Obituaries
Recent Obituaries in Gurnee, Illinois
Maxine Marie Lannoye
Mar 11, 2026
Maxine Marie Lannoye (nee Kunstman), age 91 of Green Bay, passed away early March 11, 2026, at the Northwest Community Hospital in Arlington Heights, IL.
Maxine, affectionately known as "Mema" by some of her grandchildren, was born in Green Bay, Wisconsin on June 1, 1934 to Vernon and Cynthia (nee Denny) Kunstman. She attended Green Bay East High School through 10th...
Cruz B. Garcia
2026
Cruz Belen Garcia, 96, of Kissimmee, Florida, passed away peacefully on March 9, 2026, at home with her family by her side.
Belen was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother whose life was centered on family, love, and quiet strength. She was the beloved wife of the late Macario Garcia, with whom she shared many years of marriage and a...
James B. Spencer Jr.
Mar 8, 2026
James Bardger Spencer Jr. passed away peacefully on March 8, 2026, in his home surrounded by his family.
James Bardger Spencer Jr., affectionately known by many as “Jr,” was born on February 16, 1951, in Detroit, Michigan, to James Bardger Spencer Sr. and Ustine Magby, both of whom preceded him in death. He was born and raised in Detroit and graduated...
Eva Munding
Mar 7, 2026
Eva Munding, born Eva Schubkegel, passed away peacefully at age 89 on March 7, 2026 in Kenosha, WI. Born in Romania in 1936 to Kasper and Eva Schubkegel, she met the Love of her Life and married Joseph Munding in Wilsthut, Austria on March 5, 1955. The couple immigrated to America in 1956, arriving via Ellis Island.
Eva worked briefly in...
Richard Janis
Mar 1, 2026
Richard Janis, age 78, proud Navy veteran, passed away peacefully on March 1, 2026. He is survived by his former wife of 25 years Barbara Janis, his stepbrother Alan (Heather) Busch, his former sisters-in-law Margaret Stephan, Mary Yurkiw (the late Gregory and the late Harvey Melarkey), and Virginia Scott and his former brother-in-law Robert O'Neill (Diane), and many nieces, nephews,...
Anthony W. Urbanik
Feb 26, 2026
Anthony "Tony" W. Urbanik, age 96, proud Korean War Army Veteran and North Chicago fireman, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on February 26, 2026. He is survived by his beloved children Linda (Bill) Snyder, James (Mary Machak) Urbanik, Anthony (Catherine Guerra) Urbanik, and foster daughter Victoria Tercero Miscichoski; his cherished grandchildren Talia (Jason) Finch, Edward Snyder, Joe Urbanik,...
Kimberly Zeller
Feb 21, 2026
Kimberly Sue Zeller, nee Hakala, 60, passed away peacefully on February 21st, 2026. She was surrounded by loved ones in Racine, Wisconsin.Kim is survived by her husband, Rick Zeller, and her two sons, Matt (married to Kelsey) and Ryan.Kim’s legacy is laughter and optimism, even in the face of hardship. Everyone who met her was struck by her ability to...
Joan Collinson
Feb 20, 2026
Joan Collinson, age 74, passed away on February 20, 2026. She is survived by her children Lisa (Robert) Casey and Lee Collinson, her grandchildren Emma Casey, Robert Casey, and William Casey, and her ex-husband Stephen Collinson.
She was preceded in passing by her parents Cyril and Agnes Brown.
Private family services were held.
Byron Reid
Feb 17, 2026
Byron Wayne Reid, 59, passed away peacefully on February 17, 2026, surrounded by his family. He was born on January 11, 1967.
Byron will be remembered by his wife, Awilda (Bonilla) Reid, and his cherished children, Gabriela and Manny. He is also survived by his sisters, Lisa (Keith) Foster and Tarla Reid. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, extended...
Andres M. Superable
Feb 12, 2026
Andres “Andy” passed peacefully into the presence of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, leaving behind a legacy defined by faith, service, and unwavering devotion to his family and his country. A beloved husband, brother, father, grandfather, and great‑grandfather. He lived a life marked by strength, humility, and purpose.Born with a calling to lead and protect, Andy graduated from the...
Eliza Dennis
Feb 11, 2026
Eliza Dennis, passed away unexpectedly on February 11, 2026. She is survived by her beloved partner of over 30 years Karl Traylor, her loving children Rommel (Marilen) De Guzman and LeeAnn Dennis; her precious grandchildren Austin, Chloe, and Casey; and her dear siblings Susan Pitts, Esther Zon, and Renato Antonio. She is a dear aunt, cousin, and friend to many...
Mark Mojonnier
Feb 10, 2026
Mark R. Mojonnier, 75, of Wadsworth, IL passed away on February 10, 2026.
He was born on June 18, 1950 to the late Robert and Effie "Genevieve" Mojonnier in Pasadena, CA. On November 21, 1970 he married Joan E. Mojonnier in Elmwood Park, IL.
Mark is survived by his children Jennifer (Peter) Konar, Matthew (Billie) Mojonnier, Timothy Mojonnier, and Thomas (Lindsey) Mojonnier,...
Bruce Roy Winkle
Feb 10, 2026
Bruce Roy Winkle, age 65, has passed away peacefully on February 10, 2026, after a long journey with Alzheimer’s. He was surrounded by his beloved sister, loving wife, and their 3 wonderful children.
Bruce was born July 16, 1960 in Chicago IL, and raised in a loving household of his mother, Johnnie Lou Winkle, father, Lon Winkle, and younger sister, Jewel...
Jim L. Larson
Feb 6, 2026
Jim L. Larson, passed away peacefully on February 6, 2026. He is survived by his beloved wife of 60 years Joy Larson nee Nordgren; his loving sons Brian (Rosario) Larson and Blake (Cristina) Larson; his precious grandchildren Wesley, Eliza, and Brianna; and his dear sister Jean (the late Kaj) Knudsen.
He was preceded in passing by his proud parents Leonard and...
Joyce Laverne Mazurek
Feb 4, 2026
It is with deep sadness and eternal love that we announce the passing of Joyce Laverne Mazurek, 88. She passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family on February 4, 2026. She is survived by her beloved children Kenneth (ElDonna) Mazurek and Deborah (Michael) DeRue; her precious grandchildren Mark Mazurek, Danica (Jody) Dierks, Brandon DeRue, and McKenna (Chandler) Campbell; her...
Gary Lee Giles
Feb 3, 2026
Gary Lee Giles, 81, passed away on February 3, 2026. He is survived by his beloved wife of 44 years Jacqueline Letellier; his loving children Michael (Lee) Giles, David Giles, Katherine (Jason) Reed, and Emily (Bryan) Nicholson; his precious grandchildren Trevor, Autumn, Jacob, Aedan, and Chase; and many relatives and friends that will miss him deeply.
He was preceded in passing...
Daniel Basil Porter
Feb 3, 2026
Dan Porter, 71, born on September 17, 1954, went to be with the Lord on February 3, 2026 surrounded by his beloved wife and loving family.
His family was his happiness and joy. He was a loving son, husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend.
Dan was an avid builder, hockey player, golfer, fisherman, hunter, and all around sportsman. He had...
Alfred Neves
Jan 27, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce that Alfred “Al” Neves passed away peacefully on January 27, 2026. He was born to Antonio and Theresa Correia Neves on February 20, 1934. He is survived by his beloved wife Barbara J. Neves; his loving children Debra (Kenneth Grey) Martin, Lisa (partner Tina Monte) Neves, Steven (Jeanne) Gaulin, Sandra (William) Fayerweather,...
Ignacio Ochoa Jr.
Jan 27, 2026
Ignacio Ochoa Jr. passed away peacefully on January 27, 2026. He was born December 13, 1934, in Waukegan IL. to Ignacio Sr. and Margarita Ochoa. He is survived by his beloved wife, JoAnn ; his loving children, Ricardo (Audrey) Ochoa, Randy (Jane) Ochoa, Rhonda (Nick) Simopoulos, Raymie (Stephanie) Ochoa, his loving step-children Patricia (Ray) Flegal, James Ochoa, Thomas (Shannon) Ochoa,...
Gary Wayne Hakala
Jan 22, 2026
Gary Wayne Hakala, aka “Hak the Cat,” 72, born on September 3rd, 1953, passed away unexpectedly on January 22nd, 2026, at his home in Waukegan, IL.
Gary, a class of 1971 graduate from Waukegan East High School, worked at the Illinois Department of Transportation as a truck driver. Gary had a wonderful sense of humor and an infectious laugh that would...
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