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CARBONDALE -- Agnes Doyle Smith, 84, died at 12:10 p.m. June 6, 2011, in Carbondale Rehab and Nursing Center., Arrangements are incomplete at Crain Pleasant Grove Murdale Funeral Home. |
Alice was born April 20, 1921, in Carthage, a daughter of Lawrence Colville and Stella Golden Paris Cherrill. Alice married Edward Mimka Habben on Dec. 24, 1942, in Kahoka, Mo., She graduated from Carthage High School and went on to receive her teaching degree at Carthage College. She later went on to get her master's degree in elementary education. She served as a teacher for 28 years. Her first teaching job was in a one-room schoolhouse; she then went on to teach in Carthage, Elvaston and Hamilton., Alice was a member of the United Methodist Church in Carthage and Delta Kappa Gamma. She enjoyed crossword puzzles and spending time with her family and grandchildren., Alice is survived by a daughter, Mary Anne (Bernard) Taus of Carthage; three grandchildren, Alex, John and Alyson; one niece, Susan Ende; a great-niece, Cathy (Jeff) Codd and a great-great-niece, Casey; a great-nephew, Curt (Ellen) Mumpower and a great-great-great-niece, Abbie., She was preceded in death by her parents and one sister, Mary Agnes Habben., SERVICES: 2 p.m. Thursday in the Printy Funeral Home in Carthage with burial to follow in Moss Ridge Cemetery in Carthage., VISITATION: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday in the funeral home with family present from noon to 2 p.m., or the Illinois Literacy Foundation., ARRANGEMENTS: Printy Funeral Home of Carthage. |
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CRYSTAL LAKE – Angela "Angel" O'Toole, nee Becker, 50, of Crystal Lake, passed away peacefully Saturday, June 4, 2011, at Pepper Family Hospice in Barrington, surrounded by her family., She was born Sept. 26, 1960, in Chicago, to Elmer and Sophie (Myszkowski) Becker., She graduated from Hubbard High School in Chicago and Bradley University. She was a financial manager for Allstate Insurance for 22 years. She loved reading, theater and traveling, recently to Mexico, but mostly enjoyed spending time with her children., She was the beloved wife of 25 years to Michael O'Toole, whom she married Aug. 31, 1985; loving mother of Sara and Ryan; dear sister of Denise (Dave) Lenihan and Paul (Laurie) Becker; and adored aunt of many nieces and nephews., She was preceded in death by her parents., The visitation will be from 3 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, June 8, at Davenport Family Funeral Home, 419 E. Terra Cotta Ave. (Route 176), Crystal Lake. Prayers will be said at 10 a.m. Thursday, June 9, at the funeral home. Mass of Christian Burial celebration will follow at 10:30 a.m. at St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church, 451 W. Terra Cotta Ave., Crystal Lake. Interment will be in St. Michael the Archangel Cemetery, Palatine., In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice of Northeastern Illinois, 405 Lake Zurich Road, Barrington, IL 60010; or, Breast Cancer, 8765 W. Higgins Road No. 401, Chicago, IL 60631., For information, call 815-459-3411. Condolences may be left at |
Feldman, Ann L. Ann L. Feldman, nee Moskovitz, age 93, of Aventura, FL, formerly of Chicago, IL; beloved wife of the late Max; loving mother of Francine "Cookie" Bloom, Lois (Mark) Just and the late Shel (the late Eve) Feldman; dearest grandmother of Nikki (Tim) Boyle, Alexis (Ken) Poss, Bret (Marcy) Just and Sloan (Robert Guarino) Just; cherished great grandmother of Mitchel and Evelyn Boyle, Evan, Jenna, Talia and Owen Just, Adrian and Cameron Poss and Stella Guarino. Life-long member of Na'Amat. Graveside service Thursday, 11 a.m. at Shalom Memorial Park, XIB Hebron, Rand & Wilke Rds, Arlington Heights. In lieu of flowers, contributions to the Shel Feldman Endowment at |
She was born Oct. 18, 1926 in Jacksonville, a daughter of Earl and Anna V. (Jefferson) Rickard. She married Loren B. "Buck" Brown on April 28, 1956 in Quincy. He died Feb. 13, 2000., Mrs. Brown was a licensed beautician for more than 50 years in the Quincy area, working for the Key Beauty Salon and for Mr. Roberts. Anna May received her GED when she was 62 years old. She was also a graduate of the Quincy Beauty Academy. She was of the Christian Faith. Anna May loved to crochet., She is survived by two daughters, Krista Sullivan and her husband, James, of Manchester, N.H. and Gloria Jean Kinkade and her husband, David, of Waterloo, Iowa; five grandchildren, Jeff Sullivan, Jimmy Sullivan, Kimberly Schafer and her husband Paul, Lee Ann Kinkade and her husband Vernon and John Gareth Kinkade and his wife Jean; and seven great-grandchildren, Logan Schafer, Loren Kinkade, David V. Kinkade, Sabbits "Corey" Shutt, Kristin Lee Kinkade, Nicholas Kinkade and Nathan Kinkade., In addition to her husband, Anna May was also preceded in death by her parents; and a sister, Lorene Tipsword., SERVICES: 11 a.m. Wednesday in the Duker and Haugh Funeral Home. Burial will be in Quincy Memorial Park., VISITATION: From 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday in the funeral home., MEMORIALS: To the wishes of the family., ARRANGEMENTS: Duker and Haugh Funeral Home. |
HUNTLEY – Arthur A. Wechet, 80, of Sun City, Huntley, passed away Wednesday, June 1, 2011, at Alexian Brothers Medical Center in Elk Grove Village., He was born July 11, 1930, in Chicago, to Arthur and Gertrude (Dorsch) Wechet. He was a U.S., veteran. On Dec. 7, 1974, he married Carole Russi in Evanston., He was employed with Clow Corp. in Bensenville for 19 years, where he was the general foreman in the foundry. After his retirement, he went to work at the Waukegan School District 60 as the head custodian for 14 years. In addition, he was the owner of Arts Figurines in Zion., He was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church in Huntley and was a member of the Waukegan Moose Lodge. He was a music lover and enjoyed dancing. He loved the outdoors and camping. He was a talented figurine painter and a true perfectionist. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather, who loved spending time with his family and his special companion, Heidi., He is survived by his wife, Carole; his children, Christopher (Heather) Wechet of Cary and Debbie (Kurt) Meyn of Elk Grove Village; his grandchildren, Samantha and Brandon Meyn and Aidan, Logan and Cameron Wechet; his sister-in-law, JoAnn (Wolfgang) Stein; a niece, Jackie Satzke; a nephew, Kevin (Cheryl) Stein; and his great-niece and -nephew, Nicholas and Faith Satzke., He was preceded in death by his parents., The memorial visitation will be from 9:30 a.m. until the 10:30 a.m. service Friday, June 10, at St. Mary Catholic Church, 10307 Huntley/Dundee Road, Huntley., For information, call James A. O'Connor Funeral Home at 847-669-5111. |
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Virginia "Ginny" Lea Brooks, 82, passed away Friday, June 3, 2011. She was born Aug. 28, 1928 to Violet Mae and Earl Ancil Fawks. Her ..... |
Barbara was born May 17, 1928 in Quincy, a daughter of Benjamin Earl and Doris Golden Bauer. She married James Donald "Don" Garmer on Nov. 22, 1947 in Quincy. He died July 6, 2009., Barbara was a graduate of Gem City Business College. She was employed by Moorman Mfg. in the accounting department until 1955. She loved visiting Florida during the winter and attended the Palmetto Presbyterian Church in Palmetto, Fla. Barbara enjoyed golf and taking cruises with her husband, Don., Survivors include her daughter, Jill A. (Greg) Wright of Silex, Mo.; her son, James E. (Sherri) Garmer of Mendon; four grandchildren, Jason (Nicole) Wright of Wentzville, Mo., Travis (Katie) Wright of St. Paul, Mo., Matthew Garmer of Franklin, Wis. and Sarah Garmer of Lawrence, Kan.; two great-grandchildren, Owen Wright of St. Paul and Makenzie Wright of Wentzville., Barbara was also preceded in death by her parents., SERVICES: 10 a.m. Tuesday in the Hansen-Spear Funeral Home with the Rev. Tom Henderson conducting. Burial in Greenmount Cemetery, VISITATION: From 4 to 7 p.m. Monday at Hansen-Spear Funeral Home. |
OLNEY - Barbara Jourdan, 72, Olney, former Richland County Abstract Co. employee, died Friday (June 3, 2011). Services: 10 a.m. Tuesday, Summers-Kistler Funeral Home, Olney. Visitation was Monday. Burial: Crest Haven Cemetery, Claremont. Memorials: Hospice of Southeastern Illinois. Send condolences: |
Born Nov. 4, 1933 in Quincy, Barb was a daughter of Carl John and Mary Louise Rupp Blickhan., Mrs. Perry was employed as a medical technologist at St. Mary's Hospital for 33 years before retiring from Blessing Hospital in 1995., She was a 1951 graduate of Quincy High School and attended Quincy College. She was an avid sports enthusiast and loved the St. Louis Cardinals., Barb was a member of St. Thomas Catholic Church, the Altar Society and Adams County Home Extension. As a child she was involved in 4-H, Rural Youth and enjoyed participating at the Adams County Fair., She enjoyed playing Pinochle with a close group of friends in Camp Point for over 50 years. Barb was a devoted mother and grandmother who cherished family and friends., Surviving is a daughter, Betsy Perry of St. Louis; two sons, Ted Perry of Lawson, Mo. and Tod Perry (Rachel) of Camp Point; a sister-in-law, Shirley Perry of Cambria, Wis.; eight grandchildren, Alex and Augie Perry, Maggie and Abbie Perry and Mary Scot, Malachi, Elizabeth and Elijah Perry; a brother, Carl John Blickhan of Quincy; and several nieces and nephews., She was preceded in death by her parents; and a son, Timothy Perry., SERVICES: 10 a.m. Monday in St. Thomas Catholic Church, Camp Point, by the Rev. Thomas Henseler. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Camp Point., VISITATION: From 4 to 8 p.m. today in the church. A rosary service will be held at the conclusion of the visitation., or St. Thomas Catholic Church., ARRANGEMENTS: The Lummis Hamilton Funeral Home, Camp Point. |
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Bernard was born Sept. 26, 1937, in Tell City, Ind., a son of Edward and Ethel Vaughn Froehlich. He married Sharon Hall on Sept. 19, 1959, in Palmyra, Mo. She survives., Bernard served in the U.S. Army for 20 years. He served in Germany, Korea and in Vietnam during the war, and retired on Sept. 20, 1975. He was then employed by Quincy Soybean Co. for 10 years and was the cafeteria manager. He and Sharon then owned the Flying Inn for 10 years. Slim worked in the dietary department of Illinois Veterans Home until his retirement in 1999., He loved woodworking, reading and shooting pool. He especially loved being with his grandchildren later in life., Survivors also include two sons, Bernard J. (Linda) Froehlich Jr. of Huntsville, Al., and Tony R. (Michelle) Froehlich of Rolla, Mo.; six grandchildren, Bernard J. (Jackie) Froehlich III of Pensacola, Fla., Christina Leigh Froehlich of Douglasville, Ga., Nicole Froehlich (fiance Nate Ebbing) of Quincy, and Aaron, Aarika and Alexis Froehlich, all of Rolla; three great-grandchildren; seven brothers and sisters, Bernadine Alvey of Tell City, Delores (Ron) Hahus of Tell City, Anita (Tom) White of Hawesville, Ky., Virginia White of Cannellton, Ind., Dorothy Collins of West Plains, Mo., Larry (Joyce) Froehlich of Grandview, Ind., and Don (Lois) Froehlich of Tell City; and numerous nieces and nephews., Bernard was preceded in death by his parents and a brother Bill Froehlich., SERVICES: 11 a.m. Tuesday in Sunset Cemetery in Quincy, with Rev. Steve Disseler conducting. Full military rites will be conducted by American Legion Post No. 37., VISITATION: 4 to 7 p.m. today in the Hansen-Spear Funeral Home, Quincy., MEMORIALS: Great River Honor Flights or Quincy Humane Society., ARRANGEMENTS: Hansen-Spear Funeral Home, Quincy. |
She was born Sept. 28, 1935, in Rushville, Ind., a daughter of Frank and Mary Rose Farley. She married John Edward Wubker on March 19, 1954, in Rushville, Ind., and he died Nov. 19, 2008., Bertha was a devoted member of St. John's Lutheran Church in Beardstown and assisted the pastor at Bible study at Heritage Manor South in Beardstown. She was formerly employed as a certified nurse's assistant at Myers Nursing Home and then St. Luke's Healthcare Center, both in Beardstown. She enjoyed flower gardening, and she genuinely cherished and adored her grandchildren and great-grandchildren., Surviving are four children, John Franklin (wife Shelley) Wubker of Beardstown, Shelia (husband Gary) McElfresh of Quincy, Stephan Edward (wife Lou Ann) Wubker of Beardstown and Melinda Kay (husband Michael) Varley of Bath; five grandchildren, Lucas McElfresh of Valparaiso, Ind., Kristin (husband Mark) Cook, Anna Wubker and Abby Wubker, all of Beardstown, and Michael Varley of Bath; two great-grandchildren, Kyndel Painter and Owen Cook, both of Beardstown; two brothers, Bob and Bill Farley, both of Rushville, Ind.; and two sisters, Ada Farley of Rushville, Ind., and Emmaline James of Connersville, Ind., She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; her grandson, Matthew McElfresh on May 21, 2009; two brothers, and one sister., SERVICES: 10:30 a.m. Wednesday in St. John's Lutheran Church in Beardstown. Burial will be in Beardstown City Cemetery., VISITATION: 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday in the Sager Funeral Home in Beardstown., MEMORIALS: Matthew McElfresh Scholarship Fund., ARRANGEMENTS: Sager Funeral Home, Beardstown. |
BENTON -- Betty Rose (Moore) Ehrhart, 72, of Lake Jackson, Texas, died June 2, 2011, in Flagstaff, Ariz., Services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at Hobbs-Johnson Funeral Home in Benton, with Pastor Don Jamerson officiating. Burial will be in Masonic and Odd Fellows Cemetery in Benton. Visitation will be from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home., Memorials may be made to, or The Gathering Place. |
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DECATUR - Betty L. Brookman, 60 of Decatur, passed away at 3:20 am Sunday, June 5, 2011 at Decatur Memorial Hospital with her family at her side. Betty was born October 31, 1950 in Decatur the daughter of Robert and Betty L. (Mariner) Hunter. She worked for several years as a secretary for Bachrach's. One of her greatest achievements came recently when she graduated Summa Cum Laude from Richland Community College with a degree in accounting. Betty married David L. Brookman April 8, 1978 in Decatur. Betty is survived by her husband, David L. Brookman of Decatur; daughters: Kimberly (Michael) Wright of Mt. Zion, Stephanie Brookman of Kansas City, MO, and Patty (fiancé, Randy Witt) Brookman of Oconee; 13 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren; siblings: Robert (Robin) Hunter of Decatur, Edward (Pat) Hunter of Moweaqua, Linda Bradshaw of Decatur, Chester Hunter of Branson, MO, Karen (Steve) Banks of Blue Mound and Mark (Barbie) Hunter of Decatur; many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Betty was reunited in Heaven with her parents. Services to celebrate Betty's life will be 10 am Thursday, June 9, 2011 at Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home. Visitation will be Wednesday, June 8, 2011 from 5 to 8 pm in the funeral home. Casual attire is requested. Committal services concluding with the "Flight Home" ceremony will be at the Pieta Mausoleum in Graceland Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to, . The family of Betty L. Brookman is being served by the Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home, 2091 N. Oakland Avenue, Decatur, IL. View the online obituary and send condolences to the family at www.gracelandfairlawn. com. Obituary written by family members. Online guest book at, herald-review/ |
CERRO GORDO - Beverly Ann Morgan, 67, of Cerro Gordo, died at 1:45 AM, Sunday June 5, 2011, at McKinley Court. Funeral service will be 10 AM Thursday, June 9, 2011 at Brintlinger and Earl Funeral Home, Decatur, IL. Visitation will be 5 - 7 PM Wednesday, June 8, 2011 at Brintlinger and Earl Funeral Home, Decatur, IL. Burial will be at Cerro Gordo Cemetery. Memorials: National MS Society or Cerro Gordo Legion Auxiliary. Bev was born November 29, 1943 in Edgewood, IL, the daughter of Naman and Pauline Banning. She married James Morgan August 15, 1964 in Brownstown, IL. Bev was a beautician for 25 years and owned her own shop "Bev's Salon" in Cerro Gordo. Even though she had not been able to work for years because of her MS, her past customers often told her they wish that she could still do their hair. Surviving are her husband, James; daughter, Shelly Gregory and significant other Mark Randles of La Place, IL; sister, Glenda Liggett and husband Curt of Edgewood, IL; brother, Paul Banning of Funkhouser, IL; grandchildren Matt Blickensderfer, Whitney Blickensderfer, Haley Gregory; great grandchildren Brooklyn and Bentley Blickensderfer; and several nieces and nephews. Bev was preceded in death by her parents Naman and Pauline Banning. Bev would like to thank all the wonderful people she made friends with at the Hickory Point Mall, to those of you who invited us to eat out with you, attend birthday parties, anni-versaries, the employees of the stores who helped her, those who leaned in close to listen when she had trouble talking, thank you. The family would especially like to thank Naomi, Maxine, Larry and Loretta, Susan and Carol, Larry and Shelby, Judy and John, Barb and Reno, Bud and Norma Jean and anyone else who helped make her days a little better. We would like to give special remembrance to Mary Kaye Gould who died a week before Bev. Thank you to McKinley Court for the care given to her. Condolences may be left to the family at www.brintlinger, Obituary written by family members. Online guest book at, herald-review/ |
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TAYLORVILLE - Bruno A. DeRocchi, 83, Taylorville, retired Caterpillar Inc. inspector, died Sunday (June 5, 2011). Services: 10 a.m. Wednesday, Masterson Funeral Home, Kincaid. Visitation: 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday. Burial: Oak Hill Cemetery, Taylorville. Memorials: American Parkinson's Disease Association Midwest Chapter. |
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Raymond T. Carroll Sr. Beverly antique dealer for 50 years. Beloved husband of the late Agnes, nee Minarik; loving father of Kay (Paul) Schoening, Zsa ..... |
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Guy D. Ciavarella, age 89, beloved husband of Georgia, nee Georgacakis; dearest father of Debra Nielsen and Linda Rork; cherished grandfather of Daniel Nielsen, ..... |
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Anna Cyrwus, nee Malysa . Beloved wife of Wojciech Cyrwus; loving mother of Eva (Thaddeus) Latocha, Barbara (Wesley) Kubala and Andy (Anna) Cyrwus; cherished grandmother ..... |
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Carl Eugene Legate died peacefully on June 3, 2011, at the age of 84. A man of integrity, Carl considered his children and grandchildren his most important legacy. He lived his faith daily, and was an example of compassion toward others - family,... |
McHENRY – Carol Ann Krysiak Hamann, 76, of McHenry, died Sunday, June 5, 2011 at the Hospice of Northeastern Illinois Inpatient Unit in Woodstock., She was born April 19, 1935, in Chicago, to Albert James and Ann (Raab) Mertes., Survivors include her four children, Ed Krysiak of McHenry, Evy Krysiak of Cabot, Ark., Dan (Kris) Krysiak of Johnsburg and Arnie (Karen) Krysiak Jr. of Wonder Lake; her grandchildren, Jenny, Jeanna, Mike, Joe, Tom, Amber, April, Matt and Jim; and her great-grandchildren, Destany, Kylee, Trinity, Kami, Xander, Summer, Lexi, Sophia and Faith., She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Arnold Krysiak Sr.; her brother, Albert Mertes Jr.; and her sister, Claire Trausch., The visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, June 8, at Colonial Funeral Home, 591 Ridgeview Drive, McHenry. The funeral Mass will be celebrated Thursday, June 9, at Church of Holy Apostles, 5211 W. Bull Valley Road in McHenry, with the time yet to be confirmed., Interment will be private for the family at St. Adalbert Cemetery in Niles., In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Pioneer Center for Human Services, 4001 Dayton St, McHenry, IL 60050; or Hospice of Northeastern Illinois, 405 Lake Zurich Road, Barrington, IL 60010., For information, call Colonial Funeral Home at 815-385-0063 or visit |
CAROL ANN JOHNSON, 73 ROCKFORD - Carol Ann Johnson, 73, of Rockford passed away at 1:20 p.m. Monday, May 30, 2011, at Rockford Nursing and Rehab. Born March 19, 1938, daughter of Garrett "Gus" and Annie Wright. Carol was a loving mother, grandmother and great- grandmother. She was the foundation of her family, supporting them with her unconditional love. She touched the lives of everyone around her with her warm and caring heart and true kindness toward all. Carol was a native of Rockford and returned to the area after living in Spooner, Wis., for 15 years, where she had many friends and was active in the Shell Lake Full Gospel Church. Survived by her children, Judith (Mike) Greaves, Martha Johnson and Kimberly Donoso-Lopez, all of Rockford; six grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; brother, Charlie (Sheila) Wright, and nephew, David Wright, both of Montana; niece, Lisa Wright of Washington; and many friends. Services will be private. Grace Funeral & Cremation Services is assisting the family with arrangements. |
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CHAMPAIGN – Funeral services for Carroll J.W. Drablos of Champaign will be at 12:30 p.m. Thursday, June 9, at Grace Lutheran Church, 313 South Prospect Ave., Champaign. The Rev. Roger Digges will officiate. read more |
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MURPHYSBORO -- The Lord welcomed home Charles Edward Freeman, 90, of Springfield, formerly of Murphysboro, on June 5, 2011, in St. John's Hospital., He was born Nov. 26, 1920, in Murphysboro to William O. and Dollie Jeffery Freeman., He married Earlene Raines, nearly 69 years ago, July 11, 1942. He was preceded in death by his parents, their son, Charles Edward Freeman II, and his siblings, John, Everett, Helen, Catherine and Bob., Mr. Freeman was a proud World War II veteran in the Navy, serving on two destroyers, the USS Renshaw and USS Jarvis. He was privileged to experience a Washington, D.C., trip with the Honor Flight organization. He was an independent maintenance contractor for oil companies for more than 60 years. Charles enjoyed his family, friends, working comrades and life in general. He was a great historical storyteller. Although he attended Riverton United Methodist Church, he was a member of First Christian Church in Murphysboro., He is survived by his wife, Earlene; daughter, Judith (Jerald) McCullough of Riverton; grandsons, Jay McCullough of Riverton and Jeffery (Victoria) McCullough of Rochester; great-grandsons, Austin McCullough of Riverton and Zachrey of Rochester; cousins, Tanna Robinson and Phyllis (Mike) Bergant; and several nieces and nephews., Services will be at 2:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 8, in Crain Pleasant Grove Murdale Funeral Home, with the Rev. Rick Sutton officiating with full military rites at graveside. Interment will be in Pleasant Grove Memorial Park. Visitation will be from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 8, at the funeral home., Memorial contributions may be made to First Christian Church of Murphysboro or United Methodist Church of Riverton and will be accepted at the funeral home., To leave online condolences, visit |
Green, Charles "Sid" Charles "Sid" Green age 54, lost his courageous battle to cancer on Saturday, June 4. Born on June 26, 1956 in Chicago, loving son of Betty Jean nee Dillback and the late Charles W. Green. Dear brother of Rhonda (the late Thomas) Lumpp, Correy (Cindy) and Rath (Heather). Devoted uncle of Shannon, Courtney, Morgan, Casey, Keith, Cayley, Rath, Quin and Sean, great-uncle to T.J. and Lauren. Longtime friend of Lyndie and Joanie Rudd. Good friend of Judi S. Uncle-to-be to Zachary, Andrew and Casey. Sid will be dearly missed by his family, friends and co-workers. Funeral Thursday 10 a.m. at Modell Funeral Home, 5725 S. Pulaski Road, Interment Evergreen Cem. In lieu of flowers, donations to Thresholds, 4101 N. Ravenswood, Chicago, 60613 appreciated. Visitation Wednesday 3 to 9 p.m. 773-767-4730 or |
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Charles Louis Mucho, 77, died Saturday, June 4, 2011, at Gateway Regional Medical Center. Visitation: 5 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, June 8, at Irwin Chapel in Granite City, where services will be at 10 a.m. Thursday, June 9. Burial: Calvary Catholic... |
MONMOUTH - Charles R. Bruch, 65, Monmouth, died at 1:35 p.m. Monday (June 6, 2011) at home., Hoover-Hall Memorial Chapel, Monmouth, is in charge of arrangements. |
DECATUR - Charles Walding, 55, Decatur, died Thursday (June 2, 2011). Arrangements incomplete: Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home. |
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Eugene D'Onofrio, age 84, of Chicago, WWII Army Veteran, retired IBEW local 134. Beloved husband of Sheila, nee McVeigh; loving father of Eugene (Debra), ..... |
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Cecelia Dutkiewicz, nee Broniarczyk , 98, life long resident of Cicero passed away June 3, 2011. Beloved wife of the late Benedict; loving mother of ..... |
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Helene M. Dvorak, 66, of Lisle, IL, died Friday, June 3, 2011, after a long illness. She was born July 12, 1944 in Hinsdale, IL ..... |
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Mary Jane Dyer, beloved daughter of the late John and Jane Dyer; dear sister of Marguerite Dyer. Funeral Mass Wednesday, June 8, 2011, 9:30 a.m. ..... |
Treasure, Dale W. "Bud" Age 88, a lifelong resident of Gardner, IL, passed away Thursday, June 2, 2011 at his home surrounded by his loving family following a short battle with cancer. He was born July 15, 1922 in Gardner, IL to the late Charles A. and Viola (Watson) Treasure. Bud was a former owner of Treasure Grain Co. in Gardner along with his father Charlie for 35 years and was formerly employed at the Morrison Construction Company for 14 years. He was a member of Laborers Local #75, the Church of Hope in Gardner, the NRA, and the Knifemakers' Guild. He was, Veteran of the, , having fought in the battles of Iwo Jima, Saipan, Mt. Saribachi, Tarawa, Guadalcanal, Bougainville, Kwajalein, Eniwetok, Tinian, Attu, Kiska, Guam, Okinowa and Tokyo. Bud enjoyed knife making as a hobby and was a master knifemaker for more than 40 years. He enjoyed playing his harmonica and attending his WWII Marine reunions. He liked to feed wild birds and could identify any species that came to his feeders and always enjoyed attending the sporting events of his grandchildren. Preceding him in death were his first wife, Julia A. (Grobarcik) Treasure in 1990; two sisters and brothers-in-law, Alice and Karl Lutz and Lilla and Hiram Brownell; and one brother and sister-in-law, Albert and Mabel Treasure. Surviving are his wife, Dorothy (Reibert) Treasure, whom he married April 15, 1992 in Alexandria, IN; three children, William (Linda) Treasure of Troy, OH, Susan (John) Schultz of South Wilmington, IL and Linda (Ronald) Offerman of Channahon, IL; eight grandchildren, Audrey, Michelle, John, and Candace Treasure, Treasure and Lindsay Schultz, Corey Ellis, and Stefanie Offerman; one great grandchild, Caitlin Ellis; two step children, Jack Reibert of Phoenix, AZ and Cheryl (Howard) Ficht of Island Lake, IL; a step granddaughter, and two step great grandchildren. Funeral services will be at the Church of Hope in Gardner Friday, June 10, at 12:00 noon with visitation two hours preceding services. Rev. Jan Chandler will officiate. Interment with military honors will follow at the Braceville-Gardner Cemetery in Braceville, IL. The family would like to give special thanks to the Pontiac Hospice and Pastor Jan for their comforting visits. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts in his name may be directed to the OSF Pontiac Hospice, the Church of Hope in Gardner or the Gardner Fire Department. Arrangements have been entrusted to the R.W. Patterson Funeral Homes, Ltd., Braidwood, IL. 815-458-2336 R.W. Patterson Funeral Homes, Ltd. 401 E. Main St., Braidwood, IL 815-458-2336 |
McCauley, Sr., Daniel Daniel McCauley Sr., age 70, at rest June 4, 2011. US |
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Wax, David H. 50, Beloved husband of Shelley nee Hamer. Devoted father of Benjy, Adam and Jessie. Loving son of Lynn and William Wax. Cherished brother of Alan (Lisa) Wax and Lisa (Allan) Cohn. Dear son-in-law of Joanne and the late Martin Hamer. Fond uncle and friend of many. Service Thursday 12:30PM at Congregation B'nai Jehoshua Beth Elohim, 1201 Lake Cook Road, Deerfield, IL 60015. Interment Shalom. Memorials in his memory to Cong. BJBE Capital Campaign would be appreciated. Arrangements by: Chicago Jewish Funerals, 847-229-8822, |
Anderson Sr., Donald T. Visitation for the Honorable Donald T. Anderson Sr., 81, will be held on Thursday June 9, from 4 to 8 p.m. at Laird Funeral Home 310 S. State St. (Route 31), Elgin, IL 60123. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday June 10. Interment will be at Bluff City Cemetery. Born in Elgin on August 22, 1929, the son of the late Victor and Florence Anderson, he passed away in Sherman Hospital on Friday, June 3, 2011. He attended Elgin High School, Elgin Community College, Northern Illinois University and John Marshall Law School. He began his career as Justice of the Peace and was then appointed as an Associate Judge for the sixteenth Circuit Court, Kane County, Illinois. He was a lifelong member of numerous civic and fraternal clubs, including Medinah Shrine Club,, post 1307, American Legion Post 2910,, 799,, 737, Riverside Club and Elgin Country Club to name a few. For the past 50 years, he has been the driving force behind the John Ericsson Republican League of Illinois and has held the position of President and chairman of the Executive Committee. He loved the City of Elgin and Kane County and was a long time Precinct committeeman. Donald is survived by his loving wife Nancy, his son Scott R. Anderson-Johnson and his wife Gilberta, Granddaughters Ashley and Alissa of Rockford. He was preceded in death by his parents, sister and three brothers. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to First United Methodist church, 216 E. Highland Avenue, Elgin, IL 60120 or Medinah Shriners Hospitals for Children, Chicago, 2211 N. Oak Park Ave. Chicago, IL 60707-3392. For Information, |
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SPRINGFIELD – Donald T. Kincade Jr., 62, of Springfield passed away with his family at his side at Memorial Medical Center on Saturday (June 4, 2011) after a brief illness. read more |
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Born Aug. 18, 1918 in Ethel, Mo., Gene was the daughter of Omer and Winifred Edwards Lile. She married Arthur J. "Bump" Huseman on Aug. 4, 1941 in Macon, Mo., and celebrated 69 years of marriage until his passing on Sept. 19, 2010., Gene was an active member of Trinity United Church of Christ and the St. Mary Nurses Alumni. She enjoyed embroidering and reading and loved to dance to Big Band music and travel with her husband., A graduate of Ethel High School and St. Mary School of Nursing in 1940, Gene was employed as an R.N. in the St. Mary Hospital Maternity Department for over 30 years, retiring in 1985., Survivors include two daughters, Sandy Reutenauer and her husband, Chuck, of Hannibal, Mo. and Susan Neisen and her husband, Kenny, of Fowler; seven grandchildren, Kenneth Hess and his wife, Ceann, of Hannibal, Andrea Zak and her husband, David, of Wentzville, Debra Matchuny of Springfield, Angela Loos and her husband, Jim, of Liberty, Kenny Neisen of Camp Point, Adam Neisen and his wife, Jolinn, of Fowler and Therese Neisen of Quincy; two step grandchildren, Charles A. Reutenauer II and his wife, Denisa, of Hannibal, Sarah Powell and her husband, Chris, of Hannibal; 20 great-grandchildren; a great-great-grandson; and many loving nieces and nephews., Mrs. Huseman was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; and two sisters, Dorothy Dean Meyer and an infant sister, Bonnie Belle Lile., SERVICES: 11 a.m. Tuesday in Trinity United Church of Christ by the Rev. Timothy White. Burial will be in Greenmount Cemetery., VISITATION: From 4 to 7 p.m. Monday in the Zehender Robinson Stormer Cookson Funeral Home, and from 10 a.m. Tuesday until the time of services, at the church., SERVICES: Trinity United Church of Christ or Good Samaritan Home., ARRANGEMENTS: Zehender Robinson Stormer Cookson Funeral Home. |
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Dorothy Lucille Davis, 97, passed away at 2:14 p.m. Sunday, June 5, 2011, at her home, with her family by her side, under the care of St Anthony's Hospice. She was born on Jan. 7, 1914, in Brighton Township, the daughter of Ernest and Nellie S.... |
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Dorris E. Davis, 82, died at 1:30 a.m. Thursday, June 2, 2011, at her home. Visitation: 4 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, June 8, at Alexander & Gubser Funeral Home in Jerseyville. Services: 10 a.m. Thursday, June 10, at the funeral home. Memorials: To the... |
JOHNSBURG – Douglas Harold Toussaint, 68, of Johnsburg, passed away Sunday, June 5, 2011, at his home surrounded by his family., He was born Jan. 9, 1943, in Chicago, to Harold and Almyra De Lamoreaux. On July 18, 1964, he married Carol Diane Schuringa at St. Patrick's Church in McHenry., He was a valued employee of almost 40 years of FilterTek in Hebron. He was a member of St. John the Baptist Parish in Johnsburg, the Fox Valley PT Cruiser Club, and the Fox Valley Baseball Card Collectors. He served in the U.S. Army in the Panama Canal Zone during the, He enjoyed life to the fullest by spending time with his family and friends, especially attending his children's and grandchildren's sporting events., He enjoyed cruising and vacationing with the PT Cruiser Club and playing bocce ball and bags at the Senior Center., Survivors include his wife of Johnsburg; his sons, Mike (Cindy), Eric (Jessica) and Brad (Brianne), all of Johnsburg; his grandchildren, Brett, Kayla, Zach, Lucas, Payton, Trey, Summer and Skye; and many nieces and nephews., He was preceded in death by his parents., The visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, June 8, at Colonial Funeral Home, 581 Ridgeview Drive, McHenry. Prayers will be said at 9:15 a.m. Thursday, June 9, in the funeral home, proceeding to St. John the Baptist Church for Mass of the Resurrection celebration at 10:14 a.m. Interment will be in St. John the Baptist Cemetery., Memorials, if desired, may be made to Johnsburg High School athletic department., For information, call the funeral home at 815-385-0063. |
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Dustin Matthew "Dusty" Hainsfurther, 21, of Carlinville, passed away close to his residence as a result of an automobile accident Saturday morning, June 4, 2011. He was born Friday, Jan. 12, 1990, in Jacksonville, Ill., the son of Mitchell A. and... |
Dustin Matthew "Dusty" Hainsfurther, 21, of Carlinville, passed away close to his residence as a result of an automobile accident Saturday morning, June 4, 2011., He was born Friday, Jan. 12, 1990, in Jacksonville, the son of Mitchell A. and Tammy M. (Roundcount) Hainsfurther., Dusty graduated from Carlinville High School with the class of 2008. Dusty would have been a senior at the University of Missouri "Mizzou" at Columbia, Mo., where he was majoring in Personal Financial Management with a minor in Finance. Dusty was an avid duck and goose hunter and all around outdoorsman. He was a well known and respected trainer of Labrador Retrievers. Dusty was loved by many and will be missed by all that entered his life., He was a member of Ss Mary & Joseph Catholic Church in Carlinville., Survivors included his parents, Mitch A. and Tammy M. (Roundcount) Hainsfurther of Carlinville; brothers, Brandon Jeffers of St. Louis and Jacob Hainsfurther of Carlinville; grandparents, Gervese and Lelia Roundcount of Eldred; grandfather, Albert Hainsfurther of Winchester; and many aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Nancy Hainsfurther., Friends and family may call from 4-8 p.m. today at Ss Mary & Joseph Catholic Church in Carlinville. A Prayer service will be recited at 8 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be 10 a.m. Wednesday at Ss Mary & Joseph Catholic Church. He will laid to rest at New Calvary Cemetery in Carlinville. Memorials may be made to the, . Davis-Anderson Funeral Home in Carlinville is in charge of arrangements. |
Elmer G. Diehl, 90, of Maple Park, Ill., passed from this life to eternal life on Thursday, June 2, 2011, at Delnor Community Hospital, Geneva., He is survived by two children, Marilyn (Ed) Campbell and Dale (Janice) Diehl, both of Maple Park; five grandchildren, Kelly (Brian) Eigenberger, Steven Campbell, Gregory Diehl, Matthew Diehl and Jaclyn Diehl; four siblings, David Diehl, Kathleen "Toots" (Donald) Kohley, Paul (Mary) Diehl and Carol Cibulskis; one brother-in-law, Bernard Kuhn; one sister-in-law, Ann Diehl; and many nieces, nephews, cousins and a community of friends., He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Eleanor; parents; seven siblings, Mary Jane (Robert) Nagel, George Diehl, Dorothy Kuhn, Edward (Pat) Diehl and Raymond and Franklin who died as children, and one sister who died in infancy., Visitation will be from 4-8 p.m., Monday, June 6, at Conley Funeral Home, 116 W. Pierce St., Elburn, IL 60119. A Mass to celebrate his life will begin at 11 a.m., Tuesday, June 7, at St. Gall Catholic Church, Elburn. Fr. Karl Ganss, pastor of the church, will celebrate and interment will follow at St. Gall Cemetery., In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established in his name to benefit his favorite charitites. Checks can be made out to "The Elmer Diehl Memorial Fund" and mailed in care of P.O. Box 66, Elburn, IL 60119. Tributes and memories also can be forwarded to the family through |
KNOXVILLE - Eileen Moffett, 88, formerly of Knoxville, died at 3:45 p.m. Saturday, June 4, 2011, at Rosewood Care Center, Galesburg., Eileen was born Jan. 2, 1923, in East Galesburg, the daughter of Roy Otis Thompson and Sarah Jane Ward., She graduated from Williamsfield High School in 1941 and graduated from Brown's School of Business, Peoria, in 1942. She married Herbert Ray on Feb. 28, 1943. They had two daughters together, Connie (Donald) Craig of Lynn Center and Betty (Jeffrey) Hickman of Lake Alfred, Fla. She later married Theodore Moffett on Sept. 25, 1982. He preceded her in death March 26, 1994., Eileen worked during WWII at the Rock Island Arsenal and then 25 years for Inman-Swanson Motors as a bookkeeper and office manager. She also worked as a bookkeeper for several other Galesburg area businesses. She especially loved her family, enjoyed gardening around the house and loved to travel., She also is survived by a brother, Robert (Doris) Thompson of Fairfield; three grandchildren, Dana Mitchell of Knoxville, Daniel Hickman of San Francisco and John (Melissa) Hickman of St. Paul, Minn.; two great-grandchildren, Aaron Mitchell of Knoxville and Siena Hickman of St. Paul, Minn.; and numerous nieces and nephews., She was preceded in death by her husband, parents, five brothers, one sister and a special friend, Art Fish., Funeral will be at 11 a.m. Thursday, June 9, at Hurd-Hendricks Funeral Home in Knoxville. Visitation will be 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, June 8, at Hurd-Hendricks Funeral Home in Knoxville. Burial will be in Knoxville Cemetery. Memorials may be left to the Galesburg Rescue Mission or, . Online condolences may be made at |
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Elinore was born in rural Griggsville on Nov. 7, 1920, a daughter to Rhea M. and Agnes H. Bonnett Phillips. She married Loyd W. Musgrave on Oct. 12, 1940, in Eolia, Mo. Loyd died July 4, 1980., In addition to being a homemaker and farm wife, Elinor worked for 22 years at Penstone Orchard in Griggsville., She was a member of the New Salem United Methodist Church and a member of the United Methodist Women, Pike County Home Extension and in earlier years was a 4-H leader. She enjoyed sewing, embroidering, quilting, crafts, cooking and gardening. Elinor loved playing bingo, working in and mowing her yard, gardening and attending county fairs and watching her children show cattle., Elinor is survived by her son, Melvin (Cathy) Musgrave of Griggsville; daughters, Kathryn (Joe) Ballard of Springfield, Ill., and Elizabeth "Betty" (Don) Toepke of Griggsville; nine grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews., SERVICES: 1 p.m. Tuesday in the Niebur Funeral Home in Pittsfield, with the Rev. Al Laird and the Rev. David Kelly conducting., VISITATION: 11 a.m. to time of services Tuesday in the Niebur Funeral Home. Interment will be in the West Cemetery in Pittsfield., MEMORIALS: New Salem United Methodist Church or Blessing Hospice of Pike County., ARRANGEMENTS: Niebur Funeral Home, Pittsfield; info@nieburfh.com. |
DE SOTO -- Elizabeth Anne Smith, 50, passed away at 11:12 a.m. Thursday, May 26, 2011, at her home in De Soto., Elizabeth was born Aug. 28, 1960, in Joliet, the daughter of Edwin J. and Marion (Shaw) Steinlicht., She married Scott Smith on May 18, 1988, in Joliet. Together, they shared 23 years of marriage. He survives in De Soto., Mrs. Smith was a homemaker and had previously served as the Midwest sales director for Petra Fashions. Her life was her children and her family. She was an avid animal lover and enjoyed gardening, crocheting and traveling with her family., Survivors include her husband, Scott Smith of De Soto, daughters, JoAnn Berg of Flossmoor, Amanda Matay of Tyler, Texas; son, Franklin Smith of Marian, Wis., son, Nicholas Smith of Herrin and twins, Jacob and Justine Smith of De Soto; granddaughter, Jaiden Broyles of Tyler, Texas; sister, Pamela and Bill Beck of Joliet; brother, David Steinlicht of Joliet; several nieces and nephews; and her beloved, faithful dog, Lucy, whom she rescued and gave a wonderful life., She was preceded in death by her parents and one brother, Edwin J. Steinlicht Jr., As per her wishes, her body was cremated. Memorial services will be from 7 to 9 p.m. Saturday, June 11, in the Methodist church on Dean Street in Royalton., Johnson-Hughes Funeral Home in Herrin is assisting the family with arrangements., For those who prefer, memorial donations may be made to Perry County Humane Society, 8365 Illinois 14, Du Quoin, IL 62832., For more information or to sign the memorial guest register, visit |
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BLOOMINGTON – Evan Joseph Downs of Bloomington passed away on Wednesday (June 1, 2011) at Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital in St. Louis, Mo. read more |
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BLOOMINGTON — Evan Joseph Downs, Bloomington, passed away Wednesday (June 1, 2011) at Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital in St. Louis, Mo. He was born May 31, 2011, at St. Mary's Medical Center in S |
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Ann L. Feldman, nee Moskovitz , age 93, of Aventura, FL, formerly of Chicago, IL. Beloved wife of the late Max; loving mother of ..... |
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Ross F. Friedman, age 65, of Evanston. Beloved husband of Elizabeth, nee Costigan; dear father of Niles and Brendan. Memorial Gathering Thursday, June 16, ..... |
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Evelyn A. Filpi, nee Ricciotti , of Des Plaines. Loving wife of James Filpi; devoted mother of Sharon (Jim) Johnson, Mark Filpi, Dawn (Greg) Johnsen ..... |
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WESTVILLE – Florine "Fifi" Ottino, 92, of Westville died at 8:31 p.m. Sunday (June 5, 2011) at her daughter's home in Westville. read more |
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LaGiglia Sr., Fred LaGiglia, Sr., Fred, 98, Vet U.S. Army, WWII, beloved wife of the late Jeanette nee Scarnavack; loving father of Frank and Fred, Jr.; dear brother of Sally Valenti and the late Mary Benninnato, Martha Barbaro, Theresa Bruno and Phillip LaGiglia; fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. Longtime member of the Moose. Visitation Wednesday 2:00 - 9:00 p.m. Funeral Thursday 9:00 a.m. from BLAKE-LAMB FUNERAL HOME, 4727 West 103rd St., Oak Lawn to St. Catherine of Alexandria Church Mass 9:45 a.m. Entombment Holy Sepulchre Mausoleum. For info 708-636-1193 |
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Gary Baxter, 52, of Aurora, Ill., passed away June 2, 2011., He was the loving son of Roland and Pauline Baxter; beloved father of Michael (Gina) Hailey, Cassey (Mike) Kneeling, Nikki Baster and Jessica (Chris Reeves) Baxter; cherished grandfather of Kayla, Robby, Keasy, Shelby, Arieana, Anndrea, Jade, Rita, Mikey Jr., and Baby Ray; dear brother of Rol (Debbie) Baxter, Sharly Langreder and Cindy (Frank) Steele; fond uncle of Amanda (Benny) Booth and many nieces and nephews. He also is survived by the mother to his children and good friend, Deb Reimann., He was predeceased by his son, Gary Guy Jr.; and brother-in-law, Tim Langreder., He was a dedicated employee of Aurora Blind & Shade for 25 years, along with his father., A celebration of life service will be held on June 11-12 at the house of his favorite sister, Sharly., For information, call Cassey at 630-429-1358., Arrangements by Illinois Cremation Service, Inc. 630-458-0611. |
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Prignano, George George Prignano, formerly of Chicago, at rest in Wisconsin. Funeral Thursday 11:00 am at Malec & Sons Funeral Home, 6000 N. Milwaukee Ave. Entombment Ridgewood Cemetery. Visitation Tuesday and Wednesday 5:00 - 8:00 pm. (773) 774-4100. |
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George Michael Reisinger, 55, passed away Monday, June 6, 2011, at his residence. His remains will be cremated and there are no public services scheduled at this time. Kravanya Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Anyone wishing to send an... |
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gerda h. baker, 85 ORANGEVALE, Calif. - Gerda H. Baker, 85, born Nov. 3, 1925, in Chicago, passed away March 4, 2011, in Orangevale and is now with her Lord Jesus Christ. She became the loving wife of Clarence Roy Baker on July 5, 1947, and resided most of her life in Rockford and Loves Park, Ill. She was the wonderful mother of four children, Laura (Howard) Levin, Jeanne (James) Foley, Carolyn (Stephen) Branch and Donald (Mary) Baker, and had 16 grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband; parents, Alfred and Angeline Glazer; and sister, Mildred Courtenay. Gerda attended Riverside Community Church and enjoyed meeting with family and friends at Bible studies. She was involved with Mothers of Twins Club, TOPS, volunteering at St. Anne's Home and worked with ceramics. She was an employee of Deka Records, Weise's, St. Anthony Medical Records and Bergner's Distribution Center. She loved traveling and spending time with family. She enjoyed watching old classic movies, "Laura" being one of her favorites. Nothing pleased her more than watching her grandchildren in their various activities. Gerda thought only positive things of others and would drop everything for any visitor. She will be greatly missed by all her family and friends. Memorial service at 2 p.m. Friday, June 10, at Hope Evangelical Free Church in Roscoe, Ill. |
Gilbert Hernandez, 51 LOVES PARK - Gilbert Hernandez, 51, of Loves Park passed away Saturday, June 4, 2011, in SwedishAmerican Hospital after a long, courageous battle with cancer. Born Feb. 24, 1960, in Chicago, the son of Jose and Cayetana Delgado-Hernandez. He had a love for his family, music, video photography, movies and his Mexican culture. He will be remembered by his contagious laughter. Gil always stood up for his convictions, and his positive spirit will live on forever with his family. He is survived by his wife of 25 beautiful years, Maria Hernandez; children, Kayla and Chaz Hernandez; father, Jose Hernandez; brother, Jesse Hernandez; and many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his mother, Cayetana Delgado-Hernandez. Special thanks to Dr. Harvey Einhorn and his nursing staff, and thanks to the Wilson family and many other family and friends. Service at 6 p.m. Wednesday, June 8, in Sunset Funeral Home, 8800 N. Alpine Road, with visitation from 2 p.m. to service time. Cremation rites will be accorded. Memorials to the family, which will be given to Swedish American Oncology. Send tributes online at |
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Hernandez, Gloria A. Beloved wife of the late Jose E. Quetell; dearest mother of Jose E. Jr., Carlos R., Lydia E., Hector L. and the late Miguel A Quetell; loving grandmother of 9. Funeral Thursday 9:30 am from Gibbons Family Funeral Home 5917 W. Irving Park Road ( 1/2 East of Austin) to St. Pascal Church, Mass 10:00 am; Interment Elmwood Cemetery; Visitation Wednesday 3:00 - 9:00 pm. For info 773-777-3944 or |
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Catherine E. Hackett, nee Walsh . Beloved wife of the late John Merrill Hackett; loving mother of Marilyn (Thomas) Roche, Patricia (Gordon) Harvey, John (Mary ..... |
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Donald W. Hawkinson, age 58, of Glen Ellyn, longtime employee at Thorek Hospital, Chicago, Scouting volunteer and Basketball Coach; beloved husband of Annise, nee Kasten; ..... |
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Michael D. Huzar, 38, died June 2, 2011. Loving companion of Terry L. Wilson; dear brother of Patricia (late Blake) Lee; devoted uncle of Michael ..... |
MATTOON - HarleyJo M. Madigan, 15, Mattoon, died Wednesday (June 1, 2011). Arrangements incomplete: Caudill-King Funeral Home, Charleston. |
ONEIDA - Harold Eugene Cruce, 91, Oneida, died at 12:05 a.m. Saturday, June 4, 2011, at Heartland Health Care Center, Galesburg., He was born June 15, 1919, in Urich, Mo., the son of James and Mary Ingam Cruce. He served his country in WWII from 1942 to 1945. He married Virginia Antoinette Adams on Oct. 22, 1950, in Oneida. She preceded him in death April 13, 2007., Mr. Cruce was a carpenter for Galesburg Construction for 30 years. He was a member of United Church of Oneida and former member of Galesburg American Legion., Harold is survived by his two sons, Perry Gene (Roberta) Cruce of Marquette Heights and James Stanley (Kathi) Cruce of Chino Hills, Calif.; two daughters, Jan Yvonne (Von) Cawvey of Anchorage, Alaska, and Virgie Denise (JB) Rose of York, S.C.; 13 grandchildren, Emily (Matthew) Dawson, Michael (Kelli) Cruce, Sarah Cruce, Matthew (Ana) Cruce, Aly Cruce, Bradley Cruce, Jessica Cawvey, Zachary Cawvey, Amy Cawvey, Bo (Tyler) Culjan, Aaron Culjan, Casey (Greg) Yake and Jamie (Jason) Grunsky; four great-grandchildren, Anna Culjan, Tristan Culjan, James Dawson and Ayden Dawson. He also is survived by two brothers, John Cruce of Missouri and Oliver "Bud" (Mary) Cruce of Altona; two sisters, Czerna Bye (Gene) Johney of Missouri and Catherine (John) Freytag of Missouri; and two brothers-in-law, Gale (LaVonne) Adams of Oneida and Maynard (Joan) Adams of Florida., Harold also was preceded in death by parents, two brothers and one sister., Funeral will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, June 11, at Hurd-Hendricks Funeral Home in Oneida. The Rev. David Pyrell will officiate. Visitation will be 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, June 10, at Hurd-Hendricks Funeral Home in Oneida. Burial will be in Oneida Cemetery. Memorials may be made to United Church of Oneida., Online condolences may be made at |
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Charles E. "Skip" Harper of Elgin, Army Veteran, beloved husband of Gail (nee Litwick); loving father of John (Shannon), Sherri Harper, Angela (Jason) Zajac ..... |
LAS VEGAS, Nev. - Graveside service with military honors for Harry A. Stivers, 83, who died at 10 a.m. May 21, 2011, in Las Vegas, will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday in St. Mary's Cemetery, Monmouth., Visitation will be 9 to 10:30 a.m. Saturday at Turnbull Funeral Home, Monmouth. Memorials may be made to Warren County |
Stellwagen, Harwood John Harwood John Stellwagen, age 93, of Orland Park passed away on Sunday, June 5, 2011 having lived his life as a man of integrity. He was born on September 28, 1917 in Orland Township on the farm he called home all his life. His parents were Ralph and Mabel (Cooper) Stellwagen. Harwood was united in marriage on April 28, 1940 to Alma Handorf of New Lenox Township. They spent 62 cherished years raising their family together on the Stellwagen family farm until her death in 2002. Harwood lived his final years at Marley Oaks Assisted Living Residence in Mokena. They raised their family with strong Christian values. Dedicated father of Bob (Joanne) of Thousand Oaks, CA, Betty (Art) Maue of New Lenox, Joan (Bill) Pool of Gibson City, John (Marilyn) of Waitsburg, WA, Mary Jane (Jack) McAllister of Germantown, TN, Diane (Phil) Grigus of New Lenox, and Jim (Barb) of Mokena. Beloved grandfather of Robert, Dave, Alise, Dan, Janine, Kathy, Barb, John, Mary, Chris, Becky, Nathan, Kelly, Christina, Ben, Andy, Jacob, Allison, Katie, Gretchen, Nikolay, and Eli. Harwood also delighted in his 25 great grandchildren. This large family brought him great joy and pride. After graduating from Joliet Township High School in 1935, Harwood began working with his father on the family farm. Harwood and Alma raised their family on the 160 acre dairy and grain farm which was designated a Centennial Farm by the state of Illinois in 1972. In 2002 Harwood sold the farm (which was purchased by his great grandfather in 1860) to the Village of Orland Park as part of its Open Lands program. It was his dream to preserve the rich agricultural heritage of the area for future generations. An active member of the Marley Community Church throughout most of his life, Harwood faithfully served as church Moderator, Treasurer, Clerk, Deacon, Trustee, and Sunday School teacher. He served with distinction on the High School District 230 Board of Education for 18 years (1959-1977). Harwood was a long time member of the Gleaner Life Insurance Society, and served as a national officer for several terms. He was also a member of the Cook County Farm Bureau, the Pure Milk Association, the Maue School Board, and the Orland Memorial Park Cemetery Association. In all things, Harwood approached life with quiet grace and unquestionable honor. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, June 8 from 3-8 PM at the Vandenberg Funeral Home, 19604 S. Wolf Road, Mokena, IL. His life will be honored at a funeral service Thursday, June 9 at 10:00 AM at the Marley Community Church. Interment at Orland Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorials in his name may be given to the Marley Community Church or the Marley Oaks Assisted Living Residence c/o Marley Community Church. 708-532-1635 or |
ONEIDA - Helen Marie Josephine Johnson, 93, passed away Saturday, June 4, 2011, at Seminary Manor in Galesburg., She was born Aug. 14, 1917, in Peoria, the daughter of Elmer W. and Martha (Wihlborg) Johnson. She married Mauritz E. Johnson on April 1, 1945, in Galesburg., She is survived by two sons, Lyle (Lorene) Johnson of Galesburg and Larry (Christine) Johnson of Altona; a daughter, Carol Johnson of Las Vegas, N.M.; six grandchildren; five stepgrandchildren; five great-grandchildren; 12 stepgreat-grandchildren; and four great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, a great-granddaughter and a sister, Beverly Nelson., She was raised in Galesburg and attended First Lutheran Church, where she was confirmed. She graduated from Galesburg High School and later attended Brown's Business College, Peoria., She worked at Bank of Galesburg, American Red Cross, old St. Mary's hospital and O.T. Johnson's Department store. She later volunteered at St. Mary Medical Center. She and Mauritz lived in Wataga in their later retirement years. She will be remembered for her cheerfulness and fullness of life., Funeral will be at 11 a.m. Friday, June 10, at Hurd-Hendricks Funeral Home in Oneida. Visitation will be 10 to 11 a.m. before the service. Graveside service will be in Walnut Grove Cemetery, Altona. Memorials may be made to Seminary Manor, Galesburg., Online condolences may be made at |
Stephanie was born in Quincy on Aug. 18, 1940, to William Joseph Dieterich and Virginia Ruth Robinson Dieterich of Quincy, both now deceased. The second of three daughters, she is survived by her sisters, Kathryn Dieterich-Rurup of Aurora, Colo. and Deborah Dieterich Real of Quincy., Her father, William Dieterich, was attorney for the Quincy Public Schools, Quincy University, and other area school districts for many decades. Her mother, Virginia, was administrative secretary at Salem Church for many years., Stephanie grew up in Quincy and had many friends. She attended Quincy public schools and began to study trumpet while at Webster Grade School. She became first chair trumpet in both the Quincy High School band and orchestra, and was a featured soloist her senior year. She also was a member of the Quincy Drum and Bugle Corps, the Quincy Park Band, and the Quincy Symphony Orchestra, which featured her as a Young Artists Night soloist in 1958., School of Music, majoring in trumpet, and was named first chair in the concert band in her junior year. She was a member of the University of Illinois Concert Band, Concert Orchestra and Wind Ensemble in her freshman, sophomore, junior and senior years. She was a 1962 graduate with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Performance., In 1966, she moved to New York City where she attended and graduated from Parsons New School of Design with a degree and certification in Architecture of Interior Design, working at night and on weekends to fund her college education. She was featured in the Parsons New School of Design Magazine, received an award for a couch that she designed, and also completed additional coursework in Landscape Design., It was during this period that Stephanie met and fell in love with Richard A. Hetzel, an architect in New York City. They were married on Feb. 14, 1971, and shared an office together in Nyack, N.Y. Stephanie designed a children's room for the Haverstraw Public Library, a coffee shop, a drive-in safety booth for a 7-Eleven convenience store in upper New York, had several landscape design projects and worked for a nursery, and also had a number of private clients., About 10 years ago, Stephanie developed Alzheimer's Disease. They moved to Tobyhanna, Pa., where her husband cared for her until 2007 when she was admitted to the Alzheimer's Unit of the Golden Living Center-Stroud, where she spent her final years., Stephanie was a very creative person who had a gift for music, art, design and photography. She was an outstanding cook and in her early-20s was a cook for Fabiola Moorman. Her laugh could fill a room, and she was outgoing and full of life and fun. An avid reader, she particularly enjoyed books on local history, cookbooks, children's books, landscaping and gardening. She was a great lover of animals., She is survived by a step-daughter, Maya Hetzel; her sisters; a niece, Elizabeth Alexander Real Ericson and her husband Brant of Quincy; her husband's niece, Heidi Hetzel-Evans of Columbus, Ohio; several cousins; and her beloved cat, Jack., She was preceded in death by her parents and husband; two uncles, Richard Robinson and Harry Lynn (Uncle Buddy) Robinson; three aunts, Jo Alice Robinson Maher, Helen Dieterich, and Ruth Dieterich Wilson; and her beloved cat, Sam., SERVICES: A memorial service will be held Oct. 1, 2011. The time and place will be announced later., MEMORIALS: The Quincy Humane Society, 1705 North 36th St., Quincy, IL 62305; the Quincy High School Music Department, 3322 Maine, Quincy, IL 62301; Golden Living Center- Stroud Alzheimer's Unit, 221 East Brown Street, East Stroudsburg, PA 18301; or Asera Care Hospice, 749 Northern Blvd., Clark Summit, PA, 18411., ARRANGEMENTS: The William H. Clark Funeral Home, Stroudsburg. |
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TAMAROA -- Inez Pauline Krone, 87, passed away at 8:05 p.m. Sunday, June 5, 2011, in Fair Acres Nursing Home in Du Quoin., Pauline had been a homemaker. She was a member of First Baptist Church in Du Quoin and attended St. Johns United Church of Christ in Du Quoin with her husband. She was an avid bowler and had been a member of League Bowling. Pauline had gone back and received her GED in the early 1980s. She was an avid embroiderer, quilter and NBA fan., She was born March 13, 1924, at Du Quoin, the daughter of Winnie and Pearl (Tilley) Wilks., She married Harley L. Krone on June 7, 1942, in Perryville, Mo., and he survives., She is survived by her husband of Tamaroa; one daughter, Marsha Whitley, and husband, Gerry, of Du Quoin; three sons, Paul Krone, and wife, Carole, of Tamaroa, David Krone and wife, Susie, of Du Quoin, and Mark Krone and wife, Kathy, of Du Quoin; one sister, Janet Martie of Hallidayboro; 11 grandchildren; two stepgrandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; two stepgreat-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren., She was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Gladys Ross; infant sister, Ruth Elaine Wilks; one brother, Ralph Wilks, and wife, Juanita; and two brothers-in-law, Bob Ross and Jake Martie., Services will be at 10 a.m., Thursday, June 9, in Searby Funeral Home in Du Quoin, with the Rev. Rich Luh officiating. Burial will be in Sunset Memorial Park at Du Quoin. Friends may call from 5 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home., Friends may make memorials to, and will be accepted at the funeral home., For additional information or to sign the memorial guest register, visit |
Stroner, Irma (nee Seibold), age 94. Beloved wife of the late Edward Richard. Devoted mother of David, Bruce and the late Gayle (Al) Slazas. Dear grandmother of 5 and great-grandmother of 6. Fond sister of Ethel Tanzer. Family and friends will meet Wednesday at Mt. Greenwood Cemetery, 111th and California, Chicago, IL for 11 am service. In memory of Irma, memorials to I-CARE, 17425 94th Ct. Tinley Park, IL 60487 or Oak Lawn Fire Dept. Club, 6451 W. 93rd Pl. Oak Lawn, IL 60453 would be appreciated. Arrangements by Chapel Hill Gardens South Funeral Home. Info call 708-636-1200. |
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Dorothy P. Jachimiak, nee Kravetsky , age 89. Beloved wife of the late Chester W. Jachimiak; loving mother of Carol Zimmerman, Chester Jr. (Bernice), Joseph ..... |
Jean Ruth Shipp, 90, of Cortland, died Tuesday, May 31, 2011, at Kishwaukee Community Hospital, DeKalb., Born May 28, 1921, at her grandparents' home in DeKalb, the daughter of Harold O. and Grace Aline (Harmes) Lindus, she married Robert W. Shipp on Jan. 31, 1943, in Waterman., She was formerly employed by DeKalb Ag and Milk Consumers; later, she retired after more than 25 years at General Electric in DeKalb. She was a life member of Trinity Lutheran Church, DeKalb, and its Women of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America group., She is survived by her grandchildren, Tamme Sherrill of Duquesne, Pa., and Michael (Susan) Sherrill of DeKalb; two great-grandchildren, Taylor and Brianna; a niece, Carol Switzer, as well as other nieces and nephews; and her dog, Diogi., She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert; daughter, Judie Sherrill; brother, Harold Lindus; sister, Janice Besse; and nephew, Brad Besse., The funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday, June 6, at Trinity Lutheran Church, DeKalb, with the Rev. Todd Peterson officiating. Burial will follow at Fairview Park Cemetery, DeKalb. Visitation will be from 3-6 p.m. Sunday, June 5, at Anderson Funeral Home, DeKalb., In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to the Jean Ruth Shipp Memorial Fund, in care of Anderson Funeral Home, P.O. Box 605, 2011 S. Fourth St., DeKalb, IL 60115., For information, visit, or call 815-756-1022. |
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Harry R. Jones, age 90, a longtime resident of Naperville, IL and Clearwater, FL, passed away peacefully on June 3, 2011 at the Westbury ..... |
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DECATUR - Jack E. Shull, 60, Decatur, died Monday (June 6, 2011). Arrangements incomplete: Tanzyus-Logan Funeral Service and Care. |
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HERRIN -- James O. Collins, 77, passed away at 8:02 p.m. Sunday, June 5, 2011, in Herrin Hospital., James was born Aug. 28, 1933, in Johnston City, the son of Marvin John Collins and Gladys (Whitson) Collins Dean., He married Doris Evelyn Wernke on Aug. 18, 1956, in Energy. She survives in Herrin., Mr. Collins was an Air Force veteran, having served his country honorably for eight years. He was a member of Herrin Eagles. James was retired from retail sales management. He enjoyed golfing, bowling and spending time with his family and grandchildren., Survivors include his wife, Doris Collins of Herrin; son, Steven Collins of California; son, Marvin "Jim" Collins and companion, Sahra, of Herrin; daughter, Debbie Collins and fiancé, Robert "Jay" Tippy Jr., of Herrin; three grandchildren, Andrew James Collins, Tina Monteith and Jason Monteith; six great-grandchildren, Lorelei, Drake, Kyra, Lexi, Christopher and Grayce; and half sister, Kitty Collins of Spokane, Wash., He was preceded in death by his parents., Services will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday, June 8, in Johnson-Hughes Funeral Home in Herrin, with the Rev. Mark Hutson officiating. Entombment will be in Herrin City Cemetery. Military rites will be performed at graveside by Herrin's American Legion and, Posts. Visitation will be from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home., For more information or to sign the memorial guest register, visit |
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Stroud, Jane F. (nee Chierigatti), age 52. Passed away on Saturday June 4, 2011 at the Joliet Area Community Hospice Home with her family by her side; following a long battle of illnesses. Lifetime resident of Joliet, II. Preceded in death by her parents, Joseph and Anne Chierigatti and a brother, Mark. Survived by her loving husband of 34 years, Ernest W. Stroud Jr. Her children; Kurt (Melissa), and Michael (Rhae) Stroud of Joliet, II. One sister, Kaye (David) Marschner, a brother, Joseph (Christine) Chierigatti. Her mother-in-law, Katherine "Jean" (late Ernest) Stroud of Benton, II, brothers-in-law; Robert (Eileen) David of Joliet, Richard (Andrea) of McHenry and Adam (Jean) Stroud of Benton, II. Numerous nephews, nieces, and cousins also survive. Jane was a graduate of Joliet Township High School East, Class of 1976. She was employed at Silver Cross Hospital for over 20 years. Jane was also a member of St. Bernard's Catholic Church. A Mass of Christian Burial for Jane F. Stroud will be celebrated Thursday June 9, 2011 at St. Bernard's Catholic Church at 10:00 a.m. She will lie-in-state at the church from 9:00 a.m. until time of services. There will be no procession from the f neral home to the church. Interment Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery. Visitation will be Wednesday from 5-8 p.m. at Tezak's Home to Celebrate Life, 1211 Plainfield Rd. Joliet, II. |
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RANTOUL – Jim "Stubby" Stubblefield, 63, of Rantoul passed away on Sunday evening (June 5, 2011) at Provena Covenant Medical Center, Urbana. read more |
MONMOUTH - Joan Fuller Steis, 83, Monmouth, died at 12:35 a.m. Sunday (June 5, 2011) at Galesburg Cottage Hospital., Funeral will be at 10 a.m. Friday at Faith United Presbyterian Church, Monmouth. Visitation will be 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday at Turnbull Funeral Home, Monmouth. Burial will be in Monmouth Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Alzheimer's or Faith United Presbyterian Church. |
Joan Leslie Bengel, 55, of Jacksonville, died Sunday, June 5, 2011, at Memorial Medical Center in Springfield. She was born June 28, 1955, in Chicago, the daughter of Charles and Marjory Furguson Dalton. She married George R. Bengel on June 20, 1982, in Hazel Crest, and he survives. Joan is also survived by two children, Norman Bengel of Chicago and Lindsay Bengel of Jacksonville; her mother, Marjory Dalton of Homewood; one sister, Claudia (husband, James) Barnick of Homewood, and her children Andrew, Charles and Peter; her mother-in-law, Jane Bengel of Duluth, Ga.; sister-in-law, Marian (husband, Daniel) Miller of Duluth, Ga., and her children Grace and Kendal; and brother-in-law, David (wife, Belinda) Bengel of Morgan Hill, Calif., and his children Robert, Evelyn and Mark. She was preceded in death by her father, Charles Dalton; and her father-in-law, Robert Bengel. A graduate of Homewood-Flossmoor High School, Joan received a Bachelor of English degree from MacMurray College and graduated Magna Cum Laude. She taught high school English and Drama at Ashland, Dwight and Ursuline Academy high schools. She was also the Director of Alumni Affairs at MacMurray College for several years. She served as an adoption specialist for DCFS. The last 13 years of her career were spent as director and teacher of First Presbyterian Pre-School in Jacksonville until her retirement in 2010. Joan loved planning special events with her family and friends. She fought a courageous three and a half year battle with cancer and she never wavered from her determination to participate in every event, activity, or family gathering. A theatre minor in college, Joan was active with the Jacksonville Theatre Guild and performed in "Oklahoma" and "Annie." She also enjoyed singing with the Jacksonville Symphony Society and the First Presbyterian Church Choir, and directing the church's Cherub Choir. Joan served as president of the Jacksonville Association for Music. A Celebration of Life service will be held at 4 p.m. on Wednesday at First Presbyterian Church, 870 W. College Avenue in Jacksonville. The family will meet friends from 2-4 p.m. Wednesday at the church. Private interment will be at Oak Ridge Cemetery in Springfield. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to First Presbyterian Church of Jacksonville or the Y-ME Breast Cancer Support Network at www.race.y-me.org/momandjoansjourney. The Williamson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be left online at www.airsman-hires.com., Joan Leslie Bengel, 55, of Jacksonville, died Sunday, June 5, 2011, at Memorial Medical Center in Springfield., She was born June 28, 1955, in Chicago, the daughter of Charles and Marjory Furguson Dalton. She married George R. Bengel on June 20, 1982, in Hazel Crest, and he survives., Joan is also survived by two children, Norman Bengel of Chicago and Lindsay Bengel of Jacksonville; her mother, Marjory Dalton of Homewood; one sister, Claudia (husband, James) Barnick of Homewood, and her children Andrew, Charles and Peter; her mother-in-law, Jane Bengel of Duluth, Ga.; sister-in-law, Marian (husband, Daniel) Miller of Duluth, Ga., and her children Grace and Kendal; and brother-in-law, David (wife, Belinda) Bengel of Morgan Hill, Calif., and his children Robert, Evelyn and Mark. She was preceded in death by her father, Charles Dalton; and her father-in-law, Robert Bengel., A graduate of Homewood-Flossmoor High School, Joan received a Bachelor of English degree from MacMurray College and graduated Magna Cum Laude. She taught high school English and Drama at Ashland, Dwight and Ursuline Academy high schools. She was also the Director of Alumni Affairs at MacMurray College for several years. She served as an adoption specialist for DCFS. The last 13 years of her career were spent as director and teacher of First Presbyterian Pre-School in Jacksonville until her retirement in 2010., Joan loved planning special events with her family and friends. She fought a courageous three and a half year battle with cancer and she never wavered from her determination to participate in every event, activity, or family gathering., A theatre minor in college, Joan was active with the Jacksonville Theatre Guild and performed in "Oklahoma" and "Annie." She also enjoyed singing with the Jacksonville Symphony Society and the First Presbyterian Church Choir, and directing the church's Cherub Choir. Joan served as president of the Jacksonville Association for Music., A Celebration of Life service will be held at 4 p.m. on Wednesday at First Presbyterian Church, 870 W. College Avenue in Jacksonville. The family will meet friends from 2-4 p.m. Wednesday at the church. Private interment will be at Oak Ridge Cemetery in Springfield. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to First Presbyterian Church of Jacksonville or the Y-ME Breast Cancer Support Network at, The Williamson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be left online at |
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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. |
CRYSTAL LAKE – John F. Moog, 75, of Crystal Lake, passed away Saturday, June 4, 2011, in Crystal Lake., He was born Feb. 16, 1936, in Boston., He was a frequent contributor to letters to the editor in the Northwest Herald. He was an avid fan of the Boston Red Sox and loved the Fantasy Baseball League and the friendship he had with all the league members. He was a founding member of the Crystal Lake Hockey Club. He enjoyed the ocean, a beer with friends, and talking about politics with anyone that would listen. He mostly enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren., He will be missed dearly by his family; lifelong friends, Ken, Paul, Larry, Bob and Danny; and his brother-in law, Donald., He was the beloved husband for 48 years of Marlene (Voegeli) Moog; loving father of Christine (Glenn) Gifford, Stephen (Amy) Moog and Gregory (Shylah) Moog; dear grandfather of Andrew and Bridgett Gifford, Amanda Moog, JJ Vandelaarschot and Noah Moog; and fond uncle to Michael and Alan Lunghi, Cathy Mueller and Susan Shumacker., He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother; and three sisters., A memorial service will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, June 8, at Messiah Lutheran Church, 500 Church Road, Elgin. Interment will be private. Fellowship and luncheon will follow the service at the church., For information, call 815-459-3411. Condolences may be left for the family at |
GENOA CITY, Wis. – John Hunter McGowan, 87, of Genoa City, died Saturday, June 4, 2011, at Burlington Hospital in Burlington, Wis., He was born May 20, 1925, in Chicago, to the late Gilbert and Margaret (Scimgeour) McGowan. On April 2, 1949, he married Elizabeth Anne Gordon. She preceded him in death June 11, 1999., He worked and owned McGowan Insurance Agency for several years. He was a World War II Army veteran, with a, and a, . He also was an avid golfer., Surviving are his children, Linda (Richard) Tasch of Scales Mound, Janice (Timothy) Crowe of Florrisant, Mo., Bruce (Betty) of Summit, Susan (Michael) Kanaly of Marengo, Nancy Fiete of Racine, Wis., Carol McGowan of Prospect Heights, Diane (Chris) Las of Wonder Lake and Douglas (Elizabeth) McGowan of Hainesville; 21 grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren., The visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Thursday, June 9, at Haase-Derrick-Lockwood Funeral Home, Twin Lakes, Wis. Services will be at 10 a.m. Friday, June 10, at the funeral home., For information, call the funeral home at 262-877-3013. |
GALESBURG - John Hix, 65, Galesburg, died at 10:20 a.m. Monday (June 6, 2011) at home., Hinchliff-Pearson-West Galesburg Chapel is in charge of arrangements. |
John was born in Brownstown, in Fayette County, Ill., on Nov. 14, 1917, a son to Samuel B. and Margaret Violet Coons Storm. He married Elizabeth Rainwater on Dec. 29, 1946, at the home of Elizabeth's parents, John and Edna Rainwater near Pittsfield. Elizabeth died Nov. 9, 2010., John retired from Boeing Aircraft and McDonald-Douglas in St. Louis as an aircraft mechanic. He was a member of the Pittsfield United Methodist Church, a lifetime NRA member and a member of the Illinois Nut Growers Association. He was an avid hunter and enjoyed hunting in Colorado, inventing hatchets, knife making and blacksmithing., John and Elizabeth enjoyed traveling the United States and had traveled 12,000 miles in a three-month vacation traveling south to Louisiana, up the Rio Grande, on to southern California, continuing on to Canada, and down to Yellowstone National Park., He is survived by his son, James Otis Storm of Alton, and several nieces and nephews., He was preceded in death by his wife; a daughter, Eda Jane; four brothers, Bernard, Paul, Gene and Leon; and sisters, Nadine and Virginia., SERVICES: 11 a.m. Wednesday in the Niebur Funeral Home in Pittsfield, with the Rev. Tom Wilber conducting. Interment will be in Pittsfield West Cemetery., VISITATION: 10 a.m. to time of service Wednesday in the funeral home., MEMORIALS: Youth Hunter Education Program or the donor's choice. |
JOHN PATRICK SWEENEY, 51 LOVING SON, BROTHER, HUSBAND, FATHER AND FRIEND LOVES PARK - John Patrick Sweeney, 51, of Loves Park passed away peacefully Friday June 3, 2011, surrounded by family, after a brave battle with aggressive brain cancer. He was a twin, born April 20, 1960, in Tucson, Ariz., where he attended Sacred Heart Elementary School and graduated from Amphitheater High School. He became a highly successful sales representative for Nabisco. He relocated in 1997 to Illinois, where he excelled at his position with Millstone Coffee. John will be remembered for his sparkling Irish wit, enthusiasm, friendliness, nurturing spirit and protectiveness. A true outdoors man, he loved gardening, golfing and fishing. A devoted family man, he is survived by his loving wife, Theresa; stepchildren Rachel (Kyle Zitzke) and Karl Nelson; daughters Merry Cate, Jeanne and Theresa Sweeney; sisters-in-law Barbara Zegunis (Bill), Marilyn Varcato; niece, Karen Schuster (Pete). Predeceased by in-laws Robert and Stella Cipolla. Predeceased also by his father, M. Leonard Sweeney, and sister, Peggy. Survived also by his mother, Jeanne Sweeney. The ninth of 11 children, he is also survived by Pat Bezunartea (Mike Sweeney) of Tempe, Ariz., Leonard Sweeney (Mary) of Glendale, Ariz., Mary Duncan (Alex) of Tucson, Ariz., Kathy Sweeney of Los Angeles, Tim Sweeney (Deborah) of Tulsa, Okla., Terry Powell (Stan) of Las Vegas, Erin Ruiz (Rene') of Reno, Nev., his twin brother, Danny Sweeney (Tressy) of Reno and Chris Sweeney of Thoreau, N.M. Survivors also include 31 nieces and nephews; 11 great-nieces and -nephews; many aunts, uncles, cousins and extended family; and his special aunt, Sr. Redempta Sweeney, IHM. The family would like to extend a special thanks to Dr. James Woodman, M.D., for the care and dignity he gave to John for many years. Also, thanks to Heartland Hospice for the comfort and care provided during John's illness. Funeral Mass at 10 a.m. Thursday, June 9, at St. Bridget Church, with Pastor Burt H. Absalon officiating. Interment in Calvary Cemetery. Visitation from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, June 8, at Gasparini & Oliveri Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the family. Arrangements by Gasparini & Oliveri Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 707 Marchesano Drive. Leave condolences at www.gasparinioliveri |
OLNEY - Joianne Burgener, 56, Olney, died Monday (June 6, 2011). Arrangements incomplete: Summers-Kistler Funeral Home, Olney. |
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Cooper, Julia (nee Kelly) suddenly beloved wife of Michael J. Loving mother of Raymond and the late Michael. Dear sister of Joseph, Patrick, Mary and the late James and Edward Kelly. Devoted daughter of the late Thomas and Emma Kelly. Dear sister-in-law of Marie McKee, Eileen Prater and James Cooper. A fond aunt of many nieces and nephews. A member of the players club at Harrah's Casino. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Make-A-Wish foundation. Resting at Thomas McInerney Sons Funeral Home 4635 S. Wallace St. where funeral services will be held Thursday at 11:30 AM. Visitation Wednesday 2 PM to 9 PM. Interment St. Casimir Cemetery, for further information please call 773-268-0703 or visit |
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SEMINOLE, Okla. – Kathryn Ann (McKenzie) Collier, 66, of Seminole, Okla., formerly of Champaign, died Wednesday (June 1, 2011) at home. read more |
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FORREST — Kenny "Batman" Thomas, 57, Pontiac, formerly of Forrest, died at 11:49 a.m. Sunday (June 5, 2011) at his residence. |
Louise Kathryn Rich, 94, died Sunday, May 22, 2011, at Oak Crest DeKalb Area Retirement Center, DeKalb., Born May 16, 1917, in the Lighthouse Church Community near Oregon, the third daughter of the Rev. Fred K. and Katie (Collins) Rich, she graduated from Jennings Seminary, Aurora; Cornell College, Mount Vernon, Iowa, with a Bachelor of Arts; and Bread Loaf School of English, Middlebury (Vt.) College, with a Master of Arts., Louise taught English and Latin courses for 44 years in grades 8-13 in Iowa and Illinois; she was employed by Hinsdale Township High School District 86 for 37 years. She was a member of First United Methodist Church, DeKalb; AAUW, AARP and IEA-NRTA; a volunteer crafter at Graue Mill and Museum, Oak Brook; and a volunteer at Oak Crest, where she lived since 1999., Louise enjoyed family, children, people, books, plays, crafts, music, humor, nature and travel. Among her travels, she especially enjoyed visiting Featherstone Castle in Northumberland, England, and special gardens in Europe and the U.S., as well as other special places. Louise especially enjoyed writing short stories and poetry; her first writing was published when she was still in grade school., She is survived by nephews and nieces, Ronald (Beverly) Mullins of Wisconsin/Florida, Anita Mullins of Burlingame, Calif., Dennis Mullins of Sycamore, Gerald (Barbara) Mullins of Atlanta, Ga., and William (Bonnie) Mullins of Shabbona; six great-nieces and -nephews; and several great-great-nieces and -nephews., She was preceded in death by her parents; two sisters and their husbands, Mary Helen and Loren Mullins and Phyllis Eileen and Clifford Mullins; a niece, Shirley Kay (Mullins) Butts and Kay's husband, Jerry Butts., A memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, June 14, at Oak Crest Memorial Chapel, DeKalb. Burial will follow at Naperville City Cemetery, Naperville., In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to the Louise K. Rich Memorial Fund, in care of Anderson Funeral Home Ltd., P.O. Box 605, 2011 S. Fourth St., DeKalb, IL 60115., For information, visit, or call 815-756-1022. |
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Lena A. Chiolero, 95, passed away at 9 a.m. Monday, June 6, 2011, at her home. Born June 20, 1915, in Benld, she was a daughter of Mario and Maria (Marchione) Guiliacci. She married John Chiolero on June 25, 1932. He preceded her in death April 28,... |
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COULTERVILLE -- Lewis "Lou" A. Holzbach Jr., 71, died Sunday, June 5, 2011, in Sparta Community Hospital., Services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Pyatt Funeral Home in Coulterville, with Ron Mazander officiating. Visitation will be from 9 to 11 a.m. at the funeral home., Memorials may be made to |
HERRIN -- Lillian Hindman, 92, of Littleton, Colo., passed away June 3, 2011., She was a longtime resident of Herrin, until retirement in 1977, when she and her husband, Clell, moved to Littleton., Lillian Wyatt was born July 22, 1918, in Herrin to Harvey and Sarah French Wyatt., She married Clell Hindman on Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 25, 1937, in Lyndon, Kan., They had three sons, Douglas William, Roger Clell, and Gary Wayne, and were happily married for 65 years. In the early years of their marriage, they lived in Boulder, Colo., returning to Herrin in l944, where they raised their family and successfully ran Egyptian Lines, a common-carrier trucking company. After retirement in l977, they moved to Littleton to be closer to sons, Doug and Roger, and fulfill a lifelong dream of returning to Colorado. Lillian and family enjoyed many years in the mountains at the family cabin. She was active in her writing group, publishing several books about her family life. She had a soft spot in her heart for dogs, especially spaniels, and always had an adopted a pet as part of her family., She was most happy being a mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She is survived by sons, Doug and Roger, 11 grandchildren, and 17 great-grandchildren., Her son, Gary, passed away in 1997, and her husband, Clell, passed away in 2003., A memorial service will be at 1 p.m. Sunday, June 12, in Drinkwine Mortuary in Littleton, Colo. A private committal service will be Monday, June 13, in Cedar Hill Cemetery in Castle Rock, Colo., In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made to the, or the Denver Dumb Friends League. |
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Parthun, Linda Edna Mrs. Linda Edna Parthun, age 68, of Denver, NC (formerly of Manhattan) died Saturday, June 4, 2011. Her funeral will be Tuesday, June 7, 2011 in North Carolina. Memorial service to be held at a later date in Manhattan, IL. Mrs. Parthun was born on April 24, 1943 in Long Island, NY to the late Emanuel and Edna Priscilla Wiley Schaarschmidt. She was a retired high school teacher having taught math and German in Joliet and Plainfield, IL. Survivors include her husband, Robert M. Parthun of the home; three sons, Robert Paul Parthun and wife Janis of Raleigh, NC, Matthew Lee Parthun of Joliet, Neil Alan Parthun of Urbana; one brother, Paul Schaarschmidt and wife Ellen of Denver, NC; two grandchildren, Tyler Parthun and Matthew "M.J." Parthun. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be made to Unity Presbyterian Church, 8210 Unity Church Road, Denver, NC 28037-9395, or to Manhattan United Methodist Church, 335 East North Street, Manhattan, IL 60442-9240. |
GALESBURG - Lois F. Johnson, 84, Galesburg, died at 8:30 a.m. Sunday, June 5, 2011, at Seminary Manor., She was born April 7, 1927, in Aurora, the daughter of William and Laura Riedel Berger. She married Charles E. Johnson on Jan. 24, 1953, in Aurora. He preceded her in death April 7, 1997., She is survived by a son, Steve (and Marcia) Johnson of Galesburg; two daughters, Vickie (and Robert) Showalter of Galesburg and Sandra Young of Gilson; and eight grandchildren, Greg Johnson, Stephanie Johnson, Jenna Carraci, Kimberly Showalter, Sheri Berg, Travis Young, Cody Young and Rick Johnson. She was preceded in death by her parents; a son, Larry Johnson on June 9, 2008; three brothers; a sister; and a granddaughter, Kristen., Lois worked at Maytag Corporation as a laborer for 21 years, retiring in 1988. She was born and raised in Aurora and moved to Galesburg in 1966. She was a member of First United Methodist Church and was a devoted bingo player., Funeral will be at 1:30 p.m. Thursday, June 9, at Hinchliff-Pearson-West Galesburg Chapel. The Rev. Kirk Kendall will officiate. Visitation will be 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday at the chapel. Burial will be in East Linwood Cemetery. Memorials may be made to First United Methodist Church. Online condolences may be made at |
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CHAMPAIGN – Lois Faulkner, 76, of Champaign died at 7:36 p.m. Sunday (June 5, 2011) at Provena Covenant Medical Center, Urbana. Funeral arrangements were incomplete at Morgan Memorial Home, 1304 Regency Drive West, Savoy. read more |
CRYSTAL LAKE – Loretta Anne Sandberg, 72, of Crystal Lake, passed away peacefully Thursday, June 2, 2011, at her home., She was a true country girl, born March 11, 1939, on a farm in Portage la Prairie, Manitoba, Canada, the second of seven children of Douglas and Grace McIvor. She married the true love of her life, Denzel Sandberg, on Dec. 28, 1957, in her hometown., She followed her husband to Crystal Lake in 1966, when he took a job as a pilot for TWA. Together they raised four exceptionally beautiful children there, all the while maintaining her own striking good looks. This in turn caused her husband to flirt with her incessantly throughout their 50 years of marriage, to which she always blushed and said, "Oh Denny, stop it!", She loved nothing more than spending time with her family, whether it be her own or her adopted one at Mama Rini's. She could always be counted on to attend every special event and be there for every hospital stay to provide encouragement and love, whether it was for her spouse, children, grandchildren, siblings or friends. She relished every minute spent with loved ones, whether it be her much anticipated yearly trip to meet her sister Marlene in Las Vegas, her many trips with various grandchildren in tow, her yearly vacation to Oklahoma, complete with a stop in Branson to see "the cute Elvis," her standing date with Auntie Johnnie for coffee and soaps, or taking her family out to eat at Irene's., An experienced and expert, some might even say "professional" shopper, she loved nothing more than strategically planning and finding that perfect gift for every birthday, anniversary, Christmas or other occasion that she could find an excuse to spoil her family and friends. As each grandchild got their license, it became tradition to go on fun shopping trips with "Gramma," which always involved picking out presents that she kept for months and impeccably wrapped so that even the recipient who picked it out had forgotten what treasures lay inside. When no grandchildren were around to accompany her on shopping trips, she made great use of her TV and telephone in becoming quite the customer on QVC and HSN, to the point of saying of the hosts, "those people are like my family!", She was an exceptional crafter, accomplished in everything from knitting to sewing to cross-stitch. She also was a great cook and baker, whose famous carrot cake will be sorely missed by all who have tasted it. She was an inspiration to all who knew her and passed down her unwavering religious faith to her children and grandchildren. However, above all it will be her beautiful personality and giving spirit that will be missed and remembered most., She is survived by four children and 18 grandchildren, Denzel Kurt Sandberg of Enderby, British Columbia, and his children, Jenny, Jeremy, Katie, Sarah and Jeffrey; Kim (Dale) Kowalski of Hebron, and their children, Amberley, Dylan, Tanner, Kiaya, Harley, Keegan and Blade; Karen Kowalski of Crystal Lake, and her children, Kelsey and Klansey; and Lawrence Kelly (Jill) Sandberg of Sand Springs, Okla., and their children, Kenzie, Julian, Holly and Nicole; four brothers, Kelly (Joan) McIvor of Lockport, Manitoba, Keith (Dorothy) McIvor of Portage la Prairie, Manitoba, Bud McIvor of Winnipeg, Manitoba, and Johnny (Shannon) McIvor of Portage la Prairie, Manitoba; and two sisters, Joyce McIvor of Portage la Prairie, Manitoba, and Marlene (Orest) Kowall of Portage la Prairie, Manitoba., She was preceded in death by her parents; and her husband, Denzel Sandberg., The visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, June 7, at Querhammer & Flagg Funeral Home, 500 W. Terra Cotta Ave., Crystal Lake. The funeral will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, June 8, at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, 1023 S. McHenry Ave., Crystal Lake. Interment will be in Windridge Memorial Park, next to her beloved husband., In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations to the Juvenile Diabetes Foundation or the, For information, call the funeral home at 815-459-1760. Online condolences may be made at |
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GALESBURG - Lowava A. Squire, 93, Coldbrook Township, died at 8:35 a.m. Sunday, June 5, 2011, at Rosewood Care Center, Galesburg., She was born Dec. 7, 1917, in Galesburg, the daughter of Clarence and Stella Plummer Ahenger. She married Forrest C. "Pete" Squire on May 12, 1934, in Galesburg. He preceded her in death Nov. 21, 1997., She is survived by seven children, Jeanine Corbin of Galesburg, Jackie (and Wayne) Hoteling of Camanche, Iowa, Joyce French of rural Monmouth, Judy (and Don) Fredrickson of Seaton, Jan F. (and Teri ) Squire of Abingdon, Jerrilyn (and John) Hajostek of Cameron and Julie (and Bob) McGraw of Oneida; a daughter-in-law, Betsy Utsler of Olathe, Kan.; 21 grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren; one stepgreat-grandchild; six great-great-grandchildren; and a brother, James Ahenger of Union City, Pa. She was preceded in death by her parents; a son, Jon Squire on May 20, 1992; two sons-in-law, Richard Corbin and Larry French; a brother; and two sisters., Lowava was a homemaker, spending her years raising her family. She was a member of Coldbrook Christian Church, where she was a Sunday school teacher. She was a life member of Warren County Home Extension, was a 4-H leader and was Chapter Mother of FHA., Funeral will be at 11:30 a.m. Thursday, June 9, at Hinchliff-Pearson-West Galesburg Chapel. The Rev. Craig Robertson will officiate. Visitation will be 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Thursday at the chapel. Burial will be in Oak Lawn Memorial Gardens. Memorials may be made to Coldbrook Christian Church or, . Online condolences may be made at |
Lasala, Lucille (nee Altamore), age 101, of Bensenville, loving wife of the late Jaspar, beloved mother of Phil (Mary) and Marylou (Michael) Caprio, dear grandmother of 5, great-grandmother of 10, sister of Jacqueline (late Jack) Smith, aunt of many nieces and nephews. Visitation Tuesday, June 7, 2011 from 3-9 p.m. at Cuneo-Columbian Funeral Home, 10300 W. Grand Avenue (one block east of Mannheim Road), Frankline Park. Prayers Wednesday, June 8, 2011 at 9:15 a.m. from Cuneo-Columbian Funeral Home to St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, Bensenville for Mass at 10:00 a.m Interment Queen of Heaven Cemtery, Hillside, IL. 847-455-1200 or |
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Courtney Campbell Maltas, 57, of Arlington Heights, formerly of Western Springs. Beloved wife of Kenny; loving mother of Jennifer Isabel, Stephen Kenneth, and Jeffrey Allen; ..... |
Margaret "Mardy" E. Gunderson Heal Sasman died May 28, 2011, at home peacefully in her sleep., Mardy was born in DeKalb on Feb. 16, 1927, to John and Edith Mary (Kelly) Gunderson. When Mardy was two weeks old, the family moved to the Kelly family farm near Maple Park. She lived there until she married Clifford Heal, and they moved to his grandfather's farm near Esmond. When they left the farm, they moved to Geneva, later to Elgin and then ultimately to Scottsdale, Ariz. Cliff passed away in 1984. In 1991, Mardy moved back to Elgin, and in 1996, to Wheaton. It was there she met and married Robert (Bob) Sasman. Shortly after they married, they had a house built in Aurora where they lived until 2009 when they moved to Geneva., Mardy worked various places as a secretary, bookkeeper and administrative assistant. She enjoyed selling jewelry and Indian artifacts in Old Scottsdale at an Indian store. Other than her family, her greatest love and rewards were working with her philanthropic sorority, Sigma Phi Gamma. Mardy held many positions in the sorority including international president., She leaves her beloved husband, Bob; daughter, Diane (Thomas) Peterson of Elgin; grandchildren, Jennifer (Michael) McLellan of Austin, Texas, Erik (Laura Russell, fiancée) Peterson of Chicago and Carin (Brad) Masel of Elgin; and two great-grandchildren, Jacqueline and Duncan McLellan. She is also survived by her sister, Marion Montgomery; and brother, John W. Gunderson. Other survivors are Bob's children, Gary Sasman of Spring Valley, Dean (Kim) Sasman of Buffalo Grove and Marcia (Steve) DeLaRosa of Villa Park; and grandson, Hudson DeLaRosa. She will also be missed by her many friends and sorority sisters across the United States and Canada., She was predeceased by her parents; first husband, Clifford F. Heal; son, Roger Dale Heal; and her cousin, Ellen Schranz, whom her parents raised., A memorial service to celebrate her life will be held at noon Saturday, June 11, at Fox Valley Presbyterian Church, 227 East Side Drive, Geneva, followed by a light luncheon. Burial of the cremated remains will be private., In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Fox Valley Presbyterian Church or to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, 8111 N. Stadium Drive, Suite 100, Houston, TX 77054, in honor of her granddaughter, Jennifer. |
Margarita "Peg" Oliver, 90, of Pharr, Texas, passed away May 18 at her residence. Peg was born May 30, 1920., Mrs. Oliver grew up in Winnetka, Ill., and graduated from Lawrence College (now University) in 1942. She lived with her family in Appleton, Wis., until moving to Texas in 1984, after her husband passed away. In Wisconsin, she was a member of the Memorial Presbyterian Church, was active in Parent-Teacher Association and taught English as a second language to the Hmong students and parents. She lived in the Rio Grande Valley for 27 years, and was active in the Unitarian Universalist church. She formed the Coalition of Literacy Services to ensure GED classes were available in all areas of the valley and she actively taught classes throughout the valley until she was 85 years old. If a problem in education needed to be addressed, she sent letters to the paper and USA Today, and sent emails to anyone who might be able to make a difference. She could not leave any possibility for better education unchecked, and was a champion for anyone who needed an education. Peg Oliver received the George B. Walter Service to Society Award from Lawrence University in recognition of the differences she made. She leaves behind a legacy of people whose lives she has influenced by giving them hope of a better future – believing in them when no one else did., She is survived by her eight children, Bonnie (David) Nabbefeld, Scott (Barbara) Oliver, Nancy (David) Leifheit, Bruce (Shannon) Oliver, Steventon (Sage) Oliver, Andrew (Cheryl) Oliver, Pamela (Marcos) Munoz and Laurie (Enrique) Ruiz; 12 grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. She was a loving wife and mother., She was preceded in death by her husband, Alfred Oliver; her parents, Ernest and Genevieve Thompson; her sisters, Winifred McCandlish and Vivette Soderlund; and brothers, Ernest Thompson Jr. and Wickham Thompson., A memorial fund is being established., Memorial services were held in McAllen, Texas, as well as at the Memorial Presbyterian Church in Appleton, in June. |
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John H. McGowan, 86, June 4, 2011. Father of six daughters: Linda (Richard) Tasch, Janice(Timothy) Crowe, Susan(Michael) Kanaly, Nancy Fiete, Carol McGowan, Diane(Anthony "Chris") ..... |
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Donovan S. Miller, age 86, formerly of Bellwood, IL and Marathon, FL. Loving father of Suzanne Lewis, Donna Ellis and Alan (Wanda) Miller; proud ..... |
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Anna M. Mizerka, nee Franco , of Westchester, IL, age 79, beloved wife of the late Raymond C.; loving mother of Jeannette Daddono, Denise (Bruce) ..... |
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June M. Moore, nee Lipke , age 90; Beloved wife of the late Robert A. Moore; loving mother of the late Carolyn (Peter) Alinder, Robert ..... |
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Page, Marie H. Marie H. Page, age 87, passed away on Saturday June 4, 2011 in Farmington, New Mexico, her home for the past 12 years. She is survived by her son Robert W. (Ann) Ziesmer, grandson Daniel (Amy) Ziesmer of New Mexico, grandson William of Arkansas, great grandson Vincent, great granddaughter Alisha Stokes, and a great-great granddaughter Autumn Marie Stokes of Colorado. She was preceded in death by her husband Ralph L. Page, infant daughter Linda Christine, and parents Joseph M. and Christine E. (nee Nemanich) Shray. Marie was a lifetime member of St. Joseph Church, Joliet, and attended Sacred Heart and St. Mary Churches in Farmington, New Mexico. A Celebration of Marie's Life will be held on Thursday June 9, 2011 starting with prayers at the funeral home at 9:30 AM, then in procession to St. Joseph Church in Joliet for a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 A.M. Interment will follow at St. Joseph Cemetery, Joliet. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to St. Joseph Cemetery Fund or the, . Visitation will be held Wednesday June 8, 2011 from 2 P.M. - 8 P.M. at: |
ST. ELMO - Marjorie Elizabeth Satterlee, 94, St. Elmo, formerly of Flora, beautician, died May 25, 2011. Services: 11 a.m. Friday, Kull Funeral Home, St. Elmo. Visitation: two hours before services. Burial: Maplewood Cemetery, St. Elmo. Memorials: First United Methodist Church, St. Elmo; Shriner's Hospitals for Children; Salvation Army; Hospice of the Valley, Phoenix, Ariz.; St. Elmo Public Library or donor's choice. |
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Beaubien, Mark State Representative 52nd District State Representative Mark Beaubien Jr., 68, of Barrington Hills, died suddenly on Sunday, June 5, 2011. He was born October 30, 1942 in Waukegan. He married Dee Prola Beaubien on August 15, 1964 in Springfield, Illinois. Together they raised two sons and have five grandchildren. Dee was his wife for 47 years, his best friend of over 50 and the source of much of his inspiration. Rep. Beaubien was an Assistant Republican Leader, serving as State Representative since his appointment on October 22, 1996 to fill a vacancy. He was subsequently re-elected to six additional two-year terms. Prior to becoming a lawmaker, Rep. Beaubien served as a member of the Lake County Board from 1992-96 during which time he also served as Cuba Township Supervisor. Rep. Beaubien enjoyed a successful career in both law and banking, quickly emerging as a community leader through his professional experience and civic involvement. Rep. Beaubien's expertise in law and finance proved a tremendous asset as the House Republicans' chief budget negotiator. In this role, Rep. Beaubien became a leading advocate for fiscal responsibility. In the General Assembly, Rep. Beaubien had many accomplishments, too many to list here, but some of his proudest moments included spearheading initiatives to make seatbelt enforcement a primary reason for law enforcement to stop a vehicle, voting with his convictions in support of the recent Civil Union Bill, passing a bill that provided Municipal Pension Reform, leading the charge to save Round Lake Schools and playing an active role in the Sportsman's Caucus and issues related to hunting and other open space issues. Rep. Beaubien was a confident man who refused to limit his ideals to those of his generation, embracing the timeless values of honor, respect, loyalty and integrity while rejecting its occasional intolerance and prejudice. He knew instinctively that these fundamental rights that he both cherished and demanded were meaningless unless they were enjoyed by all men and women. This principled leadership made it easy for him to support issues and causes that were unpopular within his party including the fundamental rights of women and the gay community. Rep. Beaubien's easy wit, quick smile and unpretentious wisdom made him well liked by even those with whom he disagreed. His was an intelligence without narcissism and his popularity was enhanced by the fact that he did not seek it. If asked why he was one of the few Republican supporters of the Civil Union Bill, he would respond with humility and simplicity that it was simply time and we should all "live our own lives and speak our own truths." His legacy is in his convictions and values. Representative Beaubien was dedicated to community service throughout his life. His civic activities over the years included involvement with the |
Geroulis, Martha Alicia Martha Alicia Geroulis, nee Diaz, age 54. Wife of John P. Geroulis. Mother of Bernardo Medina Jr. and Martin Medina. Daughter of Amy Mata. Sister of Joe, Mario, Jesse and Lupe. Visitation Wednesday from 4pm to 9pm at SMITH-CORCORAN FUNERAL HOME 6150 N. Cicero Ave. Funeral Service Thursday 10:00 am at the funeral home. Cremation Private. Arrangements by JOHN G. ADINAMIS FUNERAL DIRECTOR, LTD. (773) 736-3833 |
DECATUR - Mary Ann Hauffe, 83, Decatur, died Saturday (June 4, 2011). Services: 2 p.m. Thursday, Summit Avenue Baptist Church. Visitation: two hours before services in the church. Burial: Graceland Cemetery. Arrangements by: Tanzyus-Logan Funeral Service and Care. Memorials: donor's choice. Send condolences: www.leavememoriesnotdebt. com. Survivors: husband, Richard; son, Richard A. Hauffe, Moweaqua; brothers, J. Russell Isome, Mount Zion; Floyd Isome, Florida; sisters, Juanita Casey, Decatur; Joanne Harbison, Arizona; two grandchildren; three great-grandchildren. Online guest book at, herald-review/ |
BARRINGTON – Mary B. Anderlik, 96, of Barrington, passed away peacefully Saturday, June 4, 2011, at Lexington Health Care Facility in Lake Zurich, after a brief illness., She was born March 14, 1915, at home on the farm in Parnell, Iowa, the oldest daughter of Arthur Dermody and Mary Jane Duffy, She graduated from Parnell Public Schools, taught by the Sisters of Humility, and entered into nurses training at Mercy Hospital and acquired her registered nurse degree in 1936., She married the love of her life, Ralph Anderlik, on Oct. 2, 1939, at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Iowa City, Iowa. They later moved to Barrington in 1944, where her husband was employed at Jewel Tea Co. She tenderly practiced nursing at Sherman Hospital and went on to private duty care., She was a strong and loving person and devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She dedicated her life to caring for the sick to find comfort and peace through her unyielding compassion and service as a registered nurse. Her Irish background influenced the way she lived and raised her family., She was an active member of St. Anne's Catholic Church since 1944, St. Anne's Women's Club, Young at Heart and the Barrington Historical Society., She is survived by her four sons, Jim (Dini) of Johnston, Iowa, Ed (Kathy) of Crystal Lake, Tom of Buffalo Grove and John (Karen) of Richardson, Texas; 13 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; two brothers, Clement Dermody of Parnell, Iowa and Arthur Jr. (Marietta) Dermody of Williamsburg, Iowa; and a sister, Bernice Skarbek of Cedar Rapids, Iowa., She was preceded in death by her parents, Art and Mayme Duffy Dermody; her loving husband, Ralph; her daughter, Mary Lou; a sister, Margaret Eichorst; a sister-in-law, Blanche Dermody; and her brothers-in-law, Richard Eichorst and Herbert Skarbek., The visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, June 8, at Davenport Funeral Home, 149 W. Main St. (Lake Cook Road), Barrington. The visitation will continue from 9 a.m. Thursday, June 9, until the 10 a.m. funeral Mass celebrating her life at St. Anne's Catholic Church, 120 N. Ela St., Barrington. A private family burial will be at noon Friday, June 10, at the family plot in Iowa City, Iowa., In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in her name to St. Anne's Women's Club or a charity of the donor's choice., For information, call the funeral home at 847-381-3411. Online condolences may be left for the family at |
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NORMAL — Mary C. "Betty" Cole Mackey, most recently of Atlanta, Ga., formerly of Normal, died Thursday (June 2, 2011) at Atlanta, Ga., three days past her 90th birthday. |
CAPE GIRARDEAU -- Mary Earnhart, 91, formerly of Dongola, died at 4:45 a.m., Saturday, June 4, 2011, in Chateau Girardeau., She was born July 16, 1919, in Dongola to Charlie and Annie Karraker Casper., She married Everett Earnhart on Feb. 7, 1937. He preceded her in death May 10, 1987., Mary was a member of Mount Olive Baptist Church in Dongola. She spent most of her life on the family farm where she enjoyed working side by side with her husband and daughters., She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Joyce and Roy Rhodes of Scott City, Mo.; nieces, nephews and other relatives., She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; a daughter and son-in-law, Janice and Joseph Chuck; an infant daughter; infant son; and one brother, Darrell Casper., Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m., Monday, June 6, 2011, in Crain Funeral Home in Dongola., Services for Mary Earnhart will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday, June 7, 2011, in Crain Funeral Home in Dongola, with the Rev. Charles Duckworth officiating. Interment will be in Meisenheimer Cemetery in Dongola., Memorial contributions may be made to, and will be accepted at the funeral home., To leave online condolences, visit |
DECATUR - Mary Elizabeth Clark Ridgeway, 87, Rantoul, formerly of Decatur, housekeeper, died May 30, 2011. Graveside services: 2:30 p.m. Wednesday, Point Pleasant Cemetery. Visitation: 1 to 2 pm. Wednesday, Galilee Baptist Church. Memorials: donor's choice. Arrangements by: Tanzyus-Logan Funeral Service and Care. |
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She was born Oct. 3, 1932, in Edina, a daughter of Albert Ross and Letetia Irene Hayes Pinson., She was united in marriage to Eugene Buster Schrage and to this union three children were born, Kathy McMahon (and husband Dennis) of Edina, Mike Schrage (and wife Terry) of Edina and Darrell Schrage (and Joyce Burns) of Staten Island, N.Y., Mary lived most all of her life in Knox County, where she graduated from Edina High School. She was employed at Burnham Glove Factory in Edina for several years. Mary has resided at the Knox County Nursing Home since 1983, and enjoyed all activities there. She was a member of the Hurdland Baptist Church. She enjoyed riding horses, the St. Louis Cardinals and spending time with her family and friends., Also surviving are one sister, Joyce Cunningham, and husband Fred, of Philadelphia; one brother, Jim Pinson, and wife Marsha, of Novelty; 10 grandchildren, Sean Arndt and wife Denise, Scotty Arndt, Marcie Stansberry and husband Matthew, Katie McMahon, Daniel McMahon, Lance McMahon, Buster Ray Schrage and wife Rhonda, Becky Barnhill and husband Jason, Barry Schrage and Stephen Schrage; five great-grandchildren, Lena and Jax Arndt, Georgia Mae Arndt, Keaton and Skylar Schrage; several nieces, nephews and cousins., She was preceded in death by her parents; and one sister, Doris Peterson., SERVICES: 1 p.m. Tuesday in the Hudson-Rimer Funeral Home, Edina, by the Rev. Robert Shobe. Burial will be in the Linville Cemetery, Edina., Music will be provided by Ira Moots, soloist, and Carol Hayes, organist. Musical selections will be "The Great Speckled Bird," "How Great Thou Art" and "Sweet Bye and Bye.", Casket bearers will be her grandsons, Sean Arndt, Scotty Arndt, Daniel McMahon, Lance McMahon, Buster Ray Schrage, Barry Schrage and Stephen Schrage. Honorary bearers will be Becky Barnhill, Marcie Stansberry, Katie McMahon, Lena Arndt, Jax Arndt, Georgia Mae Arndt, Keaton Schrage and Skylar Schrage., VISITATION: After 9 a.m. Tuesday, with family present from 11 a.m. till services at 1 p.m., in the funeral home., MEMORIALS: Multiple Sclerosis Association (local chapter) or Knox County Nursing Home. Memorials may be left at or mailed to Hudson-Rimer Funeral Home, P.O. Box 1, Edina, MO, 63537., ARRANGEMENTS: Hudson-Rimer Funeral Home, Edina. |
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RANTOUL – Mary Elizabeth Clark Ridgeway, 87, of Rantoul, formerly of Decatur, died at 5:30 a.m. Monday (May 30, 2011) at Country Manor Nursing Home, Gifford. read more |
Ogawa, Masae Masae Ogawa, 90 years, died June 5th. Beloved wife of the late Terry. Loving mother of Timothy (May) and David (Susan) Ogawa. Fond sister of Haruko (Harold) Nakaoka, Shizuko (late Jiro) Kusumoto and the late Yoshito Nishimura, Masao (Marie) Nishimura, Hideko (late Robert) Kubo, Devoted grandmother of Kimberly and Kevin Ogawa. Loving aunt and great aunt to many nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers memorials to the Konko Church of Chicago 6447 N. Albany Ave. Chicago, IL. 60645 appreciated. Visitation June 12th Sunday from 1:00 pm until funeral service at 4:00 pm both at Lakeview Funeral Home 1458 W Belmont Ave. Chicago, IL. 60657 for info 773-472-6300 or |
Morgan, Mattie Lee (nee Winters). Born April 26, 1946 in Tunica MS, departed this life May 30, 2011 in Joliet, IL. Preceded in death by her husband, Calvin Morgan; parents, Lonnie and Pinkie Winters; grandparents; two brothers and two sisters. She leaves to cherish her memories; one son, Michael Morgan; three daughters, Vickie Hamilton, Sinthia (Lawrence) Travis, and LiKishia (Rodney) Cooper; two brothers, Clifton Duria and Lonnie Winters, Jr; two sisters, Lula Yates and Francie Winters; a host of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Visitation Tuesday, June 7, 2011 5-6pm at the funeral home. Service at 6pm. Rev Frank Edmond, officiating. Interment private. Minor-Morris Funeral Home 112 Richards St. (815) 723-1283 |
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CHILLICOTHE — Melvin Eilers, 81, of 1226 N. Finney, Chillicothe, passed away at 2:54 p.m. Saturday (June 4, 2011) at OSF Saint Francis Medical Center, Peoria. |
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WEST FRANKFORT -- Mitchell K. Mann, 51, died Tuesday, May 31, 2011., Services will be at 3 p.m. Sunday in Varis-Stone Funeral Home. Burial will be in Miner's Cemetery in Royalton. Visitation will be from 1 to 3 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. |
MOUNT VERNON -- Myrtle Alma Pickens, 92, died Sunday, June 5, 2011, in Mount Vernon Residential Living center., Arrangements are incomplete in Newell Funeral Home in Mount Vernon. |
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Liv Nielsen, nee Jacobsen , 87, of Covenant Village, Northbrook, formerly Stavanger, Norway, June 4, 2011. Beloved wife of the late Sigurd L. Nielsen; loving ..... |
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Nick G. Chingman, 52, of Alexander, died Friday, June 3, 2011, in Alexander., He was born April 13, 1959, in Muskegon, Mich., the son of Raymond George and Ruth Elaine Garvey Chingman. He married Linda Strope on March 6, 1987, in Las Vegas, and she survives., He is also survived by two sons, Michael Chingman (wife, Deanna) of Las Vegas and David Chingman (fiancée, Michelle Johnston) of Carlinville; three grandchildren, Klayton, Alma and Dalton Chingman; two brothers, Raymond and Daniel; three sisters, Louella, Mary and Diann; several nieces and nephews; his mother-in-law, Donna Strope of Alexander; and his sister-in-law, Becky Strope of Alexander. He was preceded in death by his parents., Mr. Chingman graduated from White Hall High School in Muskegon, Mich., and was previously employed for 15 years at A-C Humko in Jacksonville. He served from 1977 to 1992 with the U.S. Air Force including service with Desert Shield and Desert Storm., Graveside military honors will be held 12 Noon Wednesday at Camp Butler National Cemetery in Springfield. The family will meet friends from 9:30-11 a.m. Wednesday at the Buchanan & Cody Funeral Home in Jacksonville. Memorial gifts are suggested to the family. Condolences may be left online at |
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Jeremiah "Jerry" P. O'Connell, 75, of Pinehurst, NC died June 5, 2011. He was born in Litchfield, Illinois on August 19, 1935 to Jeremiah and ..... |
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Jeanne M. O'Shea, nee Tohtz , at rest May 26, 2011, beloved wife of Thomas F. O'Shea; fond mother of Linda (Hal-deceased) Wahrer, James (Barbara) ..... |
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Masae Ogawa, 90 years, died June 5, beloved wife of the late Terry; loving mother of Timothy (May) and David (Susan) Ogawa; fond sister of ..... |
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Marilyn F. Osborn (nee Laird) age 80, of Plainfield, formerly of the LaGrange Highlands. Beloved wife of Paul; devoted mother of Rodney (Dawn) and Mitchell ..... |
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Harry H. Phelps, Navy Veteran; resident of Elmhurst, beloved husband of Alice; loving father of David and loving grandfather. Visitation Thursday, 3 to 7 ..... |
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Winnie Graves Powell, age 85, passed away May 23 at The Bethany Terrace in Morton Grove, IL after a long illness. Born in Portland, TN. ..... |
Patricia Eileen (Swearingen) Heaster-Kohl 82 NAPERVILLE - Patricia Eileen (Swearingen) Heaster-Kohl, 82, passed away Thursday, June 2, 2011, in Naperville. Born Dec. 6, 1928, in Chicago to Harold and Eileen Gray Swearingen. Married Harold Heaster on Aug. 25, 1945; he died in 1979. Married Dr. Mathias F.F. Kohl on Dec. 6, 1980; he died in 2001. Patricia studied at the Art Institute of Chicago, specializing in portraits. She graduated from the Chicago public school's practical nursing program in 1965 and worked at Presbyterian St. Luke and Little Company of Mary Hospitals. In 1977, she earned an associate's degree in mental health technology from Prairie State College. Other interest included painting, songwriting, music, working with miniatures, writing and illustrating for publications, genealogy and acting. Patricia served on the board of the Winnebago County Council on Aging in Rockford. She is survived by son, David (Donna) Heaster of Hazel Crest; daughters, Ruthanne (the late Robert) Oberholtzer of Geneva and Kristin (George) Benjamin of Allentown, Pa.; grandmother to Jennifer, Jason, Lisa, Jessica, David, Rachel and Samantha; great-grandmother to Amanda, Shay, Hope and Kaitlyn. Children by marriage include Michael Kohl of Rockford, Stephen (Cecelia) Kohl of Alamo, Calif., David (Barbara) Kohl of Rockford, Dr. Jonathan (Janna) Kohl of Pacific Palisades, Calif., and Deborah Kohl of Rockford. Grandchildren by marriage include Sarah, Thomas, Ryan, Amanda, Michele, Gregory, Courtney, David, Jonathan, Kristin and Gunner; and great-grandchildren, Jeff, Hadley and Lee. Service took place in Tews Funeral Home, 18230 Dixie Highway, Homewood. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the Scleroderma Foundation at |
LOUISVILLE - Paul E. "Pood" McKnelly, 89, Louisville,, veteran and retired Fedders Corp. employee, died Saturday (June 4, 2011). Services: 11 a.m. Wednesday, Neal Funeral Home, Louisville. Visitation: one hour before services. Burial: Orchard Hill Cemetery, Louisville, with military rites. Memorials: Louisville American Legion. |
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DECATUR - Pearl M. Holloway, 66, Decatur, died Monday (June 6, 2011). Arrangements incomplete: Moran & Goebel Funeral Home. |
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HOMER – Phyllis Amanda Fulton McHale, 86, of Homer died peacefully at home on Thursday (June 2, 2011). read more |
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MOUNT ZION - Randall Joe Cook, 63, Mount Zion, retired A.E. Staley Mfg. Co. employee, died Sunday (June 5, 2011). Graveside services: 11 a.m. Wednesday, Mount Gilead Cemetery. Visitation: 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Dawson & Wikoff Funeral Home, Mount Zion. Memorials: Fresenius Dialysis Center. Send condolences: www.dawson-wikoff. com. |
RAYMOND 'RAY' FERENCE, 87 ROCKFORD - Raymond "Ray" Ference, 87, of Rockford died at 5:02 a.m. Sunday, June 5, 2011, at Provena St. Anne Center. Born Aug. 25, 1923, in Christopher, the son of Stanley and Barbara (Filipiak) Ference. He lived 63 years in Rockford, coming here from Christopher. Married Lois Confer on March 4, 1950, in Rockford. Ray was employed as a construction maintenance supervisor for 25 years with Nicor. He was a veteran of, , serving the Navy on the USS Oakland as a plank owner. Member of Emmanuel Lutheran Church. He also belonged to the Navy Club, American Legion,, , Navy Memorial, and Star in East Lodge 166. Ray loved going to the ship reunions, was an avid gardener and went to the farmer's market every year. Survivors include wife, Lois; daughter, Laura Telling; sister, Virginia Cravens of Portsmouth, N.H.; brother, Eugene (Pat) Ference of Mount Vernon; grandchildren Shellie (Jeff) Johnson, Anita (Dan) Beard, Carrie Nelson and Aaron Nelson, all of Rockford; nine great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Predeceased by daughter, Debbie Nelson; sister, Stella Smith; and brother, Joseph Ference. Masonic service at 9:45 a.m. and funeral at 10 a.m. Wednesday, June 8, at Gasparini & Oliveri Funeral Home, with Pastor Sandi Olson Decker officiating. Interment in Willwood Cemetery. Visitation from 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, June 7, at the funeral home. Arrangements by Gasparini & Oliveri Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 707 Marchesano Drive. Leave condolences at www. |
HERRIN -- Raymond Null, 72, died at 10:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 31, 2011, in Herrin Rehabilitation Center., He was born Sept. 22, 1938, in Zeigler, the son of Jacob E. and Kate (Pullum) Null., He married Sandra Lynn Falknor on Aug. 1958, and she preceded him in death., He married Edith K. Oakley on Aug. 21, 1981, and she preceded him in death June 12, 2010., He was a retired police detective for the city of Wilton Manors, Fla. He was the author of several books., Raymond is survived by two daughters, Linda Null of New Braunfels, Texas, and Rebecca (Joel) Snider of Herrin; one son, David Null of Marion; one stepdaughter, Rebecca Francis of Southern Illinois; four granddaughters, Abby Snider of Herrin, Chrystal (Damon) Hickey of Carterville, Mandy (Ryan) Woodard of Energy and Lindsey Null of New Braunsfels, Texas; three grandsons, Daniel and Ryan Snider, both of Herrin, and Devon Null-Patterson of Carbondale; and two great-grandchildren., He was preceded in death by his wife, parents and several brothers and sisters., Graveside services and inurnment will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday, June 8, in Egyptian Memorial Gardens with the Rev. Jim Grant officiating., Crain Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements., To leave online condolences, visit |
REGINA B. SPIELMAN, 94 DARLINGTON, Wis. - Regina B. Spielman, 94, of Darlington, formerly of Shullsburg, passed away Sunday, June 5, 2011, at Lafayette County Manor in Darlington. Born Aug. 20, 1916, in Chicago, the daughter of Harry and Lillie (Boguszewski) Milewski. Married George A. Spielman on Oct. 3, 1936, in Chicago; he died Feb. 11, 2005. Regina worked for Admiral Corp. in Harvard, Ill., and retired from Arnold Engineering in Marengo, Ill. She loved her family and enjoyed cooking. Regina is loved and will be missed by her children, Kenneth (Lynne) Spielman of Waunakee, Marilynn Riske and Carolynn (Phil) Knox, both of Belvidere, Ill.; four grandchildren; eight great-grandchil-dren; and five great-great-grand-children. Predeceased also by her parents; son, LeRoy; grandchild, Kathy; and son-in-law, Alexander Riske. Private family services Friday, June 10, at Buck-Wheeler-Hyland Funeral Home, 218 W. Hurlbut Ave., Belvidere, with the Rev. Brian Geary, pastor of St. James Catholic Church, officiating. Burial in Livingston Cemetery, rural Caledonia, Ill. A memorial will be established in her name. To light a candle or to share a memory, please visit buckwheelerhyland .com. |
EL PASO, Texas - Richard Allen (Dick) Pople was born in Galesburg, Ill., Oct. 12, 1934. He graduated from Galesburg High School in 1952 and received his BSEE from the, in Champaign-Urbana in January 1957., He served as a captain in the U.S. Army and the Army Reserves. He worked for Convair in Fort Worth on the B-58 bomber, which he always considered the best piece of machinery he had ever seen. He had a remarkable career in the space program as a research and test engineer and advanced into management, where he was involved in the moon shot and the space shuttle programs and was named in the Who's Who of the space program., He was married to Ruth Kanz in 1957. He is survived by his wife, Ruth; son David and his wife Laura; son Rodric; daughter Dana Eber; four granddaughters, Brooke, Callie and Jordan Pople and Austen Eber; and one sister, Jeanne Pople., Memorial service will be 9 to 11 a.m. Thursday at Ascension Lutheran Church, 6520 Loma de Cristo, El Paso, TX 79912. Memorials may be made to Ascension Lutheran Church, Ronald McDonald House or any deserving charity. |
Lockhart, Richard L. Age 83 of Braidwood, passed away Saturday, June 4, 2011. A veteran of the, and US Army. Richard was a member of the Main Street Baptist Church in Braidwood and a member of the Wilmington, Post #5422. He retired from Personal Products and a former employee of the Joliet Arsenal. Survived by his wife Phyllis; three children Phillip (Carolyn) Lockhart, Scott (Michelle) Lockhart and Anji (Larry) Persico; eight grandchildren: one brother and two sisters. Visitation and Video Tribute Wednesday, June 8, 2011, 4-8 pm at Freitag-Reeves & Baskerville Funeral Home, 700 East Kahler Road in Wilmington. Funeral services will follow Thursday, June 9, 2011 at 9:30 am in the funeral home. Burial at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery. Memorials to NF Midwest, 473 Dunham Rd., Suite 3, St. Charles, IL 60174 or DDC, P. O. Box 906, Mundelein, IL 60060. Guestbook/Info: |
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Born Dec. 11, 1959, in Quincy, Ricky was a son of James Waldron and Yvonne Lepper Simpson. He married Carla Croomon April 7, 1997, in Kansas City, Mo., Ricky enjoyed fishing, mushroom hunting, working in his yard, going to garage sales and flea markets, and loved his dogs, Bubbles, Rocky, Buddy and Lucky. Funloving, with a sense of humor, Ricky will be remembered for playing jokes on family and friends., Mr. Simpson was employed as a forklift operator in various warehouses in Kansas City, Mo., for several years., Survivors include two sisters, Tamara M. Jackson and her husband, Robert, of Quincy and Kimberly Commons of Bradenton, Fla.; a sister-in-law, Susan Simpson of Quincy; seven grandchildren, including Nathan Kiesling, Crystal Beach and Samantha Beach, all of Kansas City, Kansas; 10 nieces and nephews, Sonya Sue Snyder, Mandy Simpson, Jayme Simpson, Renee Simpson, John Simpson, Nick Simpson and Ashley Simpson all of Quincy, Michael Beckman of Wisconsin, Jimmy Owsley of Illinois and Jeffrey Harris of Bradenton, Fla.; several great-nieces and great-nephews; and a close friend, Ronda Smith of Quincy., Mr. Simpson was preceded in death by his parents; one brother, Milo Kurt Simpson; and an uncle, Virgil Lepper., SERVICES: 10:30 a.m. Monday in the Zehender Robinson Stormer Cookson Funeral Home with the Rev. George Tomko conducting. Inurnment will be in Quincy Memorial Park., VISITATION: At time of services Monday morning in the funeral home., MEMORIALS: Ricky Simpson Memorial Fund., ARRANGEMENTS: Zehender Robinson Stormer Cookson Funeral Home. |
Guyer, Robert Dale Visitation for Robert D. Guyer, 76, will be held Wednesday, June 8, 2011 from 4:00-7:00pm with Celebration of Life Service beginning at 6:00pm at Michaels Funeral Home, 800 S. Roselle Rd., Schaumburg. Born May 1, 1935 in Frankfort, IN he passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family June 4, 2011. Bob was the adoring husband of 56 years to Carole Sue (nee Gregg); loving father of Michael (Mary), Kimberly (John) Adkins and Anna Lynn; dear grandfather of Michael Jr., Craig and Mitchell Becker, Andrea (Juan) Garcia and Ryan Wood; proud great-grandfather of Darien, Briana and Santino; cherished son of the late Dorothy; beloved brother of Iva; and uncle and cousin of many. He was proud to have worked in the toy and hobbie industry for over 20 years. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Bob's name to the |
SULLIVAN - Robert P. "R.P." Hale, 84 of Sullivan passed away 8:30 a.m. Sunday, June 5, 2011 at Eastview Terrace, Sullivan. Funeral services will be held 10:30 a.m. Thursday, June 9, 2011 at McMullin-Young Funeral Home, Sullivan. Visitation will be held 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, June 8, 2011 at McMullin-Young Funeral Home, Sullivan. Burial will be in Greenhill Cemetery, Sullivan. Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer's Foundation of America. R.P. was born June 7, 1926 in Flippin, Kentucky, the son of Joe Cyrus and Della Bessie (Smith) Hale. R.P. grew up in and around Flippin, Kentucky. He was a member of the Southern Baptist Church of Sullivan. He married Lillian Wilson Whitehead May 10, 1944 in Flippin, Kentucky. They lived in rural Flippin where they co-owned and operated a small tobacco farm until 1956. They moved to Sullivan Illinois, where R.P. worked for Guy Little Senior on the short-horn cattle farm South of Sullivan until 1960. He then worked for the City of Sullivan for 4 years and then moved on to a career as a manufacturing fabricator and welder. He worked at this with several Companies until his retirement from Agri-Fab in Sullivan. After retirement R.P. started a part time Lawn Care service. R. P. lived in and around Sullivan from 1956 until his death. He had extensive knowledge of livestock and, especially mules and horses, having worked with them most of his adult life. 'Grandpa' was an excellent farmer and gardener, loved to hunt and fish, and, above all he was the best Father, Grandfather, and Great-grandfather anyone could ever ask for. He was always quick with a story, and, no one was ever a stranger to him. He will be deeply missed. R.P. is survived by his son, Dale E.(Mary) Hale of Decatur; 3 Grandsons, Christopher Aaron (Rebecca) Hale of Blue Mound, Timothy Sean(Julianne) Hale of Cleveland, TN, and Benjamin Jason( Stacie) Hale of Forsyth;7 Great-grandchildren, Maggie, Truman, Aleita, Tatum, Kaylin, Emmett, and Harper, a very special friend, Ayline Moxley, along with a host of Nieces, Nephews, and Cousins. He was preceded in death by: his wife, Lillian, son, Robert J. (Bob), 7 brothers and sisters, Anna, Nettie, Buie, Cyrus, Roy, Sue, and Olene. Condolences may be offered to the family at, Obituary written by family members. Online guest book at, herald-review/ |
ROBERT 'BOB' WILLIAM SMITH, 93 STOCKTON - Robert "Bob" William Smith, 93, of Stockton, formerly of Rockford, passed away quietly Saturday, June 4 2011, in his home, surrounded by close family. Survivors include children, Lynn (Ellen) Smith, Linda (James) Encheff, Janice Radant and Glenn (Georgia) Smith; 16 grandchildren; 24 great-grand-children; and three great-great-grandchildren. Visitation from 3 to 6 p.m. Thursday, June 9, at Hermann Funeral Home, Stockton. Private burial at a later date in Sunset Memorial Gardens in Rockford. A memorial fund has been established in his memory. Condolences can be sent to the family at |
MURPHYSBORO -- Robert "Bob" Tucker, 82, passed away at 9:58 p.m. Sunday, June 5, 2011, in Memorial Hospital of Carbondale., Services will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday, June 8, in Pettett Funeral Home, with the Rev. Charles Allen officiating. Burial will be in Pleasant Grove Memorial Park. Friends may call from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home., In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Elm Street Baptist Church in Murphysboro., Robert was born Sept. 19, 1928, in Murphysboro to Clement Tucker and Inda (Trigg) Tucker., He served in the U. S. Army during the Korean conflict., Bob worked for 30 years at the former Brown Shoe Company in Murphysboro and then worked for 23 years in the maintenance department for Murphysboro School District 186., Mr. Tucker was a Christian by faith, and he volunteered at the food pantry at Elm Street Baptist Church, where he was a member., Bob loved to walk and he was an avid dog walker at Lake Murphysboro, where he and his Yorkies, Rosie and Corky, would walk around the lake., He also had a great collection of yard art and farm implements., Bob married Norma Bass on Dec. 24, 1949, at Centenary Methodist Church in Murphysboro, and she survives., Other survivors include one daughter, Vicki Schramm of Starkville, Miss.; six brothers and four sisters-in-law, Clement "Bud" Tucker Jr., Charles and Vera Tucker, Ray and Mary Tucker, Eddie Tucker; Glen "Pete" and Virginia Tucker of Murphysboro, and Ardell and Jessie Tucker of Creal Springs; and one sister-in-law, Barbara Marks of Murphysboro., He was preceded in death by one son, Ricky Tucker; one sister, Myrtle Griffin; and his parents. |
Robert "Bob" C. Sell, 73, of Bowling Green, Ky., formerly of La Salle, died May 28, 2011, in Hospice Hospital after a fight with cancer. |
NEWTON - Roe E. Bower, 92, Newton, farmer, died Monday (June 6, 2011). Services: 11 a.m. Thursday, Central Christian Church, Newton. Visitation: 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Blake-Buchanan Funeral Home, Newton, and one hour before services in the church. Burial: Trexler Cemetery, Newton. Memorials: Central Christian Church. |
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CHAMPAIGN – Roy Albert "Shorty" House, 86, of Champaign, formerly of Mansfield, passed away at 2:30 a.m. Saturday (June 4, 2011) at Carle Foundation Hospital, Urbana. read more |
Felger, Russell D. Russell D. Felger, age 39, passed away June 3rd after a sudden illness. Russell was a Godly man with strong values and a fighting spirit that led him to excel in the boxing ring and in life. Beloved son of Joyce (Terrence Jayne, step father) Jayne. Loving brother of Tina Felger, Josef (Maritza) Felger, Kevin (Diana) Jayne and the late Frank Felger. Devoted uncle of Alexandria, Julia and Isabel Felger. Dear nephew of Alan (Cindy) Weeks. Fond cousin of Alan Weeks Jr and Cheryl Weeks. Russell was also a beloved member of the Jayne family and a friend to many. Visitation Wednesday, June 8, 3-9pm at Malec and Sons Funeral Home, 6000 N. Milwaukee Ave., Chicago. Funeral service Thursday, 10am at Harvest Bible Chapel, 7333 Caldwell Ave., Niles, IL 60714. Interment St. Luke Cemetery. Funeral info: |
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OLNEY - Samuel Joseph Miller, 100, St. Peters, Mo., formerly of Olney, died Monday (June 6, 2011). Arrangements incomplete: Summers-Kistler Funeral Home, Olney. |
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OLIVE BRANCH -- Seldon S. Grant, 81, passed away Saturday, June 4, 2011 at 2:50 p.m. at home., He was born Sept. 1, 1929, in Tamms, the son of Eldon and Dovie Dyer Grant., He married Charlotte Grable on Nov. 3, 1956, in Mounds United Methodist Church., They were the parents of two sons, Kenneth E. Grant, deceased Jan. 4, 1975, and Bradley Keith Grant., Besides his parent and a son, he was preceded in death by an infant sister., Survivors include wife, he affectionately called Lottie; son, Brad and his fiancé, Sharon Williams, of East Cape Girardeau; sisters, Frances Travers of Springfield, and Pam and husband, Bob Timm, of St. Charles; nieces, nephews and other relatives., He graduated from Mounds Township High School in 1947. He served his country honorably in the United States Air Force in the Korean War, as radio operator from 1951 to 1955. Retired from ICGRR after 38 years as a locomotive engineer, he was a 32nd degree Mason Caledonia Lodge 47 in Olive Branch. He belonged to Ainad Shrine in East St. Louis, Elks Lodge in Cairo, American Legion in Mount Vernon, life member of the VFW in Cape Girardeau, and attended Olive Branch United Methodist Church., Sel was a lover of the outdoors, always took great pleasure in making a vegetable garden and sharing with family and friends. He had enjoyed hunting and fishing and taught and shared these sports with his sons. He and Lottie took pleasure in fishing and taking vacations together. Sel had made and kept numerous friends wherever he lived. He always wanted to be the giver and helping others any way he could. He will certainly be missed by his family and friends., Services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday, June 8, in Crain Funeral Home in Tamms, with the Rev. Brent Gordon officiating, with a flag presentation by the Illinois National Guard. Interment will be in Green Lawn Memorial Gardens in Villa Ridge. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, June 7, with a Masonic service at 8 p.m. at the funeral home., Memorials may be made to Olive Branch Methodist Church or Shriners Children's Hospital and will be accepted at the funeral home., To leave online condolences, visit |
CARBONDALE -- Shirley Banks, 65, died at 3:04 p.m. Sunday, June 5, 2011, in Memorial Hospital of Carbondale., Arrangements are incomplete at Walker Funeral Home in Carbondale. |
CREAL SPRINGS -- Shirley M. Deaton, 86, passed away at 1:35 a.m. June 6, 2011, at home., She was born Jan. 11, 1925, to Walter and Alice Robinson., Shirley married Lee Deaton on Jan. 28, 1946. He preceded her in death in November 1999., Survivors include daughter-in-law, Pat Hunt; grandchildren, Cathy Merrill of Marion, Karen Chephere, Sheri Haynes and Gynelle Ledetter of Creal Springs; and several great-grandchildren, brothers, sisters and nieces and nephews. She also had many close friends whom she enjoyed coffee with daily., She was also preceded in death by son, Les Hunt, daughter-in-law, Donna Hunt and great-grandson, Jason Merrill., Graveside services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, June 8, in Spring Hill Cemetery., Memorials may be made to the family., Cosby-Sloan Funeral Home in Creal Springs is in charge of arrangements. |
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SYBIL IRENE CUNNINGHAM, 87 CANON CITY, Colo. - Sybil Irene Cunningham, 87, died peacefully Tuesday, May 31, 2011. She was a Jehovah's Witness and a faithful servant of Jehovah since 1954. She spent her life learning about and teaching others about Bible truths, including the hope that the Bible holds for the future of mankind on this Earth. Survived by her children John G. Cunningham Jr. and Susan Pratt (Cunningham). Predeceased by her husband, John George Cunningham. Memorial service at 1:30 p.m. Saturday, June 11, at Cherry Valley Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, 1905 S. Mulford Ave., Rockford, Ill. |
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MATTOON - Tanisha Renee "T.R." Madigan, 12, Mattoon, died Wednesday (June 1, 2011). Arrangements incomplete: Caudill-King Funeral Home, Charleston. |
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Thomas "Tommy" E. Miller, 63, passed away at 4:10 a.m. Monday, June 6, 2011, at Beverly Farms in Godfrey, under the care of St. Anthony's Hospice. He was born on Dec. 14, 1947, in Jerseyville, the son of John E. "Jack" and Doris B. (Patton) Miller.... |
ANNA -- Thomasene Y. Dickinson, 59, formerly of Lake Villa, died at 6:01 a.m. Thursday, June 2, 2011, in Union County Hospital in Anna., Services and burial will be private. |
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Jay Vandergrift, age 70, of Villa Park; loving husband of Barbara, nee Husenica; beloved father of Cindy (Dan) Watters, Tim, Rick (Laura), Debbe (Mike) Busse; ..... |
Veronica Brown Radovic, 22, unexpectedly died June 4, 2011, at Kishwaukee Community Hospital, DeKalb. She was born Dec. 16, 1988, in Rome, Italy, to Carla Brown. She was the beloved mother of her son, Simone, 4., Veronica graduated from Rome Linguistic Institute with full honors. She moved to Sycamore to pursue a degree in accounting. She attended Kishwaukee College and earned an associate's degree in accounting. She was a member of Phi Theta Kappa Honors Society. She continued her education at Northern Illinois University in 2010, working towards a dual major in accounting and business. Veronica was a member of the Honors Program for accounting, and was recently named to NIU's dean's list for achieving a 4.0 grade point average., Veronica is survived by her son, Simone; her mother, Carla Brown; grandfather, Fred Brown; uncle, Marco (Stephanie) Brown; great-aunt, Anna Klicki; cousin, Vickie (Tom) Guthrie; cousin, Ron (Kathy, Aj, Kyleen and Joe) Coia; and many aunts, uncles and cousins in Rome. Veronica was in a loving relationship with Brian Galto of Sycamore., She was proceeded in death by her grandmother, Luciana Brown., Visitation will be held from 4-8 p.m. Wednesday, June 8, at Olson Funeral and Cremation Services, Ltd., Quiram Sycamore Chapel, 1245 Somonauk St. Funeral prayers will be held at 9:15 a.m. Thursday, June 9, at the funeral chapel, with funeral procession to St. Mary's Catholic Church, Sycamore, at 10 a.m. for Mass of Christian Burial. |
Villetta (Allen) Brundage, 97, went to be with her Lord April 25, 2011., She was born in Milledgeville, Ill., to Orville and Clara Allen. The oldest of five children, she graduated from Milledgeville High School as valedictorian and went on to Illinois State Teachers College in DeKalb. Her 26 years of teaching included everything from a one-room school house, a grade school class in LaGrange, high school at Malta, finishing with teaching second grade and then first, at Lee Elementary. She met her husband, Maurice, while teaching in Malta and they enjoyed 53 years together. She loved her churches – both the Brethren Church of Milledgeville and First Congregational Church of Malta, where she taught Sunday school for many years., Villetta lived in El Paso, Texas, since October 2001., She is survived by her daughter, Eleanor (Rob) Phillips; granddaughter, Sine Phillips; her sisters, Helen Kelly and Ann Millhouse; brother, Orville George (Jean) Allen; nieces, Mickey (James) Jewell, JoAnn Shafer, Catherine Kelly, Roseanne Kelly, Blenda (Barry) Williams, Karen (John) Hiscox, Debbie (Greg) Stubbs, Eileen (Dean) Johnson and Nancy Brundage; and nephews, Allen (Jill) Millhouse and Mark (Caralee) Kelly., She was preceded in death by her husband, Maurice, and her sister, Eva Simpson., A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, July 23, at Anderson Funeral Home, DeKalb, with interment at Malta Cemetery., In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to the Villetta (Allen) Brundage Memorial Fund, in care of Anderson Funeral Home, P.O. Box 605, 2011 S. Fourth St., DeKalb, IL 60115., For information, visit, or call 815-756-1022. |
ATLANTA - Victor L. Dittus, 91, Atlanta, farmer, died Sunday (June 5, 2011). Services: 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Zion Lutheran Church, Lincoln. Visitation: 4 to 7 p.m. Wednesday in the church. Arrangements by: Fricke-Calvert-Schrader Funeral Home, Lincoln. Mem-orials: Zion Lutheran Church, Abraham Lincoln Memorial Hospital or Generation Rescue (autism organization). Air Force veteran. Member: Zion Lutheran Church and Lawndale and Chester East boards of education. Survivors: wife, Shirley; son, Lyndon Dittus, Heyworth; daughters, Vicki Miller, Bloomington; Michele Dittus, Decatur; six grandchildren. Online guest book at, herald-review/ |
Victor M. Volker, 90, of 202 Plum St., Wenona died unexpectedly at 3 p.m. June 3, 2011, in his home. |
DECATUR - Viola Ethel Nail, 68, of Decatur went to be with her family in heaven at 5:30 pm, on the 4th day of June, 2011 in her home. Viola was born on July 7th, 1942 in Elwood, Indiana, the daughter of Virgil and Elizabeth Bee Goble. She was preceded in death by her parents and a sister Vi Goble. Viola was an in home care provider until cancer took over. She enjoyed family and friends, crocheting and making things for others. Viola's generosity in helping others and her smile will be missed. Viola leaves behind four daughters; Twanna, Twilla, Tieronna Carol, and Gwen, three sons; Danny, John "Mike", and Eddie, numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren for which she was very proud of, as well as her sister, Carolyn, and brothers; Elmer, Virgil Jr., and George, also a best friend, Helen Prous. Viola will be reunited in Heaven with her husband, George Wm Nail, sister Vi, her parents, and daughter Kristie Mitchell of Paris. The family of Viola would like to give special thanks to her Doctors, Ahmad Ahmad and Dr. Estrada Garcia, both of Decatur. They would also like to thank the caring staff at DMH and DMH Cancer Center for all of their compassionate care as well as to Mike Pound, owner of Claire's Family Restaurant and staff where Viola frequented, for their constant care and support. Visitation for Viola will be 10:00 – 11:00 am Wednesday, June 8, 2011 Graceland Fairlawn Funeral Home. Memorial contributions can be made to funeral home to help assist family with funeral arrangements. Graveside services 2:00 pm Wednesday in Oak Grove Cemetery with Chaplin Tim Haworth officiating. The family of Viola Ethel Nail is being served by Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home, 2091 N. Oakland Avenue, Decatur, IL. View the on line obituary and send condolences to the family at, . Obituary written by family members. Online guest book at, herald-review/ |
Ginny was born on Aug. 23, 1930, in Larchmont, Pa., to the late Charles and Charlotte Ellis Honer. She married Melvin "Mugs" Wittler on June 9, 1951, in Broomall, Pa., Ginny attended the Loraine United Methodist Church in Loraine. Ginny began working as a telephone operator in Philadelphia, Pa. She worked at Boekenhoff Bakery in Quincy, Strickler's Grocery Store in Mendon and was a waitress at The Rainbow Inn restaurant near Lima., She was a member of the Eastern Star and AMVETS Auxiliary. She enjoyed puzzles, puzzle books and bringing meals to the farmers out in the field. She was an avid supporter of breast cancer awareness causes, and cherished every minute she spent with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren., In addition to her husband, Mugs, of Loraine, she is survived by five children, Donna Harrison and her husband, Paul, of Bowen, Linda Wittler of Quincy, Melvin Wittler Jr. and his wife, Connie, of Loraine, Bruce Wittler and his wife, Alycia, of Quincy and Terry Wittler and his wife, Helen, of Loraine; 14 grandchildren, Christopher Harrison and his wife, Debbie, Scott Harrison and his girlfriend, Beth Kessler, Doug Harrison and his girlfriend, Leanna Goodwin, Melvin "Lee" Wittler III and his girlfriend, Abby Geisler, Stevie Ensminger and her boyfriend, Chris Romer, Lacie Ensminger and her boyfriend, Robert Pittman, Barry Wittler and his wife, Ashley, Alex Wittler and his wife, Elizabeth, Jessica Wittler, Amanda Wittler and her fiancé, Tyler Molohon, Casey Long, Jennifer Dougherty and her husband, Steve, Thomas Long and his girlfriend, Tori Thomas, Nathan Hilgenbrinck and his wife, Erica; seven great-grandchildren; and four brothers, Charles Honer and his wife, Elise, Albert Honer and his wife, Harriet, Bill Honer and his wife, Joyce, and Dave Honer and his wife, Judy., She was preceded in death by one son in infancy; two sisters, Dot Freischmidt and Charlotte Brown; one daughter-in-law, Marsha (Graff) Wittler; and one grandson, Gregg Don Harrison., SERVICES: 10 a.m. Wednesday in Loraine United Methodist Church in Loraine, with the Rev. Oliver Taube conducting. Interment will be in the New Loraine Cemetery in Loraine., VISITATION: 4 to 7 p.m. Tuesday in the Hunter Funeral Home in Mendon., MEMORIALS: Loraine United Methodist Church or to the Loraine Fire House., ARRANGEMENTS: Hunter Funeral Home, Mendon. |
VIRGINIA EMILY JASON, 89 ROCKFORD - Virginia Emily Jason, 89, of Rockford died Monday, June 6, 2011, at home. Born Dec. 22, 1921, to Frank and Julia (Mickeliunas) Pumputis. Virginia was the beloved wife of the late John G. Jason, loving mother of Barbara (Robert) Lanham and devoted grandmother of Michael Lanham. Member of Holy Family Catholic Church, Catholic Women's League, the Poor Clares Perpetual Light Society and Provena St. Anne Society. Funeral Mass at 10 a.m. Wednesday, June 8, at Holy Family Catholic Church, 4401 Highcrest Road, Rockford, with visitation from 9 a.m. to time of service; Monsignor David D. Kagan will preside. Burial in St. Casimir Catholic Cemetery, Chicago. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Poor Clares Corpus Christi Monastery, 2111 S. Main St., Rockford, IL 61102. Express online condolences at www. |
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Virginia N. Kessler, 90, passed away at 11:37 p.m. Sunday, June 5, 2011. Mrs. Kessler was born on Aug. 8, 1920, in Waverly, Ill., a daughter of the late Robert and Lola (Stuart) Slavens. Virginia was a homemaker and enjoyed spending time with her... |
Tuesday, June 7, 2011 2:00 AM |
Judith A. "Judy" Walsh, nee Collins , age 76 years, entered into Eternal Life Saturday, June 4, 2011. She was a long time resident ..... |
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David H. Wax, 50, beloved husband of Shelley, nee Hamer; devoted father of Benjy, Adam and Jessie; loving son of Lynn and William Wax; ..... |
Wayne T. Adams, 52, of Kingston, died Monday, May 30, 2011, at University of Wisconsin Hospital in Madison, Wis. Born March 2, 1959, in Paterson, N.J., the son of Thomas and Patricia (Costanza) Adams, he married Jennie M. McGrath June 4, 2005, in Kingston., Wayne spent his childhood in New Jersey. He was employed by 3M. Wayne enjoyed horseback riding, shooting pool, camping and swimming., He is survived by his wife; stepson, Donald (Victoria) Fear of Fort McMurray, Alberta, Canada; grandchildren, Casandra Bettson and Brendon Fear, and stepgrandson, Nick Fear, all of Canada; his father, John Adams; and several brothers and sisters., He was predeceased by his mother, Patricia., The family extends a special thank you to Dr. Maillefer of DeKalb Clinic and Dr. Aaron Shiels of Rockford Gastroenterology Associates., A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m., Tuesday, June 7, at the Federated Church, 612 W. State St., Sycamore., Memorials can be made to the family for a memorial to be established in his name., Arrangements by Olson Funeral & Cremation Services, Ltd., Cooper-Quiram Chapel, 202 E. Main St, Genoa, IL 60135. To share a memory or to send condolences, visit, or call 815-784-2518. |
Tuesday, June 7, 2011 1:00 AM |
NORMAL — Wayne William Burroughs, 82, of Normal and Heartland Rehab Center, Normal, died at 4:43 a.m. Saturday (June 4, 2011) at Advocate Bromenn Medical Center, Normal. |
Monday, June 6, 2011 10:00 PM |
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Born: July 17, 1942; in Illinois, Died: June 3, 2011; in Oshkosh, Wis., OSHKOSH, Wis. – William H. McDermott, 68, of Oshkosh, formerly of Geneva, passed away on June 3, 2011, in Oshkosh., He was born on July 17, 1942, in Illinois, a son of the late Herbert W. and Eleanor (Johnson) McDermott., Bill graduated from Geneva High School in 1960. He married the former Barbara Brandt on Sept. 30, 1972., Bill was a "lifetime" military man, having served his country for 25 years in the U.S. Army, having served twice in Vietnam. He had been nominated and selected as the Military Person Of The Year. Bill greatly enjoyed his artistic abilities through the years and woodworking., His memory will be cherished by his wife, Barbara, of 39 years of Oshkosh; two sons, Kevin (Kathy) McDermott of Hopkinville, Ky., and Daniel (Julie) Moe of McFarland, Wis.; a daughter, Karen (Brad Mechaelsen) Moe of Austin, Minn.; a sister, Shelia Self of Quitman, Ga.; and five grandchildren, Jonathon and Joshua McDermott, Casey Moe and Joleen and Alex Stewart. He is further survived by numerous other relatives and many dear friends., There will be no visitation. A graveside service will be held for Bill with full military honors, and this service will be held at noon Saturday, June 11, 2011, at McFarland Cemetery in McFarland, Wis. The family will greet those in attendance immediately following the service., The Fiss & Bills-Poklasny Funeral Home, Oshkosh, is assisting the family with arrangements. |
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PONTIAC — William L. Leach, 85, Pontiac, died at 4:35 a.m. Monday (June 6, 2011) at Good Samaritan Home, Pontiac. |
william herbert yerk sr., 74 MARENGO - William Herbert Yerk Sr., 74, of Marengo passed away Saturday, June 4, 2011, at Hospice of Northeastern IPU, Woodstock, after a brief illness. Born Dec. 31, 1936, in Belvidere to Herbert and Loretta (Spotz) Yerk. He was a veteran of the U.S., . Married Peggy Yates on Sept. 1, 1956, in Inverness, Fla. Employed for many years as an over-the-road truck driver (moving truck) and was very proud of his excellent safety record. As a man of easygoing temperament, he made many friends. He was a wonderful dad and enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren. In his spare time, he enjoyed a good video and harness racing at the Boone County Fair every summer. He will be sorely missed by his extended family. Survivors include sons, Danny (Laura) Yerk of Marengo, William Yerk Jr. and Jeff (Deann) Yerk of Canton; daughter, Donita (Keith) Hopper of Marengo; brothers Paul (Bonnie) Yerk and Larry "Gus" (Patti) Yerk of Belleview, Fla.; grandkids Brian, Mike and Jill Hopper, Bradley and Paula Hopper, all of Marengo; and great-grandkids Nichole, Tasha, Kasey and Haley Yerk of Florida and Holden Yerk of Canton. Predeceased by his parents; beloved wife, Peggy, on Jan. 18, 1999; and son, Troy Michael, at infancy. No local services. Final disposition Saturday, June 11, at Forest Lawn Memory Gardens in Ocala, Fla. The family requests that memorial donations may be made in his name to Zion Lutheran Church, 412 Jackson St., Marengo, IL 60152. |
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GOLCONDA -- Wilma "Sissy" Emerson, 82, died June 4, 2011, at home., Services will be at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday in Aly Funeral Home in Golconda. Burial will be in Canaan Cemetery, the Rev. Roy Baker officiating. Visitation will be from 6 to 9 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. |
Tuesday, June 7, 2011 2:00 AM |
Theresa M. Zito, nee Cutro , age 88. Beloved wife of the late John; loving mother of Robert (Julie) Zito and Debra (Chuck) Wos; dearest ..... |
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