Barbara Whitaker, 67, of McHenry, IL formerly of Carpenters ville, passed away on October 11, 2018. She was born on June 26, 1951 loving daughter of the late John and Ruth (Buthman) Michelau. Beloved sister of Mary and John Michelau. Barbara graduated from Northern Illinois University, and was a Special Education Teacher SEDOL in Lake County, IL (Vernon Hills). Visitation will be Sunday October 14, 2018 from 4-9:00 PM at the Laird Funeral Home, 120 S. Third St., West Dundee, IL 60118. Memorial service will be on Monday at 11:00 AM at the United Church of Christ Church, 109 Washington St., Algonquin. IL with Rev. Brian Cope officiating. Interment will be private. Memorials may be made to the . For information, 847-836-8770 or www.lairdfamilyfuneralservices.com