All Obituaries

Frances Marie Zbiegien, age 81, of Wauconda, IL, passed away on June 2, 2026. She was born April 12, 1945 in Chicago, IL. Visitation will be 5:00pm to 9:00pm, Wednesday, June 10, 2026, at Kahle-Moore Funeral Home, 403 Silver Lake Road, Cary, IL 60013. Mass will be at 11:00am, Thursday, June 11, 2026, at Ss. Peter & Paul Catholic Church, 410 N. First Street, Cary, IL 60013. Fr. Akin Simon will be officiating. Interment to follow at Maryhill Catholic Cemetery, 8600 N. Milwaukee Avenue, ...

Mark Leroy Wondriska, age 52, of Marengo, IL, was born January 8, 1974 in Elgin, IL, and passed away suddenly on May 25, 2026, leaving behind a lifetime of memories, laughter, and stories that will be remembered. Known for being the life of every party, Mark had a gift for making people laugh. His quick wit, sharp sense of humor, and signature sarcasm kept everyone on their toes and guaranteed there was never a dull moment when he was around. Mark approached life on his own terms and was ...

Michael E. Rogers passed away peacefully on May 21st, 2026, at his home in Cary, IL. Born in Peoria, IL on October 25, 1937, Michael's life was a tapestry woven with devotion to his family, a passion for learning, and a commitment to his community. Michael graduated from Marquette University in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. After a few stints at various companies, Michael began a long tenure working for A.G. Edwards & Sons for over 30 years. While in college, a group of friends set him up on a ...

Patricia Alice Krempel, age 82, of Crystal Lake, IL, passed away on May 17, 2026. She was born December 14, 1943 in Elkhorn, WI to her loving parents, George and Orma (née Walton) Greene. Patricia Krempel will be remembered as a kind and caring woman whose warm spirit and happy-go-lucky personality brought comfort and joy to those around her. A high school graduate, Patricia dedicated much of her life to caring for others through her work as a house cleaner and caregiver, always ...

Marie C. Pesek, age 85, of Cary, IL, passed away on May 15, 2026. She was born October 29, 1940 in Chicago, IL to her loving parents, Charles and Lillian (née Chmlek) Shramek. Marie graduated from Riverside Brookfield High School, Class of 1958, and continued her education at Mt. Sinai Nursing School, graduating in 1961. Marie went on to dedicate an incredible 53 years of her life to the nursing profession, caring for countless patients with kindness, skill, and a gentle heart. ...

Sharon Ann Davis Madigan, age 61, of Wauconda, IL, passed away on May 5, 2026. She was born April 3, 1965 in Oak Lawn, IL to her loving parents, Stephen and Marilyn (née Berger) Davis. On June 14, 2000, Sharon married the love of her life, Steven. Together they built a life filled with love, companionship, and treasured memories. Their bond was one of enduring partnership and deep affection. For more than 20 years, Sharon worked in Food Services at Good Shepherd Hospital, where her ...

Donald Edward Ridgway, a long-term resident of Cary, IL, passed away peacefully on May 5, 2026, at the age of 87. He was born on September 22, 1938 in Dayton, OH to his loving parents, Edward and Winifred (née Clark) Ridgway, and was married to his beloved wife, Mary Lou, on December 29, 1967. Don proudly served in the United States Navy.  He was retired from the Motorola company for whom he worked many years in both Florida and Illinois. Don was an avid golfer. He loved ...

Donna Helene Patterson, age 81, of Crystal Lake, IL, passed away on May 1, 2026. She was born October 10, 1944 in Chicago, IL to her loving parents, Henry and Christine (née Wilhelm) Veller. Donna built a life centered around connection and hard work. She worked as a secretary and as a bus driver, where her friendly spirit brightened the days of those she met along her routes. She also took pride in being the owner of Backyard Tan, a venture that reflected her dedication and ...

Joan Ella John, age 62, of Cary, IL, passed away on April 29, 2026. She was born May 18, 1963 in Marion, IL to her loving parents, John and Leona (née Throgmorton) Wallace. In 1979, Joan met the love of her life, Christopher, while working at Graftek Press. Their connection grew into a lasting partnership, and they were married in 1983. Together, they built a life filled with love and laughter. A year after their marriage, they welcomed twin sons, Chris and Matt, and six years later, ...

James “Jim” M. Coté, age 72, of Woodstock, IL, passed away on March 7, 2026. He was born November 25, 1953 in Oak Park, IL to his loving parents, Jim and Eleanore (née Morris) Coté. Jim graduated from Marian Central High School and spent most of his life in McHenry County, where he built many lasting friendships and connections. He especially enjoyed spending quiet time in nature. Fishing and photography were among his favorite pastimes, allowing him to ...