Colonial Funeral Home & Crematory

Richard R. Rozner, II, age 62, of Wonder Lake, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Wednesday, January 1, 2020. Rick was born June 8, 1957, in Bellwood, the son of Richard R. Sr and June (nee Besinger) Rozner. Rick worked for many years in sales. He enjoyed cars, skiing, cooking, deep sea fishing, snorkeling and scuba diving. He loved traveling and spending time in the Bahamas, and especially enjoyed sharing a good knock-knock joke. More than anything in this world, Rick loved spending time with his loving son Ricky, who was his pride and joy. Rick will be sadly missed by all who knew him. Rick is survived by his loving son, Richard R. "Ricky" Rozner, III; sisters, Lisa (Daniel)...

Carol A. Beth, age 70, passed away peacefully on December 26, 2019 with her loving family by her side. She was born on October 18, 1949 in Evanston IL, a daughter of Richard and Ruth Sauck. Carol was a devoted wife, loving mother and Gigi "Gorgeous Grandma" to her beloved grandchildren. Carol is survived by her children Stephanie (Ron) Heinberg of Marengo IL, Todd (Nicole) Beth of Pleasant Prairie, WI, Britt (Brett) Zick of Rochelle, IL, Chad (Bridget) Beth of Lake Geneva, WI, and Matt (Elizabeth) Heinke of Delafield, WI; her grandchildren Taylor, Blake and Grant Heinberg, Nickolas and Mallory Beth, Nolan Zick, Liam and Olivia Beth, Michael and Tommy Heinke; her siblings Eileen Mizerk...

Robert J. Klaas, age 81, passed away on Monday, December 16, 2019, surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Chicago, on February 13, 1938, the son of Frank Henry and Virginia (Virtue) Klaas. On April 4, 1964, he married the love of his life, (the late) Virginia M. Klaas, in Lincolnwood, IL. Bob served in the Marine Corp from 1957-1963. He was a Marine for life! Semper Fi. He grew up in Sauganash and attended Queen of All Saints during grammar school, Loyola Academy High School and Loyola University during college. Bob loved the Cubs his entire life and was their biggest fan! He also loved the Chicago Bears. He worked many jobs throughout his life which included Jewel, Charter House,...

Dolores "Carol" Bolger, age 91, of McHenry, passed away at her home Thursday evening, December 12, 2019, surrounded by her loving family. Carol was born July 16, 1928, in Chicago. Carol enjoyed summers in McHenry where she met her future husband. On October 1, 1949, Carol married William J. Bolger in St. Patrick's Catholic Church in McHenry. After receiving her teaching degree in Chicago, Carol went on to receive her Master's Degree at Northern Illinois University. Carol taught in the McHenry School System for over 30 years before her retirement. Carol was very active in her community and was instrumental in the planning of the McHenry River Walk. Carol enjoyed attending theatre...

Jean T. Hahndorf, age 97, of McHenry passed away peacefully on November 30, 2019 at home surrounded by her loving family. She was born on May 6, 1922 in Chicago, the daughter of Andrew and Helen Laciak. She married her late husband Richard L. Hahndorf on April 13, 1947 and they spent 54 wonderful years together. Jean was a longtime member of St. Patrick Catholic Church in McHenry. She is survived by her children Richard D. (Diane) Hahndorf, Nancy (Terry) Countryman and Kevin Hahndorf; her grandchildren; Richard Jr., Michael (Sherri), and Jason Hahndorf, her great-grandchildren Michael, Melanie and Madison Hahndorf; sister Vi Brautigan as well as many nieces and nephews. She was...

John Carroll Clark, 83, was surrounded by family as he peacefully passed away on Friday November 22nd at Burr Oak Manor, Genoa City, WI. John was born May 24th 1936 in Chariton IA to L.T. and Catherine Clark. He graduated from Simpson College, Indianola IA in 1958 with a degree in Chemistry and Geology. John was preceded in death by his first wife Arlene (Ommen). John married Luanne (Kohlbusch) on April 25, 1970 in Des Moines IA and they celebrated 49 years of marriage. John and Luanne lived in Waukegan IL for 20+ years until they retired to Arizona and traveled the country visiting friends and family in their RV camper. John is survived by his wife, Luanne, and his brother Charles...

George Robert Olsen, age 66, of Bull Valley, passed away unexpectedly early Thursday morning on November 21, 2019, at Northwestern Hospital in McHenry, surrounded by his loving family. George was born November 30, 1952, in Chicago, the son of Robert and Wanda (nee Orzyp) Olsen. On October 30, 1993, George married Tymia L. Olsen in Las Vegas, Nevada. George proudly served our country in the United States Marine Corps and was honorably discharged, after serving in Vietnam. He worked for over 40 years and retired from ComEd. He later went on to work for MJ Electric, retiring in March of 2019. George was an avid 'Bass Fisherman', who enjoyed fishing tournaments, and fishing throughout the...

J. Thomas Douglas, age 85, of McHenry, passed away Wednesday, November 20, 2019, with his devoted wife, Sheila, by his side. He was born in Lake Forest, Illinois, January 15, 1934, the son of Thomas K. and Rose (Conway) Douglas. Tom worked for Vulcan Materials Company for 45 years as Sales Manager. After his retirement Tom enjoyed working for Chalet Hills Golf Club for 16 years as Starter/Ranger in Cary, IL. Tom is survived by his loving wife, Sheila.; Beloved children: Timothy (Rebecca) Douglas, Meg Knight, Eileen Kozlowski, Kathleen (James)Heinz; cherished grandchildren: Timothy Jones, Jonathon Knight, Elise Douglas, Timothy Kozlowski, Kevin Kozlowski, Kristin Kozlowski, Brianna...

Shirley J. Harms passed away peacefully November 7 at home with her family at her side at the age of 94. She was born May 15, 1925 in Buffalo Grove to George and Elizabeth Bartman. She married LeRoy W Harms at St Mary's of Buffalo Grove on January 19, 1946. She was a resident of McHenry for 70 years. She was ahead of the times as an independent professional business woman. She founded Harms Farm in 1962 to keep her kids occupied. Later she was a partner in Countryside Flower Shop and Nursery. She was an owner of Mickey's Vienna in Island Lake. She founded Harms Accounting, was, an active member of the Independent Accountants Association of Illinois, a member of the McHenry BPW, a 4H...

Georgia Louise Kainer, age 74, passed away peacefully in her home, surrounded by her loving family and her dogs, on Saturday, October 26, 2019. She was born on December 26, 1944, the daughter of Clare F. and Mary P. (McConnen) Roepke. On April 9, 1977, she married the love of her life, John G. Kainer, at the Methodist Church in Park Ridge, IL. Georgia was a retired nurse and in her spare time enjoyed gardening, reading, traveling in the motorhome and Sprint car racing. Georgia had a love of animals. Most of all, she loved her family who meant the world to her. She will be sorely missed. She is survived by her loving husband of 42 years, John; their children: Christeen Mindick, of...

Roger J. May, age 79, of Wonder Lake, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, October 23, 2019, surrounded by his loving family. He was born September 22, 1940, to the late Frank and Mary (Poborka) Miazga. On August 18, 1962, he married Sandra Glosson, at St. Mary's Church, McHenry. Roger proudly served in the United States Marine Corps for four years. In 1964, Roger started his own trucking business, May Sand and Gravel. He also served as the elected Highway Commissioner for Greenwood Township, for 24 years. Roger was an avid antique car collector. One of his greatest loves was flying. As a proficient pilot, he owned a couple of his own airplanes and often went on trips with...

Ralph W. Kraeplin, age 76, of Wonder Lake passed away peacefully at his home on October 18, 2019 with family by his side. Ralph was born on February 8, 1943 in Crystal Lake, the son of Carl and Vivian (Raven) Kraeplin. He married the love of his life Linda McMahon on November 18, 1961 and they spent 57 wonderful years together. Ralph was a lifetime Gold Card member of Local 150 Operators Union. His passion was farming, raising horses and cattle as well as fixing farming machinery. In his free time, he enjoyed welding, fabricating and running his sawmill. Most of all he loved spending time with his beloved family. He will be sorely missed by all who knew him. He is survived by his...

Robert C. Hankins, age 66, passed away on Wednesday, October 16, 2019 surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Waukegan on June 25, 1953, the son of Fred L. and Olga M. (Kozina) Hankins. Robert Graduated from Warren High School class of 1971. He is survived by his mother Olga Hankins; his siblings: Marion Amberg, David (Lori) Hankins and Suzanne (Mark) Hohensee; his nieces and nephews; Nathan, Erin, Jessica, Thomas, Melissa and Steven. He was preceded in death by his father; Fred Hankins and his nephew Kurt Hohensee. All services will be private. Arrangements were handled by Colonial Funeral Home & Crematory, McHenry IL.

Christopher Dennis "Kip" Byrnes, of McHenry, died peacefully at age 80 on October 11, 2019 at JourneyCare Hospice in Barrington, after suffering from ALS. He was surrounded by his loving family. Chris was born December 15, 1938 in Chicago, to Thomas E. Byrnes and Virginia (Howell) Byrnes. He grew up in Deerfield, Ill., and later Woodstock, Ill., with his siblings David Byrnes (Susan), Nina Foster, Peggy Haley (Phillip), Tony Byrnes (Jerry Grennan), Thomas Byrnes, Mary Jo Byrnes, Gael Byrnes (Curtis Staiger), Jamie Byrnes, Monica Byrnes and Brendan Byrnes. He graduated from Saint Mary's High School in Woodstock and went on to serve in the U.S. Navy for 4 years. In 1960 he married Janet...

Gloria Irene Pechous, age 85, of McHenry passed away peacefully on October 5, 2019 surrounded by her loving family. Gloria was born on January 21, 1934 in Chicago, the daughter of Harry and Stella Bochat. She married the late Roger Pechous on November 22, 1952 at St. Hyacinth Church in Chicago IL. Gloria was a longtime member of St. John the Baptist church in Johnsburg. In her early years she worked for District 156 as a teacher's aide. In her free time, she enjoyed spending time with her friends at Heritage Woods, watching Wheel of Fortune, Steve Harvey and Dr. Phil Show, but foremost she cherished her time with her family, especially with her grandchildren who meant the world to her....

LeRoy E. "Shorty" Meyers, age 95, of McHenry, passed away peacefully, Wednesday evening, October 2, 2019, in McHenry. Shorty was born, June 13, 1924, the son of William J. and Margaret (King) Meyers. On September 6, 1947, Shorty married the love of his life, Esther C. Freund at St. Mary Catholic Church in McHenry. Esther preceded Shorty in death on September 8, 2015. Shorty proudly served our country in the United State Army during World War II, later being Honorably Discharged. He belonged to the VFW and American Legion, as well as the Johnsburg Community Club. Shorty loved watching and was an avid Chicago Cubs Fan. Shorty is survived by his 2 loving sons, Dennis (Terri) Meyers of...

Dixie Lee Swanson, age 74, was welcomed into her heavenly savior's loving arms on September 30th 2019. Dixie: daughter, nurse, wife, mother, grandmother, friend, caregiver, baker, gardener, feisty. She was a strong, good and faithful servant. Dixie is survived by her loving husband of nearly 51 years, Michael Swanson, her children; Traci (Gregg) Guenther, Beth (Chuck) Bartelsen, Rebecca (Chris) Vennetti, and Kevin (Heidi) Swanson, her grandchildren; Brendan, Graci, Emma Rose, Evan, Jeremiah, Joshua, Joel, Ruth, Jonathan. She is survived by her sister Donna (Burmood) Smith and Harold "Nub" Burmood. She was preceded in death by her parents Harold Burmood and Margie (Strom) Burmood and her...

Beverly E. Greenwood, age 85, passed away in McHenry on Monday, September 23, 2019, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on May 2, 1934, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, the daughter of Carl and Irene (Belter) Peters. Beverly married Russell Greenwood, who preceded her in death on February 19, 1995. She is survived by her children: Diane Zimmerman, Gail Weingart, Glenn (Connie) Greenwood, David Greenwood; grandchildren: Kelly (Blake), Kimberly (Billy), Chris (Allie), Jennifer (Jason), Matt (Bridget), Kaley, Courtney and 10 great-grandchildren and 1 on the way. Family meant the world to her and she will be missed very much. In addition to her husband, Russell, Beverly is preceded in...

Gerald S. Klimek, age 79, passed away at his home on Monday, September 23, 2019, surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Chicago on August 31, 1940, the son of Stanley and Marianne (Kozlowski) Klimek. He is survived by his beloved wife of 54 years; Joyce (Cys) Klimek; his children: James (Kelley) Klimek, Sheryl (Phil) Delisi; and his grandchildren: Mitchell, Abigail Klimek and Samantha, Michael Delisi. All services will be private. If desired, memorial donations may be made to Illinois Center for Autism, 548 South Ruby Lane, Fairview Heights, IL 62208 or the American Cancer Society, 1801 S. Meyers Rd. Suite 100, Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181. Arrangements were entrusted to...

Mark Joseph Serpe, age 66, of McHenry, passed away unexpectedly Thursday, September 19, 2019. He was born August 21, 1953, to the late Samuel Sylvester and Julia Jeanette (nee Haupt) Serpe, in Chicago. On April 16, 1994, he married Roberta Gustafson at the Church of Holy Apostles, McHenry. Mark was an active part of the community. He was a 4th Degree Knight of Columbus, co-chair on the building committee at the Church of Holy Apostles, Chairman for the non-profit Seat of Wisdom Library, in Abatete, Nigeria, volunteer for PADS, and a proud member of the Lawn Rangers, of Arcola, Illinois. Vocabulary was important to Mark, and he often gave his family a word of the day. He was a car...

Dorothy J. Norum, age 82, passed away in Barrington, with her daughter by her side, on Monday, September 2, 2019, after a short illness. She was born in Chicago on October 6, 1936. During her early years, Dorothy was a dispatcher for the Arlington Heights Police Department and later worked and retired as a dispatcher for the Island Lake Police Department. She also owned and operated 6 Pines Wildlife. Dorothy was the matriarch of the family; they meant the world to her and her to them. She will be sorely missed by many. She is survived by her loving children: Deb Steinbraker, Scott (Brenda) Allen, Jeff Allen, Greg (Amy) Allen; cherished grandchildren: Jason (Heather) Allen, Ashley (Shawn)...