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Lake Carroll Richard Laesch, 82 Richard Laesch, age 82, of Lake Carroll, IL passed away Wednesday, November 22, 2023. He was born on June 16, 1941 in New Ulm, MN to the late Carl and Loretta (Dawidiak) Laesch. Richard married Judith Hayes, she passed away in 1979. He married Mary Stevens on September 26, 2009. Richard was a member of St. Wendelin Catholic Church in Shannon where he was a fourth degree member of the Knights of Columbus. He was also a member of the Lake Carroll Fishing Club and Equestrian Club. Richard had worked as a sheet... Full story
Eleroy Gary Reuben Amendt, 78 Gary Reuben Amendt, 78, of Eleroy IL, passed away peacefully on November 18, 2023, in Freeport, IL. He was born on January 10, 1945, in Freeport, IL, to Reuben and Ruby (Stumbaugh) Amendt. He was a graduate of Lena-Winslow High School in 1963. After high school, Gary proudly served in the United States Navy on the James C. Owens DD776. After his military service, he dedicated himself to a successful career at the Journal Standard and Microswitch in Freeport, IL, where he retired after 30 years. Gary was a member... Full story
Stockton Patricia Ann Oats Noller, 70 Patricia Ann Oats Noller, age 70, of Stockton, IL passed away Saturday, November 11, 2023 at home. She was born in Lancaster, WI on August 30, 1953 to the late Clifford and Jeanette (Edwards) Oates. She married John “Jack” Cahill and together they had two sons. She later married Tom Noller on November 1, 2004. Pat was a 1972 graduate of Stockton High School. She drove truck for 15 years then went on to attend Nursing School. She had worked as a LPN for many long term care centers. Pat enjoyed riding her... Full story
Orangeville Midge A. Engelkens, 83 Midge A. Engelkens, 83, of Orangeville, IL passed away on Thursday, November 2, 2023, with her family by her side, at Pearl Pavilion in Freeport, IL. She was born on January 25, 1940 in Freeport, IL to Lyle and Mary Evelyn (Klontz) Meyers. Midge attended a one room schoolhouse through 8th grade, she then attended and graduated from Freeport High School. She was also a graduate of Freeport Memorial School of Nursing. Midge married Donald Engelkens on July 2, 1961. Midge started her nursing career at Freeport... Full story
Orangeville Wendy Lee Broge, 61 Wendy Lee Broge, age 61, of Orangeville, IL passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Monday, October 30, 2023, at SSM St. Mary’s in Madison, WI. She was born on August 19, 1962, in Freeport, IL to Paul and Bonnie (Smythe) Viel. She was a 1980 graduate of Lena-Winslow High School where she participated in various activities and had numerous awards such as French Club, Art, Math Contests, Prom Committee, SAE, SACC, Health Occupations Student Organization President and Outstanding student for Health C... Full story
Apple River Larry C. Nichols, 80 Larry C. Nichols, 80, of Apple River, IL passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 22, 2023 at his home. Larry was born on July 19, 1943 in Port Clinton, OH to Veneta (Morgan) Nichols. He married Lillian Lomas on October 6, 1962 in Cedarville, IL and together they raised three sons. For many years, Larry was an over the road truck driver. He also drove truck for Landstar, Ag-Tech, and Wanek Trucking. Most recently, Larry worked for EZ-Auto Finance where he transported vehicles. He enjoyed the extra cash, but... Full story
Stockton Clyde LaVerne Pohl, 87 Clyde LaVerne Pohl, age 87, of Stockton, IL passed away Friday, October 13, 2023 at home surrounded by family. He was born in Stockton on July 3, 1936 to the late Herman and Ruby (Wilcox) Pohl. Clyde married Janice Lingle on June 17, 1956 at Trinity Lutheran Church of Derinda. Clyde was a member of Christ Lutheran Church in Stockton and the Plum River Masonic Lodge. He farmed most of his life. He was also a construction worker for the Galena Territories and a Custodian for the Stockton School District. In his... Full story
Orangeville Brian A. Markel, 61 Brian A. Markel, 61, or Orangeville, IL passed away peacefully, on Wednesday, October 4, 2023 with his family by his side at SSM St. Mary Hospital in Madison, WI. Brian was born on April 16, 1962 to Kenneth and Beverly (Werkheiser) Markel in Freeport, IL. After Brian graduated from Orangeville High School, he enlisted in the United States Marine Corps. He proudly served his country until 1982. On October 8, 1983, Brian married the love of his life; Julie Willhite, and together they raised two daughters. He was... Full story
Lena Larry Nelson, 78 In loving memory of Larry Nelson, who peacefully passed away on Saturday, September 30, 2023, at the Lena Living Center in Lena, Illinois. Born on August 19, 1945, in Morrison, Illinois, Larry was the beloved middle child of Francis and Dorothy Nelson. On June 7, 1968, he embarked on a lifelong journey of love and companionship when he married Kimberlee “Kim” Schoonhoven, of Lanark, IL. Larry spent his formative years on a Shannon, Illinois farm. He attended Shannon Schools and pursued his passion for education at Nor... Full story
Freeport Nancy F. Otte, 90 Nancy F. Otte, 90 of Freeport passed away at the Monroe Hospice in Monroe, WI Sunday, Sept 10, 2023. Her family was by her side. Born July 25, 1933 in Jacksonville, Il to Dallas & Clayetta (Hodgson) Smith. She married Leland Otte on Oct 3, 1953 at the 2nd Presbyterian Church in Freeport, Il and they built their life together. After they were married, and Lee spent 2 years in the service from 1955 to 1957, they moved to the farm on Flansburg Road where they lived there for the rest of their lives. She was the Winslow... Full story
South Wayne Larry Ray Mau, 74 Larry Ray Mau, age 74, passed away on June 14, 2023, in Cocoa Florida after a short illness. He was born July 14, 1949 to Geneva and William Mau. He graduated from South Wayne High School, after high school he attended UW Madison, after college he joined the Army. On April 15, 1980 he married the love of his life Betty Long. Larry is survived by his wife, Betty, step-son Michael Long, brother Tom (Carol) Mau of Lena, and many nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents, brothers Jerry (Izabelle),... Full story
Pearl City Gary Lee Townsend, 79 Gary Lee Townsend, aka Hotdog, age 79, of Pearl City, IL passed away Wednesday, September 6, 2023 at OSF St. Anthony Hospital in Rockford, IL. He was born in Stockton, IL on August 18, 1944 to the late James and Verneil (Bohnsack) Townsend. Gary married Betty Myers on October 24, 1964 and together they had four children. Gary could often be found in his shop fixing up old cars. He could build and fix anything, including turning the back end up of an old car into a sofa. Gary knew someone everywhere he went and l... Full story
Stockton Mariam Adel Blair, 96 Mariam Adel Blair, age 96, of Stockton, IL passed away Thursday, August 31, 2023 at Allure of Stockton. She was born in Rural Stockton on April 5, 1927 to the late Leland and Florence (Parker) Pierce. She married Morris Blair on May 15, 1948 at the Unitarian Universalist Church in Stockton. Morris passed away on December 16, 2016. Mariam attended the country schools in the area and graduated from Stockton High School with the class of 1945. She then went on to attend Dekalb Teachers College. Mariam was a very... Full story
Pearl City Beatrice Woodruff, 98 Beatrice Woodruff, age 98, of Pearl City, IL passed away Monday, August 28, 2023 at Lena Living Center. She was born in Kent, IL on April 15, 1925 to the late Lloyd and LeOra (Mammoser) Kempel. Beatrice married Wales Woodruff on January 16, 1946 at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Kent. Wales passed away in 2004. Beatrice was a graduate of Pearl City High School. She was a lifelong member of St. John Lutheran Church of Pearl City. She was also a member of the Pecatonica VFW Auxiliary. Beatrice was a farmer’s wife. S... Full story
Freeport Lois C. Thrasher, 93 Lois C. Thrasher, 93, of Freeport, IL, formerly of Lena, IL passed away on Thursday, August 17, 2023. She was born on April 8, 1930 to Logan and Hazel (Winchell) Kahly in Stephenson County, IL. She attended Dakota High School. On January 16, 1949 she married Mel Thrasher in Lena, IL. During her career, she worked at numerous businesses in Lena. She was a 70 year member of Order of the Eastern Star. She is survived by her five children—Charles (Molly) Thrasher of Ladd, IL, Daniel Thrasher of Sun Prairie, WI, Pam (... Full story
Stockton LaVerne Willis, 77 LaVerne Willis, age 77, of Stockton, IL passed away Sunday, August 13, 2023 at his home. He was born in Freeport, IL to the late Sherwood and Pearl (Belk) Willis. LaVerne married Juanita Heidenreich on December 27, 1969. He was a graduate of Elizabeth High School and went on to receive his Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Dubuque and his Master’s Degree from Dubuque Theological Seminary. LaVerne farmed most of his life. He had also worked at the Eagle Ridge Resort in Galena. He enjoyed reading, puzzles, flo... Full story
Lena Virginia L. Turner, 85 Virginia L. Turner, age 85, passed away on August 7, 2023 peacefully at home. She was born September 8, 1937 at St. Francies Hospital in Freeport, IL, the daughter of Elmer “Pete” and Evelyn (Mellentine) Helsinger. Virginia married Allen Turner on April 9, 1955 in Fort Riley, KS. She graduated from Highland Nursing School as an LPN and worked for 24 years at Monroe Clinic Hospital. She was a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church in Lena. Virginia is survived by her six children; Deborah (John Blair) Jordan of Stock... Full story
Lena John “Jack” Rife, 69 John “Jack” L. Rife, 69 of Lena passed away peacefully after a brief battle with cancer on Saturday, July 29, 2023 surrounded by his family at his home in Lena. He was born on January 14, 1954 in Freeport, IL to Ralph and Dorothy (Ertmer) Rife. He married Cheryl (Potter) in 1975 and together they raised 2 children. Jack and Deb Knoll were united in marriage on October 22, 2010 in Apple River, IL. Jack spent over 30 years in Law Enforcement with most of his time as a Conservation Police Officer for the State of Illinoi... Full story
Winslow Janice (Neuenschwander) Wire, 81 Janice (Neuenschwander) Wire, 81, passed away peacefully on July 24, 2023 surrounded by her family at SSM Hospital in Monroe, WI. She was born April 8, 1942, to Arnold and Gwen (Taft) Neuenschwander in Monroe, WI. She attended Winslow High School and Graduated from South Wayne High School. Janice married Virgil Wire on October 2, 1965, in Nora, IL. Janice worked for Oaktron-Mitek in Monroe, WI for 45 years until her retirement in 2006. She enjoyed her casino trips, polka music, going for rides and out... Full story
Apple River Susan Burke, 73 Susan Burke, 73, of Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin, formerly of the rural Apple River, Wisconsin area, passed away on Wednesday, July 19, 2023 at Dove Wissota Healthcare after a courageous battle with ALS. Susan was born on June 23, 1950 in Freeport, Illinois to Delmar and June (Williams) Burke. She married Don Rowley in 1967, and together they had two children; Teresa and Don. Susan was employed at Dura Automotive in Stockton, Illinois for over 30 years. In her spare time, Susan enjoyed gardening. She would plant over... Full story
Lena/Warren Darlene I Womack, 91 Darlene I Womack, 91, of Rockford, IL formerly of Lena, IL passed away peacefully on Friday, July 7, 2023 surrounded by her family. She was born in Warren, IL on March 4, 1932, to Wilhelm and Elsie (Broege) Tessendorf. In September of 1954 she married Marvin Diestelmeier and together they had 2 children. In April 1974 she married Wayne Womack in Lena, IL. Darlene worked at Lena Locker for many years, until she opened the Malt Shoppe in Lena, where she served her community for many years. In 1992 she moved to... Full story
Lena Mary Catherine (Daraita) Maher, 87 Mary Catherine (Deraita) Maher was born February 24, 1936 and passed at home surrounded by her family on July 3, 2023. Mary grew up in Pekin, Illinois, where her love of learning was fostered by the energy and love of her Italian family. Her aunt took her to the library as a young child to get her first library card, and she read thousands of books of all genres in her lifetime. As a second grader, she connected with a pen pal in England and the two exchanged letters for nearly 80 years. Mary started... Full story
Lena Mae M. Abraham, 94 Mae M. Abraham, age 94, passed away on Friday, June 23, 2023 in Lena, IL. Mae was born on March 17, 1929 to Elmer and Marie (Higgins) Krupke in South Beloit, IL. She married Gerald “Abe” Abraham on January 1, 1952 in South Beloit. Mae was a Home Economics teacher at Orangeville and Aquin High School. She then served as the secretary for the family plumbing business for many years. She was a proud member of the Safari Club International. She left her tracks on the long grass, hunting under wild skies on many hunts. Fro... Full story
Lena Nancy Ann Wilson, 71 Nancy Ann Wilson, age 71, of Lena, IL, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday, June 18, 2023. She was born on November 24, 1951, to John and Gladys (Larsen) Moore in Moline, IL. Nancy graduated from Moline High School in 1969 and later earned a degree in Elementary Education from St. Ambrose University. She married John Wilson in 1981, and together they raised a son. Nancy worked in various areas, including education, sales, and help-at-home services. Nancy's life was forever changed in 1992 when she... Full story
Lena George L. Schaney, Jr, 68 George L. Schaney Jr, 68, of Lena. Passed away Friday, May 26, 2023, peacefully surrounded by his loving family, in his home. Born September 13th, 1954 the son of George L. (Marietta) Schaney Sr. and Elizabeth (Kenneth) Baker. He attended Hononegah high school in Rockton. George married Rose Marie Flickinger August 23rd, 1974. George joined the United States Marine Corps August 25th, 1974. After his years of service, he later worked at Kent Cheese, and Menards for many years until he became ill in 2017. George... Full story
