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Local Obituaries for Congdon in Zion, Illinois


Edward A.C. Streed

Edward A.C. Streed

May 28, 2018

Edward A.C. Streed, 90, of Waukegan, IL passed away peacefully on May 28, 2018.Edward was born in Waukegan, IL on May 17, 1928, the son of Edwin and Elizabeth Streed.  He attended Glen Flora Elementary School and Waukegan Township High School before earning his Bachelors and Masters Degrees in Civil Engineering from the University of Illinois.  In 1957, Edward married...

Maudellyn Tompoles

Maudellyn Tompoles

May 27, 2018

Maudellyn (Sweetwood) Tompoles, 99, entered into eternal life peacefully on May 27, 2018, in the comfort of her home. Though she didn’t quite reach her goal of living to 100, she lived a long and abundant life. She was born Dec. 26, 1918 to H.E. and Mary Ellen Sweetwood in Monroe, Wisconsin. She married the love of her life Gordon...

Antonette Ida Gamberale

Antonette Ida Gamberale

May 27, 2018

Antonette Ida Gamberale (nee Lentine), age 100, of Zion, IL, died May 27, 2018 in Algoma, WI.Antonette was born August 25, 1917 in Waukegan, IL to Joseph and Pauline Lentine.  She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great-grandmother and aunt, and was a dear friend to many.  She was the best Italian cook and cookie baker, we will truly...

Robert "Bob" Stockwell

Robert "Bob" Stockwell

May 26, 2018

Robert “Bob” StockwellBorn November 09, 1957Died May 26, 2018Bob died surrounded by his loving wife, daughter and close family.Bob was born in Zion Illinois to Mary and Stanley Stockwell and graduated from Zion Benton High School in 1976.Bob was a truck driver before a sudden illness forced him into early retirement.Bob was known for his “Bob-isms” we so lovingly called...

Dorothy Putwen

Dorothy Putwen

May 25, 2018

Dorothy F. Putwen (nee Miseska), 91, of Zion passed on May 25, 2018.She was born in Chicago, and lived her last 47 years in Zion.  Dorothy suffered from many complications with her health. She is now at peace with our Lord.Dorothy is the beloved mother of Cindy (Jeff Zielinski) Stollings, Michael (Christine) and Patrick (Erin); devoted grandmother of Will (Andrea),...

Luella M. Parks

Luella M. Parks

May 22, 2018

Lu Parks, 89, passed away at her home in Winthrop Harbor on Tuesday, May 22, 2018.She leaves behind her husband of 70 years, Edward T. Parks, two daughters Linda B. Eng and Deborah L. Korb, son-in-law Brendan R. Korb, four grandchildren, four great-grandchildren and Kitty Parks – the family cat.She was preceded in death by her son, Jon Loring Parks,...

F. Kristine Buhnerkemper

F. Kristine Buhnerkemper

May 20, 2018

F. Kristine Buhnerkemper, 65, of Waukegan, IL passed away suddenly on May 20, 2018.Kristine was born on June 20, 1952 in Waukegan, IL to Richard and Laura (nee Warthen) Kutzler.  She attended Waukegan schools, graduating in 1970.  On October 4, 1975, she married Maurice Buhnerkemper at Saint Bartholomew Church in Waukegan.  Kristine was employed as an Executive Assistant with KIX...

Barbara Jane Reid

Barbara Jane Reid

May 19, 2018

Barbara J. Reid, age 94, of Zion, IL, formerly of Oak Lawn, IL, passed away on Saturday May 19, 2018 at her sons home, surrounded by her loving family.She was born in Chicago, IL on March 1, 1924, the daughter of the late John Huemann and Helen Levak. She was educated in the schools of Chicago and later attended the...

Nancy L. Svete

Nancy L. Svete

May 18, 2018

Nancy L. Davison Svete, age 87, of Beach Park, IL, passed away on May 18, 2018 at her residence.She was born in Highland Park, IL on February 22, 1931, the daughter of the late William Davison and Mildred Gerken. Nancy attended Glen Flora Grade School, class 1945 and was a graduate of Waukegan High School in June of 1949.On November...

Bernard A. Farnham

Bernard A. Farnham

May 16, 2018

Bernard A. Farnham, age 83, of Winthrop Harbor, IL, passed away on Wednesday,  May 16, 2018 at his residence, with his family beside him.He was born in Rochelle, IL on May 4, 1935, the son of the late Bernard R. Farnham and Alda Cote.Bernard attended St. Nazinaz Seminary in St. Nazianz, WI and later attended St. Procopius in Lisle, IL.  ...

Ryan Michael Armitage

Ryan Michael Armitage

May 14, 2018

Ryan Michael Armitage, 32, passed into the presence of our Lord Jesus Christ peacefully, surrounded by his wife and parents on May 14, 2018. He was a beloved husband, son, brother, cousin, and friend.Ryan was born June 25, 1985, to his loving parents, Michael and Margaret Armitage.  He grew up with a fun younger brother, and many cousins who were...

William Friend

William Friend

May 13, 2018

William (Bill) Friend, 95, died Sunday, May 13, 2018 at The Addison in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin.  He was born May 8, 1923 at home on West 26th Street in Zion. Bill graduated from Zion Benton High School in 1943.Bill was inducted into the Army on June 12th, 1943, he transferred to the Army Air Force and trained in electronics and...

Norma Jean Jensen

Norma Jean Jensen

May 13, 2018

Norma Jean Jensen (nee Liebert), 81, of Waukegan, IL was born on June 3, 1936 to Rudolph and Anna Liebert, and entered into eternal rest on Sunday, May 13, 2018 after a long, courageous battle with cancer.In addition to her husband of 25 years, Wayne Childers, she was also predeceased by her son Richard Jensen; brother Bill Liebert; and son-in-law...

Violet Edith Tjader

Violet Edith Tjader

May 8, 2018

Violet Edith Tjader (nee) Falk, 82, of Winthrop Harbor, IL, passed away on May 8, 2018 at Froedtert South Campus, Kenosha, WI, surrounded by her husband and family.She was born April 4, 1936 in Zion, IL, to Elmer and Louise Falk. Throughout her childhood, she attended Bradford High School in Kenosha, WI, and Zion-Benton Township High School in Zion, IL....

Roger Warren Melton

Roger Warren Melton

May 7, 2018

Roger Warren Melton, 89, of Waukegan, passed away May 7, 2018 at Rolling Hills Manor.He was born August 3, 1928.  He was a Graduate of the University of Arizona - College of Engineering. Roger was a World War II Veteran and throughout his career in the US Army, he was stationed in Yokohama, Japan.  On May 8, 2004, Roger married...

James Davis

James Davis

May 5, 2018

James Harley Davis, 81, of Winthrop Harbor, IL passed away peacefully in his home on Saturday, May 5, 2018.He leaves behind the love of his life for the last 61 years, Betty; children, Susan (Michael) Bernardy and Mark (Tracey) Davis; six grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren.A private memorial service will be held to honor his life.  In lieu of flowers, the...

Evelyn M. Haas

Evelyn M. Haas

May 4, 2018

Evelyn M. Haas (nee) Harlow, 93 of Waukegan, IL, passed peacefully into the arms of God May 4th, 2018, with her children by her side.She is survived by two sons, Randy H. Haas and Gary C. Haas of Waukegan, IL, 1 daughter Carol A. VanTreeck of Antioch, IL, a step sister Colleen (Henry) Johnson of Jefferson City, TN, nieces Kathryn...

Lloyd A. Nelson

Lloyd A. Nelson

May 1, 2018

Lloyd A. Nelson, age 65, of Beach Park, Il, passed away on May 1, 2018 at his residence, surrounded by his wife and family.He was born on October 8,1952 in Chicago, IL, the son of the late Dave Byrd and Estelle Nelson.  Lloyd served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War.  He was employed for Ann Kiley Developmental Center...

Michael John Diamond

Michael John Diamond

Apr 30, 2018

Michael John Diamond, 25, born March 22, 1993, beloved son, brother, godchild, nephew, cousin and friend to many passed away on April 30, 2018.Michael John was the spirit of life, always smiling, laughing and bringing smiles and laughter to others.  He enjoyed life and his life was cut short.  A life long member of Immanuel Lutheran Church, Michael graduated from...

Doris J. Schultz

Doris J. Schultz

Apr 28, 2018

Doris J Schultz, age 84, of Wadsworth, Illinois died peacefully with her family at her side on April 28, 2018 in Waukegan, IL. Doris was born in Kenosha, Wisconsin and resided in Wadsworth for most of her adult life. She was of the first generation in her family to be born in America as her parents emigrated from Germany in...

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