Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Congdon in Zion, Illinois
Jerrid Duane Myers
August 11, 2024
In Loving Memory of
Jerrid D. Myers (1938 - 2024) 1034 Months
Jerrid D. Myers, a cherished lifelong resident of Zion, IL, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, August 11, 2024, surrounded by his beloved family. He was 86 years old.
Throughout his vibrant life, Jerry exemplified dedication and loyalty. In his teenage years, he began working at Zion Industries alongside his...
Bruce Maki
August 10, 2024
Bruce W. Maki, aged 81, passed away peacefully on August 10, 2024 surrounded by family. Bruce was born in Waukegan, Illinois to loving parents Walter and Ruth Maki. He attended Suomi College, earned a B.A. from Northern Illinois University and a Master of Divinity from Hamma School of Theology.
Bruce served as pastor of All Saints Lutheran Church in Orland Park,...
Maria D. Facundo
August 10, 2024
Maria D. Facundo, 85, passed away surrounded by her loved ones on August 10, 2024.
She was born on October 30, 1938, in Sabinas Hidalgo, Nuevo Leon Mexico the daughter of Jose Gonzalez, and Maria Echazarreta.
Maria loved to sew, listen to music, dance and cook. Her favorite thing to do is make tamales. She was well known for making the best...
Anthony Joseph Phistry Sr.
August 9, 2024
Anthony “Tony” Joseph Phistry Sr., 80, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on August 9, 2024 in Waukegan, IL.
Tony was born on March 25, 1944 in Chicago, IL to the late Louis and May (Ohrabka) Phistry. He made Zion his home in 1970. Several years after settling into Zion Tony took his passion for flowers and opened a floral...
Beverly Biggs
August 8, 2024
Beverly R. Biggs (nee Gavin)
Beverly R. Biggs, 87 years of age, of Beach Park, Illinois, passed peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on the morning of August 8, 2024. A great number of family, friends and former colleagues grieve her loss but cherish her memory. Beverly was born on June 11, 1937, to her parents Avery and Delia...
Connie Sue Stickles
August 7, 2024
Connie Sue Stickles of Zion, Illinois, passed away on August 7, 2024.
Connie was born December 20, 1962 in Madison, West Virginia. She moved to Beach Park, IL where she attended Zion Benton Township Highschool, before getting married to the late James Stickles. Connie spent her early years working at factories such as Lake County Press. She quickly became a stay...
Daniel S. Graham
August 4, 2024
It is with great sadness that we share the passing of Daniel Stephen Graham, 57, who passed away on August 4th, 2024, at his home in Waukegan, IL.Daniel was born in Seattle, Washington on February 19th, 1968 and adopted by Robert and Barbara Graham and raised in Waukegan, IL with his brother David Graham. Later in life Daniel was able...
Kitty B. Larson
August 3, 2024
Kitty B. Larson, 87, of Zion, Illinois passed away August 3, 2024 in Kenosha, Wisconsin. She was born October 3, 1936 in Antigo, Wisconsin to parents Ervin and Ethel Fronek.
She attended First Baptist Church and worked for ComEd power plant.
Kitty is surived by her children, Debbie Ellis and Jeff Larson; grandchildren, Tracy Lynch, Amy Lynch, Jeremy Larson, Bryan Lynch, Jenine...
Gary M. Lloyd
August 3, 2024
Gary Michael Lloyd, 74, of Zion, IL, passed away on August 3, 2024. Gary was born on July 8, 1950, in Kenosha, WI, to James and Evelyn (Christensen) Lloyd. He attended Zion-Benton Township High School, where he met the love of his life, Gail Wethington. After high school, he
attended Washburn Trade School and began his career as a union carpenter...
John Stanley Senter
August 2, 2024
John “Stanley” Senter was a national treasure. If you're reading this, you likely have a story, experience, or exchange with him that touched your life in a meaningful way. John had the remarkable gift of helping others in the most subtle ways. He never sought thanks or payback; he simply wanted everyone around him to be happy.
John peacefully passed away...
Keith Wayne Patton
August 1, 2024
Keith Wayne Patton, 66, of Zion, IL, passed away peacefully with his family on Thursday, August 1, 2024.
He was born on June 25th, 1958 to Otis and Patricia Patton in Warrenton, VA. Shortly after he was born, they moved to Richmond, VA and then onto Chesterfield, VA where the Patton family planted their roots. After graduating from Midlothian High School...
Rosa Harrell
August 1, 2024
Rosa Granby Harrell, born January 28, 1936, in Edenton, NC, was a ray of light, capturing attention with her dynamic personality and striking presence. Her spirit was loving, powerful, and unyielding.
Rosa was known for her no-nonsense attitude, never afraid to speak her mind and passionately advocate for what she believed in.
Her legacy is deeply intertwined with the lessons she imparted...
Patricia Macki
August 1, 2024
Patricia (Pat) Macki, 85, of Winthrop Harbor, Illinois passed away August 1, 2024 peacefully in her sleep at her home. She was born July 14, 1939, in Waukegan, Illinois and graduated from Waukegan High School. On May 17, 1957, she married Eugene.
Pat worked as a library assistant at Spring Bluff Elementary before moving to the Zion Park District, where she...
Steven Guidish
July 31, 2024
Steve J. Guidish, of Zion, Illinois passed away July 31, 2024 in Zion, Illinois. He was born September 29, 1965 in Sparta, Illinois to parents Billie and Cheryl Guidish.
Steven grew up in Sparta, Illinois, graduating from Sparta High School. He married Melodie on April 16, 1983. They remarried July 23, 2024. Steven attended First Missionary Baptist Church of Sparta, Illinois.
Steven...
Bernadette Ann Mack
July 27, 2024
Bernadette Mack, age 78 lifted herself up to her savior after a brave short fight with pancreatic cancer. She let go peacefully in her home on July 27, 2024, surrounded by loved ones.
Bernadette "Bunny" was born in Oak Park IL, on August 14, 1945 to Benedetto and Frances Spizzirri who both precede her in death.
Bunny is survived by the love...
Ronald L. Adair
July 25, 2024
On July 25, 2024, Chief Petty Officer Ron Adair went to meet his lord and savior. A loving husband to Pati Adair and the best father he knew how to be to Tiffany and Tyne; PopPop to Kelly, Dominic, Lana, Ryan, Matthew and Brieanna, who were his world. A brother to Don, Tony and Jimmy, and a loving son to...
Jane Suggs
July 24, 2024
Jane Virginia Suggs, 99, passed away on July 24, 2024, in Wadsworth, IL. She was born on January 4, 1925 in Chicago, IL. She retired from Zion Benton Township High School. She’s a long-time member of North Prairie United Methodist Church. She traveled extensively with the Zion Park District.
Jane is survived by a daughter Jeanne Gildea, son Frank (Paula), grandchildren:...
Andrew Richard Ester
July 20, 2024
Andrew R. Ester Sr., 24, passed away unexpectedly on July 20, 2024.
Drew was born on May 17, 2000 and was a resident of Zion, IL. He attended Zion Benton High School, and grew up playing football for the Zion- Benton Jr Zee Bees, and basketball for the future basketball and Winthrop Harbor youth league. In addition to his love of...
Veronica Wade
July 18, 2024
Veronica Wade, 65, of Waukegan, Illinois passed away July 18, 2024 in Libertyville, Illinois. She was born November 16, 1958 in Leland, Mississippi to parents Wille Wade and Clotee Davis.Veronica was employed at the Ann Kiley Center as well as PADS of Lake County. She received her bachelors in psychology from Columbia College of Missouri and went on to earn...
Gloria Mendoza
July 13, 2024
Gloria Mendoza, 58 of Zion, IL, passed away unexpectedly on July 13th. Gloria was born in El Salvador to Lucio & Rosa Mendoza, but Illinois had been her home since 1986.
Gloria worked for many years at Deluxe. Her passion in life was creating a welcoming home for loved ones. She found great joy in hosting family, making incredible family meals,...
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