Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Congdon in Zion, Illinois
Patricia Eileen Nogradi
June 15, 2025
Patricia Eileen Nogradi, 84, of Zion, Illinois, passed on Sunday, June 15, 2025, at Advocate Condell Medical Center. Patricia was born on March 18, 1941, in Chicago, Illinois, and married Andras Nogradi on October 19, 1963. Patricia loved her many dogs throughout the years and loved cross-stitching gifts for friends and loved ones.
Survivors include her loving husband, Andras Nogradi; children,...
Joyce Baldwin
June 14, 2025
Joyce Ann (Wilson) Baldwin, 77, of Winthrop Harbor, IL passed away surrounded by her loved ones on June 14th, 2025.
Joyce was born on October 18th, 1947 to Hugene Wilson in Briceville, TN. She married Thomas Baldwin in 2003. For most of Joyce’s life, she worked as a Nuclear Medical Technician and several establishments in Winthrop Harbor, IL, including Joe’s Place,...
Beverly J. McPherson
June 11, 2025
Beverly Jean McPherson, 88, of Beach Park, Illinois passed away June 11, 2025. She was born July 9, 1936, in Green Bay, Wisconsin to parents Darlene and Bernard Freward.
Beverly graduated from Waukegan High School and worked for Abbott Laboratories for many years before retiring. She was a member of First Baptist Church in Winthrop Harbor where she taught Sunday School....
John C. Taylor Jr.
June 8, 2025
John C. Taylor Jr. was born to John Sr. and Eugenia P. Taylor on October 28, 1952. John transitioned from this earthly life to his heavenly home on Sunday, June 8, 2025, at Advocate Christ Medical Center in Chicago, IL. He confessed a hope in Christ at an early age. He attended the Mt. Sinai MB Church of North Chicago,...
William Middleton
June 2, 2025
William B. Middleton
November 1, 1957 – June 2, 2025
William B. Middleton, 67, of Zion, Illinois, passed away on June 2, 2025.
Born on November 1, 1957, William dedicated his life to service and community. He proudly served with the City of Zion Police Department for 25 years, where he was known for his integrity, compassion, and unwavering commitment to protecting.
He is...
Steven Robert Stitz
June 1, 2025
Steven Robert (Robbie) Stitz, age 53, of Antioch, Illinois, passed away peacefully on June 1, 2025.
Born in Van Nuys, California, Steve was known for his sharp mind, quiet strength, and deep passion for technology. He proudly served in the United States Navy from 1992 to 1999. During his time in the Navy, he was awarded the National Defense Service Medal...
Diane Nord
May 30, 2025
Diane Lynn Nord, 74, of Beach Park, IL, passed away in Des Plaines, IL on May 30, 2025.
Diane was born in Waukegan, IL on April 24, 1951. She graduated High School then started her career at Abbott Laboratories where she worked for over 30 years before retiring. Diane enjoyed going to plays, concerts, movies, and reading. She loved to travel,...
William J. Nikkila Sr.
May 29, 2025
William John Nikkila, 91, formerly of Zion, IL. passed away surrounded by his family on May 29, 2025, in Kenosha, WI.
He was born on August 16, 1933, in Crow Wing, MN to Jonas and Rachel (nee Seiler) Nikkila. After graduating High School from Edgemont SD, he joined the Army and served in Korea and helped to restore Pearl Harbor. He...
Cheryl J Peters
May 27, 2025
Cheryl J. Peters of Zion, IL passed away peacefully on May 27, 2025, at Vista Medical Center in Waukegan, Illinois. She was Born on July 27, 1955, in Waukegan, IL.
Cheryl dedicated a substantial part of her career to the field of print media. Over the years, she worked with reputable organizations such as Burgess Anderson and Tate and the News...
Albina Opeka
May 25, 2025
Albina J. Opeka, 100, of Beach Park, IL, passed away peacefully on May 25, 2025 at home.
Bina was born January 18, 1925 in North Chicago, IL, and lived there for almost 70 years. She attended North School and graduated from Waukegan Township High School with the Class of 1943.
On July 13, 1946, Bina married Tony Opeka at Mother of God...
Sharon L. Murphy
May 23, 2025
Sharon Leigh Murphy (Geier), 80, of Okeechobee, Florida, formerly from Beach Park, Illinois, passed away peacefully on May 23, 2025 in Kenosha, Wisconsin while surrounded by the love of her family. We take comfort in knowing that she is now at peace, and dancing to an Elvis tune in the heavens above.
Sharon was born to Joseph and Dorothy Geier on...
Ramona May Cooprider
May 20, 2025
Ramona May Cooprider (nee Michael), 96, passed away May 20, 2025. She was born on November 30, 1928 in Kokomo, Indiana to Lester and Farah Michael (nee Degler).
Ramona came to Zion as an infant, and graduated from Zion-Benton High School in 1946. She was a member of the Memorial United Methodist Church in Zion, IL, where she married Dudley Cooprider,...
Joseph Glen McDowell Jr.
May 16, 2025
Joseph Glen McDowell, 94, went to be with our Lord Friday, May 16, 2025 at John Knox Village Care Center, Lee’s Summit, MO. He was born October 4, 1930 in Waukegan, IL to Margaret and Joseph G. McDowell, Sr. He worked for H. A. Friend & Company for 50 years, first as a pressman and then eventually as a salesman....
Carlene Fusco
May 15, 2025
Carlene (Harris) Fusco, 91, of Waukegan, IL (formerly of Windsor, CT) , beloved wife of the late Anthony S. Fusco, died Thursday, May 15, 2025 at Vista Medical Center in Waukegan.
Born in Lyndonville, Vermont, she attended the First Congregational Church and graduated high school from the Lyndon Institute where she played in the high school band. She eventually moved to...
Dennis K. Bade
May 15, 2025
Dennis K. Bade, 69, of Beach Park, IL passed away on May 15, 2025 in Park Ridge, IL.
Dennis was born on October 13, 1955 in Portage, WI the son of Geroge and Mary Lou (Finkenstein) Bade. He served in the U.S Navy, and married Susan Germer on April 17, 1982. Dennis received a Master's degree in education and worked as...
Daniel William Lee
May 13, 2025
Daniel William Lee, born on August 10, 1951, in Zion, IL, passed away peacefully at his home in Winthrop Harbor, IL, on May 13, 2025. He will be remembered for his unwavering faith and dedication as a proud follower and believer of Jesus Christ. Daniel was also a cherished member of Journey Church in Kenosha, WI.
A graduate with an associate...
Sarai Fox
May 12, 2025
Sarai E. Fox, born in Chicago, Illinois, on November 25, 1960, was the cherished daughter of the late Rev. Samuel C. Hudson Jr. and Roberta L. Butler (Lucus). She passed away at home on May 12, 2025.
Sarai will be remembered for her gentle kindness, boundless generosity, caring heart and radiant, bubbly personality. Her warmth and humor touched the lives of...
James Lyon
May 11, 2025
James M. Lyon Sr., 78, of Zion, IL passed away on May 11, 2025.
James was born on May 10, 1947 in Waukegan, IL the son of Marvin and Eleanor (Ebert) Lyon. He graduated from Libertyville High School, and served in the Army in Vietnam. He worked at Abbott Laboratories until his retirement. James was a member of Sons of The...
Ronald G. Hess
May 11, 2025
Ronald G. Hess, 85, born July 8, 1940, in Galesville, WI. He passed away at his home in Beach Park, IL on May 11, 2025.
Visitation will be held at Congdon Funeral Home, 3012 Sheridan Road, Zion, IL, on Thursday, May 22, 2025 from 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. with a funeral service at 12:00 p.m. Interment at Mt. Olivet Memorial...
Gerald M Kirby
May 9, 2025
Jerry Kirby, 70, of Pleasant Prairie, WI passed away peacefully on May 9, 2025, in Pleasant Prairie, WI.
He was born July 13, 1954, in Waukegan, IL to the late Ira and Margaret Kirby (nee Schultz). He attended Zion High School and was a prior resident of Waukegan.
Jerry had a long career as a mechanic, fabricator and all-around creator. He worked...
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Congdon Funeral Home Cremation Service is a collection of obituaries for Zion, IL. With services throughout Illinois. Zion, Winthrop Harbor, Beach Park, Wadsworth, Waukegan, Pleasant Prairie, Kenosha communities and beyond that are updated regularly.
