Mar 27, 2026

Debra "Debbie" Watkins, 63 of Gurnee, IL, passed away on Friday, March 27, 2026 at her home. She was married to Carlos Carbajal for 36 years.

Debbie worked at Littelfuse for 22 years. She retired from Rust-Oleum with more than 22 years of service. Debbie enjoyed photography, camping, boating, watching television/movies and listening to music.

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Mar 26, 2026

Bernardino "Bernie" Piedra, 61, of Beach Park, IL, formerly of Waukegan, IL, passed away suddenly on March 26, 2026. His unexpected passing has left an immeasurable sadness in the hearts of all who knew and loved him.

Bernie was the heart of a large, close-knit, and loving family. He shared 42 wonderful years of marriage with his...

Feb 28, 2026

Loretta Carr, age 90 of Grayslake, IL, formerly of North Chicago and Gurnee, IL, passed away on Saturday, February 28, 2026, at Condell Hospital. She was married to the late Raymond Carr for 39 years until his passing in 2000.

Loretta graduated from Bradley University with a bachelor of arts degree and a master's degree in education....

Feb 22, 2026

John Kerpan, age 83, of Waukegan, passed away on Sunday, February 22, 2026, at StoryPoint Living Center in Libertyville. He was married to Elenore for 29 years until her passing. John was a graduate of North Chicago Community High School and served in the Marine Corps Reserves after graduation.

He dedicated over 35 years to the Department...

Feb 18, 2026

Michael Rompella, aged 79, of Waukegan, IL, passed away on February 18, 2026. He graduated from Waukegan High School in 1964. He attended University of Wisconsin Whitewater for college and played football there. Michael served his country in the Air Force during the Vietnam War as an airplane mechanic. He retired from Johnson Outboards, in Waukegan, IL.

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Feb 10, 2026

Michael A "Fitz" Fitzgerald, age 74, of Waukegan, IL, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Tuesday, February 10, 2026, at home. He is survived by his beloved wife of 52 years, Nancy, and their cherished 2 AM Staffs, Jimi and Bess. Michael's educational journey took him through Daniel Webster Elementary School, Spring Bluff and Westfield in Winthrop Harbor,...

Jan 29, 2026

Robert "Butch" Nicklas Larsen, 85, of Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin, formally from North Chicago, IL, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loved ones, on January 29, 2026. Butch was born on June 6, 1940, in Kenosha, Wisconsin, to Dorothy (Anderson) Larsen Welch and Nicklas Larsen. He attended North Chicago High School, where he played the Sousaphone in the school band...

Jan 24, 2026

Hillis Lambert, 85, of Mundelein IL, formerly of Lake Forest, IL passed away on Saturday, January 24, 2026. He was married to the late, Ina Mae Lambert for 55 years.

Hillis was an estate manager for over 40 years. Hillis liked gardening and enjoyed playing his guitar.

He is survived by his children, Don (Debbie)...

Jan 19, 2026

Donald Clark, age 85, of North Chicago, IL, passed away on Monday, January 19, 2026, at the Gurnee Place Memory Care. He was born in Shawneetown, IL. Donald was married to his loving wife, Barbara for 65 years.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Gurnee Salata Funeral Home.

Jan 16, 2026

Patricia Lopez, 74, of Waukegan, Illinois, passed away peacefully on January 16, 2026, with her family by her side.

Patricia loved to laugh and joke, bringing lightness and joy to those around her. She had a true gift for making people feel comfortable and cared for. Her quick wit and a playful sense of humor made time...