Lois G. Egan, 88, Woodstock, died Thursday, Nov. 6, 2014, at Hearthstone Manor surrounded by her loving family. She was born Oct. 2, 1926, to Arthur and Elsie Muldner in St. Louis, Mo. On Sept. 29, 1949, she married Patrick Egan. She attended the University of Wisconsin-Madison, earning a degree in dietetics. While at the UW-Madison, she met her future husband. The couple lived in Milwaukee while her husband finished dental school. They moved to Waupun, Wis., where, together, they raised their six children. In 2007, she moved to Woodstock, where she became a much-loved resident of Hearthstone Manor. She enjoyed golf, cooking and playing bridge and was an avid runner. She was a sports fan who cheered for the

Leon Joseph LeBaron, 86, Woodstock, died Saturday, Nov. 8, 2014, at Crossroads Care Center. He was born Sept. 24, 1928, to Donald and Madaline (Meyer) LeBaron, in Sharon, Wis. On June 30, 1984, he married Judith Seibel in Wisconsin. He worked at Eaton, Crystal Lake, and was a lifelong member of the Woodstock Moose. His favorite hobbies were fishing and golf. Survivors include his wife; two daughters, Traci (Bill) Wensch and Kelley (Jeff) Olbrich; and two grandchildren, Jake and Kayce. All services will be private. Memorials can be made in his name to JourneyCare Hospice or Helping Paws.

Shirley E. Harper, 82, Huntley, died Monday, Nov. 3, 2014, at her home. She was born Dec. 14, 1931, to Elmer and Dorothy (Betts) Hemzacek in Chicago.   On June 22, 1956, she married Robert J. Harper in Chicago.   She worked for the Salvation Army for more than 20 years, running the Golden Diner and Meals on Wheels in Woodstock.  She was an avid reader.  She also enjoyed traveling with family, doing ceramics and playing cards. Survivors include three children, Kathleen (Chris) Scotti, Robert J. (Janice) Harper Jr. and Kevin (Carrie) Harper; nine grandchildren, Sarah (Ike) Hanson, Raymond Scotti, Randy (Rachel) Harper, Brooke Harper, Curtis Harper, Colin Harper, Darlene (Buck Bailey) Foley, Anthony (Lori) Scotti and Jeanine (Scott) Gul;

Philip R. Deskis, 49, Pegram, Tenn., formerly of Woodstock, died Saturday, Nov. 1, 2014, losing his battle to brain cancer. He was born July 31, 1965, in Woodstock, to Raymond and Lorraine (Wollak) Deskis. Survivors include his mother; a sister, Susan Cerny (Kevin), Delavan, Wis.; a brother, Dale (Melanie), St. Louis, Mo.; a nephew, Nicholas (Teri) Palomaki; a niece, Christa Palomaki; and two great-nephews. He was preceded in death by his father.   A memorial service will be held in 2015.   Memorials can be made to Crossroads Hospice.

Jessica Marie Avila, 36, Woodstock, died Thursday, Oct. 9, 2014, at her home. She was born June 8, 1978, to Joseph and Lindy (Davis) Ehardt in Harvard.  On April 5, 2006, she married Martin Avila in Woodstock.  She attended Woodstock High School and was a member of The Church of Holy Apostles, McHenry. After high school, she worked at Angelo’s Restaurant, Woodstock, before becoming a stay-at-home mom. Her greatest joy was raising her family. A loving mother, wife, daughter and sister, she will be remembered as a thoughtful and kind-hearted person who was always all about family.  Survivors include her husband; five children, Petra, Martin Jr., Juan, America and Jesse; her father, Joseph (Wendy) Ehardt Sr.; a sister, Melissa Ehardt;

Gracia Elizabeth Gutel Beck, 98, Woodstock, died Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2014, at Hearthstone Village.  She was born July 4, 1916, the only child of Theodore Gutel and Martha Moore Gutel, in Odell.  She attended public school in Odell. While in high school, she met and would later marry the love of her life, Warren (Bud) Beck.  After high school, she attended Illinois State College, Normal, where she earned a two-year teaching certificate from the state of Illinois. She began her teaching career, and her fiancé enlisted in World War II. On May 4, 1943, while he was on leave, the couple married.  Her family moved to Mundelein after her husband’s military commitment ended. She lived there and taught school for

Jean Frances Cooney, 91, Woodstock, died Sunday, Oct. 19, 2014, in Woodstock. Jean was born Sept. 25, 1923, to Walter F. and Florence (Callinan) Conway in Woodstock.   On Feb. 2, 1957, she married Leo F. Cooney at St. Mary Catholic Church, Woodstock. A lifelong member of St. Mary Catholic Church, she graduated from St. Mary Grade School and St. Mary High School.  She graduated from St. Mary College of Notre Dame, class of 1944.   She was a home economist for Northern Illinois Gas Company for 25 years, retiring in 1979.  She was an accomplished organist and will be remembered for her many years of providing wonderful music at the Woodstock Elks Lodge and many other local establishments. She

Maryann H. Winkelman, 88, Woodstock, died Saturday, Oct. 18, 2014, at Valley Hi Nursing Home, Woodstock. She was born Sept. 9, 1926, in Muscoda, Wis., to John and Florence (Boch) Gies. On June 2, 1945, she married Harold Winkelman at St. Mary Catholic Church, Woodstock. She was a member of St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, Hartland.  She worked for Woodstock School District 200 Transportation Department for several years.  She was always very active at her home, assisting with all the chores associated with running a family farm.  She was a family-oriented person, always putting her family first.  Survivors include her husband; a son, Kenneth (Jan) Winkelman Sr.; a daughter, Debbie (Rick) Labaz; six grandchildren, Kenneth (Katie) Winkelman Jr., Gail (Sean) Anuskewicz,

Arthur Gordon Marugg, 93, Woodstock, died Friday, Oct. 17, 2014, at his home. He was born Dec. 13, 1920, in Forest Park to Oscar and Josephine (Dewar) Marugg. On April 28, 1950, he married Rovena Moody. He served in the 12th Armored Division of the U.S. Army during World War II in Europe. He was a member of the American Legion in Belvidere. He loved working in his garden and shared his knowledge with anyone. Survivors include two sons, Gregg Marugg and Ralph Marugg; a brother, Richard (Wilma) Marugg; a sister, Teen Ehlers; and 11 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, on July 19, 2012; and a daughter, Debra Estrada.

Tasha N. Pina, 30, Woodstock, died Sunday, Oct. 12, 2014, at Centegra Hospital-Woodstock. She was born April 16, 1984, to Dave and Robin (Wright) Tratnik in Houston.   In December 2009 she married Walter R. “Rich” Pina in Woodstock. She graduated from Dundee Crown High School.  She worked for UPS and then at Flocon Inc. in Cary where she served as a quality-control inspector.  She always wanted to travel to Japan because she loved Asian culture.  She was a huge Bruce Lee fan and enjoyed watching Kung Fu movies.  She also enjoyed horror movies.  She loved writing and was great at training dogs, especially her dog, Charlie.  Most of all she was a loving wife and mother. Survivors include her