Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Congdon in Zion, Illinois


Jeraldine Ruth Burns

Jeraldine Ruth Burns

December 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

December 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

December 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...

Nick Davis

Nick Davis

December 4, 2018

Nick Davis, 37, of Lake Villa, IL passed away Tuesday, December 4, 2018.Nick was born in Waukegan, IL to Wendy Allbee and Richard Davis.  He was a graduate of Warren High School class of 1999.  Nick spent the last few years of his life working at the job he enjoyed the most, bartending.  Nicky was gregarious and loved talking to...

Robert Barron

Robert Barron

December 1, 2018

Robert “Bob” Barron, a life-long resident of Waukegan, IL, died unexpectedly on December 1, 2018 at the age of 63 in a tragic accident while returning home from a computer class in Waukegan.  He is at home with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.Bob is survived by his mother Ellen Barron of Waukegan; his sister, Joan (Tim) Glover of Zion,...

John Wilfred Bedford

John Wilfred Bedford

November 30, 2018

John Wilfred Bedford, 87, recently of Long Grove, IL and long-time resident of Winthrop Harbor, IL and Kenosha WI, passed away November 30, 2018 at Arboria of Long Grove after a long illness.John was born December 19, 1930 in Spooner, WI to Anna and Albert Bedford and attended school in Spooner before joining the U.S. Air Force.  He was initially...

Eleanor Karin Seegren

Eleanor Karin Seegren

November 29, 2018

Eleanor Karin (Stohl) Seegren, 89, passed away on November 29, 2018 at Vista East Hospital in Waukegan, Illinois.Born November 16, 1929 to Swedish parents in Chicago, she excelled in school and graduated from Roosevelt High School. During her first year attending Wright Junior College, she met Walter R. Seegren, her late husband of 58 years. While Wally was serving in...

Stephen "Louie" Brown

Stephen "Louie" Brown

November 29, 2018

Stephen “Louie” Brown, 63, of Kenosha, WI passed away on Thursday, November 29, 2018 at his home.Born September 4, 1955 in Waukegan, IL to Franklin and Jacqueline Brown he was also a resident of Zion, IL and Lakeland, FL.  He worked as a Journeyman Electrician, a member of IBEW 150, and a member of Our Saviors Lutheran Church in Zion,...

Gary Paul Narlock

Gary Paul Narlock

November 29, 2018

Gary Paul Narlock, 66, of Winthrop Harbor, IL passed away Thursday, November 29, 2018 in Waukegan, IL.Gary was born November 11, 1952 in Chicago, IL to George and Helen Narlock.  He was a previous resident of Largo, FL and a member of St. Patrick Church in Wadsworth, IL.  Gary enjoyed golfing, watching the Tampa Bay Lightning and spending time with...

Dennis M. Haley

Dennis M. Haley

November 28, 2018

Dennis M. Haley, 74, of Gurnee, IL passed away Wednesday, November 28, 2018 at his home.Dennis was born July 16, 1944 in Waukegan, IL to Emil and Irene Haley.  He was a prior resident of North Chicago, IL and Waukegan, IL where he attended Waukegan East High School and was a member of St. Dismas Church.  He was employed with...

Daniel Khalil Gomez

Daniel Khalil Gomez

November 28, 2018

Daniel Khalil Gomez precious baby boy of Emily Falkner and Daniel Gomez, was born into the arms of angels Wednesday November 28, 2018. Although Daniel never spent any time with us on earth, he was very loved and touched many lives. Our little angel will never be forgotten.In addition to his parents, Emily and Daniel, and big sisters, Nadia and...

Virginia Jamerson

Virginia Jamerson

November 27, 2018

Virginia Jamerson, 81, of Winthrop Harbor, IL, passed away November 27, 2018 at Advocate Condell Hospital in Libertyville, IL.She was born March 19, 1937 in Mantachie, MS. She was a lifelong member of Lakeview Church in Zion, IL. She ran and operated  J. W. Copen & Jamerson Excavation in Winthrop Harbor for many years.Virginia is survived by her children; Angie...

Erwin Kutschke

Erwin Kutschke

November 26, 2018

It is with great sadness that the family of Erwin Kutschke announces his passing on Monday, November 26, 2018, at the age of 82 years.  He was born July 5 1936 in Kreutzfeld, East Prussia, to Albert Kutschke and Anna Arendt Kutschke. He and his surviving family fled East Prussia and emigrated to West Germany after the end of WWII.  ...

Thomas Davison

Thomas Davison

November 25, 2018

Thomas J. Davison, 60, of Winthrop Harbor, IL passed away suddenly on Sunday, November 25, 2018 at his home.Thomas was born September 14, 1958 in Waukegan, IL to Thomas and Phyllis Davison.  He was a lifetime resident of Winthrop Harbor.  Thomas was very outgoing; he never met a stranger.  He had a huge heart and would give you the shirt...

Sydney Daniel Christophersen

Sydney Daniel Christophersen

November 24, 2018

Sydney Daniel Christophersen went to be with his Lord and Savior on Nov 24, 2018 at the age of 87 ½ years old. He was surrounded by his loving wife of 67 years, Irene, as she faithfully cared for his needs.Syd was born Feb 10, 1931 at home in Zion IL to the late Gertrude R (nee Butler) and Daniel...

Ellen Buntrock

Ellen Buntrock

November 24, 2018

Ellen Marjorie Buntrock (nee Schleter) entered heaven's gates at the age of 95 on November 24th, 2018.Ellen was born on December 9th,1922 to Emil and Edna Schleter in Zion, IL. She was the youngest of five children.She met her husband Paul David Julius Buntrock while they were both employed at US Steel Cyclone Fence. Paul and Ellen were united in...

Edward George Bukantis

Edward George Bukantis

November 22, 2018

Edward George Bukantis, 79, of Waukegan, IL, died November 22, 2018 in Zion, IL.Edward was born April 10, 1939 in Waukegan, IL.  He married Donna Franz on April 23, 1960.  Edward graduated from Waukegan Township High School in 1957.  He was a member of Our Lady of Humility Church in Beach Park.  Edward retired from American Can Company and later...

Emily Dill Johnson

Emily Dill Johnson

November 21, 2018

On Nov 21, Emily Dill Johnson passed away peacefully with her loving husband, Charles (Chuck)  by her side. She was reunited with her charismatic son, Brent, her adoring father, William, her sweet father and mother in-law, Jack and Charlotte, and many others who helped shape the strong, graceful, faithful, funny woman she was.Emily is also survived by her children and...

Celia Murphy

Celia Murphy

November 16, 2018

Celia Maggi Murphy, 102, of Beach Park, IL passed away peacefully on Friday, November 16, 2018. Celia was born on November 1st, 1916 in the historic mining town of Cherry IL.  She moved from Cherry IL to Highwood, IL and worked as a glass girl at Exmore Country Club.  She met the love of her life in Highwood.  His name...

Scott Stickel

Scott Stickel

November 15, 2018

Scott Stickel, 52, of Waukegan, IL passed away suddenly on Thursday, November 15, 2018 at Aurora Medical Center in Burlington, WI.Scott was born July 15, 1966 to Harry and Mary Ann Stickel in Waukegan, IL.  He was a 25 year resident of Zion before moving to Waukegan.  Scott graduated from Zion Benton High School, class of 1984 and was employed...