All Obituaries

Grace Marie Vogt, 93, of Grayslake, IL passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 14, 2024. She was born on September 26, 1930, in Chicago, IL to the late Joseph and Hazel (Arrand) Vogt. Grace earned a Masters Degree in English Literature from DePaul University, and taught for many years in grade schools up through community college. She was a longtime member of St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church in Gurnee, the RALC: Republican Assembly of Lake County, and a Pro-Life Republican.Grace is...

IN HONOR OF TROY, PLEASE VISIT THE TRIBUTE WALL, AND ENJOY THE VIDEO MEMORIAL. Troy Allen Blair, age 59 years, a longtime resident of Gurnee, IL, passed away on March 9, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on July 29, 1964, in Boonville, MO. On June 27, 1987, in Kenosha, WI, Troy married the love of his life, his best friend, Katherine Appelgren. Troy grew up in Overland Park, KS, and as a child enjoyed catching frogs and snakes and playing football and baseball. His father,...

Jonathan "Jon" Matthew Hedien, 26, went home to be with the Lord on March 3, 2024 surrounded by his family. He was born on October 18, 1997, in Muncie, Indiana. Jon is survived by his loving family, his parents, Jeffery and Mary (Brumfield) Hedien; sister and brother-in-law, Sarah (Graham) Bennett; two nephews, Matthew and Jackson Bennett; maternal grandmother, Sarah Brumfield; aunt, Lisa Hedien; uncles, Carlton (Brenda) Brumfield, John (Ronette) Brumfield, Daniel (Wanda) Brumfield, and...

~Robert “Bob’” Atkins~ “Strong Wolf” JUST FOR TODAY God, grant us the serenity to accept the things we cannot change, the courage to change the things we can and the wisdom to know the difference. Robert Michael Atkins, affectionately known as “Bob” or “Chicago Bob” was born on March 28, 1953 in Chicago, Illinois to Howard and Naomi Atkins.  He was the oldest of three children, His father, Howard, his mother Naomi and his...

Stephen "Steve" Gann, 63, of Gurnee, unexpectedly passed away February 20, 2024. He was born September 6, 1960, in Vina, Alabama. Steve is survived by his loving wife of 23 years, Lenore; his mother, Pauline; and many beloved family members and friends.  A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Interment is private. In lieu of flowers, the family asks you to consider making a donation to NAMI Northern Illinois, P.O. Box 6971, Rockford, Illinois 61125 or online at...

Sylvia Emily Johnson Tolstad passed away peacefully at the age of 90.  She is survived by her children Ellen (spouse Roy) and Tom as well as 3 grandchildren and one great grandchild.  Sylvia lived a long and full life.  She enjoyed gardening, swimming, dancing (of all kinds), skiing and bike riding.  She was active her entire life and was cycling and swimming regularly well into her late 80’s.  She was able to live independently all her many years. ...

Michael Scotte Van Lake, age 46, of Lake Villa, IL, passed away peacefully on February 11, 2024 surrounded by family and friends.  Mike was born on March 16, 1977 to Richard and Peggy Van Lake in Lake Forest, IL. After graduating from Warren Township High School in 1995, he went on to work for Procter & Gamble, kicking off a 26 year career in manufacturing.  Mike was a devoted father to his three children, Morgan, Chase and Kenzi. He shared his love of the outdoors with them...

Guadalupe A. Marin, 77, passed away January 25, 2024, in Libertyville. He was born November 30, 1946, in Mexico to the late Moises and Guadalupe Marin. He is survived by his loving family, his three children, Claudia (Darrin) Leith, Juan "Andy" Marin and Mariela (Kevin) Mathers; four grandchildren, Julia Leith, Jonathan Marin Soudan, Ryan Leith and Aidan Leith; and many brothers, sisters, nieces, nephews and friends. In addition to his parents, Guadalupe was preceded in death by...

Jeremy M. Point, 41, of Round Lake Beach, passed away January 18, 2024.Jeremy is survived by his daughter, Alana, who was the love of his life.Also, survived by his parents, James and Sheri Shields, many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.Preceded in death by his sister, Sheri “Sher Sher” Point.Jeremy loved spending time with his family and friends, music, enjoying life and fishing.The tales you told about each catch will live in our memories unmatched. As days pass here on earth, until...

Kenneth L. Wedge, 85, of Laurium, MI. passed away Wednesday, January 10, 2024 in Waukegan, IL.   He was born October 26, 1938 in Waukegan, IL. Ken grew up in Gurnee, IL, where he attended Gurnee Grade School and Warren Township High School, graduating in the class of 1956.  Following high school, Ken served honorably in the U.S. Army Reserves.  He then made his living as an electrical contractor (IBEW), and later as a licensed realtor and assessor in Michigan. In 1968,...