Obituaries
Recent Obituaries in Gurnee, Illinois
Ernesto Sio
Nov 9, 2024
Ernesto “Ernie” M. Sio, also known as “Tono” and “Patnubay”, 80, of Beach Park, IL passed away peacefully early on Saturday, November 9, 2024, at Advocate Condell Medical Center surrounded by his family’s love.
Ernesto was born on February 13, 1944, in Pagbilao, Philippines to the late Emilio and Enrica (Merto) Sio. He graduated from University of the East (Manila, Philippines)...
Kathleen Marie Vogelsang
Oct 23, 2024
Kathleen Marie Vogelsang, age 82, passed away peacefully on October 23, 2024. She is survived by her beloved husband of 59 years Richard Vogelsang; her loving son David (Patricia Bladow) Vogelsang; her cherished grandchildren Delaney (Alex) Rafael, Ben Vogelsang, Teagan Coomans, and Carly Vogelsang; her dear siblings Don (Michelle) Nykanen and Beatrice Kumpula; her dear former son-in-law Kenneth (Carrie) Coomans;...
Esther Miller
Oct 22, 2024
Esther Lee Williams Miller was born March 6, 1959 to the late Louis Williams, Sr. and Goldie (Allen) Williams in North Chicago, IL. Esther graduated from North Chicago High School. Esther moved to North Carolina in 1981 where she met and married Michael Miller, from that union they had one son, Joshua Miller. Esther moved back to North Chicago, IL...
Mary K. Schaab
Oct 20, 2024
Mary K Schaab, aged 79, passed away on October 20, 2024, in Kenosha, WI. Born on October 31, 1944, in Chicago IL, Mary lived a life marked by dedication to her community and an unwavering commitment to her faith.
Mary graduated from New Trier High School and furthered her education at UCLA. Her professional life included significant roles at Zion-Benton High...
Glenna Lainio
Oct 18, 2024
Glenna Lainio, age 98, passed away peacefully on October 18, 2024. She is survived by her loving son Gregg Louis (Sharon) Lainio of St. Charles; her 7 cherished grandchildren, her 10 precious great-grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends that will miss her dearly.
She is preceded in passing by her beloved husband Emil "Bud" Lainio, her loving daughter Jeri...
Gilfredo Rosado
Oct 16, 2024
Gilfredo Rosado, age 83, passed away peacefully on October 16, 2024. He is survived by his beloved wife Gladys Santana; his loving children Jose (Yolanda) Nieves, Carmen (Salomon) Lara, Nilda Nieves, Carlos Nieves, Gilfredo (Tammy) Rosado Jr., Jose (Leah) Rosado, Hiram (Rebecca) Rosado, and Angel (Katie) Rosado; his cherished grandchildren and great-grandchildren; his precious siblings Jamie Rosado and Juana Rosado;...
Freddie Lee Myers
Oct 11, 2024
Freddie Lee Myers Sr. passed away on October 11, 2024, at the age of 75, at Captain James Lovell Federal Health in North Chicago, Illinois. Born on January 9, 1949, Freddie graduated from Zion Benton High School and furthered his education at Shimer College.
Freddie dedicated over 36 years of service to the Great Lakes Naval Base, marking a distinguished career....
Lee W. Gordon
Oct 10, 2024
Lee Gordon, age 70, passed away peacefully on October 10, 2024. He is survived by his loving children LaJuan Gordon, Leidra Gordon Boothe, and Lee Brian Gordon; his precious grandchildren Emon Boothe and Cashmir Boothe; his dear siblings Nathaniel Gordon, Mary Ellison, and Eloise Plaines; his greatest caregivers niece Lanita Jones, great-nephew Marcus Rayfield, and great-niece Makalah Morrissette; and a...
Judith Ann Imler
Oct 2, 2024
Judith Ann Imler (Rizzo), a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, passed peacefully on October 2, 2024, in Libertyville, IL, at the age of 81. Born on December 3, 1942, in Erie, PA, Judy lived a life full of love, laughter, and cherished memories.
Born on December 3, 1942, in Erie, PA, Judy was welcomed into the world by...
Saundra D. Watkins
Oct 1, 2024
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, October 12, 2024 at 10:30 am in the chapel at Warren Funeral Home for Saundra D. Watkins, 73, who passed away on Tuesday, October 1, 2024 in Des Plaines, Illinois. Rev. Charles J. Ivy, Senior Pastor at Shiloh Baptist Church in Waukegan, IL will officiate the ceremony. Interment will be in Warren Cemetery.
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Raymond M. Karimu
Sep 29, 2024
Raymond Mudasiru Ajadi Karimu, age 78, passed away into the arms of our Lord on September 29, 2024. He is survived by his beloved wife of over 50 years Margaret Karimu nee Boye; his loving children Ajibola (Naomi) Karimu, Rashedi (Dinah) Karimu, Sylvia (Richard) Duncan, and Haruna (Evelyn) Karimu; his beautiful grandchildren Lois, Bernard, Prince, Elsie, A.J., Aliyah, Georgia, Raymond,...
Charles Norman Dubre
Sep 27, 2024
Retired U.S. Army Sergeant Major Charles Norman Dubre, age 84, passed away peacefully on September 27, 2024. He is survived by his loving children Rita Dubre, Monica (Klaus) Michel, and Linda (Ray) Rutter; his cherished grandchildren Simone (Stefan) Polzin, Christine (Maik) Brunner, Megan Conner, Jennifer (Kamyar) Favakeh, Rachael Franck, and Kyle (Allison) Franck; his precious great-grandchildren Chayenne Brunner, Cidney Brunner,...
Phyllis Marie Staples
Sep 23, 2024
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved sister, Phyllis Marie Staples, at her home on Monday, September 23, 2024 at the age of 72. She retired from CSX Railroad in 2012 where she held the position as Director of Train Operations. Phyllis was steadfast in her faith, in her love for family and friends,...
Elvira Hayes
Sep 19, 2024
Elvira Hayes, 60, went to be with our Lord on September 19, 2024. She is survived by her loving children Tiffany Bishop and Deonté Bishop (significant other Julia); her cherished granddaughter Nairobi Lopez-Bishop; her dear siblings James (Sharon) Monroe Lindsey, Regina Stewart, and William Craigen Jr.; her proud parents Sadie M. Stewart of Waukegan, IL and Monroe Hayes of Greenville,...
Violet Louise Staples
Sep 15, 2024
Violet L. Staples went home to be with our Lord on Sunday, September 15, 2024. She was born in Shawneetown, IL, and was a member of Wayman Chapel AME Church. She retired in 1987 from the Veterans Hospital in North Chicago, IL, after 30 years of service.
She is survived by her loving children Phyllis Staples, William (Debra) Staples lll, Yvonne...
Bonnie Jean Fraser
Sep 11, 2024
Bonnie Jean Fraser, 71, passed away peacefully on September 11, 2024. She is survived by her loving daughters Sheane Tara Perrine-Johnson and Keira Perrine; her cherished grandchildren Gia, Caelan, and Kyleigh; dear siblings Catherine (the late Jerry) Fraser Rouse, Heather (Donald) Fraser Buckley, and Robert (Sheryl) Fraser; and many relatives and friends that will miss her deeply.
She is preceded in...
Nancy S. Derby
Sep 11, 2024
Nancy Sue Derby, 67, of Grayslake, passed away on September 11th, 2024, in Libertyville. While our hearts mourn her loss, we find solace in knowing she is no longer suffering.
Nancy married Joe Derby on March 3, 1973, in Waukegan, celebrating 51 years together. Before retiring in 2016, she worked as a cake decorator at Jewel for 28 years. She even...
Saramma Thomas
Sep 6, 2024
Saramma Thomas was born on May 16, 1940, to Pattambalath Kuruvilla and Rachel Varughese in Ranni, Kerala, India. As the youngest of seven children, she was cherished by her siblings and family. She was married to Rev. Isaac Thomas, her husband of over 60 years.
Saramma worked as a Certified Nursing Assistant, a role she loved until her retirement in 2014....
Mechelle Hall
Sep 4, 2024
Mechelle Hall, 48, passed away on September 4, 2024. Born and raised in Lindenhurst, IL, Mechelle graduated from Grayslake Central High School in 1994. She is survived by her children Hailey, Anthony, Jesse, and stepdaughter Rylie Hall; her adoring mother Florine Madsen; her loving brother Chris (Liz) Madsen, and her dear nephews Briggs, Drake, and Trace Madsen. She is preceded...
Ardell Maatta
Aug 28, 2024
Ardell Maatta, passed away peacefully on August 28, 2024. He is survived by his beloved wife of 61 years Sharon Maatta nee Somppi; his loving son Marlin (Kim) Maatta; and his cherished grandchildren Abigail Maatta, Elizabeth Maatta, Timothy Wesolek, and Ashley Sewart.
He is preceded in passing by his proud parents Abraham and Ida Maatta, and his dear 8 siblings.
He will...
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