
May 28, 2026
It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Jessica Lynn Porter on May 28th, 2026.
Born in Libertyville, IL, on April 22, 1983, Jessica was a creative musician and singer who produced her own music for decades, performing with various bands across California, Chicago, and Lake County. An alumna of Santa Monica University...
Alberto Otero
May 12, 2026
Alberto Otero passed away unexpectedly on May 12, 2026. He is survived by his beloved wife of 28 years Tania; his children Olivia, Gabriele, Alberto Jr. and Adriana; his granddaughter, Nola; and his three cats Jayuyo, Lolita, and Beto. He is deeply loved and remembered by his many siblings, nieces, nephews, cousins, and all who knew him.
A man of many...
Cesar Luis Vasquez
May 2, 2026
César Luis Vásquez—known as Luis by those close to him—passed away at his home in Wadsworth, Illinois on May 2. He was 90 years old. Luis is survived by his life partner Mary, his sons Roberto, Mario, and Ian, his daughters-in-law Lisa, Yodit, and Lesley, and his grandchildren Alexander and Pia.
Luis was born in Lima, Peru on September 19, 1935...
Patricia A. Otka
Apr 25, 2026
Patricia A. Otka (Jan. 1, 1944 - April 25. 2026) age 82 passed away peacefully at the Kenosha Aurora Medical Center after a short hospice visit. Her husband, Robert, was by her side in her final moments.
Patricia (Pat) was born in Waukegan Il., the daughter of Peter and Alice (Iverson) Pahl. She attended the Gurnee Il. schools and was a...
Judy A. Groenke
Apr 22, 2026
Judith Ann Groenke, 86, of Libertyville, Illinois, entered into eternal rest and the joyful presence of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on April 22, 2026.
Judy was born in 1939 to Walter and Leone Meumann and spent her childhood on her family’s farm in Gurnee, Illinois. As a teenager, her family relocated to Whitewater, Wisconsin, where she graduated from high...
James Wilbert McGraw
Apr 22, 2026
James Wilbert McGraw, 78, proud Marine and Vietnam veteran, passed away peacefully on April 22, 2026. He is survived by his beloved wife of 38 years Karen K McGraw; his sons Avery D McGraw and Veencent L McGraw; his grandchildren August James and Cyrus Jaden McGraw; and his sisters Betty Robinson and Mernette McDaniel. He is a dear uncle, cousin,...
Opal D. Rice
Apr 20, 2026
A TIME TO BE BORN
Sunrise for Mrs. Opal Delores Rice was June 28, 1949, to the late Charles James, Sr. and Flora B. Turner in Saint Louis, Missouri. She accepted Christ at an early age and was baptized in April 1960 at Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church by Pastor J.N. Lightfoot in Waukegan, Illinois. In April 1962, she united with Gideon...
Barbara Jeanette Powell
Apr 18, 2026
Barbara ‘Jeanette’ Powell, 79, passed away peacefully on April 18, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.
She was born on November 21, 1946, in Blossburg, Alabama. On September 2, 1967, Jeanette married the love of her life, Terry Lee Powell.
Jeanette is survived by her loving son Todd (Tami) Powell and her dear siblings Rod, Larry (Karol), and Harry Threadgill. She is...
Alderman Lawrence "Larry" Eaker
Apr 9, 2026
Lawrence "Larry" William Eaker, 81, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on April 9, 2026. He is survived by his beloved wife of 21 years Sandra Eaker, his children Jennifer and Erin (Paul); his grandchildren Stephanie, Brandon, Melanie, Joshua, Alisha, Larissa, Clarisa, Richie, Melissa, and William; his brother Pat Eaker; and a host of great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, and...
David L. Ogawa
Apr 9, 2026
David Lindsey Ogawa, 71, of Gurnee, IL, passed away peacefully on April 9th, 2026, at Advocate Condell Hospital in Libertyville.
Born in 1954, in Chicago, David grew up and lived on the city's north side and graduated from Lane Tech. After marriage to Susan, he lived in Chicago, Arlington Heights, and finally in Gurnee for the past 30 years.
He graduated from...
Tammy J. Mueller-Uphoff
Apr 6, 2026
Tammy J. Mueller-Uphoff, 62, passed away on April 6, 2026. She is survived by her beloved husband of 15 years and partner for 27 years Duane Uphoff; her loving children Carmen Tackett, Dean (Raul Soria III) Mueller, and Kevin Mueller; her cherished grandchildren Mario Solorzano, Kiana Davis, Kishaun Davis, and Mikaela Meuller; her precious great-grandchildren Tiana Payne, Carvell Davis, and...
Rodrick Carter
Apr 6, 2026
Rodrick Carter, 58, passed away peacefully on April 6, 2026. He is survived by his father Preston Carter, his brother Chris (Michelle) Carter, his nephew Jacob Carter, and his niece Aryanna (Amber) Clouser.
He is preceded in passing by his mother Carol Carter.
Friends and family will meet for visitation on Friday, April 17, 2026 from 11AM-12PM at Warren Funeral Home, 1475...
Steven Frank Zager
Apr 5, 2026
Steven Frank Zager, 82, passed away peacefully on April 5, 2026. He is survived by his beloved wife of 57 years Janet Zager (nee Lery); his loving children Tracy (Chip) Reaves, Steve (Carolee) Zager, and Chris (Christie) Zager; his precious grandsons Blake, Andrew, Cooper, and Connor; his dear sister Bev (the late Frank) Wiza; his dear niece Sherry and nephew...
Franklin B. Schantz Sr.
Apr 5, 2026
Franklin Brooke Schantz, 95, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family on Easter Sunday, April 5, 2026, in Flower Mound, Texas. He was born on September 29, 1930, in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania to Charles Goranflo Schantz and Ethel Mae (Brooke) Schantz. Frank served in the United States Navy from 1951 through 1957. He met Grace Ann Sacramento at an Eagles Club...
Joseph L. Tomei
Apr 5, 2026
Joseph (Joe) Louis Tomei, 92, of Gurnee, IL beloved Father, Grandfather, Great Grandfather and friend to many passed away peacefully on April 5th, 2026 in Lindenhurst, Illinois.
Joseph was born on September 24, 1933 in Highland Park, Illinois, to Joseph N and Melania Tomei. He attended the University of Illinois earning his bachelor’s degree in Business. Joe had an everlasting fondness...
Mary L. Tatro
Mar 27, 2026
Mary L. Tatro, age 84, passed away peacefully at home on March 27, 2026. She is survived by her loving children David Tatro, Sharon (Scott) McClain, John (Teena) Tatro, and James "Jim" (Dawn) Tatro. She is a beloved grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend who will be deeply missed by all who know and love her.
She is preceded in passing...
Richard Gorman
Mar 26, 2026
Richard Gorman, age 90, passed away peacefully on March 26, 2026, at his home in Bristol, Wisconsin, with his significant other, Judy Pigoni, at his side.
Richard proudly served in the United States Army from 1958 to 1964 and was honored with a Good Conduct Award for his service. He went on to build a long and dedicated career, working for...
Cynthia S. Landree
Mar 25, 2026
Cynthia S. Landree, age 73, passed away on March 25, 2026. She is survived by her beloved husband of more than 40 years Steven Landree Sr. She is a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, relative, and friend of many.
She will be deeply missed by all who know and love her.
Rose J. Whitlock
Mar 24, 2026
Rose J. Whitlock, 93, of Plano, TX, formerly of Lindenhurst, IL passed away on March 24, 2026.
She was born on November 22, 1932 in Spokane, Washington to the late Shulyler and Gertrude (Campsall) Warren and grew up in foster care. She served in the Marines from 1952 to 1953. On December 13, 1953 she married Norman Whitlock.
Rose is survived by...
