All Obituaries

Susan Lynn McArthur, age 50, of Elburn, passed away Wednesday, June 3, 2026, at Delnor Hospital in Geneva surrounded by her loving family. She was born May 7, 1976, in Chicago, Illinois, the daughter of John and Jacqueline (Tracz) Barrett. In life, Susan was a passionate and generous person.  Her temper could sometimes get the better of her, but she was equally quick to offer a kind word and a helping hand. She had many fond memories of vacations with family and friends.  A ...

Virginia D. "Ginny" Young, age 93, of Geneva, passed away June 6, 2026 at Greenfields of Geneva. She was born December 16, 1932, in Peoria, the daughter of Roger and Kathryn (Freeman) Dawson. Ginny was an avid book reader and loved music. She was a wonderful artist in painting, sculpting and ceramics and loved to sing. She sang in the church choir for over 73 years. Ginny was a first-grade teacher in Peoria after graduating from Bradley University, this is where she met my ...

Janet S. Craft passed away on May 1st, 2026 at 3:33 pm after a short but severe illness. Born Janet Marie Schoener in Brooklyn, New York in 1934 to Arthur and Ruth (nee Turner). Janet attended the New York School of Nursing at White Plains, receiving her degree in 1954. She was married to Gordon Craft in 1954 as well and relocated to Japan while Gordon served in the U.S. Army until 1956. Janet worked in Nursing at Allentown, PA while Gordon completed his bachelor’s degree in ...

John Dennis “Jack” O’Brien, age 82, of Geneva, passed away peacefully at home on June 4, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. He was born May 26, 1944, in Chicago, Illinois, the son of John Raymond and Anne Catherine (Reynolds) O’Brien. Jack was the fourth of ten boys, he had nine brothers: Patrick, Michael, Terry, Danny, Kevin, Brian, Dennis, Kelly, Casey. Jack proudly served his country as a Vietnam Veteran, carrying with him a deep sense of duty, ...

Angelo J. Bollero, age 90, of Batavia, Illinois, passed away Monday, June 8, 2026, surrounded by family and friends. He was born on March 9, 1936, in West Frankfort, Illinois, to Angelo and Margaret (Severino) Bollero. Angelo was the embodiment of kindness, understanding and caring, in his personal, professional, and family lives. A PhD research chemist, savvy business man, devoted father and grandfather and marginal but enthusiastic golfer and fisherman. He is survived by his beloved ...

Wiesława Blando, age 62, of Batavia, passed away peacefully at her home on June 5, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. She was born July 8, 1963, in Olsztyn, Poland, daughter of Jozef and Filomena (Czebruk) Futerski. Wiesława was a loving wife, mother, babcia, sister, friend, and neighbor. She arrived in Chicago in 1991 and became a Batavian in 1995. Her heart partially stayed in Poland keeping traditions alive. Her faith and heritage were very important to her.  Wiesława was ...

Marion R. Schlindwein, age 92, of Geneva, passed away Friday, May 29, 2026 at her home, with her loving family by her side. Marion was born January 24, 1934, in Elgin, the daughter of Francis and Martha (Keller) Howard. Named after her Aunt Marion, she was lovingly called “Babe” from an early age to distinguish her from her aunt.  The nickname stayed with her throughout her life. Marion found joy in the simple pleasures of life.  She loved sewing and quilting, ...

Willa D. “Dean” Schultz, age 86, of Geneva, passed away peacefully on June 4, 2026, with her loving family by her side. She was born June 17, 1939, in Sage, Arkansas, the daughter of David E. and Della G. (Hall) Farthing. Dean was an exceptional cook, avid reader, and had a deep appreciation for a good cup of coffee. She loved and lead her family with strength and grace. She will be remembered by all for being genuinely welcoming, inclusive, intelligent, honest, and profoundly ...