Obituaries

Recent Obituaries in Gurnee, Illinois

Tomas Perez Sanchez

Tomas Perez Sanchez

Jan 6, 2023

 

Tomas Perez Sanchez, 86, of Gurnee, IL died on Friday, January 6, 2023, with his loving family by his side.

Tomas was born in Victoria, TX on February 17, 1936. He met and married his wife of 62-years Tomasa Esparza Sanchez in Houston, TX in 1955. They relocated to Illinois and have been residents of Gurnee for 65 years.

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Ronald Guy Haley, Jr.

Ronald Guy Haley, Jr.

Jan 6, 2023

 

Ronald G.  Haley of Forest Park passed away January 6th in Belvidere, IL.  He was born in Bethesda, Maryland to Ertta Reilio Halley and Ronald Guy Hailey, Sr.    Ronald had a successful electronics career designing oscilloscope and sonar technology.  Additionally, he enjoyed rebuilding cars in his free time.

He is survived by his sister Christine Haley Marquis and nephew...

James Monroe Qualls, Jr.

James Monroe Qualls, Jr.

Jan 4, 2023

 

James (Jim), 75 of Zion, Illinois, passed away on Wednesday, January 04, 2023 at Vista East Hospital.

He was born on October 24, 1947 in Chicago, Illinois to James M. Qualls Sr. and Jean Ilene Qualls. On January 10, 1967,  James M. Qualls Jr. married the love of his life, Clarice Victoria Qualls.

In 1966, Jim enlisted in the...

Kathleen Ann Riha

Kathleen Ann Riha

Dec 28, 2022

 

Kathleen Ann Riha “Kathy”, 64, of Gurnee Illinois, passed away peacefully in her sleep on December 28, 2022. 

 

Kathy was born on February 19, 1958 to Helen Marie Doherty (Hanson) and Francis Edward Doherty in Chicago, Illinois. Kathy graduated from Alvernia High School in 1976. 

 

Kathy is survived by her loving husband of 41 years, Raymond Riha...

Walter Lee Hood

Walter Lee Hood

Dec 27, 2022

 



Walter Lee Hood, 82 passed away on December 27, 2022 at Highland Park Hospital.

He was a longtime resident on North Chicago, IL. Walter was born on September 10, 1940 in Munford, Tennessee to the late James and Mary (Weaver) Hood.

Walter attended Ellis Jr High located in Munford Tennessee until he enters the workforce to help support...

Joseph M. Gearica

Joseph M. Gearica

Dec 27, 2022

 

Joseph Miles Gearica, 68, passed away at his home on Tuesday, December 27th with family at his side.  He was preceded in death by his parents John J Gearica and Carole Ann Gearica (nee Milstreich), his grandmothers Frieda Milstreich (nee Powels) and Mary Gearica.  He was greeted in heaven by his son, Mark Joseph Gearica and in laws Hugh...

Michael Angelo Foster

Michael Angelo Foster

Dec 26, 2022

Michael A. Foster ,Michael departed his earthly home on December 26, 2022 at 67. He was Born in Russellville, AL on December 22,1955 to his mother Irene Stepter, and Father Bill Foster. Michael was full of life. He graduated from S.I.U Carbondale in Carbondale, IL in which he graduated with a BA in Industrial technology. He also attended the County...

Alvin 'Joe' Eugene Perkins

Alvin 'Joe' Eugene Perkins

Dec 13, 2022

 

Alvin 'Joe' Eugene Perkins, 71, passed away on Tuesday, December 13, 2022.

A resident of Gurnee, Illinois, he was born on May 18, 1951 in Florence, Alabama to the late Jones and Odessa Perkins.

Remaining to cherish their love story, a loving and devoted wife, Sandra Stanley Perkins; Treasured children Dr’s Ashley Settles and Allison Settles and Pastor and...

Mary Jo Cavanaugh

Mary Jo Cavanaugh

Dec 8, 2022

Mary Jo Cavanaugh, 65, of Antioch, IL passed away December 8th, 2022 and transitioned with herfamily by her side.Mary Jo was born to the late Mary and Joseph, “Bud” O’Neill in Park Ridge, IL in 1957. She married and is survived by the love of her life, Mark Cavanaugh, for over 40 years. In their early marriage years, they resided...

Arabella Eclevia

Arabella Eclevia

Dec 1, 2022

 

Arabella Rosalie Eclevia, age 61, of Vernon Hills, Illinois went to be with her Lord on December 1, 2022.

She was born on December 6, 1960 at her family home in Manilla, Philippines.

The things that made Arabella the happiest was spending time with family.

Visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. on Monday, December...

Patrick Hung

Patrick Hung

Nov 27, 2022

 

Patrick Hung, 84, of Gurnee passed away Sunday, November 27th, 2022 at Vista Medical Center.  He was born July 31st, 1938 in Taipei, Taiwan.  He married Linda Hung (nee Mercer) on August 6, 1977 in Glenview, IL.

 

He is survived by daughters, Kelly Hung and Holly Hung; grandson, Gabriel Farris; granddaughters Evelyn and Juniper Peczalski;  brother, Glen (MeiChang) Hung...

Adrienne Lei Vogt

Adrienne Lei Vogt

Nov 26, 2022

 

Adrienne L Vogt (Boehm) 83 passed away peacefully Saturday November 26,2022 at Vista Hospital surrounded by her family in her last days.

She was born in North Chicago on January 19,1939, the daughter of the late Fred & Ruth Boehm (Ames) Adrienne graduated from North Chicago High School in 1956. She met her future husband Richard L. Vogt and...

Richard E. Sidinger

Richard E. Sidinger

Nov 22, 2022

 

Richard Eugene Sidinger – dedicated husband, father, grandfather, and friend – passed away at home in Gurnee, IL on Tuesday, November 22, 2022, after a long battle with Alzheimer’s.

Rick was born to William Purn Sidinger, Sr and Mary Elizabeth Walbourn in Salem, OH on October 7, 1946.  He graduated from Salem Senior High School in 1964 before enlisting...

Carmen Gonzalez

Carmen Gonzalez

Nov 20, 2022

 

Carmen Gonzalez of Zion IL, passed away on Sunday, November 20, 2022. 

 

She was born on January 11, 1948 in Cayey, Puerto Rico to Celestino Gonzalez and Marcelina Berrios. 

 

Throughout life Carmen enjoyed spending time with her family and going to church.

 

Carmen Gonzalez is survived by her children Irene Ayala, Jose M. Ayala Jr and...

Anthony P. Gabriel, Jr.

Anthony P. Gabriel, Jr.

Nov 14, 2022

 

On Monday November 14, 2022, Anthony Gabriel a beloved husband passed away at his home at 78 years old. He was born to Anthony and Mary Gabriel. Tony graduated from Fairleigh Dickinson University with a master’s degree and went on to be an engineer, a field he pursued for 53 years.

Tony relished his role as a mentor. He...

Gary Hooker

Gary Hooker

Oct 29, 2022

Gary M Hooker,  age 55, of Lake in the Hills, Illinois passed away suddenly at his home on October 29th 2022.

He was born on October 29, 1967 in Chicago, Illinois to Robert (Bob) and Barbara, nee Ingersoll, Hooker,

After graduating from university he worked in the food service industry and worked his up, lastly becoming...

James Felton

James Felton

Oct 27, 2022

James Jesse Felton, age 60, of Wauconda Illinois passed away peacefully on October 27th, 2022, in Cary, Illinois at the home of his son and was surrounded with love by his family.

He was born to Barbara Joyce Felton on March 10th, 1962, in Waukegan, Illinois. James was a hard worker his entire life and a Jack...

Glenn Solum

Glenn Solum

Oct 26, 2022

“It’s not what you take when you leave this world behind you, it’s what you leave behind you when you’re gone”

Glenn E. Solum Glenn “Papa” Everett Solum (91) was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, on June 25, 1931. He joined the love of his life, Adelyne, in heaven on October 26, 2022. They celebrated 65 years of...

Barbara Berney

Barbara Berney

Oct 23, 2022

Barbara Ann Berney

Berney, Barbara, 83 of McDonough, GA left our world to be with the Lord on October 23, 2022.  She was born November 6, 1938, in Kansas City, Mo to George and Esther Hanks (Peterson).

Barbara graduated from Waukegan Township High School Class of 1956 and attended Bowling Green State University.  Following school,...

Terry Powell

Terry Powell

Oct 11, 2022

Terry Powell, 74, passed away on Tuesday, October 11, 2022.

He was born on January 22, 1948, in Racine WI to Troy and Ruth (nee Burkhardt) Powell.  On September 2, 1967, Terry married the love of his life, Jeanette Threadgill.

Throughout his life Terry enjoyed being an experienced machinist, working in the yard, watching Hummingbirds...