Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Congdon in Zion, Illinois
Arlington Young
April 18, 2025
In loving memory of Arlington Young
Sunrise September 22, 1962
Sunset April 18, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Arlington Young. A beloved son, father, brother and friend.
He is predeceased by his father, Arlington Young, Sr.; grandmother, Catherine Barker; uncles, Rudolph Stevens and Dudley Menzies.
He is survived by his son, Malachi; daughters, Lianne and Neshia from marriage...
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....
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...
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...
Renee Angel Paxton
May 8, 2025
Renee A. Paxton (ne Myrna Nolte) left her earthly home to be with her Lord and Savior May 8, 2025 after losing her long battle with Heart Disease at Vitas Hospice care in West Allis, Wisconsin.
Renee worked at Chrysler Motors in Kenosha Wisconsin for 32 years until her retirement in 2000.
She leaves to cherish her memory, her lifetime partner and...
Robert A. Jones
April 28, 2025
Robert A. Jones, of Waukegan, Illinois passed away April 28, 2025. He was born December 30, 1937 in Tomah, Wisconsin to parents Arthur and Helen Jones.
Robert grew up in Tomah, Wisconsin. Joining the United States Navy in 1956, at the age of 17. He remained in the Navy for four years as well as two additional years in the reserves....
Anne Cornejo
April 28, 2025
Anne Cornejo was born on March 2, 1952 in Borken, Germany. She passed away unexpectedly at her home in Zion, Illinois on April 28, 2025.
She dedicated over 30 years of her life to serving as a dental hygienist at Associates for Family Dentistry in Gurnee, Illinois. Anne earned a Bachelor's Degree, which equipped her with the knowledge and skills that...
Rev. Dr. Stevens Woods Hilyard
April 27, 2025
A beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother, Stevens Woods Hilyard, 85, passed away on Sunday, April 27, at Aurora Hospice in Kenosha. He was a resident of Winthrop Harbor.
Stevens was born in Summit, NJ, on January 18, 1940, to Marjorie (Woods) and Harry L. Hilyard. He graduated from The Pingry School, Hillside, NJ, in 1958, where he was class president,...
Donna Leslie Neave
April 23, 2025
Donna Leslie Neave, 72, passed away on April 23, 2025 in Milwaukee, WI.
Donna was born on January 21, 1953 in Waukegan, IL the daughter of Donald J. and Audrey A. (Leech) Neave Sr. She graduated from Waukegan High School, and was a woman of christian faith. Donna worked at Abbvie as a clerical worker until her retirement. Her nieces, nephews,...
Calvin J. Simon
April 21, 2025
Calvin J. Simon of Waukegan, IL passed away peacefully after a brief illness April 21, 2025 at Condell Medical Center, Libertyville, IL.
Calvin was born September 4, 1927 in New Orleans, LA. At the age of 19, he moved to Waukegan and was drafted into the Army where he would serve in the Korean War, later receiving a Purple Heart and...
Carroll E. Beguhn
April 20, 2025
Carroll E. Beguhn, 99, passed away at home surrounded by family in Zion, IL on April 20, 2025.
Carroll was born December 2, 1925 in Eau Claire, WI. He grew up in Elk Mound, WI. He went to Aggie High School for 2 years and then graduated from Menomonie High School. Carroll married Marlys Dennis on May 21, 1947 at Peace...
Audrey Pearl Ford
April 17, 2025
Audrey Pearl Ford, age 96, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family Thursday, April 17, 2025 in New Palestine, Indiana. She was born October 22, 1928 to Pearl (LaBelle) Bourdeau and Lucien Bourdeau in Waukegan, IL. Audrey graduated from Zion Benton High School in 1946.
Audrey was a member of Grace Missionary Church in Zion, Illinois and Lakeview Church in Winthrop...
Joseph Dumalski
April 16, 2025
Joseph H Dumalski Jr.
“Smokin Joe”
April 1, 1946 – April 16, 2025
Dearest friends and family, we are deeply saddened to share that Smokin Joe Dumalski passed away on April 16, 2025.
Joe is survived by his loving wife, Jo Ann; 2 brothers, Jerald and George; 2 sons, Bradley and Wesley; 2 step-children Dawn and Howard; 11 grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren.
Joe was preceded...
Karen Diliberti
April 15, 2025
Karen Ann Lee Diliberti ,76, passed away surrounded by her family on April 15, 2025 in Kenosha, WI.
She was born August 29, 1948 to Marion L. Lee and Mildred E. Gray in Spring Valley, IL. Karen graduated from Illinois State University, class of 1970 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Education, she married Charles "Chuck" Diliberti on February 27,...
Kenneth J Anton
April 13, 2025
Kenneth John Anton, 52, passed away April 13, 2025, in Glenview, IL. He was born in Ames, Iowa to Kenneth O. Anton and Judith McElroy Anton.
Kenneth graduated from Zion Benton Township High School in 1992 and then earned a BS from Western Illinois University in Criminal Justice. He was a member of Tau Kappa Epsilon. Kenneth worked for the State...
Courtney Hamlet
April 12, 2025
Courtney Nicole Hamlet of Zion, Illinois passed away, April 12, 2025, Libertyville, Illinois. Courtney was one of middle child born to Edcur Hamlet Sr. and Doris Hamlet on April 16, 1966 in Waukegan, Illinois. Courtney was a very active member of the Christ Church of the Apostolic Message.
As a young woman, Courtney earned her associate’s degree in Computer Science from...
Donald G Binninger
April 9, 2025
With gentle peace and surrounded by love, Donald G. Binninger—known fondly to many as “Binny”—passed away at home on April 9, 2025, at the age of 96.
Born on October 1, 1928, in Cleveland, Ohio, Don’s life was one marked by quiet strength, steadfast devotion, and the kind of warmth that made everyone feel like family. He spent his early years...
Nancy Jean Ramey
April 8, 2025
Nancy Jean Ramey (née Menees), 75, of Beach Park, Illinois, was peacefully called home to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on April 8, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.
Born on October 19, 1949, in Elmhurst, Illinois, Nancy was the cherished daughter of Charles Elmer and Dorothy Marie (Robb) Menees. On July 2, 1966, Nancy married Billy “Bill”...
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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.
