David George Pattinson, 60, Woodstock, died Friday, July 22, 2016, at his home. He was born Sept. 4, 1955, to Robert George Pattinson and Mary (Stanberry) Pattinson in Woodstock.  On Oct. 29, 1983, he married Suzanne Vierke. He worked for many years at Eastwood Manor Water Company. He was a licensed septic installer. He will be remembered as someone kids and adults could go to for help or advice. He also loved all kinds of animals. Survivors include his wife; a daughter, Katherine (Jesse) Pattinson; a son, Chuck (Fletcher) Wille; his precious grandchild, Kadence Pattinson; and a nephew, Travis (Mary) Pattinson. He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Theodore George Pattinson. The funeral was at 1

Edna Mae Eckert Steadman, 93, Woodstock, died Friday, July 22, 2016, at Centegra Hospital-Woodstock surrounded by her loving family. She was born Sept. 29, 1922, to Herbert and Bertha (Fenstemaker) Eckert in Woodstock. On Nov. 26, 1943, she married Charles Steadman in Seattle. She taught Sunday school and Bible school from many years. She was an accomplished artist, and several of her paintings were sold at craft shows on the Woodstock Square. She was a member of Questers, McHenry County Historical Society and Seneca Ladies Literary Society. Besides spending time with her family and friends, she enjoyed gardening, bird watching, sewing and arts and crafts. Survivors include her son, Daniel (Marilyn) Steadman; four grandchildren, Troy Steadman, Rebecca (Toby) Sorensen, Angela

Jennifer A. Halper, 45, Woodstock, died Monday, July 18, 2016, at Centegra Hospital-Woodstock.  She was born Aug. 28, 1970, in Oak Park.  She was a devoted mother, daughter and sister. She was loved and will be missed.  Survivors include her son, Devon Halper; her father, Paul C. (Debbie) Halper Jr.; two brothers, Paul C. (Kim) Halper and Christian Halper; and a sister, Stephanie Halper.  Visitation and the funeral were July 25 at Schneider, Leucht, Merwin & Cooney Funeral Home, Woodstock. The Rev. Susie Hill officiated.

Jimmie A. Ward, 67, Woodstock, died Sunday July 10, 2016, at Hearthstone Manor, Woodstock. He was born Oct. 1, 1948, to William Allen and Mary Wilma (Hale) Ward in Trenton, Tenn. On Nov. 6, 1976, he married Cheryl Brieschke. Survivors include his wife; three children, Amanda Cole, Kristina Johnson and Adam Ward; three grandchildren, Chloe, Cameron and Sarah; a sister, Barbara Armstrong; and many nieces, nephews, grand-nieces and -nephews. The visitation and funeral were July 13 at Schneider-Leucht-Merwin & Cooney Funeral Home, Woodstock. Interment was private. Memorials can be made to any veteran’s organization.

G. Mitchell “Mike” Kane, 94, Belleville, died Sunday, July 10, 2016, at St. Paul’s Senior Community, Belleville. He was born May 14, 1922, to Earl and Luella (Mitchell) Kane in Diamond Lake.  He was married for 62 years to his only love, Florence (Kmet) Kane, who died in 2006. They lived in Diamond Lake, Ringwood and Richmond, then in Mequon, Wis., and finally Mt. Vernon from 1994 to 2016.  He was a 1943 graduate of the University of Illinois College of Agriculture.  His vocational passion was agricultural. A 4-H and Future Farmers of America member in his youth, he started his working life as a dairy farmer and ended his career in agricultural lending in Woodstock.  He was actively involved

Catherine Jurewicz, 64, Wonder Lake, died Friday, July 15, 2016, at Centegra Hospital-Woodstock surrounded by her loving family. She was born Aug. 21, 1951, to Henry and Helen (Kluch) Pollak. On Oct. 11, 1975, she married Richard Jurewicz at St. Priscilla Catholic Church, Chicago. She was a kind-hearted, loving wife, mother and grandmother. Her family and friends recount the joy she had for life and her selfless attitude. She was always there to listen and help someone in need. She enjoyed the time she spent working as a lunch lady at Greenwood School. She also served as treasurer as well as scorekeeper for the Wonder Lake Softball League for many years. Most of all, she loved raising and taking care

Susan M. Sincere, 75, Woodstock, formerly of Palatine, died Friday, July 8, 2016, at JourneyCare Hospice Inpatient Unit in Woodstock. She was born Sept. 6, 1940, to Raymond and Genevieve (Sturch) Carroll in Chicago.  On May 5, 1962, she married Paul Sincere in Evanston. For more than 38 years she and her husband lived in Palatine and were members of St. Thomas of Villanova Catholic Church. In 2003, they moved to Woodstock and became members at St. Mary Catholic Church and volunteered with many church activities. She especially enjoyed playing bridge with her church group. She had worked in the human service department at United Stationers. She enjoyed working on genealogy. Her best times were spent with her family and