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Aledo Amy Lynne Wilhelm, 53 Amy Lynne Wilhelm, age 53 of Aledo, IL passed away Saturday, March 20, 2021 at Genesis Clarissa C. Cook Hospice House in Bettendorf, Iowa. She was born July 26, 1967 in Moline, IL to Linford and Virginia (Huyvaert) Adams. She married Jeffrey Wilhelm on March 1, 1997. Amy graduated from Illinois State University in 1989 with a degree in business and was employed by Compeer Financial. She was a member of St. Wendelin Catholic Church in Shannon, and loved showing Quarter Horses with her daughter Anna. Amy is survived... Full story
Freeport Tanner Scott Bollon, 33 Tanner Scott Bollon, age 33, of Freeport, IL passed away Sunday, March 14, 2021 at his home. He was born September 23, 1987 in Freeport, IL to William “Billy” and Toni (Nilles) Bollon. Tanner was a 2006 graduate of Lena-Winslow High School. He worked for Chrysler. He was an avid sports fan. He enjoyed watching the Braves, Vikings, and Red Wings. Tanner didn’t just enjoy watching sports, he also enjoyed playing them, especially softball and golf. He also liked to play video games from time to time. Tanner had a... Full story
Lena Darlene M. Livingston, 71 Darlene M. Livingston, age 71 of Lena, IL, passed away on Friday, March 5, 2021 at her home in Lena. She was born on May 16, 1949 in Chicago, IL, the daughter of George and Marion (Ellison) Livingston. Darlene worked as a secretary for the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department until retirement. She enjoyed taking walks, playing bingo, going to casinos and spending time with her family. Darlene is survived by her daughter Leah Melendy; brothers- George (Mary Ann) Livingston, Jack (Marlene) Livingston, and Tom... Full story
Stockton Helga J. Revenaugh, 85 Helga J. Revenaugh passed away peacefully, after a brief illness, at her home on January 29, 2021. She was with her family and animals. She is dearly missed by all. She met life with perseverance, determination, contagious enthusiasm, compassion and optimism. Perhaps growing up in post-war Germany taught life-long attitudes that could be used to build rather than harm. It is fair to say, Helga (amongst many others) survived difficult and dangerous years. She was born March 7, 1935 in Bundheim, Germany. The... Full story
Lena Marcia Lynn Lobdell, 67 Marcia Lynn Lobdell, 67, of Lena, IL passed away at the Monroe Clinic Hospice Home on Saturday, February 20, 2021 after a courageous battle with cancer. Marcia was born on July 20, 1953 to Melvin and Lavonia (Bicker) Buchenau in Freeport, IL. She graduated from Lena-Winslow High School in 1971. She married her high school sweetheart, Mark Lobdell, on May 20, 1973. She farmed with her husband for over 20 years while they raised their two sons. She never stopped helping Mark on the farm, continuing to do bookwork... Full story
Stockton Helen R. Finn, 99 Nurse, WWII veteran and cherished aunt, Helen Rita Finn, 99, passed away Friday, Feb 12, 2021 at Presence St. Joseph Center in Freeport IL. Helen was born in Pleasant Valley, IL to Steve and Ella (Carroll) Finn, the fifth of six children. She attended Neutral Ridge and Holy Cross schools, graduating from Stockton High in 1939. Starting her nursing training at St. Francis Hospital in Freeport, she graduated in June 1942 and was employed at St. Clare Hospital in Monroe, WI. During WWII she enlisted in the Army in May... Full story
Shannon Barbara Ellen Woessner, 77 Barbara Ellen Woessner, age 77, of Shannon, IL passed away Friday, February 5, 2021 at Swedish American Hospital in Rockford, IL. She was born February 18, 1943 in Freeport, IL to the late Vernon and Winifred (Phillips) Macomber. Barbara married Karl Woessner on November 28, 1964 at Lena Methodist Church. Karl passed away October 3, 1994. Barbara was a 1961 graduate of Lena High School and went on to attend Rockford Memorial Hospital X-Ray Technician School. She worked as an x-ray technician for a couple years... Full story
Freeport Albert A. Simpler, 92 Albert A. Simler, age 92 of Freeport, IL, passed away at home on Monday, February 1, 2021. He was born June 4, 1928; the son of the late Conrad and Minnie (Meier) Simler. Albert married Betty Elgin on November 5, 1950 at First Lutheran Church in Freeport. Albert and Betty farmed all their lives until retiring in 2008. Even after retirement, he enjoyed helping his sons on the farm. He was a member of First Lutheran Church of Freeport and was a lifetime member of the Stephenson County Farm Bureau. He also served on... Full story
McConnell Byron J. Smith, 81 Byron J. Smith, 81, of McConnell, IL passed away on Sunday, January 24, 2021 at UW Hospital in Madison, WI in the Covid-19 Unit. He was born on August 22, 1939 in Monroe, WI to Byron and Mary (Devlin) Smith. Byron married Rosemary Lolling on April 22, 1957 in Monroe. Byron worked for the Illinois Department of Transportation as a foreman, retiring after 31 years. Byron enjoyed hunting, fishing, going on fishing trips to Canada, and trapping. He enjoyed the outdoors and wildlife, making his own maple syrup, and... Full story
Elizabeth Dorothy Streicher, 88 Dorothy Streicher, age 88, of Elizabeth, passed away Friday, January 15th, at Galena Stauss Nursing Home. A private family funeral service will be held. Dorothy was born August 20th, 1932, daughter of Oscar and Mae (Guinnip) Kleindienst. She grew up in the countryside of Missouri and Arkansas. As a young woman Dorothy became pen pals with the love of her life, Eugene Streicher. The couple married on March 15th, 1958, and Dorothy moved to Eugene’s home town of Elizabeth. Dorothy and Eugene raised one son, and c... Full story
Stockton Pamela B. Cole, 70 Pamela B. Cole, age 70, of Stockton, IL passed away Sunday, December 27, 2020 at home. She was born May 4, 1950 in Elgin, IL to the late Jack and Grace (Helfvogt) Ladd. Pam married Bob Cole on August 16, 1997 in Stockton. She had worked at the Arlington International Racetrack, as a pet groomer, and as a manager for the Red Knight Pub. Pam had a love for animals, especially horses. She enjoyed gardening, painting, and spending time with her daughters and grandchildren. Pam is survived by her husband, Bob Cole of... Full story
Orangeville Gerald V. Kerr, 77 Gerald V. Kerr, age 77 of rural Orangeville, IL, passed away after a long battle with cancer on Friday January 1, 2021 at his home surrounded by his family. He was born on November 20, 1943 in Freeport, IL, the son of Norman and Marie (Voss) Kerr. Gerald married Connie Burkholder on December 30, 1962 at the Church of the Brethren in Lanark, IL. He farmed alongside Connie for more than 40 years. In April of 2008, Gerald started working for Studer Super Service, which is now known as Hennessey Implement, in Monroe,... Full story
Lanark Kevin Lee Kniss, 64 Kevin Lee Kniss, age 64 and a lifelong resident of Lanark, Illinois, passed away Monday, December 14, 2020, unexpectedly of natural causes at MercyOne Medical Center, Clinton, Iowa. A private family funeral service was held Friday, December 18, 2020, at the Lanark Church of the Brethren with burial in the Lanark Cemetery. You may watch from home on the Law Jones Facebook Group at 11:00 a.m. Friday, or thereafter. A public visitation will be held 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. Thursday, December 17, 2020, at the Law-Jones Funeral H... Full story
Lena Robert “Bob” Herman, 78 Robert “Bob” Herman age 78 of Lena, IL, passed away on Wednesday, December 9,2020 at his home surrounded by his family. He was born on September 25, 1942 in Freeport, IL, the son of Allen and Esther (Wingert) Herman. Bob married Tana Raders on October 20, 1963 at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Lena. He worked for 19 years at the Ralston Purina Company before retiring for health reasons. He was a member of the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church. Bob also served his community for many years as a member of the Lena Fi... Full story
Stockton Diana L. “Dianee” O’Malley, 63 Diana L. "Dianee" (Paisley) O'Malley, age 63, of Stockton, Illinois passed away on November 30, 2020 at Lena Living Center. She was born April 15, 1957 in Sacramento, California. Dianee married Bruce Drane on April 2, 1977. She married her soul mate, Terry O'Malley, on October 19, 1996. Dianee was a 1975 graduate of Stockton High School. She became a Registered Nurse through Highland Community College in 1995. Dianee's passion was nursing and caring for others. She was a Director of Nursing at multi... Full story
Stockton Catherine J. (Boyle) Broshous, 56 Catherine J. (Boyle) Broshous, age 56, of Stockton, IL passed away Saturday, November 21, 2020 at home. She was born February 10, 1964 in Freeport, IL to Owen and Nola (Mitchell) Boyle. Cathy married Doug Broshous on May 21, 1983. She was a 1982 graduate of Stockton High School. Cathy had worked at Stockton Elementary School and Saunders Family Citgo in Stockton. She was also owner of Broshous Tire and Auto for 37 years. She loved watching her children and grandchildren play Stockton Blackhawks sports.... Full story
Shannon Doris Marie Horner, 88 Doris Marie Horner, 88, of Shannon died at Liberty Village Manor Court in Freeport on Friday, November 13, 2020. She was born December 27, 1931 in Forreston on the family farm to Herman and Jennie (Ables) Swalve. She graduated from Forreston High School in 1949, and married Reynold “Pat” Horner on May 18, 1952 at Forreston Grove Church. She was a wonderful farm wife and mother all her life, dedicating herself to her family. She loved the farm life with Pat and supported him faithfully, especially as his sole car... Full story
Lena Linda K. Brose, 68 Linda K. Brose, 68, of Lena, Illinois passed away on Thursday, November 12, 2020 from pneumonia at FHN Memorial Hospital in Freeport, surrounded by her family. She was born on July 23, 1952 in Freeport to Albert and Anna (Lott) Baldauf of Pearl City. She attended school in Pearl City, and Northern Illinois University where she earned a Master’s Degree in Mental Health. Linda married Michael Brose of Freeport on June 19, 1976. They had two daughters, Stephanie Brose and Amy Hoffman. Linda worked many jobs in the mental h... Full story
Orangeville Randall “Randy” L. Rimington, 78 Randall “Randy” L. Rimington of Orangeville, IL died Monday, November 2, 2020 at Monroe Clinic Hospital. He was born to Frederick and Virginia (Wilson) Rimington on March 26, 1952 in Peoria, IL. The family moved to Stephenson County in 1962, where Randy graduated from Lena-Winslow High School in 1970. He attended Highland Community College, graduating with an associate’s degree. He married Katherine Kaufman in 1976 and together they had one child Ruth. Randy farmed with his dad in Lena and then in t... Full story
Stockton Clifford H. Mackeben, 90 Clifford H. Mackeben, age 90, and life-long resident of Stockton, IL passed away at home surrounded by family on October 27, 2020. He was born June 20, 1930; the son of the late Alwin and Eloise Mackeben. Clifford married his high school sweetheart, Betty Jones, on February 10, 1952. They were graduates of the Stockton High School Class of 1948. Clifford loved family, community, and travel. His love for “Betty Ann” never wavered over 68 years of marriage, raising four children. He enjoyed time with family and... Full story
Stockton Linzy Marie Friedlein, 19 Linzy Marie Friedlein, age 19 of Stockton, IL, passed away on Friday, October 16, 2020. She was born May 30, 2001 to Damon and Aimee (Wise) Friedlein. She graduated from Stockton High School with the class of 2019 where she was captain of the Speech Team, sang in the choir, and was a cheerleader. She was currently attending Highland Community College. Linzy worked at the front desk at the Country Inn & Suites in Stockton. She enjoyed photography, going to waterparks and spending time with her best friend,... Full story
Stockton Edward Lee Keech, 78 Edward Lee Keech, age 78, of Stockton, IL passed away Wednesday, June 24, 2020 at Vista Medical Center in Waukegan, IL. He was born June 15, 1942 in Freeport, IL to the late Lyle and Ruth (Brubaker) Keech. Edward married Glenda Mae Endress on April 14, 1963. He was a member of Christ Lutheran Church in Stockton. Edward had worked as a truck driver for many years. He enjoyed flying planes with Freeport RC Modelers, kites, trains and tractors. He was a member of the Stephenson County Antique Engine Club where he was... Full story
Stockton Richard L. Magee, 78 Richard L. Magee, age 78 of Stockton, IL, passed away at home surrounded by his family on Saturday, October 3, 2020. He was born July 22, 1942; the son of the late Eldon and Eunice (Kunz) Magee. Richard married Margaret “Peggy” Sullivan on June 3, 1961. He owned and operated Magee Concrete Construction for 12 years and for FS Stephenson Service Company for 18 years. Richard was also a volunteer fireman for 7 years. He was a member of Holy Cross Catholic Church in Stockton where he served on the church board and fin... Full story
Lanark Connie M. Brandt, 71 Connie M. Brandt, age 71, of Lanark, IL passed away Saturday, September 26, 2020 at Allure Nursing Home in Mt. Carroll, IL. A graveside memorial service was held Saturday, October 3, 2020, at Oak Hill Cemetery, in Mt. Carroll. Following the funeral, the family invited attendees to Manny's in Savanna, IL to celebrate her life. Family and friends are invited to share in Connie’s life at lawjonesfuneralhome.com. Connie was born October 17, 1948, in Sterling, IL, the daughter of Gerald and Evelyn (Jacobs) Siperly. Growin... Full story
Stockton Dale R. Larsen, 73 Dale R. Larsen, age 73, of Stockton, IL went on to be with the Lord on September 21, 2020 after a three year battle with Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis. He was born December 29, 1946 in Lena, IL to the late William and Helen (Krise) Larsen. He loved farming, hunting and baking. He worked for Chicago NW Railroad, the Farmers Exchange, was a dairy farmer for 20 years and Kolb Lena Cheese Factory for 22 years. After retirement, he worked for Gerlach Farms and drove for Barkau Automotive. He is a member of Calvary United... Full story
