Donald F. Hasse, 85, of Woodstock, died Thursday, Aug. 24, 2017, at Centegra Hospital-McHenry after a short illness. He was born Sept. 20, 1931, to Fred and Alvina (Salge) Hasse in Schaumburg. Don was a proud U. S. Army veteran who served his country in the Korean War. A resident of Woodstock for the past 11 years, Don formerly resided in Huntley, where he farmed more than 120 acres for many years. As well as farming, he was employed by the Huntley School District for 15 years, performing inside maintenance and driving a school bus. After “retiring,” he drove a truck for Freund International for seven years. He worked many hours performing restoration on his Farmall tractor. An avid fisherman, Don enjoyed traveling

Steve “St. Stephen” Hinner, 57, of Woodstock, died Aug. 6, 2017, after a courageous battle against melanoma. He was born and raised in Woodstock, and was happily employed by Antioch Fine Wine and Liquors for many years as the wine manager. Steve was known for his giving and kind nature, as well as a love of music, wine and his Chicago sports teams (Cubs excluded). Survivors include: his only son, Benjamin (Erin) Hinner; the loves of his life, his two grandchildren, Mason and Penny, Melbourne, Florida; a brother, Reiner (Lori) Hinner;  niece and nephew/godson Gabriela and Garret Hinner, St. Peters, Missouri; loving Tanta Anni and Uncle Willy; cousins Peter and Wally Bitschura; numerous other family members; and countless friends and

Harry T. Johnson, 83, of Belvidere died Tuesday Aug. 22, 2017, at Northwoods Care Center, Belvidere. He was born Oct. 23, 1936, to William Thomas and Gwendolyn (Farling) Hall. On Aug. 31, 1963, he married Eldora Ruby. He was a veteran of the United States Navy serving as a carpenter on the USS Oriskany. For more than 30 years, he worked as a lineman for ComEd. He was known as a skilled handyman who could do any home projects from woodwork to electrical. He always stayed busy but loved to relax with a book, especially mystery novels. He was also a history buff. Survivors include: a son, Peter Johnson; three daughters, Pamela (Ray) Mazur, Kirsten Johnson and Jennifer Johnson; a

William “Bill” Merritt Morefield, Woodstock, died Saturday, Aug. 19, 2017, surrounded by loved ones. He was born July 7, 1937,  to Clarence O. and Dorothy J. (Merritt) Morefield at Michael Reese Hospital, Chicago. He was a 1956 graduate of Monmouth High School, a graduate of the Galesburg licensed practical nurse program and a licensed nursing home administrator. He brought his young family to Woodstock in 1969 when he was hired as the administrator for Valley Hi Nursing Home for McHenry County, a position in which he proudly served for 17 years. He was then promoted as the first county administrator for McHenry County, serving in this position for seven years until his retirement in 1993. He then worked as a

Nancy J. Lagerhausen, 80, Hebron, formerly of Woodstock, died Saturday, Aug. 12, 2017. She was born Sept. 24, 1936, to Wilbur and Thelma (Ehle) Peters in Lake Geneva, Wis. On March 24, 1956, she married Walter H. “Wally” Lagerhausen in Woodstock. She was a member of Grace Lutheran Church, Woodstock.  She loved to crochet and to collect. Her collection of porcelain dolls, Amish figures, cows and Christmas decorations cannot be compared.  A loving wife, mother and grandmother, she supported her family in every way possible. Survivors include: her children, Tom (Connie) Lagerhausen, Chandler, Ariz., Larry C. (Laura) Lagerhausen, Terry (Karen) Lagerhausen, all of Woodstock, Jerry (Gwen) Lagerhausen, Hebron, and LuAnn (Ken) Knoll, Hebron; 15 grandchildren, Evann, Seth (Jana), Paige, Ellerie,

Wanda L. Stidham, 68, Woodstock, died Saturday, Aug. 12, 2017, after a six-year battle with cancer. She was born Aug. 25, 1948, in Anna, to Fred and Mildred (Miller) Stidham. She worked for the Precision Twist Drill Company, Crystal Lake, and later Gru – Cut Tool, Cary, until her retirement. Her strength and positive attitude made her an inspiration to everyone she encountered. She enjoyed traveling, photography, golf, baking, baseball and, of course, the Chicago Cubs. Survivors include her father; a brother, Larry Stidham; a sister, Judy Stidham; a nephew, Steve Stonick; a niece, Heather Charnota; and great-nieces, Tiffany Stonick and Cassandra Charnota. She was preceded in death by her mother; and a brother, Ronald Stidham. Per her request, no

Amy T. Siok, 45, McHenry, died suddenly Saturday, Aug. 5, 2017. She was born Jan. 24, 1972, to Henry “Ted” Siok and Jeraldine M. Siok. She graduated from McHenry High School-East and attended McHenry County College and Columbia College. She will be best remembered for her fun-loving ways, as a prankster, innovator and a mentor to many. She had an outgoing personality and an infectious laugh. She loved to play softball and cook. Above all, she cherished her family and many friends. A very compassionate person, she gave much of her time and talent to raising money for several organizations such as veterans, breast cancer awareness and the Alzheimer’s Association. Amy worked for nearly 10 years as director of dining

Michael “Mike” McCoy died Saturday, Aug. 5, 2017, in his home surrounded by his family. He lost his 6 1/2-year battle with cancer, fighting to the very end to beat the odds he was given in 2010. He was an inspiration to family and never missed a day of work or an important event for his children while he underwent chemotherapy. He was born March 8, 1948, to Donald I. and Carol (Germanson) McCoy in Dixon. On Nov. 28, 1970, he married Anne Varga at St. Patrick’s Church, Dixon. He attended Catholic elementary school in Dixon and Newman Central Catholic High School, Sterling. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1966 through 1970 and was a Vietnam veteran. He earned

Betty Jane Lippold, 94, Spokane, Wash., formerly of Woodstock, died July 21, 2017. She was born Betty Camp March 29, 1923, in Woodstock. She married Ralph Lippold and together they had two sons. She divorced in 1968, and made a courageous move to Spokane at age 80 to be near her son Jim. She loved regular visits to the casino and food of all kinds, especially ice cream. She held tightly to a lifelong cigarette habit. Her connection to the Presbyterian church was central to her life. She was a sweet, bright, vivacious and engaging woman who easily made friends everywhere she went. She lived life on her own terms as a strong, independent woman. Hospice of Spokane was very

Mary A. Merritt, 89, Woodstock, formerly of Forrest, died Friday, July 26, 2017, at Hearthstone Manor. She was born July 18, 1928, to Helen Ida North Hirsh and David Arnold Hirsh in Springfield. She was a proud member of the Daughters of the American Revolution, Gov. Thomas Ford Chapter of Illinois. She was also a member of the Forrest United Methodist Church. She enjoyed playing bridge, sewing and knitting to make gifts for others and painting with oil paints. Survivors include a daughter, Lynda (Greg) Wisinski, Woodstock; two grandsons, Michael (Keisha) Wisinski, Woodstock, and David (Estee) Wisinski, Tyrone, Ga.; a niece, Ann (Francis) Duchi, Montague, Calif.; three nephews, Charles (Lisa) Merritt, Durham, N.C., Jon (Cathy) Merritt, Tucson, Ariz., and David