WAYNE D. HANGARTNER

April 24, 1932 — October 10. 2023

Wayne D. Hangartner, age 91, of Sugar Grove, IL, passed into eternity, supported by the abiding love and prayers of his family, Tuesday, October 10. 2023. He was born to Fred and Evelyn Hangartner in Clintonville, Wisconsin on April 24, 1932. He graduated from Clintonville High School with the Class of 1949 where he enjoyed playing football and dating the love of his life, Phyllis Kraut.  Phyllis was a Cheerleader and they were nominated Homecoming King and Queen!  The two Read More…

DAVID “Rocky” ROOD

August 12, 1963 — September 26, 2023

David “Rocky” Rood, age 60, of Elgin, owner of Country Donuts in Elgin, passed away, Tuesday, September 26, 2023. He was born August 12, 1963, in Elmhurst, IL, to loving parents, Theodore and Sandra Rood. David grew up in Itasca, IL, and attended local schools. He graduated from Lake Park High School. He entered the family business of donuts and worked alongside his father and sister making Country Donuts a favorite stop for many in the Elgin area. The original Read More…

IRENE “Reney” BUDZ *updated service information

December 26, 1958 — September 19, 2023

Irene “Reney” Budz, age 64, of Kankakee, passed away peacefully at her niece’s home on September 19, 2023, surrounded by the love and prayers of her family. She was a beloved wife of the late Jim Budz, devoted daughter, sister and sister-in-law, as well as the best aunt, great aunt and great-great aunt. Her beloved dog, Santo, was left in the care of her brother Jimmy.   She was born on December 26, 1958, in Evergreen Park, IL, to loving Read More…

DAREL “Joe” FOREST

October 8, 1935 — September 20, 2023

On September 20, 2023, Darel “Joe” Forest, 87, of Elburn, Illinois, formerly of Punta Gorda, Florida, passed away peacefully at home with his beloved wife of 58 years, Patricia Forest at his side. Joe was born on October 8th, 1935 in Melrose Park, Illinois. He served in the U.S. Army from ’58-’60 and was honorably discharged with the rank of Staff Sergeant. Joe worked as a Lithographer at Sleepeck Printing in Bellwood Illinois for over 30 years. He was predeceased Read More…

RICHARD “Dick” MATTHYS

September 19, 1941 — September 10, 2023

Richard “Dick” Joseph Peter Matthys, age 81, of Elburn, formerly of St. Charles, IL, passed away surrounded by the love and prayers of his family, Sunday, September 10, 2023, and now rests with his Lord and Savior. He was born September 19, 1941, in Geneva, IL, to loving parents, Peter and Martha Matthys. Dick grew up in St. Charles on Dean St. and attended local schools. He graduated from George E. Thompson High School with the class of 1959. Dick Read More…

DELORIS O’CONNELL

November 5, 1936 — September 12, 2023

Deloris O’Connell, age 86, of Kaneville, walked side by side with her Heavenly Father into everlasting life, Tuesday, September 12, 2023, supported by the love and prayers of her family. She was born in Lovilia, IA, on November 5, 1936, to proud parents, Charles and Dorothy James. Deloris grew up in Lovilia until the family moved to Elburn when she was 6 years old. She attended local schools and graduated from Madonna High School in Aurora, IL with the class Read More…

MARY A. JOHNSON

January 28, 1926 — September 6, 2023

Mary Ann Johnson, age 97, of Kaneville, walked with her Lord and Savior into eternity, September 6, 2023.She was born on January 28, 1926, in Aurora, IL, to proud and loving parents, Andrew and Mary (Berkes) Faber. Mary was the youngest of nine children and suffered the loss of her mother only three months after she was born. As was the case with many large families at the time, when the number of children exceeded the care they could hope Read More…

DAVE ROYER

June 16, 1946 — September 7, 2023

Dave Royer, age 77, of Elburn, passed away into the arms of his Savior, Thursday, September 7, 2023. He was born June 16, 1946, in Oak Park, IL, to proud and loving parents, Charles and Jeanne Royer. Dave grew up in Glen Ellyn, IL, and attended local schools. He graduated from Glenbard West High School with the class of 1965. Dave answered the call of his country and enlisted with the United States Army and was stationed in Germany. He Read More…

ANDREW LIPKIN

Andrew Lipkin, age 53 of Elburn, passed away unexpectedly, Tuesday, September 5, 2023. Gone too soon, Andrew lives on in the hearts of all who knew him. A legacy of memories are left to treasure so that his spirit can live on for generations. Arrangements include visitation Monday, September 11, 2023, from 2-4 p.m. with a remembrance service to follow at 4 p.m., at Conley Funeral Home, 116 W. Pierce St., Elburn, IL 60119. Private family burial will follow at Read More…

KARLA MARIE NASH

October 27, 1947 — September 2, 2023

Karla Marie Nash, age 75, passed away Saturday, September 2, 2023. After a courageous 18 year battle with Parkinson’s Disease and its relentless progression, Karla is finally at rest and no longer having her vitality slowly taken away.             Her last few years have been exceedingly difficult, most especially losing her love of cooking/baking and dancing to Rock and Roll was a blow that she found so very disappointing. After 37 years of living on their small farm in Sandwich, Read More…