OBITUARIES

Local obituaries for Cardinal Funeral & Cremation Services Ltd.

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Maria Dimopoulos

Maria Dimopoulos

Sep 1, 2025

Maria Dimopoulos of Elgin Illinois passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family September 1, 2025. Born October 12, 1964 in Greece to her loving parents Christos and Eleutheria Kantas. Beloved mother of Sofia Dimopoulos of Elgin. 

Maria was loved by many and will be greatly missed. Please join us in remembering Maria’s life and legacy Friday, September 5, 2025 at 10...

Shannon Bloznik

Shannon Bloznik

Aug 22, 2025

Shannon Katherine Louise Thompson Bloznik, age 71, of Fox River Grove, Illinois, passed away on August 22, 2025, at Good Shepherd Hospital in Barrington, Illinois, due to complications during surgery. She was born in Elgin, IL May 1, 1954, to Robert and Annie Thompson.

She is survived by her son, Robert (Rebecca) Van Pelt; her grandson, Owen Freeman; her brother, Tracey...

Jack C. Oberhart Jr.

Jack C. Oberhart Jr.

Aug 13, 2025

Jack C. Oberhart Jr. of Crystal Lake passed away peacefully surrounded by family August 13, 2025. Born November 22, 1950 in Chicago Illinois to the late Jack Sr. and late Mary Lu Oberhart. Beloved husband of Mary (nee Boza) Oberhart; loving father of Eric (Kirsten Rhude) Oberhart of Duluth MN; caring brother of Anne (Scott) Bieda of Arlington Heights, Michael (Ly...

Linda Fagan

Linda Fagan

Jul 3, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Linda Sue Fagan of Sleepy Hollow on July 3, 2025 at the age of 69. Our family is still in shock after watching her lose her battle to cancer, being diagnosed just one month earlier.

Linda was born on May 2, 1956 to Eugene and Marcia Wilkening. She spent her...

Herman Zeitler

Herman Zeitler

Jun 30, 2025

It is of great sadness that we announce the passing of Herman Zeitler, who departed this life on June 30th, 2025. He was born December 9, 1937, to Max and Dorothy (Stender) Zeitler, and was a devoted brother to William Zeitler and the late Alfred Zeitler.

Beloved husband of 63 years to Enid Zeitler; loving father of Mark (Donna) Zeitler, Thomas...

Philip C. Tyrpak

Philip C. Tyrpak

Jun 13, 2025

Philip C. Tyrpak of McHenry Illinois passed away suddenly June 13, 2025. Born October 16, 1946 in Chicago Illinois.  Beloved son of the late Michael G. and Julia C. (Gunia) Tyrpak; loving brother of Monica Tyrpak, David ( Suzanne) Tyrpak and Claudia (Daniel) Fay; caring uncle of Michael Scott Synan, Erik Mazurski, Callan, Hannah and Dylan (Kassiddi) Fay. Philip was a...

Michael DeLisle

Michael DeLisle

Jun 10, 2025

Michael V. DeLisle

April 26, 1946 – June 10, 2025

Michael V. DeLisle, age 79, of Woodstock, Illinois, passed away peacefully on the morning of June 10, 2025.

Mike was born in 1946 and went on to build a fulfilling life centered on family, hard work, and creativity.

On September 14, 1985, he married Susan (Dahl) DeLisle, with whom he shared nearly four decades...

Derek Richard Becker

Derek Richard Becker

Jun 5, 2025

Derek Richard Becker, 31, passed away unexpectedly June 5, 2025.  Born May 26, 1994 in Barrington IL to his beloved parents Arthur and Michele (nee Smith) Becker of Crystal Lake.  Derek also leaves behind his loving brother Joel Becker of Crystal Lake; devoted grandparents Jim and Sharon Smith of Rockford IL, Madeline (Robert)Gloss of Frankfort IL and Daniel Becker of...

Alberto Hernandez Santana

Alberto Hernandez Santana

May 13, 2025

Alberto Hernandez Santana of Crystal Lake passed away at home May 13, 2025.  Born on March 25, 1988 in Mexico to his loving parents Remberto and Ma. Belen. 

Please join us for a time of visitation Sunday May 18, 2025 from 4-9pm at Cardinal Funeral Home 7715 US Highway 14 Crystal Lake IL 60014.  Funeral Mass will be Monday May 19,...

Ida K. Martin

Ida K. Martin

May 4, 2025

Ida K. Martin, 94, of Crystal Lake passed away peacefully May 4, 2025. Born in Warsaw Illinois April 2, 1931 to the late Chris and Clara Knoche. Beloved wife of the late Glenn E. Martin; loving mother of Craig Martin, Gregory Martin, Shelley Tardiff and Sherri (Mike) Kelley; caring grandmother of Sean, Maegan and Kyle Kelley, Brian and Matt Tardiff,...

Gregory Rolewski

Gregory Rolewski

Apr 26, 2025

Greg Rolewski of Huntley passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on April 26, 2025. He was born to the late Dorothy and Hank Rolewski on October 10th, 1956 in Chicago. As a Chicago native, he truly loved his sports, his passion led him to play for several recreational teams in softball and hockey. He graduated from Crown High...

Shirley D. Hamilton

Shirley D. Hamilton

Apr 25, 2025

Shirley D. Hamilton passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family April 25, 2025. Born December 17, 1963 in Vardman Mississippi to Johnny and Rosie Hamilton. Beloved mother of Cordero (Stephanie) Luckett and Kenosha Thomas; loving grandmother of Aubrey Luckett, Nala Sims, Serena Sims and Iyanna Luckett; caring sister of Teresa (Roman) Hamilton, Victoria Anderson and John Hamilton.

If I...

Sandra Lynn Vourlos

Sandra Lynn Vourlos

Apr 13, 2025

Sandra Lynn Vourlos of Crystal Lake passed away peacefully on April 13th 2025 in Huntley IL with her loving family by her side. She was born in Chicago on Nov. 10th 1942. Loving and devoted mother of Bonnie Liedtke, Mark Liedtke, Tamra Liedtke, Marie Bunday and Todd Knizek; caring grandmother of Max Liedtke, Izzy Liedtke and Bailey Bunday; fond sister...

Denise Gibbons

Denise Gibbons

Apr 9, 2025

Denise Gibbons of Oregon IL passed away peacefully April 9, 2025 in McHenry IL. Born May 5, 1958 in Chicago IL to the late Walter and Mary (nee Marshall) Nappe. Beloved wife of the late Barri Gibbons; loving mother of Sheryl (Steve) Grimes; caring grandmother of Kennyth and Matthew Grimes; fond sister of the late Larry Nappe, Carol (Thomas) Gambrel...

Barbara Krich

Barbara Krich

Mar 26, 2025

Barbara J. Krich, of Crystal Lake passed away peacefully on March 26th 2025 at Journey Care Hospice in Barrington. She was born on September 18th 1933 in Elgin to Anna and Albert Kupitz. She married Elroy Krich and is survived by 3 daughters, Kathy (Al Hirsch) Cindy Strelcheck and Laurie Krich. Grandchildren, Ryan (Ashley) Strelcheck, Adam (Julie) Hirsch Great-grandchildren; Ayden,...

Jerry D. O’Rourke

Jerry D. O’Rourke

Feb 27, 2025

Jerry D. O’Rourke of McHenry Illinois passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family February 27, 2025 in Barrington Illinois. Born March 9, 1961 in Washington D. C. to the late Gerold and Waunita.  Beloved husband of 42 years of Agnes; loving father of Jennifer (Kent) Pleva; proud grandfather of Owen, Gwenyth, Ginger and Kane; caring brother of Kathleen and...

Leroy Epperson

Leroy Epperson

Jan 22, 2025

Leroy Epperson of McHenry passed away peacefully January 22, 2025 at Northwestern Hospital in McHenry.  Born  November 8, 1961 to Charles and Mary Epperson. Beloved father of Shauna D. Samayoa and the late Leroy S. Epperson; loving brother to the late Rita J. (William) Lameka, the late Kevin C. Epperson and the late Patrick W. (Anne) Epperson. 

He lived a quiet...

Dennis Bish

Dennis Bish

Jan 21, 2025

Dennis Bish of Crystal Lake passed away at home surrounded by his loving family January 21, 2025. Born October 28, 1947 in Hammond, Indiana. Beloved husband of the late Marilyn; loving father of Antony (Kelly) Bish, Crystal (Shawn) Morris, Tasha (Alfredo Jr.) Anis; proud grandfather of Shaylee, Madison, Kyle, Draeden, Alexander, Savannah, Asher, Hunter, Joey, Daimon (Nicole) and Malakai; caring...

Melanie Lynn Tucker

Melanie Lynn Tucker

Jan 1, 2025

Melanie Lynn Tucker, of Lake In The Hills passed away January 1, 2025.  Born April 24, 1971 in Elgin Illinois.

Melanie was the kind of person who loved deeply and unconditionally.  Her warmth made everyone feel like family, but it was her devotion to her daughter and best friend, Autumn that truly defined her.  There...

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