When Andrea “Andee” Weinberg-Chestnut, 67, died suddenly at home on December 12, 2023, we’re pretty sure her first words would’ve been, “Well, s—.” Because this joyful woman had a LOT of living left to do. More than anything, we know she never wanted to l…
Patrick John Palmer, 62, of Huntley, died peacefully on December 11, 2023. Patrick was born in Chicago on July 28, 1961, to parents Thomas and Jeannine (nee Whalen) Palmer. After meeting Cynthia Williams in high school, the couple married on October 5, 19…
Edward “Ted” Parker Neale died peacefully on Tuesday, December 12, in his home in Lake in the Hills, IL, under Hospice care, after a three-year fight with duodenal/lung cancer. He was born in Bridgeport, CT, on August 10, 1946, to parents H. Edward and Gr…
Ralph H. Belskis, 82, of Huntley, died peacefully on December 8, 2023, in Elgin. Ralph was born in Chicago on June 26, 1941, to parents John and June (nee Steinhaus) Belskis. He was a proud veteran of the United States Army. Ralph was a hard worker and co…
Bryce M. Simon, 16, of Gilberts, passed away December 8, 2023 Bryce was born on April 18, 2007 the son of Michael and Desiree Simon. He attended Hampshire High School. Bryce was larger than life, he was kind and protective of everyone he knew. He was a gr…
In Memoriam: James G. Dunn (1936-2023) It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of James G. Dunn, who departed this world peacefully at his home on December 7, 2023. Jim, as he was affectionately known, leaves behind a legacy of love, laughter…
Steven C. Ackmann, 63, of Hampshire, died December 6, 2023. Steven was born March 6, 1960, the son of David and Justine Ackmann. He worked as a boiler maker and a welder. He was an avid hunter and fisherman and loved hanging out with his two hunting dogs.…
Morgan Leon McLeland, 91, of Marengo, died peacefully at his home on December 2, 2023. He was born on October 4, 1932, the son of Eldred and Marjorie McLeland. He was born In Keosauqua, Iowa and grew up in Capitol Heights, Iowa with his younger brother Ja…
Mary Frances (nee Connery) Brennan, 95, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 5th, 2023. Mary Frances was born and raised in Chicago, Illinois. She attended St. Scholastica High School and graduated from Mundelein College in 1950. Mary Frances marri…