Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Congdon in Zion, Illinois
Jacob Zappa
April 15, 2024
Jacob "Jake" Richard Zappa was called home to the Lord on April 15, 2024, at the age of 34.Born on September 12, 1989 Jake lived a life marked by his extreme compassion, generosity and his gift of music. His passion for music and his love of theater created a community of life long friends, experiences and memories.Jake's love for Sports...
Donald V. Granlund
April 15, 2024
Donald V. Granlund of Zion, Illinois passed away April 15, 2024. He was born June 4, 1947 to parents Bernice and Ake Granlund.Donald previously lived in Waukegan, Illinois, marrying his wife, Charolette Granlund on June 10, 1966. Donald retired as a computer engineer as well as an Army Veteran.Donald is survived by his wife, Charolette Granlund; children, Chelly (Kevin) Eric,...
Jean D Luna
April 12, 2024
Jean Deloras Luna, of Zion, Illinois passed away April, 12, 2024 in Zion, IL. Jean was born January 23, 1931 in Liberty, North Carolina.Jean was a devoted member of the Mt. Zion Christian Church. She was a Loving mother and grandmother to many.Jean is survived by her children, Michael Underwood and Patricia Luna; grandchildren, Ryan Underwood, Julie Underwood and Cody...
David Harvey
April 9, 2024
David Earl Harvey, 64, of Waukegan, IL passed away surrounded by his beloved family on April 9, 2024.David was born in Providence, RI to Mary V. Harvey and Billy D. Harvey On June 13, 1959. He attended Waukegan East High School, class of 1977. He attended Lake Forest College. He worked as a painter at Lake Forest College until 1986,...
Judith L. Anton
April 4, 2024
Judith Lynn Anton, neé McElroy, passed away on April 4, 2024.Judy was born in Chicago, Illinois on October 1, 1938 to Donald L McElroy and Kathryn J. Patterson McElroy. Judy was the eldest sibling to Kathleen Susan McElroy, who preceded her in death, and to Donald B. (Julie) McElroy of Peoria, IL. She was a graduate of Lindbloom High School...
Ronald Earl Roberson
April 4, 2024
Ronald Earl Roberson, 81, passed away on April 4, 2024 in Zion, IllinoisRonald was born on January 14, 1943 in Dyer, Tennessee, the son of Ed and Annie (Sarton) Roberson. He retired from Johns Manville.He is survived by his wife, Catherine Roberson; children, Rodger (Sheri) Roberson, Richard (Danell) Roberson; grandchildren, Cari Roberson, Rachel Roberson, Jeremi (Megan) Salinas, Adam Salinas; two...
Barbara Mykytiuk
April 2, 2024
Barbara E. Mykytiuk, 77, of Beach Park, Illinois, passed away April 2, 2024. She was born April 22, 1946.She is survived by her husband, Stephen Mykytiuk; children, James (Christine) Johnson, Barbara (Johnson) Aguilar, and Laura Johnson; grandchildren, Katelyn, Hannah, Crystal (Jim), Daniel, Ricky, Mia, and Khi; great-grandchildren, Brayton, Kennedy, and Theo.A memorial visitaion will be held Saturday April 27, 2024...
Norma E. Collins
April 2, 2024
Norma E. Collins, nee Jellings, passed away on April 2, 2024. She graduated from WTHS in January of 1946 and immediately began her career with Illinois Bell Telephone, beginning as a telephone switchboard operator and later advancing to become a department manager in the business office. After retirement, she enjoyed traveling to see the sights, both domestic and foreign. She...
Lee Roy Sheppard
March 30, 2024
Lee Roy SheppardAugust 29, 1936 - March 30, 2024After a brave battle with cancer, Lee went to be with Jesus for eternity. Born in Bath, North Carolina in 1936, he was the fourth child and the eldest son of Tilton and Julia Sheppard (nee Jefferson). He was a member of the U.S. Army National Guard while in high school, and...
Shirley A Lopez
March 30, 2024
Shirley A. Lopez, 78, of Zion, IL, went home to be with the Lord on March 30, 2024, surrounded by her children in the comfort of her home.Shirley was truly an amazing woman whose strength, resilience, and boundless love defined her remarkable life. She was characterized by her unwavering determination, her beautiful spirit and her heart of gold that impacted...
Karen L Wetmore
March 30, 2024
Karen L. (Braden) Wetmore, 67, of Zion, IL, passed away peacefully, March 30, 2024 surrounded by loved ones. She was born March 1, 1957 in Waukegan, IL. She loved the little things in life: coffee, music, her animals and her family.Karen is a beloved wife of 43 years to Raymond A. Wetmore Jr. She is a cherished mother to Christina...
Gerald J. Anderson
March 28, 2024
Gerald James “Jerry” Anderson, 91, of Zion, Illinois passed away peacefully on March 28, 2024 in Lindehurst, Illinois. He was born July 25, 1932 in Brooklyn, New York to parents Elmer and Dorothy Anderson.Jerry graduated from Benson Polytechnic High School in Portland, OR. He obtained a Bachelor’s Degree from Oregon State University, and then went on to attend the University...
Carole Archer
March 28, 2024
Carole Marie Archer, 85, of Winthrop Harbor, Illinois passed away March 28, 2024, in Mt Pleasant, Wisconsin.Carole was born in Chicago, Illinois on October 3, 1938 and moved to Western Springs, Illinois while in elementary school. Her family relocated to a farm in Rogers, Arkansas, where she remained until half-way through her senior year of high school. Carole graduated from...
Erma Ruth Turunen
March 27, 2024
Erma Ruth Turunen, 97, passed away on March 27, 2024 in Salem Lakes, Wisconsin surrounded by her loved ones.Erma was born on March 5, 1927 in Escanaba, Michigan the daughter of Albert and Stella (Johnson) Norden. Erma graduated from Rock High School and worked as a cashier at the Co-op in Rock, Michigan before moving to Waukegan where she resided ...
Sandra May
March 26, 2024
Sandra “Sandy” P. May of Zion, Illinois passed away March 26, 2024 at Aurora Hospital in Kenosha, Wisconsin surrounded by her family. Sandy was born to Mayford and Nellie Patty May 3, 1946 in Waukegan, Illinois.Sandy graduated from Zion Benton Township High School in 1964. She married the love of her life, Harland in Zion, IL July 25, 1966. Sandy...
Donald McCloskey
March 25, 2024
Donald Marvin McCloskey, AVCM, (AW) USNAVY, (Ret). 75, of Zion, Illinois passed away on March 25, 2024 in Waukegan, Illinois.Donald was born on October 4, 1948 in Seattle, Washington, the son of Marvin and Violet (Taylor) McCloskey. Don Married his wife of 33 years, Wendy Vergonet on October 20, 1990 in Waukegan, Illinois. He graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in...
Rita Hewkin
March 24, 2024
Rita M. Hewkin, 65, of Zion, Illinois passes away while surrounded by her family March 24, 2024.Rita was born September 27, 1958 in Benton, Illinois. She went to school to become a Licensed Practice Nurse (LPN) before starting her career at the Winchester House for 32 years.Rita is survived by her children, Jason Hewkin, Jeramie Hewkin, and Brandy Haak; grandchildren,...
Delores L. Best-Erickson
March 23, 2024
Delores Lorraine (Scoggin) Best Erickson, age 93 passed away peacefully early Saturday morning, March 23, 2024 at her home in Zion Illinois.Delores was born June 25, 1930 in Zion Illinois, One of seven children to Elmer and Edith (Cunningham) Scoggin. Delores grew up in Zion, and as a child loved roller-skating, and going to the movies. She would often tell...
Margaret Leable
March 22, 2024
Margaret Anne Leable, age 93, of Beach Park, passed away on Friday, March 22, 2024, at her residence. She was born on July 13, 1930 in Ashland, WI, to Albert (“Pat”) and Hattie Pataky. She graduated from Waukegan High School.On February 19, 1949, Margaret (“Marge”) married Philip Frank Leable, spending many happy years together, even celebrating their 70th wedding anniversary. ...
William Hamilton
March 21, 2024
William Alfred Hamilton, of Waukegan, Illinois passed away March 21, 2024. He was born August 3, 1936 in Waukegan, Illinois to parents Frances and William Hamilton.Bill graduated from Waukegan Highschool. He married his wife, Rosemary (Rozie) on Februrary 8, 1958. He retired from Waukegan Highschool as a Crew Chief and was a member of the Lake County Derby’s in the...
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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.
