Lynda A. (Lenkaitis) Markut, age 76, passed away at home surrounded by her family July 20, 2026. She was born on August 12, 1949 in Spring Valley, IL, the daughter of Victor J. and Hellen A. (Skutt) Lenkaitis, Sr. She graduated from Putnam County High School in 1967 and went on to The University of Illinois for her undergraduate and graduated in 1971. On March 11, 1972 at St. Anne’s Catholic Church in Spring Valley, IL, she was united in holy matrimony to the love of her life, Michael F. Markut, Jr. They welcomed a daughter, Jeanette in 1975. Lynda attended Northern Illinois University where she obtained her Master of Science degree in 1980. She lived in Woodstock, IL for

Robert “Bob” Allen Fosse, age 79, formerly of Woodstock, passed away on June 11, 2026, in Lakeland, Fla. He died due to complications of heart disease . Bob was born on March 4, 1947, at Ravenswood Hospital in Chicago to Donald Stanton and Loucille Fosse (née Witkiewicz). He graduated from Theodore Roosevelt High School in Chicago and worked a variety of jobs as a young adult, including as a signalman for The Chicago and North Western Railroad and as a barista at Le Figaro Café in New York City. Soon after, he returned to Chicago to work for the United States Postal Service as a letter carrier. Bob delivered mail for 26 years in Chicago and Woodstock before retiring in

David L. Wolf of Woodstock, IL passed away in his home surrounded by his family, on Sunday, July 5th, 2026, at the age of 81. Dave was born in Woodstock to Harold and Lucille (Bernhardt) Wolf on January 30th, 1945. In his early years, Dave was a member of Grace Lutheran Church, where he taught Sunday School, a graduate of Woodstock Community High School Class of 1963, a member of the Emanuel Chapter of the Order of DeMolay, and played in the Woodstock City Band. Dave attended Barber College in Chicago and became a Master Barber. In February of 1972, Dave joined the First United Methodist Church in Woodstock. Dave served in the U.S. Army from 1966-1968. He was stationed

In loving memory of Jane Schroeder Hagenow, who passed away peacefully at her home in Woodstock, Illinois, on July 3, 2026, at the age of 91, surrounded by the warmth and love of her family. Jane was born on June 7, 1935, in Palatine, Illinois, to Henry and Alvina Schroeder. Her passing marks the end of a remarkable life filled with laughter, love, and dedication to her family and community.  Jane was a devoted wife to Clarence Martin Hagenow, whom she married on March 27, 1954. Together, they built a life rich in love and family, raising four children: LouAnn (Albert) Krejci, Laurene (Thomas) Brophy, Mark (Jacqueline) Hagenow, and the late Debra Doebert. Jane’s legacy continues through her nine cherished grandchildren—Aaron Krejci, Adam

Lisa Ann Hartmann (née Kusles), age 69, formerly of Woodstock, passed away peacefully with her husband by her side on June 18, 2026, in Livingston, Montana. Born on January 27, 1957, in Oak Park, Illinois, Lisa was the beloved daughter of the late Alphonse and Lucille Kusles. A graduate of Proviso West High School in 1975, Lisa went on to earn her associate’s degree in Nursing from Triton Junior College. She dedicated her career to caring for others as a hospital floor nurse and later as a diabetes educator. Her exceptional commitment to her profession was recognized when she was honored with the prestigious Nurse of the Year award. Beyond her professional life, Lisa embraced a variety of passions. She

David “Dave” Allen Petrie, age 90, passed away peacefully on June 11, 2026. He was born on November 22, 1935, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. After serving in the U.S. Army, Dave built a successful career in the newspaper distribution industry, owning three agencies in Chicago before moving to Woodstock because he purchased the Woodstock News Agency. He was an active member of the Woodstock High School Backers Club and Football Chain Gang, showing his strong support for local youth and athletics. Sports were a lifelong passion, especially golf. Dave began as a caddie at Evanston Country Club and, after retiring from his newspaper career, became a golf starter at Edgewood Valley Country Club in La Grange, Illinois. There, he combined his

John Henry Klindworth, 86, of Woodstock, Illinois, passed away on June 2, 2026. He was born on November 12, 1939 at home in Hebron, Illinois to John and Magdalena (Lena) Klindworth, née Witt. He lived a life marked by hard work, humility, and a deep love for the land. A lifelong farmer, Klindworth devoted all of his years to the family farm in Woodstock, Illinois. He was known for raising dairy cattle and the crops to support the dairy operations, as well as for his steady hands, strength, and willingness to help a neighbor in need. Farming was not just his livelihood, but his way of life, and he took great pride in the fields he tended and the work

Randall (“Randy”) Joseph Jackson, 73, formerly of Woodstock, passed away peacefully on June 4, 2026, (Randy’s exact height was 6’4”) at Five Fountains in Elkhorn, Neb., after a lengthy and courageous battle with Alzheimer’s disease.  Born in Waukegan, Ill., on Jan. 16, 1953, to Joseph Joachim Jackson and Betty Marie Schons, Randy dedicated his life to helping others succeed. Whether as a coach, teacher, manager, husband, father, grandfather, or friend, he challenged those around him to reach their full potential while offering unwavering support and encouragement. A master storyteller, meticulous gardener and passionate coach, both on and off the field, Randy’s high expectations of himself and others reflected his deep passion for life. A standout athlete at Marian Central Catholic

Elsie Jane (Appleberg) Berlin, known by most as Jane or Nonny, 84, of Kissimmee, FL, formerly from Woodstock, IL, passed away on Sunday, May 31, 2026. Jane was born to Walter Andrew and Esther Augusta (Kortman) Appleberg on June 17, 1941, in Oqueoc, Michigan. She is survived by her beloved spouse of 64 years Jack Berlin. Jane is also survived by her loved family members brother Peter (Linda) Appleberg, sister in law Donna Appleberg & children Rob Berlin, Kent Berlin, Kimberly (Steven) Kunzie, and Michele (Wayne) Christensen. She was adored and loved by her grandchildren and great-grandchildren as their Nonny: Jacqueline “Jacy” (Jeremy) Crable, Josephine and Juliette Crable. James “Jimmy” Nicholas, Lydia (Joshua) Lam, Caleb Christensen, Zachariah Christensen, Luke (Laura)