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Andrew was born Sept. 23, 1954, in Lawton, Okla., a son of George Andrew and Patricia Ann Sullivan. He married Sheryl Dooley on April 14, 1979, in Augusta. She survives., . Andy had worked at the Duker Funeral Home and then worked at Knapheide Manufacturing Co. for 26 years., He was a member of Lutheran Church of St. John, where he was a church elder. He was active with his grandson's Cub Scout activities and he loved to work in the yard., Survivors, in addition to his wife, include his mother, Patricia Sullivan of Wickenburg, Ariz.; a daughter, Bethany (Victor) Westfall of Quincy; a son, Matthew Sullivan of Quincy; three grandchildren, Brenden, Adelynn and Kaylynn, all of Quincy; a brother, Roger (Kathleen) Sullivan of West Dennis, Mass.; three sisters, Mary Slaton of Phoenix, Ariz., Donna (John) Mich of Wickenburg, and Ann (Van) Wheatcraft of Phoenix; several nieces and nephews; and his in-laws, Evert and Bernice Dooley of Plymouth; and three brothers-in-law, Steve (Cindy) Dooley of Macomb, Stan (Joan) Dooley of Pekin and Bryan (Jackie) Dooley of Colchester., Andrew was preceded in death by his father, George Andrew Sullivan., SERVICES: 10 a.m. Friday in the Lutheran Church of St. John, with Harold J. Bender, Jr. conducting. Burial will be in Immanuel Lutheran Cemetery near Basco., VISITATION: 4 to 7 p.m. Thursday in the Hansen-Spear Funeral Home., MEMORIALS: Lutheran Church of St. John., ARRANGEMENTS: Hansen-Spear Funeral Home. |
Commers, Ann M. Mrs. Ann Commers, 94, a resident of Leisure Village, Fox Lake, formerly of Melrose Park and Chicago, passed away peacefully at Alden Estates in Barrington. Born on March 3, 1917 in Joliet, to Joseph and Victoria (nee Polniaszek) Dziuban. Ann enlisted and served in the Women's Army Corps (WAC) during WWII, overseas in Europe. She enjoyed bowling, golfing, ceramics, and fishing. She is the beloved mother of Susan (Donald) Glashagel of Ingleside, Louis P. (Barbara) Commers of Roselle. Loving grandmother of Glenn (Cynthia) Glashagel of Ingleside, Kimberly (Bruce) Pierce of Lakemoor, Lisa (Charles) Fletcher of McHenry, Edward (Amanda) Commers of Elgin, and Kelly (Adam) Reed of Bartlett. Dearest great-grandmother of Grant, Gabrielle, Andrew, and Wyatt. Many other dear relatives and friends also survive. Ann was preceded in death by her dear husband Adolph, her son, John Commers, her parents, a brother Edward Dziuban, and a sister Mary Rura. On Saturday, June 4, 2011 an 11:30 AM memorial mass will be celebrated at St. Bede Catholic Church 36455 N. Wilson Rd., Ingleside. Interment will be held privately. Mrs. Commers' family suggests in her memory, that you give flowers to someone special in your life. For more information call 847-587-2100 or visit |
JOHNSTON CITY -- Anthony (Tony) Soto, 45, died at 3:40 p.m. Tuesday May 31, 2011, in West Frankfort., Tony was born Feb. 20, 1966, in Waukegan to Lou and Barb Soto., He graduated from Round Lake High School and went on to work as a motorcycle mechanic., Tony enjoyed riding his motorcycle, listening to music and being with the love of his life, Michelle Mattingly, and her son, Hunter., He is survived by his parents, Lou and Barb Soto; his sister, Randi Barthel and her husband, Curt, and children Tim Soto and his son, Nathaniel, Eric Sagel and his partner, Coleen Collum, and children, Justin, Jada and Devin, Sabrina Sagel and her children, Aiden and Conner French, Brian French, Ashley Stevens and husband, Kevin, Heather Sagel and Kim Tomlin and her daughter, Mercedes; his brother, Scott Soto and wife, Jen, and their children T.J. Cross and Amanda and Jeanna Soto., He is also survived by a host of loving aunts, uncles and cousins., There will be no funeral. Visitation will be from 4 to 6 p.m. Saturday, June 4, at Murman and Wilson Funeral Home in Johnston City. There will be a gathering of family and friends for food and sharing memories after visitation from 6:15 to 8 p.m. Saturday in First Christian Church at 505 E. Broadway in Johnston City. All are welcome., For more information or to sign the guest register, visit |
ARTHUR J. KILBREATH, 88 MACHESNEY PARK - Arthur J. Kilbreath, 88, of Machesney Park passed away Tuesday, May 31, 2011, in Alden Park Strathmoor Nursing Home. Born April 6, 1923, in Crockett, Ark., the son of Lon and Lillian (Gribble) Kilbreath. Married Cora Moore on Feb. 20, 1941, in Kennett, Mo. Arthur worked at Weyerhauser from 1953 to 1985. He enjoyed gardening, fishing, camping at Indian Ford Camp Grounds and taking care of his dog, Opey. Survived by children, James Kilbreath, Jeanetta (Mike) Daugherty and June (Terry) Schuelke; grandchildren, Kevin (Linda), Camilla, Travis (Leann), Nicole, Kaitlyn; great-grandchildren, Bryan, Cory, Addison, Natalie and Graysen; two great-grandchildren; sister, Ulila Fielder; brother, Charles (Sheila) Kilbreath; brother-in-law, Virgil (Estel) Moore; sister-in-law, Edith McElyea; and several nieces and nephews. Predeceased by wife, Cora Kilbreath; sister, Mary (Clarence) Moore; two infant sisters; and beloved dog, Opey. The family would like to thank all of Arthur's neighbors for all their help and kindness. Service at 2 p.m. Saturday, June 4, at Sunset Funeral Home, 8800 N. Alpine Road. Burial in Sunset Memorial Gardens. Visitation from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, June 3, in the funeral home. Tributes to the family at sunsetfhmemgar |
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Mariana Baran, age 53, of Highland Park, IL, passed away peacefully in Maine on May 19. Her ashes were scattered at Pemaquid Point as she ..... |
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Betty L. Deutsch, 86, of North Aurora, Ill., passed away Sunday, May 29, 2011, at Provena Mercy Medical Center. She was born Sept. 27, 1924, in Aurora., Betty was a member of Annunciation Church. She dearly loved her family. She enjoyed raising canaries as well as gardening., She is survived by her seven children, Deanna (Ron) Fidler, Susan Cunz, Thomas (Becky) Deutsch, Patricia (Greg) Nowicki, John Deutsch, Mike Deutsch, Kenneth Deutsch; eighteen grandchildren, Joe (Lara) Fidler, Don (Chris) Fidler, Karen (Todd) Sunderlage, Monica Block, Clint (Julie) Cunz, Craig (Michelle) Cunz, Curt (Stacey) Cunz, Deana (Jake) Lanham, Nick Deutsch, Christy (Steve) Zeiter, Misty (Ryan) Pyle, Linda Munoz (Louie), Becky (Rob) Ryberg, Cindy (Jeremiah) Johnson, Melissa Deutsch, Danny Deutsch, Jennifer Deutsch (Jesus), Joe Deutsch; and twenty-three great-grandchildren., She was preceded in death by her husband, Fred J. Deutsch; her son, James Deutsch; and her parents, John and Rose (Groll) Sauber., Funeral services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Thursday, June 2, from the Daleiden Mortuary to Annunciation Church at 10 a.m. Fr. Patrick Gillmeyer, O.S.B. will celebrate with interment at Marywood Cemetery., Visitation will be held from 4-8 p.m. Wednesday, June 1, at Daleiden Mortuary, 220 N. Lake Street, Aurora, IL 60506, 630-631-5500. For more information, visit |
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beverly a. (wheeler) ohm, 78 CANOGA PARK, Calif. - Beverly A. (Wheeler) Ohm, 78, of Canoga Park passed away Thursday, May 19, 2011. Beverly was born Aug. 17, 1932, in Belvidere, Ill., the daughter of Albert and Lucinda (Thompson) Wheeler. Survived by her husband of 55 years, Robert; daughter, Lauren Ohm; son, Christopher (Veronica) Ohm; grandchildren, Jasmine and Kalen Turner and Nolan and Olivia Ohm; sister, Carol (Virgil) Hale; brothers, Charles (Edith) Wheeler of Belvidere and Russell (Dale) Wheeler of Poplar Grove, Ill.; and many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her parents. Memorial service Saturday, June 4, at the Arches of the Channel Islands in Ventura. |
ALTAMONT - Bonnie Dillon, 94, Altamont, died Thursday (June 2, 2011). Arrangements incomplete: Gieseking Funeral Home, Altamont. |
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Cassidy H. Lange (née Langone) died May 30, 2011., She was the beloved wife of Richard A. Lange Jr.; devoted mother of Brandi, Dylan J. and Joshua; fond stepmother of Dylan R.; loving daughter of Frank and Pam (née Irgang) Langone; dear sister of Candace (Daniel) Gunderson; and loving aunt of Isabella., Friends and family will meet from 9:30 a.m. Friday, June 3, until time of the funeral service at 10:30 a.m. at Salerno's Galewood Chapels, 1857 N. Harlem Ave, Chicago. Visitation will be from 3-9 p.m. Thursday, June 2. Interment will be at Queen of Heaven Cemetery., For information, call 773-889-1700. |
Clara Ruth Briles, 91, of DeKalb, passed away Saturday, May 7, under the tender care of the DeKalb County Hospice at the DeKalb County Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, DeKalb., Born Nov. 9, 1919, in Riverside, Fort Worth, Tarrant County, Texas, Ruth was the daughter of Robert Pierce and Ida (Hightower) Wilson. She married Worthie Elwood Briles on June 6, 1941, in Austin, Texas, while the two of them were attending the, . Later that summer, Ruth and Elwood received their Bachelors of Arts degrees in zoology from UT. They then went to the, at Madison to begin work on their advanced degrees. However, those efforts were set aside so that Elwood could serve in the U.S. Army Air Forces during World War II., Following World War II and the births of their first two children (Susan and David), Ruth and Elwood returned to Madison where they received their advanced degrees in immunogenetics in 1948 (Ruth: M.S., Elwood: Ph.D.). The family then moved to College Station, Texas, where Elwood was a faculty member in the Poultry Science Department at Texas A&M and where their younger daughter Sara was born. After the family moved to DeKalb in 1957, Ruth worked with Elwood at the DeKalb Agricultural Association as a research associate in immunogenetics research from 1958-1968. From 1968-1970, Ruth was an Instructor in biological sciences at Northern Illinois University in DeKalb., From 1970-2000, Ruth again worked with Elwood, this time as a research associate for immunogenetics research in the Biology Department at NIU. On October 9, 2004, Elwood and Ruth were recognized for their contributions to avian genetics by the U.S. Department of Agriculture., Ruth was active in the American Association of University Women, volunteered at the Ellwood House and served for several years as the superintendent of the Sunday school at First Congregational Church in DeKalb., She is survived by her husband, Elwood; children, Susan Marie (Duane) Kniebes of Boulder, Colo., David Elwood (Marilyn Crain) Briles of Birmingham, Ala. and Sara (Richard Briles Moriarty) Briles of Madison, Wis.; grandchildren, Dustin Lincoln (Dana Churness) Briles Moriarty of Herbster, Wis., Rachel Florence (fiancé Duy Hoang) Briles of Austin, Texas and Travis Crain Briles of Boulder, Colo.; step-grandchildren, Linda (Kniebes) Kozak and Carrie (Steve) Swift (Kniebes) of Lisle, Ill. and Van Kniebes of Boulder; great-grandchildren, Wylder Lee and Olin Elwood Moriarty of Herbster; and numerous nephews, nieces, grandnieces and grandnephews, including especially nephews, Jesse Rodman Wilson Jr. (Cathy) of Cold Springs, Nev., Hal (Claudia) Cochran of West Covina, Calif., Dale (Jacqueline) Cochran of San Clemente, Calif. and Roy (Thérèse) Krebs of Alexandria, Va., She was preceded in death by her parents; siblings, Robert Pierce Wilson II, Travis Hudson Wilson I, Ida Gertrude Krebs, Charlotte Josephine Cochran, Sarah Elizabeth Quinlan and Jesse Rodman Wilson Sr.; and her brothers-in-law, Connally Oran Briles, Van Gordon Briles and Jack David Briles., A memorial service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Sunday, June 5, in the Hearthside Room in the Visitors' Center of the Ellwood House, 509 W. First St.,, DeKalb., In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the DeKalb County Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, 2600 N. Annie Glidden Road, DeKalb, IL 60115, or the DeKalb County Hospice, 2727 Sycamore Road, Suite 1B, DeKalb, IL 60115. The family wishes to thank both organizations for the professional and extremely kind care that they provided Ruth in her last months and days. |
CALVIN DALE BENNEHOFF, 86 ROCKFORD - Calvin Dale Bennehoff, 86, of Rockford passed away Tuesday, May 31, 2011, at Rockford Memorial Hospital, after suffering a stroke. Born Dec. 3, 1924, in Rock Grove Township, the son of Claire and Anna (Sweger) Bennehoff. He was a 1942 Dakota High School graduate. On Oct. 5, 1946, he married Ruth A. Schubert in Stockton. Dale was a farmer all his life, living on the home farm on Rock Grove Road until May 1981 when he and Ruth moved to Rock City. She died May 14, 1989. Dale then married Carol (Meinert) Lundeen on Dec. 30, 1989. They resided in Rock City until moving to Wesley Willows Retirement Community in Rockford in May 2005. Surviving are wife, Carol of Rockford; daughters, Vickie (Gene) Lashinski of Freeport and Cheryl (Kevin) Finkenbinder of Orangeville; grandchildren, Lisa (Chris) Rivera, Jennifer (Tom) Lopez, Erica Bennehoff, Stephanie and Kyle Bennehoff, Laurie Lashinski, Amy (Adam) Meyer, Steven and Jill Finkenbinder; five great-grandchildren; sister, Miriam LeBaron of Freeport; brother, Paul (Thelma) Bennehoff of Frankfort, Mich.; brother-in-law, Maurice TerHark of Rockford; daughters-in-law, Elaine (David) Hullinger of Washington, Ill., and Eileen Bennehoff of Freeport; several nieces, nephews and many cousins. Predeceased also by his parents; sons, Ronald and Terry; sisters, Lucille Foss and Corolyn TerHark; and brothers-in-law, Warren LeBaron and Virgil Meinert. Service at 10 a.m. Saturday, June 4, at Beth Eden United Methodist Church, 3201 Huffman Blvd., Rockford, with the Rev. Douglas Bowden officiating. Burial in Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens, Freeport. Visitation from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, June 3, at Daughenbaugh Funeral Home, 115 S. West St., Dakota, and from 9 a.m. Saturday to time of service at the church. A memorial fund has been established in his name. Please view the family guestbook and sign the condolence page at |
Robertson, Carnell Age 86, died Tuesday, May 31 2011 at the Joliet hospice Home. Born in Tuscaloosa, AL, he has resided in Joliet for over 60 years. Formerly employed at the Uniroyal Arsenal he retired from the Dept of Correction in 1991. A member of Shiloh Baptist Church for over 60 years. Preceded in death by parents, 3 brothers, 2 sisters, and his first wife, Hattie Lou. He is survived by his devoted daughters, Estelle Leveret of Tuscaloosa, AL and Lucille Jackson of Crest Hill, one son, Kendall Sanders of Kansas City, MO, a sister, Alice Shepard of Tuscaloosa, AL, seven grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, and a host of friends also survive. Funeral services will be Saturday 10:00a.m. at Shiloh Baptist Church, Rev. Richard House officiating. Visitation Friday, 2:00-8:00p.m. at Range Funeral Home and 9:00-10:00a.m. Saturday at the church. Interment Elmhurst Cemetery. Range Funeral Home in charge of arrangements 815-722-2215. |
Carol was born Nov. 7, 1951, in Marion County, Mo., a daughter of Earl Lee Roy and Leona Domzalski Hart. She was raised in the home of her mother and adopted father, Paul Dietrich. She married Dean E. Chandler on June 21, 1969, in Quincy. He survives., She was a member of St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church. She enjoyed gardening, playing in the pool league with her husband and traveling, having taken several cruises and travelling extensively throughout the United States. Carol was devoted to her family and especially loved spending time with her grandchildren., Carol was previously employed as a bookkeeper and secretary at State Street Store and then in the offices of McDonald's restaurants. She later was the office manager, working with her husband, at Chandler Heating and Air Conditioning., Survivors include her husband, Dean; her mother, Leona Dietrich of Quincy; a daughter, Selena Stegeman and her husband, Kent, of Quincy; two sons, Schuyler A. Chandler and his wife, Elizabeth, and Sean P. Chandler and his wife, Dena, both of Quincy; 12 grandchildren, Jordan Stegeman, Lindsay Chandler, Schuyler Chandler Jr., Ethan Chandler, Peyton Stegeman, Gweneth Chandler, Madison Chandler, Emily Chandler, Cassidy Chandler, Peter Chandler, Xavier Chandler and Mariella Chandler, all of Quincy; four brothers, Ron Dietrich and his wife, Gail, of Maywood, Mo., David Dietrich and his wife, Ann, of Quincy, Alan Dietrich of Springfield, and Mark Dietrich of Quincy; three sisters, Dorothy Decker and her husband, Dennis, of Quincy, Sue Flachs and her husband, Jack, of Quincy and Marty Redington and her husband, Tom, of Hannibal, Mo.; and many loving nieces and nephews., Carol was preceded in death by her father, Earl Hart; her adoptive father, Paul Dietrich; a grandson, Alexander H. Chandler; and a brother in infancy, David Hart., SERVICES: 2 p.m. Saturday in the Zehender Robinson Stormer Cookson Funeral Home with the Rev. Arnaud Devillers conducting. Burial will be in Greenmount Cemetery., VISITATION: 4 to 7 p.m. Friday and until time of services Saturday morning in the funeral home. A Christian wake service will be held at 4 p.m. Friday in the funeral home., ARRANGEMENTS: Zehender Robinson Stormer Cookson Funeral Home., MEMORIALS: Blessing Foundation for Hospice or the Blessing Cancer Center. |
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DECATUR - Charles Donald Perkinson, 96, of Decatur, passed away Tuesday, May 31, 2011 at his home. Services to celebrate Charles' life will be 11 a.m. Monday, June 6, 2011 at First United Methodist Church, 201 W. North Street, Decatur. Visitation will be one hour prior to the services at the church. Interment with military honors and "Flight Home" Ceremony will be in Graceland Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Millikin University. Charles was born May 4, 1915, on a farm three miles southeast of Thawville, Illinois, the son of Percy A. and Olga Mary (Patzman) Perkinson. He attended Willow Grade School and graduated from Thawville C.H.S. in 1933. He graduated from the U of I in 1937 with a triple major of Agronomy, Chemistry, and Animal Husbandry. He taught Vocational Agriculture in Colfax, Illinois, for one year. He was assistant sales manager for Crow Hybrid Corn in McLean County until called to go into the Army Air Corps that became the USAF during W.W. II. He served from 1941-1946. In May of 1943 he went overseas to the Far Eastern Air Forces the headquarters to both the 5th and 13th Air Forces. He served in New Guinea, the Philippines, and was assigned to the Inspector General Department. After the service he had six months leave receiving his discharge in May of 1947. Charles began accumulating equipment need for his business C.D. Perkinson Co. specializing in the manufacturing of farm fertilizer. He sold the business in 1963 when he retired and began spending time in investments. Charles has a long history of generous giving to the Decatur community. He and his late wife Patricia, made a gift of $8 million to renovate and expand the Millikin School of Music which was renamed the Perkinson Music Center. They also made numerous small gifts including the statue and bench named B.B. They both received an honorary Doctorate from the University for their Philanthropy. In 2009 he made a $1 million gift to the Community Foundation of Decatur/Macon County. His lead gift energized the community and inspired other donors eventually leading to a $2 million match from The Grand Victoria Foundation. Today the Charles D. and Patricia A. Perkinson Communityworks Endowment supports educational activities directed by the Decatur Area Education Coalition and is the largest of The Community Foundation's 176 funds. Charles was a member of First United Methodist Church, Golden K Kiwanis, the Decatur Club serving as past president, Country Club of Decatur serving six years as superintendent of grounds, life long 4-H Club member, and a, . He was an accomplished musician who worked his way through the U of I playing first saxophone and clarinet in a dance band. He used the money he earned for his brand new 1937 Chevrolet. He married Irene Peck in 1940. She preceded him in death in 1983. He then married Patricia Stoune in 1986. She preceded him in death in 2007. Charles leaves behind his brother Russell Perkinson of Thawville, and many nieces and nephews. He was reunited in Heaven with his parents, wives, Irene and Patricia, sisters, Alice Fuoss and Vivian Dreschel, and brother, Paul Perkinson. The family of Charles Perkinson is being served by Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home honored provider of Veterans Funeral Care, 2091 N. Oakland Ave. Decatur, IL. View the online obituary, send condolences, and share memories with the family at, . Obituary written by family members. Online guest book at |
OLNEY - Clara Pearl Davis, 103, of Olney, left this world to be with her LORD, loving husband and eldest son at 2:12 a.m., Wednesday, June 1, 2011 at Richland Memorial Hospital in Olney. Services will be 10 a.m., Saturday, June 4, 2011 at Crest Haven Memorial Park in rural Claremont with Rev. Lee Woods officiating. Visitation will be 5 to 7 p.m., Friday at Summers-Kistler Funeral Home in Olney. Burial will be in Crest Haven Cemetery, Claremont. Summers-Kistler Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Memorials are to The Garden Club, Olney. Send condolences to, . Pearl, as she was known to her many friends and numerous Christian children, was born July 21, 1907 in Shelbyville, Mo. to her parents, Mr. & Mrs. Henry and Myrtle Hilbert. On May 15, 1928 she joined with her loving husband, William Jesse Davis in Holy Wedded Matrimony, which produced three loving sons. Billie Lee Davis (deceased), Michael Eugene Davis of Olney and Richard Jesse Davis of Bristol, Va. 1928 was the year the stars fell on the life of Pearl as she took her first steps in a life long passion for teaching. Eventually this passion evolved into more than 50 years of service to her Lord as a Sunday School teacher. My, what a life she lived for those 50 plus years. As she watched, her sons and Christian children grew into champions over every one of life's joys and sorrows as they applied the wonderful Christian values she had instilled in them. How bright were those stars that fell on Pearl in 1928? Today, her sons, their wives, grandchildren, great grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren along with many of her Christian children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren can all testify, Thank you Mom; thanks for your love; thanks for everything. We love and will miss you Mom, but we know that we will see you again soon. How do we know this? Because you never taught us one thing, not one thing, that was not true. Indeed what a life she lived! She was a member of St. Paul's United Methodist Church and the Garden Club. Surviving are her sons, Michael Davis and wife Rozella of Calhoun; Richard Davis of Bristol, Va.; daughter-in-law, Betty R. Davis of New Market, Ind.; grandchildren, Rose Michele Humes of Olney; Eric N. Davis and wife Jean of Columbus, Ind.; Billie Davis Jr. and wife Helen of Troy, Ohio; Carol Ann Kramer and husband Ed of Crawfordsville, Ind; Mary Beth Lester and husband Derwin of Plainfield, Ind.; Barbie Davis of Carmel, Ind.; great-grandchildren, Ashley Renee Davis of Vincennes, Ind.; Shalon Douglas Ruff of Sullivan; Rachel Davis and Brittany Davis of Columbus, Ind.; Henry Gomez and wife Ajat of Tokyo, Japan; Hector Gomez of Orlando, Fla.; Lance Waldrop of Crawfordsville, Ind.; Rebecca Lester of Plainfield, Ind.; Gerald Lester of San Antonio, Texas; Jacob Lester of Plainfield, Ind.; Seth Davis of Carmel, Ind.; Alex Gomez of Tokyo, Japan; great-great-grandchildren, Abigail Elizabeth Noel Joiner of Vincennes, Ind. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; son, Billie Lee Davis; sister, Lilian Bohanna; brothers, Jack Hilbert and Willard Hilbert. Obituary written by family members. Online guest book at, herald-review/ |
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Douglas R. Burson, 66, of Hinckley, passed away Tuesday, May 31, 2011, at his home. Born March 16, 1945, in Aurora, the son of Douglas L. and Wilma (Ramer) Burson, Douglas was united in marriage to the former Mrs. Linda Quantz Wick on Oct. 20, 1987, and they spent the next 23 happy years of their lives together., For 34 years, Mr. Burson was employed by the United States Postal Service as a letter carrier. He was a member of both the National Association of Letter Carriers and the American Motorcyclist Association. Douglas was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and uncle who will be missed by all that knew him., Douglas is survived by his wife, Linda J. Burson of Hinckley; his children, Douglas (Julie) Burson of Yorkville, and Amy Burson of Aurora; his stepdaughter, Sheri (Jim) Campbell of Sheridan; his grandchildren, Dougie and Anna Burson, Gabriella, Michaela and Abbegail Campbell; his sister, Sharon (Ray) Miller of Naperville; and two nephews., He was preceded in death by his father, Douglas L. Burson; mother, Wilma Burson Roge; and his stepfather, Paul Roge., A funeral service will be held at 2 p.m Saturday, June 4, at the Nash-Nelson Memorial Chapel, 141 N. Maple St., Hinckley, with Elder Dennis Ramer officiating. Interment will be private., Friends can visit from 11 a.m. until the hour of service on Saturday, June 4, at the Nash-Nelson Memorial Chapel in Hinckley., Memorials in Douglas' name can be made to the DeKalb County Hospice, 2727 Sycamore Road Suite 1B, DeKalb, IL 60115., Arrangements by Nelson Funeral Homes & Crematory, 815-286-3247. |
Douglas W. Allen, 33, of DeKalb, died Tuesday, May 31, 2011, at Kishwaukee Community Hospital in DeKalb. Born Nov. 17, 1977, in Belvidere, he was the son of Douglas A. Allen and Debra A. Poe., Doug was married to the former Lyndsy Protano on Sept. 23, 2010, in Sycamore. Doug worked for Upstaging, in Sycamore as one of their mechanics. He lived in the DeKalb community since 2008, moving there from Sycamore. He graduated from Hiawatha High School in 1996, and he then attended Lincoln Tech in Naperville., Survivors include wife, Lyndsy of DeKalb; son, Dominick Allen of DeKalb; mother, Debra A. Allen of Kirkland; father, Douglas D. Allen of Wisconsin; brother, David (fiancée Sharon Childers) Allen of Kingston; nephew, Dakota Allen of Kingston; and several aunts and uncles., Funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, June 4, at Ronan-Moore-Finch Funeral Home with Pastor Randy McCoy officiating. Burial will be at Fairview Park Cemetery, DeKalb. Visitation will be held from 10 a.m. Saturday, June 4, until the time of the service at the funeral home., In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to the family to be established at a later date. To send an online condolence, visit, Arrangements were entrusted to Ronan-Moore-Finch Funeral Home, 310 Oak St. DeKalb, IL 60115. 815-758-3841. |
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CHAMPAIGN – Celebration of Life services for Dale W. Dyszelski, 57, of Champaign will be at 3 p.m. Monday, June 6, at Heath and Vaughn Funeral Home, 201 N. Elm St., Champaign. Pastor Gary Grogan will officiate. read more |
CRYSTAL LAKE – Daniel Lee Meriwether, 65, of Crystal Lake, passed away peacefully Tuesday, May 31, 2011, from pancreatic cancer surrounded by his loving family., He was born Sept. 4, 1945, in Galesburg, to Helen Edwards and Neil Meriwether. He married Anita Johanson on Oct. 24, 1970, in Galesburg., His hobbies included golf, fishing, landscaping, any financial project, and do-it-yourself home repair projects. He enjoyed studying languages, reading, traveling and rooting loudly for the New York Yankees to win. He will be remembered and treasured for his wit and sense of humor, generous nature and outgoing personality., He graduated with an MBA from Northern Illinois University and retired from finance and business dealer development with Clark Equipment, Volvo-White GMC, and Nissan Forklift Corp. NA., A veteran of the, , he was a sergeant honored with a, and decorated with the National Defense Service Medal, Air Medal, Vietnam Service Medal,, Medal, Army Commendation Medal, and Vietnam Campaign Medal w/60 DVC. He held a Combat Infantryman's Badge and 3 Expert Infantry Badges including Marksmanship., He is survived by his beloved wife, Anita; his daughter, Jennifer; a son, Brent; and four siblings and their families., A memorial will be at 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, June 7, at Ridgefield-Crystal Lake Presbyterian Church. The Rev. Teri Peterson will officiate., In lieu of flowers, consider making a donation to pancreatic cancer research,, ; to the Hospice Association of Northeastern Illinois,, ; or to the Ridgefield-Crystal Lake Presbyterian Church,, For information, call the funeral home at 847-833-2928. |
BENTON -- Darren L. Ellis, 44, formerly of Orient, died at 12:59 p.m. Thursday, June 2, 2011, in St. Mary's Good Samaritan Regional Health Center in Mount Vernon., Arrangements are incomplete at Parker Reedy Funeral Home in West Frankfort. |
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Eichhorn, David B. Age 49, passed away peacefully, Wednesday June 1, 2011 of natural causes. Survived by his Father and Mother, David and Mary (Zetlmeisl) Eichhorn, brothers Steven (Laura) and Edward (Judi) Eichhorn, a sister Mary (Michael) Fox, a son Zachary (Cassie) and a daughter Rebecca, several nephews and nieces also survive. In respect for David's wishes, arrangements will be private. Arrangements By: O'NEIL FUNERAL HOME AND HERITAGE CREMATORY 1105 E. 9TH ST., LOCKPORT 815-838-5010 Sign guest book |
DAVID PAUL MANDELL, 24 loving son and nephew ROCKFORD - David Paul Mandell, 24, died unexpectedly Monday, May 31, 2011, in Loves Park. Born June 2, 1986, in Fort Myers, Fla., the son of Dave Mandell and Jo Ferraro. He attended Harlem High School and was an avid skateboarder. David was a talented artist and had a true passion for drawing and art. In "Conquering Addiction", J.J. Goldwag discusses many of the effective tools to gracefully overcome addiction. Goldwag establishes the link between unhappiness and dependence, and uncovers methods that take us toward a healthy recovery. He takes us down the path of seeing clearly, maintaining proper perspective and restoring unification with our true nature. Through a reconnection with our inner self, we can reestablish a feeling of wholeness, remain in harmony, and overcome all obstacles. When we understand how to break free from destructive thoughts, and become anchored in the unchanging, then life opens to dramatic transformations and endless possibilities. The family knows David is happy and safe in the arms of his grandparents and is with those he adored and loved so very much. Survivors include his mother, Jo Ferraro of Rockford; father, Dave Mandell of Rockford; uncles, Larry Ferraro of Machesney Park and Jay (Robyn) Ferraro of Roscoe; great-uncles, Larry (Betty) Ferraro of Sarasota, Fla., and Vic (Bonnie) Mandell of Rockford; great-aunt, Marie Zandonai of Rockford; godmother, Jane Ratzlaff of Rockford; and many cousins and friends. Predeceased by grandparents, Anthony and Frances Mandell and Sam and Lil Ferraro; uncles, Anthony Mandell and Frank "Buzzy" Mandell; aunt, Kathy Ferraro; and cousin, Joshua Brown. The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank-you to the Gateway Foundation in Aurora for all of their love and support they gave to David. Funeral Mass at 11 a.m. Friday, June 3, at Cathedral of St. Peter, 1243 N. Church St., with visitation from 9 a.m. to time of prayer at 10:45 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials in his name to Gateway Foundation, 400 Mercy Lane, Aurora, IL 60506. Fitzgerald Funeral Home and Crematory, Riverside Chapel is assisting the family. Express online condolences at |
Debra Lynn Smith Glaenzer, 60, of Jacksonville, died Thursday, June 2, 2011, at Passavant Area Hospital in Jacksonville. She was born Dec. 19, 1950, in Jacksonville, the daughter of Ernest M. and Edith Breakville Smith. She married Gary L. Glaenzer on March 12, 1992, in Jacksonville, and he survives. She is also survived by four stepsons, John A. Glaenzer of Woodridge and Michael D. Glaenzer (wife, Brandi), Andrew G. Glaenzer (wife, Laveta) and Matthew C. Glaenzer (wife, Rosa), all of Jacksonville; seven stepgrandchildren; a sister, Karen Turner (husband, Olan) of Lincoln; a brother, Michael T. Smith (wife, Patty) of Quincy; and six nieces and nephews, Tamera Turner of Bloomington, Traci Keiffer (husband, Dwayne) of Dillsburg, Pa., Christopher Smith (wife, Julia) and Olan Turner Jr., all of Springfield, and Brayden Carder and Lucas Smith, all of Quincy. She was preceded in death by her parents; and a brother, Danny in infancy. Debbie was a 1969 graduate of Jacksonville High School and was employed several years at Capitol Records in Jacksonville. More recently, she enjoyed baking desserts and candy for Bahan's Tavern and several Jacksonville area families. Her favorite pastime was spoiling her nieces, nephews and stepgrandchildren. Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Sunday at the Buchanan & Cody Funeral Home in Jacksonville. The family will meet friends at the funeral home from 12:30 p.m. Sunday until the time of services. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts are suggested to Prairie Heart Institute. At her request, cremation rites will be accorded following the services. Condolences may be sent online at www.buchanancody.com., Debra Lynn Smith Glaenzer, 60, of Jacksonville, died Thursday, June 2, 2011, at Passavant Area Hospital in Jacksonville., She was born Dec. 19, 1950, in Jacksonville, the daughter of Ernest M. and Edith Breakville Smith. She married Gary L. Glaenzer on March 12, 1992, in Jacksonville, and he survives., She is also survived by four stepsons, John A. Glaenzer of Woodridge and Michael D. Glaenzer (wife, Brandi), Andrew G. Glaenzer (wife, Laveta) and Matthew C. Glaenzer (wife, Rosa), all of Jacksonville; seven stepgrandchildren; a sister, Karen Turner (husband, Olan) of Lincoln; a brother, Michael T. Smith (wife, Patty) of Quincy; and six nieces and nephews, Tamera Turner of Bloomington, Traci Keiffer (husband, Dwayne) of Dillsburg, Pa., Christopher Smith (wife, Julia) and Olan Turner Jr., all of Springfield, and Brayden Carder and Lucas Smith, all of Quincy. She was preceded in death by her parents; and a brother, Danny in infancy., Debbie was a 1969 graduate of Jacksonville High School and was employed several years at Capitol Records in Jacksonville. More recently, she enjoyed baking desserts and candy for Bahan's Tavern and several Jacksonville area families. Her favorite pastime was spoiling her nieces, nephews and stepgrandchildren., Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Sunday at the Buchanan & Cody Funeral Home in Jacksonville. The family will meet friends at the funeral home from 12:30 p.m. Sunday until the time of services. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts are suggested to Prairie Heart Institute. At her request, cremation rites will be accorded following the services. Condolences may be sent online at |
Chott, Dolores I. Dolores I. Chott (nee Wilk), age 89, late of Dolton. Beloved wife of the late Rudolph F. "Rudy" Chott. Loving mother of Robert (Debra) Chott and Nancy DeRusha. Proud grandmother of Anne and Joe. Dear sister of Ray (Vickie), Walter (Betty) Wilk and the late Adele (late William) Miner. Visitation Saturday 9:00 a.m. until the time of the Funeral Service at 11:00 a.m. at Thornridge Funeral Home (Janusz Family Funeral Service) 15801 S. Cottage Grove Ave., four blocks North of 162nd St. (Rte. 6) Dolton/South Holland. Interment Oakland Memory Lanes. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to St. Paul Lutheran Church appreciated. 708-841-2300 or |
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TERRELL, Texas – Dona Jean Clodfelder, 83, of Terrell, Texas, formerly of Danville, died on Friday (May 27, 2011) in Dallas, Texas. read more |
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SPRINGFIELD, S.D. – Donald Diener, 84, of Springfield, S.D., passed away on Sunday (May 29, 2011) at Avera Sacred Heart Hospital in Yankton, S.D. read more |
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BLOOMINGTON — Donna M. Valentine, 83, Bloomington, passed away at 10:05 p.m. Monday (May 30, 2011) at Asta Care Center, Bloomington. |
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MASON CITY - Dorothy Mae Cargill, 89, Lincoln, teacher, died Tuesday (May 31, 2011). Graveside services: 3 p.m. Saturday, Mason City Cemetery. Visitation: one hour before services. Arrangements by: Hurley Funeral Home, Mason City. Send condolences: |
Nyczak, Dorothy V. Nee Klosowski. Beloved wife of the late George. Loving mother of Gregory (Carol) and Sharon. Devoted grandmother of Stephen, Katherine and Lauren. Dear sister of Bill (late Rosalyn), Eugene (Anna), Lillian (Robert) Graham and all the late Zigmunt, Joseph, Leo, Ted (Virginia), Tony (Helen), Chester (Esther), Florence, Albert (Eva) and Eleanore. Also fond aunt, great aunt and great-great aunt and friend of many. Funeral Monday, June 6 at 9:00 a.m. from Colonial-Wojciechowski Funeral Home 6250 N. Milwaukee Ave., Chicago, to St. Celestine Church Mass 10:00 a.m. Interment St. Adalbert Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations in Dorothy's name, to your favorite charity, would be appreciated. Visitation Sunday 3:00 - 9:00 p.m. Info 773-774-0366 or |
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Douglas R. Niles, 82, died at 8:15 a.m. Wednesday, June 1, 2011, at his home. Visitation: 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, June 3, at Irwin Chapel, Granite City. Funeral mass at 10 a.m. Saturday, June 4, at St. Elizabeth Catholic Church, Granite City. Burial with... |
AMES, Iowa - Dr. Jack Powell arrived at the "end of the trail" on May 26, 2011, just prior to his highly anticipated 90th birthday celebration., Dr. Powell spent most of his career as a chemist at Iowa State University and its famed Ames Laboratory, where he conducted ground-breaking work on the separation of the rare-earth elements. He was recognized by the War Department for his work on the Manhattan Project, where he purified uranium for the production of the atomic bombs that contributed to the successful conclusion of WWII., Dr. Powell was born in Avon, Ill., to Glenn Powell and Marcia (Mummey) Powell. He attended Monmouth College, where he met and later married "Pretty Redhead" Darlene Dixon. He received his Ph.D. in chemistry from Iowa State and began his work for the Atomic Energy Commission. Dr. Powell also taught chemistry at ISU until he retired in 1987., Dr. Powell is survived by his brother, Richard Powell of Bradenton Fla.; his four children, Peggy Drain of Peoria, Ill., John Powell of Des Moines, Iowa, Paula Collins of Brownwood, Texas, and Robert Powell of Oklahoma City, Okla.; 10 grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren., In honor of his love for adventure and the out-of-doors, memorial contributions may be made to the Boy Scouts of America. |
Eugene Thomas Carroll, 81, of Genoa, died Friday, May 27, 2011, at Kishwaukee Community Hospital in DeKalb., He was born on Dec. 26, 1929, to John and Lillian (Knadle) Carroll in Vienna, S.D. He was the second of seven sons. Gene married Elaine Griswold on Aug. 22, 1953., Gene was a veteran of the, and a member of the Faith United Methodist Church in Genoa., He worked at Automatic Electric (formerly Leich Electric) in Genoa for 32 years and at Hines Lumber in Kirkland for more than 10 years. He enjoyed helping others with lawn work, spending time with his brothers, pheasant hunting in South Dakota and was an avid card and domino player, along with being a fan of the Chicago Bulls and Bears., He is survived by his wife, Elaine; one son, Jeff of Morrison; two daughters, Rhonda (Jim) Johnson and Lisa Carroll, all of Genoa; two granddaughters, Stefanie (Greg) Sullivan of Sycamore and Kelsey (Jake) Morgan of Mt. Morris; three great-grandchildren, Jackson, Jayci and Tyler; four brothers, Laurin (Rosemary), Russell (Bernadette), Douglas (Ellen) and Harvey (Sharon); three sisters-in-law, Glennis Carroll, Ruby Griswold and Peggy Griswold; and numerous nieces and nephews., He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Jack (Fern) Carroll and David Carroll; three brothers-in-law, Lyle (Marlyn) Griswold, Morris and Merrill Griswold; one sister-in-law, Marilyn (George) Barton., His funeral service will be 11 a.m. Friday, June 3, at the Faith United Methodist Church, 325 S. Stott St., Genoa, with the Rev. Dr. Daniel Diss officiating. Burial will be at the Genoa Cemetery., Visitation will be from 4-8 p.m. Thursday at the Slater-Butala Funeral Home of Genoa and from 10 a.m. until the time of service Friday at the church., Memorials can be made for Eugene Carroll in care of the local family-owned and -operated, Slater-Butala Funeral Home, 132 W. Main St., Genoa, IL 60135., For information, visit, or call 815-784-5191. |
WEST FRANKFORT -- Elaine June Lee, 80, passed away at 8:20 p.m. Wednesday, June 1, 2011, in Herrin Hospital., She was born March 5, 1931, in Freeman Spur in Franklin County to Joseph Marcinak and Czeslawa (Nowotka) Marcinak., She married Carl Henry Lee on Aug. 15, 1953, in Chicago., Survivors include her husband, Carl H. Lee of West Frankfort; two sons, Mark and Sally Lee of Los Angeles and Chuck and Mindy Lee of Atlanta; a daughter, Cindy and Mike Heidorn of Modesto, Calif.; six granddaughters, three grandsons and several nieces and nephews also survive., She was preceded in death by her parents, two sisters and one brother., She was a very faithful and active member of Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in West Frankfort., She worked many years as a bookkeeper for Special Mine Services in West Frankfort. She was a loving, kind and generous wife, mother, grandmother and friend. Her wonderful sense of humor and her love of cooking brought joy to all who knew her., Services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, June 4, in Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints at 17947 Illinois 37 in West Frankfort, with Bishop Scott Joiner officiating. Burial will be in Tower Heights Cemetery in West Frankfort. Visitation will be from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Saturday at the church., Memorial contributions may be made to Church of Jesus Christ Missionary Fund and will be accepted at the church. Parker Reedy Funeral Home in West Frankfort is in charge of arrangements., For more information or to sign the guest register, visit |
She was born Dec. 6, 1913, in Quincy, a daughter of Ivan and Elizabeth Perkins Franklin. She married Raymond F. White, and he preceded her in death. She married the Rev. Waldo M. Burton on Jan. 9, 1954, and he died on Jan. 3, 1985. Later, she married Leon Meleney, and he died on Aug. 4, 2008., She was a 1932 graduate of Maplewood High School in Camp Point. She worked for Likes Jewelry Store and Block and Kuhl in Quincy. She was self-employed as a dog groomer for many years and raised poodles., Erma was a member of First Southern Baptist Church., Survivors include two grandchildren, Leonard Schnellbecker of Fowler, and Deb (Dick) Lawson of West Point; a great-granddaughter, Heather Crouch of Quincy; a great-great-grandson, Marcus Gilbert of Quincy; a son-in-law, James Schnellbecker of Fowler; a stepdaughter, Shirley Baker of Mount Sterling; and numerous stepgrandchildren and stepgreat-grandchildren., She was also preceded in death by her son, James Ray White; her daughter, Norrita Schnellbecker; a brother, William Franklin; and a sister, Charlotte Grussemeyer., SERVICES: 11 a.m. Friday in the Hansen-Spear Funeral Home, with the Rev. Tom Rains conducting. Burial will be in Greenmount Cemetery., VISITATION: 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday in the Hansen-Spear Funeral Home., MEMORIALS: First Southern Baptist Church., ARRANGEMENTS: Hansen-Spear Funeral Home, Quincy. |
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SOUTH ELGIN – Eunice Kilpatrick, 92, passed away peacefully Tuesday, May 31, 2011, surrounded by her loved ones., Eunice Kilpatrick was born Eunice Preisinger in Renville, Minn., on July 13, 1918, to Dr. and Mrs. Wolfgang Preisinger. She attended Carleton College in Minnesota, earning a Phi Beta Kappa, and also played in the college orchestra. She met her future husband, John Robert Kilpatrick, at a summer music camp. They soon married and moved to Texas, where he became a music teacher., In the early 1940s, she bore two children, Mike and Carol, and also started a teaching career at Southern Methodist University in Dallas in the English Department. She later became the head of the Lower School at St. Mark's Episcopal Day School. A few years later, she became the principal administrator in starting a new Episcopal Day School at what then was called Grace Chapel in Jacksonville, Fla. A few years later, she worked directly for the Episcopal church, traveling to promote and improve their day schools nationwide. Later, she worked closely with her good friend and colleague, J.B. Davis, in both Evansville, Ind., and in Gastonia, N.C., in the administration and teaching roles for start-up private day schools. She also was head of the Lower School at St. Catherine's Episcopal Day School in Richmond, Va. She always loved teaching, and her frequent contacts with past students gave evidence of her success at it. A lecture series at the Gastonia school where she taught honors her by bearing her name., Eunice retired in the 1980s and lived for many years in Austin, Texas, close to her son, Mike, and his family. During this retirement, she was able to spend many happy hours with her longtime hobbies of knitting and crocheting. Several years in a row, she completed hundreds of toy animals for the Blue Santa Christmas program and was recognized for her humanitarian efforts with an award by the local newspaper., In 2008, she moved closer to her daughter, Carol, and her family in Elgin, where she was able to be near many other grandchildren and great-grandchildren., She is survived by her son, Mike, and his wife, Joan, of California; her daughter, Carol Harenza, nee Kilpatrick, and her husband, Frank Harenza of Lakewood; her grandchildren, Michael Harenza and his wife, Kathy, of Whitewater, Wis., Patrick Harenza and his wife, Lisa, of Crystal Lake, and Kelly Kilpatrick Skelton and her husband, Jay Skelton, of Oakland, Calif.; and her great-grandchildren, Trevor, Rachel, Jessi, Kelsy and Frankie Harenza, and Parker Skelton., The visitation will be from 9 a.m. to noon, with the memorial service at 12:30 p.m. Saturday, June 4, at Davenport Funeral Home, 419 E. Terra Cotta Ave. (Route 176), Crystal Lake. There will be no graveside service. Lunch will be provided after the service., Online condolences may be sent to the family at, . For additional information, call the funeral home at 815-459-3411. |
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Laverne M. Farrar, nee Sullivan . Loving mother of William (Connie), Michael (Maria), Jean Marie (William) Doyle, and Steven Farrar; fond grandmother of 14; and ..... |
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DECATUR - Frances Garecht, 75, Champaign, formerly of Decatur, died Thursday (June 2, 2011). Arrangements incomplete: Moran & Goebel Funeral Home. |
GRAND TOWER -- Frank D. McIntosh, 78, of Hammond, Ind., formerly of Grand Tower, died Monday, May 30, 2011., Frank was born March 12, 1933, in Grand Tower, a son to the late Edward E. and Delia McIntosh., Frank proudly served his country in the U.S., during the, and after his service he moved to Hammond, Ind., where he worked at a foreman with Iron Workers until his retirement. Frank loved cars and owned dealerships in both Murphysboro and Hammond., Services will be at 11 a.m. Monday, June 6, in Crawshaw Funeral Home in Murphysboro with Pastor Peggy Camp officiating. Burial with military rites by American Legion Post 127 and, Post 7190, both of Murphysboro and VFW Post 2605 in Carbondale and Jackson County Disabled American Veterans Chapter 69 will be in Walker Hill Cemetery in Grand Tower. Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Sunday, June 5, at Crawshaw Funeral Home in Murphysboro., Memorials may be made to Coach Kill Cancer Fund and will be accepted at the funeral home., Survivors include one daughter and son-in-law, Cheryl and Max Luttrell of Murphysboro; two sons and one daughter-in-law, Frank W. McIntosh of Murphysboro and SFC Bryan D. and Deborah McIntosh of Georgia; eight grandchildren, Kim (Todd) Stewart, Caleb Luttrell, Jason, Josh, Shane, Aaron and Ryan McIntosh and Amy Lehr, 10 great-grandchildren, Aarika Matusik, Trey and Tristan Stewart, Madison, Mason, Riley, River, Jaden, Callie and Sydnie McIntosh. Several nieces, nephews, cousins and special friends also survive. He will be dearly missed., He was preceded in death by five brothers and eight sisters., For additional information or to send a condolences, visit |
CASEY - Franklin L. "Frank" McCash, 86, Casey, died Wednesday (June 1, 2011). Services: 3 p.m. Friday, Markwell Funeral Home, Casey. Visitation: two hours before services. Private burial: Ruffner Cemetery, Casey, at a later date. Send condolences: www.markwellfuneral |
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Edward "ED" J. Gardner, 38, of Naperville, at rest Monday, May 30, 2011. Beloved son of Jack and Chris Carsello; loving boyfriend of Angie Ambrose; ..... |
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Loretta D. Gelsomino, nee Vanelli ; dearly beloved wife of the late Michael; loving mother of Robert and Donald (Romaine); former mother-in-law of Denise Gelsomino; ..... |
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Anna M. Gillespie, nee Horacek , age 88. Beloved wife of the late Donald T.; loving mother of Donna (Richard) Novack, Donald C. (Linda), ..... |
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Dorothy Margaret Ann Marcella Gollwitzer, nee Peppers, passed away peacefully at age 89 on June 1, 2011. A beloved mother, much adored grandmother and great-grandmother, ..... |
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GERHARD 'GERRY' A. CLAIR, 88 WATERTOWN, Wis. - Gerhard "Gerry" A. Clair, 88, of Watertown, formerly of Menomonee Falls, died Memorial Day, Monday, May 30, 2011, at Marquardt Manor, with his daughter and family by his side. Gerhard married Georgene Baudry on Sept. 3, 1955, in Rockford, Ill. They lived in Rockford from 1955 to 1969. He was employed by Sundstrand/Falk in Rockford and also later in Milwaukee, retiring in the late 1980s. Survivors include wife, Georgene of Watertown; daughter, Betty (David) Kriege of Johnson Creek; granddaughters, Kimberly (fiance, Sean Miller) Kriege of Madison and Emily Kriege of Johnson Creek; sister, Eunice Johnson; brother-in-law, Lee Johnson; and niece, Jackie Johnson, all of Waukesha; nephew, Terry Johnson of North Dakota; and other relatives and friends. Service at 11 a.m. Friday, June 3, at First Congregational United Church of Christ, Lake Mills, with the Rev. Neil Partington officiating. Friends may call from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday, June 2, at Claussen Funeral Home, Lake Mills, and from 10 a.m. Friday to time of service at the church. If desired, memorials may be made to the American Lung Association. Condolences at claussenfuneralhome .com. |
TOULON – Glenn W. "Butch" Buchert, 69, of Toulon, passed away Wednesday, June 1, 2011, at his home surrounded by his wife and family., He was born Nov. 15, 1941, in Woodstock, to Glen and Ruth (Ruenz) Buchert. He married his high school sweetheart, Nancy Hall, on June 26, 1965, at Grace Lutheran Church in Richmond., He received his Bachelor of Science degree in secondary education from Carthage College. He began teaching at Toulon High School in the fall of 1964 with a goal of 50 years in education. He taught all science classes. He received both a Master of Science in education and a Master of Science in guidance counseling from Bradley University while still teaching at Toulon High School (currently Stark County High School)., In 1991, he moved from classroom teaching to become the guidance counselor. He was adviser to several classes, National Honor Society and Stark County Student Council. His stroke and cancer forced him to retire after nearly 47 years in education. Teaching was his love., He was known as "Mr. B." to all of his students and most of the community of Toulon and Stark County Schools. As Student Council adviser, he always encouraged his students to get involved in Student Council to help make them a better person and better leaders in school and life., He suffered a devastating brain stem stroke in November 2009. He and Nancy spent months in rehabilitation between Methodist Hospital, Peoria Specialty Hospital and RIC in Chicago, fighting hard to get back to school. In October 2010, he had surgery for pancreatic cancer, after which he faced many hurdles that he was not able to overcome. He was a strong man who never gave up and fought this courageous battle until the end., He was loved by all, as evidenced by the outpouring of support from his students and community after his stroke and during his rehabilitation and until his death., He and Nancy enjoyed attending various school functions at SCHS in support of all of their "kids." He loved the outdoors, whether it was working in the yard, riding bikes, or going for a walk with Nancy, his horses and dogs. He worked summers at the canning company in Princeville for more than 40 years., Attending graduation parties and weddings of his former students meant so much to him. His love for his students was very overwhelming that only a man of his character would know the true meaning of teaching/counseling., In addition to his wife, he is survived by his brother, Paul (Fatima) Buchert of Knoxville, Tenn.; and numerous nieces and nephews., He was preceded in death by his parents., The visitation will be from 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday, June 5, at Stark County High School. A memorial service will follow. The visitation will continue from 1 to 2 p.m. Monday, June 6, at Ehorn-Adams Funeral Home in Richmond, followed by a graveside service in Richmond Cemetery., In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial contribution to Stark County Education Foundation toward a scholarship in his name., Private condolences may be sent to the family via, For information, call Toulon Funeral Home at 309-286-4181 or Ehorn-Adams Funeral Home at 815-678-7311. |
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GORDON L. HUBER, 77 JANESVILLE, Wis. - Gordon L. Huber, 77, of Janesville passed away Tuesday, May 31, 2011, at Mercy Hospital & Trauma Center, Janesville. Born Oct. 6, 1933, in Belvidere, Ill., the son of Darwin and Kathryn (Letts) Huber. Graduate of Belvidere High School. From 1951 to 1957, he served in the U.S. Naval Seabees USNR and was stationed in Cuba and North Africa with mobile construction battalions. Married Miriam McLay on Sept. 6, 1959. Gordon worked most of his adult life as an electrician for the past 25 years operating his own electrical contracting business in the Janesville area until retiring in January 1996. Gordon was a former member of the Belvidere Jaycees. Charter life member of the American Motorcyclist Association, charter member of the American Gold Wing Association, where he served as national vice president for two years and as a member of the board of directors for 10 years. Member of the Retread Motorcycle Association for 23 years and the Chicago Replica Association since 1986. Member of Rock Prairie United Presbyterian Church, where he served on the board of trustees and enjoyed being with the Men's Breakfast group. He formed and served as scout master of Troop 413 at the church. Served as scout committee member for Scout Troop 540 at Faith Lutheran Church in Janesville. Gordon was a fan of British sports cars. At the time he met his future wife, he owned an MG TD. Later he built a replica of this MG TD and he and Miriam traveled in all of the 48 continental states and three provinces of Canada in this car. He was a longtime rider of touring motorcycles and toured many of the states with old high school friends and their wives. Gordon enjoyed spending winters in Arizona with Miriam, where he was active in silversmith work as a hobby. Surviving are wife, Miriam Huber; sons, Scott (Theresa) of Janesville, Robert of South Elgin, Ill., and Greg of Wisconsin Dells; grandchildren, Korinne, Kailey, Kloey, Kassidy, Kamryn, Alison, Adam and Zac; brothers, Roger (Helen) of Belvidere, and Phillip of Cookeville, Tenn. Predeceased by his parents. Memorial service at noon Sunday, June 5, at Rock Prairie United Presbyterian Church, 8605 County Road A East, with Pastor Jamie Swanson officiating. Military rites conducted by Kienow-Hilt, Post 1621. Visitation from 3 to 7 p.m. Friday, June 3, at Henke-Clarson Funeral Home, 1010 N. Wright Road, Janesville. A memorial fund will be established at a later date. Assisting the family is Henke-Clarson Funeral Home, |
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SHELBYVILLE - Irene Caroline Storm 96, of Shelbyville, IL, formerly of Windsor, IL, passed away at 1:44 AM Wednesday June 1, 2011 in Heartland Christian Village in Neoga, IL. Irene was born June 28, 1914 at Shumway, IL the daughter of Theodore and Laura Rentfrow Lawrence. She married Donald Storm on Jan. 22, 1939 at Altamont, IL and he passed away June 13, 1987. Irene was, first and foremost, a loving farm wife and mother who made her family the center of her world. She was a long time member of the Ash Grove Christian Church near Windsor and, in later years, when she moved to Shelbyville, attended the First Christian Church of Shelbyville. She had many friends and was, formerly, active in Shelby County Home Extension and was a volunteer for Lincolnland Hospice. Surviving are her children: David M. (Helen Yakey) Storm of Stewardson, IL, Judy (Don) Behl of Shelbyville and Margaret "Susie" (Bruce) Carruthers of Windsor ; grandchildren: Michael Storm, Marc (Renee) Storm, Shelly Storm, Christopher (Kim) Behl, Shane (Sara) Behl, Sarah (Phil) Crim, Ryan (Tisha) Behl, Nikki (Matt) Jones, Kevin (Jackie) Beitz, Shawn (Maggie) Beitz and Ashley Beitz; great grandchildren: Cody Fine, Bethany Fine, Zachary Behl, Reagan Behl, Cate Behl, Drew Behl, Alex Behl, Jack Behl, Ashlyn Behl, Ava Behl, Jarrett Jones, Noah Jones, Logan Jones and Madison Beitz. She was preceded in death by her husband Donald, parents, son-in-law Bob Beitz, brothers: Carl Lawrence and Paul Lawrence, twin sister Ione Lawrence. A funeral service will be held at 11:00 AM Saturday June 4, 2011 in Ash Grove Christian Church near Windsor. Visitation will be from 6:00-8:00 PM Friday in Lockart-Green Funeral Home in Shelbyville and from 10:30 AM Saturday until time of the service in the Church. Pastor Kevin Ray of First Christian Church of Shelbyville and Pastor Jim Dona of Ash Grove Christian Church will officiate. Burial will be in Cochran's Grove Cemetery near Windsor. Memorials can be made to First Christian Church of Shelbyville or Ash Grove Christian Church. On line condolences may be directed to the family at www.lockart, . Obituary written by family members. Online guest book at, herald-review/ |
CARY – Irene F. Boron, 83, passed away Tuesday, May 31, 2011, at Hospice of Northeastern Illinois in Barrington., She was the beloved wife of the late Victor R. "Vic The Barber" Boron for 50 years. Born Oct. 4, 1927, she grew up in Chicago and met her husband in Wisconsin during her high school summer vacations. They married in 1946, moving to Cary in 1954, where she was a housewife and loving mother. In later years, she worked and retired from Harris Bank. She and Victor worked side by side on Cary's Main Street for many, many years. Those who worked with her will miss her giggles and her tears., In the years after retirement, she took pleasure in her family and her flowers. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her, along with her sparkling eyes and contagious laughter., She is survived by three children, Gloria Boron (Michael) Hood of Elgin, Donald (Cindy) Boron of Murfreesboro, Tenn., and Michael Boron of Cary; four grandchildren, Jennifer Hood Gillie, Heather Hood Hargreaves, Nicole Boron Voiles and Joseph Boron; six great-grandchildren, Maxwell and Addison Gillie, Elliiott Hargreaves, Hunter, and Jayden and Kiptyn Voiles; and a number of nieces and nephews., She was preceded in death by her mother, Josephine Saglowska; her father, John Sokniakiewicz; and a brother, Air Force Col. George F. Soniak and spouse., The visitation will be from 4 to 9 p.m. Friday, June 3, with a 7 p.m. prayer service at Kahle-Moore Funeral Home, 403 Silver Lake Road, Cary. Burial will be private., For information, call the funeral home at 847-639-3817 or visit |
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Alan Steven Jacob, age 75, of Elmhurst, passed away Friday, May 27, 2011 at the Elmhurst Memorial Hospital. Beloved husband of the late Alice ..... |
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Janet Eloise Gould Matson, of Morgan, Vt., died peacefully at home May 29, 2011, after a lengthy illness., Janet lived most of her youth in Sycamore, Ill., and moved to Holly Springs, Miss., with her parents and her brother in the early '60s. Janet met Stephen William in 1970 and they married the next year. They were married for nearly 40 years and had an extremely interesting and enjoyable life living in Michigan, California, England, Massachusetts and finally, northern Vermont., She shared her gifts extensively, starring in musical productions at the University of Mississippi, creating art in many mediums, including sculpture, drawing and painting. She designed and built a house for her family, and most recently, she completed a book dealing with getting the most out of life. She always created a warm and loving home through design and her love and nurturing of her boys. Janet was an incredibly talented and loving wife, mother and grandmother., She leaves her husband, Steve; sons, Christian, Thor and Chandler William; daughter-in-law, Anna Colavito Matson; and grandchildren, Lydia Swan Matson and Garnet Ace Matson., She was preceded in death by her mother, Eleanor Johnson Gould; father, Archie Lincoln Gould; brother, David Lincoln Gould; and an infant sister, Jacqueline Gould., Memorial services will be held at a later date in Morgan, Vt., and Hingham, Mass. In lieu of flowers, gifts can be made to the AstraZeneca, in Jamaica Plain, Mass., and the Circle of Friends in Morgan, Vt. |
Jean Ruth Shipp, 90, of Cortland, died Tuesday, May 31, 2011, at Kishwaukee Community Hospital, DeKalb., Born May 28, 1921, at her grandparents' home in DeKalb, the daughter of Harold O. and Grace Aline (Harmes) Lindus, she married Robert W. Shipp on Jan. 31, 1943, in Waterman., She was formerly employed by DeKalb Ag and Milk Consumers; later, she retired after more than 25 years at General Electric in DeKalb. She was a life member of Trinity Lutheran Church, DeKalb, and its Women of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America group., She is survived by her grandchildren, Tamme Sherrill of Duquesne, Pa., and Michael (Susan) Sherrill of DeKalb; two great-grandchildren, Taylor and Brianna; a niece, Carol Switzer, as well as other nieces and nephews; and her dog, Diogi., She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert; daughter, Judie Sherrill; brother, Harold Lindus; sister, Janice Besse; and nephew, Brad Besse., The funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday, June 6, at Trinity Lutheran Church, DeKalb, with the Rev. Todd Peterson officiating. Burial will follow at Fairview Park Cemetery, DeKalb. Visitation will be from 3-6 p.m. Sunday, June 5, at Anderson Funeral Home, DeKalb., In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to the Jean Ruth Shipp 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. |
De Laurentis, Jacqueline "Jackie" (nee: Shopkus) Beloved wife of Sam, Sr. Devoted mother of Denise, Sam, Jr. (Dorene) and Lori De Laurentis. Loving grandmother of Samuel, Timothy, and Leonard. Dear sister of Robert Trent and the late Maryanne and the late Patricia. Funeral Monday 9:30 a.m. at Salerno's Galewood Chapels, 1857 N. Harlem Ave, Chicago, Chapel Service 10:30 a.m. Visitation Sunday 3 -9 p.m.Interment Mt. Carmel Cemetery. For info call 773-889-1700. |
HARRISBURG -- James Alfred "Buck" Rice, 84, died at 8:40 p.m. Saturday, May 28, 2011, in Harrisburg Medical Center., Services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday in Ledford Cemetery with Kenny Byron officiating., Memorials may be made to Ledford Cemetery. |
DECATUR - James Curtis Neal, 92, of Decatur departed this life on Tuesday, May 31, 2011 at his residence. James was born September 11, 1919 in Jackson, TN the son of Lula Wallace and Henry Neal. He worked for the Orlando Hotel as a bellhop until he retired. He formerly attended New Salem Baptist Church. He leaves to cherish his memories his son, Billy Ray (wife, Maralita) Neal of Decatur; daughter, Reshawon Neal both of Decatur; 9 grandchildren and a many special loved ones and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and stepson, David Earl Mann Sr. Services will be held 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, June 7, 2011 at Walker Funeral Service and Chapel with visitation one hour before service. Walker Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements. Obituary written by family members. Online guest book at |
BUCKNER -- James Eli "Beanie" Rice, 86, died at 7:30 a.m. Wednesday, June 1, 2011, in Anderson Hospital in Maryville., Services will be at 11 a.m. Friday in Old Du Quoin Cemetery with the Rev. Gary Pate officiating., Memorials may be made to the family and will be accepted at the funeral home., Searby Funeral Home of Du Quoin is in charge of arrangements. |
MOUNT VERNON -- James "Jim" Newton Lemons, 81, died at 3:41 a.m. Thursday, June 2, 2011, in St. Mary Good Samaritan Hospital in Mount Vernon., Services will be at 1 p.m. Saturday in Hughey Funeral Home in Mount Vernon with the Revs. Merle Fullerton and Steve Edwards officiating. Burial with full military honors will be in Bethel Memorial Cemetery in Mount Vernon. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. |
JAMES FRANCIS MULCAHEY, 74 CITRUS SPRINGS, Fla. -James Francis Mulcahey passed away Sunday, May 22, 2011, in Citrus Springs. Born Sept. 22, 1936, in Rockford, Ill., to Paul and Frances (Drew) Mulcahey. Jim worked for Hydro-Line Mfg., in Rockford and Reno, Nev., respectively for 23 years. He moved to California and worked as head of maintenance at Monterey Bay Country Club, before retiring to Citrus Springs. Jim loved people and life and lived it to the fullest. He was an avid golfer and enjoyed playing cards (and winning)! His great sense of humor was unparalleled and appreciated by all. He will be extremely missed by his wife of 26 years, Vicki; the mother of his children, Judy Mulcahey; son, Gregory; daughters, Patricia (Danny) Boyd, Laurie (Kenneth) Goettsch, Elizabeth Higgins and Susan (Mark) Bileto, all of Rockford; stepchildren, Lance (Cindy), Alan (Roberta), Lauri Jean (Mike) and Kim; brothers, Michael of Florida, Thomas of California and Donald of Maryland; sister, Patricia Mulcahey of Wisconsin; and numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents; and brother, Jack. Celebration of his life from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, June 4, at Northwest Community Center. 1325 N. Johnston Ave., Rockford. Arrangements by Heinz Funeral Home & Cremation, Inverness. |
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LINCOLN — Jane Mier, 98, Lincoln, passed away at 4:12 a.m. Wednesday (June 1, 2011) at Christian Village, Lincoln. |
GALESBURG - Jeffrey S. Seper, 36, 239 S. Cherry St., died at 4:54 p.m. Wednesday (June 1, 2011) at Galesburg Cottage Hospital., Hinchliff-Pearson-West Galesburg Chapel is in charge of arrangements. |
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ALGONQUIN – Jewell Loretta Heideman, 96, of Algonquin, died peacefully Tuesday, May 24, 2011, at her home., She was born in Bessemer, Mich., to Joseph and Catherine (Maslanka) Kulik. She married Paul Heideman of East Dundee in 1942, shortly before he left for service in World War II. In 1948 they moved to Algonquin, where they raised five children. She and Paul enjoyed nearly 65 years of marriage before he passed away in 2006., She also worked outside the home as a nanny, dressmaker, Realtor, caterer, personal companion, and household supervisor. She volunteered her time with Saint Margaret Mary Altar and Rosary society as well as in their children's schools., She was a devoted mother, fantastic cook, avid gardener, and friend to everyone she met, and had a beautiful singing voice. She felt blessed, and her blue eyes twinkled when any of her grandchildren came to visit., She will be dearly missed by everyone who knew her., She is survived by her children, Edward (Jeanne) Heideman of Friendship, Wis., Gregory (Margaret) Heideman of Crystal Lake, Lee Ann (Charles) Martens of Lake Geneva, Wis., Torri (William) Stewart of Phoenix and daughter-in-law Catherine Heideman of Apopka, Fla., She is survived by seven grandchildren, Jon (Kara), Charles (Laura), Daniel (Kristine), Paul and Robert Heideman and Kathryn and William (Kelly) Stewart; and two great grandchildren, Tyler and Dylan Heideman., She was preceded in death by her husband, Paul; a son, Robert; and all of her seven siblings., A memorial service will be in her honor at 12:30 p.m. Saturday, June 4, at St. Margaret Mary Church in Algonquin., In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that any donations be made to Hospice of Northeastern Illinois, 405 Lake Zurich Road, Barrington, IL 60010. |
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. |
John was born on Feb. 3, 1974, in Quincy, Ill., a son of Robert and Debra Hinkle Latimer., John graduated from Knox County High School in 1992 and from Missouri Western State University in 2001, with a double business degree., He had worked at Double Tree and Hilton Hotels and was assistant manager for Bob Evans. He also managed his own retailing business and most recently was employed by SCIS Security., John was a member of the Phi Sigma Kappa fraternity. He was also a member of Meadowview Baptist Church in Mesquite. He was fun-loving, and enjoyed spending time with his family, and playing with his children. He took interest in Civil War history and enjoyed researching his ancestry. John also enjoyed attending games for the Texas Rangers and Dallas Mavericks., On Dec. 27, 2006, John married Kathleen Arenas. She survives. To this union, they had three children, Christopher, Matthew and Mikayla., Survivors also include his parents, Robert and Debra Latimer of Newark; a brother, Rob Latimer of Jefferson City; a sister, Beth Clay of LaBelle; nephews, Anthony Monroe, LeTre` Clay and Cameron Clay; a niece, Rachel Latimer; in-laws, Ernie and Tess Arenas of Mesquite; and several aunts, uncles and cousins., John was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Wilbur and Martha Hinkle; his paternal grandparents, Harold and Dorothy Latimer; and two cousins., SERVICES: 2:30 p.m. Friday in the Hudson-Rimer Funeral Home, Edina. The Rev. Steve Brown of Mesquite will conduct the services. Burial will be in the Shiloh Cemetery north of Bethel., Musical selections will be "I Will Rise," "Glorious Day," "Our God Is Greater," "I Can Only Imagine," "This Little Light Of Mine" and "Your Love.", Casket bearers will be Curt Snow, Kevin Scott, Tom Parsons, Tim Parsons, Ricky Kurtz, Damion Epping and Danny Wiemelt. Honorary bearers will be Ralph Joseph Deunida, Jonathan Clarke, Brad Boruff, Paul Kurtz, Cory Kurtz, Mark Wiemelt, Anthony Monroe, LeTre` Clay, Cameron Clay and Rachel Latimer., VISITATION: 1 to 2:30 p.m. Friday in the funeral home., MEMORIALS: Children's Education Fund. Memorials may be left at or mailed to Hudson-Rimer Funeral Home, P.O. Box 1, Edina, MO, 63537., ARRANGEMENTS: Hudson-Rimer Funeral Home, Edina. |
John W. LeBeau, 74, of Ottawa, formerly of Mendota, died May 30, 2011, in St. Francis Medical Center, Peoria. |
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Judith "Judy" Retzer, 63, died at 7:55 p.m. Thursday, June 2, 2011, at Alton Memorial Hospital. Arrangements are pending at Elias, Kallal and Schaaf Funeral Home in Alton. |
Weber, Judith F. "Judie", (nee Donick). Age 71, passed away Thursday, June 2, 2011 at her home with her family by her side. Judith battled cancer for five years. She was a strong and courageous woman. Preceded in death by her mother, Dorothy (nee Henry) Donick; her father, Leo Donick; one sister, Margaret Galligan; and one brother, James Donick. Survived by her husband, Syl "Webb" Weber; three daughters, Linda McCluskey, Lisa MacLean, and Leslie Weber; three grandchildren, Bill, Amanda (Dan Kelly) and Jacob; two sisters, Jeannine Broadus, and Marianne Hasse; and many nieces, nephews and cousins. A special thank you to Joliet Area Community Hospice, the staff at Joliet Oncology Hematology Associates, and all her care providers. Funeral Services for Judie Weber will be Monday, June 6, 2011 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Mary Immaculate Catholic Church, Plainfield. Interment will be private. Memorials to the, would be appreciated. Visitation MONDAY, from 9:30-10:30 a.m. at the church. Arrangements by: FRED C. DAMES FUNERAL HOME 3200 Black at Essington Rds., Joliet For Information (815) 741-5500 |
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Kenneth Eugene Reints, 67, died May 30, 2011, at Sharon Health Care, Peoria, his home for the past several years. Ken was born Jan. 1, 1944, in Rochelle, youngest in a family of four children and first baby of the year at Rochelle Hospital., He grew up on the family farm in the Creston/Esmond area, attending Creston Grade School. After the family moved to Sycamore, he graduated from Sycamore High School in 1962 and then attended the, Ken was a handsome high achiever as a young man, a top student in school and received many recognition honors for his work in 4-H and FFA, with projects including crop and livestock production, showmanship, marketing, truck gardening and leadership skills. He received the 1962 DeKalb County Outstanding Agriculture 4-H Member award, State Farmer Degree at the Illinois FFA convention in Chicago and was a delegate for Illinois to the National 4-H Club Congress in 1962. Ken also ran for the track team at Sycamore High School., After high school, he began studies at the University of Illinois with interest in veterinary medicine. While at the U of I, he was struck down in the prime of his youth by a debilitating disease. With help of family and medical experts, he struggled to defeat the disease, but eventually it took him out of the game for the remainder of his life and left him disabled and unable to pursue his goals., He is survived by two brothers, Philip Leo (Darlene) of Pinedale, Wyo., and Robert Earl Jr. (Delores) of Dysart, Iowa; one sister, Ruth Helen (Larry) Mayo of Bellevue, Wash.; and many nieces and nephews., He was preceded in death by his parents, Earl and Ethel (Finley) Reints; and a niece, Connie (Reints) Kahler., Visitation will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, June 4, with the funeral service immediately after at 11 a.m. at Unger-Horner Funeral Home, 400 N. Sixth St., Rochelle. Committal will be at Lindenwood Cemetery, followed by lunch and fellowship at Lindenwood Union Church., Memorial gifts to Lindenwood Cemetery can be directed to Unger-Horner Funeral Home. |
Parkman, Kathryn A. "Kat" Kathryn (affectionately called Kat) was born January 29, 1924 in Joliet, Illinois; the third child to the union of the late Abraham and Etta (Bouie) Parkman. Kathryn completed her earthly mission and made her heavenly transition on Friday, May 27, 2011. She received her education through the Joliet Township Public School System, where she excelled in her studies. Kathryn was employed at United Charities where she served faithfully as an executive assistant for over twenty years in Chicago, Illinois. She worked for a brief season at Easter Seals upon retiring. In her leisure, she enjoyed traveling, fine dining, decorating, shopping and visiting with close friends and relatives. Kathryn is preceded in death by her loving parents; Abraham Sr. and Etta (Bouie) Parkman, three sisters; Mary Alice Bates, Dora Parkman and Bessie Moore, two brothers; Edward and Abraham Parkman Jr. Survived by three sons she raised as her own; Rozell, Arnold and Errol Pugh. She also leaves in the Master's care seven nephews; Gerald (Linda) Bates of Cincinnati, Ohio, Carlton (Tempie) Bates of Joliet, Illinois, Joseph Bates (Audrey) of St. Louis, Missouri, Larry Parkman of Chicago, Illinois, Kenneth Moore of Kent, Washington, Melvin and Derrick Moore of Joliet, Illinois. Four nieces; Jeanne Bates of St. Louis, Missouri, Marilyn (Marshall) Willis of Cincinnati, Ohio, Karen Moore of Phoenix, Arizona and Renee Moore of Atlanta, Georgia, one brother-in-law; Ulish Moore Jr., beloved cousins; Robert and Richard Parkman, treasured life-long friends; Pearl Clemmer, Christine Lofton and Linda Sease and a host of loving relatives and dear friends. Visitation will be held Monday, June 6, 2011 from 9 to l0AM at the church. Home-going service will follow at l0AM at All Nation COGlC, 503 So. Water Street, Joliet, Illinois. Committal prayers will be at Elmhurst Cemetery along with final interment following the funeral service. Visitation W.W. HOLT FUNERAL HOME 175 West 159th Street Harvey, IL 60426 (708) 331-0310. Sunday, June 5, 2011 2:00PM-6:00PM |
Schargorodsky, Kathy Age 55, of Channahon, passed away suddenly on Monday, May 30, 2011. Loving sister of Valentina (Richard) Robinette of Channahon, Alex (Shirley) Schargorodsky of Pennsylvania, and Rachel (Michael) Hinshaw of Arkansas; sister-in-law of Linda Schargorodsky of Joliet; she is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by her parents Maria and Michael Schargorodsky and her brother Tony Schargorodsky. Kathy worked at Sony Music in Bolingbrook for 17 years. She was devoted to her dog Winnie and frequented the Shorewood dog park. She was loved by all who knew her, she will be greatly missed. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Will County Humane Society. A celebration of Kathy's life will begin on Saturday, June 3 at 10:30 am at the funeral home chapel. Interment will follow at Woodlawn Cemetery. Visitation will be on Friday from 3 to 8 pm at: |
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Leona R. Lechner, nee Brady . Beloved wife of the late William Lechner; loving mother of David (Vicki), and the late Terrence Lechner; cherished grandmother ..... |
Leona L. Tietjen, 73, of Naperville, formerly of Freeport, died Tuesday, May 31, 2011, in Alden Estates of Naperville. She was born Jan. 10, 1938, in Freeport, the daughter of Charles and Mabel (Jacobs) Huber., Leona was a graduate of Freeport High School. She married Lester Tietjen on July 4, 1959, at Saint Joseph Catholic Church, Freeport; they were prior residents of Princeville, Richmond Calif., Deltona, Fla., and DeKalb. Leona was employed as a medical secretary and clinic office manager., She will be sadly missed by her husband, Lester; daughter, Lisa (William) Diggins of Crest Hill; son, Patrick (Rebecca) Tietjen of Naperville; grandsons, Will and Alex Diggins and Jacob and Benjamin Tietjen; brother, Roger Huber of Kirkland; two sisters, Phyllis Wahler of Richardson, Texas and Marcia (Don) Sorn of Monroe, Wis.; her husband's sisters, Mary Ann (Don) Merrill of Sterling and Helen (Charles) Franz of Freeport; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends who all loved her kind and gentle spirit., Funeral Mass for Mrs. Tietjen will be at 10:30 a.m. Friday, June 3, at Saint Joseph Catholic Church, Freeport. The Rev. Timothy Barr, pastor will celebrate. Visitation will be from 9:30 a.m. until time of Mass at the church. Burial will be at Chapel Hill memorial Gardens, Freeport., In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established for Alzheimer's research. To sign the online guestbook, visit |
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BETHANY - Larry "Shorty" Dawson, 70, Bethany, died Tuesday (May 31, 2011). Services: 11 a.m. Saturday, Abundant Life Assembly of God Church, Bethany. Visitation: 9:30 to 11 a.m. Saturday in the church. Burial: Marrowbone Township Cemetery, Bethany. Arrangements by: McMullin-Young Funeral Home, Bethany. Memorials: American Lung Association, Abundant Life Assembly of God Church, Bethany, or to the family. Send condolences: |
STANTONBURG, N.C. – Lelan "Lee" Gerald Wright, 75, of Stantonburg, passed away Tuesday, May 31, 2011, at his home., He was born Oct. 22, 1935, in McNairy County, Tenn., to the late Manley Wright and Lexie Cone Wright., He served in the U.S. Marines Corps during the Korean Crisis. He was a former resident of Genoa City, Wis., for more than 27 years., He is survived by his wife, Edith Peele Wright; his daughter, Melissa Wright of Goldsboro; his sister, Dorothy Robertson and her husband, Ray, of Henderson, Tenn.; and his brothers, Bobby Wright and his wife, Jane, of Glenn, Va., and Dale Wright and his wife, Barbara, of Henderson, Tenn., No formal services will be conducted. |
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SAYBROOK — Leoan Stevens, 89, Saybrook, passed away at 10:45 a.m. Wednesday (June 1, 2011) at Gibson Community Hospital Annex, Gibson City. |
Lechner, Leona R. (nee Brady) Beloved wife of the late William Lechner; loving mother of David (Vicki) and the late Terrence Lechner; cherished grandmother of Edward (April) Lechner and Sarah (Todd) Reinert; adoring great-grandmother of Andrew and Matthew Lechner and Tarren Reinert; fond sister of the late Gerald Brady. Visitation Sunday 3-9:00 pm. Funeral Monday 9:00am from Zimmerman-Sandeman Funeral Home 5200 W. 95th St. to St. Walter Church. Mass 10:00am. Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery. 708-424-0340 |
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Natalie Harriet Lieberman, nee Rayman . Dearly beloved wife of the late Howard Leslie Lieberman, M.D.; adored mother of Jack Lieberman, James (Dorian Polson) ..... |
Linda Gage, 61, of 415 W. Erie St., Spring Valley died at 1:38 a.m. May 31, 2011, in St. Margaret's Hospital, Spring Valley. |
LINDA L. (DUNSHEATH) WICKLUND, 59, PALATKA, Fla. - Linda L. (Dunsheath) Wicklund, 59, of Palatka passed away Sunday, May 8, 2011, in Gainesville, after a lengthy illness. Born June 5, 1951, in Passaic, N.J., to Al and Doris Dunsheath. A loving wife, mother and loyal friend, Linda was generous with her heart, home and wonderful cooking. She generated happiness when she walked into a room, and her contagious laughter and unique sense of humor will be missed by many who loved her. Survivors include husband, Craig; sons, Brandon Bartholomew and Jake (Katie McGuire) Wicklund; grandsons, Dylan Bartholomew and Nolan James Wicklund; brother, Wayne (Debbie) Dunsheath; mother-in-law, Astrid Wicklund-Johnson; uncle, Joseph Dunsheath of Allendale, N.J.; aunt, Doris Hennessey of Chester, N.Y.; and many sisters- and brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews and cherished friends. Predeceased by parents. The family would like to thank Delehanty Funeral Home Ltd. for their assistance.Celebration of Linda's life from 2 to 5 p.m. Saturday, June 4, at North Suburban Woman's Club, 6320 N. Second St., Loves Park, Ill. For more information, visit |
Born: July 25, 1918; in Geneva, Died: May 31, 2011; in Geneva, BATAVIA – Lois Johnson Willhite, 92, of Batavia, passed away on Tuesday, May 31, 2011 at Delnor Hospital., Lois was born July 25, 1918, in Geneva, daughter of Godfrey and Judith (Redborg) Johnson., After graduating from Batavia High School, class of 1936, she was employed by Batavia Body Company, then at Sears and Streit Law Offices in Aurora, followed by decades at the law office of attorney Gates Clancy in Geneva., Lois was a former member of the Plain Dirt Gardeners. She enjoyed gardening, sewing, knitting, and crossword puzzles. Her expertise as a legal secretary served her well, as she spent many, many years as recording secretary of Batavia Covenant Church, where she was a faithful, lifetime member., A Batavia resident all her life, Lois resided at the Holmstad these past several months., She is survived by her sister, Marilyn J. Poole; nieces, Sara (Randy) Zies and Marcy (Tom) Novak; nephew, Geoffrey (Debbie) Poole; and several grandnieces and nephews., Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband in 1990 and two infant daughters in 1950 and 1952., A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, June 4, at Batavia Covenant Church, 1314 Main St., Batavia. The Rev. Christopher Ek will officiate. The family will receive guests at the church from 10 a.m. until the time of the service. Interment will be private., In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Batavia Covenant Church., For information, contact Moss Family Funeral Home, 630-879-7900 or |
Gelsomino, Loretta D. Nee Vanelli. Dearly beloved Wife of the late Michael. Loving Mother of Robert and Donald (Romaine). Former Mother-in-Law of Denise Gelsomino. Cherished Grandmother of Michael, Anthony, Donald, and Gina. Dearest Great-Grandmother of Dominic. Dear Sister, Aunt, and friend of many. Funeral Services Monday 9:00 a.m. from Cumberland Chapels 8300 W. Lawrence Ave, Norridge to Our Lady of Ransom church; mass 10:00. Entombment All Saints Mausoleum. Visitation Sunday 2-8 p.m. 708-456-8300 or |
LOUISE M. QUAID, 84 ROCKFORD - Louise M. Quaid, 84, of Rockford passed away Sunday, May 29, 2011. Born June 11, 1926, in Bloomington to Martin and Alice (Brown) Olofsson. Graduate of Bloomington High School, Class of 1944, and attended Illinois State University in Normal. Married Arthur E. Quaid on April 1, 1944, in Knoxville, Tenn. Louise was a secretary for the Rockford School District. She was an avid bowler, competing in 33 national tournaments, and was director of Rockford and Springfield Bowling Association for 39 years. She started the Rockford/Belvidere "Bowling Hall of Fame" in 1979, retiring in 2004, becoming a life member in 2005. She was an officer of the state and local bowling "600 Club" for many years. Survived by her husband of 67 years, Arthur E. Quaid of Rockford; son, David (Barbara) Quaid of Anchorage, Alaska; grandsons, Matthew (Mellany) Quaid of Eagle River, Alaska, and Travis (Tracey) Quaid of Pell Lake, Wis.; granddaughters, Michelle (Anthony) Yates of Rockford and Dayna (Ryan) Hacker of Appleton, Wis.; great-grandchildren, Anna Marie and Marco Yates of Rockford, Ashley Kate Hacker of Appleton and Mason Quaid of Pell Lake, Wis.; and niece, Sharon Behrens of Tucson, Ariz. Predeceased by parents; daughter, Diana Quaid; son, Steven Quaid; and sister, Mabel Behrens. Memorial service at 3:30 p.m. Saturday, June 4, at Honquest Family Funeral Homes with Crematory, Rockford Chapel, 4311 N. Mulford Road, with visitation from 2 p.m. to time of service. To express condolences and share memories please visit honquestfh .com. |
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Margaret "Mardy" E. Gunderson Heal Sasman died May 28, 2011, at home peacefully in her sleep., Mardy was born in DeKalb on Feb. 16, 1927, to John and Edith Mary (Kelly) Gunderson. When Mardy was two weeks old, the family moved to the Kelly family farm near Maple Park. She lived there until she married Clifford Heal, and they moved to his grandfather's farm near Esmond. When they left the farm, they moved to Geneva, later to Elgin and then ultimately to Scottsdale, Ariz. Cliff passed away in 1984. In 1991, Mardy moved back to Elgin, and in 1996, to Wheaton. It was there she met and married Robert (Bob) Sasman. Shortly after they married, they had a house built in Aurora where they lived until 2009 when they moved to Geneva., Mardy worked various places as a secretary, bookkeeper and administrative assistant. She enjoyed selling jewelry and Indian artifacts in Old Scottsdale at an Indian store. Other than her family, her greatest love and rewards were working with her philanthropic sorority, Sigma Phi Gamma. Mardy held many positions in the sorority including international president., She leaves her beloved husband, Bob; daughter, Diane (Thomas) Peterson of Elgin; grandchildren, Jennifer (Michael) McLellan of Austin, Texas, Erik (Laura Russell, fiancée) Peterson of Chicago and Carin (Brad) Masel of Elgin; and two great-grandchildren, Jacqueline and Duncan McLellan. She is also survived by her sister, Marion Montgomery; and brother, John W. Gunderson. Other survivors are Bob's children, Gary Sasman of Spring Valley, Dean (Kim) Sasman of Buffalo Grove and Marcia (Steve) DeLaRosa of Villa Park; and grandson, Hudson DeLaRosa. She will also be missed by her many friends and sorority sisters across the United States and Canada., She was predeceased by her parents; first husband, Clifford F. Heal; son, Roger Dale Heal; and her cousin, Ellen Schranz, whom her parents raised., A memorial service to celebrate her life will be held at noon Saturday, June 11, at Fox Valley Presbyterian Church, 227 East Side Drive, Geneva, followed by a light luncheon. Burial of the cremated remains will be private., In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Fox Valley Presbyterian Church or to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, 8111 N. Stadium Drive, Suite 100, Houston, TX 77054, in honor of her granddaughter, Jennifer. |
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DE SOTO -- Marcelene McCarty, 78, died May 28, 2011, in Memorial Hospital of Carbondale., Arrangements are incomplete at Huffman-Harker-Walker Funeral Home of Carbondale. |
Born: Feb. 16, 1927; in DeKalb, Died: May 28, 2011; in Geneva, GENEVA – Margaret "Mardy" E. Gunderson Heal Sasman died at home peacefully in her sleep on May 28, 2011., Mardy was born in DeKalb on Feb. 16, 1927. Her parents were John and Edith Mary (Kelly) Gunderson. When Mardy was two weeks old, the family moved to the Kelly family farm near Maple Park. She lived there until she married Clifford Heal and they moved to his grandfather's farm near Esmond. When they left the farm, they moved to Geneva and later to Elgin and then ultimately Scottsdale, Ariz. Cliff passed away in 1984., In 1991, Mardy moved back to Elgin and in 1996 to Wheaton. It was there she met and married Robert (Bob) Sasman. Shortly after they married they had a house built in Aurora where they lived until 2009 when they moved to Geneva., Mardy worked various places as a secretary, bookkeeper and administrative assistant, and she enjoyed selling jewelry and Indian artifacts in Old Scottsdale at an Indian store. Other than her family, her greatest love and rewards were working with her philanthropic sorority, Sigma Phi Gamma sorority. Mardy held many positions in the sorority including International President., She leaves her beloved husband, Bob; daughter, Diane (Thomas) Peterson of Elgin; grandchildren, Jennifer (Michael) McLellan of Austin, Texas, Erik (Laura Russell, fiancée) Peterson of Chicago and Carin (Brad) Masel of Elgin; and two great-grandchildren, Jacqueline and Duncan McLellan. She is also survived by her sister, Marion Montgomery; and brother, John W. Gunderson. Other survivors are Bob's children, Gary Sasman of Spring Valley, Dean (Kim) Sasman of Buffalo Grove and Marcia (Steve) DeLaRosa of Villa Park; and grandson, Hudson DeLaRosa. She will also be missed by her many friends and sorority sisters across the United States and Canada., She was predeceased by her parents; first husband, Clifford F. Heal; her son, Roger Dale Heal; and also by her cousin, Ellen Schranz (whom her parents raised)., In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Fox Valley Presbyterian Church, 227 East Side Dr., Geneva, IL 60134; or to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, 8111 N. Stadium Dr., Suite 100, Houston, TX 77054, in honor of her granddaughter Jennifer., A memorial service to celebrate her life will be held at noon on Saturday, June 11, 2011, at Fox Valley Presbyterian Church (address above), followed by a light luncheon. Burial of the cremated remains will be private. |
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She was born May 3, 1924, in Milwaukee, Wis., the second oldest of five children to Jacob and Nellie Wigen Rasmussen. On Sept. 24, 1949, she married Dr. Richard E. "Dick" Meyer in Milwaukee. They met at St. Luke's Hospital in Chicago, where she was the department head for occupational therapy, and Dick was doing a medical clerkship with Northwestern Medical School. They have been married for 61 years. He survives., They moved to Quincy, Dick's childhood home, in 1955, when he accepted a position as ophthalmologist at the Quincy Clinic. Marian lived a busy and fulfilling life as a housewife, mother and grandmother -- carpooling children to music lessons, dance lessons, Scouts and sports. Marian was wonderful as a stay-at-home mother, raising her five children, and greatly enjoying participation in their activities. Her career and background in occupational therapy helped her to enjoy sewing, knitting and crocheting. She was active with the Quincy Public Schools PTA, where she was the past president of Madison School PTA, Adams County Women's Medical Society (now known as Alliance), of which she was past president, Quincy Symphony Women's Guild, now known as Encore, and the Atlantis Study Group, of which she was past president. She was also a member of Women's City Club and Quincy Country Club. She and Dick also enjoyed square dancing and bridge clubs. They cherished the many fond memories of family and friends., She attended Milwaukee Public Schools and was a graduate of Milwaukee Downer College, now a part of Lawrence University, with a degree in occupational therapy., In addition to her husband, survivors include five children, Judith Crowther of Darien, Richard Bruce Meyer and his wife, Margaret, of El Paso, Texas, Karen Christie and her husband, Carl, of Roselle, Dr. Roger Meyer and his wife, Mary Jo, of Vero Beach, Fla., and Jeffrey Meyer and his wife, Janet, of Vero Beach; 10 grandchildren, Brian Crowther and his wife, Jennifer, of Lisle, Lauren Crowther of Chicago, Mark Meyer and his wife, Jill, of Dallas, Texas, Kathryn Smith and her husband, Kyle, of Houston, Texas, Bradley Christie of Roselle, Rebecca Krettler and her husband, Jon, of Bartlett, Kathleen Meyer of Tampa, Fla., Meredith Meyer of Vero Beach, Matthew Meyer of Glendale, Calif., and Kristen Meyer of Vero Beach; and two great-grandchildren, Lily Margaret Crowther of Lisle, and Christie Rose Krettler of Bartlett., She was preceded in death by her parents; two sisters, Ruth Vallone and Genevieve Skornicka; and two brothers, James and Richard Rasmussen., Marian's family is most appreciative of the tender loving care administered by the staff at Sunset Home., SERVICES: 10 a.m. Saturday in the Hansen-Spear Funeral Home, with the Rev. Larry Wentzel conducting. Burial will be in Quincy Memorial Park., VISITATION: 4 to 6 p.m. Friday in the Hansen-Spear Funeral Home., MEMORIALS: Sunset Home, First Union Congregational Church or Quincy Public Schools Foundation., ARRANGEMENTS: Hansen-Spear Funeral Home. |
maRILYN JOAN TATOR BAINBRIDGE ISLAND, Wash. - Marilyn Joan Tator was born July 6, 1934, in Albany, N.Y., to parents Bertha Mae Pedlow Tator and Maurice Tator. She earned a BA from Rockford College with a double major in sociology and dance, followed by an MS in library science from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. In 1958, she married Axel Upton Rehnberg of Rockford, Ill., with whom she bore three children. Marilyn, Upton and eventually their children, were very active in the Rockford Civic Theatre during the 1960s and 1970s. Their middle child, Axel Thor Rehnberg, died unexpectedly of a brain aneurysm at the age of 9, the greatest sorrow of her life. Although that marriage lasted only 21 years, Marilyn and Upton remained friends and celebrated Christmases together with their daughters during the last few years of her life. Marilyn was a member of the American Library Association for more than 50 years, serving in various professional capacities for the Rockford Public Library, and later for the St. Paul (Minn.) Public Library. She was also a book lover and lifelong learner, a world traveler and an activist and advocate for peace, tolerance, social justice and environmental protection. Marilyn left this life unexpectedly after a Mother's Day brunch with her daughters followed by a brief few hours' illness. She is survived and will be sorely missed by sister, Virginia Tator Matthews of Albany, N.Y., and daughters, Asha Rehnberg of Bainbridge Island, Wash., and Pia Rehnberg of Poulsbo, Wash. Memorial service to celebrate Marilyn's life at 2 p.m. Saturday, July 18, in the Chapel at Becketwood, 4300 W. River Road, Minneapolis. Memorial gifts in honor of Marilyn may be made to any of the many, many charities she cared about and supported throughout the years, including Soaring Eagle (a public charity for the Northern Cheyenne), Southwest Indian Federation, International Campaign for Tibet, Feeding America, World Wildlife Fund, and the Bainbridge Island Land Trust. |
MARJORIE E. (PELLETT) MCCOY, 75 BELVIDERE - Marjorie E. (Pellett) McCoy, 75, of Belvidere passed away Wednesday, June 1, 2011, at OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center, Rockford. Born Jan. 11, 1936, in Richland County, Wis., to Boyd and Mona (Coy) Pellett, the second youngest of 10. Attended Camp Creek Grade School and Viola High School. Moved to Illinois in 1953, where she married Tim McCoy. Marge retired in 2001 from AG Communications after 33 years. She volunteered at the Keen Age Center, where she taught quilting and crafts, and drove the Med car. Also volunteered for RSVP and Garden Prairie United Church of Christ. Marge loved making quilts. She made quilts to raffle at family reunions, including family memorial quilts, with the proceeds going to charities. She enjoyed going out to eat with friends and family get-togethers. Survived by daughters, Cora Lee (Scott) Jacoby of Florida and Kathy Voiles of Wisconsin; son, Steve McCoy of Belvidere; granddaughters, Stacy Ziegler, Angie McCoy, Nicole (Keith Welch) McCoy, Stephanie and Katie Voiles; stepdaughter, Marisa Devall; one great-granddaughter and two great-grandsons; sister, Ronda (Martin) Fortun; brothers, Delburn (Gloria) Pellett and Merlin (Ruth) Pellett; sisters-in-law, Jean Pellett and Stella (Bob) Cook; and several nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her parents; husband, Tim in 2001; and son, Brian in 2008. Service at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, June 4, at Belvidere Funeral Home, with the Rev. Dale Beaman, pastor of Garden Prairie United Church of Christ, officiating. Interment in Belvidere Cemetery. Visitation from 7 to 9 p.m. Friday, June 3, at the funeral home. |
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WESTVILLE – Marna S. Giuliani, 60, of Westville passed away at 12:30 a.m. Thursday (June 2, 2011) at her home. read more |
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DECATUR - Mary Elizabeth Ballinger, 101 of Decatur, died Wednesday, June 1, 2011 in Fair Havens Christian Home. Mary was born June 26, 1909 in Avena, IL the daughter of William F. and Ollie Ethel (Crawford) Ballinger. A member of Sharon United Methodist Church, Mary worked as a sales associate for Sears before retiring in 1974. Surviving are several cousins and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents and two brothers. Visitation for Mary will be from 9 am to until the service time at 10 am, Saturday, June 4, 2011 in the Moran & Goebel Funeral Home with interment to follow in Harristown Cemetery. Memorials:, or, . The family of Mary Elizabeth Ballinger is being served by the Moran & Goebel Funeral Home, 2801 N. Monroe St., Decatur, IL. 62526. View the online obituary and send condolences to the family at: www.moranandgoebel. com. Obituary written by family members. Online guest book at, herald-review/ |
MICHAEL GUY HIGHFILL, 50 ROCKFORD - Michael Guy Highfill, 50, of Rockford died at 11 a.m. Friday, May 27, 2011, in his home, surrounded by his loving family. Mike was born Aug. 17, 1960, in Rockford, son of Lowell and Janice Highfill. He attended Rockford schools, where he met his wife of 30 years, Sue, at Auburn High School. They were united in marriage Aug. 2, 1980. Mike loved spending time with his family and had a circle of close friends. He was employed by DHL as a delivery manager, and worked beside his wife. Mike loved his animals, enjoyed being outside, and taking long walks, watching birds and squirrels. He was a car buff who enjoyed spending time at car shows and at cruises with his Mustangs. Survived by wife, Sue; children, Fawna and Joshua Highfill; grandson, Brevin Highfill; all of Rockford; siblings, Christine "Autumn" (Doug) Fell of Rockford, Kathie (Tom) Race of Cummings, Ga., Julie (Ron) Falconer and Lorene "Lolly" Heisler, both of Rockford and Dawn (Frank) McWilliams of Pecatonica; special brother, James (Lori Enerson) Barton of Nekoosa, Wis.; mother-in-law, Mary Nelson of Rockford; brothers-in-law, Robin (Angela) of Rockford and Alan (Linda) Nelson of Belvidere; sister-in-law, Gail (Dan) Zeller of Rockford; numerous aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews; special friend, Robert Thompson of Rockford; as well as many very special friends from the Rock Valley Mustang Club. Predeceased by his parents; grandparents; and brother, James Matthew Highfill. Memorial cruise in celebration of Mike's life at 1 p.m. Saturday, June 4, at Doc's Upholstery, 6544 Joan Drive, Belvidere. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to his family. Grace Funeral & Cremation Services is assisting the family. To share a memory or condolence, please visit |
He was born April 29, 1950, in Warrenton, a son of Vincent Lyle and Marjorie Bernice Brotherton Merrell. He and Diana "Annie" Frisby were united in marriage on July 4, 1974, at First Christian Church in Lewistown., He graduated from Lewistown High School in 1968. Mike worked in the heavy construction equipment business for more than 26 years. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, gardening, playing pool and shuffleboard, and most of all spending time with his beloved family., He is survived by his wife, of the home; two sons, Brent Merrell and his wife, Regina, of Benton and Cory Merrell and his wife, Amanda, of Norfolk, Va.; a daughter, Lacey Riepe of Blue Springs; a brother, Steve Merrell and his wife, Colette, of Canton; a sister, Karen Eggen and her husband, Kelly, of Peoria, Ariz.; three grandchildren, Addison and Harper Merrell of Norfolk and Reagan Riepe of Blue Springs; and several nieces and nephews., He was preceded in death by his parents; and two brothers, Johnny Merrell and George Tucker., SERVICES: 10 a.m. Friday in the Ball-Davis Funeral Home, Ewing, with the Rev. Tim Smith conducting. Burial will be in Mark's Cemetery in La Grange., VISITATION: 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday in the Ball-Davis Funeral Home, Ewing., MEMORIALS: Ewing First Baptist Church in care of Ball-Davis Funeral Home, Ewing., ARRANGEMENTS: Ball-Davis Funeral Home, Ewing. |
OLMSTED -- Mildred I. (Dick) Stricker, 87, died at 10:38 a.m. Wednesday, June 1, 2011, in Southeast Missouri Hospital in Cape Girardeau., Mildred was born July 29, 1923, in Olmsted, the daughter of the late John Dick and Nora Helen (Atherton) Dick., Mildred was a member of St. Lukes's Lutheran Church and Ladies Aid, both in Olmsted; and a retired secretary for Pulaski County Assessor office in Mound City., Survivors include five sons, Albert Jerry Stricker of Holt Summit, Mo., Kim Stricker of Jackson, Mo., Keith Stricker of Olmsted; Jeffrey Stricker of Davenport, Fla., and Michael Stricker of Ocoee, Fla.; a sister, Bertha Dick of Olmsted; six grandchildren, Molly Stern, Mattie Sanders, Kelly Clark, Tracy Stricker, Cassie Sharp and Amanda Kaus; eight great-grandchildren, Sabrina Stern, Sydney Sanders, Emily Sanders, Laura Sanders, Addilyn Clark, Noah Palmer, Alec Palmer and Karen Riley Sharp and several nieces and nephews., She was preceded in death by her parents; two sisters, Dorothy Mae Keel and Norma Josephine Dame, and a daughter, Karen Sue Rogers., Services will be at 1 p.m. Sunday, June 5, in Jones Funeral Home in Villa Ridge with Pastor Paul H. Donner officiating. Burial will be Concord Cemetery in rural Olmsted. Friends may call from 5 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. |
EWING -- Monroe Jones Webb, 88, died at 4 a.m. Thursday, June 2, 2011, in Kindred Hospital, St. Louis., Services will be at 11 a.m. Monday in Hobbs-Johnson Funeral Home in Benton with Elder John O'Dell officiating. Burial will be in Middle Fork Cemetery in Ewing. Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home., Memorials may be made to Middle Fork Cemetery Association. |
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VILLA GROVE – Myron Loos, 89, of Villa Grove died at 3 p.m. Monday (May 30, 2011) at Carle Foundation Hospital in Urbana. read more |
Nellie B. Galvin, 54, of Birchwood, Wis., died Saturday, May 28, 2011, at her home., Nellie Beth Larsen was born March 17, 1957, in Illinois to Laurence M. and Elizabeth A. (Grue) Larsen. She graduated from the Hinckley Big Rock High School in Hinckley, and then worked in the restaurant business; the last 10 years she was a CNA. On Aug. 28, 1975, she was married to Mark Riedelsperger in Hinckley. She was later married to Daniel Dobnick in August of 1983, and later married Robert Galvin on Oct. 28, 1999, in Ladysmith, Wis. Nellie loved her flower gardens, reading, loved to cook and decorating. She loved her grandchildren., Nellie Galvin is survived by her husband, Robert Galvin of Birchwood, two daughters and a son-in-law, Rachelle Riedelsperger of Birchwood, and April and Ronald Hughes of Roscoe; a son, Brandon Dobnick of Wheaton; three grandchildren, Savannah, Medeleine and Layla; six sisters, Laura Ekstrom of Birchwood, Joy Hagen of Kingman, Ariz., Dixie Heller of Illinois, Lawnie Pawlak of Edina, Minn., Angela Havel and Cleo Trepanier, both of Hayward, Wis.; and many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews., She was preceded in death by her parents, Laurence and Elizabeth (Grue) Larsen; and two brothers, John Seldal in 1965 and Brand Seldal in 1967., Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Appleyard's Home for Funerals, 19 W. Messenger St., Rice Lake, WI 54868. For information, visit, or call 715-234-6400. |
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Dorothy V. Nyczak, nee Klosowski . Beloved wife of the late George; loving mother of Gregory (Carol) and Sharon; devoted grandmother of Stephen, Katherine and ..... |
Lieberman, Natalie Harriet (nee Rayman) Dearly beloved wife of the late Howard Leslie Lieberman, M. D. Adored mother of Jack Lieberman, James (Dorian Polson) Lieberman and Julie (Greg) Oslan. Darling grandmother of Benjamin, Marley, Jesse, Rosamond and Lara Lieberman and Jacqueline and Leslie Oslan. Natalie was born July 11, 1925 in Chicago. She was a longtime resident of Glencoe and member of North Shore Congregation Israel before moving to Palo Alto, CA in 2007. A graduate of |
MULBERRY GROVE - Nina Irene Byxbe, 91, Phoenix, Ariz., formerly of Mulberry Grove, died Saturday (May 28, 2011). Graveside services: 11 a.m. Saturday, Liberty Cemetery, Mulberry Grove. Visitation: 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, Donnell-Wiegand Funeral Home, Mulberry Grove. Memorials:, . Send condolences: www. |
CHRISTOPHER -- Nora Gallik, 76, of Tonica, formerly of Christopher, died April 24, 2011, in Heritage Manor in Streator., Services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday in St. Andrews Cemetery in Christopher., Gilbert Funeral Home in Christopher is in charge of arrangements. |
NORMA JEAN MARSHALL, 84 ROCKFORD - Norma Jean Marshall, 84, of Rockford passed away Tuesday, May 31, 2011, at Rockford Memorial Hospital. Born Sept. 19, 1926, in Freeport, the daughter of Elmer and Rose (Hecklesmiller) Hybarger. Married James Marshall in August 1967 in Rockford. Her passions were her family, gardening and traveling across the country. Survived by husband, James Marshall; children, Darrell (Nancy) Kolthoff and Linda Michaelson; grandchildren, Darrell Jr., Tracy, David, Mark Jr., Sheila, Melissa, Paige and Dillon; six great-grandchildren; siblings, Edith, Elmer, Dorothy Mae and Rose. Predeceased by her parents; son, Mark Kolthoff; grandson, Darrell William Kolthoff; and siblings, Walter and Betty. Service at 10 a.m. Saturday, June 4, at Sunset Funeral Home, 8800 N. Alpine Road, with visitation from 9 a.m. to time of service. Entombment in Sunset Memorial Gardens. Tributes to the family at |
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Favela, Olivia E. Olivia E. Favela nee Sotelo, 61, of Joliet, formerly of Blue Island, beloved wife of Eduardo, loving mother of Elizabeth Navarro and Eduardo Jr. (Patricia), special second mother of Fernando and Jose Favela and Maria Godoy, devoted grandmother of Eduardo III and Lauren Favela and Araceli, Ricardo and Lexi Navarro, dear sister of the late Raymond, George (Sandy), Sarah Leal, Aurora Alaya, Richard (Esperanza), Raul, Ophelia (Antonio) Alvarez, Edward (Audrey) and John Pena. Visitation Friday, June 3, from 3:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Chapel prayers Saturday, 10:15 am at Krueger Funeral Home, 13050 Greenwood Ave., Blue Island, then to St. Donatus Church, 1939 Union St., Blue Island for Mass at 11:00 am. Interment Ridgelawn Cemetery, Gary, Indiana. 708 388-1300 |
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SUN CITY, Ariz. — Patricia Ann "Pat" Harris, 72, Sun City, Ariz., and formerly of Fairbury and Pontiac, passed away Tuesday (May 31, 2011) at Sun City, Ariz. |
Norkus, Paula L. (nee Bator), she is the beloved wife of Ken Sr., loving mother of Ken Jr. (Sandy) and dear grandmother of Taylor and Tyler; fond sister of Sue Ann Pitts and Jack (Tina) Bator; sister-in-law of Diane Norkus; dear aunt of Michelle, Bob, Magan, David, Brian and Karen. Her funeral service will be on Monday June 6th at 11:00 AM at the Sourek Manor & Sons Funeral Home, 5645 W. 35th Street, Cicero; Visitation will be on Sunday, June 5th from 2 til 9 PM. In liew of flowers donations to Hospice appreciated. Her cremation will be private. For info call the Sourek & Sons Funeral Home at 708-652-6661 |
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PETER STANLEY WIECZOREK, 51 CHARLOTTE, N.C. - Peter Stanley Wieczorek, 51, passed away peacefully Saturday, May 28, 2011, at his home. Peter was born Jan. 27, 1960, in Rockford, Ill., to Stanley Joseph and Donna Hart Wieczorek. When he was 11 years old he played the title role in the musical "Oliver!" in the summer production at Rock Valley College. He attended Boylan Catholic High School in Rockford and graduated from South Mecklenburg High School. Peter attended Western Carolina University and was previously employed with Delta Systems and Diebold. He enjoyed golfing, cooking and was an avid fisherman. Pete will be remembered as a person who deeply cared for other people, having a great sense of humor and a commitment to family and friends. Survived by daughter, Alexandra Frances Haggen of Deerfield, Fla.; mother, Donna Wieczorek; sister, Paula Wieczorek Hoogerland and husband, Greg; brother, Luke Wieczorek; niece, Erica Hoogerland; nephews, Zach Hoogerland and Landen Wieczorek; great-aunt, Lily Downing of Fort Myers, Fla.; and a host of cousins in the Rockford area. Prayer service at 2 p.m. Saturday, June 4, at Our Lady of the Most Blessed Sacrament at St. Gabriel Catholic Church, 3016 Providence Road, Charlotte, NC 28211. The family will receive friends from 1 p.m. to time of service; Deacon Mark Diener will officiate. Heritage Funeral Home, Weddington Chapel, is assisting the Wieczorek family. Online memorials may be made to heri |
YALE - Phyllis A. Hood, 75, Yale, died Thursday (June 2, 2011). Arrangements incomplete: Blake-Buchanan Funeral Home, Newton. |
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MARION -- R. Maxine Bradley, 92, passed away at 3:35 a.m. Monday, May 30, 2011, in Parkway Manor., Maxine was born Sept. 11, 1918, in Williamson County, the daughter, of Raymond and Octavia (North) Russell., She married James Bradley on Sept. 13, 1940, in Missouri and together they shared more than 61 years of marriage until his death Dec. 21, 2001., She was a homemaker and a member of Disciples of Christ Christian Church, where she had served as a deacon. Maxine also held a regional office in the church. She was past president of Christian Women's Fellowship and lifetime member of, Auxiliary., Survivors include daughter, Deborah Lattuca and husband, Sam, of Marion; son, Richard Halbin and wife, Donna, of Mount Vernon; four grandchildren; Kathleen Segretario of Niles, Mich., Frederick Halbin and wife, Brenda, of Bluford, Timothy Halbin of Mount Vernon; Angela Carter and husband, Damon, of Marion; granddaughter-in-law, Virginia Halbin; 17 great-grandchildren and seven great-great-grandchildren., She was preceded by her parents; husband, James, and grandson, Jeffrey Halbin., Services will be at 11 a.m. Friday, June 3, in Mitchell-Hughes Funeral Home with the Rev. Bill Rucker officiating. Burial will be in East Lawn Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be from 10 to 11 a.m. Friday at the funeral home., For those who prefer memorials may be made to Hospice of Southern Illinois or Marion Regional Humane Society. Envelopes will be available and accepted at Mitchell-Hughes Funeral Home, 800 N. Market St., Marion, IL 62959., For additional information or to sign the guest memorial register, visit |
Friday, June 3, 2011 2:00 AM |
Magdalena Richter, beloved mother of Astrid (Kevin) McNellis; dear grandmother of Aiden; fond daughter of Mike and the late Aura Isvoranu; sister of Bogdan Isvoranu. ..... |
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Randy Scoggins, 58, husband of Diana, died at 11:40 a.m. Thursday June 2, 2011, at Barnes-Jewish Hospital in St. Louis. Arrangements are pending at Alexander & Gubser Funeral Home in Jerseyville. |
Bergman, Raymond W. Passed away at his residence, Thursday, June 2, 2011. Age 94 years. Survived by his wife of 69 years Leona "Peg" E. Bergman (nee Ahrens). A son Jay D. (Lori) Bergman of Joliet. His sister LeVern (Myron-deceased) Cronholm of Lockport and a sister-in-law Dorothy (Larry-deceased) Nippa of Lockport. His former daughter-in-law Darlene Bergman of Joliet. Ray was born in Chicago on May 25, 1917 to Oscar and Margaret Bergman. He was a licensed professional mechanical engineer retired from Amersham-Cyril. Formerly Ray worked for Johnson and Johnson. Veteran of W.W. II serving with the U.S., as a First Liutenet with the Engineer. Member of the Joliet, #296. Ray enjoyed hunting, fishing and golf. Funeral services will be held from the Carlson-Holmquist-Sayles Funeral Home, 2320 Black Road, on Monday, June 6th at 11:00 A.M. Rev. Karl Hess officiating. Interment Woodlawn Memorial Park. Memorials to St. Peter Lutheran Church or Hospice will be appreciated. Visitation will be held Monday from 9:30 until time of services. |
HERRIN -- Raymond Null, 72, died at 10:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 31, 2011, in Herrin Rehabilitation Center., Graveside services and inurnment will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday, June 8, in Egyptian Memorial Gardens with the Rev. Jim Grant officiating., Crain Pleasant Grove-Murdale Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. |
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DECATUR - The Rev. Dr. Robert Stewart, Carmel, Ind., formerly of Decatur, Navy veteran and minister, died May 26, 2011. Celebration of Life service: 11 a.m. Saturday, Second Presbyterian Church, Indianapolis, Ind. Visitation two hours before services. Memorials: Bob and Doris Religion Scholarship, Millikin University or Rev. Dr. Robert Stewart Endowment for Parish Ministry Students, Louisville Presbyterian Seminary, Louisville, Ky. Send condolences: www. |
Reverend Jerry L. Brothers, 62 Thursday, June 2, 2011 6:19 PM - GateHouse Media, Inc. |
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CRYSTAL LAKE – Richard Louis DuPlain, 74, of Crystal Lake, died Sunday, May 29, 2011, at his home., He was born June 24, 1936, in Oak Park, to Francis L. and Selma (Lake) DuPlain. He married Veronica May Cody on Feb. 1, 1958, at St. Viator Church in Chicago., He was associated with Seaquist Valve (Aptar), Oak Industries, Sage Products and Tyco Health Care. He was happy to belong to Triangle Fraternity. He was an avid runner and cyclist. He loved to travel with his wife, but most of all he enjoyed being with his family and grandchildren. He always will be remembered in the hearts of all who knew him., He is survived by his wife, Verna M.; his children, Suzanne Kueffner of Crystal Lake, Audrey (Gary) Nelsen of Crystal Lake and Elizabeth (Robert) Foydl of Wonder Lake; his grandchildren, Jessica (Sean) Kearney, Zachery DuPlain, Robert Kueffner, Kayleigh Kueffner, Michael Nelsen and Anna Nelsen; and his great-grandchildren, Aidan, Madeline and Nathan Kerney., He was preceded in death by his parents., Friends may meet the family from 9:30 a.m. Saturday, June 4, until the 10:30 a.m. Mass celebration at Church of Holy Apostles, 5211 Bull Valley Road, McHenry. Private interment for the family will be in the church cemetery., Memorials may be made to Hospice of Northeastern Illinois, 405 Lake Zurich Road, Barrington, IL 60010., For information, call Colonial Funeral Home, McHenry, at 815-385-0063. |
CRYSTAL LAKE – Robert "Bob" Ladd, 68, of Crystal Lake, died unexpectedly Friday, May 27, 2011, at his home., He was born Oct. 18, 1942, in Chicago, to John and Helen Ladd., He married Joanna (DeBeer) Ladd on Jan. 27, 1968, in Evanston, at Howe Memorial Chapel on the campus of Northwestern University., He graduated from Oak Park River Forest High School in 1960. He was very involved as a class officer, the golf team and the baseball team, where he pitched a no-hitter. Much to his chagrin, he also was forced to dance the minuet – white wig and all – his senior year., He then went to Northwestern University in Evanston. He was a member of Delta Upsilon Fraternity. He left his senior year and enlisted in the U.S. Army, where he rose to the rank of first lieutenant. He served a year in Vietnam and was there for the Tet Offensive in 1968. Upon the completion of service he re-entered the academic world at Northwestern and received a degree in journalism from the School of Medill in 1965., His business background began in Niles with Victor Golf. He prepared and wrote their merchandise catalogs that went out to golf pros nationwide. He went on to join a leading advertising agency in Chicago, Marsteller Inc. In 1978, he joined the advertising agency his father founded, Ladd/Wells, 30 years before., Moving to Crystal Lake in 1970, he became an involved member of the community. He was a member of First United Methodist Church, served on several committees and ushered. He worked on several District 47 referendums. He served on the NIMC Board and had a membership on the Centegra Foundation Board. He was a centennial member of the Union League Club of Chicago, served on the McHenry County Conservation Board, and was a member of the Crystal Lake Country Club, where he achieved in 1995 every golfer's dream, a hole-in-one. Most importantly, he coached and was active in his children's sports teams., He is survived by his loving wife of 43 years, Joanna; a son, Andrew Ladd of Crystal Lake; and his sisters-in-law, Jeanne DeBeer of Chicago and Vanessa DeBeer of Louisville, Ky. He was a loving uncle to Jeff, Greg and David DeBeer, all of Louisville, Joseph Ladd of San Francisco and Alexandra Ladd-Graeser and Jessica Ladd of New Mexico, Derek Gilmore of Denver and Genevra DeBeer Knight of Chicago. He also is survived by eight great-nieces and great-nephews; and his cousins, Susie Calderwood, Margie Lambert and Bob Lash., In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by an infant daughter; his beloved daughter, Samantha Blair Ladd; his sister, Sandra Ladd Gilmore; and his brothers-in-law, Peter and Paul DeBeer., A memorial service will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, June 11, at First United Methodist Church, 236 W. Crystal Lake Ave., Crystal Lake, 815-459-0785., Memorials in his name may be made to Wounded Warrior Project, Attn: Donor Services, Wounded Warrior Project, 720 AC Skinner Pkwy, Suite 100, Jacksonville, FL 32256-6938; the St. Jude Tribute Program, P.O. Box 1000, Dept. 142, Memphis, TN 38148-0142; or to the Robert V. Ladd family., For information, call Davenport Family Funeral Home at 815-459-3411. For online condolences, visit |
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DANVILLE – Robert James Cunningham Jr., 77, of Danville died at 2:10 p.m. Thursday (June 2, 2011) at home. Funeral arrangements were incomplete at Pape Memorial Home and Cremation Gardens, 10 E. Williams St., Danville. read more |
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ARTHUR – Robert (Bob) Harold Eads, 56, of Arthur passed away at 11:05 p.m. Wednesday (June 1, 2011) at the Decatur Memorial Hospital in Decatur. read more |
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ROBERT CHARLES JOHNSON, 83 ROCKFORD - Robert Charles Johnson, 83, of Rockford passed away Monday, May 30, 2011, in OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center, with his loving family by his side. Born Dec. 25, 1927, in Rockford; the son of John and Mary Johnson. Bob proudly served his country in the, in the Pacific during, and was involved in the Battle of Midway. After returning to Rockford, he married his longtime sweetheart, Willa Jean Anderson, on Valentine's Day 1948. Bob had begun his painting career and soon became one of the hardest working and respected craftsmen in the area. He was a past president of PDCA Painters Local 607 and was part-owner of Adamson Johnson Paint Co., in the early 1970s. Wanting to get back to what he loved best, he and his son, Rich, began the Robert C. Johnson & Son Painting business. Bob was a loyal friend, a mentor and a wonderful family man. He had wonderful working relationships with some of his clients and many became his good friends. In 1974, Bob and Jean purchased a lake home in Lake Mills, Wis., and he loved to be up there working in the yard or just puttering around enjoying life. He was up working in the shed just a week ago. He was known for his zest for life, great stories, and contagious laughter. Bob was a wonderful husband, father and grandfather, and will be missed by all who had the pleasure to know him. He came into this world on Christmas Day and left us on Memorial Day, a day we will always remember. Bob is survived by his loving wife of 63 years, Willa Jean; son, Richard (Carol) Johnson; daughter, Janis Garland of Rockford; grandchildren, Jeff (Maureen) Johnson; Amy (Rick) Durso and Lisa (Philippe) Masseron; great-grandchildren, Jackson, Kaiya and Victoria, all of Rockford; brothers, Paul (Beverly), Donald; sister, Pauline (Ralph) Docker; and numerous nieces. Predeceased by parents; grandson, Gregory; and sister-in-law, Darlene. Thank you to the kind and caring staff at Van Matre Rehab who took such wonderful care of Bob during his numerous stays. Service at 1 p.m. Saturday, June 4, at Olson Funeral & Cremation Services Ltd., Fred C. Olson Chapel, 1001 Second Ave., with visitation from 12 to 12:45 p.m.; the Rev. Dean Parker will officiate. Private family burial. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to the family who will be honoring Bob at Van Matre. To share a memory or condolence, visit |
Abingdon - Robert M. Rush, 96, Abingdon, died at 4:07 p.m. Tuesday, May 31, 2011, at OSF St. Mary Medical Center in Galesburg., He was born Nov. 23, 1914, in Hermon, the son of Otis and Nannie Jane (Baker) Rush. He was preceded in death by his parents; his brother, Marion Roger Rush; and his sister, Mary Alice Anderson., Robert is survived by two nephews, Michael (and Bonnie) Anderson of Abingdon and their children, Michael Anderson (and Ashley Carlson) and Klaire and Haili (and Allen) Hensley and Logan, and Chuck K. Anderson of Davenport, Iowa; and one niece, Susan Rush of Concord, Calif., He lived in the Abingdon area all his life. He graduated from Abingdon High School in 1933. He worked as a chauffeur and was a charter member and historian of the Abingdon Pottery Collectors Club. He had extensively traveled the United States and the Caribbean., Cremation was accorded. The family will receive friends 5 to 7 p.m. Monday, June 6, at Hinchliff-Pearson-West Abingdon Chapel, followed by a celebration of life service led by Mrs. Eleanor Landon., Memorials may be made to the Abingdon Pottery Collectors Club or Abingdon Food Pantry. Online condolences may be made at |
ROBERT DAVID SHERERTZ, 91 ROCKFORD - Robert David Sherertz, 91, of Rockford died at 8:47 p.m. Sunday, May 29, 2011, at SwedishAmerican Hospital. Born Aug. 23, 1919, in Pittsburg, Ill., son of Morton and Ada Hayes Sherertz. Graduated from Pittsburg High School and was a veteran of the U.S., . Married Marjorie Allen on June 6, 1942, in New Milford. He was employed by Mechanics Universal, retiring after 33 years of employment. Robert was a man of firm convictions and was always strong for his family. Survivors include wife, Marjorie; sons, Richard Sherertz and Allen (Angelia) Sherertz; daughters, Nancy Sherertz, Barbara Lynn Sherertz and Brenda Kay Sherertz; grandchildren, Jimmy Bowen, Dylan Nelson, Rebecca Rose, Brandon Rose, Richard David Sherertz, Maritsa Poratte, Stephanie Thrush and Scott and Rachel Sherertz; one great-grandson. Predeceased by his parents; a brother; and two sisters. Service at 11 a.m. Saturday, June 4, at Fitzgerald Funeral Home & Crematory, Mulford Chapel, 1860 S. Mulford Road, with visitation from 10a.m. to time of service; the Rev. Dr. Richard Wang will officiate. Burial in New Milford Cemetery. Express condolences at |
Bisgrove, Robin Renee (Nee Thompson). Age 42. Peacefully, Wednesday June 1, 2011 at her late residence with her family by her side, following a courageous battle with cancer. Born in Joliet and a lifelong Joliet/New Lenox resident. Graduate of Lincolnway Central High School, Class of 1986. Employed as a barber with the Barber's Chair of New Lenox. Robin lit up the room the minute she walked in; she had a unique glow to her. She had a big heart, and loved animals and nature. Robin was an avid music lover. Her beautiful smile will be forever missed. Survived by her two daughters, Whitney and Taylor Bisgrove both of Joliet; her grandson, Isaiah; her mother, Carol Spencer of New Lenox; her sister, Shannon (Michael) Lashmet of Mokena; her niece, Sydney Lashmet; former husband, Jeff Bisgrove of Florida and dear friend, Scott Spisak of Crest Hill. Preceded by her father, Gregory Thompson and her maternal grandparents, Donald and Ella Seitz. As it was Robin's request, cremation rites have been accorded. A Memorial Service will be held on Sunday, June 5, 2011 at 4:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Family will receive friends and relatives on Sunday from 11:00 a.m. until time of services at: FRED C. DAMES FUNERAL HOME 3200 Black at Essington Rds., Joliet For Information (815) 741-5500 |
HIDALGO - Rual Warfel, 104, Hidalgo, died Tuesday (May 31, 2011). Arrangements incomplete: Bishop Funeral Home, Greenup. |
SULLIVAN - Ruth V. Florini, 91, Sullivan, Jibby's Restaurant co-owner, died Saturday (May 28, 2011). Services: 10:30 a.m. Friday, McMullin-Young Funeral Home, Sullivan. Visitation was Thursday. Burial: Greenhill Cemetery, Sullivan. Memorials: SCEF/Jibby and Ruth Florini Scholarship Fund, Sullivan High School. Send condolences: www. |
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Guy J. Sylvester of Chicago. Beloved husband of the late Velma nee Kolar; loving father of Linda Bartlett; fond brother of Virginia Heavey, the ..... |
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WOODSTOCK – Sharon (Size) Schoen, 57, of Woodstock, passed away Tuesday, May 31, 2011, in Woodstock., She was born in Chicago to James and Dolores (DeMilio) Size., She was a kind, generous, strong, passionate, beautiful, loving wife, mother, grandmother, in-law and friend. She will be deeply missed by all., Survivors include her loving husband of 39 years, Louis J. Schoen; her dear children, Frank (Amy) Schoen, Denise (Bryan) Johnson, Dawn (Tim) Nendze, Christine Schoen (Salvador Perez Jr.) and Brian Schoen; her cherished grandchildren, Sabrina (Ricardo) Carlos, Sarah Schoen, Frank Schoen, Jr., Savannah Schoen, Landon Johnson, Hayden Johnson, Joshua Schoen and Breanna Perez; her loving great-grandchildren, Elena and Ricardo Carlos; her mother, Dolores Size; a sister, Gail (John) Santopadre; her brothers, Jimmy (Val) Size and Ricky Size; and many loving nieces, nephews and friends., She was preceded in death by her father, grandparents and in-laws., The visitation will be from 3 to 9 p.m. Friday, June 3, at Davenport Family Funeral Home, 419 E. Terra Cotta Ave. (Route 176), Crystal Lake. Eulogy prayers will be said at 9 a.m. Saturday, June 4, at the funeral home, going in procession to St. Patrick's Church, 3500 W. Washington St, McHenry, for a 10:30 a.m. funeral Mass celebration. Interment will be private., In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Girl Scouts of Northern Illinois (Sybaquay Council),, ; or Children's Memorial Hospital,, For information, call Davenport Family Funeral Home at 815-459-3411. For online condolences, visit |
SHIRLEY C. MANNO, 67 DEDICATED WIFE, MOTHER AND GRANDMOTHER ROCKFORD - Shirley C. Manno, 67, of Rockford lost her battle with cancer at 2:06 p.m. Monday, May 30, 2011, in her home, with loved ones gathered around her. Born Sept. 13, 1943, in Long Beach, Calif., the daughter of Albert and Connie (James) Murphy. Shirley moved to Rockford at the age of 4 and was a graduate of Bishop Muldoon High School. Married her loving husband, Ron Manno, on Feb. 4, 1961. Her life's work consisted of raising a family of four girls and a husband, and she did a fabulous job of it. Shirley was a woman of great principle and dedication to what she believed in. She was a loving, caring person and when anyone she knew hurt; she hurt. She dedicated months to taking care of her grandmother when she was very sick. Wherever Shirley went, the Lord and love was with her. She was a dedicated member of Holy Family Catholic Church and volunteered for many functions at the church. Shirley always felt rich with her belief in the Lord, family, and treasured and enjoyed every friend she had. She took a great deal of pride and joy being born of Irish decent, and her family always took time to have fun with Shirley Murphy, or as Ron liked to call her, "Murph." Survivors include her husband of 50 years, Ron Manno; daughters, Joan M. (fiance, Tom Truax) Bennett, Dawn M. Gille, Lynn M. Manno and Kristine M. (Eric) Sommerfield; grandchildren, Ashleigh Bennett, Amber and Kristine Gille and Kyle Sommerfield; great-granddaughter, Kayleigh Johnson; brother, Richard (Kathy) James; and niece, Jenny James. Predeceased by her parents; and infant son, Michael R. Manno. Memorial Mass at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, June 4, at Holy Family Catholic Church, 4401 Highcrest Road. Inurnment in Calvary Catholic Cemetery, Winnebago. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to an organization that helps women and children. Fitzgerald Funeral Home and Crematory, Mulford Chapel, is assisting the family. Express online condolences at |
SHIRLEY G. STORSVEEN, 76 ROCKFORD - Shirley G. Storsveen, 76, of Rockford died Wednesday, May 25, 2011, in Rockford Memorial Hospital. Born Aug. 14, 1934, in Winona, Minn., the daughter of Phillip and Leora (Perkins) Leighton. Graduated from Houston High School and from nurses training in Minnesota. Formerly employed by Winona General Hospital. Married Leroy Storsveen on March 24, 1956, in Money Creek, Minn., before moving to Rockford in 1967. Employed by VNA as an LPN and formerly was an assistant nurse at Rockford College for 12 years. Member of Third Presbyterian Church. Survivors include husband, Leroy; son, Leighton (Shelly) Storsveen of Onalaska, Wis.; grandson, Erik LaPier; nephew, Brad; and niece, Beth. Predeceased by parents; daughter; and a sister. Memorial service at 4 p.m. Saturday, June 4, at Third Presbyterian Church, 1221 Custer Ave., with visitation from 2 p.m. to service time; the Rev. Murray Hanson will officiate. In lieu of flowers, a memorial will be established. Arrangements by Delehanty Funeral Home Ltd., Loves Park. For more information, visit |
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ST. JOSEPH – Stephen Ray Hartman, 64, of St. Joseph passed away Tuesday (May 31, 2011) at Carle Foundation Hospital, Urbana, of complications following an infection. read more |
Stephen Staley Groves, 74, of State College, Pa., died Sunday (May 29, 2011) while bicycling in the State College area., Born Jan. 18, 1937, in Quincy, he was a son of the late Frank Woodrow Groves and Lillian Bennett Groves. On Feb. 6, 1960, he married Kathy Parker. She survives., and an MBA from the University of Indiana in 1963. Steve served in the U.S. Navy., Steve started with Corning Glass Works in Corning, N.Y., in 1963. After working at many Corning plants throughout the United States and France, he retired from Corning-Asahi in State College in 1998 as the plant manager. He also owned and managed Groves Industries for several years in the 1980s, as well as his own consulting business., Steve was an avid, life-long golfer with a great love for the game. He also loved traveling and cycling, having completed several cross-country bicycle trips. He had a wonderful, dry sense of humor, and loved spending time with his family and seven grandchildren, who loved him dearly., He was a member of the State College Presbyterian Church., He is also survived by three daughters, Laura Groves Bulson and her husband, Kevin, of Charlotte, N.C., Ginger Groves O'Malley and her husband, Jack, of Haddonfield, N.J., and Peggy Groves Knaack and her husband, Joe, of Charlotte, N.C.; seven grandchildren, Katie and Charlie Bulson, Paige, Johnny and Patrick O'Malley, and Audrey and Stephen Knaack; three sisters, Joan Groves of Aurora, Linda Iverson and her husband, Jerry, of Davisburg, Mich., and Penny Reid of Batavia; and a brother, Frank "Chip" Groves and his wife, Pam, of Bend, Ore., SERVICES: 1 p.m. Thursday in the State College Presbyterian Church, 132 W. Beaver Ave., State College, with the Revs. Susan Reisinger and Joel Blunk conducting., VISITIATION: 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday in the Koch Funeral Home, 2401 S. Atherton St., State College, Pa., , or to Autism Speaks, 216 Haddon Ave., Suite 403, Westmont, NJ 08108., ARRANGEMENTS: Koch Funeral Home, State College, Pa. |
MARENGO – Steven "Steve" M. Nevel, 56, of Marengo, passed away Wednesday, June 1, 2011, at his home., He was born Sept. 14, 1954, in Belvidere, to Dale Nevel and Marilyn (Secor) Botterman., He was a lifelong resident of the Huntley and Marengo areas. He graduated from Huntley High School in 1972., He was a well-known Jersey breeder and judge. He enjoyed golfing and riding horses. He especially loved his grandchildren., He is survived by a son, Isaac (Diane) Nevel; his grandchildren, Hudson, Duncan and Taylor; his siblings, Dale Ann (Glen) Borhart and Keith (Alice) Nevel; his stepfather, Ron Botterman; and his aunt, Garnet Anthony., He was preceded in death by his mother., The visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Friday, June 3, at Zion Lutheran Church, 412 Jackson St., Marengo. A service will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Saturday, June 4, at the church. Interment will be private., Memorials may be made to Illinois Jersey Juniors, in care of Darren Ropp, 26773 E. 100 North Road, Strawn, IL 61775., For information, call Marengo-Union Funeral Home at 815-568-8131. Online condolences may be made at |
Steven 'Steve' M. Nevel, 56 MARENGO - Steven "Steve" M. Nevel, 56, of Marengo passed away Wednesday, June 1, 2011, at home. He was born Sept. 14, 1954, in Belvidere to Dale Nevel and Marilyn (Secor) Botterman. He was a lifelong resident of the Huntley and Marengo area. He graduated from Huntley High School in 1972. He was a well-known Jersey breeder and judge. He enjoyed golfing and riding horses. He especially loved his grandchildren. He is survived by son, Isaac (Diane) Nevel; grandchildren, Hudson, Duncan and Taylor; siblings, Dale Ann (Glen) Borhart and Keith (Alice) Nevel; stepfather, Ron Botterman; and aunt, Garnet Anthony. He was preceded in death by his mother. Service at 11 a.m. Saturday, June 4, in Zion Lutheran Church, 412 Jackson St. Visitation from 4 to 8 p.m. Friday, June 3, in the church. Private interment. Memorials may be made to Illinois Jersy Juniors, c/o Darren Ropp, 26773 E. 100 North Road, Strawn, IL 61775. Arrangements by Marengo-Union Funeral Home. Condolences may be made at |
CARY – Terese J. Iverson, nee Plescia, 50, of Cary, passed away peacefully Wednesday, June 1, 2011, surrounded by family and countless friends., She was a wonderful mother who took great pride in her family. She was a warm and generous person who lived life with a positive outlook. She will be remembered for her wit and dry humor and be cherished for her big, bright smile and sparkling eyes., She took great pleasure at being a member of Christ Renews His Parish-Team 15, also known as the "Purple Ladies." She delighted in flowers and surrounded herself and her home with all kinds. She was a gracious host. She enjoyed cooking and baking and was initiator of the Annual New Year's Day Cook-off, which her family thoroughly enjoyed. She loved working at Golden Eagle Community Bank, making countless friends while she was there. She enjoyed attending her sons' sporting events at the Cary Park District, Sts. Peter and Paul and Marian Central Catholic High School., She is survived by her wonderful husband, Emil W. Iverson III; her loving sons, Daniel and Kevin Iverson; her siblings, Roseanne (Philip) Chasin, Peter (Grace) Plescia, Richard Plescia, Michelle (the late David) Gasinski and Antoinette Plescia; and many in-law, nieces, nephews, aunts and cousins., She was preceded in death by her parents, Anthony and Theresa (Capocasa) Plescia., The visitation will be from 4 to 9 p.m. Monday, June 6, at Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church, 410 N. First St., Cary. A Mass will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, June 7, at the church. Interment will be at St. Michael the Archangel Cemetery, 1185 W. Algonquin Road, Palatine., In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Wilmot House Donations, in care of, Community Health Services, 2025 Traverwood Drive, Suite A2, Ann Arbor, MI 48105; or to a trust fund set up for her children, Iverson Memorial College Fund, in care of Golden Eagle Community Bank, P.O. Box 1930, Woodstock, IL 60098., Her family would like to thank all of her friends who provided support, smiles and meals. We will be eternally grateful. We also would like to thank the Hospice teams who took wonderful care of her while at Hospice and Palliative Care of Northeastern Illinois., For information, call Kahle-Moore Funeral Home, Cary, at 847-639-3817 or visit |
THOMAS R. GRAMME, 44 BELVIDERE - Thomas R. Gramme, 44, of Belvidere passed away Saturday, May 28, 2011, after a long illness. Born Feb. 8, 1967, in Aurora. Survivors include wife, Misty (Koepp) Gramme; stepsons, Devin and Cody Koepp; mother, Marita Gramme; mother-in-law, Sandi Lawrence; sisters, Jackie (Mark) Engel and Barbara (Jim) Wojcik; brother, Tony (Corey) Gramme; brothers-in-law, Larry (Sylvia) and Jason Lawrence; nieces, Nikki (Luke) Smith, Toni and Kori Artlip, Alexis, Kandiss, Alyssa and Kaitlin Gramme; great-niece, Isabella Smith; aunts, uncles, other nieces, nephews and cousins. Predeceased by father, George Gramme. He was a loving, funny and courageous man and will be greatly missed. Memorial service at 6 p.m. Sunday, June 5, in Buck-Wheeler-Hyland Funeral Home, 218 W. Hurlbut Ave., with visitation from 5 p.m. to service time. Memorials to the family in his name. To express condolences online, please visit |
Villetta (Allen) Brundage, 97, went to be with her Lord April 25, 2011., She was born in Milledgeville, Ill., to Orville and Clara Allen. The oldest of five children, she graduated from Milledgeville High School as valedictorian and went on to Illinois State Teachers College in DeKalb. Her 26 years of teaching included everything from a one-room school house, a grade school class in LaGrange, high school at Malta, finishing with teaching second grade and then first, at Lee Elementary. She met her husband, Maurice, while teaching in Malta and they enjoyed 53 years together. She loved her churches – both the Brethren Church of Milledgeville and First Congregational Church of Malta, where she taught Sunday school for many years., Villetta lived in El Paso, Texas, since October 2001., She is survived by her daughter, Eleanor (Rob) Phillips; granddaughter, Sine Phillips; her sisters, Helen Kelly and Ann Millhouse; brother, Orville George (Jean) Allen; nieces, Mickey (James) Jewell, JoAnn Shafer, Catherine Kelly, Roseanne Kelly, Blenda (Barry) Williams, Karen (John) Hiscox, Debbie (Greg) Stubbs, Eileen (Dean) Johnson and Nancy Brundage; and nephews, Allen (Jill) Millhouse and Mark (Caralee) Kelly., She was preceded in death by her husband, Maurice, and her sister, Eva Simpson., A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, July 23, at Anderson Funeral Home, DeKalb, with interment at Malta Cemetery., In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to the Villetta (Allen) Brundage 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. |
CRYSTAL LAKE – Virginia Suckow, 89, passed away Thursday, June 2, 2011, at Bickford Assisted Living in Crystal Lake., She was born March 28, 1922, in St. Joseph, Mo., to the late George and Elizabeth (Marqui) Murray., She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 66 years, Paul., Survivors include her daughters, Paula Panek and Judy (Frank) Kapusta; her grandchildren, Deborah Panek, Joseph Panek, Donald Kapusta and Daniel (Mary) Kapusta; her great-grandchildren, Bryan Lamb, Derek and David Panek, Samantha, Nicholas and Brandon Panek, Brody, Max and Maggie Kapusta and JP Perrone; her great-great-granddaughter, Jaidah Lamb; a sister, Bette Ann Cooper; and a brother, Robert (Betty Jo) Murray., The visitation will be from 10 a.m. Monday, June 6, until the 11 a.m. Mass celebration at St. Mary's Church, 10307 Dundee Road, Huntley., Memorials in her name may be made to Alzheimer's Disease Research., For information, call James A. O'Connor Funeral Home, Huntley, at 847-669-5111. |
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Randall P. Wagner, age 68, US Army Veteran. Beloved husband of Suzanne, nee Regan; devoted father of Pamela (Joseph) Abbott and Edward; loving grandfather ..... |
Warren Lee "Bud" Parish, 84, of Sycamore, passed away Friday, May 27, 2011, at Kishwaukee Community Hospital in DeKalb. He was born July 20, 1926, in Big Rock, the son of Russell and Eva (Stolp) Parish., Mr. Parish served his country proudly with the United States Army during, . Bud was united in marriage on April 5, 1946, in Big Rock, to the former Miss Alvina Ruth Keenan and they spent the next 64 happy years together until her passing on June 3, 2010. He was a member of the Immanuel Lutheran Church in Hinckley. Bud worked on several farms in the Big Rock area, and then was employed as a machinist and ended his career as the Big Rock Township Road Commissioner. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother and uncle who will be missed by all that knew him., Bud is survived by his children, Cynthia (Darrel) Evans, Rebecca (Jim) Leeser, Stephen (Patricia) Parish, Rendell Parish, Jill Ihssen, Jacque Brown, Bradley and Brian Parish; 15 grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; his brother, Robert (Sharon) Parish; and several nieces and nephews., He was preceded in death by his parents, Russell and Eva Parish; his wife, Alvina Parish; his grandson, Timothy Evans; and his siblings, Chester, Albert, Fay and Grace Parish Lewis., A funeral service will be held at 4 p.m. Saturday, June 4, at the English Congregational United Church of Christ, 301 Rhodes St., Big Rock, with the Rev. Kenneth Kramer officiating. A luncheon at the church will be served immediately following the funeral service, then entombment will take place at Greenwood Cemetery, Hinckley., Arrangements by Nelson Funeral Home & Crematory., For information, visit, or call 815-286-3247. |
Wayne T. Adams, 52, of Kingston, died Monday, May 30, 2011, at University of Wisconsin Hospital in Madison, Wis. Born March 2, 1959, in Paterson, N.J., the son of Thomas and Patricia (Costanza) Adams, he married Jennie M. McGrath June 4, 2005, in Kingston., Wayne spent his childhood in New Jersey. He was employed by 3M. Wayne enjoyed horseback riding, shooting pool, camping and swimming., He is survived by his wife; stepson, Donald (Victoria) Fear of Fort McMurray, Alberta, Canada; grandchildren, Casandra Bettson and Brendon Fear, and stepgrandson, Nick Fear, all of Canada; his father, John Adams; and several brothers and sisters., He was predeceased by his mother, Patricia., The family extends a special thank you to Dr. Maillefer of DeKalb Clinic and Dr. Aaron Shiels of Rockford Gastroenterology Associates., A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m., Tuesday, June 7, at the Federated Church, 612 W. State St., Sycamore., Memorials can be made to the family for a memorial to be established in his name., Arrangements by Olson Funeral & Cremation Services, Ltd., Cooper-Quiram Chapel, 202 E. Main St, Genoa, IL 60135. To share a memory or to send condolences, visit, or call 815-784-2518. |
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Michael J. WoIski U.S. Army Vietnam Veteran, age 66, longtime resident of Mt. Greenwood neighborhood of Chicago. Beloved husband of Florence (nee Pizzurro); loving ..... |
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Lois A. Watchek, nee Aichele , age 86, of Glen Ellyn, beloved wife of Harry; dearest mother of Harry and Nancy (Tom) Shanahan; dearest grandmother ..... |
DECATUR - Wayne F. Gillespie, 57, Missoula, Mont.,, Navy veteran and Stinson boiler operator, died May 24, 2011. Memorial services: 7 p.m. Friday, Second Church of God. Arrangements by: Whitesitt Funeral Home, Stevensville, Mont. |
ST. ELMO - William O. "Bill" Price, 79, St. Petersburg, Fla.,, veteran and retired Richardson Brothers Greenhouse partner, died May 6, 2011. Memorial services: 1 p.m. Saturday, Kessel Funeral Home, St. Elmo. Visitation: one hour before services. Burial: Maplewood Cemetery, St. Elmo, with military rites. Memorials: St. Elmo American Legion. Send condolences: |
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SULLIVAN - William R. 'Bill' Colclasure, 88, of Sullivan, passed away peacefully in his home at 8:12 p.m. Wednesday (June 1, 2011). Celebration of Life services will be 2:00 p.m. Saturday in the Elim Springs Church of Jesus Christ, Sullivan with Felix Hagerman and Vanessa Patient officiating. Visitation will be from 1:00 p.m.to 2:00 p.m. in the Elim Springs Church of Jesus Christ. Burial will be in the Greenhill Cemetery, Sullivan. Memorials are suggested to the donor's choice. Arrangements by the Reed Funeral Home, Sullivan. Condolences may be sent to the family at reedfuneral, . Bill was born October 2, 1922 in Sullivan, the son of Floyd and Bertha Colclasure. He had been a bricklayer and a building contractor and a member of the Elim Springs Church of Jesus Christ, Sullivan. He married Jean Keen on May 25, 1943 and she preceded him in death on March 19, 2010. Surviving are his daughters; Lyn (Ken) Wiegand of East Peoria, Ann (Mark) Dickens; son, Jeff (Theresa) Colclasure of Sullivan; brother, Les (Bobbie) Colclasure; sisters, Thelma King of Sullivan, Donna (Lozelle) Bunfill of Mt. Sterling, Ellen (Max) Rhoads of Findlay; grandchildren, Amy Davis, Jayson Wiegand, Rebecca Dickens and her husband Kris Shepard, Rachel (Guy) Cravatta, Justin Colclasure, Sarah Colclasure, Taylor Colclasure and five great grandchildren. Bill is also survived by a special niece, Rhonda Harshman. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, five sisters and a brother. At the end of a long and well lived life, Bill was at peace with a calm spirit. He loved his work, family, travel and boating. In his later years he enjoyed riding his motorcycle, in fact, he took his last ride the day before he entered the hospital with his final illness. In his last years you could find him relaxing in his hammock with his dogs, a book, and his memories. Obituary written by family members. Online guest book at |
WILLIE MAE REAL, 86 ROCKFORD - Willie Mae Real, 86, of Rockford departed this earthly life Saturday, May 28, 2011, at Rockford Memorial Hospital, after a long illness. Born Sept. 11, 1924, in Frenchman Bayou, Ark., the daughter of Jack and Addie Barner. Willie Mae lived in Rockford since 1997, coming from Steel, Mo. She married Aaron Cooper Sr.; of this union seven children were born. After his passing she married Alfonzy Real in October 1952; of this union three children were born, and he preceded her in death. Willie Mae was a member of Mount Sinai Baptist Church, serving as a mother. She attended schools in Arkansas. Willie Mae leaves to cherish many loving memories, sons, Deacon, Aaron (Nettie) Cooper and Melvin (Geraldine) Willett; daughters, Earlene Meadows, Irene Wooden, Christine (the Rev. Dan) Smith and Halline Jackson; 28 grandchildren; 79 great-grandchildren; a host of other relatives and friends. Predeceased also by her parents; son, James Cooper; daughters, Joann Real, Lorine and Corine Cooper; and four sisters. Service at noon Friday, June 3, at Mount Sinai Baptist Church, 1901 W. State St., with visitation from 10 a.m. to time of service; Pastor Gerald Lumpkins will officiate. Burial in Willwood Burial Park. Arrangements by Carl E. Ponds Funeral Home, 2429 W. State St. |
Wilma was born Nov. 3, 1934, in Quincy, a daughter of William and Elma Hulse Hibbert. She married Vince Trapini on March 14, 1953, in Gallup, N.M., and he preceded her in death., Wilma was a graduate of Proviso High School in Chicago. She was a production worker at Davis-Cleaver, then Swift Eckrich working for 29 years until her retirement., She was formerly a member of the United Methodist Church in Camp Point and was currently a member of Vermont Street United Methodist Church in Quincy., Wilma really enjoyed playing cards with her family and friends, and spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and visiting with her friends was always a great joy., Survivors include her children, William "Bill" Trapini and his wife, Brenda, of Quincy, Theresa Gebauer and her husband, Ed, of Concorde, N.C., and Cathy A. Stephens and her husband, Matt, of Quincy; five grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; two stepgrandchildren; and four stepgreat-grandchildren., Wilma was preceded in death by her parents, her husband and a great-grandson, Jonathan DeVerger., SERVICES: 11 a.m. Saturday in the Duker and Haugh Funeral Home, conducted by the Rev. Dr. Scott Grulke. Interment will be in Paloma Cemetery near Paloma., VISITATION: 5 to 7 p.m. Friday in the funeral home. |
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Zoe Peplos, 82 ROCKFORD - Zoe Peplos, 82, passed away in her sleep Wednesday, June 1, 2011, at home. Born in Greece on March 15, 1929, and later married James Peplos in Athens. She was a devoted member of Sts. Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Church and a member of the Philoptochos Society. Zoe was a homemaker and real estate broker who, along with her husband, owned and operated James Peplos Realty for many years. He died Oct. 10, 2003. Survivors include children, Olga (Dino) Peplos Analitis, M.D., Peter (Fran) Peplos, Marika (Robert) Panton and Dino (Helen) Peplos; grandchildren, Alexander and Eva Analitis, Jimmy and Georgiann Peplos, Jonathan, James and Zoe Panton, and Jimmy and Billy Peplos; sisters, Pope Kouropoulou and Hariklia Samartzis. Service at 10 a.m. Saturday, June 4, in Sts. Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Church, 108 N. Fifth St., with Father Demetrios Kounavis and Father John Artemes officiating. Visitation from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday, June 3, in Sundberg Funeral Home, with Trisagion service afterward. In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund will be established in her name with the church. Condolences may be left at |
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