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Lake Carroll Joanne Louise Donovan, 81 Joanne Louise Donovan, age 81, formerly of Lake Carroll, IL passed away peacefully on April 23, 2023 after a long illness. She was born on August 23,1941 in Rockford, IL, the daughter of Joseph and Helen Sehr. Joanne was a 1960 graduate of West High School in Rockford. She married Patrick Donovan on October 5, 1963 and together they raised three children. Her husband preceded her in death on May 17, 2011. She was a member of St. Wendelin Catholic Church in Shannon and the Freeport Painting Club. She was a... Full story
Stockton Eli “Melon” Nicholas Henderson, 11 Eli “Melon” Nicholas Henderson, age 11, was taken too soon on Saturday, April 15, 2023. He was born in Freeport, IL on July 21, 2011 to Amanda Kriebs and Don Henderson. He was a member of Holy Cross Catholic Church in Stockton. Eli was a 6th grader at Stockton Middle School. He was outgoing, quick witted, hardworking, and a comedian who loved to put a smile on everyone’s face. Eli loved sports and was a proud member of the Stockton Renegades Wrestling Club. He was #55 for the Stockton 39ers where he p... Full story
Lena Roger W. Lobdell, 81 Roger W. Lobdell, 81, of rural Lena, IL, passed away on Easter Sunday, April 9, 2023 the angels came to take Roger home, where he was welcomed by loving family members including his baby grandson Jacob. Roger was born on December 21, 1941 to Emmerson and Helen (Wagner) Lobdell in Freeport, IL. Roger graduated from Lena-Winslow High School in 1960. He married Mary Miller, his high school sweetheart, on June 25, 1961 at Amity Lutheran Church in Lena, IL. Upon returning from a western honeymoon, they moved to the family... Full story
Winslow Kevin L. Miller, 65 Kevin L. Miller, age 65 of Winslow, IL went home to the Lord on Wednesday, April 5, 2023 surrounded by his loving family, after a brief illness. Kevin was born on December 26, 1957 in Monroe, WI to Harlen and Lula (Watson) Miller. Kevin was a 1977 graduate of Lena Winslow High School. He married Tammy Blackbourn on April 21, 1979. Kevin worked at Stamm Farm Systems for 26 years, and also did carpentry work for Gitz-Meier Remodeling for 15 years. He was a member of the Martintown Community Church. Kevin was an... Full story
Stockton Helen Maxine Schamberger, 88 Helen Maxine Schamberger, age 88, of Stockton, IL passed away Wednesday, March 29, 2023 at Monroe Hospital. She was born June 7th, 1934 in Cedar Rapids, Iowa to Clifford and Mildred Stone. She grew up in Cedar Rapids and graduated from Wilson High School in 1952. Her work ethic and determination started at her first job as a switchboard operator at a telephone company. She attended Coe College and this would be where she would meet her husband, Gene during biology class. They were married soon after on June... Full story
Pearl City Sharon K. Knoup, 81 Sharon K. Knoup age 81 of Pearl City, IL passed away on Monday, March 20, 2023. She was born in Pearl City, IL on May 31, 1941 to Francis Lee and Hazel (Dietrich) Croffoot. Sharon Married Charles “Chuck” D. Knoup on December 6, 1959. Charles passed away on October 28, 2005. Sharon graduated from Pearl City High School in 1959. She began her working career at Marthas Café from there she worked at Amber Lights and Little Johns Tap all in Pearl City, IL. She enjoyed traveling to Branson, MO. Her children and gran... Full story
Lena Richard “Rick” Vrstal, 83 Richard “Rick” E. Vrstal, 83 of Lena passed away on Monday, March 13, 2022 at SSM Monroe Hospital. He was born September 25, 1939, in Berwin, IL to Edward and Joan (Horna) Vrstal. He married Penelope Ford in 1959 and together they had Jeffrey, Martin, and Joseph their infant son who passed at birth. In his later years, Rick then went on the find the love of his life Sharon Wilson in 1990. He liked to say he had worked for over 100 years between 30+ years of teaching, and 30+ years at JC Penny’s, 40+ years as a pho... Full story
Stockton Duane “Kupe” G. Kupersmith, 91 Duane “Kupe” G. Kupersmith, age 91, of Stockton, IL passed away Tuesday, March 7, 2023 at St. Joseph Center in Freeport, IL. He was born on March 15, 1931 in Freeport to the late Adolph and Emma Lena (Grebner) Kupersmith. Duane married Donna Evans on June 26, 1955 at the EUB Church in Stockton. Kupe was an active member of Calvary United Methodist Church, Grey Beards and Stockton VFW. He was also a FFA Alumni and a huge supporter of the FFA program. His passion was farming. His farm, known as Kuper’s... Full story
Stockton Mervin Hintz, 87 Mervin Hintz, age 87 of Stockton, IL passed away February 22, 2023 after a short illness. He was born on December 23, 1935 in Nora, IL; the son of the late Herman and Emma (Tessendorf) Hintz. He graduated from Warren High School with the class of 1953. Mervin married Donna Menzemer on December 30, 1965. Donna passed away in 2011. Mervin was a farmer for 70 years. He was proud of his red Holsteins. He enjoyed his Allis Chalmers tractors, singing in church and community choirs, quartets, and singing solo. He also... Full story
Orangeville Steven Hildebrand Steven Hildebrand, age 71 of Orangeville, IL passed away unexpectedly at his home on Thursday, February 16, 2023 with his family by his side. He was born on December 26, 1951 in Rockford, IL to Neal and Janet (Shelden) Hildebrand. Steven attended Orangeville High School. He married Marilyn Day on June 3, 1970 in Orangeville, IL. Steven worked 38 years at Newell-Rubbermaid in Freeport in the building maintenance department. He retired from Monroe Truck Equipment in 2011. Steven enjoyed the outdoors; hunting,... Full story
Stockton James Michael Reilly Jr., 74 James Michael Reilly, Jr., age 74 of Stockton, IL passed away Monday, February 13, 2023 at home. He was born in Queens, NY to the late James Michael Reilly, Sr. and Pauline Ann (Bender) Reilly. James married Raewai O’Brien on January 28, 1984 at JFK Airport. James served in the U.S. Army in Vietnam and received several medals, including a Bronze Star. He was a member of Christ Lutheran Church in Stockton. He had worked as a copier technician for Xerox in Manhattan for 30 years and loved every minute of i... Full story
Lena Betty Raders, 101 Betty Raders, 101, passed away on Wednesday, February 8, 2023 at her home surrounded by her family. She was born April 8, 1921 in Lena, IL to Oliver and Grace (Wichman) Schulz. She graduated from Lena High School in 1939. She married Francis Raders on June 5, 1939. They farmed all their married life outside of Lena, on Mound Road; after retirement she moved to Lena. Betty also did hair out of her house, and was a part time hairdresser at the nursing home. She was a member of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, and the Kent... Full story
Lena Tammy Wybourn, 51 Tammy Wybourn, 51, of Lena, peacefully went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on February 2, 2023 while at SSM Monroe Hospital after a valiant and courageous fight against cancer. Tammy was born in Freeport, Illinois on October 5, 1971 to Jim and Diane Burke. Tammy married the love of her life, Darin Wybourn, on June 16, 1990 in Lena. Together, Tammy and Darin were blessed to become parents of two incredible children, Nick and Cassie. In addition, Tammy was a loving and caring grandmother and was fondly... Full story
Elizabeth Mary Kay Fitzpatrick, 84 Mary Kay Fitzpatrick, age 84, formerly of Elizabeth, Illinois, passed away Thursday, January 12 at Allure of Mount Carroll with the support of Freeport Health Network Hospice. Visitation began at 10:30 a.m., while the Mass of Christian Burial began at 11:00 a.m., both were on Friday, January 20 at St. Mary’s Church in Elizabeth, Illinois. Rev. Michael Morrissey officiated. Burial was at St. Mary’s Cemetery immediately following. Mary Kay was born August 31, 1938 in Chicago, Illinois, the daughter of Cle... Full story
Gratiot Paul Dean Cernek, 88 Paul Dean Cernek, 88, of Gratiot, died Thursday, January 5 at home in the presence of his loving family. His memorial service was held on Saturday, January 14 at the Gratiot Community Center in Gratiot, Wisconsin. Burial took place in the Gratiot ME Cemetery. Paul Dean Cernek was born January 13, 1934, to Paul and Florence Weaver Spencer Cernek in Lacrosse, Indiana. Paul spent his childhood years in Chesterton, Indiana where his parents instilled in him a love for God and farming. At age 16, Paul, known as Dean,... Full story
Elizabeth Patricia Elaine Schaible, 82 Patricia Elaine Schaible, age 82, of Elizabeth, IL, passed away January 1, 2023 at her home from cancer. A funeral service will be held Saturday, January 21, 2023 at 11 a.m. at First United Methodist Church in Elizabeth. Visitation will take place from 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. before the service. Interment will occur on a later date. Family and friends are invited to share in Patsy’s life at lawjonesfuneralhome.com. Patsy was born July 26, 1940 at Freeport Memorial Hospital, the daughter of Russell and Marjori... Full story
Pearl City Lawrence W. Miller, 84 Lawrence W. Miller, age 84, of Pearl City, IL passed away Friday, December 9, 2022 at OSF St. Anthony’s in Rockford, IL. He was born in Lena, IL on November 6, 1938 to the late Walter and Nellie (Harter) Miller. Lawrence married Sharon Wilkinson on February 22, 1957 in Carroll County. Lawrence attended the country schools in the area. He was a member of Ebenezer/Salem United Church. Lawrence had worked as a welder for Stover Tanks for 22 years and hauled fuel for Stephenson and Ferrell Gas. He also farmed w... Full story
Stockton Eileen M. Hughes, 76 Eileen (Zink) Hughes, 76, passed away peacefully at home on December 1, 2022 following a courageous two-year battle against cancer. Eileen was born November 21, 1946 at their family home in Massbach, IL to Alvena (Albrecht) and William (Cy) Zink. She married Ronald Hughes on May 20, 1967 at St. John Lutheran Church in Massbach. Known by many as “the cake lady,” Eileen has made countless, beautifully decorated and tasty cakes over the past 50+ years. She enjoyed using her many talents to make others happy and pro... Full story
Savanna Edith “Eileen” Ailene McIntyre, 91 Edith “Eileen” Ailene McIntyre, age 91, of Savanna, IL, passed away in her home with her husband by her side on Friday, November 25, 2022. A funeral service was held Tuesday November 29, 2022 at Savanna First Presbyterian Church at 2pm. Visitation was held from 12 noon to 2pm, at the church. Burial followed the service, at Lost Mound Cemetery. Family and friends are invited to share in Eileen’s life at lawjonesfuneralhome.com. Eileen was born July 25, 1931, in Mt. Carroll, IL, the daughter of Bromle... Full story
Warren Edner D. Severson, 88 Edner D. Severson, 88 of Warren, IL passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 17, 2022 at his home, with his family by his side. He was born on August 8, 1934 to Clarence and Bonnie (Winden) Severson in Green County, Wisconsin. Edner served his country in the United States Army from 1956-1958. He married June Vance on January 31, 1959. Edner farmed in the rural Blanchardville, WI area, worked at the foundry in Browntown, WI, for Structo in Freeport, IL and retired after 30 years of service from Kelly Springfield... Full story
Mt. Carroll/Hanover Darlene A. Irwin, 88 Darlene A. Irwin, of Mt. Carroll, IL, formerly of Hanover, IL, passed away Wednesday, November 16, at Allure Nursing Home in Mt. Carroll. Memorial service was held at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, November 22, at the Hanover United Presbyterian Church in Hanover. Visitation was from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. before the service at the church. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to a charity of your choosing. Darlene was born April 26, 1934, daughter of Phillip and Zela (Buss) Frontz. She grew up in Mineral Point... Full story
Stockton/Dubuque Robin Ann Broshous, 61 Robin Ann Broshous, age 61, of Dubuque, IA passed away Sunday, October 30, 2022. She was born in Freeport, IL on May 17, 1961 to Ronald and Janice (Keeffer) Broshous. Robin was a 1979 graduate of Stockton High School and a 1983 graduate of Finley School of Nursing in Dubuque, IA. Robin had worked as an ER and Critical Care nurse in San Diego, CA, a surgical nurse in Livingston, NJ, and a surgical, ob/gyn nurse in Charleston, SC. She had retired from nursing and moved back to her hometown of Stockton, IL... Full story
Freeport Darmon “Don” D. Beckington, 76 Darmon “Don” D. Beckington, 76, of Freeport, formerly of Rockford, IL passed away Saturday October 29, with his loved ones by his side. Darmon was born August 3 1, 1946 in Rockford to Charles Beckington and Verla (Harrolle) Beckington. Darmon served in the Army during the Vietnam War. He was a machinist for Tool Craft and Twin Disc in Rockford. Darmon was a Resident Council of the Freeport Housing Authority, served several years as an Election Judge and was in several plays at the Winneshiek Theatre... Full story
McConnell Glenn M. Hockman Jr., 78 Glenn M. Hockman Jr. age 78 of McConnell died on October 24, 2022 at Ascension St. Joseph Center in Freeport, Illinois. He was born on May 4, 1944 in Winslow to Glenn and Nora (Hurst) Hockman Sr. On June 6, 1965 he and Cheryl Ferguson were married at Red Oak Methodist Church. Prior to his retirement in 1999, he worked at Kelly Springfield Tire Company for 34 years. He enjoyed his children, grandchildren, camping, fishing, gardening, dancing, and the Green Bay Packers, Wisconsin Badgers, and Atlanta Braves. He... Full story
Lanark Blaine Hardacre, 90 Blaine Hardacre really liked to visit with people. His goodbyes took time and included his affirmation of love. At the age of 90, Blaine Hardacre, of Lanark, IL passed into the arms of God on Monday, October 17, 2022 at Winn Prairie Assisted Living Community in Freeport. A funeral service will be held 11 am Friday, October 28, 2022, at the Crossroads Community Church in Polo, IL, followed by a luncheon. Private family burial will be in the Lanark Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 4 – 7 pm Thursday, October 27, 20... Full story
