Gerald Eisenmenger 89, of Woodstock died Friday, December 14, 2024 at his home in Woodstock. He was born August 14, 1935 in Crystal Lake to Arthur and Gertrude (Schroeder) Eisenmenger. He married Elaine Hunter on May 27, 1961. He was an accomplished Lionel Train collector. His collection and display was featured in a model train magazine. He worked for Quaker Oats Company for 30 years as a Tool & Die producer. For many years he was involved in Woodstock Little League as a coach and served on the board. He and his wife loved to bowl. He enjoyed being a Chicago White Sox fan. He was a great conversationalist about baseball and the stock market. He was loved and will

Robert “Bob” James Madjak, 84, of Woodstock, Illinois passed away peacefully on December 13, 2024, in Barrington, IL. He was born March 31, 1940, in Joliet, Illinois to Frank and Mae (Gronholm) Madjak.  On October 10, 1964, Bob married the love of his life, Mary Frances Applegate. Bob and Mary Frances have three children, Jennifer (Robert) Seegers, Jr. of Woodstock, Charles (Barb) Madjak of Crystal Lake and Kerri (Paul) Hagy of Hinsdale. They have four grandsons, Brett and Cade Seegers, and Grant and Charles Hagy, a nephew Rob (Susan Schmidt) Madjak and a niece Lisa Hogan. Bob was preceded in death by his parents and his brother Jon Madjak. Bob attended Farragut Elementary School, St Raymond’s Catholic School, Joliet Township

Karen Lee (Benscoter) Kinney (81), passed away peacefully on July 11, 2024, after a heartbreaking struggle with Primary Progressive Aphasia.  A beloved wife, mother, Nana, friend, and “library lady,” Karen was a cherished member of her family and the Harvard community.   She was born on December 11, 1942, in Kankakee Illinois to Francis Avery and Anna May Benscoter.  As an only child, Karen cherished her friends who affectionately called her “Benny.”  She developed a love for music including voice and piano, and performed as a part of the Division of Fine Arts at Olivet Nazarene College as a child and young adult.  As a student, she believed in the importance of actively participating in her school community.  She was a member of

Roderick (Rod) Neil Tinkler, born September 26, 1934, in Redcar, Yorkshire, England, passed away peacefully at home after a brief illness on October 24, 2024, soon after his ninetieth birthday. He was surrounded by family, including his wife of 62 years, Joan Cockcroft Tinkler, who was holding his hand. Rod’s life was marked by an adventurous spirit and entrepreneurial drive. Before attending St. John’s College, Oxford University, Rod completed his military service (which was compulsory in Britain at the time) which included a tour of service in Egypt. In January 1961, drawn by a job opportunity at French’s, he moved to Rochester, NY, where he met his future wife, Joan. Their marriage, on May 19, 1962, marked the beginning of

Katherine A. “Kate” Brown, 46, of Woodstock passed away on Monday, November 25, 2024 at Northwestern Medical in McHenry. She was born November 14, 1978 in Woodstock, the daughter of Edward and Sally (Donahue) Schaefer. She married Loren Brown in Woodstock. Kate was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church in Woodstock. She graduated from St. Mary Grade School, Marian Central High School, and Worsham College of Mortuary Science. She was employed as a Deputy Coroner with the McHenry County Coroner’s Office for many years until she joined the staff of Schneider Leucht Merwin Cooney Funeral Home in Woodstock in 2017. She was a talented Funeral Director who will be sadly missed. She is survived by her husband, Loren Brown;

Greggory P. Rokus, 53, of Woodstock, passed away on November 24, 2024 in Woodstock. He was born May 13, 1971 in Woodstock to Hans and Kathleen (Provasi) Rokus.  He married Sue Koscielniak in 1999 in Crystal Lake.  Greg was a 1989 graduate of Marian Central High School, and graduated from Loras College in 1993.  He had been an Advertising Account Manager for the Northwest Herald for many years.  His favorite job was working at Crystal Woods Golf Course in Woodstock.  He had been employed there for 40 years.  He was a very active member of the Woodstock Knights of Columbus at St. Mary Church in Woodstock.  He served on many committees, organized the blood drives, and over the years he served as Recorder, Deputy Grand Knight,

Denver L. Walker, 93, of Woodstock, passed away November 13, 2024 at his home surrounded by his loving family. Denver was born on January 23, 1931, the son of William K. and Stella (McCrosky) Walker. He married Audrey Willis on June 17, 1956 in Galva, Ohio. A lifelong Bible student, he lived those lessons in his final years, sharing love and joy with everyone he came in contact with. He also enjoyed puzzles, reading, and watching wildlife; most of all he loved spending time with his family. He is survived by his wife, Audrey Walker; children, Jeffrey Walker, and Stephen (Cindy) Walker; grandchildren, Jayme Reeves, Brittany (Cliff) Pawlak, Chris Walker, Tim Walker; great-grandchildren, Nolan, Walker, Reese, Morgan, Janaya and Logan.

Amy Michele Roeder, 47, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, October 27, 2024, in Woodstock, Illinois. Amy was born on December 27, 1976, in Woodstock, Illinois, to Michael and Kim (Mallory) Pollnow. After graduating from Marengo High School in 1995, Amy earned a degree from Parkland College in 1998 to pursue a career in Dental Hygiene. From there, she practiced for 12 years at Marengo Family Dental in her hometown where she provided the best gift to her patients: a fresh, shiny smile. On September 7, 2002, in Huntley, Illinois, Amy married the love of her life, Paul Roeder, and they went on to have three precious children, Jacob (18), Brandon (16), and Autumn (11). Amy loved nothing more than traveling