All Obituaries

 Bill Barker lived a life that could’ve filled a novel. He was born in Cathcart, Scotland, a wee bit outside of Glasgow, to an English mother and a Scotsman. He endured the deprivations of World War II and talked his way into a job at a local farm at the tender age of nine. His initial “interview” was conducted from atop a large hay bale, tamping down the haystack while staying just clear of jousting pitchfork tines. He spent many summers and weekends at the farm while...

Thomas Milton Cullen, 59 of Morton Grove, passed away Tuesday April 2, 2024 at the Evanston Hospital. He was born Monday December 28, 1964 in Chicago, the son of Thomas and Teresa, nee Cheape. Brother of Mary Schwid of Rochester NY. Interment private. Arrangements entrusted to Evanston Funeral & Cremation, Roland F. Weis director. Info 847 866-8843, condolence and guestbook at evanstonfuneral.com

Thomas Francis Kenny, III, 81 of Evanston, passed away Saturday March 30, 2024 at Three Crowns Park in Evanston. Beloved husband of Mary M. Kenny. He was born Tuesday July 14, 1942 in Fulton New York, the son of Thomas F. Jr and Catherine, nee Conley. He served in the US Army 1964-1966. Additional obituary information is pending. Private interment. Arrangements entrusted to Evanston Funeral & Cremation, Roland F. Weis director. Info 847 866-8843, condolence and guestbook at...

William Benjamin Woolf, 96 of Evanston, passed away Wednesday March 13, 2024 at his home. Beloved husband for 57 years of the late Francesca, who passed away August 15, 2010. Additional obituary information is pending. Interment private. Arrangements entrusted to Evanston Funeral & Cremation, Roland F. Weis director. Info 847 866-8843, condolence and guestbook at evanstonfuneral.com

We are devastated to announce the loss of our beloved Andrew Eric Krafft who passed away March 6, 2024. Loving husband of Celine Shukis Krafft and proud father of Eric Vyto Krafft. Adored brother of Stephen Krafft (Nancy,) Katie Hallenborg (Ralph,) Ellen Shaker (Tim,) Mindy Krafft (Mark Caras,) Laura Krafft, and David Krafft. Doting and involved uncle to thirty-one nieces and nephews. From as soon as he could dream it, Andrew wanted to fly planes and he reached this goal with aplomb. After...

Louise B. Stranglen, 98 of Wilmette, passed away Monday February 19, 2024 at her home. She was born Tuesday June 2, 1925 in Keokuk Iowa, the daughter of Harry Thomas Baxter and Bertha Sarah Baxter, nee Walters. Beloved wife of the late Ernest Andrew Stranglen, Jr, who passed away February 20, 2010. Loving mother of Andrew Thomas Stranglen and Sarah A. Stranglen, both of Wilmette. Private interment at Trinity United Methodist Church, Wilmette. Arrangements entrusted to Evanston Funeral &...

Randall Scott Laue, 69 of Evanston, passed away Monday February 5, 2024 at his home. Retired letter carrier for the United States Postal Service, stationed in Evanston. He was born Monday March 15, 1954 in Hinsdale Illinois, the son of Donald William Laue and Shirlee Anne Laue, nee Cox. He is survived by his sister Pamela Busch and brother, Rick. Interment private. Arrangements entrusted to Evanston Funeral & Cremation, Roland F. Weis director. Info 847 866-8843, condolence and guestbook...

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Joseph Tollat Zegar, a cherished son, brother, grand-son, cousin, nephew, and uncle. Born on July 22, 1987, in the vibrant city of Chicago, Joseph's journey through life was marked by an unwavering passion for his family and an enduring love for the performing arts. A proud graduate of Glenwood Academy, Joe not only excelled academically but also formed deep connections with those around him. His bond with his sister, Michele,...

It is with a heavy heart that I inform you of Sue Darring’s passing on the morning of January 23, 2024. Our friend and colleague Sue died at her home. Her son Marcus found her soon after, as he planned to take her to a doctor's appointment. Susan (Sue) Darring, CPP, was a trailblazer and thought leader in the U.S. payroll industry. Sue was one of the founding members of PayrollOrg, formerly the American Payroll Association. She became a Director in 1990, President in 1998, and...

Alicia Elizalde, 79 of Morton Grove, passed away Wednesday December 27, 2023 at Dobson Plaza Nursing in Evanston. She was born Sunday February 6, 1944 in Mexico, the daughter of Fernando Lopez and Ramona Reyes. She is survived by her daughter Magda Fong of Morton Grove and Marisa Elizalde of Chicago. Interment private. Arrangements entrusted to Evanston Funeral & Cremation, Roland F. Weis director. Info 847 866-8843, condolence and guestbook at evanstonfuneral.com