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Stephen Eugene Burrow

Stephen Eugene Burrow

Jan 12, 2019

Stephen Eugene Burrow passed away January 12th, 2019. Preceded in death by his mother, Rosemary, loving son to Leland, devoted husband to Katherine, beloved father to Eric (Laurin) Burrow, Stephanie (Andrew) Crawford, and Jacqueline Stafford. Proud grandfatherof Emilee, Megan, Brett, Jason, Isabella, Alexzandra, and Jordan.Stephen will be fondly remembered by his siblings, Lynne (Brandi) Burrow, Mark Burrow, and Michelle (Roger)...

Theodore B. Bomkamp

Theodore B. Bomkamp

Jan 11, 2019

Theodore B. Bomkamp, 77, of Beach Park, IL passed away peacefully at home.Theodore was born April 1, 1941 in Waukegan, IL to Theodore and Clara Bomkamp.  On May 21, 1966 he married Joan Bradshaw at St. Anastasia Catholic Church in Waukegan, IL.  He was a member of Our Lady of Humility Church in Beach Park, IL and worked as a...

Virginia Louise Roberts

Virginia Louise Roberts

Jan 6, 2019

Virginia Louise Roberts departed this earthly life on Sunday, January 6, 2019.She was born on September 16, 1938 in Rienzi, Mississippi to Lee and Ola Essary.  Virginia and her husband, Julius, migrated north to find work; Julius at A.M.C. and Virginia at Warwick Industries in Zion.  After 8 years, she then worked at O.M.C. and finally bartended at The Doll...

Pearl Nielsen

Pearl Nielsen

Jan 6, 2019

Pearl Nielsen, 84, passed away peacefully on January 6, 2019 following a short illness. Pearl was born on January 31, 1934 in Zion, Illinois.Pearl was married for 64 years to Donald Nielsen who passed away in November of 2017, a loss she carried with her. “Grandma Pearl” was deeply loved by her son Richard (Diane) and daughter Sandy (Phil) Jensen ...

John Stanley McDaniel Jr.

John Stanley McDaniel Jr.

Jan 5, 2019

John Stanley McDaniel Jr., 43, of Chicago, IL, passed away on January 5, 2019.John was born October 5. 1975 in Waukegan, IL to Stan and Sally McDaniel. He is a graduate of Zion-Benton High School and attended  the College of Lake County and Truman College and worked as a Construction Laborer. He attended Lakeview Church in Zion, IL.John was on...

James Farmer

James Farmer

Jan 4, 2019

James Robert Farmer, 92, of Pleasant Prairie, WI, passed away on January 4, 2019.James was born January 15, 1926 in Flag Pond, TN.  He married Vivian Kelley on June 18, 1949 in Waukegan, IL.  He retired from AMC/Chrysler.  James served in World War II with the United States Army.Survivors include his children, Robert D. Farmer, Joel K. (Pamela) Farmer, Jamie...

Josephine C. Wolinski

Josephine C. Wolinski

Jan 2, 2019

Josephine Kreidich-Johnson Wolinski, 82, passed away peacefully on January 2, 2019.Josephine is survived by her children, Joseph (Denise) and Frank (Diana); grandchildren, Joseph, Dean, Tiffany, Christina and Stephanie; great-granddaughter, Aurora; 3 nieces; 5 nephews and many loving cousins.She was preceded in death by her husband, Frank and son, Martin.May her soul rest in peace with the Lord.Services will be private...

Margaret  Irene Kirby

Margaret Irene Kirby

Dec 30, 2018

Margaret Irene Kirby, 88, of Pleasant Prairie, WI passed away December 30, 2018 in Kenosha, WI.Margaret was born April 24, 1930 in Salem, WI to William and Lilly Schultz.  She attended High School in Salem, WI and was a prior resident of Waukegan and Gurnee, IL.  She was employed by Onwensia Country Club, Developmental Center in Waukegan, IL and Lambs...

Daniel Arthur Patt

Daniel Arthur Patt

Dec 26, 2018

Daniel Arthur Patt, born in Forest Lake, MN, on January 12th 1965 and recent resident of Zion, IL, passed away of unexpected heart complications early December 26th 2018. Preceded in death by his parents, James Anthony Patt and Mary Aline Patt, and brother-in-law Harold Bjostad. He is survived by siblings Mary Bjostad, Patrice (Paul) Sinclair, Cathy (Steve) Laue, Jim (Louise)...

Betty Ann Underwood

Betty Ann Underwood

Dec 26, 2018

Betty Ann (Chambers) Underwood went home to be with her heavenly father on December 26, 2018. Betty was born April 7, 1940 to Robert Lacy and Elizabeth Chambers in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.Betty attended  Evanston Public Schools.  She was united in holy matrimony to the late Norman Underwood, Sr. on December 27, 1956. To this union, four children were born - Norman,...

Russell Wayne Bloom

Russell Wayne Bloom

Dec 26, 2018

Russell “Wayne” Bloom, was born in the tenant house on his grandparents’ farm to Everett and Evelyn (Van Every) Bloom on February 28, 1929, outside of Hampton, Iowa.Wayne lost his mother at the age of 6, but got the best replacement possible; Edna (Folkerts); who added two sisters, Marilyn and Darlene, to the family. After he graduated from Hampton High...

Ervin Edward Uhlman

Ervin Edward Uhlman

Dec 24, 2018

Ervin Edward Uhlman Jr., 73, of Oak Creek, Wisconsin, passed away on December 24, 2018.Erv was born March 6, 1945 in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin. He was an avid member of St. Mark’s Lutheran Church in Waukegan, Illinois. He had his Masters Degree in Education and for 37 years he was an educator within the Kewaskum School District.He is survived by his...

Harriett Hiatt

Harriett Hiatt

Dec 19, 2018

Harriett began life as a (twin) daughter to Ralph and Eleanor Behrens into a family of four brothers, Gene, Richard, Harry (twin) and Ellie. As a farm girl she learned a strong work ethic which served her well throughout her life. She loved animals and as she became an adult with children she had no choice but to be a...

Marion Elizabeth Leonaitis

Marion Elizabeth Leonaitis

Dec 15, 2018

Marion Elizabeth Simon Leonaitis has joined her husband in eternal peace on December 15, 2018 after her brave battle with Parkinson’s disease and cancer.Marion was born June 12, 1922 to Joseph and Christina (Halfman) Simon in Stacyville, IA. She was educated in Stacyville graduating from Visitation Catholic school.  Marion then went on to complete nursing school at St. Joseph Mercy...

Zelma Horne

Zelma Horne

Dec 14, 2018

Zelma Horne, daughter of Phyllis and George Jones passed December 14th, 2018.There will be Vistation at St. Anastasia Church, 624 Douglas Ave., Waukegan, Illinois, on Wednesday, December 19th from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.  Mass Service will follow.Zelma (Collins) Horne is preceded in death by her Mother and Father, her husband Robert Horne, her daughter Margaret Horne, and her great...

Murldene M. Harnden

Murldene M. Harnden

Dec 14, 2018

Murldene Mae (Ehlers) Harnden, age 89, died Friday, December 14th, 2018. She was born December 15th, 1928 in Zion, IL to William and Inez Ehlers. Murldene worked at Highland Park Hospital, Victory Memorial Hospital, and VA Hospital in both North Chicago, IL and Seattle, WA from which she retired. She became one of Jehovah’s Witnesses in 1958 and remained faithful...

Joseph Patrick DeBennette

Joseph Patrick DeBennette

Dec 14, 2018

Joseph Patrick DeBennette, of Wadsworth, IL, passed away on December 14, 2018 at Lake Forest Hospital in Lake Forest, IL.He was born in Waukegan, IL on July 28, 1929. Joseph graduated high school and worked until retiring as a Business Agent through the Laborer’s Local Union #152. He was a longtime member of Our Lady of Humility Parish in Beach...

Jeraldine Ruth Burns

Jeraldine Ruth Burns

Dec 13, 2018

Jeraldine Ruth Burns, 83, of Winthrop Harbor, IL passed away peacefully Thursday, December 13, 2018 in Zion, IL.Jeraldine was born July 25, 1935 in White Lake, WI to Eugene and Adeline Mitchell. She was a lifelong resident of Winthrop Harbor, IL and graduated from Zion Benton Township High School in 1953.  She married Clarence R. Burns in Waukegan in 1957.  ...

Richard Leonowitz

Richard Leonowitz

Dec 6, 2018

Richard “Rick” Leonowitz Sr., 66, of Grayslake, IL, died suddenly and peacefully on December 6, 2018 while vacationing in the Caribbean.Rick was born May 6, 1952 in Waukegan, IL. He enjoyed sailing on his boat, riding his motorcycle, and taking cruise vacations.  He was an avid Chicago Bears fan and treasured spending time with his grandchildren.He is survived by his...

Gregory Lee Robinson

Gregory Lee Robinson

Dec 5, 2018

Gregory Lee Robinson, 67, of Winthrop Harbor, IL, died suddenly on December 5, 2018 at home, with his beloved dogs by his side.Greg was born October 25, 1951 in Waukegan, IL.  He married Donna Watson on May 27, 1972.  He was a Lake County Sheriff Deputy for 20 years, and spent the last 23 years as a Quality Supervisor at...

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