Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Congdon in Zion, Illinois


Norman L. Gruber

Norman L. Gruber

November 10, 2021

Norman L. Gruber of Beach Park, Illinois passed away on November 10, 2021 at the age of 90. Norm was born on September 19, 1931 in Chicago Illinois to Engelbert and Emma Gruber. Norm followed in the footsteps of his father (Engelbert Gruber, a skilled sheet metal worker). He graduated Lane Tech High School and completed a Tool and Die...

Carol Ann Onstad

Carol Ann Onstad

November 10, 2021

Carol A Onstad, born December 25,1949, passed away peacefully in her home with her caregiver Debbie by her side. Carol is survived by her grandchildren Brittany (Josh) Newman, Courtney (Brent) Minton, and Ashley (Naomi) Minton. Great grandson, Colton Newman, Brothers and sisters, Clarence, Butch, Michael, Katie, and Louise, and many nieces and nephews. Carol was proceeded in death by her...

Christian M Samuels

Christian M Samuels

November 10, 2021

Lieutenant Christian M. Samuels, 32, of Beach Park, IL passed away on November 10, 2021. Chris or Samuels as he was known by was born February 25, 1989, in England. Chris was a member of Our Lady of Humility Catholic Church in Beach Park. He graduated from Zion-Benton High School. Chris was a lieutenant at the Beach Park Fire Department...

Pamela Paul

Pamela Paul

November 9, 2021

Pamela Paul, 78, of Zion, IL passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 9, 2021 at her home. Pamela was born November 13, 1942 in New York, NY to parents Richard and Audrey Mason. She was an avid animal lover and donated to PETA monthly. Pamela is survived by her children, Dawn Stevenson, Danny (Gay) Trepanier, Tommy (Natalie) Trepanier and David...

Julio Ignacio Garcia Alvarez

Julio Ignacio Garcia Alvarez

November 9, 2021

Julio Ignacio Garcia Alvarez 62, of Beach Park, IL passed away on November 9, 2021. He was born in Cuba on January 21, 1959 the son of Baldomero Garcia Fajardo and Ignacia Alvarez Carballeira. Julio studied college in Russia where he received a bachelors in computer Science before coming to the United States where he settled in Oak Park, IL...

Chester Kloet

Chester Kloet

November 7, 2021

Chester (“Chet”) Kloet, 89, of Kenosha, WI passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on November 7, 2021. Chet was born July 1, 1932 in Kenosha, WI. He was educated in the schools of Kenosha, WI. He married the love of his life, Patsy J. Russell, on October 29, 1955 and they were married for 65 years. She preceded him...

Eulalia Lugo

Eulalia Lugo

November 6, 2021

Eulalia Lugo 74, of Waukegan, IL passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her family on November 6,2021. Eulalia was born on September 10, 1947 in Arecibo Puerto Rico the daughter of Joaquin De Jesus and Antonia Rodriguez. She married the love of her life Samuel Lugo Reyes on July 8, 1967 in Puerto Rico. Eulalia came to the...

Patricia DiMarzio

Patricia DiMarzio

November 3, 2021

Patricia (nee Lux) DiMarzio, 86, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 3, 2021 at Hillcrest Nursing Center in Round Lake Beach, IL. Patricia was born August 18, 1935 in Waukegan, IL to George Sr. and Anastasia (nee Kliora) Lux. She worked for the Red Cross for many years and was a member of Sweet Adelines Choir. Patricia enjoyed ceramics, playing...

Robert "Bob" Grabnik

Robert "Bob" Grabnik

October 28, 2021

Robert A. Grabnik (Bob), of Winthrop Harbor, Illinois, passed away at Lakeview Hospital in Waterford, Wisconsin, surrounded by his family on Thursday, October 28, 2021 following an accident on September 6th. Bob was born in Chicago on July 18, 1947, the son of Anton and Ann Grabnik. He attended Avon Grade School, Grayslake High School, and received his Bachelor's Degree...

Joseph Brian Ianson Jr.

Joseph Brian Ianson Jr.

October 27, 2021

Joseph “Joe” Brian Ianson, Jr., 39, of Waukegan, passed away unexpectedly on October 27, 2021. He was born on February 25, 1982 in Waukegan, IL to Joseph and Donna (Robbins) Ianson. He graduated from Zion Benton Township High School, class of 2000, and went to college at SIU Carbondale. He was the oldest brother to Chad and Ashleigh Ianson. Joe...

Liberty Wilhelm

Liberty Wilhelm

October 26, 2021

Liberty (Bhet) Barcellano Wilhelm passed away on October 26 at the age of 52, after complications with previous medical issues. Liberty was born in San Jose, Malilipot, Albay, Philippines on January 15, 1969 to parents Leticia and Alberto Banares. Growing up she was a very intelligent and curious minded individual. She loved her family dearly and sought out ways to...

Jessica Nicole Rodgers

Jessica Nicole Rodgers

October 25, 2021

Jessica Nicole Rodgers 28, of Zion, IL passed away surrounded by her family on October 25, 2021 in Chicago, IL. She was born on June 14, 1993 in Maywood, IL the daughter of Daniel (Mary Louise Rohan) Rodgers. Jessica graduated from Zion Benton Township High School and was a member of New Season Community Church in Zion, IL. Jessica loved...

Charles Andrew Escobedo

Charles Andrew Escobedo

October 18, 2021

Charles Andrew Esobedo,69, of Beach Park, IL passed away at his home surrounded by his family on October 18, 2021. He was born on March 30, 1952 the son of Valentine (Mary Ann Zambrano) Escobedo. Charles graduated from Zion Benton High school before marrying his loving wife Carol November of 1985 in Waukegan,IL. After graduating high school he began working...

Mirna Arreguin-Maldonado

Mirna Arreguin-Maldonado

October 18, 2021

Mirna Arreguin- Maldonado 52, of Waukegan, IL passed away peacefully on October 18, 2021 surrounded by her family. She was born on June 1, 1969 in Guanajuato, Mexico the daughter of Juan Jose Arreguin and Gloria Maldonado. Mirna loved her family and devoted her time caring and attending to her husband Martin Montoya Contreras, children; Karen (Juan) Montoya, Anthony Montoya....

Donald L. Zumalt

Donald L. Zumalt

October 16, 2021

Donald L. Zumalt, 68, of Kenosha, Wisconsin, passed away on October 16, 2021. Don was born July 22, 1953 in Waukegan, IL to Carlene and Edgar Zumalt. He married Susan Martin on April 27, 1991 in Waukegan. Don was a graduate of the Zion-Benton Township High School class of 1972, he went on to CLC and IL State for firefighter...

Dennis Roy Martin

Dennis Roy Martin

October 15, 2021

Dennis Roy Martin,73, of Winthrop Harbor, IL passed away on October 15, 2021 surrounded by his family. He was born on March 6, 1948 in Bristol, Indiana the son of Doyle and Evelyn Martin. Dennis leaves behind his sisters, Judy (Marvin) Nunley of Alabama, Carol (John) Wensch of Winthrop Harbor, Janet Duncan of Winthrop Harbor. He was preceded in death...

Linda M. Smith

Linda M. Smith

October 14, 2021

Linda Smith, 74, of Beach Park, IL, passed away peacefully on October 14, 2021 at home surrounded by her family. Linda was born November 6, 1946 in Waukegan, IL to Lynyrd and Mary Ahern. She married William Poindexter in Waukegan in 1966, and then married John Smith in Kenosha WI. Linda was a graduate of ZBTHS and later worked for...

J. David Trimmer

J. David Trimmer

October 13, 2021

Jay David Trimmer, 62, of Pleasant Prairie, WI, passed away October 13, 2021. Dave was born March 8, 1959, in Peoria, IL. He moved to LaSalle, IL, then settled in Pleasant Prairie where he lived for 30 years. He married Carrie Neurohr on June 6, 1987 in Ottawa, IL. Dave graduated from Peoria High School and went on to ISU...

Reta Joan Muellemann

Reta Joan Muellemann

October 13, 2021

Reta Joan Muellemann, 63, of Kansasville, WI, passed away on October 13, 2021. Reta was born October 12, 1958 in Chicago, IL to Frederick Jr. and Sally Rickert. She was a graduate of Zion-Benton Township High School. Reta married Roger Muellemann on October 22, 1977 in Zion, IL and together they raised 2 children. She worked as a Librarian for...

Dianne Krueger

Dianne Krueger

October 13, 2021

Dianne Krueger, 82, of Winthrop Harbor, IL, passed away peacefully on October 13, 2021, at home surrounded by her family. Dianne was born August 12, 1939 in Eitzen, MN to Roy and Marcella Schoh. She married Donald Krueger on June 29, 1957 in Eitzen, MN. Dianne retired from Modine Manufacturing after 23 years as a computer operator. She was a...