JOHNSTON CITY -- Allen J. Knuth, 67, went home to be with the Lord at 10:35 p.m. Thursday, April 28, 2011, in Herrin Hospital after an extensive illness., Services will be at noon Friday, May 6, 2011, in Abundant Life Assembly of God Church, with Pastor Tim Land officiating. Visitation will be from 11 a.m. to noon Friday at the church at 1409 East DeYoung in Marion., Burial will be at a later date in Helena, Mont., Memorials may be made to the church or WVCY America Television and Radio Station in Wisconsin. Envelopes are available at the funeral home or may be sent c/o Blue Funeral Home, P.O. Box 411, Marion, IL 62959., Allen was born Oct. 25, 1943, in Milwaukee to Walter and Ethel (Fiala) Knuth., He married Donna Jones on July 17, 1976, in New Berlin, Wis. Together they shared 34 years., He is survived by his loving wife, Donna; sister, Lynn and Ed Pionke; three nieces; three nephews and several cousins., Allen was preceded in death by his parents., He worked at WVCY in Milwaukee, a Christian radio station, as chief engineer. He was also a member of the New Life Singers, a musical group associated with the station, which is how he met his wife, Donna. He moved to Suring, Wis., to work at WRVM as chief engineer; also helping to construct WSCO-TV, where he was operations manager and chief engineer. After an extensive career in radio and television, throughout the states of Wisconsin, Ohio and Montana, Allen relocated to Marion, and took a position at WTCT as chief engineer., He became an avid amateur radio operator after getting his first license at the age of 16; his call letters were WA9BFL. He later went on to acquire his extra class license in Helena, Mont., with the call sign KJ7EN., He was a member of the Abundant Life Assembly of God Church. We will all fondly remember his love for music. He enjoyed singing and playing his ukulele, accordion and harmonica. Allen will be missed., To view this obituary and sign the register book, visit |
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PAXTON – Avery A. "Abe" Snelling Sr., 66, of Paxton died at 1:30 a.m. Sunday (May 1, 2011) at his home. read more |
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NORMAL — Beatrice "Bea" Pearsall, 89, of Normal, formerly of Peoria, passed away at 10:52 p.m. Friday (April 29, 2011) at Advocate BroMenn Medical Center, Normal. |
Hickey, Bernard R. "Red" Sr. Veteran Sea Bee's Navy , beloved husband of the late Irene A. Hickey (nee Gorman); loving father of Bernard Jr., Terrance, Timothy and the late William Hickey; dearest grandfather of Bernard III, Mandy, Kalene and Morgan; fond brother of Maureen (Bob) Kropp. Owner of He's Not Here bar in Stickney, member of Electrical Worker's Union #134. Funeral Wednesday, 9:30 a.m. from Foran Funeral Home 7300 West Archer Avenue (55th St. just west of Harlem) to St. Joseph Church Mass 10:00 a.m. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Visitation Tuesday 3:00 to 9:00 p.m. For information 708-458-0208 or |
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Betty G. Ridge, 76, of Earlville died April 30, 2011, in her home. |
Carvelli, Beverly V. (nee McCloskey) Age 76, late of Matteson, IL, formerly of Harvey died March 29, 2011. Preceded in death by one sister Audrey (Dave) Benson. Survived by her husband Charles J., one daughter Dawn (Mike) Porter, sons Kevin and Brian (Imee), 5 sisters Mary Evelyn (Ralph) Scheidt, Sr., Evelyn McCloskey, Janice Curran, Coleene Letke and Terry Tonks, one brother John (Debbie) McCloskey, grandmother of 5, Kevin (Amanda) Carvelli, Danny Carvelli, Michael Porter, Augustina Carvelli, Linda Porter. Numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation Tuesday May 3, 2011 from 3:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Gerardi Funeral Home, Lincoln Hwy at 95th Ave. (1 block east of LaGrange Rd. on Rt. 30) Frankfort, IL. Family & friends will meet at St. Lawrence O'Toole Catholic Church in Matteson on Wednesday, May 4, 2011 at 11:30 for Mass of Christian Burial. Interment Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Frankfort, IL. For Funeral information 815-469-2144 or 708-754-2114. |
Williams, Bryant B. Passed away on April 26, 2011; he had just turned 44 years old. Bryant, a lifelong native of the Chicagoland area was born on April 6, 1967 in Chicago Illinois. He is preceded in death by his grandmother Mary Boston. Bryant an avid sports fan, a connoisseur of fine dining, and outgoing personality, had a passion for life that was unparalleled. He is survived by his wife Nazzie Dehghani, son Jordan R. Williams, mother Deborah Prince, father Phillip Prince Jr., two brothers Phillip Prince III, Kris P. Prince, and sister Traci Prince. Bryant was a professional in the automobile retail industry and invested over 25 passionate years in the industry. The family would like to thank all the professionals of the Chicagoland Automobile retail industry for the outcry of blessings and sympathies they have received. Services will be held at Leak and Sons Funeral Home 18400 S Pulaski Rd in Country Club Hills, IL 60426, on Thursday May 5,2011 (708)-206-0860 viewing will be at 1:00pm followed by services at 2:00 pm and reception to follow. |
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Daniel G. Clifford, age 84, April 30, 2011. Beloved husband of Camille, nee Keenan, for 59 years; loving father of Eileen Clifford, Daniel Clifford, ..... |
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Joyce C. Condon, age 89; beloved wife of the late John; loving mother of Mike (Lynne), Pat (Jerry) McAllister, Marty (Chele), Carol (Jim) Neylon and ..... |
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Leo J. Cassidy, 98, of Geneva. Beloved husband to the late Jeanette, nee Zonious; loving father to Jeanne (Martin) Stanton, Mary Jo (George) Olen, ..... |
Charles E. Collis, 85 ROCKFORD - Charles E. Collis, 85, of Rockford passed away Thursday, April 28, 2011, in SwedishAmerican Hospital. Charles married Elvina Haffele on April 13, 1948, in Scales Mound. Charles loved to play softball, loved the Bears, Bulls and Cardinals. He enjoyed water skiing, snowmobiling, gardening and square dancing with his wife, Elvina. Charles is survived by his wife; son, Chuck (June) Collis of Rockford; daughter, Norma (Jeff) Collis of Lewisville, Texas; grandchildren, Bill (Jan) Mead of German Valley, Jason (Maggie) Collis of German Valley, Matt (Misty) Garr of Rockford; nine great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; and sister-in-law, Eleanor Kiser. He is preceded in death by granddaughter, Angie Garr; siblings, Mildred Shoop, Lillian Summers and Aaron Collis. Visitation from 4 to 6 p.m. Tuesday, May 3, in Sunset Funeral Home, 8800 N. Alpine Road, Machesney Park, with military honors concluding the visitation. For more information, visit sunset |
MATTOON - Charles French, 80, Mattoon, died Saturday (April 30, 2011). Arrangements incomplete: Schilling Funeral Home, Mattoon. |
Fuchs, Charles F. Age 84, a lifelong resident of Joliet, passed away peacefully with God on Saturday, April 30, 2011. A Navy veteran of, , he retired from Olin Chemical as a supervisor after 35 years of service. Charlie was a thoughtful, loving devoted father and Christian. Survived by his wife, Pauline Fuchs; four children, Darell (Norma) Fuchs of Beloit, WI, Edward (late Deborah) Fox of Joliet, Michael Fuchs of Crest Hill, and Catherine (Thomas) Amos of Shorewood; two step-children, Lane (Dominica) Eilers of Joliet, and Lynn (Mark) Winsel of South Elgin; 12 grandchildren, Christopher (Lindsey) Fuchs, Melanie (David) Jackson, Adam (Claudia) Fuchs, Scott (Kelly) Fox, Melissa Fox, Ariel Fuchs, Christina, Zachary and Michelle Amos, Jacob Eilers, Brian, Nathan and Lauren Winsel; and six great grandchildren. Preceded by his first wife, Edith Fuchs (1978); his parents, John and Louise Fuchs; and two brothers, Leo and Raymond Fuchs. Funeral Services for Charles F. Fuchs will be Wednesday, May 4, 2011 at 9:15 a.m. from the funeral home chapel to the Church of St. Jude for Mass at 10:00 a.m. Entombment Woodlawn Memorial Park Mausoleum. Memorials to the Church of St. Jude or a charity of the donor's choice would be appreciated. Visitation Tuesday, 4-8 p.m. at: FRED C. DAMES FUNERAL HOME 3200 Black at Essington Rds., Joliet For information: (815) 741-5500 |
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JERSEYVILLE – Clara Eskew, 95, of Jerseyville, formerly of Rantoul, passed away at 2:15 p.m. on Thursday (April 28, 2011) at the Jerseyville Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Jerseyville. read more |
STEWARDSON - Cleo Marguerite Moran, 93, Whitehouse, Texas, formerly of Stewardson, died Saturday (April 30, 2011). Arrangements incomplete: Swengel-O'Dell Funeral Home, Neoga. |
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Sullivan, Curtis "Curtie" Robert 62, of Richton Park, passed away April 30, 2011 at the Jessie Brown VA Hospital in Chicago. He is survived by his loving wife, Margaret nee Gleason; daughters: Nancy (John) Hipps of Minooka, Maggie Hutchison (Stefanie Synal) of Bolingbrook, Maryjane (Guadalupe) Martinez of DeKalb; grandchildren: Johnny, Ariel, Patrick, Vincent, Megan, Arianna, sister and brother-in-laws, and many nieces and nephews. Curt was a Veteran of the |
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Dorothy Irene Faxon, 89, of Punta Gorda, Fla., formerly of Hinckley, Ill., passed away on Monday, April 25, 2011, at Charlotte Harbor Health Care in Florida. She was born on Feb. 4, 1922, in Hinckley, the daughter of Anthony and Elizabeth (Walters) Daum., Dorothy was united in marriage on June 1, 1946, at St. Mary's Catholic Church in DeKalb, Ill., to Mr. Warren Jacob Faxon, and they spent the next 49 happy years together until his passing on Nov. 18, 1995. She was employed for many years as a registered nurse. Mrs. Faxon is a member of the Hinckley American Legion Woman's Auxiliary. Dorothy was a loving wife, mother and grandmother who will be deeply missed by her family and many friends., She is survived by her sons, Richard (Helen) Faxon of San Diego, Calif., and Ralph (Karen) Faxon of Hinckley; her grandchildren, Anthony (Jen) Faxon, Alexandra League, Gary Winkler and Julie Tejada; and her great-grandchildren., She was preceded in death by her parents, Anthony and Elizabeth Daum; her husband, Warren; her son, Robert Faxon in 1972; and her brother, Anthony Daum., A funeral Mass will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, May 3, at St. Paul's Catholic Church, 340 W. Arnold, Sandwich, Ill., with the Rev. Andrew C. Hougan officiating. Interment at the Greenwood Cemetery, Hinckley, will take place at a later date., Friends can visit from 4-7 p.m. Monday, May 2, at the Nash-Nelson Memorial Chapel, 141 N. Maple St., Hinckley., Arrangements by Nelson Funeral Homes & Crematory. For information, visit, or call 815-286-3247. |
Douglas Wayne Knutzen, 49, of Elmwood, formerly of DeKalb, where he worked as a dispatcher, died Thursday, April 28, 2011, at Elmwood Care., Born Sept. 25, 1961, in DeKalb, the son of Richard W. and Vernetta Jane (Smith) Knutzen, Douglas was a 1980 graduate of DeKalb High School. He was an avid bowler and loved boats, the Cubs and Packers. He worked as a dispatcher for Amoco and Shell Motor clubs., He is survived by his father, Richard, of DeKalb; brother, Steven (Debbie) Knutzen of DeKalb; sisters, Tami (Scott) Taylor of Edgerton, Wis., and Tina Knutzen of DeKalb; and several nieces, nephews and cousins., He was preceded in death by his mother, Vernetta, in 2005., The funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, May 3, at Anderson Funeral Home, with the Rev. Robert Vaughn officiating. Interment of cremated remains will be held at a later date at Malta Cemetery. Visitation will be from noon-2 p.m. Tuesday at Anderson Funeral Home., In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to the Douglas Wayne Knutzen Memorial Fund, in care of Anderson Funeral Home, P.O. Box 605, 2011 S. Fourth St., DeKalb, IL 60115., For information, visit, or call 815-756-1022. |
DECATUR - Daisy R. Salefski, 95, Decatur, died Friday (April 29, 2011). Services: 1 p.m. Monday, Trinity Lutheran Church. Visitation: one hour before services in the church. Burial: Macon County Memorial Park, Harristown. Arrangements by: Tanzyus-Logan Funeral Services and Care. Memorials: Trinity Lutheran Church. Send condolences: |
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DECATUR - Dale E. "Sonny" Backs, 60, Lawrence, Kan., formerly of Decatur, died Wednesday (April 27, 2011). Graveside services: 10 a.m. Tuesday, Glenwood Cemetery, Shelbyville. Arrangements by: Howe and Yockey Funeral Home, Shelbyville. Memorials: Lawrence Memorial Hospital Oncology Department, c/o LMH Endowment Association; First Christian Church of Lawrence; or Douglas County Visiting Nurses, Rehabilitation and Hospice care. Send condolences: |
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MOUNT VERNON -- David Wayne Keen Jr. was stillborn at 2:13 a.m. Saturday, April 30, 2011, at St. Mary's Good Samaritan Hospital in Mount Vernon. He was the son of David Wayne Keen and Jessica Lynn Johnson of Mount Vernon., Services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday, May 3, 2011, at Mount Vernon Memorial Gardens in Woodlawn, with Pastor David Shores officiating., David is survived by his parents; brother, Jace Morris of Mount Vernon; sister, Raylene Keen of Bluford; paternal grandparents, David Keen and wife, Roberta, of Mount Vernon; maternal grandparents, Cuma and Randy Johnson of Mount Vernon; paternal great-grandfather, Robert Riddle of Mount Vernon; paternal great-grandmother, Linda Keen of Mount Vernon; maternal great-grandmother, Cuma Foster of Mount Vernon; maternal great-grandparents, Jerry and Betty Johnson of Mount Vernon; and also several aunts, uncles and cousins., Newell Funeral Home in Mount Vernon is in charge of arrangements., Visit, for more information. |
CAIRO -- Dawson Leon Travis, infant son of Amy Lynn Travis of Cairo, died Friday, April 29, 2011, in Southeast Missouri Hospital in Cape Girardeau., Dawson was born March 8, 2011, in Carbondale., He is survived by his mother; grandparents, Oscar (Brenda) Williams, and Danny (Mary) Travis, all of Cairo; two aunts, Nicole Aument and Carol Williams, both of Cairo; one uncle, Billy Williams of Cairo; special friends, Jeff and Dee Helton of Mounds., Services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday, May 3, 2011, in Crain Funeral Home in Tamms, with the Rev. Billy Williams and Bishop Jerry Whitaker officiating. Interment will be in Spencer Heights Cemetery., Visitation will be from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home., Memorials may be made to Crain Funeral Home to help with funeral expenses., To leave online condolences, visit |
ABINGDON - Dewey W. Gordon, 79, Abingdon, died at 4:10 am Sunday, May 1, 2011, at OSF St. Mary Medical Center in Galesburg., He was born Nov. 1, 1931, in Biggers, Ark., the son of Clarence and Sarah Ida (Carter) Gordon. He married Donna Wilkins on Sept. 1, 1951, in Macomb, Ill., Dewey is survived by his wife of 59 years, Donna; four sons, Jim (and Carolyn) Gordon of Abingdon, Michael (and Kim) Gordon of Abingdon, Bob (and Therese) Gordon of Coal Valley and Kent (and Sue) Gordon of Abingdon; eight grandchildren, Kate Gordon, Shane (and Jessie) Gordon, Matt (and Ashley) Gordon, Nichole (and Eric) Burton, Robert (and Beth Morath) Gordon Jr., Melissa Gordon, Ashley Gordon and Tyler Gordon; four great-grandchildren, Kellen, Evan, Justin and Mason and two more expected this summer; and two sisters, Geraldine Allison of Biggers, Ark., and Pat Carlton of Tuckerman, Ark., He was preceded in death by his parents; an infant brother, Cletis; two infant sisters, Lorine and Nina; and two adult brothers, Jake and George., He grew up in Biggers and later moved to Abingdon, where he worked as a caster at Briggs Manufacturing for 43 years, retiring May 1, 1993. He also had owned and operated Dewey's Gulf Service Station in Abingdon for two years., Dewey was active in the Abingdon community. He served as a volunteer, for the Abingdon Fire Protection District for 26 years. He also volunteered as a Little League baseball coach along with Jack Wherley, and they coached the Pirates team for several years as their boys were growing up. He also enjoyed camping and taking trips in their motor home. He loved his sons and daughters-in-law, and his family was his pride and joy. He loved his grandchildren and enjoyed sharing in the many events they participated in. He liked to be around people and share in laughter and good times. His saying of "Hey Boy" will be missed. One of Dewey's goals in life was to make a new friend every day., Funeral will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, May 4, 2011, at Hinchliff-Pearson-West Abingdon Chapel. Rev. Danny Hunt and Mrs. Eleanor Landon will officiate. Visitation will be 5 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at the chapel. As Dewey had requested to his family, cremation will follow the service and private burial will be later in Abingdon Cemetery., Memorials may be made to the Abingdon Fire Department or Abingdon Athletic Booster Club. Online condolences may be made at |
Maffeo, Dianna M. (Nee Hartley) Age 52, late of Joliet, early Friday morning April 29, 2011 at Joliet Area Community Hospice with her loving family by her side. Born in Detroit, MI, raised in Lockport and resided in Joliet for the past 28 years. Formerly employed by Will County Circuit Clerk for 13 years. Preceded in death by her parents James W. and Margaret (Gallagher) Hartley and a brother Thomas Hartley. Survived by her loving husband of 29 years Thomas Maffeo, two children Alicia and Thomas (Molly) Maffeo, five grandchildren Kayli, Katrina and Anthony Glidic, Isabella and Gracie Maffeo, three brothers James (Claire), Robert (Madel) and Timothy (Crystal) Hartley, two sisters Cheryl Smerz and Deborah (Leroy) Nobles, dear friend Carol O'Neill, numerous nieces, nephews and many friends also survive. Services will be held Wednesday, May 4, 2011 at 10:00 am in the O'Neil Funeral Home Chapel. Interment Private. Visitation Tuesday May 3, 2011 from 4:00 until 8:00 pm. O'NEIL FUNERAL HOME AND HERITAGE CREMATORY 1105 E. 9TH ST., LOCKPORT 815-838-5010 Sign guest book |
WELDON - Dolores A. Brinkman, 83, Weldon, died Sunday (May 1, 2011). Arrangements incomplete: Trigg & Calvert Funeral Home, Weldon. |
VERNON HILLS – Dolores B. (Galman) Coli, 83, of Vernon Hills, passed away Wednesday, April 27, 2011., She was born July 16, 1927., The Coli family has been proud members and officers of Teamsters Local 727 for more than 50 years., She was the beloved wife of the late James E. Coli; devoted mother of James L. (Karen), Michael (Maureen), William, Susan Fosco and John T. (JoAnn) Coli; and 11 grandchildren., The funeral will be private., Donations may be made to Teamster Joint Council No. 25 Charitable Trust, 1300 W. Higgins Road, Suite 220, Park Ridge, IL 60068., For information, call Salerno's Galewood Chapels at 773-889-1700. |
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WELDON – Dolores A. Brinkman, 83, of Weldon died at 11:41 a.m. Sunday (May 1, 2011) at Dr. John Warner Hospital, Clinton. Funeral arrangements were incomplete at Calvert Funeral Home, Weldon. read more |
KARNAK -- Donald E. Riley, 77, died at 10:30 p.m. Friday, April 29, 2011, at his home., Services will be at 1 p.m. today at Bailey Funeral Home in Vienna, with the Revs. Alan Milligan and Steve Heisner officiating. Interment will be at Cypress Masonic Cemetery with military honors accorded. Visitation will be from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. today at the funeral home., Memorials may be made to United Methodist Church of Karnak. |
DONGOLA -- Donna Sichling West, 79, died at 1 p.m. Saturday, April 30, 2011, in Union County Hospital in Anna., Mrs. West was a member of Mount Olive Baptist Church in Dongola. She was a homemaker most of her life., She is survived by her husband, Langley West of Dongola; two daughters, LaDonna McDowell of Vienna, Sandra and Claudel Smith of Dongola; two sons, Michael Ray West and Sharon of Dwight, Langley and Yahtil West of Birch Bay, Wash.; two brothers, Loren Sichling of Granite City, Phillip Sichling of Florance, Ariz.; 11 grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren., She was preceded in death by her parents, Earl and Martha File Sichling; two sisters; and five brothers., Services will be at noon Tuesday, May 3, 2011, in Mount Olive Baptist Church in Dongola, with the Rev. Jack Richardson officiating. Interment will be in Friendship Cemetery in Dongola. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to noon Tuesday at the church., Wilson Funeral Home in Karnak is in charge of arrangements. |
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Dorothy J. Akers, 83, died at 10:15 p.m. Saturday, April 30, 2011, at Willow Rose Rehabilitation and Health Care Center in Jerseyville. Born Sept. 25, 1927, in Eldorado, Ill., she was the daughter of Clarence and Edith (Poppins) Mossberger. In June... |
Forgerty, Dr. Ramona O. beloved friend, educator, and musician passed suddenly on April 18, at Mt. Sinai Hospital at the age of 82. Dr. Fogerty owned and operated the Potential School for Exceptional Children on Chicago's south side for more than 36 years. It was her mission to teach children how to be their best in spite of any deficiencies. She traveled to Haiti many times in the 1980's where she had established two Potential Schools to serve needy children there. While Dr. Fogerty had no children, she sponsored over fifteen students through college over the years. A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, May 4 at Power Circle Congregation, 9354 S. South Chicago Ave., Chicago, 60617, at noon. If you would like to make remarks at the service, please call 312-929-4405. Both parents and her siblings preceded her in death. She will always be remembered fondly. |
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Edith was born May 5, 1925, in Xenia, Ohio, a daughter of John and Mary (Armentrout) Bath. On Feb. 24, 1944, she married John Laffey in Xenia, Ohio. In 1980, Edith was united in marriage to Paul Jacquot in Hamilton., She graduated from Xenia Central High School where she received the Westinghouse Fellowship., Edith had worked in the Westinghouse laboratory in Xenia and had also been a lab technician at the McClellan Hospital in Xenia. In Carthage she had worked at the Super Value Grocery Store, Farm Bureau, Cargill's, and especially enjoyed her time working as a bookkeeper for the Louis Martin Company., Edith was a member of the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Carthage. An active community member, Edith volunteered at the Carthage Elementary School, taught Bridge at Carl Sandburg College, was a member of several Bridge clubs in Carthage and was a founding member of the Blue Stocking Investment Club. She loved reading and was a lifelong learner. She was also an award winning piemaker, an avid golfer and loved playing Scrabble., Edith is survived by nine children, David (Becky) Laffey of Pekin, Ann (Don) Gerber of Wheaton, Tim (Trish) Laffey of Carthage, Kent (Sharon) Laffey of Sheridan, Donna (Mike) Tracy of Carthage, Mary Holmes of Augusta, Ted Laffey of Auburn, Robin (Roger Wachtendorf) Laffey of Carthage, Tom (Barbara) Laffey of Carthage; 17 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; a sister, Mabel Semler of Xenia, Ohio; and a brother, Charlie Bath of Xenia, Ohio., She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, John Laffey; three brothers; and two sisters., SERVICES: 10 a.m. Tuesday in Immaculate Conception Church, Carthage., VISITATION: 3-8 p.m. Monday in the Printy Funeral Home, Carthage, with family present 5-8 p.m. A wake service will be held after the visitation in the funeral home., MEMORIALS: Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Carthage or Blessing Hospice of Hancock County., ARRANGEMENTS: Printy Funeral Home, Carthage. |
Edna E. Hibbs, 88 ROCKFORD - Edna E. Hibbs, 88, died Tuesday, April 26, 2011, in Rockford Memorial Hospital after a short illness. Born Aug. 23, 1922, in Thayer, Kan., the daughter of Roy and Gerti (Keller) Plotner. Married her loving husband, William Wiley Hibbs in 1939. Edna worked in various occupations that included banking, insurance, Sears and was a beautician for 30 years in her home. She always found time for sewing, knitting, baking and camping. Her main hobby for years was operating her ham radio, which was how she met Allen Hockey of England and began a 35-year friendship. She was a wonderful daughter, sister, aunt, wife, mother, grandmother and friend with a caring and compassionate heart who will be missed by all. Survivors include her daughter-in-law, Diane Hibbs; grandchildren, Curtiss (Cherie), Jeanette and Laura; great-grandchildren, Breanna, Corey, Mikayla and Madelyn; sisters, Joanne, Kay, Rosalie and Monaray; brother, Everette; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death by her husband, Bill; and sons, Eugene and Kenneth Hibbs. The family wishes to thank her devoted niece, Evelyn; VNA Hospice, her home-care girls, Tonya and Lisa; and all Edna's neighbors and friends for their kindness and care. At Edna's request, private service. Inurnment in Sunset Memorial Gardens. Fitzgerald Funeral Home and Crematory is assisting the family. Extend condolences online at |
Hennessy, Edward P. Age 93, beloved husband of the late Cecilia Hennessy nee Kerrigan for over 51 years, loving father of Maureen (Robert) Miller, Kathleen, Michael (Barbara) and Lizbeth, cherished grandfather of Terese, Diana, Kathryn. Visitation Tuesday 3 to 9 p.m. Funeral Wednesday 9:15 a.m. from the Andrew J. McGann and Son Funeral Home 10727 S. Pulaski Rd to Queen of Martyrs Church for Mass at 11:00 a.m. Interment St. Mary Cemetery. 773-783-7700 or 423-5400 |
Sterba, Edwin Joseph Edwin Joseph Sterba, of LaGrange Park, beloved husband of Lydia; loving father of Ronald (Joan) and Doreen (Brad) Sterba Dezur; proud grandfather of Chuck Ferber, Corinna Smutny, Robert and Alex Jones; fond great grandfather of Colby Jones, Zaiden and Athan Ferber; dear uncle of Jan (Robin) Smutny-Jones and Corvan (Susie) Jones. Visitation 3-9pm Tuesday at Hallowell & James Funeral Home, 1025 W. 55th Street, Countryside. Private interment at Bronswood Cemetery. Memorial Service 7pm Wednesday at the First Presbyterian Church, 150 S. Ashland Ave., LaGrange. Edwin was a Captain in the Army Air Corps; active member of his church; board member of the West Suburban Symphony and the LaGrange Community Nurse Association. In lieu of flowers, donations to the |
Born June 10, 1934,in Hannibal, Mo., Elbert was the son of the Rev. Russell L. Willett and Virgie Doke Noel. He married Carolyn Adams on Jan. 18, 1959, in Calvary Baptist Church in Hannibal. She survives., Elbert was a member of Madison Park Christian Church and the Quarter Century Club at Gardner-Denver Co., He enjoyed working on his car, going to auctions, talking to people at the coffee shop and attending his high school classmates luncheons. He especially loved camping and spending time with his grandchildren., He served his country in the U.S. Army., Elbert was employed at Gardner-Denver Co. in the tool department for more than 30 years, retiring in 1997., Survivors in addition to his wife, Carolyn, include a daughter, Kim Andresen and her husband, Ron, of Palmyra, Mo.; two grandchildren, Camra Begley and her husband, Dale, of Palmyra, Mo., and William Andresen and his fiancee, Jennifer Miller, of Quincy; two great-grandchildren, Ethan Begley and Cooper Begley, both of, Palmyra; one brother, Donald Willett of Hannibal; a sister, Mary Nell Munger of Hannibal. Also surviving are several loving nieces and nephews., Mr. Willett was preceded in death by his parents and a son, David Willett., SERVICES: 10 a.m. Wednesday in the Zehender Robinson Stormer Cookson Funeral Home in Quincy, with the Rev. Robert Axton conducting. Burial with military honors by the Emmette J. Shields Hannibal, American Legion Post No. 55 will be at Grand View Burial Park in Hannibal., VISITATION: 4 to 7 p.m. Tuesday at the Zehender Robinson Stormer Cookson Funeral Home in Quincy., MEMORIALS: Blessing Cancer Center., ARRANGEMENTS: Zehender Robinson Stormer Cookson Funeral Home, Quincy. |
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ROYALTON -- Elizabeth Ann Cobin, 87, died at 4:40 a.m. Sunday, May 1, 2011, at her home surrounded by her family., Arrangements are incomplete at Vantrease Funeral Home in Royalton. |
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DANVILLE – Elmer M. Routon, 94, of Danville died at 8:45 a.m. Wednesday (April 27, 2011) at the Veterans Affairs Illiana Health Care System, Danville. Memorial services will be scheduled at a later date. Rortvedt Funeral Services, 3 S. Hodge St., Tilton, is handling arrangements. read more |
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Junior was born on Nov. 20, 1933, in rural Lewis County Missouri, a son of Everett Lee Cottrell Sr., and Anna Marie Dehner Cottrell. He married Anna Lee King on Nov. 16 1957, at Methodist Parsonage in Monticello. She died Feb. 3, 2007., Junior attended Monticello Schools and was a member of the Monticello Community Church., Junior served in the Unites States Army from January 1955 to December 1962, serving one year abroad in Japan as a paratrooper with the 101st Airborne., He was employed by Gardner Denver as a service specialist traveling worldwide to service compressors until he retired in 1993. He bought and sold furs and worked in the hay fields after retirement. He loved to coon, deer, and coyote hunt, until his health would not allow him to any longer. He was a devoted husband and father., He is survived by his sons and daughters, David and wife, Brenda, of Kahoka, Dodie Washburn and husband, Bob, of Labelle, Renny Lay and husband, Doug, of Labelle, Darren and wife, Bonnie, of Monticello, Darrell and wife, Robin, of Lagrange, Renzie and wife, Debbie, of Monticello; two brothers, Jim Cottrell and wife, Carol, of Lewiston, Wayne Cottrell and friend, Chris Whitmer, of Monticello; three sisters, Ruth Clapper of Quincy, Ill., Margie Russell and husband, Charles, of Fort Bend, Ind., Jane Bryant and husband, Dennis, of Sumter S.C.; a brother-in-law Hardin Oberst and spouse, Sue, of Pine Grove Calif.; and a sister-in-law Colleen Remole, of Owensboro Ky.; 20 grandchildren and step grandchildren, Eric Cottrell, Amy Cottrell and fiancé, Zach Geisendorfer, Jeremy Rayl, Timothy Bromann and spouse, Matt, Kathleen Franks and spouse, Drew, Jessica Hudson and spouse, Josh, Shane Washburn, Heather Washburn, and Tamara Washburn, Casey Bell and husband, Chris, Joseph Lay and spouse, Shannon, Lane Lay, Josh Cottrell, Zach Cottrell, Kayla Cottrell and fiancé, Jacob Scott, Tom Cottrell, James Burchell Jr., Kim and spouse, Lt. Tyler Martin, Ben Cottrell and Hannah Cottrell; nine great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews., He was preceded in death by his parents Everett and Marie Cottrell; his wife Anna; and sisters Wanda Lou Gravitt and Forest Rose Morgan., SERVICES: 10 a.m. Monday in the Davis Funeral Home, Canton, with the Rev. Gary Whitaker conducting. Burial will be in Little Mountain Cemetery, Monticello., VISITATION: 4-8 p.m. Sunday in the funeral home., MEMORIALS: Monticello Community Church or Country Air Retirement Estate., ARRANGEMENTS: Davis Funeral Home, Canton. |
DONGOLA -- Everett Roe, 67, of Collinsville, formerly of Dongola, died Saturday, April 30, 2011, at his home., Arrangements are incomplete at Crain Funeral Home in Dongola. |
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Grace M. Folk, nee Lenz , age 90; beloved wife of the late Raymond; loving mother of Eve (Jeff) Claus, Steve (Jan), Jack, Ken (Nancy), ..... |
Frances L. Saunders, 90, of Oregon, died Thursday, April 28, 2011, in her home. Born Nov. 30, 1920, in West Brooklyn, the daughter of Orville and Emma Busser Miller, she married Alban F. Saunders Sr. on March 21, 1940, in Clinton, Iowa; he died in 1971., Frances was employed as a cook at Yellow Bird Senior Citizens Center, was an avid gardener, loved cooking at home and was an adventurer. She especially enjoyed spending time with her family and friends., Survivors include children, Barbara Roos, Alice (Tom) Longan, Carolyn (Joe) Como and Eula (Helmut) Schmidt, all of Dixon, Patricia (John) Berge of Sterling, Charlotte (Joe) Hodder of DeKalb and Leroy (Margaret) Saunders of Oregon; 13 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; and sister, Helen Frericks of Oregon., She was preceded in death by an infant daughter; son, Alban Jr.; four sisters; and three brothers., Funeral service will be held at 4 p.m. Sunday, May 1, with visitation from 2-4 p.m. in the Farrell-Holland-Gale Funeral Home, 110 S. Seventh St., Oregon. Pastor Todd Peterson of Trinity Lutheran Church, DeKalb, will officiate. Graveside committal services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday at Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens, Dixon., For information, visit |
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DANVILLE – Freddy J. Bates, 26, of Danville died at 6:28 p.m. Saturday (April 30, 2011) at Carle Foundation Hospital, Urbana. Funeral arrangements were incomplete at Leek & Sons Funeral Home, 304 E. Williams St., Danville. read more |
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Fusako K. "Ann" Crain, 85, passed away at 9:04 p.m. Thursday, April 28, 2011, at home. She was born on May 9, 1925, in Nagoya, Japan, the daughter of the late Manzo and Yasu Kato. She married Glennon Crain on Oct. 21, 1954. He preceded her in death... |
MONTICELLO - Gene "Buzzy" Elmore, 77, Monticello,, Air Force veteran and retired from Monticello School District, died Saturday (April 30, 2011). Services: 10 a.m. Friday, Calvary Baptist Church, Monticello. Visitation: 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Mackey-Wright Funeral Home, Monticello. Burial: Monticello Township Cemetery. Memorials: Monticello Athletic Boosters. Send condolences: |
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MONTICELLO – Gene "Buzzy" Elmore, 77, of Monticello died at 12:35 p.m. April 30, 2011, at Carle Foundation Hospital, Urbana. read more |
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Gino A. Dal Pra, 77 ROCKFORD - Gino A. Dal Pra, 77, of Rockford passed away Tuesday, April 26, 2011, in Kishwaukee Community Hospital. Gino was born May 24, 1933, in Rockford to Peter and Edvige Aliprandini Dal Pra. He worked for Eclipse in Rockford for 37 years, retiring in 1988. Member of St. Anthony Church. Gino graduated from St. Anthony schools and West High School, Class of 1951. Gino loved fishing, golfing, woodworking projects and watching his great-niece and -nephews' sporting events. Survivors include his brother, Isidore Dal Pra of Rockford; sister-in-law, Karen Dal Pra of Rockford; nieces and nephews, Michael (Chris) Dal Pra of Rockford, Maria (Brian) Timms of Cherry Valley, Joseph (Stephanie) Dal Pra of Tucson, Ariz., and Christina (Shawn) Crain of Cherry Valley; great-nieces and -nephews, Thomas, Nicholas and Zachary Dal Pra, Jake, Callan and Melanie Timms, Colton and Mason Crain. Predeceased by his parents and brothers, Mario and Raymond. The family would like to thank the staff at Kishwaukee Community Hospital, Kindred Hospital and Rockford Memorial Hospital for their care and support for Gino. Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. Tuesday, May 3, in St. Anthony of Padua Church, with visitation from 9 to 9:45 a.m.; the Franciscan Friars will officiate. Burial in Calvary Cemetery. Visitation from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Monday, May 2, in Fitzgerald Funeral Home, Riverside Chapel, with rosary at 7 p.m. Express condolences at |
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GOODFIELD — Glendean T. Cooper of Catawissa, Mo., died on Friday (April 29, 2011) at St. John's Mercy Medical Center, St. Louis. |
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Joan A. Helminiak, nee Anthony , age 73, of Niles, beloved wife of Richard; loving mother of Joseph (Christine), Michael, David (Audrey), Richard Jr. (Annette) ..... |
He was born July 4, 1921, in Lakenan, Mo., the son of Elma Yancey and Hazel Ruth Coleman Snider. He was the older of the two children. He met Awilda Finny at a "yard dance" in the fall of 1939 near Kendall, Mo. They were married June 21, 1942, in Shelbina at St. Mary's Catholic Church Parsonage. She preceded him in death on March 30, 2011., He attended Kendall and Hightower grad schools and graduated from Shelbina High School with the Class of 1940., Air Corps during World War II, and was stationed at Shaw Field, Sumter S.C., where he was an airplane mechanic., Barney was in partnership with Dwain Snider at Snider Implement Company, and was engaged in farming. He had a dozer business and operated Snider Shop in Shelbina before retiring in 1999. He enjoyed trips to the Ozarks with his family, fishing on the Mississippi and boating on Mark Twain Lake., Barney leaves behind a large family including six children, Harold (Bob) Snider Jr. and his wife, Frances, of Shelbina, Maurine Kay McElroy and husband, Roger, of Mendon, Ill., Dorothy Ann Poore and husband, Donnie, of Shelbina, Samuel Elma Snider and wife, Connie, of Shelbina, Daniel Stephen Snider and wife, Ida, of Ashland, Sarah Beth Bradley and husband, Jim, of Forsyth; one sister Nyla West of Shelbina; 14 grandchildren, Julie Ensor, Vicki Seals, Michael Poore, Bryan Lackey, Carrie Bennett, Cynthia Snider, Dayna Power, Melissa Buckman, Kimberly Snider, Christie Fisher, Eva Snider, Andrew Bradley, Beth Bradley, and Matt Greening; and 20 great-grandchildren., He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife; one daughter Suzanne Lea Snider Ervin; and a grandson Harold Bernard Snider III., SERVICES: 2:30 p.m. today in the Greening-Eagan-Hayes Funeral Home with Rev. Mr. Bernie Toll conducting. Burial will be in St. Mary's Catholic Cemetery, Shelbina., VISITATION: 12:30-2:30 p.m. today in the funeral home., MEMORIALS: Neighbors Helping Neighbors., ARRANGEMENTS: Greening-Eagan-Hayes Funeral Home, Shelbina. |
She was born July 10, 1926 in Quincy, Ill., to Ferdinand and Florine Metzger Krogman. Helen married Claude E. "Paddle" Maddox on July 4, 1956, in Palmyra. He died Dec. 23, 2009., After graduation, Helen worked at Gardner Denver in Quincy, and then went to Washington, D.C. and worked for the Military Intelligence Division. When she returned to Quincy, she worked for Physicians and Surgeons Clinic. In 1951 she traveled to San Francisco for two years. She later returned to Quincy and worked at Illinois State Bank until 1956. In later years, she worked for B & H Appliance in Palmyra. She was a 1944 graduate of Quincy High School and was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Palmyra., She is survived by a daughter, Sandy (Dennis) Vogelpohl of Valparaiso, Ind.; son, Randy Maddox of Palmyra; sisters, Dorothy (Raymond) Doellman and Frances Musolino; and a brother, Allan (Krethy) Krogman, all of Quincy; grandchildren, Kristin Roux of Portage, Mich., Eric Vogelpohl of Valparaiso, Lacey Maddox of Palmyra, Jason Vogelpohl of West Lafayette, Ind. and Melissa Maddox of Palmyra; and great-granddaughters, Madeleine and Emmaline Roux of Portage., She was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Robert Krogman; and grandson, Ryan Vogelpohl., SERVICES: 10 a.m. Tuesday in St. Joseph Catholic Church, Palmyra, with the Rev. Christopher Smith conducting. Burial will be in St. Joseph Cemetery, Palmyra., Casket Bearers will be Eric Vogelpohl, Jason Vogelpohl, Oliver Roux, Paul Shepherd, Drew Maddox, David Maddox, Mark Krogman and Monte Krogman., VISITATION: From 5 to 7 p.m. Monday in Lewis Brothers Funeral Chapel, Palmyra. A prayer service will be held at 4:30 p.m. Monday in the funeral home., MEMORIALS: St. Joseph Catholic Church or Michael J. Fox Foundation., ARRANGEMENTS: Lewis Brothers Funeral Chapel, Palmyra. |
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Edward P. Hennessy, age 93. Beloved husband of the late Cecilia Hennessy, nee Kerrigan, for over 51 years; loving father of Maureen (Robert) Miller, Kathleen, ..... |
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Eleanore J. Hinz, nee Wilken , age 82, of LaGrange Park, and a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church, Westchester. Beloved wife of the late John ..... |
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Mildred E. Jacobs, age 92, of Niles. Beloved wife of the late Frank L. Jacobs; loving mother of Carole Wagner; devoted grandmother of Christopher, Kevin ..... |
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WOODSTOCK – Jacolyn L. Smithson, 63, passed away Thursday, April 28, 2011, surrounded by her family at home in Woodstock., She was born Aug. 20, 1947, in Chicago, to Laurence and Rose (Sommer) Cramer. She graduated from Maine South High School in 1965. She married James V. Smithson on April 20, 1974, and moved to Woodstock in 1977., After receiving her associate degree from McHenry County College, she worked as an office manager at Woodstock Animal Hospital and later as the office manager and bookkeeper at Meto-Grafics in Cary., She cherished her time with her family and was a compassionate and loyal friend to many people. Her love for animals, especially horses, began at age 14 with equestrian show riding, and that passion continued throughout her life. She also had a great enthusiasm for travel, reading and learning., She is survived by her husband; her children, Julie and Jonathon (Elizabeth); her mother; her brother, Laurence (Katherine) Cramer; and her sister, Marion (David) Stickley., She was preceded in death by her father., A memorial service will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, May 7, at St. Ann's Episcopal Church in Woodstock., Memorial contributions may be made to the, , Hooved Animal, or St. Ann's Episcopal Church., For information, call Windridge Funeral Home at 847-639-2191 or visit |
Jurkas, James Age 82. Passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 30, 2011 at Northwestern University Medical Center in Chicago surrounded by his loving family. A U. S. Navy, He was an owner of United Explosives and Pipeline Management. A 40 year member of the Operating Engineers Local 150. A member of Cantigny Post, 367 and American Legion Post 1080. His greatest loves in life was spending time with his family, hunting and woodworking. Preceded by his father Anton Jurkas and his mother Mary (William) Rasmussen; one brother Robert Jaris and his grandson Tony Jurkas. Survived by his wife of 61 years Christine (nee Turk), his loving children Tony (Laurie) Jurkas, Sandy (Dave) Maxwell, Randy (LeAnn) Jurkas, Lori (Don) Shanholtzer, Dennis (Anne) Jurkas, and Douglas Jurkas; his grandchildren Michael, Sarah (fiance Jason), Casey, Ashley, Julia, James, Rachel, Allison, Jonathon, Nicholas, and Samantha; one great grandchild Amelia. One sister Adelyn Kwasigroch, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral Services for James Jurkas will be Wednesday May 4, 2011 at the funeral home chapel at 10 a.m. Fr. Richard Ross officiating As it was James's request cremation rites will be accorded following his visitation prior to funeral services. Interment St. Joseph Cemetery where full military honors will be conducted under the auspices of the, .. Visitation Tuesday from 4-8 p.m. at: FRED C. DAMES FUNERAL HOME 3200 Black at Essington Rds., Joliet For information: (815) 741-5500 |
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PARKER, Colo. – Jason Ritter, 33, passed away Thursday, March 17, 2011, at home in Parker, surrounded by his loving family after a courageous and inspiring nine-month battle with cancer., He was born July 1, 1977, in Woodstock, to Rex and Reenie Ritter., He was a graduate of Harvard High School and McHenry County College. He received his Bachelor of Arts in geography and secondary education from Western Illinois University (WIU), graduating summa cum laude. He obtained a master's degree in political science-international studies from WIU, as well. He was named the top geography student in Illinois. He was a recipient of McHenry County College's President's Talent Scholarship, Western Illinois University Geography Scholarship, and the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation's scholarship. He was presented with a rare original print of the famous Iwo Jima flag-raising photograph, personally signed and presented by photographer Joe Rosenthal at the Marine Corps Ball. He was the top Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation's award recipient. He also obtained post-graduate certifications in geography education and A.P. human geography from the University of Northern Colorado., At Western Illinois, he served as the assistant director of student housing, supervising 21 resident assistants and forming lasting and valued friendships with many students., He inspired and mentored hundreds of youths during his successful teaching career, which he dearly loved. He taught social studies at Eaglecrest High School in Centennial, Colo., Falcon Creek Middle School in Aurora, Colo., and Columbia Middle School in Aurora, Colo. In 2007 he was on the "core" team opening the new Legend High School in Parker. At Legend he taught A.P. human geography, world geography, ancient civilizations and U.S. history. He served as the Social Studies department chairman and was the adviser for student government. He enjoyed coaching the boys' J.V. basketball team. He was the 2010-11 Legend High School Apple Award representative, and was named the 2010 Outstanding Faculty Member of Legend High School. He was very proud of the many scholastic achievements of his students, and their affection, respect and admiration for him was obvious., He was an excellent basketball player and inherited his love of outdoor sports from his father, Rex. His hobbies included basketball, hiking and camping, and video games., He was a man of strong Christian values, belonging to the Fellowship of Christian Athletes and Parker Evangelical Presbyterian Church. He enjoyed speaking of his faith and participated in a Christian basketball ministry team visiting prisons throughout the west. His half-time testaments were well received by the most hardened offenders., He met the love of his life, Audra Graham, on a blind date arranged by friends, and they were married July 31, 2005. They made their home in Parker and were blessed with a son, Lincoln Graham Ritter, on Jan. 8, 2010. The Ritter family enjoyed trips in the Colorado mountains and around the United States, from Hawaii to the Outer Banks of North Carolina, as well as the beaches of Lake McConaughy in Nebraska with Audra's parents, Larry and Kathy Graham of Sterling., After his diagnosis of signet ring cell colon cancer in June 2010, he fought a determined battle against the disease and enjoyed sharing his inspiring story with others. His all too short but productive and joyful life serves as an example for all young people., He is survived by his wife, Audra; his son, Lincoln; his parents, Rex and Reenie Ritter; a brother, Brant Ritter of Harvard; his in-laws, Larry (Kathy) Graham of Sterling, Colo.; his brother-in-law, Adam (Katie) Graham of Denver; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins., A memorial service is planned for 2 p.m. Saturday, May 7, at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Harvard., In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Lincoln's College Fund, Wells Fargo Account #xxxxx92209. Make checks payable to Lincoln Graham Ritter, in care of Ponderosa Valley Funeral Services, 10470 S. Progress Way, Parker, CO 80134. |
Jean R. Flink, 82 ROCKFORD - Jean R. Flink, 82, a lifelong resident of Rockford, passed away after a long illness Thursday, April 28, 2011, in St. Anne Center. Born July 16, 1928, in Rockford, the daughter of Gustaf A. and Hannah (Nystrom) Flink. She graduated from East High School in 1946 and was employed as a secretary at Amerock Corp. for 44 years, retiring in 1990. Jean is survived by brother, Roy G. (Lillian) Flink of Rockford; niece, Susan (Al) Cowan of Roscoe; grand-niece and -nephews, Sarah (Doug) Helland of Ann Arbor, Mich., John (Marty) Cowan of Fulton, Md., and Andrew Montalbano of Velva, N.D.; great-grandnieces and -nephews, Alexandria and Samuel Montalbano, Grace Helland, Clayton and Graham Cowan; and special friends Betty and Jan Asprooth. Predeceased by her parents; sister, Helen Flink; and niece, Judith Montalbano. Memorial service at 11 a.m. Wednesday, May 4, in Fitzgerald Funeral Home & Crematory, Mulford Chapel, 1860 S. Mulford Road, with visitation from 10:30 a.m. to service time. Pastor Bill Dahlberg of Salem Lutheran Church will officiate. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Rockford Rescue Mission or NIHA. |
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DWIGHT — Jean Alice Livingston, 96, of Dwight died at 10:10 p.m. Saturday (April 30, 2011) at Heritage Manor, Dwight. |
Jeannie was born in Pleasant Hill on Aug. 23, 1944, a daughter to Virgil and Ruby Richards Barton. She married Donald E. Griffeth on March 28, 1964, at the Pleasant Hill Christian Church. He survives., Jeannie was an LPN and earlier years worked for Dr. Shulman and Dr. Baylis, Dr. Ronald Johnson and Illini Community Hospital. She was a member of the Independence Christian Church and enjoyed playing piano at church. She was also a 4-H leader for the Independence Hustlers, and a homeroom "mother." She owned and operated Pikeland Outfitters with her husband, Don. She enjoyed showing sheep at the local fairs, Facebooking her friends, antique collecting, knitting and sewing, cooking and baking. Jeannie loved to travel and take pictures. She also enjoyed visiting with people and dearly loved her grandchildren., She is survived by her husband, Don; a son, Jeff (Nancy) Griffeth of Winamac, Ind.; a daughter, Judy Griffeth of Round Lake; five grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren., Additional survivors are two sisters, Mary (Larry) Pennewell and Eva (Merlin) Barnes of Peoria; a brother-in-law, Cy Butterfield of Oregon; and a sister-in-law, Maxine Barton of Pleasant Hill., Jeannie was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Richard and Burdette Barton; a sister, Mildred Butterfield; and an infant daughter, Janet Lynn Griffeth., SERVICES: 10 a.m. Tuesday in the Niebur Funeral Home, Pittsfield, with the Rev. Don Crater conducting. Burial will be in the Crescent Heights Cemetery, Pleasant Hill., VISITATION: 4 to 8 p.m. Monday in the Niebur Funeral Home, Pittsfield., MEMORIALS: Crescent Heights Cemetery or the Pittsfield Fire Department., ARRANGEMENTS: Niebur Funeral Home, Pittsfield; info@nieburfh.com. |
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SIGEL - Joan M. Hoedebecke, 77, Sigel, died Friday (April 29, 2011). Services: 10:30 a.m. Monday, St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church, Sigel. Visitation was Sunday. Burial: St. Michael Cemetery, Sigel. Arrangements by: Bauer Funeral Home, Effingham. Memorials: St. Michael Church or School. Send condolences: |
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NORMAL — Joan Funk Skinner, 89, formerly of Normal, died at 2:45 a.m. Dec. 12, 2010, in Mesa, Ariz. |
Whittle, John C. Passed away within the Hospice of the Valley in Phoenix, AZ on Thursday, April 14, 2011 surrounded by his children. Born June 11, 1938. He is survived by children Joleen (Dan) Farnesi of Homer Glen, Julie Dougherty of Lansing, John Whittle Jr. of Lansing and Jennifer Whittle of Florida. He is also survived by his partner of Phoenix, AZ Alice Forrester and mother of his children, Eileen (Quinlan) Whittle; brothers Bobby Dale Strauch of Phoenix, AZ and Gerald Strauch of Hebron, IN.; wonderful nephew Ron (Veronica) Whittle Jr., Connie Embry, Donna (Danny) Brozowski, Michael (Jodi) Whittle, Kathy Gibbons, Selly Strauch, Katie Strauch, grandfather to 12 and great uncle to many. John served in the Air Force from 1955 to 1959. He also made many friends in Phoenix and was always there to lend a helping hand, advice, a shoulder to cry on and anything else that someone asked or needed from him. He had a wonderful support group in Phoenix were he made many friends over the years. He loved to pan for gold out west and travel to Laughlin to gamble a little bit. He also loved his "roundup" trips. He will be greatly missed by the Phoenix group of friends, as well as family here back home in the Chicago area. He was nicknamed "Chicago John". Everyone knew him by that name. Memorial service to be held at a later date at his daughter's home in Homer Glen. |
CLINTON - John H. Stapleton, 81, Clinton, died Sunday (May 1, 2011). Arrangements incomplete: Calvert Funeral Home, Clinton. |
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CLINTON – John H. Stapleton, 81, of Clinton died at 4:45 a.m. Sunday (May 1, 2011) at OSF St. Joseph Medical Center, Bloomington. Funeral arrangements were incomplete at Calvert Funeral Home, Clinton. read more |
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Jon William Fulkerson, 66, died Saturday, April 30, 2011. Visitation from 11 a.m. until time of service at 1 p.m. Tuesday, May 3, at the Airsman-Hires Funeral Home in White Hall. Burial at Belltown Cemetery in Belltown, Ill. Condolences may be left... |
Jon William Fulkerson, 66, of White Hall, died Saturday, April 30, 2011 at Boyd Memorial Hospital in Carrollton. Born Nov. 7, 1944, in Alton, he was the son of the late William O. and Ruth Shafer Fulkerson. He married the former Judith Pinkerton Mathews in July of 1978 in White Hall and she survives. Also surviving are three daughters, Barbara (Roger) Grant of White Hall, Sandra Knight of San Antonio, Frances Seymoure of Springfield; a son, Michael (Liz) Mathews of White Hall; grandchildren, Amber Mathews, Brittany (Phillip) McKinnon, Jennifer Kimbro, Elizabeth Gray, John Gray, Misty Cecil, Ian Cecil, Eddie Cecil, Jordyn Sharrow, Kayden Mathews, Codey Mathews, Trever Mathews; and a great-granddaughter, Maddison Parks. He was preceded in death by his parents. Jon was a member of the Odd Fellows, and enjoyed fishing and camping with his grandchildren. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army. He worked as an accountant for C. Bolts Construction Co. in Granite City and Weiss Distributing. He later went to work at EMI in Jacksonville, retiring in 2004. Visitation will be from 11 a.m. until service time at 1 p.m. Tuesday at Airsman-Hires Funeral Home in White Hall. Following the 1 p.m. services, burial will be at Belltown Cemetery in Belltown. Memorials may be made to Belltown Cemetery. Condolences may be left at www.airsman-hires.com., Jon William Fulkerson, 66, of White Hall, died Saturday, April 30, 2011 at Boyd Memorial Hospital in Carrollton., Born Nov. 7, 1944, in Alton, he was the son of the late William O. and Ruth Shafer Fulkerson. He married the former Judith Pinkerton Mathews in July of 1978 in White Hall and she survives., Also surviving are three daughters, Barbara (Roger) Grant of White Hall, Sandra Knight of San Antonio, Frances Seymoure of Springfield; a son, Michael (Liz) Mathews of White Hall; grandchildren, Amber Mathews, Brittany (Phillip) McKinnon, Jennifer Kimbro, Elizabeth Gray, John Gray, Misty Cecil, Ian Cecil, Eddie Cecil, Jordyn Sharrow, Kayden Mathews, Codey Mathews, Trever Mathews; and a great-granddaughter, Maddison Parks. He was preceded in death by his parents., Jon was a member of the Odd Fellows, and enjoyed fishing and camping with his grandchildren. He was a veteran of the U.S., . He worked as an accountant for C. Bolts Construction Co. in Granite City and Weiss Distributing. He later went to work at EMI in Jacksonville, retiring in 2004., Visitation will be from 11 a.m. until service time at 1 p.m. Tuesday at Airsman-Hires Funeral Home in White Hall. Following the 1 p.m. services, burial will be at Belltown Cemetery in Belltown. Memorials may be made to Belltown Cemetery. Condolences may be left at |
Kobek, Joseph W. "Papa" 68, beloved husband of Sandra (nee Reid), devoted father of Derek (Elizabeth) Lammel and the late Joseph W. Kobek III, loving grandfather of Mackenzie, Madison and Jack, fond brother of Thomas (Amelia) Kobek and uncle of Annmarie (Scott) Bishop. Chapel prayer 10:15 a.m. Wednesday, May 4, 2011 from the Schmaedeke Funeral Home, 10701 S. Harlem Ave., Worth to St. Linus Church, 10300 S. Lawler, Oak Lawn Mass 11 a.m. Visitation Tuesday, 3 to 8 p.m. Interment Evergreen Cemetery. 708-448-6000. |
HUNTLEY – Joseph L. Manning, 79, of Huntley, passed away early Sunday morning, May 1, 2011, at his home with his family by his side., He was born July 28, 1931, in Louisville, Ky., to John and Martha (Vessels) Manning. He was a 1949 graduate of St. Edward Catholic School in Elgin and attended Loras College in Dubuque, Iowa, for two years. He graduated from St. Paul Seminary in 1957 and was drafted in the U.S. Army shortly after. He married Margaret A. Hemmer on Dec. 28, 1963, in St. Mary Catholic Church in Huntley., Mr. Manning began a 34-year teaching career at St. Mary Grade School in Elgin, moving to St. Edward High School, where he served as assistant football coach and track coach. He began teaching at Huntley High School in the 1965-66 school year and taught 29 years before retiring in 1994. He was head football coach for a number of years earning "Coach of the Year" honors in 1979. He also served as athletic director for the high school and grade school for 10 years., "Joe" was a devoted member of St. Mary Catholic Church in Huntley, having served in many capacities such as a lector, CCD teacher, member and past president of the Parish Council, and as a regional representative to Marian Central High School., He also served his Huntley community as a member of the Zoning Board of Appeals for 10 years., He is survived by his wife, Peggy; four children, Andrea Manning of Oak Park, Edmond Manning of Minneapolis, Minn., Eileen Manning of Huntley and Matthew Manning of Chicago; and his sister, Dolores (Billy) Graham of AlGood, Tenn., He was preceded in death by his parents; and three brothers, Harry, James "Barney," and William Manning., The visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, May 3, at St. Mary Catholic Church, 10307 Dundee Road, Huntley. The visitation will continue from 9 a.m. Wednesday, May 4, until the Mass of Christian Burial is celebrated at 10 a.m. at the church. Burial will be in the St. Mary Cemetery in Huntley., In lieu of flowers, memorials in his name may be made to the St. Vincent de Paul Society or the St. Mary Building Fund., For information, call James A. O'Connor Funeral Home at 847-669-5111. |
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Joseph S. Sciortino, 94 Beloved Father and Nanu ROCKFORD - Joseph S. Sciortino, 94, of Rockford passed away peacefully Friday, April 22, 2011. Born Dec. 7, 1916, in Rockford, the son of Salvatore and Rose (Torretta) Sciortino. Joseph married Mary Monestero on April 20, 1941, in Rockford; she died Aug. 18, 2009. Joseph was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, son and brother. Family was everything to him. He worked at Rockford Clutch as a tool and die maker for 45 years and at Vince's Paint and Hardware for 20 years. Joseph was a member of St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church. He was a member and past treasurer of Rockford Clutch Retirees Local 803 and Young Seniors of St. Anthony. Survived by son, Salvatore (Sharon) Sciortino DDS of Rockford; daughter, Rosemary (Jerry) Sciortino-Bloom of Cherry Valley; grandchildren, Joseph Sciortino of Rockford and Jennifer (Christopher) Sciortino-Watt of Grangemouth, Scotland; great-grandchildren, Dylan and Haley Sciortino; and numerous nieces and nephews. Predeceased by wife, Mary; parents; sister, Angie Ciochetti; and brother, Carl Sciortino. Special thanks to the doctors and staff at Rosewood Care Center and Passages Hospice for their kind and compassionate care. Funeral Mass at 10 a.m. Wednesday, May 4, in St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church, 1010 Ferguson St., with visitation from 9 to 10 a.m. The Franciscan Friars will officiate. Burial in Calvary Catholic Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, a memorial will be established at a later date. Arrangements by Fitzgerald Funeral Home and Crematory, Mulford Chapel, 1860 S. Mulford Road. Share condolences online at |
Julian Swain, 86 ROCKFORD - Julian Swain, 86, passed away peacefully Tuesday, April 19, 2011, in SwedishAmerican Hospital. Julian was born Dec. 8, 1924, in Chicago, and raised by his mother, Sarah Elizabeth Davis Swain. He attended Stephen A. Douglas Elementary School and Wendell Phillips High School. At Chicago's Southside Community Arts Center, Julian met artists like Margaret Goss Burroughs and Gordon Parks and took lessons with dancers Lester Goodman, Lucille Ellis, Wilbert Bradley, Sammy Dyer, Tommy Gomez and Jimmy Payne. He also performed with Carmencita Romero in the Annual Artists Ball at the Savoy. In 1940, Julian traveled with Romero and danced in Toronto before learning about African dance in New York from Senegal's Asadata Dafora. After returning to Chicago, Julian worked as a choreographer in Lon Fontaine's "Beige Beaus" at the Beige Room. Julian then became choreographer and lead dancer at Chicago's Club DeLisa. Julian gained his greatest notoriety as a member of the Co-Op Trio with Peter Green and Ann Henry. The Co-Ops performed with acts like Count Basie and in venues like Larry Steele's Club Harlem in Atlantic City, New Jersey and Arthur Bragg's Idlewild Review in Michigan. In 1971, Julian formed the Julian Swain Inner City Dance Theatre at Malcom X College. As a singer and actor, Julian had performed in many musical revivals including Okoro Harold Johnson's "Don't Get Around Much Anymore," Randall Johnson's "Le Stardust Revue, A Tribute to Duke Ellington," Chuck Hoenes' "Best of the Hit Paraders" and "Sugar." Julian was featured in the movie "The Blues Brothers" and also performed in Carlos Santana and Michelle Branch's "The Game of Love" video. Among the many awards Julian received were the Black Theatre Alliance Award, 2004 Chicago Senior Citizen Award, Muntu Dance Theatre and African American Arts Alliance Lifetime Achievement awards and Najwa Dance Corps for his contribution to the arts and dance. Survivors include his companion, Edith McCauley; children, Mary (Dave) Kilty of Machesney Park, William (Ann) Gregory of Princeton, Kevin (Cheryl) McCauley of DeKalb; grandchildren, Liz Kilty, Lindsey (Ryan) Thompson, Jason Kramer and Todd Gregory; and great-grandchild, WesleyThompson. Predeceased by his mother, Sarah. Memorial gathering from 4 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, May 4, in Fitzgerald Funeral Home & Crematory, Mulford Chapel, 1860 S. Mulford Road, with a time of sharing memories at 8 p.m. The family will plan a memorial gathering after June 1 in Chicago. |
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Thomas Patrick Kane, Veteran of the United States Army, husband of the late Sharon, nee Beard; dear father of Kenneth (Nabila) Kane, Carrie (Tony) ..... |
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Kenneth W. Hush passed away peacefully surrounded by family after a courageous battle with cancer., He was born in Galashiels, Scotland. He was admired and respected by his many friends all over the world., He was the beloved husband of Maria, nee D'Alessandro; dearest father of Nicola (Andy) Allman, Rhoda (Simon) Thomas, Thomas, Kieran, Kyle and the late Nicholas; loving granddad of Jack, Louis and Owen; dear son of the late Thomas and Eileen; son-in-law of Chris, nee Campbell, and Nick D'Alessandro; loving brother of Audrey (Ron) Triebel and Dougie (Fiona); and fond uncle of many., The visitation will be from 3 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, May 3, at Querhammer & Flagg Funeral Home, 500 W. Terra Cotta Ave., Crystal Lake. The funeral will be at 10:15 a.m. Wednesday, May 4, at the funeral home proceeding to St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church for a Mass celebration at 11 a.m. Interment will be in All Saints Cemetery., In lieu of flowers, donations to the Hush Family Trust would be appreciated., For information, call the funeral home at 815-459-1760 or visit |
LEWISTOWN - L. Leon Wickert, 86, Astoria, formerly of Lewistown, died at 1:53 p.m. Saturday, April 30, 2011, in Astoria Gardens., He was born July 18, 1924, in Macomb to Reuben D. and Alma H. (Huseted) Wickert., He married Rosalee Werner on Dec. 18, 1945, in Astoria. She preceded him in death Sept. 19, 2005. He then married Margaret Scrogum on Jan.9, 2007 in Lewistown. She survives., Also surviving are his son, Stephen (and Marie) Wickert of Lewistown; his daughters, Deborah (and John) Sandoval of Galesburg and Melanie (and John) Clark of Havana; a stepdaughter, Saundra (and Larry) Smith of Lamonte, Mo.; seven grandchildren; three stepgrandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; and four stepgreat-grandchildren., He was preceded in death by a stepson, Charles Scrogum., He was a lifelong farmer in the Fulton County area, a Fulton County 4-H leader and a member of Fulton County Farm Bureau, the Spoon River Towers Board of Directors, Fulton County FS Board of Directors and Illinois Street Christian Church in Lewistown, where he served as and elder and on the church board., Service will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, May 4, 2011, at Shawgo Memorial Home in Astoria, with Rev. Kevin Van Tine officiating. Visitation will be 10 to 11 a.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Woodland Cemetery, Astoria. Memorials may be made to Graham Hospital Hospice or Illinois Street Christian Church. |
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Laiping Lee, 89 ROCKFORD - Laiping Lee, 89, of Rockford passed away Sunday, April 24, 2011, at home. Laiping was born Sept. 15, 1921, to a high school principal, Law Kwong Fuk and Yueng Shunk Kok. She graduated from high school in China and became an elementary school, . She married Lieh Chiu Lee, a high school teacher, in 1947 in Yu Lin, Guan Xi Province, in China. They moved to Hong Kong in 1952. They had four children, who they taught at a young age the importance of education, to respect their elders and to help others and be charitable. These values were passed on in their family to the next generations. Laiping is survived by son, YuMing Lee (Chui Wah Lee) of Rockford; daughter, YeeMing Lee of Rockford; son, WanMing Lee (Zhu Hong) of Chicago; son, SuenMing Lee (Wai Kuen Lee) of Rockford; nine grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. Laiping is preceded in death by her parents; husband; and son-in-law, Man Ngok Tam. The family would like to especially thank Northern Illinois Hospice for the care they gave to their mother. Service at 10 a.m. Thursday, May 5, in Sunset Funeral Home, 8800 N. Alpine Road, Machesney Park, with visitation one hour before service time. For more information, visit sunsetfhmem |
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Born: Feb. 3, 1959, Died: April 18, 2011, AURORA – Lawrence D. Conway (Larry) of Aurora, passed away on April 18, 2011., He was born on Feb. 3, 1959, and attended the Batavia Public Schools., He was preceded in death by his mother Pat (Rose Lea) Conway of Aurora; his grandparents, Elmer and Joyce Coleman of Batavia; and his aunt, Marlene Kettley of Salt Lake City, Utah., Larry was the dear friend of Cecelia Hackman of Aurora; the brother of Hope Conway of Aurora; and the nephew of Joel Vernetti of Jacksonville, Ark., and Dave Conway of Indianapolis, Ind., Larry will be remembered by his longtime friends at AID of Aurora, Illinois and his kind friends from Nurses on Call of Downers Grove., Donations in Larry's name can be made to the Association for Individual Development, 309 W. New Indian Trail Court, Aurora, IL 60506 Attn: Development Dept or to the Salvation Army of Aurora – 437 E. Galena Blvd., Aurora, IL 60505. |
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DANVILLE – Larry Gastineau, 64, of Danville, formerly of Bloomington, died at 4 a.m. Saturday (April 30, 2011) at the Veterans Affairs Illiana Health Care System, Danville. read more |
Meria, Lilian W. Bohlin (nee Wiborg), age 93. Beloved wife of Phillip B. Meria and the late Einar A. Bohlin; Devoted mother of Matthew (Mary Jo) and Marshall (Susan) Bohlin and stepmother of Vannessa (Philip) Lake; Dear grandmother of Colleen, Kaitlyn, Einar T. and Margaret Bohlin and step-grandmother of Naomi Lake; Fond sister of the late Carl A. Wiborg. A private, family celebration of her life was held. Memorial contributions may be made to Midwest Palliative & Hospice CareCenter, 2050 Claire Ct., Glenview, IL, 60025. Funeral info.: 847-673-6111 or |
SHELBYVILLE - Linda M. (Shride) Wiandt, 68, of Shelbyville, IL, died at 6:18 a.m. Saturday, April 30, 2011 in Shelbyville Manor. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, May 4, 2011 in Howe and Yockey Funeral Home, Shelbyville with Rev. Robert Turner officiating. Visitation from 5:00-8:00 p.m. Tuesday. Burial will be in Grace Cemetery, Strasburg, IL. Memorials may be given to The Global Fibrosis Foundation,, , Pregnancy Resource Center or Shelby Humane Society. Mrs. Wiandt was born on April 8, 1943 in Tower Hill, IL, the daughter of John Robert and Frances Josephine Barker Shride. Linda graduated from Cowden High School in the Class of 1961 and received her Associates Degree from Lakeland College. She worked for Selock's Five and Dollar Store and Dog n Suds both in Shelbyville, Mallory's in Pana, Bogart's Optical in Shelbyville and retired from C.E.F.S. in Shelbyville on September 1, 2010 as a Social Services Assistant. Linda was a member of the First Church of the Nazarene in Shelbyville and was active in Twilighters, Pencil Pal Program, Pregnancy Resource Center and Shelby Humane Society. She married Joseph Waldo Wiandt on May 21, 1966. He died on September 28, 2005. Surviving are her children, Julia Askins of Shelbyville, Mike Wiandt of Phoenix AZ, and Rachel Wiandt and fiancé Michael Gush of Chicago; sister, Joyce Forsythe and husband Jim of Shelbyville; grandchildren, Tonya and Tony Askins and Todd Wiandt; nieces and nephews, Gail Ann Cole, Debbie Graven and Jake, Jack and Josh Forsythe; and several great nieces and nephews including, Cody Cole. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Waldo; daughter-in-law, Shirley Wiandt; sister, Nancy Cole; and nephew, Lanny Cole. Send condolences to, . Obituary written by family members. Online guest book at |
Kleszczynski, Louis E. Passed away April 30, 2011. Beloved husband of Dolores. Loving father of Marie, Edward, Donna, Karen, and Louis Jr. Cherished grandfather of 11 and great grandfather of 6. Dearest brother of Ted. Visitation Tuesday 3-9 p.m. at Muzyka Funeral Home, 2157 W. Chicago Ave. (at Leavitt St.). Interment Private. Info: 773-278-7767. |
Brizendine, Lucille Age 91 of Crown Point, passed away April 28, 2011. Preceded in death by Her Loving Husband: Charles Brizendine; Grandaughter Luci Brizendine. Devoted Mother to 2 Sons: Myron (Louise) Brizendine of DeMotte, Ind. Glen Brizendine of Ferguson, North Carolina. Daughter: LaVeta (Tony) Clements of Summerfield, Florida. Loving Grandmother to Linda Kiger, Edward Brizendine, Kathryn (Andrew) Webster, Joshua Clements. Six great grandchildren, Jordan Clements, Chloe Brizendine, Leslie Edmonds, Andrew Kiger, Eli Charles Brizendine and Shelby Kiger, 2 step great-grandchildren Allison and Alexis Webster. She was born in Sullivan, Missouri, the 4th of 11 children and survived by six siblings, all living in Missouri. Lucille was an accomplished seamstress and lived by the Motto, "Never say Never, you can do, you'll see". She gave her heart to Jesus as a teenager and her faith in God always guided her through life. "For the mother is and must be, whether she knows it or not, the greatest, strongest and most lasting teacher her children have." Visitation will be on Tuesday, May 2, at Rendina Funeral Home, 5100 Cleveland St. Merrillville, from 2 p.m. - 8 p.m.. Funeral service Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. with Rev. Doug Sheehy officiating. Burial in Calumet Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to a church of your choice. |
DECATUR - Lyle E. Thompson, 61, Decatur, died Friday (April 29, 2011). Arrangements incomplete: Brintlinger and Earl Funeral Homes, Decatur. |
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Marajean Pedlow Brooks, 86 ANN ARBOR, Mich. - Marajean Pedlow Brooks, 86, died suddenly after a long illness on the morning of Thursday, April 21, 2011, at the home of her daughter in Ann Arbor. Born May 30, 1924, to Lois Gurnell Sipes and George Russell Pedlow in a farmhouse in a park that was being designed by her father in Rockford, Ill. An elegant woman of fierce intelligence, she surrounded her family with beauty. Loved art, gardening, reading, cooking, sewing and friendship, all of which she pursued with extraordinary grace and talent. Filled her life with color and warmth and principle. Most of all, a mother who encouraged her children to soar. Graduated in 1942 from Rockford West High School, where she edited the West High Owl, as did her husband and her daughter. Attended Rockford College and in November 1943, married Richard Chadwick Brooks, whom she had known since first grade, as he entered training for the Army Air Corps Reserves. Her husband was missing in action for four months during the summer of 1944, a period she recently described in her book "Wartime: Chad's Secret." After the war, lived in Iowa City, Iowa, and started a family before returning to Rockford. An active volunteer at the Rockford Art Association, she was a founder of the sales and rental gallery and became an honorary lifetime board member. In the 1960's, returned to college and graduated with a B.A. in education from Northern Illinois University in 1972. Received a master's degree in 1982. Taught at Gregory Elementary School in Rockford for 19 years, work she loved because she loved the children. Also active in First Presbyterian Church of Rockford. After the death of her husband March 17, 1997, she moved to Ann Arbor in October 1998. She flourished in Ann Arbor, finding wonderful friends and new interests. Survives in the hearts and thoughts of her sister, Vonetta Pedlow Franda; children, Christina Brooks Whitman of Ann Arbor, Richard C. Brooks Jr. of Fort Wayne, Ind., and Michelle Brooks Haffner of Issaquah, Wash.; grandchildren, Claire, Emma, Richard, Brendan, Gregory and Thomas. An expert at soothing babies, a talent much appreciated by her great-grandchildren, Charles and Henry. Preceded in death by her husband and her sister, Laurella Pedlow Ward. Memorial service at 2:30 p.m. Sunday, May 22, in First Presbyterian Church, 1432 Washtenaw Ave. Memorial donations may be made to the Rockford Art Museum. Arrangements entrusted to Muehlig Funeral Chapel. For more information, visit |
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Marjorie Ellen Lindvall, 80 BELVIDERE - Marjorie Ellen Lindvall, 80, of Belvidere died Friday, April 29, 2011, in her home surrounded by her family. Born Nov. 19, 1930, in Corona, Calif., the daughter of Jesse and Bertha (Naylor) Nowles. Married Dean Lindvall on Sept. 23, 1950, in Belvidere; he died Feb. 16, 1997. Marjorie enjoyed reading and going up to their cabin in Wisconsin. Member of First United Methodist Church. Survivors include daughter, Teresa Ferguson of Belvidere; grandchildren, Joseph (Sara) Lindvall, Melissa (Evan) Binns, Rachel Ferguson, Kari Ferguson and Maggie Lindvall; great-grandchildren, Ava and Dane Lindvall, Hailey Binns and one on the way. Predeceased by her parents; husband; son, Jeff Lindvall; and sister, Mary Maxim. The family would like to extend a special thank-you to Passages Hospice for their care and compassion. Service at 11 a.m. Wednesday, May 4, in Buck-Wheeler-Hyland Funeral Home, 218 W. Hurlbut Ave., with visitation from 10 a.m. to service time. The Rev. James Crone, pastor of First United Methodist church, will officiate. Burial in Belvidere Cemetery. Memorial may be given to the family. To send condolences, visit |
Marvin Louis Lovings, 58 NORTH AURORA - Marvin Louis Lovings, 58, of North Aurora departed this earthly life Monday, April 25, 2011, in North Aurora Care Center after a short illness. Born Oct. 4, 1952, in Charleston, Mo., the son of Phavernon and Eva Lovings. He lived in North Aurora since 2007 after leaving Rockford. He attended Allen Chapel Church while in Rockford and East High School. Marvin leaves to cherish many memories, including son, Marvin Wilson; daughters, Jacquil Hanson and Erma Wilson; 10 grandchildren; brothers, Forrest (Valerie) Lovings, Robert (Fannie) Wheeler, Phavernon (Arnita) Wilkins, Glen Victory, Anthony Victory and Virgil (Wanda) Wilkins; sisters, Jacqueline (Lee Sr.) Hicks, Dolores Marks and Rose Victory; aunt, Queen Esther Jefferson; former wife, Karen Wilson; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his parents; and brother, Michael Victory. Service at 11 a.m. Tuesday, May 3, in Carl E. Ponds Funeral Home, 2429 W. State St., with visitation from 10 a.m. to service time. Burial in Cedar Bluff Cemetery. |
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COLLISON – Marvin "Gene" Poyner, 80, of Collison died at 8:39 a.m. Sunday (May 1, 2011) at home. Funeral arrangements were incomplete at Wolfe Funeral Home, 400 N. Vermilion St., Potomac. read more |
ELBURN – Mary Ellen Isberg, 93, of Elburn and formerly of Joliet, passed away Saturday, April 30, 2011, at Heritage Manor in Elgin., She was born March 1, 1918, in Kansas City, Kan., to Charles and Hattie (Fox) Reise., She lived in both Kansas City and Chicago before the family moved to Joliet when she was nine. She attended Joliet Township High School., She met her husband, George, at a Halloween party, but nothing could disguise the love that blossomed thereafter. Their love was strong and true, but the etiquette at the time dictated that they would have to wait to get married until George turned 21. They eventually were married May 11, 1937, and made their home in Joliet., Following the birth of their daughter, Judy, the family moved to Aurora, where they welcomed two sons, Donald and Alan. George passed away in 1994. In 1997, she moved to The Meadows Apartments in Elburn, where she was one of the very first residents and had the honor of "cutting the ribbon" on opening day., She was a homemaker of the highest caliber. Her hands were never idle. She always was busy making handcrafted dolls, stuffed animals, needle point and crocheting that found homes with friends and family alike. It was not only her dolls that benefited from sewing skills, her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren received clothes made with love in every stitch. The bountiful harvest of vegetables and beautiful flowers from her garden always were shared with everyone. In the kitchen, she would make her favorite family recipes, much to the delight of anyone coming in the door to visit or attend the many large family gatherings throughout the years. She gave her heart as well, donating her time by volunteering at The Meadows through her Chat 'N Stitch group that sewed on the new patches on shirts for the Elburn Fire Department. Her ancestry was a source of pride, having traced back her family to North Wales in Great Britain, where Dr. Griffith Owen found passage to America alongside the likes of William Penn in the 1600s., Her legacy of unending love and strong moral character has been passed on to the next generations, along with a lifetime of memories that will be cherished forever., She was a member of St. Olaf Lutheran Church in Montgomery and the Fox Valley Wildlife Center in Elburn. She was a founding member of the Church of the Good Shepherd in North Aurora, where she played the organ. She also was a member of the daughters of the American Revolution., She is survived by two children, Judy Ruffatti of Carpentersville and Alan (Julie) Isberg of Elburn; a daughter-in-law, Susan Isberg of Aurora; nine grandchildren, Anne Ruffatti (James) Szczebak of Cary, Paul (Dawn) Ruffatti of Cary, Kathy (Joseph) Vingelis of Cary, Simon (Kim) Isberg of Darien, Tim (Nancy) Isberg of Montgomery, Douglas Isberg of Naples, Fla., John (Karima) Isberg of Savoy, Kristin (Todd) Brennan of Chicago and Amy (Marc) Shuflin of Caracas, Venezuela; 10 great-grandchildren, Sean Ruffatti, Jason Ruffatti, Brianna Szczebak, Brandon Isberg, Sierra Isberg, Griffin Isberg, Lucas Isberg, Quinn Isberg, Eve Isberg and Nicholas Vingelis; a sister, Donna (Frank) Miller of Mesa, Ariz, and Honolulu; and many nieces, nephews and friends., She was preceded in death by her parents, Charles and Hattie (Fox) Reise; her husband of 57 years, George; two siblings, Madine Mason and Charles Reise; and her son, Donald Isberg., The visitation will be from 3 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 3, at Conley Funeral Home, 116 W. Pierce St., Elburn, with a funeral to celebrate her life at 7:30 p.m. Burial will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, May 4, in Woodlawn Memorial Park, Joliet., In lieu of flowers, a memorial will be established in her name to benefit St. Olaf Lutheran Church, Montgomery, and other charities to be named later. Memorials checks may be made to the Mary Ellen Isberg Memorial and mailed in care of P.O. Box 66, Elburn, IL 60119. Tributes and memories also may be forwarded to the family at the same address or online at, For information, call Conley Funeral Home at 630-365-6414. |
Mary Ellen was born on Nov. 7, 1919, in Columbus to the late Harry J. and Irma Richard Martin. She married Harold Mealiff on May 17, 1941, in Camp Point. Harold died Jan. 1, 2007., Mary Ellen was a member of the Congregational Church of Mendon. She had been a member of the Adams County Home Extension since 1941, a member of the Browning Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star since 1946, a mother advisor of the Unity Assembly Rainbow Girls for 29 years, served 16 years as a 4-H leader of the Mendon Merri Maids, was past president and lifetime member of the Unity PTA, and was also a member of the Glenwood Community Club. She enjoyed gardening, cooking, and doing volunteer work., Surviving are three daughters, Mary Ann Canaday and her husband, Hugh, of Belleville, Virginia Bergmann and her husband, Grant, of Denton, Texas, and Dorothy "Dottie" Joines and her husband, Don, of Maryville; two grandchildren, Heather Smith and her husband, Andrew, of Plano, Texas, and Andrea Klokow and her husband, Doug, of Rogers, Ark.; two great-grandchildren, Allison and Carolyn Smith; five stepgrandchildren; eight stepgreat-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews., She was also preceded in death by two brothers, Leaton and Everett Martin, and two sisters, Marjorie Sorensen and Irene Mittermeyer., SERVICES: 11 a.m. today in the Congregational Church of Mendon with the Rev. Jack Perdue and Mary Jane Arnold conducting. Interment was in the Mendon Cemetery., VISITATION: 9 to 11 a.m. today in the Congregational Church of Mendon., MEMORIALS: North Adams Home at Mendon or the Congregational Church of Mendon., ARRANGEMENTS: Hunter Funeral Home, Mendon. |
Isberg, Mary Ellen Age 93, of Elburn, formerly of Joliet, passed away Saturday, April 30, 2011 at Heritage Manor in Elgin, IL. She was born March 1, 1918 in Kansas City, KS, the daughter of Charles and Hattie (Fox) Reise. Mary Ellen lived in both Kansas City and Chicago for time before the family moved to Joliet when she was nine. She attended Joliet Township High School. She met her husband George at a Halloween party but nothing could disguise the love that blossomed thereafter. Their love was strong and true but the etiquette at the time dictated that they would have to wait to get married until George turned 21. They were eventually married on May 11, 1937 and made their home in Joliet for a time. Following the birth of their daughter, Judy, the family moved to Aurora where they welcomed two sons, Donald and Alan. George passed away in 1994. In 1997 Mary Ellen moved to The Meadows Apartments in Elburn where she was one of the very first residents and had the honor of "cutting the ribbon" on opening day. Mary Ellen was a homemaker of the highest caliber. Her hands were never idle. She was always busy making handcrafted dolls, stuffed animals, needle point and crocheting that found homes with friends and family alike. It was not only her dolls that benefited from sewing skills, her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren all received clothes made with love in every stitch. The bountiful harvest of vegetables and beautiful flowers from her garden were always shared with everyone. In the kitchen Mary Ellen would make her favorite family recipes much to the delight of anyone coming in the door to visit or attend the many large family gatherings over the years. Mary Ellen gave of her heart as well, donating her time by volunteering at The Meadows through her "Chat 'N Stitch" group who sewed on the new patches on shirts for the Elburn Fire Department. Her ancestry was a source of pride as well having traced back her family to North Wales in Great Britain where Dr. Griffith Owen found passage to America alongside the likes of William Penn in the 1600's. Her legacy of unending love and strong moral character has been passed on to the next generations, along with a lifetime of memories that will be cherished forever. She was a member of St. Olaf Lutheran Church in Montgomery and the Fox Valley Wildlife Center in Elburn. She was a founding member of the Church of the Good Shepherd in North Aurora where she played the organ for a time. Mary Ellen was a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution. She is survived by two children: Judy Ruffatti of Carpentersville, IL, Alan (Julie) Isberg of Elburn; One daughter-in-law, Susan Isberg of Aurora and Nine grandchildren: Anne Ruffatti (James) Szczebak of Cary, IL, Paul (Dawn) Ruffatti also of Cary, IL, Kathy (Joseph) Vingelis of Cary, IL, Simon (Kim) Isberg of Darien, IL, Tim (Nancy) Isberg of Montgomery, IL, Douglas Isberg of Naples, FL, John (Karima) Isberg of Savoy, IL, Kristin (Todd) Brennan of Chicago, IL and Amy (Marc) Shuflin of Caracas, Venezuela; Ten great grandchildren: Sean Ruffatti, Jason Ruffatti, Brianna Szczebak, Brandon Isberg, Sierra Isberg, Griffin Isberg, Lucas Isberg, Quinn Isberg, Eve Isberg, Nicholas Vingelis; One sister: Donna (Frank) Miller of Mesa, AZ and Honolulu, HI. Numerous nieces and nephews and friends. She is preceded in death by her parents, Charles and Hattie (Fox) Reise; her husband of 57 years, George; two siblings, Madine Mason and Charles Reise and her son Donald Isberg. Visitation will be from 3-7 p.m. with a funeral service to celebrate her life to begin at 7:30 p.m. at Conley Funeral Home, 116 W. Pierce St., Elburn, IL, on Tuesday, May 3, 2011. Burial will follow Wednesday, May 4, at Woodlawn Memorial Park, in Joliet, beginning at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, a memorial will be established in her name to benefit St. Olaf Lutheran Church, Montgomery, IL and other charities to be named later. Memorials checks may be made to the Mary Ellen Isberg Memorial and mailed in care of P.O. Box 66, Elburn, IL 60119. Tributes and memories may also be forwarded to the family at the same address or through her obituary at |
SHELBYVILLE - Mary Marie Hennings, 92, Shelbyville, died Sunday (May 1, 2011). Services: 11 a.m. Thursday, Lockart-Green Funeral Home, Shelbyville. Visitation: one hour before services. Burial: Glenwood Cemetery, Shelbyville. Memorials: First Christian Church of Shelbyville. Send condolences: |
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ELKHART — Maurice Edward "Mose" Dee, 85, of Elkhart died at 7:55 a.m. Saturday (April 30, 2011) at his home. |
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Rosemary McGrail, nee Rudd , 76, of River Forest died Saturday, April 30, 2011 at home surrounded by her family. She was a mother ..... |
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Michael A. Passmore, 29 WINNEBAGO - Michael A. Passmore, 29, of Winnebago passed away Saturday, April 30, 2011. Born April 13, 1982, in Rockford, the son of Steven and Rebecca (Passmore) Roper. Survivors include sons, Trevor and Keegan; mother, Becky Passmore of New Mexico; father, Steven (Dawn) Roper of Rockford; maternal grandmother, Carol Passmore; maternal grandfather, Gordon (Jeanne) Passmore; paternal grandfather, Gary Roper; paternal grandmother, Pat (Lee) Ross; great-grandmother, Vivian Riley; half brother, Steve; half sister, Samantha; uncles, Douglas (Helen) Passmore, Kevin (Mary) Passmore and Rusty (Sandy) Passmore, Durk (Cindy) Roper; cousins, April and Durk. Service at 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 4, in Delehanty Funeral Home Ltd., 401 River Lane, Loves Park, with visitation from 5 to 7 p.m. Father William Wentink will officiate. In lieu of flowers, a memorial will be established. For more information, visit |
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WESTVILLE – Milbern Holycross, 85, of Westville died at 10:54 a.m. Saturday (April 30, 2011) at Provena United Samaritans Medical Center, Danville. read more |
ANNA -- Mildred Liles, 77, died at 4:45 p.m. Sunday, May 1, 2011, at her home., Arrangements are incomplete at Crain Funeral Home in Anna-Jonesboro. |
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Morris Ronald Briggs, 74, formerly of Jerseyville, died at 7:44 p.m. Saturday, April 30, 2011, at Alton Memorial Hospital in Alton. Arrangements are pending at Crawford Funeral Home in Jerseyville. |
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Lucille T. Nardi, (nee Moscato), age 90; beloved wife of Steve Nardi for 70 years; loving mother of Donna (Emo) Dellanina and Pat (Jack) Hawrysz; ..... |
Laniewski, Nancy K. Nancy K. Laniewski beloved wife of the late Robert. Dear mother of Jeff, Sandy (Troy) Lund & Sheri (Jim) Sagstetter. Cherished grandmother of Christopher, Andrew, Jake, Zak & Luke. Visitation Monday 3:00 - 9:00 at Friedrichs Funeral Home, 320 W. Central Rd. at Northwest Hwy. Mt. Prospect. Lying in State Tuesday 9:00 A.M. until Mass 10:00 A.M. at St. Raymond Church, Elmhurst Rd. (Rt. 83) & Lincoln St. Mt. Prospect. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorials to Multiply Myeloma Foundation. For info (847)-255-7800 or |
DECATUR - Nathaniel Hudson, 75, Decatur, retired Wagner Casting Co. coremaker, died Wednesday (April 27, 2011). Services: noon Wednesday, Church of the Living God PGT Temple 3. Visitation: one hour before services in the church. Burial: Greenwood Cemetery. Arrangements by: Walker Funeral Services and Chapel. Send condolences: |
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EDWARDSVILLE - Nelda L. Zike, 90, Edwardsville, formerly of Newton, retired from Myers Brothers/Bergner's, died Friday (April 29, 2011). Services: 11:30 a.m. Thursday, Crain Funeral Home, Newton. Visitation: 10 a.m. until services. Burial: Riverside Cemetery, Newton. Memorials:, or hospice of donor's choice. |
HUNTLEY – Noah Spencer Rios, 9, of Huntley, passed away Thursday evening April 28, 2011, in the comfort of his loving family., He was born Jan. 10, 2002, to William and Rebecca Jo (Matheson) Rios. He attended third grade at Leggee Elementary School in Huntley. His youthful accomplishments substantiate the Heavenly Father's favor. We know him as a great example to all, a Church Primary Valiant, a Faith in God recipient, an energetically active Cub Scout, a Pinewood Derby champion, a compassionate brother, a loving friend, an honorable son, a brave little warrior and a believer. He also enjoyed playing soccer., He is survived by his loving parents, William and Rebecca Jo; fond brothers, Daniel, Brandon and Zach; beloved grandparents, David and Loretta Matheson; his great-grandparents, Maria Vitela and Arnold and Roseabelle Manskey; his dear uncles, David (Carma), Jeffery (Pattie), Brent, Corey (Lisa), William (Josie), Christopher Matheson, Homero Reyes Jr. and Bobby Mario Guiterrez; and his loving aunt, Melissa Matheson., He was preceded in death by his grandmother, San Juana Rios., A visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, May 3, at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 1250 Parkview Drive, Elgin. The funeral will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday, May 4, at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Interment will follow in the Huntley Cemetery., Heartfelt gratitude is extended to all those who made his season special: Make a Wish Foundation, Loyola Ronald McDonalds Children's Hospital, Leggee Elementary School & PTA, Relay for Life, Bear Necessities, Andrea Lynn Cancer Fund, Sin For Charity, All 4 One, The Breast Cancer Support Hour of Sun City, Vincent & Annabelle's Garden, Huntley Jaycees, Red Robin of Algonquin, Crystal Lake Muffler & Brake, and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints Elgin Third Ward., In lieu of flowers, donations would be appreciated to the Will and Becky Rios family or the Noah Charity Account at Harris Bank would be appreciated., For information, call Northern Illinois Funeral Services Inc. at 847-833-2928. |
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Frances M. Orlandino, nee Pieranunzi , resident of Elmhurst; beloved wife of Steven; loving mother of Toni Lynn Caldarazzo, Michael (Helen) and the late Lisa; ..... |
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Szupinski, Patricia A. Daughter of the late Benny and Gertrude (nee Jordan); sister of David; best friend of many beloved pets. Funeral Tuesday 9:00 am from Pomierski F.H., 1059 W. 32nd St., to St. Mary of Perpetual Help Church for 9:30 Mass. INT. St. Adalbert Cemetery. Visitation Monday 6-8 p.m. (773)927-6424. |
WILLIAMS BAY, Wis. – Patrick John Sherry, 66, of Williams Bay, Wis., and Aurora, Ill., died Saturday, April 30, 2011., He was born March 25, 1945, in Hinsdale, to Frank and Marguerite (Canty) Sherry of Aurora., He attended elementary school at Holy Angels School in Aurora and graduated from Marmion Academy in Aurora. He furthered his education at Quincy University in Quincy, where he received a bachelor's degree in sociology. During his lifetime, he was a teacher in the field of education, a stockbroker, a business owner of a winter ski shop, the director of internal operations at the DeKalb Bank in DeKalb, and a pro golfer and instructor., His proudest accomplishment was that of achieving the title of Golf Professional in 1978. He enjoyed teaching people the sport of golf and taught at many U.S. courses. He was instrumental in setting up several golf courses in southeast Asia. A lifelong athlete, his passion was to golf like Greg "Shark" Norman and Phil Mickelson., He leaves this world having given much more than he took from it., He is the loving father of Megan and Ryan; the loving brother of Thomas (Charlene) Sherry of North Ridgeville, Ohio, the Rev. Robert Sherry of McHenry and Mary Ellen (Thomas) Norlen of Langhorne, Pa.; the dear uncle of Kevin Sherry, Amy (Kevin) Brown, Rebecca (Ronald) Nakoneczny, Amanda (Jose) Oliva, Tracy Norlen and Nicholas (Lindsay) Norlen; and cherished great-uncle of Bailey, Tyler and Rylee Brown, Ethan and Isabella Nakoneczny and Colin Oliva., No formal visitation is scheduled. The funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Tuesday, May 3, at The Church of Holy Apostles, 5211 W. Bull Valley Road, McHenry., Interment will be in The Church of Holy Apostles Cemetery, McHenry., For those wishing to send an expression of condolence, his family suggests memorials to The Church of Holy Apostles Cemetery & Mausoleum Fund, 5211 W. Bull Valley Road, McHenry, IL 60050., For information, call Justen Funeral Home & Crematory at 815-385-2400. Friends may send an online condolence to |
Paul D. Irving, 80 ROCKFORD - Paul D. Irving, 80, of Rockford passed away Sunday, April 24, 2011, in SwedishAmerican Hospital. Paul was born Dec. 21, 1930, in Terre Haute, Ind., to Alexander and Gladys (Farmer) Irving. He married Sarah Martarano on June 29, 1963, in Rockford. Paul worked 40 years at RH Donnelly, retiring in 1991. He was also a veteran, serving in the, during the, . Member of Rockford First. Survivors include his wife, Sarah of Rockford; children, Debra (Edward) Ganzel of Rockford, John (Cindy) Irving of Loves Park, Paula (Danny) Bryant of Rockford, Linda (Jack) Liebgott of Rockford; grandchildren, Sam and Tony Irving, Amanda (Phillip Peerboom) Bryant, Michelle Bryant, Tyler, Jared, Nick and Rachel Liebgott; numerous nieces and nephews; and sister-in-law, Shirley of Plainfield, Ind. Predeceased by parents; brother, Richard; sister, Delores. The family wishes to thank the SwedishAmerican Hospital oncology department. Service at noon Wednesday, May 4, in Rockford First, with visitation from 10 a.m. to service time. Pastor Bob Taylor will officiate. Extend condolences online at |
Phillip Hill, 66 MACHENSEY PARK - Phillip Hill, 66, of Machesney Park passed away Wednesday, April 27, 2011, at home. Phillip married Joyce Ann Lovelady on Feb. 13, 1965, in Rockford. Phillip attended Hilltop Ministry Center. He was a member of Tri-State Snowmobile Club. Phillip loved spending time with his granddaughters, fishing, old cars and motorcycles. Phillip is survived by sons, Mickey Hill of Machesney Park and Rickey (Diane) Hill of Loves Park; granddaughters, Kayla and Jenna Hill of Loves Park; sister, Dorothy Staten; and several cousins, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Joyce; son, Jeff; granddaughter, Megan; and four brothers. Service at 10 a.m. Tuesday, May 3, in Sunset Funeral Home, 8800 N. Alpine Road, Machesney Park. Visitation from 5 to 7 p.m. Monday, May 2, in the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the, . For more information, visit |
CARRIER MILLS -- Phyllis Jean Daniels, 65, died at 12:40 a.m. Sunday, May 1, 2011, in Calvin Johnson Nursing Home in Belleville., Services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Lakeview Cemetery near Carrier Mills, with the Rev. Claretta Williams officiating. There will be no visitation. Friends should go directly to cemetery., Felty Funeral Home in Carrier Mills is in charge of arrangements. |
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Winters, Pinkie Lee Born July 20, 1920 in Arkansas. She passed away April 26, 2011 in Joliet, Illinois. Preceded in death by parents, Edd and Pearlie (nee Loggins) Tyler; husband, Lonnie Winters, Sr.; five brothers, Isaih Crayton, Marion Tyler, Eddie Lee Tyler, Joe Tyler, and Earl Tyler; two sisters, Cecila Bailey, and Hattie Lee Adams; four children, May Alice Duria, Miller Duria, T. J. Winters, and Hopie Winters and four grandchildren. Survived by five children, Clifton (Martha) Duria, Lonnie (Lora) Winters, Jr., Francie Winters, Lula Yates, and Mattie Morgan; sisters, Ethel Bailey, and Teattie Campbell; sister-in-law, Rebecca Tyler; twenty-three grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Visitation Tuesday, May 3, 2011 5-7 pm and Wednesday, May 4, 2011 10-11 am at the funeral home. Service at 11 am, Rev. DeAndre Robinson, officiating. Interment following at Woodlawn Memorial Park. Minor-Morris Funeral Home 112 Richards St. (815)-723-1283 |
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Richard A. P. Ryan, age 84, longtime resident of Skokie. Retired Teacher, Senn and Marshall High Schools, Chicago. Beloved husband of Maria, nee Marino ..... |
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ZEIGLER -- Raymond Eugene Meadows, 72, passed away at 5:50 p.m. Saturday, April 30, 2011, at his home, surrounded by his family., Raymond was born Aug. 14, 1938, in Mulkeytown to Alvin and Edith (Laws) Meadows., He married Geraldine Fay McGhee on Sept. 16, 1956, in Zeigler. She survives in Zeigler., Others survivors include four daughters and a son-in-law, Annette Meadows of Alto Pass, Edith Gentry of Carbondale, Kathy Meadows of Zeigler and Julie and Frank Rebelledo of Zeigler; a son and daughter-in-law, Carl and Melissa Meadows of Zeigler; eight grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren; two brothers and a sister-in-law, Stanley and Doris Meadows and Ernie Meadows of Christopher; and a sister and brother-in-law, Betty and Bill Duncan of Hammond, Ind.; and several nieces and nephews., His parents; three brothers, Jessie, John and Corum Meadows; and two sisters, Louise Lewis and Irene Motsinger, preceded him in death., Mr. Meadows was a member of First Apostolic Church of Zeigler, a retired coal miner, and he loved to spend time with his family and grandchildren. Raymond was a Pro Bowler who bowled on the Senior Pro Bowling Tour; he was a certified bowling instructor who loved to teach both young and old bowling., Services for Mr. Meadows will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday, May 3, 2011, in Zeigler First Apostolic Church, with Brother Jason Todd officiating. Burial will be at Zeigler Cemetery. Visitation will be after 9 a.m. until the hour of service Tuesday at the church., Memorial contributions in memory of Mr. Meadows are suggested to First Apostolic Church of Zeigler, 309 Church St., Zeigler, IL 62999., Vantrease Funeral Homes Inc. of Zeigler and Royalton is in charge of the arrangements., Visit, for more information and to sign the online register book. |
CRYSTAL LAKE – Reola M. Smyth, 95, of Crystal Lake, passed away Saturday, April 30, 2011, at Fair Oaks Health Care Center., She was born in 1916 to Roy and Grace Whipple and was raised in Lansing, Mich. She moved to the Chicagoland area when she married Bruce Smyth in the 1940s. She was a resident of Crystal Lake since 1968. She enjoyed sports; she played softball as a young girl and enjoyed playing golf into her 90s., She is survived by her sons, Dave (Judy) Smyth and John Smyth; and her granddaughter, Dr. Kaarin Smyth., She was preceded in death by her husband, Bruce; her daughter, Patricia Smyth; her parents; her brother, Douglas Whipple; and her sister, Marjorie O'Dell., The visitation will be from 4 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, May 4, at Querhammer & Flagg Funeral Home, 500 W. Terra Cotta Ave., Crystal Lake. The visitation will continue from 11 a.m. to noon Thursday, May 5, at the funeral home. At noon there will be a procession to Windridge Memorial Park in Cary for an interment service., Memorials may be made to Fair Oaks Heath Care Center, 471 W. Terra Cotta Ave., Crystal Lake, IL 60014., For information, call the funeral home at 815-459-1760. Online condolences may be made at |
Richard Walter Jacobs 'Jake', 85 MOUNT CARROLL - Richard Walter Jacobs "Jake," 85 of Mount Carroll passed away early Friday morning, April 29, 2011, at home. He was born Nov. 5, 1925, in Freeport, to Walter Alvin and Jeanette (Milver-sted) Jacobs. He attended school in Freeport. Afterwards, he joined the, Air Corps, serving from 1943 through 1945. After returning to Freeport, he went into the law enforcement services, serving both the city of Freeport as an officer for seven years, then the state of Illinois for approximately 30 years as a trooper. He loved fishing, hunting and trapping. His greatest passion, which he talked, lived and breathed, was his collection of Winchesters and Colts - he loved his guns. All of Dick's friends fondly called him Jake. He loved his family and showed it with respect and compassion. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and avid outdoorsman. He married Joyce Marcum on Nov. 2, 1946, and had three children. He then married Susan (Ritchey) Weier on July 14, 1978, in Mount Carroll and raised two children with her. He was a member of Our Redeemer Lutheran Church in Freeport. He is survived by his wife, Susan; children, Jeffrey Jon (Kim) Jacobs, Kathy Jo Hansen, David Lee (Kathy) Weier and Darin Lee Weier; grandchildren, Jennifer Shick, Richard Jacobs, Kalista Collins, Amy Jacobs, Jess Geiken, Jacob Bumphrey, Amber Weier, Keela Weier, Justin Weier, Briauna Weier and Kailani Weier; and eight great-grandchildren; and sons-in-law, John Geiken and Dick Hansen. He is preceded in death by his parents; and his eldest son, Richard Jacobs. Memorial service at 10 a.m. Tuesday, May 3, in Chapel of Peace at Chapel Hill Memorial Park in Freeport. Friendship gathering at noon Tuesday in the Freeport, Club. A memorial has been established for the National Rifle Association. To sign the guestbook online, visit |
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Richard B. 'Rick' Privett, 67 HANNIBAL, Mo. - Richard B. "Rick" Privett, 67, of Hannibal died Thursday, April 28, 2011. Service at 1 p.m. Monday, May 2, in O'Donnell Funeral Home, with visitation one hour before service time. |
Robert A. "Bob" Thrower, 96, of Beardstown, died Sunday, May 1, 2011, at Culbertson Memorial Hospital in Rushville., He was born Sept. 6, 1914, in Malden, Mo., the son of Clarence and Elva Lindsey Thrower. He married Anna Louise Cokenour on Dec. 30, 1935, in Beardstown, and she preceded him in death in February 1981. He then married Mary Self Lancaster on Oct. 23, 1982, at the First United Methodist Church in Beardstown., Surviving are his wife, Mary Thrower of Beardstown; his daughter, Barbara (husband, James) Robinson of Palmyra, Mo.; his granddaughter, Karen (husband, Rev. Randall) Schrock of Lacrosse, Ind.; three great-grandchildren, Rachel, Jonathan and Sarah Schrock; and two sisters, Alberta Colston of Glasford and Mary Hobbs of Mount Olive. He was preceded in death by his parents; his first wife, Anna; his son, Kenneth; and three brothers, Floyd, Merle and Vivan., Mr. Thrower was employed with Montgomery Ward in Beardstown for 20 years and then at Gambles in Beardstown for 20 years until his retirement in 1983. He enjoyed bowling and building model airplanes., Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Tuesday at Sager Funeral Home in Beardstown. Burial will be at Beardstown City Cemetery. The family will meet with friends one hour prior to the funeral service at the funeral home on Tuesday. Memorials have been suggested to Beardstown Ambulance. Condolences may be sent to the family at |
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MORTON — Robert L. "Bob" Belsley, 90, of 400 E. Delwood St., Morton, died at 3:10 a.m. Saturday (April 30, 2011) at Apostolic Christian Restmor, Morton. |
McHenry – Roberta J. Hoffman, 76, of McHenry, died Saturday, April 30, 2011, at DeKalb County Nursing Home surrounded by her family., She was born April 23, 1935, in Milwaukee, to Harold and Barbara (Lukens) Rathman. She married Jerrold (Jerry) Hoffman in 1970 in Chicago., She was a member of Full Gospel Church in McHenry. She was an avid bird watcher and enjoyed spending time with her animals, especially her dog, Patches, and cat, Smokey, as well as her family and friends., She is survived by her niece, Joan (Daniel) Dennis of Kingston; her nephew, Danny (Trisha) Briggs of Wonder Lake; her great-niece, Tricia Hammond; four great-nephews, Daniel (Christina) Dennis, Wesley Briggs, Danny (Destini) Briggs and Billy (Crystal) Briggs; and several great-great nieces., She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; and her two sisters, Virginia Saliu and Joanna Briggs., The visitation will be from 10 a.m. until the 11 a.m. service Tuesday, May 3, at Colonial Funeral Home, 591 Ridgeview Drive, McHenry. Interment will be at 1 p.m. in Memory Gardens Cemetery, 2501 E. Euclid Ave., Arlington Heights., For information, call the funeral home at 815-385-0063. |
MARION -- Ronald Eugene "Wiffy" Smith, 64, passed away 8:05 a.m. Tuesday, April 19, 2011, at his residence., Wiffy was born Sept. 25, 1946, in Carbondale to Charles and Edith Irene Smith., He married Janice Lynn Thompson on June 30, 1984, in Marion. Jan survives., Wiffy was retired. He worked several years at Bays Thriftway Market in Marion before his health began to fail. He was of Christian faith and was a graduate of Marion High School. He enjoyed being outdoors and going camping. He was very kind and he never met a stranger., Survivors include his wife, Janice Lynn Smith; son, Phillip E. Tuck II of Forsyth, Mo.; daughter, Ragan Sartin and husband, Joey, of Garrison, Mo.; five grandchildren, Savanna and Caleb Sartin of Garrison, Mo., Breeanna, Braden and Alyssa Tuck of Forsyth, Mo.; stepmother-in-law, Sue Thompson of Johnston City; three brothers-in-law, Kenny Thompson and wife, Beverly of Herrin, Randy Ferrel and wife, Paula, of Huntington, W.V., David Thompson and wife, Bethany, of Johnston City; three sisters-in-law, Rhonda Rowe and husband, Des, of Rockford, Brenda Garrison and husband, Brian, of Delphi, Ind., and Diane Thompson of Johnston City. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews., He was preceded in death by his parents; first wife, Debbie (Layne) Smith, whom he loved very much; sister, Alice McCall; three brothers, Charles, Bob and Dean Smith; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Richard and Lola Thompson; and a sister-in-law, Jeannie Hansford., In accordance with his wishes, his body will be cremated. Private family services will be at a later date., Memorials may be made to Coach Kill Cancer Fund. Memorial envelopes are available at the funeral home., Pyle Funeral Home in Johnston City is entrusted with the arrangements., To join the family in honoring the memory of Ronald Eugene Smith, visit |
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DECATUR - Ruth A. Turnbo, 64, Decatur, Decatur Memorial Hospital distribution department employee, died Tuesday (April 26, 2011). Services: noon Wednesday, Antioch M.B. Church. Visitation: one hour before services. Burial: Greenwood Cemetery. Arrangements by: Walker Funeral Service and Chapel. Send condolences: |
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Scott M. Johnson, 48, of Sycamore, died Friday, April 29, 2011, at Advocate Lutheran General Hospital in Park Ridge, as the result of a motorcycle accident in McHenry County., Arrangements are being completed at Anderson Funeral Home in DeKalb. For information, call 815-756-1022. |
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ALGONQUIN SHORES – Scott Alan Kempf, 43, of Algonquin Shores, died Saturday, April 16, 2011., He was born Feb. 24, 1968, in Elgin, to Donald and Vangie Kempf. He graduated from Harry D. Jacobs High School in 1986., He was a commercial truck driver and self-employed carpenter. His hobbies included woodworking, motocross, fishing, outdoor activities, and a pursuit for the elusive patent for one of his many inventions., He is survived by his mother, Vangie of Algonquin Shores; his brothers, Dan Kempf and Chris (Nancy) Kempf of Algonquin Shores, and Pete Kempf of McCullom Lake; a sister, Laurie (Bill) Montanye of Huntley; 10 nieces and nephews; Bill (Bridget) Behrens, Nicole Kempf, Mark (Rachael) Kempf, Shane Kempf, Connie Kempf, Tom Kempf, Jenni Kempf, Kurt (Megan) Montanye, Keith Montanye and Jenna Montanye; and seven great-nieces and great-nephews with another due in July., He was preceded in death by his father in 2002; and brother, Nick in 2004., A memorial service will be from 3 to 6 p.m. Saturday, May 7, at The Pointe Outreach Center, 5650 Northwest Highway, Crystal Lake., In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to his family. |
Jeske, Sharon L. Sharon L. Jeske, nee Smith, 54. Beloved wife of James. Devoted mother of Jolene (Anthony) Sikora and the late Justin and Jeffery. Dearest step mother of Heatherann (Christopher) Low. Proud grandmother of Mason, Christopher, John, Hayley, Autumn, Brooke, Dustin and London. Loving sister of Joseph, Judy Haines, Robert, James, Dawn, Joni, Brian and Colleen. Also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Chapel Service Wednesday 11:00 a.m. at Blake- Lamb Funeral Home, 4727 W. 103rd St., Oak Lawn. Interment Evergreen Cemetery. Visitation Tuesday 3:00 - 9:00 p.m. Info 708-636-1193 or |
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HENRY — Shirley J. Packard, 81, formerly of Henry died at 8 p.m. Friday (April 29, 2011) at Heritage Manor Nursing Home, Chillicothe. |
MONMOUTH - Steven Harold Kemmitt, 56, Peoria, formerly of Monmouth, died Thursday (April 28, 2001) at OSF St. Francis Medical Center, Peoria., Funeral was Sunday at Hoover-Hall Memorial Chapel, with Rev. Kenneth Klein officiating. Burial was in Monmouth Cemetery. Memorials may be left at the funeral home for a fund to be designated later. Online condolences may be left at |
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OAKWOOD HILLS – Thomas "Tom" Frank Slaninka, 72, of Oakwood Hills, died Friday, April 29, 2011., He was born July 8, 1938, in Chicago, to Emil and Elsie (Rehak) Slaninka., He worked for Motorola for 38 years. He began his career as an Industrial Engineer in 1960. He advanced through various assignments within this business, eventually becoming inventory control and systems manager., He then progressed to material operations manager, manufacturing operations manager and director of manufacturing operations in the Fixed Products Division. In 1989, he became the director of sector sourcing for the communications sector., Throughout his career, he established new directions and set new standards of excellence. His reputation as a strategic thinker and process champion in the sourcing arena is established throughout the industry and supplier community. He represented Motorola at various industry forums; he participated in leadership conferences on sourcing as a guest speaker at General Electric, IBM, 3M and many other corporations, as well as at governmental conferences in Ireland and India. He made the cover of "Purchasing" magazine, a national publication for purchasing professionals, bringing Motorola well-earned recognition as a leader in this area., He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Merle, nee Singer; his children, Laura (Tom) Healy, Julie (Mark) Nystrom, Chris (Matt) Hintz, Carrie (John) Wagner and Nancy (Paul) Forster; his grandchildren, Eileen, Kerri and Liam Healy, Jack, Kate, Brett and Brian Nystrom, Renee Hintz and Jason Hintz, Jessica Wagner and Mark Wagner, and Nick Forster and Andrew Forster; his brother, Richard (Marilyn) Slaninka; and many nieces and nephews., He was preceded in death by his parents., The visitation will be from 3 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, May 3, at Davenport Family Funeral Home, 419 E. Terra Cotta Ave., Crystal Lake. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Wednesday, May 4, with a visitation one hour before the service at Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Church, 410 N. First St., Cary. Interment will follow in Windridge Memorial Park., In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, 651 W. Washington Blvd., Suite 400, Chicago, IL, 60661, or, For information, call Davenport Family Funeral Home at 815-459-3411. |
LONG CREEK - Todd Streibich, 40, of Long Creek passed away from injuries sustained in an automobile accident on April 29, 2011. A celebration of Todd's life will be held at 11:00 a.m., Thursday, May 5, 2011 at the Community of Christ Church, 5655 Union School Road, Decatur, IL. Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. till 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, May 4, 2011 at Dawson & Wikoff Funeral Home, Mt. Zion. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the family. Messages of condolence may be sent to the family at, . Todd was born July 22, 1970 in Decatur, the son of Richard and Donna (Creech) Streibich. He married Miranda Tatro on November 24, 1990. Todd owned and operated Streibich Disposal. He was a member of the Community of Christ Church. He was currently serving as a trustee on the Long Creek Village Board. He was a member of the Mt. Zion Lion's Club and was holding the position of 1st Vice President. He continued to give back by coaching little league softball and by volunteering many hours at the Mt. Zion Majestic Bingo Hall. Todd had a passion for fireworks. As a Pyrotechnic Master, he was involved in many community displays including Arthur, Sullivan, and Bethany. As a gift to the Long Creek community, he would have a spectacular firework display at his home. He was currently working on his largest firework project ever, the dedication of the new Fletcher Park in Mt. Zion on July 3rd. Todd also loved his animals. He enjoyed raising his fainting goats and especially loved his one and only "Teddy", his pet goose that seemed to follow only his faithful commands. He will also be missed by his special kitty "Oreo" and his puppy "Ralphy". Surviving is his wife: Miranda of Long Creek; daughters: Kassandra Streibich, Tiffany Streibich, and Alexis Streibich all of Long Creek; parents: Richard and Donna Streibich of Decatur; father-in-law and mother-in-law: Dave and Sandy Tatro of Decatur; brother: Doug Streibich of Decatur; sisters: Kim Conder and her husband Scott of Lovington and Diana Anderson of Decatur; brother-in-laws: Terry Tatro and his wife Cindy; David Tatro and his wife Wendi; and Richard Tatro and his wife Melissa; sister-in-law: Kim Tatro and her partner Crystal; aunts and uncles: Judy Creech, Judy Carbone and her husband Bruce, Kenny Heffington and his wife Linda, and Bruce Streibich; nieces and nephews: Claudia Streibich; Kristin Sprague; Kaylee Conder; Heidi Trendler and her husband Josh, Nikki Lambert and her husband Mike, Amanda Fedrick and her husband Quinton, Savannah Tatro, Brad Sprague, Chris Conder, Dustin Streibich, Coty Tatro, Aaron Tatro, Cory Tatro, Ricky Tatro, Stephen Tatro and his wife Melissa, Chris Tatro, Jacob Burgess, and Zachary Tatro; great-nieces and great-nephews: Alexa Rodgers, Jared Anderson, Camden Trendler, Trevor Lambert and Austin Lambert; special friends: Denny and Mindy Weddle. Todd was a man of compassion, always wanting to help his fellow man. The world has lost a great man and Heaven gained the most precious angel. Custom Obituary Dawson & Wikoff Funeral Home of Mt. Zion "A Life Celebration Home" Obituary written by family members. Online guest book at |
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Ruth B. Vosicky, nee Besser , a Hinsdale resident since 1959, died at her home on April 30, 2011. She was in the first ..... |
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BUCKLEY – Verna I. Ward, 93, of Buckley died at 6:50 a.m. Sunday (May 1, 2011) at Heartland Health Care Center of Paxton. read more |
DECATUR - Vitus J. "Vic" Mockaitis, 70, Decatur, died Sunday (May 1, 2011). Arrangements incomplete: Brintlinger and Earl Funeral Homes, Decatur. |
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Rita Campbell Weaver of Winnetka, Born Oct. 22, 1922 in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada, she was the daughter of the late Vincent "Barney" and Nora Campbell. ..... |
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Carol A. Wierus, nee Mars , beloved wife of John; loving mother of Lynn (Edward) Shultz, and Jeff (Margie) Wierus; dearest grandmother of Conor, Andrew, ..... |
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Frank R. Wojciechowski, age 97; beloved husband of the late Wanda, nee Milewski; cherished uncle of Ted (Laurie) Milewski, Sr. and Becky (Bill) Cippola; ..... |
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ARCOLA – Wanda Casteel, 70, of Arcola died at 9:45 a.m. Friday (April 29, 2011). read more |
ARCOLA - Wanda Gail Casteel, 70, Arcola, Libman Broom Co. employee, died Friday (April 29, 2011). Services: 1 p.m. Monday, Edwards Funeral Home, Arcola. Visitation: two hours before services. Burial: Arcola Cemetery. Memorials: to the family. |
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DECATUR - Wayne Pine Fourmont, 97, of Decatur, formerly of Aurora, IL died Saturday, April 30, 2011. Funeral services will be 1:00PM, Tuesday, May 3, 2011 at Brintlinger & Earl Funeral Home, with visitation Tuesday, 11:00 A.M. to service time. Further services will be at 11:00 A.M. on Wednesday, May 4, 2011 at the Daleiden Mortuary in Aurora, IL. with visitation from 10:00 A.M. until service time at the funeral home. Burial will be at Lincoln Memorial Park, Aurora, IL. Wayne was born December 15, 1913 to Emil & Bertha Pine Fourmont on the family farm in Warren County, IL. The family moved to Aurora in 1927. Wayne graduated from West Aurora High School and did service in the Army National Guard. He married Elizabeth Koteles in 1933 and the couple had four children. They lived in the Aurora area for nearly 75 years before moving to Decatur in 2007. He was a welder at the Austin Western Co. in Aurora for over 40 years and retired from there. During all that time he was very active in the local chapter of the United Steelworkers of America and served as Grievance Committee chairman for many years. He was instrumental in the negotiations with the National Labor Relations Board in Washington D.C. following the major strikes that occurred after World War II. In 1964 he wrote a history of the first twenty-seven years of his local union. He dearly loved the out-of-doors and every year he and his wife produced a very large vegetable garden plus tending fruit trees and berry bushes. He also raised chickens and ducks so the family had eggs and meat to eat, especially during WW II. Wayne was always a prolific reader, even after his failing eyesight caused him to use a magnifier for large-print books. Also, his love of words helped him to be a good Scrabble player almost to the very end. Survivors include his wife of 78 years; Daughters: Sally (Lawrence) Thicksten of Decatur and Barbara A. Crain of Baltimore, MD; Son James Wayne (Daphne) Fourmont and Son-in-Law Royal W. Dennis of Aurora, IL; 11 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren and 6 great-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his daughter Emily J. Dennis, grandson Alex Crain, and his two sisters, Helen Fourmont and Dorothy Gray. Condolences may be left to the family at, . Obituary written by family members. Online guest book at |
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LACON — William "Bill" Franklin Barnett, 74, of Lacon died at 9:30 a.m. Friday (April 29, 2011) at his home. He was born on Nov. 10, 1936, in Wynne, Ark., to the late Joseph "Frank" and Mary Neal Barn |
DECATUR - William G. "Jerry" Thornton, 83, Decatur,, veteran and retired from PPG Industries Inc., died Thursday (April 28, 2011). Graveside services: 11 a.m. Wednesday, Mount Gilead Cemetery. No visitation. Arrangements by: Moran and Goebel Funeral Home. Memorials: American Lung Association. Send condolences: |
FLORA - William H. Heninger, 87, Flora,, veteran and oil field worker, died Friday (April 29, 2011). Services: 2 p.m. Wednesday, Frank & Bright Funeral Home, Flora, with military rites. Visitation: one hour before services. Burial: Oak Mound Cemetery, Xenia. Memorials: donor's choice. Send condolences: |
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CARTERVILLE -- William Bruce Humphreys, 57, of Urbana, formerly of Carterville, died Saturday, April 30, 2011, in Carle Foundation Hospital in Urbana., Services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday, May 3, 2011, in Riggin-Pillatsch and Burke Funeral Home in Carterville, with Pastor David Maragni officiating. Burial will be at East Lawn Memorial Gardens in Energy with military rites performed by the Marion, Hyde-Pillow Post 1301 and the Illinois Army National Guard. Visitation will be from 9 to 11 a.m. Tuesday at the funeral home., Memorial contributions may be made to the D.A.V. Chapter 71, sent in c/o Dayton Franklin, 905 S. 12th St., Herrin, IL 62948. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home., William was born July 24, 1953, in Carbondale to William Harold and Florence Mae (Venable) Humphreys. He married Lorrie Ann Patrick on July 9, 1988, in Carterville., He is survived by his wife, Lorrie Humphreys of Urbana; beloved dog, Cooper; sisters, Brenda Humphreys of Carterville and Barbara Conyers of Centralia; brother, Brent Humphreys of Carterville; mother-in-law and father-in-law, Joyce and Jim Patrick of Crainville; brothers-in-law and sister-in-law, Jim and StarAnne Patrick of Herrin and David Patrick of Bloomington; nieces, Jessica Conyers of Carbondale, Kristen LaBotte of Herrin and Brittany Harner of Chicago; and nephew, Samuel Conyers of Centralia., William was preceded in death by his parents; and nephew, Jacob Conyers., He honorably served our country in the, and retired after 21 years of military service., William worked as an inspector for the Illinois Department of Agriculture for 16 years where he inspected Agra Chemical facilities., He graduated from Southern Illinois University Carbondale with a bachelor's degree in soil science., William was a member of Stone Creek Church in Urbana, and he also attended Meadowbrook Church in Champaign., He was a member of American Legion in Champaign., William enjoyed playing pool, doing landscaping, listening to the Gaithers, and spending time with his family, especially his nieces and nephew. He will be dearly missed., To view this obituary and sign the guest register, visit |
DECATUR - William M. "John" Baldwin, 93, Decatur,, veteran and Meadow Gold Dairy employee, died Wednesday (April 27, 2011). Services: 10:30 a.m. Monday, Dawson & Wikoff Funeral Home, Mount Zion. Visitation: one hour before services. Burial: Mount Zion Cemetery. Send condolences: |
Singer, Zira Zira Singer, nee Wolfson, 71, loving mother of Michael (Candy) and Alan (Nancy); cherished grandma of Joey, Jordyn and Ben; devoted daughter of the late Oscar and Jean Wolfson; dear sister of Larry (Mellie) Wolfson; treasured aunt and friend of many. Chapel service Tuesday 2:30 PM at Shalom Memorial Funeral Home, 1700 W. Rand Road, Arlington Heights. Interment Shalom Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Make a Wish Foundation, 640 N. LaSalle, Suite 280, Chicago, IL 60654. For info 847.255.3520 or |
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