Obituaries

Joachim J.H. Briel

Joachim J.H. Briel

Apr 27, 2026

Joachim J. H. Briel (Joe), age 88, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of strength, service, craftsmanship and dedication to family and community. Born on June 9, 1937, in Hannover, Germany, his early life was marked by travel and resilience. As a young man, he lived in Toronto, Canada, and later in Australia, before returning by boat, traveling the...

Marie Camille Paxton

Marie Camille Paxton

Apr 24, 2026

Marie Camille (Shuck) Paxton, 79, of Sandwich IL, passed away on Friday, April 24, 2026 at Good Samaritan Hospital in Downers Grove, IL.

Marie was born in Sandwich to Raymond Harry Shuck and Sofia Gemma Pierannunzi on April 5, 1947. She graduated from Sandwich High School in 1965, and thoroughly enjoyed many friendships with her classmates. They continue to meet...

Martin "Gene" Enoch

Martin "Gene" Enoch

Apr 16, 2026

Martin “Gene” Enoch, of Aurora, Illinois, passed away surrounded by the love of his family, leaving behind a legacy defined by generosity, strength, and deep devotion to those he cherished most.

Born on August 26, 1956, in Indiana to Gerald “Bud” and Betty Enoch, Gene grew into a man whose life was rooted in hard work, compassion, and an unwavering love...

Kathryn Ann Probst-Czysz

Kathryn Ann Probst-Czysz

Apr 14, 2026

Kathryn Ann Probst-Czysz, 68, of Yorkville, IL passed away on April 14, 2026. Kathryn was born on April 16, 1957 in Aurora, IL to John and Marilyn (Schreiber) Probst. Kathryn was raised Catholic and graduated Rosary High School in 1975. She enjoyed doing crafts and reading.Kathryn is survived by her siblings, Connie (John) Thoms, Janet (Ron) Piel, Richard (June) Probst and...

Richard Louis Hodous

Richard Louis Hodous

Apr 10, 2026

Richard Louis Hodous, 89, of Sandwich, IL passed away on April 10, 2026. Richard was born on June 19, 1936 in Hinsdale, IL to Miles and Grace (Crosby) Hodous.Beloved husband to the late Carolyn (nee Dachenhaus) Hodous. Richard and Carolyn were united in marriage in 1967.Richard proudly carried on his father's legacy, taking over the family business, Hodous & Sons...

Leborn Curtis Jent Sr.

Leborn Curtis Jent Sr.

Apr 8, 2026

Leborn Curtis Jent, Jr., 81, of Plano, IL passed away on April 8, 2026. Curt was born on July 6, 1944 in Marion, IL to Leborn and Audrey (Russell) Jent Sr. Curt worked as a truck driver. He enjoyed listening to music, fishing and traveling to nowhere. He also enjoyed collecting old antique bottles and miniature cars.Curt is survived by...

Renene Sue Hendron

Renene Sue Hendron

Apr 8, 2026

Renene Sue (Schiradelly) Hendron of Sandwich, Illinois passed away on April 8th, 2026 in her home in Sandwich.Renene was born in Sandwich, Illinois to Earl and Margaret (Osborne) Schiradelly on June 5th, 1948. She went to school at Sandwich High School. She married Richard Hendron on June 29th, 1970 in Sandwich, Illinois. She graduated from the college of DuPage with...

Austin James Smith

Austin James Smith

Apr 4, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved son, Austin J. Smith who left us far too soon at the age of 32. He graduated from Naperville Central High School and embarked on various endeavors throughout his life. Most recently, he was working as an apprentice for bathroom remodeling and tile, as well as at...

David Alan Conklin

David Alan Conklin

Apr 4, 2026

The family of David Conklin, 79, of Sandwich, IL is saddened to announce his peaceful passing on April 4, 2026. Survivors are his wife, Carol, of 50 years; Children, Nick (Dawn) Conklin and Stacy (Brandon) Davis; 4 grandchildren; As well as 2 sisters, Marjean Myers of Ft. Myers, FL and Judy Poole of Concord, NC. He is preceded in death...

David Louis Hildenbrand

David Louis Hildenbrand

Apr 3, 2026

David L. Hildenbrand, age 63, passed away peacefully on April 3, 2026 at his residence in North Aurora, IL. He was born April 15, 1962 in Akron, OH to John and Hazel (Dunwoody) Hildenbrand.

Dave grew up in Chamblee, GA and Hudson, OH, graduated from Hudson High School and attended the University of Wisconsin-Madison. He was a mechanic by trade...

Richard G. Becker

Richard G. Becker

Mar 22, 2026

Richard G. Becker, 88, of Sandwich, IL passed away on March 22, 2026. Richard was born on May 28, 1937 in Aurora, IL to Edward and Gladys (Decelles) Becker. He graduated from West Aurora High School in 1955. After high school, he served in the U.S. Army where he was stationed in Hawaii. He married Marlene Kellett on October 8,...

Angela E. Paulus

Angela E. Paulus

Mar 16, 2026

Angela E. Paulus, 89, of Sandwich, IL, passed away peacefully on March 16, 2026. Angela was born on September 21, 1936, in Morris, IL, to John and Angel (Pfeffer) Kasten. She was their only daughter and grew up alongside her four brothers.

She married Robert “Bob” Paulus in 1964, and together they shared a lifelong love and partnership until his passing....

David Doherty

David Doherty

Mar 3, 2026

David Llewellyn Patrick Doherty, 86 of Sandwich, IL, passed away peacefully at home on March 3,2026.

David was born in Glendale, Ca to Margaret Inscho Doherty and Jack Doherty on March 28, 1939 and grew up in the Pasadena and Santa Barbara area. After serving in the U.S. Navy as a young adult, he spent his early adult life in San...

Peter Tomac

Peter Tomac

Mar 3, 2026

Peter Ned Tomac, born March 26, 1945, passed away peacefully on the morning of March 3, 2026, at home and surrounded by his loving family, after a courageous nine-month battle with cancer.

Peter was born to Peter J. Tomac and Delphine Lois Tomac and was raised alongside his brothers, Nicholas (Lois) Tomac and Joseph Tomac, in Joliet, Illinois. In 1968, Peter...

Robert C. Wright

Robert C. Wright

Feb 26, 2026

In Loving Memory of Robert Charles Wright

June 27, 1969 – February 26, 2026

Robert “Rob” Charles Wright, a man of quiet strength and unwavering devotion, completed his journey on February 26, 2026, at the age of 56. Surrounded by the family that was his world, Rob faced his courageous battle with cancer with the same steady resolve that defined his life.

Born...

Roberta C. Dettman

Roberta C. Dettman

Feb 25, 2026

Roberta (Bobbie) C. Reilly, Dunbar, Bergeson, Dettman, 92, of Somonauk, passed away on February 25, 2026 in Sandwich, IL. Roberta was born in Geneva, IL to Cecil Luke Reilly and Clara (Patterson) on August 20, 1933.

she went to school at Yorkville High School. she married Wallace Dunbar on August 18, 1950 in Yorkville. She worked at MetLife for many years,...

George W. Van Kampen

George W. Van Kampen

Feb 25, 2026

George William Van Kampen, of Sandwich, Illinois, passed away peacefully on February 25, 2026, at the age of 97— fourteen years after the passing of the love of his life, Rose (nee Wiersema).

Born on April 17, 1928, in Chicago, George lived a full and vibrant life marked by dedication to his family, a strong work ethic, and a wonderful sense...

Raymond A. Papeck Jr.

Raymond A. Papeck Jr.

Feb 19, 2026

On the evening of Thursday, February 19, 2026, Raymond Andrew Papeck Jr., 76 years old, had his final last call with his daughter by his side. Over the past four months he fought hard to overcome many medical challenges and wanted nothing more than to get stronger and back to his routine or program as he liked to call it....

Burdette "Burdie" L. Lundy

Burdette "Burdie" L. Lundy

Feb 16, 2026

Burdette “Burdie” Leo Lundy, 87, of Sandwich, Illinois, passed away Monday, February 16, 2026, at The Pavilion on Main in Sandwich.

Burdie was born on February 21, 1938, in Morris, Illinois, to Martin and Sedell (Olson) Lundy. He grew up on a farm north of Marseilles and graduated from Milton Pope Grade School in 1952. He later attended Newark High School.

Burdie...

Roger A. Kinney

Roger A. Kinney

Feb 15, 2026

Roger Alan Kinney of Ottawa, Illinois, passed away on Sunday, February 15, 2026, at the age of 74.

Roger was born on January 23, 1952, in Aurora, Illinois, to Emery Gene "Sandy" and Lorene “Sis” (Watson) Kinney. Raised in Leland, Illinois, he looked back fondly on his childhood, cherishing the memories of growing up alongside his brother and sister.

A tirelessly hard...