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Alan T. Hegwood, 59, Morrison, formerly of Terre Haute, Ind., died May 6, 2011, at Morrison Community Hospital.Services are 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at Bosma-Renkes, Morrison, with 2 p.m. graveside services at Evergreen Memory Gardens, Kewanee. Visitation is 4-7
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Buckner, Alfred L. Born March 15, 1956 in Joliet, IL to the late Rev. Lynn and Savannah Buckner. He peacefully passed away May 2, 2011 at Silver Cross Hospital. He is preceded in death by one sister, Thelma M. Johnson. He leaves to cherish his memories; three nephews, Wonegie, Lewis, and Carl Johnson, all of Joliet, IL; two nieces, Savannah and Angela Johnson, both of Joliet, IL; four great nieces, Antionetta, Latrice, Jasmine Johnson, all of Joliet, IL and Andrea Johnson of Ft. Wayne, IN; three great nephews, Marshawn and KeAndre Johnson, both of Joliet, IL and Terrance Johnson of Tallahassee, FL; two great-great nephews, Jeremiah Wallace and Jaylin Johnson, both of Joliet, IL; one special uncle, Nathaniel Pigee of Cairo, IL. Visitation Monday, May 9, 2011 9:00-11:00 a.m. at the funeral home. Service at 11 am. Interment following at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery. Minor-Morris Funeral Home 112 Richards St. (815) 723-1283 |
Alice A. Heslop, 88 Loving Mom, Grandma, Great-grandma and Great-great-grandma ROCKFORD - Alice A. Heslop, 88, of the rural Rockford-Winnebago area died Friday night, May 6, 2011, in her home, surrounded by her loving family after a short illness. Born March 1, 1923, in Platte, S.D., the daughter of Nicholas and Sophia (Jansen) DeWall. Graduated from Leeds (Iowa) High School in 1941. Alice was married to her high school sweetheart, Merlin W. Heslop, for 68 years. She was a devoted wife and loving mother. Alice worked for J.C. Penney for more than 20 years and was an active member of Evergreen Covenant Church. She loved crocheting and gardening and truly enjoyed all the family gatherings. Alice is lovingly survived by sons, Dewey (Lois) Heslop of Pecatonica, Don Heslop of Lake Summerset, David (Shirley) Heslop of Winnebago and Gary (Diane) Heslop of Rockford; daughters, Cindy (Bob) Hunter of Pecatonica and Karen (Larry) Anderson of Rockford; 20 grandchildren; 39 great-grandchildren; and a great-great-grandson; sister, Mae (Kenneth) Freitag; sister-in-law, Alice Uphouse; and several nieces and cousins. She was predeceased by her parents; husband on Dec. 21, 2007; grandson, Douglas Heslop; guardian great-grandson, David Riffe Jr.; daughter-in-law, Pat Peterson; brothers, Duane, Milton and Vernon DeWall; sisters, Leona and Beatrice DeWall; and nephews, Michael and William Freitag. Alice's family wishes to thank Dr. Susan DeGuide; nurse, Julie; and the staff of VNA for their care and support. A very special thank-you is given to Alice's granddaughters for the gentle and affectionate care provided by them during her final days; Grandma would have been proud. Service at 11 a.m. Tuesday, May 10, in Genandt Funeral Home, 602 N. Elida St., Winnebago, with Pastor James Schwalm of Evergreen Covenant Church officiating. Burial in Twelve Mile Grove Cemetery, Pecatonica. Visitation from 5 to 7 p.m. Monday, May 9, in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, a memorial will be established. To sign the guestbook, give your condolences or light a candle, visit genandtfuneral |
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She was born on March 7, 1941, in the town of Bacoor, Cavite, in the Philippines. She was born to Carlos Espiritu and Narcisa Maggay Espiritu. She was one of six children., As a young woman, Angie was a nanny and lived in Hong Kong and London as well as traveling to various parts of the world. Angie made Macomb her home in 1978 and was married to David Haulk. Later they were divorced. Angie was an employee of McDonough District Hospital for more than 24 years., One brother, Augusto Espiritu, and one sister, Stella Espiritu, of the Philippines survive. She is also survived by a very special niece, with whom she was very close, Raquel Madrelejo, and her family of Jeddah, Saudi Arabia; and many nieces and nephews in various parts of the world., She was preceded in death by two brothers and one sister., SERVICES: 1 p.m. Tuesday in Clugston-Tibbitts Funeral Home, Macomb, with Monsignor Richard Pricco conducting. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery, Macomb., VISITATION: One hour prior to services in the funeral home., MEMORIALS: May be made in Angie's name to the McDonough County Animal Shelter or McDonough District Hospital., ARRANGMENTS: Clugston-Tibbitts Funeral Home, Macomb. |
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LeROY — Ann E. Gulley, 87, of Decatur, formerly of LeRoy, passed away Sunday (May 8, 2011) at Lincoln Manor nursing home in Decatur. |
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DWIGHT — Ann Koedyker, 98, of Dwight died at 5:45 a.m. Saturday (May 7, 2011) at Heritage Manor, Dwight, where she had been a resident. |
Anne C. Fairchild, 90 ROCKFORD - Anne C. Fairchild, 90, of Rockford died at 2:29 p.m. Friday, May 6, 2011, in Provena St. Anne Center. Born June 12, 1920, in Chicago, the daughter of Michael Charles and Anna Voss Zimmer. Graduated sixth in her class in 1942 from, , where she was a member of Phi Beta Kappa and Chi Omega sorority. Married James Fairchild on Feb. 13, 1943, in Chicago; he predeceased her. She married Lt. Col. Edwin A. Lutz on May 18, 1996, in Rockford. She was a member of Cathedral of St. Peter and had served as the vice president of Catholic Women's League. She began her career in research and development for AB Dick Co. She spent time raising her children and then returned to her profession as the personnel manager of Clifford Berg and Associates. She retired in 1976 after devoting 12 years as the executive director of the Rock River Valley Council of Girl Scouts. Anne was a Brownie and Cadet Scout leader, member of the Winnebago County Garden Club and was on the board of directors of OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center's Auxiliary. She was a member of the Pink Ball committee and served as its treasurer. She was also a member of the Newcomers Club and was president of the Jessie I. Spafford department of the Rockford Woman's Club. She served as president of St. Bridget Church Mother's Club and was on the board of Cathedral of St. Peter Home and School Association. She was also a member of the Personnel Club of Rockford and was president for several terms of Quota International Club of Rockford as well as being treasurer of the board of directors of NIAAA. Survivors include her husband, Lt. Col. Edwin Lutz; children, Patricia Anne Evan, Michael James (Joan) Fairchild, Steven William (Sally) Fairchild and Mark Joseph (Margaret) Fairchild; grandchildren, Mary Anne Evan, Joan Marie Evan, Kelly Fairchild and Caroline Fairchild; and her sister, Eleanor "Kay" Kate. Predeceased by her parents; infant daughter, Veronica Martha; brothers, Charles and Edward Zimmer; and son-in-law, John M. Evan. Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. Tuesday, May 10, in Cathedral of St. Peter, with visitation from 10 to 10:45 a.m. The Rev. Joseph Naill will officiate. Burial in Arlington Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, May 9, in Fitzgerald Funeral Home & Crematory, Mulford Chapel, 1860 S. Mulford Road., with a Christian wake at 7:30 p.m. Memorials may be made to Quota International (for scholarship funds), 1420 21st St. N.W., Washington, D.C. 20036; or Girl Scouts of Northern Illinois, Rock River Valley Council, 2101 Auburn St., Rockford, IL 61103. Express condolences and share memories online at |
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LINCOLN — Arnold William Haak, 89, of Lincoln passed away Tuesday (May 3, 2011) at Blessing Hospital, Quincy. He had been residing at the Quincy Illinois Veterans' Home. |
LINCOLN - Arnold William Haak, 89, Lincoln,, Army and, National Guard veteran and retired from Consolidated Freightways, died Tuesday (May 3, 2011). Services: 10:30 a.m. Monday, Fricke-Calvert-Schrader Funeral Home, Lincoln. Visitation was Sunday. Burial: Zion Cemetery, Lincoln, with military rites. Memorials: Illinois AMVETS Service Foundation. |
Rheingans, Arthur W. Age 89, beloved husband of Fannie nee Spata, loving father of Arthur F. (Maryann), Anthony and Diane, dear grandpa of Arthur, Alex (Madonna), and Edward R., greatgrandpa of Elena, Katrina and Allan, beloved son of the late Arthur And Amelia Rheingans, fond brother of the late Fred Uncle of many nieces and nephews. Funeral Service Tuesday May 10, 11:00 am at Drake & Son Funeral Home 5303 N. Western Ave. Chicago interment St. Joseph Cemetery Visitation Monday from 4:00 pm until 9: 00 pm info 773-561-6874. |
Barbara Jean (Mitchell) Hutchins, 89 of Sycamore died Friday, May 6, 2011 at the DeKalb County Rehab and Nursing Center., She was born Jan. 18, 1922 in Sycamore, the daughter of Rueben and Clara (Hawkinson) Nelson. She married Harry "Hap" Mitchell on March 5, 1943 in Kingsville, Texas, while he was serving in the U.S. Navy. He died on March 4, 1995 after a wonderful 52 years together. She later married Earl Hutchins on Nov. 29, 1997, who preceded her in death on April 24, 2002., Barbara was a graduate of the Sycamore High School, Class of 1940. She worked as a secretary for Anaconda Wire and Cable Co. in Sycamore for many years., Barbara is survived by two children, Stephen (Carol) Mitchell of Sycamore and Cathy Olds of Rockford; 6 grandchildren, Stephanie (Tim) Honkamp, Michael (Jodee) Olds and Jessica (Morgan) Teske, all of Rockford, Stephen (Lisha) Mitchell of Plainfield, Ind., Simon (Christy) Mitchell of Mooresville, Ind., and Zachary Mitchell of Denver, Colo., 13 great grandchildren; one brother, Stuart (Joyce) Nelson of Ga., and several nieces and nephews., She was preceded in death by her two husbands and one sister, Janet McIntyre., A private funeral service will be on Friday, May 13 at the local family owned and operated, Butala Funeral Home and Crematory in Sycamore., urial will be at Elmwood Cemetery., Visitation will be Thursday, May 12 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at the Butala Funeral Home and Crematory ., Memorials can be made to the Country View Square (Alzheimer's Unit) at the DeKalb Co. Rehab and Nursing Center (DCRNC) in care of the Butala Funeral Home and Crematory, 1405 DeKalb Ave., Sycamore, IL. 60178., For information, visit, or call 815-895-2833. |
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MATTOON - Betty J. Wheeler, 89, Mattoon, died Thursday (May 5, 2011). Services: 1 p.m. Tuesday, Zion Hill United Methodist Church, Mattoon. Visitation: 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, Schilling Funeral Home, Mattoon. Burial: Zion Hill Cemetery, Mattoon. Memorials: Camp New Hope or donor's choice. |
ST. ELMO - Betty Jane Powers, 75, St. Elmo, homemaker, died Friday (May 6, 2011). Services: noon Tuesday, Kessel Funeral Home, St. Elmo. Visitation: two hours before services. Burial: Maplewood Cemetery, St. Elmo. Memorials: to the family or, . Send condolences: |
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LURAY, Mo. -- Beverly Ann Krouse, 62, of Luray, died May 8, 2011, in Scotland County Hospital, Memphis. The Payne Funeral Chapel, Memphis, is handling arrangements. |
Bill was born Dec. 10, 1939, the son of Albert M. and Gladys P. Martin Bowen. He was married to Dee Joiner in Quincy. He later married Connie Churchill in Tacoma on July 27, 1991., Bill was a 1958 Quincy High School graduate., Bill is survived by his wife, Connie; three sons, Bret, Derrick and Jared Bowen; a stepson, Darin Churchill; a stepdaughter, Darla Hoffman, all of the Tacoma area; two sisters, Betty J. Frazier of Ursa and Glenna (Richard) Henderson of Plainville; two brothers, Harold (Diana) Bowen and Richard (Cathy) Bowen of Quincy; and several grandchildren and nieces and nephews., He was preceded in death by his parents; four brothers, Marion J., Kenneth E., Howard and Michael K. Bowen; and one sister, Alberta R. Butler., SERVICES: Cremation rite were accorded. Services will be held at a later date in Tacoma. |
HILLSBORO - Billy E. Fath, 80, Hillsboro, former Caterpillar Inc. employee, died Saturday (May 7, 2011). Services: 10 a.m. Tuesday, Hough & Sons Funeral Home, Hillsboro. Visitation: 5 to 7 p.m. Monday. Burial: Oak Grove Cemetery, Hillsboro. Memorials: Hillsboro High School athletics or MCCA. Send condolences: |
GALESBURG - Bonnie J. Hilton, 60, Galesburg, died at 4:45 p.m. Saturday (May 7, 2011) at OSF St. Mary Medical Center., Graveside service will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday in Bushnell Cemetery. No visitation is planned. Martin-Hollis Funeral Home, Bushnell, is in charge of arrangements. |
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. |
Carol Ginn, 69 ROCKFORD - Carol Ginn, 69, died Wednesday, May 4, 2011, in her residence. Born April 9, 1942, to Mr. and Mrs. Vaher in Detroit. Married Rodger Ginn on Feb. 1, 1992, in Las Vegas. Carol owned and operated Carol's Cleaning Services for many years. Carol was an auxiliary member of the Rockford Navy Club Ship One. She enjoyed gardening and her flowers. Survived by husband, Rodger; sons, Todd and Randy Rehberg; adopted stepdaughter, Shawna (Hyung) Lim; brother, Bob (Judy) Mantta; sister, Judy (Larry) Lynch; several grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Preceded by parents; son, Jason Rehberg; and brother. A special thank you to her best friend, Helena De Bo. Service at 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 11, at Honquest Family Funeral Home with Crematory, Rockford Chapel, 4311 N. Mulford Road, with visitation from 5 p.m. to service time. The Rev. Dr. Ron Myer will officiate. In lieu of flowers, donations would be appreciated to the Navy Club of Rockford parking lot fund. Express condolences and share memories online at |
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DANVILLE – Carole Johnson, 78, of Danville died at 4:10 p.m. Wednesday (May 4, 2011) at Provena United Samaritans Medical Center, Danville. read more |
HANNIBAL, Mo. -- Carolyn Fisher Bastian, 78, of Hannibal, died May 7, 2011, in Hannibal Regional Hospital. Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday in the First Presbyterian Church, Hannibal. Burial will be in Mount Olivet Cemetery. Visitation will be 5-7 p.m. Tuesday in the Smith Funeral Home and Chapel, Hannibal. |
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Charles F. "Chuck" Hovey Jr., 62, of Davenport, passed away Sunday, May 8, 2011, at his residence after a courageous battle with ALS. Arrangements are pending at Halligan-McCabe-DeVries Funeral Home, Davenport. |
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Charles Paul Anderson, 90, of East Moline, passed away quietly Sunday, May 8, 2011, at Hope Creek Care Center, East Moline, from complications of Alzheimer's disease.Graveside services are 11 a.m. on Thursday at Greenview Memorial Gardens, East Moline,
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CHARLES 'BUD' ROBERT RANDLES, 76 DAVIS - Charles "Bud" Robert Randles, 76, of Davis died at 9 p.m. Thursday, May 5, 2011, at home after a short illness. Born Oct. 13, 1934, in Brodhead, Wis., the son of Helen (Drevdahl) Randles. Lived for the past 20 years in Lake Summerset, moving there from Rockford. Bud attended high school in Beloit, Wis., and received his GED in Rockford. He married the former Leona Kincannon on April 17, 1954, in Cherry Valley. She was the love of his life, and throughout their 57 years of marriage they grew in their love for each other and for the Lord. He was employed as a technical auditor by National Lock, Sterling Cutter Tools, Rockwell and Textron for a combined 50 years. Bud was a member of Elim Baptist Church in Rockford for 30 years and a member of Faith Community Church for the past 20 years. Bud's life was centered around his love of his heavenly Father, his family and friends. He enjoyed being with youth and for many years was an AWANA leader in church and coached fast-pitch softball for youth. Friends of his children were treated as part of his family, sometimes even living with them. He often was sought out for fatherly advice. Survivors include wife, Leona Randles; daughter, Gwendolyn Watkins of Oak Park; sons, Gary (Kim) Randles of Rockford and Greg (Donna) Randles of Riverview, Fla.; daughter, Glenda Millington of Las Vegas; grandchildren, Christine, Patrick (Meredith) and Kathryn Watkins, Charles, Stephanie and Lindsay Randles, Melissa Middleton, Shawn Maldonado, Kelly (Matt) Grisham, Ashley Grayless, Cortney Grayless and Melissa Millington; great-grandchildren, Reaghan and William Watkins, Aniston Middleton, Dominic Maldonado, Ashlyn and Kennedy Grisham; sister, Lillian Luchsinger of Janesville, Wis.; and many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents and sons-in-law, William Watkins and Gary Millington. Funeral at 10 a.m. Friday, May 13, in Faith Community Church, 212 W. McKimmy St., with Pastor Bob Kolb officiating. Burial in Davis Cemetery. Visitation from 4 to 7 p.m. Thursday, May 12, in the church. Memorials may be made to Faith Community Church, 212 W. McKimmy St., Davis, IL 61019; or Rockford Rescue Mission, 715 W. State St., Rockford, IL 61102. McCorkle Funeral Home, 101 Main St., Durand, assisted the family with arrangements. To send condolences online, visit |
Charles 'Bud' Skare, 84 ROCKFORD - Charles "Bud" Skare, 84, died at 9:15 p.m. Thursday, May 5, 2011, in his home. Born Feb. 11, 1927, in Rockford, the son of Charles and Marie (Sahn) Skare. Married to Blenda Hoge in Rockford in 1948; she died Dec. 31, 1998. Employed as a, by the city of Rockford for 28 years, retiring as a lieutenant. He was also a bricklayer for 33 years. Bud was a U.S., veteran of, serving in Europe. Member of YMCA Men's Club and a volunteer at Midway Village. Survivor include daughter, Diane (Gary) MacGregor; son, Tom Skare; grandchildren, Ryan and Rory MacGregor; sister, Jean Winquist; and nephews and nieces. Predeceased by sister, Lavern Cleveland. The family would like to thank Bickford House and Heartland Hospice for their care and support. Service at 11 a.m. Tuesday, May 10, in Sundberg Funeral Home Ltd., 215 N. Sixth St., with visitation one hour before service time. Chaplain Pam Lojewski of Heartland Hospice will officiate. Burial in Arlington Memorial Park. Memorials to, . Condolences may be made at |
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HENRY — Chastity K. "Chaz" Cheney-Hickey, 36, of Henry, died at 3:35 p.m. Monday, May 2, at OSF St. Francis Medical Center, Peoria. Chastity was born Jan. 23, 1975, in Peoria, to Russell and Evonnie (Crose) Cheney. |
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Clayton J. "Mike" Thornton, 73, of Moline, died Sunday, May 8, 2011, at his home.Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at St. Maria Goretti Catholic Church, Coal Valley. Entombment will be at Calvary Mausoleum, Rock Island. Visitation will be
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Clifton E. Hammons, 64 LOVES PARK - Clifton E. Hammons, 64, of Loves Park died suddenly after a tragic car accident May 3, 2011. Born Aug. 6, 1946, in Detroit, the son of Nick and Marcia (O'Farrell) Hammons. Cliff worked as a counselor for Sunset Funeral Home & Memorial Gardens for 15 years. In his younger years, Cliff enjoyed riding motorcycles. He was the curator at Ripley's Museum in Chicago, and he was the former president of the Chamber of Commerce in Chicago. In his later years, he enjoyed playing on his computer, and he was known as Father Flannigan of Loves Park. Survived by his son, Tom Hammons; granddaughter, Kylie; father, Nick Hammons; three sisters; and many friends of Loves Park. Predeceased by his mother, Marcia Howat. Memorial gathering from 2 to 3 p.m. Wednesday, May 11, in Sunset Funeral Home, 8800 N. Alpine Road, Machesney Park. Inurnment in Sunset Memorial Gardens. Cremation rites have been accorded. Send tributes to the family at |
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Constance Catherine (Schauerte) Moore, 83, died Sunday, May 8, 2011. Visitation: 4 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, May 11, at Weber & Rodney Funeral Home in Edwardsville. Services: 10 a.m. Thursday, May 12, at St. Mary's Catholic Church. Burial: Valley View... |
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CARMI - Retired Illinois State, Lt. Dale Masser, 77, passed away at 3:39 p.m. Saturday, May 7, 2011, in Deaconess Hospital in Evansville, Ind., Dale was born July 2, 1933, in White County, the son of Lewis and Lura (Newcomb) Masser., He married Joyce Leah Barr on May 6, 1954., Dale retired in 1983 from the Illinois State Police, Department of Professional Standards. He had also served in District 12 and 13. He served in the Illinois National Guard in Korea and was a member of First Christian Church in Carmi., In his retirement years, Dale enjoyed woodworking, gardening and traveling., Dale is survived by the love of his life, Joyce, of 57 years; two daughters and sons-in-law, Leah and Mark Koester of Teutopolis and Joni and Don Gulley of Hays, Kan.; a son and daughter-in-law, Bruce and Colleen Masser of Carmi; two sisters and a brother-in-law, Peggy Barr of Cambridge, Ohio, and Pamela and Thomas Woelfel of Centralia; a brother and sister-in-law, Kenneth and Shirley Masser of Prescott, Ariz.; five granddaughters, Jennifer (David) Johnson, Amy Koester, Keri Koester, Megan Gulley and Kaitlin Gulley; and three great-grandchildren, Cameron, Gracelyn and Emma Rose., He was preceded in death by a brother-in-law, Paul Barr., Services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday, May 12, 2011, in First Christian Church in Carmi. Burial will be in Herald Cemetery near Carmi. Visitation will be from 3 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, May 11, 2011, at Campbell Funeral Home in Carmi and 10 to 11 a.m. Thursday at the church., Memorial contributions may be made in Dale's memory to the Youth for Christ Summer Camp Fund or Bob Thomas Missions in Ghana and will be accepted at the funeral home., For more information, visit |
SHELBYVILLE -Dean Norris, 87, Shelbyville, died Sunday (May 8, 2011). Arrangements incomplete: Lockart-Green Funeral Home, Shelbyville. |
MOUNT VERNON - DiAnne McLean, 58, died at 9:06 a.m. Saturday, May 7, 2011, in St. Mary Good Samaritan Hospital in Mount Vernon., Services will be at 10 a.m. Thursday in Hughey Funeral Home in Mount Vernon, with Mr. Marty Mills officiating. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery in Mount Vernon. Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home., Memorials may be made to Central Christian Church in Mount Vernon. |
SESSER - Diana Wilma Robinson, 70, died at 5:45 p.m. Saturday, May 7, 2011, at home., Services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, May 11, 2011, in Brayfield-Gilbert Funeral Home in Sesser, with the Rev. Julie Smith officiating. Burial will be in Maple Hill Cemetery in Sesser. Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, May 10, 2011, at the funeral home., Mrs. Robinson was a homemaker and a member of United Methodist Church of Sesser., She was born March 27, 1941, in Philadelphia to William and Freda (Shawlot) Eady., She married Joe Robinson on July 20, 1975, and he survives in Sesser., Other survivors include her children, Bruce Jennings of San Diego, Thomas Jennings of Opelika, Ala., Tammy Rait of Merritt Island, Fla., and Hona Lee Jennings of Hampton, Va.; grandchildren, Matthew Gardner, Ray Morgan and Marie and Roger Clark; brother, Richard Eady; and sister, Deloris Gobel., She was preceded in death by her parents; and grandson, Dale Baker., For more information, visit |
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MARION - Donald Halbert, 72, died at 6:05 p.m. Saturday, May 7, 2011, at his residence., Arrangements are incomplete at Blue Funeral Home in Marion. |
DECATUR - Donald L. Johnson of Harlingen, Texas, formerly of Decatur, passed away May 3, 2011 at the age of 90. He was born February 4, 1921 in Witt, Illinois. Don moved from Chicago to Decatur, Illinois in 1946. He retired from Borg Warner after 32 years in 1983 and moved to Harlingen, Texas. He served during, with the Navy in the South Pacific. Preceded in death by his wife, Thelma Johnson, and sons Marlin Johnson and Wesley Johnson. Survived by daughters Joanne Eppers and Alesia Bellak, and step-sons Gary Wagner and Thomas Wagner. Services will be held in the chapel at Graceland/Fairlawn 1:00 pm, Sunday May 15, 2011. Obituary written by family members. Online guest book at |
Donald L. "Don" Towne, 87, of Ottawa died May 6, 2011, in Ottawa Pavilion. |
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Donald E. Oulson, 61, passed away at 8:55 p.m. on Thursday, May 5, 2011, at John Cochran Veteran Hospital in St. Louis. He was born in Alton on June 25, 1949, the son of the late Kenneth and Lucille (Wenzel) Oulson. Don served his country in the... |
STRONGHURST - Donald R. Annegers, 87, Stronghurst, died at 6:50 p.m. Saturday (May 7, 2011) at Oak Lane Nursing & Rehab Center., Cremation was accorded. Service will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at Stronghurst United Presbyterian Church. No visitation is planned. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Stronghurst Ambulance Service and Oak Lane Nursing & Rehab. |
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TUSCOLA - Dora May Thomas, 93, of Tuscola, IL, passed away at 4:40 a.m., Sunday, May 8, 2011 at the Carle Foundation Hospital, Urbana, IL. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm, Wednesday, May 11, 2011 at the Hilligoss Shrader Funeral Home, 705 South Main Street, Tuscola, IL with Rev. Patty Johansen officiating. Visitation will be held from 5:30 pm until 7:30 pm on Tuesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in the Tuscola Township Cemetery, Tuscola, IL. Mrs. Thomas was born on December 30, 1917 in Pontiac, IL, the daughter of Scott and Daisy Brittain Combs. She is survived by her husband of 55 years, Ray D. Thomas. They met in Springfield, IL and were married on August 28, 1956 in Tuscola. Other survivors include her son Ronald L. Gillette and his wife Carol of Oswego, IL; daughters Karen E. Reed of Tuscola and Jill Susan Thomas of Denver, CO; brother Lloyd Combs and his wife Aldene of Bloomington, IL; sister Catherine Hoke of Champaign, IL; 10 grandchildren, 27 great-grandchildren and 13 great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, daughter Sandra Ladd, grandson Michael Ladd, 2 brothers, Bruce Combs and Ira Combs; 3 sisters, Ruth Erny, Angeline Schoan and Lydia Stahler; and a half-sister Ruby Bridenbaugh. She was also beloved by her extended family, which included many devoted nieces and nephews. Dora lived many years in Springfield, IL, where she and Ray raised their family. She was employed by the Secretary of State's office. Those who knew Dora found her to be a devoted fan of the Chicago Cubs. She always believed that "this will be the season." She is still waiting (but she loved them anyway). When not glued to a Cub's game, Dora ran a welcoming household where friends and family could always find a warm hug, laughter around the kitchen table, and an outstanding piece of pie. Online condolences to the family may be sent to, . Obituary written by family member. Online guest book at |
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TUSCOLA – Dora May Thomas, 93, of Tuscola passed away at 4:40 a.m. Sunday (May 8, 2011) at Carle Foundation Hospital, Urbana. read more |
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STREATOR — Dorothy L. Kashak, 77, of Streator died at 2:20 p.m. Saturday (May 7, 2011) at St. Mary's Hospital, Streator. |
McHENRY – Dorothy T. Ryan, 95, of McHenry, died Saturday, May 7, 2011, at her home surrounded by her family., She was born April 28, 1916, in Chicago, to John and Margaret (Healy) Driscoll., A resident of McHenry since 1980, she formerly lived in Forest Park and Cicero and was employed as a secretary by Loyola University of Chicago for more than 10 years., She was a member of St. Patrick Catholic Church in McHenry and a member of St. Patrick's Ladies Guild. She participated in Caring Friends at Alden Terrace of McHenry. She enjoyed traveling the world, and she was a loving grandmother and great-grandmother., She is survived by her 11 children, Daniel (Mary Jo) Ryan of Wauconda, Raymond (Leslie) Ryan of Rolling Meadows, John (Noreen) Ryan of Prospect Heights, James (Mary) Ryan of Chicago, Mary Ellen Feeney of Casper, Wyo., Thomas (Kathi) Ryan of Roselle, Lawrence (Betty) Ryan of Addison, Vincent (Mary Ann) Ryan of Robinson, Rosemary (Ralph) Karner of McHenry, Margaret Hagerty of McHenry and Norine (Gary) Polidori of McHenry; 35 grandchildren; and 33 great-grandchildren., She was preceded in death by her husband, Cornelius V. Ryan on May 28, 1984; and a sister, Margaret (Al) Pellicore., The visitation will be from 3 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, May 10, at Justen Funeral Home & Crematory, 3700 W. Charles J. Miller Road, McHenry. The visitation will continue from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, May 11, at the funeral home, before leaving for the 10 a.m. funeral Mass celebration at St. Patrick Catholic Church, 3500 W. Washington St., McHenry. Interment will be in Queen of Heaven Cemetery, Hillside., Memorials may be made to Catholic Guild for the Blind, c/o Director of Development, 180 N. Michigan Ave., Suite 1700, Chicago, IL 60601., For information, call the funeral home at 815-385-2400. Friends may send the family an online condolence at |
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Dr. John W. Ubben, 90, formerly of Staunton, died at 12:13 a.m. Saturday, May 7, 2011, at Lake Regional Hospital in Osage Beach. Memorial service to be at later date. Burial: private, Memorial Park Cemetery, Staunton. Williamson F.H., Staunton, is in... |
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Mr. Eulas G. Conner, 83, of Bowling Green, Ky., died Friday, May 6, 2011, at Greenwood Nursing and Rehabilitation Center., Mr. Conner was born May 17, 1927, the son of the late Estell Conner and Jessie Hardcastle Conner. He was preceded in death by his wife, Maxine Conner, and two sisters Gwendoline Conner and Leatrice Scott., Mr. Conner retired from GTE Automatic Electric in 1982. He was a member of Bethany Baptist Church and the Genoa Veterans Home., Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Monday, May 9, at Johnson-Vaughn-Phelps Funeral Home with burial in Bowling Green Gardens. Visitation will be from 1-8 p.m. Sunday, May 8, at Johnson-Vaughn-Phelps Funeral Home., Survivors include son Gilbert Conner (Cathy) of Bowling Green, and two daughters Kathy Simmons (Dewey) of Bowling Green, and Debra Graham (Tim) of Strongsville, Ohio; six grandchildren; six great grandchildren; one brother Carlton Conner of Alvaton and one sister Thelma Willoughby of Bowling Green., Online condolences can be made at, and expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to Hosparus, 101 Riverwood Ave., Suite B, Bowling Green KY 42103 or |
BARRY, Ill. -- Edna Constable, 95, of Barry, died May 8, 2011 in Barry Community Center. The Kirgan Funeral Home, Barry, is handling arrangements. |
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Edward Walker Keller, 93, died at 4 a.m. Monday, May 9, 2011, at Eunice C. Smith Nursing Home in Alton. Born July 16, 1917, in Elsah, he was the son of Lawrence and Emily (Walker) Keller. Mr. Keller served in the U.S. Army in America and Europe... |
HAMMOND - Edwin E. Huffington, 87, Hammond, farmer, died Thursday (May 5, 2011). Services: 10 a.m. Monday, Brintlinger and Earl Funeral Home, Cerro Gordo. Visitation was Sunday. Burial: Cerro Gordo Cemetery. Memorials: Cerro Gordo Ambulance Service. Send condolences: |
Eileen M. Phillips Bracke, 89 ROCKFORD - Eileen M. Phillips Bracke, 89, died Friday, May 6, 2011, in her home, surrounded by her family. Born Eileen Splinter on July 15, 1921, in Galena to Theodore John and Nora Anne (Meyer) Splinter. Attended Bishop Muldoon High School and lived most of her life in Rockford. Married Joseph T. Phillips at St. Patrick Church; he died July 18, 1963. Eileen then married Henry A. Bracke at St. Patrick Church; he died Jan. 9, 1987. Employed by Kroger Co. as a bookkeeper, retiring in 1964. Member of St. Patrick Catholic Church for many years and current member of Holy Family Catholic Church. Worked as a volunteer at the Clothes Closet and enjoyed being a member of the Silver Shamrocks at St. Patrick Church. Member of the Ladies Auxiliary Knights of Columbus. Survivors include daughter, Judy (Tom) Johnson of Rockford; stepdaughter, Patricia Bracke of Rockford; stepson, John (Dona) Bracke of Fort Worth, Texas; grandson, Thomas (Marcia) Johnson of Indianapolis who is currently serving with the U.S. Army in Afghanistan; granddaughters, Kathleen (Daren) Easton of Rockford; Maryanne (Thomas) Heiser of Lawrenceville, Ga., and Maureen (Jeff) Johnson of Rockford; stepgrandchildren, Erin (Cody) Rogers of South Africa and Megan (TJ) Goodell of South Carolina; special GG (great-grandmother) to Benjamin (Megan), Katie and Kasey Easton, Patrick and Michael Heiser, Sean and Samuel Johnson, Victoria Anne Johnson, Faith and Jack Rogers, and Trenton and Zoe Goodell; and great-great-grandmother to Teryn Easton. Also survived by sister, Virginia Spoden of Loves Park; and a host of nieces and nephews, whom she treasured. Predeceased by parents; husbands, Joseph Phillips and Henry Bracke; brother, Joseph Splinter; sister, Juanita Finley; nephew, William R. Finley; and niece, Pamela L. Spoden. Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. Wednesday, May 11, in Holy Family Catholic Church, 4401 Highcrest Road, with visitation from 9 to 9:45 a.m.; Father David Beauvais will officiate. Visitation from 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 10, in Fitzgerald Funeral Home & Crematory, Mulford Chapel, 1860 S. Mulford Road, with rosary at 7 p.m. Interment in Calvary Catholic Cemetery. Memorials to Holy Family Catholic Church, Poor Clares Corpus Christi Monastery or OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center. Extend condolences online |
CHATHAM - Eileen S. Workman, 87, of Chatham, went to be with the Lord, Saturday, May 7, 2011 at St. John's Hospice. She was born in Chatham, on August 20, 1923 to James Joseph and Velma Marie Otti Shields who preceded her in death as did her sisters Alberta Baumhardt and Roberta Workman. Eileen married Junior LaVern Workman on July 2, 1962 in Clinton. She worked for the FBI as an executive secretary and retired from the State of Illinois Local Governmental Police Officers' Training Board. Mrs. Workman was very involved with Chatham United Methodist Church and the Auburn Christian Church as a choir director, soloist, and Sunday School teacher. Eileen was a very accomplished musician and studied music in her youth. She was a faith filled woman, leading her nieces and nephews to the Lord and stepped up to fill in as Mother, when her nieces' and nephews' mother died. As part of her faith ministry, she was an Auxiliary Member of the Gideon's Bible Association and involved with many charitable associations such as the American Center for Law and Justice, Billy Graham Organization, 700 Club and others. She is survived by her husband, Junior LaVern Workman, brother- in- law Gary (Barbara) Workman of Borup, MN; sister-in-laws Mary Workman, Moorhead, MN, Pauline Workman, of Marrowbone, KY, Edith Baumhardt of Springfield, IL, several nieces and nephews that were like her children, Eugene Workman, Glenda Hogenson, Ronnie and Larry Workman, Margot Steinhart, Sherry Tallon, Rowena Neumann, Pamela Patton, Paula Kopp, Allyn and Debra Workman, James, Ronald and Donald Baumhardt, Kathie Blakeman, Deborah Richards, many great nieces and nephews and cousins. Visitation: Her family will greet friends from 4-8pm, Tuesday, May 10th, at Staab Polk Memorial Home 8855 State Route 4, Chatham. Funeral: 9:30 am, Wednesday, May 11th, at Chatham United Methodist Church with Reverend Sara Isbell and Reverend Richard Baynes of Ohio. Memorials: Chatham United Methodist Church, 104 West Chestnut, Chatham, IL, 62629; Auburn Christian Church, 118 Apache Road, Auburn, IL 62615; or The Gideon's International, PO Box 812, Springfield, IL 62705. Obituary written by family members. Online guest book at |
OLNEY - Elbert L. Urfer, 91, of Olney, formerly of Decatur, died 1:50 a.m. Saturday (May 7, 2011) in Burgin Manor, Olney. Services will be 10 a.m. Thursday in Summers-Kistler Funeral Home, Olney, with the Rev. Jeremy Henson officiating. Visitation will be 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, with 7:30 p.m. Masonic services. Burial will be in St. Paul's Lutheran Cemetery, Richland County, with military rites conducted by the Olney Veterans. Memorials: American Legion Color Guard or East Richland Foundation for Academic Excellence. Send condolences:, . Elbert was born May 26, 1919, in Shelby County, the son of Clarence and Edith Harding Urfer. He graduated from Willow Hill High School. He was a, veteran and retired from the Secretary of State office. He was a member of American Legion Post 30, a life member of, Post 4226 and a member of Newton Masonic Lodge. He was of the Methodist faith. He married Letha Ivene Montgomery on April 14, 1946. She preceded him in death Nov. 5, 2010. Surviving are his son, Loren Urfer and wife Sue of Olney; grandson, Austin Urfer of Olney; brother, Delmar Urfer of Yale; sisters, Geraldine Smith and husband James of Wheaton; Betty Wever of Edwardsville; several nephews, nieces and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife; brothers, John, Morris and Norman Urfer; and sisters, Naomi and Corine Urfer. Online guest book at |
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LAKEWOOD - Ellen Ann Hodges, 71, of Lakewood, IL., died at 1:53 p.m. May 7, 2011, in Shelbyville Manor, surrounded by her loving family and friends. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday in the Lockart-Green Funeral Home, Shelbyville with Pastors Steve Livingood, Gene Colthurst and Don Pease officiating. Visitation will be from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. Tuesday. Burial will be in the Ridge Cemetery near Lakewood. Memorials may be made to the, . Ellen was born April 23, 1940, in Mt. Vernon, IL., at the home of her parents. She was the daughter of Virgil and Flodean (Newton) Byard. She worked as a dietician at Shelby Memorial Hospital for 13 years. She had previously worked as a waitress for many years. She loved gardening, sewing, her horses, and life itself. She is currently riding her way to God's garden in Heaven, which we are certain she will help tend. Ellen was a member of the Tower Hill United Methodist Church, and the United Methodist Women. Ellen married Dale Hodges on February 25, 1961. They recently celebrated their 50th year of a loving marriage. They were strongly devoted to each other. Ellen will be greatly missed by her daughters: Nancy (David) McClain of Shelbyville, IL.; Connie (Wayne) Dotson of Findlay, IL.; and Rita (Cary) Bryson of Shelbyville; sister, Peggy (Robert) Snow of Lakewood; brothers: Allen Roeder of Pana; Danny Roeder and special friend, Rose Gordon of Shelbyville.; grandchildren: Coartney and Amanda McClain; Brody and Connor Dotson; and Levi and Zachary Bryson. She was preceded in death by her parents, Virgil Byard and Flodean Parks, step-father, Lloyd Roeder, sister, Ramona Cook; and nephew, Robbie Snow. Condolences at, . Obituary written by family members. Online guest book at |
DU QUOIN - Elsie Baynes, 80, passed away at 10:27 a.m. Friday, May 6, 2011, in Marshall Browning Hospital in Du Quoin., Elsie was a homemaker. She was a member of First United Presbyterian Church in Du Quoin., She had been an active church choir member and served on several church committees. She also served as a deacon., Elsie had been a member of Du Quoin Garden Club, Monday Club and Domestic Science Club., She was born April 2, 1931, in Monifieth, Scotland, the daughter of Alexander and Isabella (Murphy) Hendry., Survivors include a daughter, Susan Baynes Cook and husband Steve of Hinsdale; son, Billy Alexander Baynes and wife Lisa of Nashville, Tenn.; and six grandchildren, Trevor Cook, Grace Cook, Olivia Baynes, Ryan Baynes, Alec Baynes and Julian Baynes., She was preceded in death by her parents., Memorial services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday, May 10, 2011, in First United Presbyterian Church in Du Quoin, with the Rev. Tim Scroggins officiating. Visitation will be from 10 to 11 a.m. Tuesday at the church., Searby Funeral Home in Du Quoin is in charge of arrangements., Memorials may be made to First United Presbyterian Church and will be accepted at the church or funeral home., For additional information or to sign the memorial guest register, visit |
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Emilee Jo Brooks, 17, died Saturday, May 7, 2011, at St. John's Hospital. She was born on June 17, 1993, in Springfield to Tim and Mary Hollinshead Brooks. She was preceded in death by her grandparents, June Hollinshead and Jerry and Mary Brooks.... |
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Joseph N. Esposito Sr., 68, of Bensenville, passed away suddenly May 6, 2011. Loving husband of Sharon K. Esposito, nee Kolassa, for 46 years; ..... |
Slowinski, Eulalia Helen (nee Novorolsky), age 88, May 3, 2011, lifelong resident of the Southwest side of Chicago-former longtime resident of Archer Heights. Beloved wife of the late Edward F.; devoted mother of Edward (Margaret) Slowinski, Pamela (Gregory) Sobeske, and William (Marie) Slowinski; loving grandmother of (late) Patricia Slowinski, Cynthia (Daniel) Trznadel, Lisa (Nicholas) Caporelli, Christopher (Melissa Lopez) Sobeske, Richard Sobeske, Luke Slowinski and Neil Slowinski; fond great grandmother of Karen, Abigail, Maggie, Monica, Sarah, and Vince; dear sister of Irene Ruscko, Julia Habas, William (Therese) Novorolsky, Daniel Novorolsky, the late Andrew Novorolsky and the late Mary Brown. Resting at Central Chapel, 6158 S. Central Ave., Chicago, on Tuesday from 3 to 9 p.m. Funeral Wednesday, 8:45 a.m. at chapel, to St. Symphorosa Church, 6135 S. Austin Ave., Chicago. Mass of Christian Burial 9:30 a.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Adventist St. Thomas Hospice, 119 E. Ogden Ave., Hinsdale, IL 60521, appreciated. For information or to express your thoughts or memories in the online guest book, 773-581-9000, 708-857-7050 or |
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Michael R. Flaherty passed away March 19, 2011. A memorial mass will be held in his honor on Wednesday, May 11, at Old St. ..... |
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Block, David P., 65, Rock Island; 10 a.m., 15th Avenue Christian, Rock Island. Day, June M., 76, Davenport; 10 a.m., St. Anthony's Catholic, Davenport.Douglas, John W., 84, Davenport; 1 p.m., Runge, Davenport.Fusco, Winifred V., |
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Mary Genovese, nee Gulino, age 95; devoted wife of the late Michael; beloved mother of Sylvia (Tom) Tiano, Russell (Dr. Janice) Genovese and the late ..... |
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Dimitrie Giban, beloved husband of Maria Giban; loving father of Maria (George) Giban, Elena (Gary) Hoeflich and the late Jovan Kadar; dear father-in-law of ..... |
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Irwin H. Goodman; Loving father of Sam (Addie) and Michael (Sarah); dear grandfather of 10; beloved son of the late Rabbi and Mrs. M. ..... |
Georgia I. 'Jean' Levings, 86 DAVIS - Georgia I. "Jean" Levings, 86, of Davis died at 11:47 p.m. Thursday, May 5, 2011, in Medina Manor Nursing Center, Durand. Born Oct. 31, 1924, in Naylor, Mo., the daughter of Joseph and Lillie B. Widmer Wallace. Married Edward Levings on April 23, 1946, in Fairview, Kan.; he died Oct. 30, 1988. She had previously been employed by Edwards Bakery. Member of St. Mary Catholic Church, Durand. Jean loved the springtime and especially loved gardening and being outside. She was always a very hard worker in anything that she did. She thoroughly enjoyed her grandchildren, and her family was everything to her. Survivors include her children, Donna Foster of Durand, Marsha (Roger) Sarrels of Davis, Cathy (Richard) Taylor of Davis and Kim (Brian) Jacobs of Durand; grandchildren Donny (Erin) Foster, Melissa (Ron) Kaskovich, Angela, Tanya and Samantha Sarrels, Megan (Rodrigo) Flores, Amanda, Zachery and Allison Taylor, Paige Levings and Addison Jacobs; nine great-grandchildren; sister-in-law, Lillian Wallace of Central Point, Ore.; and numerous nieces and nephews. Also predeceased by her son-in-law, Donald Foster; and granddaughter, Michelle Foster. The family would like to thank Dr. Woodman, Dr. Schultz and the staff at Medina Manor Nursing Center for the loving care that was extended to Jean. Mass at 10 a.m. Wednesday, May 11, in St. Mary Catholic Church, Durand, with Monsignor Eric R. Barr officiating. Burial in St. Mary Cemetery, Durand. Visitation from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday in Fitzgerald Funeral Home & Crematory, Riverside Chapel, 3910 N. Rockton Ave., Rockford, with a rosary at 7:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the family. To express condolences and share memories online, visit |
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Shirley C. Grossenbacher, nee O'Brien ; Beloved wife of the late Gordon; loving mother of Gordon (Kathy), John (Kathy), Debbie (Ed) Carone and Barb (Rob) ..... |
Helen M. Goff, 88, of DeKalb, died Thursday, May 5, 2011, at Kishwaukee Community Hospital in DeKalb. Born June 2, 1922, in Homer, Ill., the daughter of Clell and Zoe Clutter, Helen was married to the late Gilbert J. "Dick" Goff on Aug. 2, 1942, in DeKalb. He preceded her in death on Sept. 25, 1970., For many years, Helen managed at the DeKalb Montgomery Ward store in the catalog department. She lived most of her life in the DeKalb community, moving here from Homer. Helen was a 57-year member of, , reaching the level of Senior Regent, etc. Helen was also very active in DeKalb American Legion Auxiliary 66 for 36 years. She loved to garden and her beautiful plants and flowers spoke for themselves. Helen loved watching the New York Mets, playing cards and reading. After graduating from Homer High School, she attended Northern Illinois State Teachers College, earning a degree in Bookkeeping., Survivors include sons, Richard "Dick" (Jody) of Rockford and Steven (Karen) of Sterling; sister, Nondus (Dale) Wakefield of Homer; grandchildren, Tracey (LeRoy) Geske and Jason (Kristin) Goff of DeKalb, and Amy (fiancé Daniel Brunk) Schweitzer of Cherry Valley. great-grandchildren, Kayley, McKenzie and Jacob Garland and Kaitlyn and Brayden Goff, all of DeKalb, nieces and nephews, Connie (Steve) Loyet of Fairview Heights, Mike (Barb) Wakefield, David (Darlene) Wakefield and Deb (Don) Happ, all of Homer; several great-nieces and -nephews; and her long time companion, Bill Adams of DeKalb., A funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday, May 9, at Ronan-Moore-Finch Funeral Home with Pastor Ray Krueger of Immanuel Lutheran Church, DeKalb, officiating. Burial will be at Fairview Park Cemetery in DeKalb. Visitation will be held from 4-7 p.m. Sunday, May 8, with a service conducted by the Sycamore Women of the Moose at 6:45 p.m. Visitation will also be held at 9:30 a.m. Monday, May 9, until the time of service at the funeral home., Memorials can be made to the Policeman's Benevolent and Protective Association, 200 S. Fourth St., DeKalb, IL 60115., Arrangements were entrusted to Ronan-Moore-Finch Funeral Home, 310 Oak St., DeKalb, IL 60115. Visit, to send an online condolence; 815-758-3841. |
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Meghan L. Henry, of Itasca, IL, age 22; loving daughter of Thomas and Suzanne, (nee Moran) Henry; dear sister of Tricia, Kevin and Tommy Henry; ..... |
Howard M. Grundy Jr., 89, of Burr Ridge, formerly of DeKalb, died Tuesday, May 3, 2011, at Manor Care Health Services, Hinsdale., Born Jan. 29, 1922, in Creston, the son of Howard M. Grundy Sr. and Esther Evaline (Houghtby) Grundy, he married Mildred Smiljana Eror on Aug. 2, 1947, in Sycamore. A 1939 graduate of DeKalb High School, where he played varsity basketball, he was a veteran of the, Air Force, having served in, as part of the 8th Air Force in Europe, from 1940-1945., He was employed by Wurlitzer Piano in DeKalb and was a member of the Masonic Lodge in DeKalb, the Shiners' of Rockford, American Legion Post 66 and Fraternal Order of Elks of DeKalb, and Sons of Norway., He is survived by his children, Howard O. "Skip" (Sandra) Grundy of Burr Ridge and Sophia Peters of Lake Delavan, Wis.; grandchildren, Jeff (Paula) Peters and Beth Peters; great-grandchildren, Emily, Abby, Alex and Andrew Peters; niece, Jodi (Jim) Winslow and her children, Mark and Brian; and nephew, Doug Burchard., He was preceded in death by his wife, Mildred, in 1995; parents; son-in-law, Allan; and three sisters, Gladys, Dorothy and Emma Jean., The funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, May 9, at Anderson Funeral Home, with the Rev. Craig E. Nelson of Calvary Lutheran Church, Lee, officiating. Burial will follow at Fairview Park Cemetery, DeKalb, with full military rites provided by DeKalb County Honor Guard. Visitation will be from noon-2 p.m. Monday at Anderson Funeral Home., In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to the Howard M. Grundy Jr. Memorial Fund for Calvary Lutheran Church, Lee, 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. |
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Jacqueline T. Hulvey, beloved wife of Gordon Hulvey; loving mother of Steve (Laura) Hulvey, David (Pauline) Hulvey and Nancy (Crystal Rosendahl) Hulvey; cherished grandmother of ..... |
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Kathleen M. Hunt, nee Shinners , age 94, native of Ballinahinch, Newport, Co. Tipperary, Ireland. Beloved wife of 59 years to John B. Hunt; devoted ..... |
ULLIN - Harold J. Miller, 68, formerly of Cairo, died at 10:40 p.m. Friday, May 6, 2011, in Heartland Regional Medical Center in Marion., Memorial services will be at 11 a.m. Friday in Jones Funeral Home in Villa Ridge, with the Rev. Tronzo "Matt" Graham officiating. Burial will be in Green Lawn Memorial Gardens in Villa Ridge. Visitation will be from 10 to 11 a.m. Friday at the funeral home. |
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HAZEL M. WHELCHEL, 75 ROCKFORD - Hazel M. Whelchel, 75, of Rockford rejoined her beloved husband, Marvin, on Thursday, May 5, 2011. Hazel was the daughter of Frank and Lucy Smith. Married Marvin Whelchel in June 1983. Hazel was a charter member of Faith Tabernacle Church in 1964; she currently attended Faith Community Church. Hazel enjoyed crocheting, reading and spending time with her family. Survived by sisters, Elwanda (Harry) Robins of Loves Park, Mary Hart of Davis Junction, Darlene (Donald) Hopkins of McDougal, Ark., and Betty (Gary) Haggard of Corning, Ark.; sister-in-law, Bev Smith of Davis Junction; children, Marvinteen (Aldon) Magee of Phoenix, Marsha (Terry) Smith and Steve Whelchel, both of Rockford, and Judi (Jim) Spain of Stillman Valley; 13 grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Predeceased by her parents; husband; brother, Bud Smith; and brother-in-law, Loren Hart. Service at 10 a.m. Tuesday, May 10, in Faith Community Church, 5950 35th St. Burial in Sunset Memorial Gardens. Visitation from 5 to 7 p.m. Monday, May 9, in Sunset Funeral Home, 8800 N. Alpine Road, Machesney Park. Condolences may be sent online at |
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TUSCOLA – Helen W. Duensing, 89, of Tuscola passed away at 5:07 p.m. Saturday (May 7, 2011) at her residence. read more |
DECATUR - Helen L. Kloever, 86, Decatur, retired from A.W. Cash Valve Co., died Friday (May 6, 2011). Services: 2 p.m. Tuesday, Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home. Visitation: one hour before services. Burial: Graceland Cemetery. Memorials: donor's choice. Send condolences: |
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SAVOY – Helen Ruth Shirley, 88, of Savoy, formerly of Seymour, passed away at 8:03 a.m. on Thursday (May 5, 2011) at the Champaign-Urbana Rehab Center in Savoy. read more |
TUSCOLA - Helen W. Duensing, 89, of Tuscola, IL, passed away at 5:07 pm, Saturday, May 7, 2011 at her residence. Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 am, Wednesday, May 11, 2011 at the Hilligoss Shrader Funeral Home, 705 South Main Street, Tuscola, IL, with the Rev. Scott Zorn officiating. Visitation will be held from 5:00 pm until 7:00 pm, Tuesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in the Fairview Cemetery, Kansas, IL. Helen was born on April 29, 1922 in rural Oakland, IL, the daughter of Louie F. and Veva Mae Yenawine Honn. She married Francis E. Duensing on November 24, 1940 in Paris, IL. He preceded her in death on October 20, 1997. Survivors include her daughters: Linda Mattlin of Wasilla, AK, Rita (Bob) Thompson of Fairmount, IL, Nola (Ron) Waugh of Tuscola, IL, 6 grandchildren: Marty Mattlin, Rae Wyatt Queen, Chad Sanderson, Adam Sanderson, Amy O'Neill and Holly Ahearn, 10 great-grandchildren, sisters: Betty (Todd) Fouty of Oak Park Heights, MN, Ruth Ann (Dick) Bennett of Westfield, IL She was preceded in death by her parents, infant daughter: Leanne Duensing, granddaughter: Christina Mattlin and great-grandson: Caleb O'Neill Helen was a retired bookkeeper. She and her husband owned and operated the Duensing Standard Oil gas station in downtown Tuscola for many years. Helen attended the Tuscola First Christian Church. She enjoyed quilting, stamp collecting and gardening. Helen was an avid St. Louis Cardinals fan. Memorials are suggested to the Tuscola First Christian Church or donor's choice. Online condolences to the family may be sent to, . Obituary written by family members. Online guest book at |
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Herbert W. Schram, 88, of Geneseo, passed away Sunday, May 8, 2011, at Marigold Rehab & Health Care Center, Galesburg.Funeral services are pending at Vandemore Funeral Home, Geneseo.Among survivors is his wife, Doris. |
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Irene H. Sierens Johnson, 84, of East Moline, formerly of Atkinson, passed away Sunday, May 8, 2011, at the Hillcrest Nursing Home, Geneseo.A funeral Mass celebrating her life will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday, May 12, at
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CAMBRIA - Ivan D. Sams, 80, died Sunday, May 8, 2011, in Angel Acres in Marion., Services will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday, May 10, 2011, in Riggin-Pillatsch and Burke Funeral Home in Carterville, with the Rev. R.H. Chitwood officiating. Burial will be in North Oakwood Cemetery in Carterville with military rites performed by Marion, Hyde-Pillow Post 1301 and Illinois Army National Guard. Visitation will be from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home., Ivan was born July 4, 1930, in West Salem to Joseph and Mary Sams. He married Beryl Cobble on Dec. 23, 1950, in DeKalb; she preceded him in death June 1, 1989., He is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Peggy and Bruce Tyner of Cambria; grandchildren and their spouses, Sam and Brandy Tyner of Cambria and Tobie and Benji Cain of Carterville; great-grandchildren, Payton Tyner, Devon Cain and Hannah Cain; brother and sister-in-law, Donnie and Millie Sams of California; sister, Ersel Hall of Sycamore; and dear friend, Linda Hicks of Greenville, Mo., Ivan was preceded in death by his parents, beloved wife and four brothers and sisters., He honorably served our country in the U.S. Army and Air Force during the Korean Conflict., Ivan retired in 1991 after 42 years of service as a lineman for DeKalb Ogle, GTE Sandwich and GTE in Carterville and Carbondale., He was a member of First Baptist Church in Carterville, the Moose Lodge and the Sportsman's Club in Sandwich., Ivan was an avid outdoorsman, who enjoyed hunting and fishing. People from all over the area knew him as the "bee" man., To view this obituary and sign the guest register, visit |
John Samuel Cole, 90, of Paw Paw, formerly of the Sycamore area, passed away May 6, 2011. He was born Dec. 28, 1920 in Morgan, Colo., the son of Robert L. and Mae Ella (nee Rogers) Cole., John enlisted in the Merchant Marines in, , serving on the Forgotten Convoy on the tough Murmansk run. For many years, he farmed the Dekalb-Maple Park area. He worked for Anaconda until it closed and then for Carls Fargo at the Stratford Inn in Sycamore., He is survived by his children, Carol E. Herendeen, of Paw Paw, David R. (Billie) Cole of Peoria, Ariz., Laurie (Dennis) Woolstencroft, of Paw Paw, and Tracy (James) Paul, of Necedah, Wis, eight grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, siblings Lucille Simonson, Mabel Smith, Robert I. Cole, and Lois Hoffman, and numerous nieces and nephews., He is preceded in death by his parents., A celebration of life will be held at 6 p.,m. Monday, May 9, 2011 at Torman Funeral Home, 510 N. Flagg St., in Paw Paw. Pastor Michael Morrell officiating. Visitation will be held from 4 p.m. until the time of the service. Interment will be private., Torman Funeral Home, 815-627-3811, assisted the family. |
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David S. Johnson, Army Veteran WWII; beloved husband of Stella, nee Vendzelis; loving father of MaryLou (Eric) Sampson, Gerard Johnson, Joseph Witkus, Timothy Witkus, ..... |
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Jackie Williams, 75, of Moline, died Sunday, May 8, 2011, at Select Specialty Hospital, Davenport.Funeral services will be 1 p.m. Wednesday, May 11, at Esterdahl Mortuary & Crematory, 6601 38th Ave., Moline. Visitation will be from 6 to
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DECATUR - James A. Seitz, 78, Decatur,, Air Force veteran and former maintenance worker, died Feb. 7, 2011. Graveside services: 2 p.m. Monday, Calvary Cemetery. Arrangements by: Moran & Goebel Funeral Home. Send condolences: |
EFFINGHAM - James R. "Jim" Kraus, 64, Effingham, died Saturday (May 7, 2011). Arrangements incomplete: Johnson Funeral Home, Effingham. |
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Jean Stringer, 75, formerly of 5002 Paradise Lane, Quincy, died May 8, 2011, in North Adams Home, Mendon. Graveside services will be at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday in Greenmount Cemetery. There is no visitation but friends are invited to the services. The Zehender Robinson Stormer Cookson Funeral Home, Quincy, is handling arrangements. |
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Jerry Klemme, 68, of Princeton, Iowa, died Monday, May 9, 2011, at Genesis East, Davenport.Arrangements are pending at Runge Mortuary, Davenport. |
John Allen "J.J." Goodsell, Jr., 25, of Jacksonville, and formerly of Roodhouse, died Saturday, May 7, 2011, at his residence., He was born Sept. 18, 1985, in Jacksonville, the son of John Allen and Brenda Burger Goodsell, Sr., He is survived by his mother, Brenda Young of Virden; his father, John Allen Goodsell, Sr. of Jacksonville; his grandfather, Westley Goodsell of Yuma, Ariz.; and six brothers, Chris Goodsell of Jacksonville, Dan Hughes of Virden, David Hughes of White Hall, Dustin Shaw, Joey Shaw, and Bryan Woods, all of Jacksonville. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandmother, Eloise Goodsell; and maternal grandparents, Gerald and Esther Burger., J.J. attended North Greene Schools and had worked at Applebee's in Jacksonville. He enjoyed playing video games and loved being with his family and friends., Funeral services will be held noon Friday at Airsman-Hires Funeral Home in Roodhouse. Visitation will be from 10:30 a.m. until service time on Friday at the funeral home. Private interment will be at a later date. Memorials are suggested to the family. Condolences may be left at |
He was born April 5, 1914, in Decatur, a son of Thomas Hammond and Ethel Corrinne Booth Bean. On June 19, 1937, he married Ruth Elizabeth King in Decatur. She died Nov. 2, 1986., He was a 1932 graduate of Decatur High School. In 1936 he graduated with a bachelor's degree from Millikin University in Decatur. In 1973, he received his master's degree from Southern Illinois University., John worked for Moorman's, Monroe Chemical Co. and the Illinois State Division of Rehabilitation. He was the owner of Bean Hobby and Toy Shop., John was a member of Vermont Street United Methodist Church since 1937. He was a member of the Beta Chapter of Tau Kappa Epsilon. He belonged to the Quinssippi Stamp Club and numerous philatelic organizations. John was the first president of the Quincy Jaycees. As such, he was also a member of the Exhausted Roosters. He was president of the Quincy Chamber of Commerce when it received its first All-American City title. He was a member of the Quincy Elks and a member of the Quincy German Club. In addition to stamp collecting, he enjoyed playing duplicate bridge and fishing for salmon in Alaska., Survivors include two children, Jackie Bean Oberg and her husband, Don, of Kenai, Alaska, and Tom Bean and his wife, Lia, of Casa Grande, Ariz.; two grandchildren, Jonathan Oberg and his wife, Gina, of Ottawa, Kan., and David Oberg and his wife, DJ Stoeberl, of Crozet, Va.; two great-granddaughters, Kendra Veronica Oberg of Crozet, Va., and Kayleigh Elizabeth Oberg of Ottawa, Kan.; a sister, Mary Mills of Baton Rogue, La.; four nieces; two nephews; and several great-nieces and great-nephews; a very special friend of many years, Marion Grimmer and her daughter, Barb Rowell; also a very large extended family from the entire Bickford Cottage, staff, residents and their families, including Connie Fielding, Sue Ostermiller, Lisa O'Brien, Steve Scott, Roxie Bunk and Kim Lenz., In addition to his wife, he was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Thomas Bean Jr.; and a sister, Sarah Black., SERVICES: 10:30 a.m. Tuesday in Vermont Street United Methodist Church with Dr. Scott Grulke and the Rev.George Youtzy conducting. Burial will be in Greenmount Cemetery., VISITATION: 4-7 p.m. Monday in the Hansen-Spear Funeral Home., MEMORIALS: Blessing Foundation for Hospice., ARRANGEMENTS: Hansen-Spear Funeral Home. |
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. |
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Memorial visitation and services for John G. Congrove, 85, Davenport, are 4-7 p.m. Thursday at Halligan-McCabe-DeVries, Davenport. Cremation was accorded. Private inurnment is at Elmwood Cemetery, Morning Sun, Iowa. He died May 8, 2011, at his home.
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ALGONQUIN – John H. Jensen, 88, of Algonquin, died Sunday, May 8, 2011, in Crystal Lake., He was born Oct. 28, 1922, in Duluth, Minn., to Marius and Naemi (Ruhnberg) Jensen., He served in the U.S. Coast Guard from 1943-46 and graduated from, in 1949. He loved to travel and camp with his wife and close friends, often to Europe, Florida and South Carolina., He was the beloved husband for 60 years to the late Corinne, nee Erickson; loving father of Betty (Roy) Deans; dear grandfather of Christine (Jeremy) Krick; great-grandfather of Madelyn Krick; and brother of Dagney Jensen., He was preceded in death by his wife; and his sister, Eleanor Jensen., The visitation will be from 9:30 a.m. until the funeral at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, May 10, at Davenport Family Funeral Home, 419 E. Terra Cotta Ave. (Route 176), Crystal Lake. Interment will be in St. Joseph Cemetery in River Grove., In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Home of the Sparrow, 5342 W. Elm St., McHenry, IL 60050, or 815-271-5444., For information, call the funeral home at 815-459-3411. Online condolences may be sent to the family at |
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John Hamilton, 90, passed away at 4:30 p.m. Sunday, May 8, 2011, at Methodist Hospital in Peoria. He was born on Sept. 29, 1920, in White County, the son of Wiley and Sarah (Bruce) Hamilton. He married the former Alma Reedy on Aug. 30, 1942, in St.... |
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John E. Napier, 85, died at 3:38 a.m. Sunday, May 8, 2011, at Gateway Regional Medical Center in Granite City. Visitation: 11 a.m. until noon services Wednesday, May 11, at Wojstrom Funeral Home and Crematory. Burial with military honors to follow at... |
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Juanita F. Shields, 84, a resident of Kewanee Care Home, formerly of Galva, died May 7, 2011, at Kewanee Hospital.Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at St. John Catholic, Galva. Burial is at Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Kewanee. Visitation is
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Kathleen Doss, 48, of Davenport, died Sunday, May 8, 2011, at Genesis Medical Center West Central Park, Davenport. Arrangements are pending at the Halligan-McCabe-DeVries Funeral Home, Davenport. |
Hunt, Kathleen M. (nee Shinners), Age 94, Native of Ballinabinch, Newport, Co. Tipperary, Ireland. Beloved wife of 59 years to John B. Hunt. Devoted mother of Edward Hunt, John (Mary) Hunt and the late Katherine (the late Daniel) O'Brien. Proud grandmother of Bridget, Mary Kate, John, Patrick, Edward, Maureen, Neil, Nina, Jacqueline, Theresa, Annie and Brendan. Cherished great-grandmother of Daniel and the late Grace. Visitation Tuesday 2 to 9 pm. Funeral 10:00 am Wednesday from the Robert J. Sheehy & Sons Funeral Home, 4950 W. 79th Street, Burbank, to St. Elizabeth Seton Church 11:15 am Mass. Interment Good Shepherd Cemetery. Proud member of Gaelic Park and the Chicago Limerick Hurling Club. |
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EUREKA — Kathryn L. Hackenjos, 82, of Eureka, formerly of El Monte, Calif., passed away at 9 a.m. Sunday (May 8, 2011) at the Apostolic Christian Home of Eureka, where she was a resident. |
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COWDEN - Keith E. Switzer Sr., 83, Cowden,, Air Force veteran and former Switzer's Grocery Store owner/operator, died Wednesday (May 4, 2011). Services: 10 a.m. Monday, First Christian Church, Cowden. Visitation was Sunday. Burial: Mound Cemetery, Cowden, with military rites. Arrangements by: Lockart-Green Funeral Home, Cowden. Memorials: First Christian Church or Lutheran Care Center, Altamont. Send condolences: |
DECATUR - Kelsea M. Keller, 8, Decatur, second-grade student, died Friday (May 6, 2011). Services: 2 p.m. Wednesday, Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home. Visitation: one hour before services. Burial: Graceland Cemetery Garden of Angels, with "Flight Home" ceremony. Memorials: to the family. Send condolences: |
Jones, Kenneth H. Kenneth H. Jones, of Downers Grove. Member of Union Local #17. Beloved husband of Joy, (nee Gennarelli). Loving father of Tiffany and Chris. Brother of Joyce Marraso and Jerry and James Jones. Visitation 3 to 9 pm Wednesday at Hallowell & James Funeral Home, 301-75th Street, Downers Grave. Will lie in state Thursday From 10am until service time of 11am at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 4501 Main St. in Downers Grove. Interment Bethania Cemetery. Funeral info: 630-964-6500. |
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Kevin W. Killeem, 59, of Marshalltown, Iowa, died Saturday, May 7, 2011, at Iowa Veterans Home, Marshalltown.Arrangements are pending at Cunnick-Collins Mortuary and Cremation Service, Davenport. |
Krista R. (Holt) Heffner, 36 MUNDELEIN - Krista R. (Holt) Heffner, 36, passed away Friday, May 6, 2011, in Highland Park Hospital. She was born Aug. 22, 1974, in Edison, N.J. Krista was a cancer survivor who underwent a stem-cell treatment. She was involved in numerous school activities. She taught preschool and was also a Pampered Chef consultant. She was a very dedicated, loving wife and mother; her family meant the world to her. She will be very deeply missed by all who knew her. Krista is survived by her loving husband, David; loving children, D.J. and Mary Heffner; parents, Ken and Carol Holt; mother and father-in-law, Dennis and Rosemary Heffner; brother, Ken (Patty) Holt Jr.; niece, Katie Holt; other numerous nieces and nephews; brother-in-law, Rick (Joanna) Heffner; and sister-in-law, Denise Kinsey. Service at 11 a.m. Wednesday, May 11, in Lutheran Church of the Holy Spirit, 30 Riverwoods Road, Lincolnshire. Visitation from 4 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 10, in Kristan Funeral Home, 219 W. Maple Ave., (two blocks west of Illinois 45 on Illinois 176). In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to a memorial fund for her children, D.J. and Mary Heffner, 30 Riverwoods Road, Lincolnshire, IL 60069, would be appreciated. For more information online, visit |
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Irene D. Ludwig, 85, of Yorkville, IL, formerly of Niles, died Sat., May 7, 2011. She was born on Aug. 4, 1925 in Spring Valley, ..... |
Cistaro, Laura J. Laura J Cistaro of Island Lake, Il. 60 years, died May 7th. Loving daughter of the late Eugene and Loretta Cistaro. Loving mother of Nicole Marie. Long time companion of Jim Nelson. Loving sister of Eugenia, the late Larry, Dottie (Tom), Tony (Lisa) and Rickey (Joyce). "Pretty Auntie Laura" to many nieces and nephews. Loving niece to many aunts and uncles. Visitation Tuesday May 10th from 6:00 to 9:00 pm. Funeral service Wednesday 12 noon both at Matz Funeral Home 410 E Rand Rd. Mt. Prospect, IL. 60056. Entombment All Saints Cemetery, Gallery of the Covenant. For info 847-394-2336 |
HERRIN - Leah A. King, 71, formerly of Marion, Ark., died at 10:11 p.m. Saturday, May 7, 2011, at Shawnee Christian Nursing Center in Herrin., Arrangements are incomplete at Johnson-Hughes Funeral Home in Herrin. |
GALESBURG - Mrs. Linda J. Johnson, 70, 1125 Tamarind Drive, Galesburg, died 6:44 a.m. Friday, May 6, 2011, at Galesburg Cottage Hospital., She was born Sept. 11, 1940, in Henderson County to Allen and Opal Anderson Hess. She married Loren L. Johnson on May 22, 1966, in Berwick. He survives., Also surviving are a son, Erik Johnson of Boulder, Colo.; a daughter, Kristen (and Mike) Cho of Raleigh, N.C.; a brother, James Hess of Olin, Iowa; a sister, Billie Ross of Monmouth; and a granddaughter, Clara Cho., She was preceded in death by her parents, a brother and a sister., Linda worked for the former May Company, Galesburg, from 1958 to 1974. She later worked in the office at NAEIR from 1992 until her retirement in 2005. She graduated from Little York High School in 1958. She loved her children and was very excited to see her first grandchild., Funeral will be 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 10, 2011, at Hinchliff-Pearson-West Galesburg Chapel. The Rev. James Ecklund will officiate. Visitation will be noon to 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at the chapel. Cremation will be accorded after the service. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery, Galesburg. Memorials may be to Habitat for Humanity or FISH Food Pantry. Online condolences may be made at |
HILLSBORO - Lisa Lynne Titsworth, 49, Hillsboro, Hillsboro Rehab & Health Care Center registered nurse, died Saturday (May 7, 2011). Services: 11 a.m. Wednesday, Bass, Patton, Dean Funeral Home, Hillsboro. Visitation: 5 to 8 p.m. Tuesday. Burial: Wares Grove Cemetery, Butler. Memorials: Montgomery County Cancer Association or Wares Grove Cemetery. Send condolences: |
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CHAMPAIGN – Lyle R. Mullvain, 89, of Champaign, formerly of the Fisher area, died at 3:55 p.m. Friday (May 6, 2011) at his home. Memorial services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, May 11, at First Christian Church of Champaign, 3601 S. Staley Road, C. J.P. Jones will officiate. Burial will be held at Bellflower Cemetery, Bellflower. Renner-Wikoff Chapel, 1900 S. Philo Road, Urbana, is in charge of arrangements. read more |
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Mary L. McCue, 78, of Sycamore, died Tuesday, May 3, 2011, in her home. Born June 9, 1932, in Sycamore, the daughter of John and Frances (Erickson) Lahti, she married James Clayton McCue Nov. 9, 1949, in Sycamore., Mary was employed by Automatic Electric, W.T. Grant Department Store and as a nurse at Pine Acres Retirement Center. Mary was an active member of Sycamore United Methodist Church where she was involved in the choir, United Methodist Women, the Prayer Shawl Ministry and the Sycamore Food Pantry. She volunteered at Pay It Forward House, was an election judge, a member of the Red Hat Society and Home Extension, and a supporter of Stage Coach Players., She is survived by three sons, John (Sue) McCue and Jim (Sue) McCue, both of Sycamore, and Richard (Carol) McCue of Nashville, Tenn.; six grandchildren, Carin (Timothy) Faust, Steven (Tina) McCue, Matthew McCue, Sarah (Isaac) Mack, Katherine McCue and Robert McCue; great-grandson, Sage McCue; two sisters, Alice Bennett and Ruth Glugla; one brother, Theodore Lahti; and several nieces and nephews., She was predeceased by her parents; husband; daughter, Vicki McCue; and brother, William Lahti., The family extends a special thanks to Visiting Angels, Hospice, Kishwaukee Cancer Center, and Sycamore United Methodist Church. A funeral service will be 11 a.m. Monday, May 9, at the Sycamore United Methodist Church, 160 Johnson Ave., Sycamore, with the Rev. William Landis officiating. Burial will be at Elmwood Cemetery. Visitation will be from 4-7 pm, Sunday, May 8, at Olson Funeral & Cremation Services, Ltd., Quiram Sycamore Chapel, 1245 Somonauk St., Sycamore., Memorials can be made to the family for a memorial to be established. To share a memory or send a condolence, visit, or for information, call 815-895-6589. |
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DECATUR - Maggie Cooper, 80, Decatur, died Sunday (May 8, 2011). Arrangements incomplete: Walker Funeral Service and Chapel. |
BENTON - Margaret (Eubanks) Tittle, 83, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and friend, passed away peacefully Saturday, May 7, 2011, at her home in Benton., Margaret was born May 18, 1927, in Sesser to Hosea and Grace (Myers) Eubanks., She was a Christian and member of Full Gospel Mission Church in Buckner., Margaret will be remembered for her humor, wit, strong will, generosity and hospitality. But, most of all, she will be remembered for her strong spirit and amazing capacity to love., Her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren were her most cherished accomplishments and always the main focus throughout her life. She was tremendously proud of her family. Her kindness, love and support will forever remain within each of them., She is survived by her daughter, Ruth Tittle of Los Angeles; son and daughter-in-law, Larry and Kate Tittle of Benton; grandchildren, Cassandra Ruthann (Reed) Haney of Lexington Ky., and Loyd Randal Tittle of Benton; great-grandchildren, Brandon Hays, Savannah Haney and Kyla Haney of Lexington, Ky., and Braxton Tittle and Vensin Tittle of Benton; one brother, Hosea "Buster" Eubanks of Buckner and his family; and countless nieces and nephews and friends., She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Loyd Tittle in 1963; son, Loyd Leon Tittle; daughter, Helen Louise Tittle; seven brothers; and three sisters., Graveside services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday, May 10, 2011, in Zeigler Cemetery, with the Rev. Bernadine Caldwell Webb, pastor of Full Gospel Mission Church, officiating. Soloist for the services will be Brenda Bailey (niece) of Buckner. Friends are asked to meet at the cemetery., Gilbert Funeral Home in Christopher is in charge of arrangements. |
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URBANA – Marjorie Quayle, 84, of Urbana, formerly of Champaign, died at 10:15 p.m. Saturday (May 7, 2011) at Canterbury Ridge, Urbana. Funeral arrangements were incomplete at Renner-Wikoff Chapel and Crematory, 1900 S. Philo Road, Urbana. read more |
Cashdollar, Marshall B. (Bud) Age 75 passed away April 29. Beloved husband of the late Barbara A., nee Young. Loving father of Donna (Harry) Musolf, Robert (Mary Jean) Cashdollar, Donald Cashdollar, Kimberly (Pat) Rauen, and Kevin Cashdollar; Cherished Grandfather of Sherry Baily, Debbie (Mark) Henderson, Nickie and Lorie Cashdollar, Stacy Cashdollar and Amanda Peterson. Great-Grandfather of Cheyenne, Christian, and Colby Baily and Keely Henderson. Funeral mass will be held on May 21st @ 10:00 am at Saint Damian Catholic Church 5300 W 155th Street, Oak Forest, IL. Now you can be at rest and be with Mom. With all our love, your children. |
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METROPOLIS - Mary Lou Margherio, 84, passed away at 5:50 p.m. Saturday, May 7, 2011, at her home with her family by her side., Services will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday, May 10, 2011, in Aikins-Farmer Funeral Home in Metropolis, with Father Michael Chris Mujule and Father Jerry Wurth officiating. Burial will be in Metropolis Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. today at the funeral home., Pallbearers are Rodney Edwards, Paul Cavaness, Andy Margherio, Seth Mittendorf, Kasey Prescott, Dalton Mittendorf and Christian Cavaness. Honorary pallbearers are Scott Margherio and Drew Prescott., Donations may be made to Juvenile Diabetes Foundation, Illinois Chapter, 11 S. La Salle St., Suite 1800, Chicago, IL 60603., Mary Lou was born April 11, 1927, in Springfield, Ohio, to Van and Jenny (Mueller) Rider., She was an avid reader and golfer, and she was a fabulous cook and loved to travel. She was a tireless volunteer for St. Rose of Lima parish and community charities., Mary Lou always remembered friends who were ill, bereaved or confined to nursing homes with visits and acts of kindness. Her family loved and cherished every moment they spent with her., Survivors include her husband of 65 years, Richard Margherio; children, Cindy Parrino and husband John of Marietta, Ga., Nancy Hess and husband Ron of Cape Girardeau, Tony Margherio and wife Brenda of Metropolis, Kathy Prescott and husband Jim of Metropolis, Mary Ann Mittendorf and husband Wally of Metropolis and Lisa Margherio and (Merry) Miller of Quincy; grandchildren, Rodney Edwards of Jackson, Mo., Meredith Moreland of Atlanta, Missy Quint of Brookport, Kristi Cavaness of Cape Girardeau, Scott Margherio of Metropolis, Drew Prescott of Korzendorf, Germany, Andy Margherio of Marion, Seth Margherio of Metropolis, Kasey Precott of Metropolis and Dalton Mittendorf of Metropolis; nine great-grandchildren; one sister, Joann Williamson of Dowell; three brothers, Richard Rider of Du Quoin and Bob and Joe Rider, both of Christopher; several nephews and nieces; and countless friends., Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by one brother, Louis "Corkey" Rider, and one infant brother., Online condolences may be left at |
CARBONDALE - Maureen T. Crouse died Saturday, May 7, 2011., Arrangements are incomplete at Walker Funeral Home in Carbondale. |
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May Ford, 61, of Rock Island, died Saturday, May 7, 2011, at Trinity Rock Island. Arrangements are pending at McGinnis-Chambers Funeral Home, Bettendorf. |
MURPHYSBORO - Michael Hogrefe, 63, formerly of Chester, died Friday, May 6, 2011, in St. Joseph Memorial Hospital in Murphysboro., Services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday in Pechacek-McClure Funeral Home in Chester, with the Rev. Peter Ill officiating. Burial will be in St. John Lutheran Cemetery in Chester. Visitation will be from 9 to 11 a.m. Wednesday at the funeral home., Memorials may be made to Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital in St. Louis. |
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Michael Elijah Gabriel Williams, 19, of Davenport, died Saturday, May 7, 2011, at Genesis Medical Center, East Rusholme Street, Davenport.Arrangements are pending at Halligan-McCabe-DeVries Funeral Home, Davenport. |
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Mildred M. "Mima" Duda, 62, of Bettendorf, died Sunday, May 8, 2011, at Trinity Bettendorf.Arrangements are pending at McGinnis-Chambers Funeral Home, Bettendorf. |
HUNTLEY – Mildred A. Brower, 79, of Sun City, Huntley, and formerly of Park Ridge, passed away Wednesday, April 6, 2011, in Elgin., She was born Feb. 21, 1932, in Chicago, to Chester J. and Mildred (Jackson) Brower., She graduated from Luther North High School in Chicago and then earned her Bachelor of Science in education from Northern Illinois State Teachers College in June 1954. She later earned her master's degree in education from the, in 1965. She was a member of Kappa Delta Pi Honors Society. She taught physical education for many years and later served as librarian at Carl Sandburg Junior High in Rolling Meadows until 1989, when she retired., She is survived by her nephew, Richard A. (Ruhiyyih) Brower; her niece, Linda (Warren) Simmons; her great-nephews, Jason Brower and Matthew Backhaus; her great-nieces, Jessica Brower, Sarah Clement, Alexandra Brower and Karolyn Brower; her sister-in-law, Helen Brower; and her special companion, Scruffy., She was preceded in death by her parents; a brother, Jackson A. Brower; and a nephew, Bruce E. Brower., A memorial visitation will be from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Wednesday, May 11, followed by a memorial service at James A. O'Connor Funeral Home, 11603 E. Main St., Huntley. The Rev. Robert Hughes will officiate. Inurnment of ashes will be private., In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in her name may be made to Animal House Shelter Inc., 13005 Ernesti Road, Huntley, IL 60142., For information, call the funeral home at 847-669-5111. |
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Lawrence "Larry" A. Sparks, 75, of 2224 Adams, died on Wednesday (May 4, 2011) in his home., He was born on March 12, 1936, in Beverly Township, a son of John and Sylvia Diehl Sparks. He married Judith "Judy" Laird on Oct. 1, 1960, in Grace United Methodist Church. She survives., Larry served in the United States Army. He was a truck driver for GH Bemis/Sisbro for 34 years, retiring in 2001. He was a member of Union United Methodist Church. Larry loved to play solitaire. He liked going to the casino with his friends, but most of all he enjoyed spending time with his children and grand-children., In addition to his wife, Judy, he is also survived by three children, Gregory Sparks and his wife, Karen, of Pleasant Plains, Randall Sparks and his wife, Stacie, of Quincy, and Laura Hampsmire and her husband, Gary, of Fowler; grandchildren, Nathan and Amanda Sparks of Pleasant Plains; an aunt, Veta Laird of Quincy; and numerous nieces and nephews., He was preceded in death by his parents; four brothers, Vernon, Dale, Kenneth and Robert Sparks; and two sisters, Iola Bader and Della Sparks., SERVICES: 1 p.m. Monday in the Duker and Haugh Funeral Home with the Rev. Robert Morwell conducting. Burial will be in Greenmount Cemetery., VISITATION: 4-8 p.m. today in the home., MEMORIALS: Blessing Foundation for Hospice or to the Union United Methodist Church., ARRANGEMENTS: Duker and Haugh Funeral Home. |
Doran, Myles J. Native of Co. Leitrim, Ireland. Beloved husband of the late Eileen (nee Kennedy). Devoted father of Brenda Lee McDonald and Rosemary Doran. Proud "Pop" of Thomas Joseph McDonald. Fond brother of Margaret Devine, Tony (the late Kay) Doran, Bridie (Tom) Henaghan, Jim (Bridie) Doran, Eileen (the late John) Kennedy, the late Jack (Margaret) Doran, Francie (the late Nancy) Doran, Bernadette McNeela and Thomas Patrick Doran. Kind uncle of many nieces and nephews and special friend to many throughout the years. Dear friend to Lollipop. Visitation Tuesday 3 to 9 pm at the Robert J. Sheehy & Sons Funeral Home, 9000 W. 151st Street, Orland Park. Visitation Wednesday 9:00 am until time of Mass of the Resurrection 10:00 am at Holy Family Villa, 12220 S. Will-Cook Road, Palos Park, IL 60464. Interment St. Mary Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to Holy Family Villa, would be appreciated. Proud member of the Pioneers Total Abstinence Association, I.U.O.E. Local 399 and the Mary Immaculate Queen Ministry. |
NORMAL - Nancy Burks Kerfoot, 84, Normal, retired from United Methodist Ministers Credit Union, died April 30, 2011. Graveside services: 10 a.m. Friday, Evergreen Burial Park, Roanoke, Va. Visitation: 5 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Carmody-Flynn Williamsburg Funeral Home, Bloomington. Memorials: Bloomington Parks and Recreation. |
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BUNCOMBE - Norma J. (Kerley) Newton, 76, died at 4:15 a.m. Sunday, May 8, 2011, in Massac Memorial Hospital in Metropolis., Arrangements are incomplete at Bailey Funeral Home in Vienna. |
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STREATOR — Oliver J. Lawrence, 82, of Streator died Saturday (May 7, 2011) at Heritage Manor Nursing Home, Streator. |
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Orville V. Minteer, 92, of Andalusia, died Sunday, May 8, 2011, at the Aledo Rehabilitation & Health Care Center.Public graveside services for Mr. Minteer will be 11 a.m. Wednesday at the Andalusia Cemetery. There will be no visitation.
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Raymond F. Pipala, US Army, beloved husband of Esther, nee Fudell; loving father of Greg (Mary) Pipala, Jeff (Susan) Pipala and the late Kimmy ..... |
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Bruce A. Pociask, 94, of Norridge, at peace with Christ Friday, May 6, 2011. Veteran of WW II, Recipient of the Bronze Star and ..... |
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Phyllis Balk, devoted wife, mother, grandmother, retired nurse, and active volunteer in Illinois and New York, died peacefully at age 81 on May 4, 2011, after an extended illness. A memorial service will be 11 a.m. on
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Eugene L. Roberts, age 74, of Ashland WI, passed away Saturday, April 23, 2011 at St. Mary's Medical Center, in Duluth, MN. He was ..... |
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Gerald M. Ryglowski, 69, of Lake Villa, IL, Retired Lt. Commander, U.S. Navy. Beloved husband of Susan; loving father of Erika Ryglowski and Brian ..... |
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Ralph C. Medd of Bettendorf was called to heaven surrounded by his family and friends Monday, May 9, 2011, after a long and courageous battle with lung cancer.Per his wishes, Ralph will be cremated. Wheelan-Pressly Funeral Home, Rock
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PEARL, Ill. -- Richard Ashburn, 83, of Pearl, died May 6, 2011, in the Illinois Veterans Home, Quincy. Services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday in the Airsman-Hires Funeral Home, Pittsfield. Burial will be in Green Pond Cemetery near Pearl. Visitation will be 5-8 p.m. Tuesday in the funeral home. |
Richard Ashburn, 83, of Pearl, died Friday, May 6, 2011, at Illinois Veterans Home in Quincy. He was born Sept. 24, 1927, in Pearl, the son of Alvin Leroy and Zula Ellen Lane Ashburn. He married Evelyn Ard in December of 1950 in Granite City and she preceded him in death Dec. 2, 2000. He then married Florence McDowell and she survives. He is also survived by his children, Brenda (husband, Larry) Conner of Fordland, Mo., Deborah Moore of Pittsfield, Rick (wife, Elana) Ashburn of Jacksonville, Fla. and Sheila (fiancé, Buddy Summers) Marable of Winchester; eleven grandchildren, Scott (Rachel) Conner, Brady Conner, Rodney (Deana) Ashburn, Courtney (Robert) Nelson, Richard K. Moore, Mindy Moore, Shane Ashburn, Kenneth L. Marable, Kylar Marable, Clayton Summers and Austin Summers; several great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, Frank, Lester, and Roy Ashburn; two sisters, Hilda Madden and Ada May Ashburn, in infancy; and a son-in-law, Billy Moore. Richard was a veteran of the U.S. Army, serving during World War II. He then worked for Illinois B & O Railroad, before becoming a cutter in the steel industry. He was employed several years by American Steel in Madison County as well as other area steel mills. He was a member of the Farm Bureau and the NRA. He enjoyed the outdoors and loved to fish and hunt, especially coon hunting. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday at Airsman-Hires Funeral Home in Pittsfield. Burial with military honors will be at Green Pond Cemetery near Pearl. Family will meet friends 5-8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Memorials gifts are suggested to Missouri Crippled Children's Services. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.airsman-hires.com. Airsman-Hires Funeral Home in Pittsfield is in charge of arrangements., Richard Ashburn, 83, of Pearl, died Friday, May 6, 2011, at Illinois Veterans Home in Quincy., He was born Sept. 24, 1927, in Pearl, the son of Alvin Leroy and Zula Ellen Lane Ashburn. He married Evelyn Ard in December of 1950 in Granite City and she preceded him in death Dec. 2, 2000. He then married Florence McDowell and she survives., He is also survived by his children, Brenda (husband, Larry) Conner of Fordland, Mo., Deborah Moore of Pittsfield, Rick (wife, Elana) Ashburn of Jacksonville, Fla. and Sheila (fiancé, Buddy Summers) Marable of Winchester; eleven grandchildren, Scott (Rachel) Conner, Brady Conner, Rodney (Deana) Ashburn, Courtney (Robert) Nelson, Richard K. Moore, Mindy Moore, Shane Ashburn, Kenneth L. Marable, Kylar Marable, Clayton Summers and Austin Summers; several great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, Frank, Lester, and Roy Ashburn; two sisters, Hilda Madden and Ada May Ashburn, in infancy; and a son-in-law, Billy Moore., Richard was a veteran of the U.S. Army, serving during World War II. He then worked for Illinois B & O Railroad, before becoming a cutter in the steel industry. He was employed several years by American Steel in Madison County as well as other area steel mills. He was a member of the Farm Bureau and the NRA. He enjoyed the outdoors and loved to fish and hunt, especially coon hunting., Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday at Airsman-Hires Funeral Home in Pittsfield. Burial with military honors will be at Green Pond Cemetery near Pearl. Family will meet friends 5-8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Memorials gifts are suggested to Missouri Crippled Children's Services. Condolences may be sent to the family at, Airsman-Hires Funeral Home in Pittsfield is in charge of arrangements. |
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Rick D. Christner, 61, LeClaire, died Sunday, May 8, 2011, at Genesis West, Davenport.A memorial gathering will be 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at Boll's Community Center, Princeton, Iowa. He was born July 2, 1949, in
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Rita Cannariato, 90 ROCKFORD - Rita Cannariato, 90, died peacefully Friday, May 6, 2011. Born Feb. 14, 1921, in Milwaukee, the daughter of Michael and Frances Prioletta. Lifelong member of St. Anthony Church. Survived by daughter, Roseann; sons and daughters-in-law, Dr. Bernard (Susan) and Michael (Anne); cherished grandchildren, Sam, Bernie, Nick and Maggie; special niece, Frances Sola; numerous other nieces and nephews; and many friends, especially her lifelong comare, Rose Zammuto. Predeceased by her loving husband, Sam in 2006; mother, Frances; sister, Angelina; father, Michael; daughter, Rosemary; and other sisters and brothers-in-law Mary (Edward) Paris, Catherine (Louis) Provasi, Joanne (Augie) Sacco; brother, John Prioletta; and nephew, Gene Sola. Special thanks to her caregivers for their compassion and care during these past several months. She will be truly missed and always remembered. Funeral Mass at 10 a.m. Wednesday, May 11, 2011, in St. Anthony Church, with the Franciscan Friars officiating. Entombment in St. Mary Cemetery. Arrangements by Gasparini & Oliveri Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 707 Marchesano Drive. To send condolences, visit |
Cooney, Robert Thomas Age 82. Beloved husband of the late Antoinette Cooney; loving father of Pat Tobiaski; cherished grandfather of Terri (David) Miazga, Becky (Coby) Crowell and Kathy (Jeremy) Shultz. Proud great-grandfather of C.J. Jr., Toby and Kaitlin. Visitation Tuesday 5 to 8 p.m. at Kolbus-John V. May Funeral Home, 6857 W. Higgins Avenue, Chicago. Funeral Prayers Wednesday, 9:30 a.m. to Immaculate Conception Church for Mass of Christian Burial l0:00 a.m. Interment St. Adalbert Cemetery. For info 773-774-3232 or |
Robert D. Larson, 80 ROCKFORD - Robert D. Larson, 80, passed away peacefully Thursday, May 5, 2011, surrounded by his family. Born Jan. 30, 1931, in Rockford, the son of George and Lillian Larson. He was a U.S. veteran of the Navy, serving during the, . Married his loving wife, Jeanine Youngberg, on Nov. 28, 1952, in Rockford and enjoyed 58 years of many wonderful adventures with each other, their children and grandchildren. He took great pride in his life's work as the past president of Youngberg Industries in Belvidere, semi-retiring in the '90s. Bob loved to return to the shop to visit his many cherished and longtime friends that he had built relationships with over the years. His love for his family and friends gave him great joy throughout his life. He never had an idle moment as he enjoyed spending time fishing, going "up north," planting flowers, woodworking, shopping at home centers, lending a hand and talking to just about anyone that crossed his path. He was a Mason, Shriner and an avid Green Bay Packers fan. He was a great man who will be missed by all who loved and knew him. Survivors include his wife, Jeanine; children, Tom (Denise) Larson, Bill (LaRae) Larson, Mike (Kami) Larson, Joan (John) O'Malley and Lynette (Todd) Spears; grandchildren, Beth (Ryan) Newberry, Erica (Nate Welte) Larson, Kari (Mark) Clarey, Zac and Alex Larson, Kellen, Brett and Ann O'Malley, Tory, Tyler and Trevor Spears; great-grandchildren, Brieann Welte and Emma Clarey; sister, Carol Rion; and several nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his parents; sister, Phyllis; and brother, Roger. The family would like to thank Dr. Tom Michalsen and Dr. Ajaz Khan for their continued care and support, and the many nurses and staff at OSF Saint Anthony Hospital and Cancer Center. A celebration of Bob's life will be at 5 p.m. Monday, May 23, in Franchesco's Restaurant, 7128 Spring Creek Road. Please join the family and share your wonderful memories, moments and stories about Bob in an open-house atmosphere. Express condolences online at |
Ross, Robert V. Of McHenry, formerly Chicago. Passed away Wednesday, May 4, 2011 at the age of 82 years. He will be sadly missed by his wife of 62 years, Elizabeth (nee Freepartner), children: Karen (Dana) Ueda, Robert K (MaryAnn), Laura (John) Kemic, grandchildren: Rebecca (John) Janeteas, Eric, Justin, John, Kayla, and Ingrid, great-grandchildren: Catherine, John, and Vincent, sister, Alverda Bochniak along with many other dear relatives and friends. Robert was preceded in death by his siblings Lorraine Conway, Harold, and Patricia Sill. Retired carpenters union. Services are private. The family is served by Arbor Gate Funeral and Cremation 608-848-9227. |
McHENRY – Robert V. Ross, 82, of McHenry and formerly of Chicago, passed away Wednesday, May 4, 2011., He retired from the carpenter's union., He will be sadly missed by his wife of 62 years, Elizabeth, nee Freepartner; his children, Karen (Dana) Ueda, Robert K. (MaryAnn) and Laura (John) Kemic; his grandchildren, Rebecca (John) Janeteas, Eric, Justin, John, Kayla and Ingrid; his great-grandchildren, Catherine, John and Vincent; his sister, Alverda Bochniak; and many other dear relatives and friends., He was preceded in death by his siblings, Lorraine Conway, Harold and Patricia Sill., Services will be private., For information, call Arbor Gate Funeral and Cremation Service at 608-848-9227. |
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Rodger Eugene Kelley Jr., 48, Davenport, died May 6, 2011, in Davenport. Services are 2:30 p.m. Thursday at Runge, Davenport. Burial is at Davenport Memorial Park. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. Wednesday.He was born July 7, 1962.
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LEXINGTON — Roger A. Heuer, 69, of Lexington died at 12:25 p.m. Saturday (May 7, 2011) at Advocate Bromenn Medical Center, Normal. |
Roger Swanson, 89 ROCKFORD - Roger Swanson, 89, of Rockford died Friday, May 6, 2011, in SwedishAmerican Hospital. Born Feb. 22, 1922, in Rockford, the son of Oscar and Esther (Gustafson) Swanson. He married Frances O. Owens on Oct. 2, 1943, in Rockford; she died Sept. 20, 2000. He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. Roger worked for the Rockford Board of Education. He was a member of Temple Baptist Church and grew up attending Tabor Lutheran Church. Roger enjoyed bowling, antiques, traveling and being with his family. He is survived by his son, Mark Swanson of Arlington Heights. Predeceased by his son, Roger O. "Skip"; and sister, Ruth Nelson. Service at 10 a.m. Thursday, May 12, in Olson Funeral & Cremation Services Ltd., Fred C. Olson Chapel, 1001 Second Ave., with the Rev. Jay Quinn officiating. Burial in Arlington Memorial Park. Visitation from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 11, in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorials to, , 4312 E. State St., Rockford, IL 61108. To share a memory or condolence, visit |
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Ronald R. Goetzel, 73, of Blue Grass, passed away Sunday, May 8, 2011, at Genesis Medical Center, West Campus, Davenport.A memorial service will be held at a later date. Wheelan-Pressly Funeral Home, Rock Island, is assisting the family.
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BUSHNELL - Ronald W. Paul, 68, Wyaconda, Mo., died at 11:30 p.m. Thursday (May 5, 2011) near Wyaconda., Funeral will be at 4 p.m. Wednesday at Martin-Hollis Funeral Home, Bushnell, with Rev. Ron Green officiating. Visitation will be 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Cremation will be accorded after the service. Burial will be later in Bushnell Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Wyaconda Fire Department. |
DECATUR - Rose Mary Filisky, 97, Decatur, retired Ralph's Pub co-owner/operator, died Friday (May 6, 2011). Memorial services: 2 p.m. Thursday, Star of Hope Mausoleum, with "Flight Home" ceremony. Visitation: 5 to 7 p.m. Monday, Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home. Memorials: Holy Family Catholic Church. Send condolences: |
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Rosemary (Doyle) James, 85, died Wednesday morning, Feb. 23, 2011, at Christiana Hospital after an illness with cancer. On Sept. 30, 1925, she was born in Jacksonville, Ill., to James M. and Edna M. (Young) Doyle. She grew up in Alton and graduated... |
Rosemary L. Balzer, 87, of Quincy, died May 8, 2011, in Blessing Hospital. The Duker and Haugh Funeral Home is handling arrangements. |
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OCONEE - Russell Allen "Bud" Carter, 75, Oconee,, veteran and retired from Caterpillar Inc., died Friday (May 6, 2011). Graveside services: 7 a.m. Monday, Oconee Mound Cemetery, with military rites. Visitation was Sunday. Arrangements by: McCracken-Dean Funeral Home, Pana. Memorials: Pana Community Hospital Foundation for Hospice, Pana Education Foundation or cancer Care Specialists of Central Illinois. Send condolences: |
MOUNT VERNON - Ruth Elizabeth Pigg, 94, died at 9:26 p.m. Saturday, May 7, 2011, in St. Mary Good Samaritan Hospital in Mount Vernon., Services will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday in Hughey Funeral Home in Mount Vernon, with the Rev. Steve Dunford and the Rev. Jim Duncan officiating. Burial will be in Mount Vernon Memorial Gardens in Woodlawn. Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home., Memorials may be made to East Side Baptist Church in Mount Vernon. |
Ruth (Cook) Snygg, 83 ROCKFORD - Ruth (Cook) Snygg, 83, of Rockford passed away Friday, May 6, 2011, while holding hands with her husband of 53 years. Born June 17, 1927, in Janesville, Wis. Ruth met Richard E. Snygg while working at National Lock Co.; they married June 23, 1958. Over the years, she worked at Parker Pen, National Lock, Rock River Towers and as a self-employed cleaning lady. Ruth went back to school and earned her GED from Rock Valley College at the age of 63. Though born of German and French descent, she took classes at Rock Valley College to learn to read and speak in Swedish upon graduation. Ruth translated numerous documents for families of Swedish decent. She is the beloved mother of Darrell (Debi) Snygg and Diana (Jeff) Williams; and grandmother to Brian, Scott, Seth and Hannah. She took great pride in her four grandchildren and looked forward to spending time with them and sharing stories as they grew into young adults. For more than 50 years, she was a member of Emmanuel Lutheran Church, where she was married and baptized. Ruth was extremely involved in a variety of activities and organizations. She was an active member of John Erickson/Corona Lodge 23 for more than 50 years. She was a charter member of the Swedish Culture Society and long-time member of the Swedish Historical Society. Ruth served as the public relations officer for the Kishwaukee Genealogy Society and was a board member for the Winnebago Sight and Hearing Organization. Also a member of the Rockford Historical Society and Midway Village, an active supporter of Right to Life participating in several marches. As a cancer survivor, Ruth was active in the Saint Anthony Cancer Survivors Society. Although Ruth lacked cooking skills, she loved to feast on Swedish food, enjoying good food with family and friends. Ruth desired to be outdoors and loved flowers, birds and fishing. She spent many years enjoying time with family and friends at her cottage on Clear Lake, Milton, Wis. During Ruth's life, she was blessed with endless experiences but never learned to drive. Although her husband and brothers made several unsuccessful attempts, giving up after she drove on the wrong side of the road, hit a tree and drove off a bridge. These adventures made her destined to be a passenger. Ruth's childhood was difficult as she grew up and lived in numerous foster homes and foster farms. She moved from Janesville, Wis., to Rockford in 1954, living at the Girls Residence until marrying in 1958. Ruth and Richard were foster parents for an infant girl before having their own children. She greatly loved her children and was very involved in their actives. She was a den mother for Pack 387 and served as a room mother. She always looked forward to attending her children's activities. Ruth loved everyone she met and was always cheerful with a kind word. She spent her final year at St. Anne Provena Nursing Home and had many special relationships with the staff and residences. She is survived by her husband, Richard; children, Darrell (Debi) Snygg and Diana (Jeff) Williams; brother, Howard; sister, Dorothy (Ray) Erb; grandchildren, Brian, Scott, Seth and Hannah; sister-in-law, Dorothy Cook; numerous nieces and nephews, including several originally from Rockford, Debbie (Bill) Oliver, Mark Snygg, Valerie Loy, Cindy (Ashoka) Bhargave, Rhonda Nelson and Kathy Snygg; also great-nieces and great-nephews. Ruth is predeceased by her brothers, Raymond Jr. (Evelyn), Charlie, John, Robert, Lyle, Lawrence and Roy; sister, Joan Kerl; brother-in-law, Robert "Lavern" Snygg; sisters-in-law, Lillian Snygg and Eunice Cook. Service at 11 a.m. Wednesday, May 11, in Emmanuel Lutheran Church, 920 Third Ave., with the Rev. Sandi Olson Decker officiating. Burial in Scandinavian Cemetery. Visitation from 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 10, in Olson Funeral & Cremation Services Ltd., Fred C. Olson Chapel, 1001 Second Ave. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Provena St. Anne Center, 4405 Highcrest Road, Rockford, IL 61107; or Heartland Hospice, 6885 Vista Green Way, Unit C, Rockford, IL 61107. To share a memory or condolence, visit |
Ryan 'Ryno' Halverson, 35 ROCKFORD - Ryan "Ryno" Halverson, 35, of Rockford died unexpectedly Friday, May 6, 2011, in his home. He was born Dec. 6, 1975, in Belvidere to Warren "Joe" Halverson and Glenda (Osborn) Lorenzini. He married Christa M. Shue on April 3, 2000, in Belvidere. Ryan is survived by wife, Christa of Rockford; son, Cody Gibson of Garden Prairie; mother, Glenda (Ted) Lorenzini of Belvidere; sister, Holly Halverson of Belvidere; brother, Jason (Dawn) Halverson of Bridgeport, Ala.; maternal grandparents, Gene and Joyce Wilson; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. He is preceded in death by his father, Warren "Joe" Halverson; paternal grandmother, Beulah Halverson; maternal grandfather, Jack Osborn; aunt, Linda Halverson; and cousin, Dustin Dickason. Service at 11 a.m. Tuesday, May 10, in Buck-Wheeler-Hyland Funeral Home, 218 W. Hurlbut Ave.; the Rev. Bryan Robyn, pastor of Open Bible Church, will officiate. Burial in Belvidere Cemetery. Visitation from 5 to 8 p.m. Monday, May 9, in the funeral home. To express condolences, visit |
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Dorothy T. Ryan, age 95, of McHenry, at rest May 7, 2011. Beloved wife of the late Cornelius (May 28, 1984); loving mother of Daniel ..... |
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Alverta K. Stott, nee Klafta , 88, of Wilmette, May 7, 2011. Wife of the late Hubert; mother of Karen (Sedrick) Harris, and the late ..... |
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Dr. Richard K. Sullivan died May 5, 2011 at Hospice of the Valley Eckstein Center. He was born April 23, 1944 in Chicago, IL. ..... |
DECATUR - Sadie May Miller, 85, Decatur, died Feb. 15, 2011. Services: 10:45 a.m. Thursday, Lockart-Green Funeral Home, Shelbyville. Burial: Glenwood Cemetery, Shelbyville. Send condolences: |
McIntyre, Sandra L. (nee Mansell). Beloved Mother of Diana Worsech, Steve (Denise), Bryon and Nick McIntyre. Loving grandmother of Matthew, Derek and Andrew. Dear Sister of Carol (Mike) Hassett and Robert "Bad" Mansell. Fond Daughter of the late Robert "Bob" and Loretta "Lorraine" Mansell. Visitation Tuesday from 3:00-9:00 p.m. Funeral Wednesday 10:00 a.m. from the Robert J. Sheehy & Sons Funeral Home, 4950 W. 79th St., Burbank, IL to St. Albert the Great Church Mass 10:30 a.m. Interment St. Mary Cemetery. Donations to the |
Briskman, Sarah nee Shiner, forever young, beloved wife of the late Sydney; loving mother of Robert (Sharon) Briskman, Ethel (Joel) Handler and the late Arnold (Ronnie) Briskman; devoted grandmother of Pamela (Randy Weiner) Briskman, Jill (Paul Greenberg) Briskman, Betsy Briskman, Brooke (Marc) Lawrence, Stephanie Handler, Adam Handler, Melissa (Jonathan Rosenband) Briskman, Jacob Briskman and Danielle Briskman; great-grandmother of eight; sister of the late Sam (Roslyn) Shiner and the late Phyllis (late Sidney) Kramer; sister-in-law of the late Sam (late Buryl) Briskman and the late Ann (late Ben) Elvove; fond aunt to many. Graveside service and interment Monday 12 PM at Westlawn Cemetery, 7801 W. Montrose, Norridge. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, |
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Elisabeth Semler, nee Holzapfel ; beloved wife of the late Thomas Semler; dear mother of Frank Semler, Elisabeth (Leopold) Defort; cherished grandmother of Monica (Armin) ..... |
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Grossenbacher, Shirley C. (nee O'Brien) Beloved wife of the late Gordon; loving mother of Gordon (Kathy), John (Kathy), Debbie (Ed) Carone and Barb (Rob) Cebulski; devoted grandmother of Alison (Mike) Maggio, Mike, Heidi Grossenbacher, Amanda, Ed, Dan Carone and Calee Cebulski; cherished great-grandmother of Mikey Maggio and Riley Carone; dear sister of Dee, Lovey and the late Marge and Jim; aunt and great-aunt of many. Visitation Tuesday 3-9:00 pm. Funeral Wednesday 10:30 am at Andrew J. McGann & Son Funeral Home 10727 S. Pulaski Road. Interment St. Mary Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations to |
White, Shirley M. Beloved wife of the late James. Loving mother of Sharon (The late Don Kowal and the late Robert) Muellner and Jim (Linda). Dearest Grandmother of 6, Great Grandmother of 7 and Great-Great Grandmother of 1. Fond sister of the late Carol Fredricksen. Funeral Service 10:00 A.M. Wednesday May 11, at Baran Funeral Home 2644-46 N., Central Ave. Interment Oakridge Cemetery. Member of Ladies Auxiliary of Montclare-Leydon |
He was born on June 19, 1947, in Quincy, a son of Clarence "Jim" and Alice Kriegshauser Wear., Stan was honorably discharged from the United States Air Force. He enjoyed reading and cooking., Stan was a graduate of St. John Grade School and Christian Brothers High School. He received his bachelor degree in political science from Quincy College in 1974. He also received his surveying certificate from Quincy Technical Schools so that while attending college he worked full time for the City of Quincy in the engineering department. While in the engineering department he named a subdivision street after his daughter., Stan worked for several years for his brother, Ronald Wear, at R&W Antiques. He traveled to the East Coast and was able to network with many antique dealers from across the nation. It was during this time that Stan discovered his passion for the antique business. He later left Quincy for the East Coast and lived in Poughkeepsie, N.Y. and worked there for Social Services. Later he moved to South Florida and worked for Broward County Social Services in the Fort Lauderdale office. After this he was employed by the Avanti Nursing Home in Boca Raton, Fla., as their office manager. Stan then returned to Quincy and was able to open his own antique shop in Palmyra, Mo. He attended many local and out of state auctions., Stan is survived by his mother, Alice Wear of Quincy; two children, Jennifer Benton and her husband, Rigoberto, of St. Paul, Minn., and James Wear of Fort Lauderdale, Fla.; three grandchildren, Kali Benton, Fabiana Vazquez and Alex Vazquez; and one brother, Ronald Wear and his wife, Wilma, of Taylor, Mo., He was preceded in death by his father., SERVICES: 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday in the East Lake Room of the Fairfield Inn in Quincy. Per his wishes, Mr. Wear donated his body to medical science., MEMORIALS: In lieu of flowers memorials may be given to Blessing Foundation for Hospice., ARRANGEMENTS: Duker and Haugh Funeral Home. |
GALESBURG - Stanley G. Courtright, 83, Galesburg, died at 10:25 p.m. Saturday (May 7, 2011) at Galesburg Cottage Hospital., Hurd-Hendricks Funeral Homes & Crematory, Knoxville, is in charge of arrangements. |
Stuart Althaus, 95, of Mendota died May 7, 2011, in his home. |
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Vivian A. Thoele, age 85, of La Grange. Beloved wife of the late Henry "Hank" P. Thoele; fond mother of Edward (Cathy Riebel) Thoele and ..... |
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GALESBURG - Mr. Thomas David "Dave" Richards, 63, 1661 N. Academy St. Galesburg, died Friday May 6, 2011, at 6:15 p.m. at his home., He was born Aug. 25, 1947, in Washington, D.C., the son of Thomas Jefferson and Dorothy Gray Sisson Richards. He married Denise Cherrington in Galesburg on Sept. 20, 1975., Dave is survived by his wife, Denise; mother and father Eugene and Dorothy Fleming of White Stone, Va.; one son, Kevin Richards of Galesburg; one brother, Mark and Cathy Fleming of Charlotte Hall, Md.; one sister, Phyllis and Brad Pinckney of Clements, Md.; and one sister-in-law, Patty Fleming. He was preceded in death by his father, Thomas Richards. One brother, Matt Fleming, died in 2009., He graduated from Duval High School in 1966. He served two tours in Vietnam in the, from 1966 to 1969, attaining the rank of corporal. He worked for Sieg Company and later the Parts House for 16 years, retiring in 1999. Dave was a member of First Church of God and the American Legion in Fairfax, Iowa. He was an avid car enthusiast, loved drag racing and built a 1966 Cobra replica car., Funeral will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday, May 10, 2011, at First Church of God, with the Rev. Dennis McQuown officiating. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery, with military rites by Ralph M. Noble American Legion Post 285. Visitation will be 5 to 7 p.m. today at Hinchliff-Pearson-West Chapel. Memorials may be made to First Church of God or Prairieland Animal Welfare Center. Online condolences may be made at |
MATTOON - Troy N. Thomason, 47, Mattoon, Wal-Mart employee, died Friday (May 6, 2011). Services: 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, Mitchell-Jerdan Funeral Home, Mattoon. Visitation: 10 to 11:30 a.m. Tuesday. Burial: Dodge Grove Cemetery, Mattoon. Memorials:, . Send condolences: |
Ervin, Valinda S. (nee Pearce) Passed away at her residence, Saturday, May 7, 2011. Age 56 years. Survived by her children Nicole Ervin and Terry Ervin. Two grandchildren Isabella and Aden. Four sisters Marsha Schultz, Karen (Thomas) Damratowski, Verna Pearce and Arla (Robert) Melhorn. A brother Vernon (Suzy) Pearce. Also several nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by her parents Eugene and Geraldine Pearce, a nephew James Schultz (June 2010) Valinda was a born in Joliet on August 20, 1954. She graduated from Joliet Township East High School class of 1973. She has been employed with Hollywood Casino, formerly Empress Casino, since opening. Visitation will be held at the Carlson-Holmquist-Sayles Funeral Home, 2320 Black Road, Tuesday, May 10 from 4:00 8:00 P.M. |
MOUNT VERNON - Verna Alice Hamment, 95, died at 1:15 p.m. Friday, May 6, 2011, at her residence., Graveside services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday in Bethel Memorial Cemetery in Mount Vernon, with the Rev. Bud Storey officiating. Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at Hughey Funeral Home in Mount Vernon., Memorials may be made to Epworth United Methodist Church in Mount Vernon. |
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Rantoul – Services to celebrate the life of Vernice McDonald, 70, of Rantoul will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, May 10, at the Grove Street Church of God In Christ, 501 E. Grove St., Champaign, with the Eld. Robert L. Perry officiating. The remains will be placed in repose at 1 p.m. read more |
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Virginia C. 'Ginger' Sforza, 66 ROCKFORD - Virginia C. "Ginger" Sforza, 66, of Rockford passed away Friday, May 6, 2011, in her home, surrounded by her family. Born March 31, 1945, in Rockford, the daughter of Eugene and Marie (Crawford) Glawe. Married Howard N. Sforza Jr. on June 26, 1965, in Rockford. Member of Third Presbyterian Church, sang in the choir and was a member of the Peace Corps. She loved her pets, enjoyed gardening and was a member of the Red Hat Society. Survived by her husband, Howard; children, Steven Sforza and Angela Flores, both of Rockford; grandchildren, Dakoda and Gabriella, both of Rockford; siblings, Robert, Larry and Mary, all of California, Barbara of Oregon and Pauline of Roscoe. Predeceased by her parents; and brother, Thomas. Service at 11 a.m. Wednesday, May 11, in Third Presbyterian Church, 1221 Custer Ave., with visitation one hour before service time. Burial in Willwood Burial Park. Arrangements by Advantage Funeral & Cremation Services. Send tributes to the family at |
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Joseph J. Wajda, 91, at rest May 6, 2011; beloved husband of the late Veronica, nee Graca; loving father of Dennis (Vicki), Jeff (Debbie) and ..... |
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Wanda Fay Counts, 70, died at 11:44 a.m. Sunday, May 8, 2011, at her home. She was born May 14, 1940, in Greene County to Luther and Lorene (Dilks) Counts, who are both deceased. She was a homemaker. Survivors include one daughter and son-in-law,... |
CAMPBELL HILL - Wilbert E. Ehlers, 86, died at 12:12 p.m. Friday, May 6, 2011, in Coulterville Care Center., Services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday in Wilson's Funeral Home in Ava, with the Rev. Jeff Tucker officiating. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery in Campbell Hill. Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. today and 7:30 to 11 a.m. Tuesday at the funeral home., Memorials may be made to Hospice of Southern Illinois. |
Coughlin, William J. Jr. Beloved husband of Deborah nee Brown. Loving father of William (Karen), Daniel Coughlin, Karyn (Mohamed) Rahal and Robert (Kellie) Coughlin. Dearest grandfather of 16. Fond brother of Nancy (Richard) Poshard and Michael (Donna) Coughlin a.k.a. my little man. Visitation Tuesday 9 a.m. until time of service 12 noon at Foran Funeral Home 7300 W. Archer Avenue (55th St. just West of Harlem). Cremation Private. For information 708-458-0208 or |
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William E. Holland, 88, died at 4:30 a.m. Monday, May 9, 2011, at Eunice Smith Nursing Home. Born Dec. 21, 1922, in Gallatin County, Ill., he was the son of Otto and Dora (Starkey) Holland. He served in the Marine Corps during World War II and... |
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Seymour Zimmerman, age 85, devoted son of the late Nathan and Betty Zimmerman; loving brother of William (Constance) Zimmerman; devoted uncle of Dr. Neal ..... |
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