All Obituaries

Keith Solko, 68, of McHenry, died Saturday, September 22, 2018, at his home.  He was born January 19, 1950, in Chicago, to Henry and Virginia (nee Blasic) Solko.  During his high-school years, he earned the nickname “Fabulous Dog” or “Dog.” Keith enjoyed a 25-year career with Budweiser in Arlington Heights, where he retired as a supervisor.  He enjoyed loading the delivery trucks with all of the different kinds of beer—Ha, Ha.  Keith was a...

Mr. Floyd Pauley, 71, of Ingleside, passed away unexpectedly Monday, September 17, 2018.  His services will be private.

Nancy Lynn Kocher (nee Gast), 60, of Ingleside, passed away Thursday, September 13, 2018, at Centegra Hospital, McHenry.  She was born September 23, 1957, in Chicago, to the late Edward and Eileen (nee Carlson) Gast. Visitation will be Sunday, September 16, 2018, from 2-7 p.m., at Hamsher Lakeside Funerals and Cremations, 12 N. Pistakee Lake Rd., Fox Lake. The funeral service will be held at 10 a.m., Monday, September 17, 2018, at the funeral home.  Burial will follow in Memory...

Walter "J.R." Richard Lang, Jr., 39, of Ingleside, unexpectedly passed away Wednesday, September 12, 2018, at home. He was born September 21, 1978, in Waukegan, to Frances (nee Wiser) and the late Walter Richard Lang, Sr. Survivors include his mother, Frances; siblings, William, Ginger Coull, Ricky (Cindy), Gregory, Ted, and Joe; and nephew and nieces, Jared Coull and Jessica and Kylee Lang. He was preceded in death by his father, Walter, in 2017. A celebration of his life will...

Robert Paul Pischke, 81, of Fox Lake, passed away Thursday, September 6, 2018 at home. He was born March 18, 1937 in Pittsburgh, PA to the late Lawrence and Adortha (nee Kirsch) Pischke, Sr. Robert is survived by his two loving sons, Michael (Shannon) Pischke and Ryan (Holly) Pischke; five grandchildren who he loved an adored, Landyn, Rhylee, Kaylee, Rebekah, and Victoria; one brother, Lawrence (Lorraine) Pischke, Jr.; two nephews, Eric Pischke and Larry (Elaine) Pischke; two great...

John C. Carl, Jr., 61, of Spring Grove, passed away peacefully at home on September 5, 2018, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on January 17, 1957 in Chicago to the late John and Patricia (nee Ruane) Carl. On July 30, 1981 in Chicago, John married the love of his life, Donna M. Malik. John is survived by his wife of 37 years, Donna; daughter and son-in-law, Melissa (Brandon) De Vries; granddaughter, Abigail Hermes; sister, Susan J. Carl; sister-in-law, Linda (Joel) Ragland,...

Donald "Don" Guest, 71, of Ingleside, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 3, 2018 at home. He was born on February 22, 1947 in Chicago. Don graduated from Northwestern University with a Bachelor of Science in Biology, and became a professional photographer. Don and his wife, Marcia, lived, owned and operated a photography studio in Carpentersville, IL called “Don Guest Photography." He was proud of being commissioned to take the poster picture of the Blackhawks...

Barbara A. O'Neill, 79, of Johnsburg, passed away Sept. 1, 2018 at Journeycare Hospice in Barrington. She was born in Chicago on Aug. 17, 1939. In her early years she was a Den Leader for the Boy Scouts. Barbara was an artist, avid golfer and member of McHenry Country Club. She enjoyed boating and retired to Nokomis Florida where she volunteered much of her time and made many friends at the Inlets Community. Barbara enjoyed cooking and had a flare for interior decorating. A loving...

Rudy K. Muehle, 82, of Ingleside, passed away August 29, 2018 at Advocate Condell Medical Center in Libertyville. He was born June 16, 1936 in Chicago to the late Rudolf E. and Julia (Korntheuer) Muehle. Rudy was a US Navy Corpsmen Veteran, and an amazing chef. He is survived by his longtime friends, Bob Cada, Bill (Lynda) Hock, and Jan Valle. A graveside service will take place on Tuesday, September 4, 2018 at 10am at Grant Cemetery in Ingleside with Navy Military Honors (please meet at the...

Vincent J. Konwent, 78, of Fox Lake, formerly of Buffalo Grove and Wheeling, passed away Thursday, August 23, 2018, at Centegra Hospital, McHenry. Born September 8, 1939, in Chicago, to the late Vincent and Lucille (nee Kategian) Konwent, he married Bernice Sakowicz November 14, 1959, in Chicago. Vince was an avid car enthusiast, who was very proud of his 2003 Mustang GT convertible.  He was a career member of the Sheet Metal Workers’ Union Local 73.  Survivors include his...