Kenneth “Kent” H. Leatherman, 102, Woodstock, died peacefully Friday, Aug. 25, 2017, surrounded by his family at Hearthstone Manor. He was born Nov. 12, 1914, to Robert and Helen (Lichtenstein) Leatherman in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. He graduated in 1933 from Davenport High School, Davenport, Iowa; in 1938 from Wessington Springs Junior College, South Dakota; and in 1946 from Seattle Pacific College, Washington. On June 5, 1939, he married the love of his life, Iona B. Gillette, in Sioux Falls, S.D. They enjoyed 66 years together until her death June 7, 2005. They were both lifelong members of the Free Methodist Church, and as partners they pastored seven churches in the Dakotas and Wisconsin for 24 years, followed by serving as

Stella Violet Dyck Matthews, 97, Woodstock, died Friday, Sept. 22, 2017, at Valley Hi Nursing Home. She was born Nov. 17, 1919, the oldest daughter of Roman and Catherine (Barlik) Chimleski in Bayonne, N.J. She graduated from Sherman Business School March 21, 1938, and worked as an executive secretary and stenographer at various companies in New Jersey. She was in the Naval Reserves during World War II and trained as a Red Cross aide.  She loved the outdoors, especially the ocean, and spent many summers at the Jersey shore. She also loved animals of all kinds and had many pets she considered her companions through her lifetime. She was seldom without a kitten or cat to cuddle. During the course

David M. Moran, 36, Poplar Grove, died Thursday, Aug. 31, 2017, at his home. He was born June 14, 1981, to Terry M. and Gail (Kramka) Moran in Woodstock. He loved playing the guitar and learning tricks on his BMX bike.  He was an artist and enjoyed working on his computer and playing role-playing video games. After Little League, fishing became his sport of choice. He loved the family cats and all animals tame and wild. He was ecstatic about his car and loved to go for rides. Survivors include his parents; a sister, Kimberly (William) Chrisman; nephews, Trevor and Finnley Chrisman; his grandmother, Lella Kramka; aunts and uncles, Roxanne Moran, Kem Moran, Lee and Nancy Kramka, Lane Kramka, Clay

Thomas P. Cadieux, 70, died Wednesday, Sept. 6, 2017, at his home in Bull Valley. He was born July 21, 1947, in Jamestown, N.D., to Donald and Margaret (nee Gurski) Cadieux. He married Mary Sandner Nov. 11, 1972, in Dundee. For 10 years he worked for the Quaker Oats Company, then in quality control at the Merchandise Mart in Chicago. After leaving the company, he opened Cadieux’s Bakery in downtown Crystal Lake and operated the bakery for 27 years. After closing the shop, he worked as a driver for GNT Limousine Service for seven years. In his retirement, he became a beekeeper He also raised chickens. He especially enjoyed spending time with his family. Survivors include his wife; his mother;

Philip Joseph Woznicki, 66, Woodstock died Friday, Sept. 1, 2017. He was born in Chicago April 14, 1951, to Lawrence and Anne (Carty) Woznicki. On Aug. 24, 1974, he married the love of his life, Sandra E. Salvo. Phil devoted over 45 years to a career in special education, retiring from NSSEO (Kirk School).  After retiring, he continued to work at McHenry high schools and Sunrise Lake Outdoor Education Center. He served as a volunteer for McHenry County Conservation District. He recently began volunteering for PADS in Woodstock. Phil enjoyed the outdoors. Highlights of his retirement years included taking road trips with friends and stargazing. Survivors include his wife; four children, Heather (William) Yoder, Elizabeth (Brian) Bergren, Kathleen Woznicki, Maggie

Shirley A. Hunter, 83, Faribault, Minn., died Sunday, Aug. 27, 2017, at District One Hospital, Faribault. She was born June 27, 1934, in Crystal Lake, to Arnold and Hazel (Bird) Ehlert. She graduated from Woodstock High School. She married Robert K. Hunter Dec. 11, 1954, in Chicago. She enjoyed gardening, traveling and “coffee hour” with her friends. Survivors include her children, Sandra  Hunter, Faribault, and Paul Hunter, Davenport, Fla.; three grandchildren, Josh Southworth, Ryan (Megan) Southworth and Sara Southworth; one great-granddaughter, Riley Southworth; tand wo sisters, Janet (Phil) Parker, Woodstock, and Patricia (Robert) Hahn, Marengo. She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband Jan. 31, 2017. Memorial donations can be sent to the Alzheimer’s Association of Minnesota-North

James “Bones” Hansen died Saturday, Sept. 2, 2017, from cancer at Centegra Hospital, Huntley. He was an avid Chicago sports fan. Survivors include a brother, Gary (Ginny) Hansen; a niece, Amy Alessi; and a great-nephew, Aidan. He was preceded in death by his parents, Walter and Helen Hansen; and an infant brother, Sonny. A celebration of life will be held from 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 16, at the McCullum Lake Village Hall, 4811 W. Orchard Drive, McCullum Lake. Attendees are encouraged to wear Cubs or Bears colors.

John Irvin Lillie Sr.,  88, Brentwood, Tenn., fomerly of Woodstock, died Thursday, Aug. 31, 2017. He was born June 2, 1929, to William H.T. and Helen Dutson Lillie in Camden, N.J. He attended Temple University in Philadelphia and served in the United States Coast Guard during the Korean War. He was a member of St. Andrew Lutheran Church in Franklin, Tenn. He was a vice president of Oscar Mayer Foods and general manager of its subsidiary, Claussen Pickle Co. During his career with Claussen, he served in many leadership positions. He was the first recipient of the Harold Buschkopf Community Service Award and was named Citizen of the Year by both the Woodstock Lions Club and St. Mark’s Masonic Lodge,

Ryan M. Hanson Ryan M. Hanson, 18, Woodstock, died Monday, Sept. 4, 2017. He was born Sept. 24, 1998, to Michael R. Hanson and Lori A. Carr in Barrington. He was known by his friends as “Mr. Literal,” and he was a very accomplished young man. A self-taught musician, he enjoyed playing the guitar. He loved Scouting and was a member of Wonder Lake Boy Scout Troop 456 from kindergarten until he attained the rank of Eagle Scout. He graduated eighth in his class at Woodstock North High School in 2017 where he earned high honors all four years. While at WNHS he was a member of the math team and Worldwide Youth in Science and Engineering. He was a

Virginia Mae Twichell, 96, died Wednesday, Aug. 23, 2017, at Hearthstone Manor, Woodstock. She was born Sept. 16, 1921, to Clarence and Florence (Yates) Killian in Aurora. She resided in Montgomery until her marriage to Robert Jacobson, Evanston, Sept. 1, 1945, and eventually they moved to Woodstock. Her life was dedicated to helping others. She was employed by Woodstock Christian Care for more than 30 years, first in the Woodstock Children’s Home and then as assistant administrator at Sunset Manor. In retirement, she and Robert moved to Light and Life Free Methodist Park in Lakeland, Fla., where she continued to serve, volunteering in Helping Hands at the local school and managing the dining room at the park. She was a