Davenport Family Funeral Home

Thomas Charles Schweinzger, 94, passed away peacefully on August 6, 2024, at The Fountains of Crystal Lake, Illinois. He was born on July 5, 1930, in Niles, Michigan, to Walter Lewis and Dorothy Rachel (Baker) Schweinzger. Thomas married Barbara Ellen Rice on December 27, 1953 - they were married for 68 years prior to Barbara's passing in December 2022. Tom attended Niles High School and then enlisted in the US Army in 1948 where he was stationed at Camp Hood (then called Fort Hood and now Fort Cavazos) in Texas and rose to the rank of Second Lieutenant. Tom attended Michigan Technological University graduating with a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering. Tom spent most...

Joe Wayne Denny of Jackson Hole, WY passed away May 28, 2024 in Elk Grove Village. He was born June 10, 1947 in Hopedale, IL to Berchel and Doris Denny. Joe is survived by his loving wife of 31 years, Patricia (Breslin); children, Kaitlyn Inez, Joseph Cormick, Matthew (Lillian) Denny, and Meaghan Christine (Edgar) Cortes; grandchildren, Liam and Emmarose Denny, and Laila and Annabelle Cortes; brother, Jerry (Linda) Denny; and many beloved Breslin in-laws, nieces, nephews, and extended family. He was preceded in death by his parents. Visitation will be from 10am until the Mass of Christian Burial at 11am Friday May 31 at St. Anne Catholic Community, 120 N. Ela Street, Barrington. ...

Anne Lovell Sebastyan, 82, of Hoffman Estates, passed away Wednesday, February 7th. Born June 30, 1941, she was preceded in death by parents J. Rudolph and Frances Lovell of Frederick, Maryland. She is survived by her husband of 52 years, Charles J. Sebastyan; children: Anne (Joel) Kirchner, Mary (Eric) Lattas, Charles J. (Katie) Sebastyan, and John Sebastyan; grandchildren: Kayla, Brendan, Jackson, Logan, Jessica, and Kelly; brother, John R. (Johanna) Lovell; and Nieces and nephews. Her children and grandchildren were the "highlights of her life". Visitation will be from 4-7pm Wednesday February 14 at Davenport Funeral Home, 149 W. Main St. (Lake Cook Road) Barrington. Mass of Christian...

William (Bill) Gapp passed away peacefully at 87 years of age into the arms of Jesus on Sunday, December 17, 2023, in Barrington, IL, surrounded by his three children. He was born October 24, 1936, in Chicago to William and Estella Gapp. He graduated from Lane Tech High School and served as the editor-in-chief of the Lane Tech Daily Newspaper. He then moved on to Northwestern University and graduated with a BS and MS in Industrial Engineering along with an MBA. Bill served his country through the United States Navy in the Pentagon, the Office of Naval Intelligence, and onboard the U.S.S. Midway. He worked in his dad's company at Diversified Metal Products, Inc. throughout his childhood and...

Eric Collins passed away December 14, 2023, in Madison, WI surrounded by his loving family. He was born December 18, 1961, in Bloomington, IL to Russell and Dorothy Collins. Eric grew up in Russell Springs, KY and proudly served in the United States Navy. Eric is survived by his wife, Marilyn Mitchell; sisters, Teresa Milligan, Lisa Lancaster, Carla Wheatley, and Rhonda Orman; stepchildren, William (Nichole) West, Lyndsay West, Jason West, Jessica (Joe) Fabal, and Olivia Cucco; and grandchildren, Liam, Keighan, Javian, Richard, Hayden, Zoe, and Clara. He was preceded in death by his parents and his first wife, Beverly. Visitation will be from 9am until the funeral service at 12pm...

Gerald "Jerry" Briick passed away peacefully January 13, 2023. He was born June 4, 1937 in Joliet, the son of Margaret (Dockendorf) and Eugene Briick. Jerry was the beloved husband of 59 years to Terry (Fischer) and together they created a family filled with love and togetherness. Jerry's greatest source of pride was his family. He is survived by his wife, Terry; daughters, Patricia (David) Chamerski, and Robin (Michael) Fletcher; and sons, Jason and Andrew (Kathleen Boksa) Briick. He was an immensely proud grandfather to his grandchildren, Megan, Wayne, Courtney, Lily, Samantha, Dustin, Steven, Ashley, Alex, Paige, Joshua, Annel, Ethan, Devin, Riley, Drew, Olivia, Alaina, Tori, Kaela,...

In memory of Carol Stomberg, it is with great sadness that we announce her passing on December 21st at the age of 82. Carol was born on October 31, 1940 in Galesburg, Illinois, to John Maynard Swanson and Bernice Wilfong Swanson. She grew up in Galesburg and rural Knoxville, Illinois, and graduated from Knoxville High School before attending Illinois State University. Carol is survived by her two sons, Jeff (Jenny) Stomberg and Mike (Stephanie) Stomberg; her brother, Ron (Mary) Swanson, of Galesburg, Illinois; and her sister, Sherrie (Bruce) Gray, of Woodstock, Georgia. She also leaves behind six grandchildren: Allison Stomberg, Jessica Stomberg, Olivia Stomberg, Cole Stomberg, Alex...

Barbara Ellen Schweinzger, 89, passed away peacefully on December 12, 2022, at JourneyCare Hospice in Barrington, Illinois, surrounded by her family. She was born on August 12, 1933, in Niles, Michigan, to Charles and Hazel (Kaiser) Rice. Barbara married Thomas Schweinzger on December 27, 1953, and they were excited to be celebrating their upcoming 69th wedding anniversary. Barbara spent many years working for the Niles School System, was a member of the Niles Elks Club, played on local golf and bowling leagues, and was a volunteer at Pawating Hospital. After retirement, she enjoyed her home on Big Fish Lake in Marcellus, Michigan, where Barbara continued to play on the local golf league,...

James Surdick, Crystal Lake, IL, passed away unexpectedly at his home at the age of 72, on November 25, 2022. He was born in Watertown, WI to John and Mabel (nee Budewitz) Surdick on November 25, 1950. Jim married the former Joyce Altenburg on April 18, 1970, at Chapel of St. Michael the Arch Angel in Millington, TN. After high school, Jim joined the Navy and served for four years. He was employed in the retail business for over 25 years. Jim found his true calling as a Social Worker at Fair Oaks Health Care Center. There he was not only an advocate for his residents, but he was a reliable source of joy and laughter for coworkers, families, and visitors. In his in younger years, he found...

John M. Pateros, 94 of Barrington and formerly of Chicago, was born on September 22, 1927 and passed away on October 18, 2021. John was the devoted husband of Emily (nee Rezetko) for 70 years; beloved father of David (Ann), Susan, Martin (Gail), Diane, Christine, and Andrea (Brad); loving grandfather of Nicholas (Heather), Benjamin (Katie), Jillian, Leah, Scott (Sarah), Kyle (Jaclyn), Alexa (Kash), Alaina, Andrew and William; and great-grandfather, uncle, cousin and friend of many. John was a prolific artist and his art will live on. Services will beheld privately for family. Arrangements were entrusted to Davenport Family Funeral Home and Crematory, Lake Zurich, IL. For information and to...

Mary Linda Nolker, nee Bennington, 80, of Woodstock, IL, passed away peacefully on July 27, 2020, following a lingering illness. Born February 6, 1940, Linda grew up in Harbor Springs MI before moving to California after nursing school. There she met Navy pilot Douglas Nolker, who fell in love at first sight but waited until the second date to propose. Always a mystery, she kept her acceptance secret for two years before moving effortlessly into the role of wife and mother. Physician's Desk Reference in hand, she tended to friends and family alike, traveling weeks at a time to nurse a sick relative. A prolific quilter, Linda's legacy includes stacks of award-winning quilts handmade over...