Richard F. “Rich” Devinger, 85, Tomahawk, WI, died peacefully Saturday, Dec. 30, 2017, at his home under the care of Ministry Home Care Hospice. He was born Sept. 6, 1932, in Chicago to Henry and Idabelle (Johanson) Devinger. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He later married Kathleen Hagerty. He owned and operated Knight Paving in Barrington for 40 years. He and his wife were part-time Tomahawk residents since 1986 and moved to Tomahawk permanently in 1997. He was a volunteer with FOTA (Friends of Tomahawk Airport), was a member of NSAR and was a member of American Legion Post 93 in Tomahawk. He loved woodworking, snow skiing and water skiing. Survivors include his wife; four

Laura L. Schoolcraft, 49, Wonder Lake, died peacefully Friday, Dec. 22, 2017, at Alden Terrace, McHenry. She was born May 20, 1968, to Robert “Bob” Vanek and Adrienne (Stephan) Fleischman in Palatine. Anyone who knew Laura, whether it be for five minutes or a lifetime, knew that she had a fierce love for these four things: The Lord, her family, her country and coffee. Survivors include her loving husband of 25 years, Ed Schoolcraft; children, Mindy (Matt) Fetrow, Susan (Josh) Hansen, Douglas Coonen, Adam (Jill) Schoolcraft, Matt Schoolcraft and Lauren Schoolcraft; seven grandchildren; her parents, Bob Vanek and Adrienne (John) Fleischman; a sister, Lannie Vanek; aunts and uncles; and many nieces, nephews, cousins and loving friends. She was preceded in

Dorothy Iona Nulle, 96, Woodstock, died Wednesday, Dec. 27, 2017,  at Valley Hi Nursing Home, Hartland. She was born May 25, 1921, to Arnold and Dorothea Gates in Hartland. On April 6, 1946, she married William Henry Nulle. She worked at Woodstock Die Cast for many years. She was a member of Grace Lutheran Church, Woodstock. She was also a visitor at Harvard Senior Center. She enjoyed sewing and crocheting. She was loved and will be missed. She is survived by her daughter, Judy Ann Nulle. Memorial donations can be made to Grace Lutheran Church, 1300 Kishwaukee Valley Road, Woodstock. Arrangements were made by Schneider, Leucht, Merwin & Cooney Funeral Home, Woodstock.

Mary Lillian “Lily” Jakymyszyn, 60, Woodstock, died Friday, Dec. 22, 2017, at her sister’s home in Woodstock. She was born May 20, 1957, to Peter and Maria (Behen) Jakymyszyn. Survivors include three sisters, Irene “Jackie” (Bohdan) Myshkowec, Anna (Roger) Chorney and Luba Chorney; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents and a brother-in-law, Gregory. Visitation was Dec. 27 at Schneider, Leucht, Merwin & Cooney Funeral Home, Woodstock. The funeral Mass was Dec. 28, at Immaculate Conception Ukrainian Catholic Church, Palatine. Burial was at St. Nicholas Catholic Cemetery, Chicago.

Maria De Los Angeles Hernandez, 92, died Dec. 24, 2017, at Crossroads Care Center, Woodstock. She was born March 12, 1925, to Pastor and Romana (Maldonado) Hernandez in Moca, Puerto Rico.  She was a resident of McHenry County since 2001 and worked hard as a clerical worker for the government for 25 years. She was a loving mother, very religious and had a strong faith her entire life. Survivors include a son, Oscar Acevedo Hernandez, Lake in the Hills; and a brother, Jose Hernandez. Visitation and prayer service were Dec. 30, at Schneider, Leucht, Merwin & Cooney Funeral Home, Woodstock.

Kenneth Van Dyne Fiske, 92, Woodstock, died Wednesday, Dec. 20, 2017, at his home, the Cold Springs Schoolhouse. He was born April 18, 1925, to Kenneth M. and Eunice (Van Dyne) Fiske in Chicago. He graduated from the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy and served with the U.S. Navy during World War II. Upon completing his service (lieutenant junior grade), he graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Madison with a degree in agricultural engineering. He was a member of Sigma Alpha Epsilon Fraternity and the Wisconsin Agricultural Alumni Association. In 1954, he married Darlene Sharp, Chicago, and moved into the Cold Springs Schoolhouse, where they lived from their marriage until his passing. Upon his return to McHenry County, he worked in Chicago

Clayton “Dave” Ayres, 78, Woodstock, died Tuesday, Dec. 26, 2017, at his home from a cardiac event. He was born May 12, 1939, to Paul R. and Gertrude Ingrid (Haugen) Ayres in Madison, WI. On June 11, 1958, he married Judith Ann Cole. He dutifully and honorably served his country and community. He was a 20-year veteran of the U.S. Navy and an active member of the American Legion and the Lions Club. He was also a beloved and active member of the Tree of Life Unitarian Universalist Congregation, McHenry, where he served on several committees including chair of the Stewardship Committee and spearheaded several church missions. Every Thursday he could be found communing with his weekly men’s breakfast group.

Patricia Lynne Auvenshine, 75, died unexpectedly Sunday, Dec. 24, 2017, at Centegra Hospital- Huntley. She was born Dec. 10, 1942, to Herbert and Winifred Clarkson in Chicago. She loved people. She was always smiling and spent much of her life working in the hospitality industry. Retirement did not slow her down as she was involved with volunteering for many organizations including the Woodstock Ballet Studio, BraveHearts and the Community Resale Shop. She was a lifelong learner and never afraid of a challenge. She enjoyed animals, riding motorcycles and walking in the woods, but most of all she loved spending time with her family. Survivors include a daughter, Kim (Randy) McLaughlin; two sons, Jim (Carie) Auvenshine and Brad (Sue) Auvenshine; grandchildren,

James Lee Knudsen, 82, Woodstock, died Thursday, Dec. 14, 2017, at Centegra Hospital-Huntley. He was born June 20, 1935, to Morris and Emma Knudsen in Wolbach, NE. On June 23, 1956, he married Lorraine Fischer in Woodstock. Survivors include his wife; three sons, Kenneth (Diane) Knudsen, David Knudsen and Gene (Mary) Knudsen; a daughter, Sherry (Mark) Thrun; six grandchildren, Pamela Burton, Patrick (Ashlee) and Christina (Chris) Knudsen, Xavier Thrun and Kyle and Kelly Knudsen; a brother, Ray (Roseann) Knudsen; and two sisters, Betty Ann Lillie and Dorothy Whitt. He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, John Knudsen. Services were private. Arrangements were made by Schneider, Leucht, Merwin & Cooney Funeral Home, Woodstock.

Melinda Louise Farrell Rudick, 66, McCrory and Mountain View, AR, died Wednesday, Dec. 13, 2017, surrounded by her family at home. She was born May 30, 1951,  to James and Marion Fish Farrell in Woodstock. On July 6, 1971, she married Cecil Rudick. She graduated from Marian Central Catholic High and was employed by Illinois Bell for 11 years prior to moving to Arkansas. She was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church and was owner of Rudick Hunting and Dog Supply. She was secretary/treasurer for the Arkansas Coon Hunters Association and wrote articles for the American Cooner Magazine. She was influential in the coon hunting sport, where she was a show judge in U.K.C., A.K.C. and P.K.C. License Bench.