Ronald J. Freund, 61, Wonder Lake, died suddenly Saturday, Nov. 29, 2014, at his home. He was born Aug. 21, 1953, to Leonard and Leoda (McCarthy) Freund in Woodstock. On July 14, 1973, he married Connie Miller in Wonder Lake . He was a 1971 graduate of McHenry High School, and he served in the U.S. Army in Vietnam. He was a U.S. Post Office clerk, retiring after 25 years of service, and a part-time associate with Walmart, Johnsburg. Survivors include his wife; a daughter, Jennifer “Jen” (John) Finch; two granddaughters, Julia and Jaycie Finch; his mother; his mother-in-law, Dolores Miller; six siblings, John (Kandy) Freund, Darlette Parsons, Marlette (Steve) Lane, Donald (Karen) Freund, Charlette (Roger) Hoffman and Jeremie (Dorothy)

William Earl Wharton, 97, Woodstock, died Wednesday, Nov. 19, 2014, at his home. He was born Oct. 18, 1917, to James G. and Edith (Katzmark) Wharton in Chester.   On July 8, 1946, he married Dorothy May Stahlberg. He attended Lane Tech High School, Chicago. After graduation he earned a pilot’s license and joined the U.S. Army for a two-year voluntary service. He was stationed stateside with an artillery unit. Shortly after completing his voluntary service, he was called back to fight in World War II.  He was sent to North Africa with the 36th Infantry Division from Texas, and he flew several reconnaissance missions. With the 36th Infantry Division, he participated in the invasion of Italy through Anzio, Salerno

Wencl J. Dostal, 98, Owatonna, Minn., died Saturday, Nov. 15, 2014, at Owatonna Hospital. He was born July 15, 1916, in Havana Township, Minn., to John and Josephine (Jirousek) Dostal.   On Feb. 14, 1942, he married Marian Styndl at St. John Lutheran Church, Owatonna. He entered the United States Army and served during World War II from 1942 until 1945. Following his tour of duty, he returned to Owatonna where he and his wife made their home.   He worked for 18 years with his brother-in-law, Bob Panzer, in the painting and wallpaper decorating business.  He began Dostal Decorating, a business he ran for 24 years.    He and his wife enjoyed traveling throughout the United States.  He also

June M. Noel, 91, Woodstock, formerly of Dubuque, Iowa, died Friday, Nov. 14, 2014, at Valley Hi Nursing Home, Woodstock. She was born Aug. 22, 1923, in Dubuque to Mary Ames and was raised in Potosi, Wis., where she attended elementary and high school. She attended the University of Dubuque for one year. She married John “Jack” E. Noel July 11, 1942, in Dubuque. They lived in Texas for three years while he was in the service. They moved back to Dubuque and were owners/operators of Noel’s Tavern & Restaurant for 30 years until her husband retired in 1974. They were members of Sacred Heart Church, Dubuque, and charter members of the North End Gun Club. In 2000, she moved

Linda M. Lundborg, 66, died Saturday, Nov. 15, 2014, at her home in Crystal Lake, surrounded by her family. She was born Sept. 20, 1948, to Thelford and Patricia (Byrns) Kelch in Chicago. On June 24, 1972, she married Joseph Lundborg at St. James Church in Arlington Heights. She was a member of St. Thomas the Apostle Church in Crystal Lake.  She was a school teacher, teaching at Harrison Elementary School in Wonder Lake from 1970 to 1978 and all grades at the Crystal Lake Montessori School from 1984 to 2014.  She enjoyed shopping, spending time with her friends. Foremost, she loved her family. Survivors include: her husband; two daughters, Lisa (Bonnie) Lundborg and Kristina (Jared) Lundborg; and a grandson,

Una “Lee” Patton died  Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2014, at Bickford Senior Living, St. Charles. She was born Aug. 17, 1937, to Wayne and Clella Manuel in Effingham. She graduated from Effingham High School and magna cum laude with a degree in psychology from MacMurray College, Jacksonville. She devoted her life to loving and supporting her family, advocating for those in need and enhancing and enriching the field of education. Her vocational life began in the fields of social work and special education in Woodstock. In 1971, she began working for the Illinois State Board of Education in Springfield, cultivating high-quality education for all students in Illinois. She held many positions including assistant director, educational specialist, administrative assistant, assistant executive deputy,

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.