Freda A.C. Behm
Feb 19, 2026
Freda Amanda Cobb Behm of Grayslake, Illinois, passed away peacefully on February 19, 2026, surrounded by her daughters.
Freda was born on July 26, 1951 in Fayetteville, North Carolina. She grew up on a farm in Lumber Bridge, North Carolina, received a bachelors in Zoology from The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and an MBA from DePaul University. She...
Bruce S. Pessin
Feb 16, 2026
Bruce Sherwin Pessin
May 30, 1951 – February 16, 2026
Bruce was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend. Those who knew him will remember not only what he did, but how he made them feel. Friends, coworkers, and family spoke of his kindness, integrity, and the comfort of knowing he was someone they could always lean on. He was particularly known...
Jennifer Row-Zureikat
Feb 13, 2026
Jennifer Row-Zureikat passed away peacefully at the age of 71 on Friday, February 13, 2026. She left this world surrounded by family, concluding a life marked by resilience, intuition, and quiet determination.
Jennifer was born on September 21, 1954, in London, Ontario, Canada, to Marion (Wass) and Albert “Bill” Row. She grew up alongside her older sister, Sherry, and younger brother,...
Ana N. Roque
Jan 24, 2026
Ana Nilda Roque, lovingly known as Titi, Nilda, Yaya, and Grandma, passed away peacefully on January 24, 2026, in Highland Park, Illinois, at the age of 82, after a courageous battle with lung and bone cancer.
Born on May 15, 1943, in Ponce, Puerto Rico, Ana was the cherished daughter of Rafaela Roque Santini and Enrique Camilo Roque, both of whom...
Richard A. Letizia
Jan 12, 2026
Richard Alan Letizia, age 66, known to everyone as Rick, was born on July 8, 1959, in Syracuse, New York and passed away on January 12, 2026 in Long Grove, Illinois.
He is survived by his beloved wife, Brenda A. Perkovich nee Feldman, and his stepsons, Kyle and Evan Perkovich, whom he loved and supported as his own. He is also...
Raymond George Arff, Jr.
Jan 6, 2026
Raymond George Arff Jr., age 71, of Ingleside, Illinois was born August 12, 1954, passed away January 6, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, strength, and devotion to his family. A beloved father, grandfather, and friend, Raymond’s life was defined by the care he showed others and the steady presence he provided to those he loved.
Raymond was the proud...
John A. Bakke
Jan 3, 2026
John A. Bakke, age 89, of Vernon Hills, Illinois, passed away on January 3, 2026. Throughout his life, John was known for his warm personality, which endeared him to all who had the pleasure of knowing him. He will be remembered for his kind heart, strong work ethic, sense of humor, and his deep love for his family and friends.
As...
Brian A. Brezinski
Dec 21, 2025
Brian A. Brezinski, age 44, of Joliet, Illinois, passed away on December 21, 2025. He will be remembered for his kind heart, strong work ethic, sense of humor, and his deep love for his family and friends. He graduated from Lincoln-Way Central High School, New Lenox, IL in 1999. He was a Journeyman for Local 130 Plumbers Union. He enjoyed...
Robert W. Lempinen
Dec 11, 2025
Robert W. Lempinen, who rose from an entry-level position in the beer distribution business to lead a major Chicago-area distribution company, died on Dec. 11, 2025. He was 91.
After a career spanning four decades, Bob retired in 1996 as president of Euclid Beverage in St. Charles, Illinois. In that role, he led Euclid through a period of sustained growth and...
Lorraine D. Schroeder
Nov 18, 2025
Lorraine D. Schroeder, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 18, 2025, in Buffalo Grove, IL. An avid singer, Lorraine was most certainly singing along in her head to her favorite music right up until the end. Just recently celebrating her 86th birthday, Lorraine's warmth and generous heart touched all who were fortunate enough to know her.
Born on November 11, 1939,...
Gregory A. Veprinsky
Oct 12, 2025
Gregory A. Veprinsky, a devoted husband, loving father, proud grandfather, and man of vibrant wit, passed away on October 12, 2025 in Barrington, IL, at the age of 67. He was born on May 5, 1958 in Moscow, Russia, the son of the late Arkadi and the late Lilia Veprinsky.
Gregory was the beloved husband of Yelena Veprinsky for over 46...
Lana Leskov
Sep 12, 2025
With heavy hearts and deep love, we share the passing of Lana Leskov, age 64, who passed away on the night of September 12th, 2025 after a courageous eight-year battle with cancer.
She faced her illness with unwavering grace, strength, and dignity, never allowing it to take away her joy, hope, or the boundless love she gave to everyone around her....
张丽丽 - Lili Zhang
Sep 2, 2025
张丽丽，享年63岁，于2025年9月2日安详地在睡梦中离世。她深受家人的爱戴，她的离 去在我们心中留下了永远无法填补的空缺。她一生快乐地生活，充满幽默、优雅，并对家 人和朋友满怀爱意。她曾勇敢地与胶质母细胞瘤抗争，虽然过早地离开了我们，但我们相 信未来在天堂还会再次团聚。
丽丽于1961年9月30日出生于中国上海，是父亲张培德和母亲李蓉最小的孩子，也是他们 唯一的女儿。她有两位哥哥张申和张晓明。她在上海长大，毕业于上海外国语大学，获得 英语学位。1981年至1991年期间，她在中国电信上海分公司担任会计。她于1987年结识 丈夫甘建，并于1988年3月22日结婚。1990年女儿甘梦出生，一年内她和丈夫先后移居 美国密歇根州。直到1995年，全家才在密歇根州团聚。
她于1996年毕业于密歇根州Ann Arbor的Cleary College，获得会计学学士学位。2000年 全家搬到华盛顿州的Richland，最终于2002年定居爱达荷州的Idaho Falls。2006年起，她在Dome Technology公司担任会计，直至2024年底被诊断出胶质母细胞瘤。2025年初，她和丈夫搬到芝加哥与女儿团聚，并于伊利诺伊州芝加哥郊区的Vernon Hills去世。
她热爱生活。她喜欢做中国菜、购物、社交和旅行。无论距离多远，她总有时间与朋友聊 天，并喜欢欢笑。她孝顺父母并以为人母为荣，家庭对她而言是最重要的。同样地，她也 是我们家庭的中心，她的存在将被深深怀念。亲爱的母亲、妻子，愿您安息。根据她的遗愿，她将被火化并安葬于一个景观优雅， 便于瞻仰的骨灰安置所，她将永远 活在我们的心里。追悼会的具体安排将稍后公布，待细节确认后通知。
Lili Zhang, 63, passed peacefully in her sleep on September 2nd, 2025. She was deeply loved by her family and there will be a hole left forever in our hearts for her. She lived her life joyfully, with humor and grace and love...
Freda May Mcpherson
Aug 23, 2025
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Freda May McPherson nee Smith, who died peacefully on August 23, 2025, at the age of 92, in Libertyville, Illinois. Freda was a resident of Round Lake Heights, Illinois.
Born in Lampard Clarendon, Jamaica, on August 24, 1933, to Aubrey Cameron and Gwendolyn Smith, Freda embodied the warmth and...
Marilyn Steinweg
Jul 27, 2025
Marilyn Steinweg passed away peacefully on July 27, 2025. She was born on July 24, 1929, in Chicago, IL, to her loving parents, Edward and Anna Rosenberg. She was preceded in death by the love of her life, Walter Steinweg, who she married on December 21, 1957.
Marilyn is survived by her loving children, Russell Steinweg, Barbara (Frank) Mondia, and Edward...
Susanna Uys Coetzee
Jul 2, 2025
God called home Susanna Uys Coetzee on Wednesday, July 2, 2025. Born on September 9, 1942 in Potchefstroom, South Africa, Susanna was the oldest of four daughters born to Catherine Robertson Uys and Cornelis Janse Uys. She grew up on a merino sheep farm near Bethal, attending boarding school and returning home on weekends to develop her equestrian skills.
An accomplished...
Donald Harlan Bever
May 11, 2025
Donald Harlen BeverNovember 16, 1931 – May 11, 2025
Donald Harlen Bever, age 93, passed away on May 11, 2025. Born in Lake City, Michigan, he was the surviving youngest of six children.
In March 1951, Don married the love of his life, Elva (née Anderson). They shared 65 wonderful years of marriage until her passing in 2016. Together, they raised their...
Blakely Gurgul
May 7, 2025
In Loving Memory of Blakely GurgulOur Beloved Daughter, Sister, and FriendAugust 8, 2014 – May 7, 2025
With broken hearts and immeasurable sorrow, we announce the passing of our beloved daughter, Blakely Gurgul, who left this world far too soon at the age of 10.
From the moment she was born, Blakely defied the odds. Diagnosed with Noonan Syndrome, she faced her...
Sophia N. Saravelas
Apr 19, 2025
Presbytera Sophia N. Saravelas, 86 years young of Boston, passed beautifully with family at her home in Illinois on April 19, 2025.
Beloved wife of the late Father Kyriakos. Beloved Aunt to her nephew Dean (Wendy) Nickols, Niece to Cleopatra (the late John) Bruce, Joanne (the late Keith) Haeffele. Being laid to rest alongside family, she was Adored by her parents...
Jeremy R. Jacobsen
Apr 8, 2025
Jeremy R. Jacobsen, 51, of Marseilles, IL was peacefully called home surrounded by his loved ones on April 8, 2025. Jeremy was a devoted husband, dad, son, brother, grandson, nephew, son-in-law, brother-in-law, uncle, godfather, cousin and friend to many.
Jeremy was born in Waukon, IA to Don Jacobsen and Kathleen (Jacobsen) Kocher on April 4, 1974. Jeremy is survived by his...