McDonald Funeral Home in Rock Falls, IL

Mateo Barron, Sr.

September 21, 1932 - January 15, 2019

Mateo Barron, Sr, age 86 of Sterling, died Tuesday, January 15, 2019 at CGH Medical Center in Sterling. Mateo was born on September 21, 1932 in Mexico, the son of Herberto and Ramona (Gonzalez) Barron. He served in the National Guard. Mateo worked at Northwestern Steel and Wire in Sterling for over 35 years. He attended St. Mary Catholic Church in Sterling. He enjoyed gambling, traveling,...
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Sandra K. Mager

March 19, 1948 - January 14, 2019

Sandra K. Mager Sandra K. Mager, age 70, of Rock Falls, died Monday, January 14, 2019 at Rock River Hospice and Home in Sterling. Sandra was born March 19, 1948 in Sterling the daughter of James and Beverly (Sathoff) Baker. She married Darryl Mager in 1980 in Folkston, Ga. and retired from Donaldson's in Dixon. Sandra was a member of the Rock Falls American Legion, Rock Falls VFW and the...
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Jeffery Ray Harrington

October 29, 1954 - January 14, 2019

ROCK FALLS – Jeffrey R. Harrington, 64 of Rock Falls died Monday January 14, 2019 at OSF St. Anthony Medical Center in Rockford. He was born on October 29, 1954 in Sterling, the son of Richard L. and Betty L. (Spielman) Harrington. He married Peggy L. Arthurs on December 29, 1975 in Sterling. Jeff was employed at the former National Manufacturing for 39 years and at the time of his death...
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Helene K. Niederer

May 7, 1929 - January 12, 2019

STERLING – Helene K. Niederer, age 89, of Sterling, died Saturday, January 12, 2019, at Regency Care of Sterling. Helene was born May 7, 1929 in Germany. She married Heinz Niederer on January 31, 1954 in Walnut. He preceded her in death on September 28, 1985. She was the head cook at Candlelight Inn in Sterling for over 30 years. Helene enjoyed her flower and vegetable gardens, knitting,...
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Theresa Emelia Smith

December 14, 1929 - January 12, 2019

ROCK FALLS – Theresa E. Smith, 89 of Rock Falls died Saturday January 12, 2019 at Rock River Hospice and Home. She was born on December 14, 1929 in Arlington, IL the daughter of Joseph R. and Ferrier M. (Urban) Smith. She had taught at St Andrew, Grade School and Newman and had served as their Development Director. She was a member of St Andrew Catholic Church in Rock Falls. Survivors include...
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Velma Clementine Helm

June 27, 1931 - January 12, 2019

ROCK FALLS – Velma C. Helm 87 of Rock Falls died Saturday January 12, 2019 at CGH Medical Center in Sterling. She was born on June 27, 1931 in Wiseman, Arkansas the daughter of Sam and Eliza (Bookout) Goodson. She married Edward Odell Helm on November 24, 1950. He died October 1, 2001. Velma loved to cook, garden and canning. She loved her grandchildren. Survivors are three daughters: Marilyn...
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Ed Wolber

February 20, 1945 - January 8, 2019

Ed Wolber, age 73 of Sterling, died Tuesday, January 8, 2019 at Loyola University Medical Center in Maywood. Ed was born on February 20, 1945 in Birmingham, Alabama. He was the ¬son of Kenneth and Jean (McCurdy) Wolber. He was a United States Navy Veteran and served during the War in Vietnam from 1963-1967. Ed married Constance "Connie" O'Brien on May 29, 1971 in Sterling. He worked for Henry...
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Micarla J. DeShane

March 26, 1959 - January 8, 2019

Micarla J. DeShane, age 59 of Prophetstown, died Tuesday, January 8, 2019 at her home. Carla was born on March 26, 1959 in Sterling, the daughter of Lloyd and Beverly (Reynolds) Whitlock. She married Louis DeShane on November 13, 1984 in Morrison. Carla worked at Good Samaritan Nursing Home in Prophetstown as a dietary aide. Survivors include her husband, Louis; two daughters, Janice ...
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Catherine R. Akker

February 24, 1950 - January 8, 2019

Dr. Catherine R. Akker, age 68, of Thomson, died Tuesday, January 8, 2019 at Heritage Health in Walnut. Catherine Rebecca Still was born February 24, 1950 to Paul and Frances (McHan) Still in Clinton, Iowa. She married Steven Akker on August 2, 1992. Cathy graduated from Mt. St. Clare Academy. Later, she earned her nursing diploma from Clinton Community College, then a B.S.N. and D.N.P....
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Ida May Mount

July 12, 1932 - January 7, 2019

Ida May Mount, age 86, of Rock Falls died Monday January 7, 2019 at Serenity Hospice and Home in Oregon. Ida was born on July 12, 1932 in Ridgeland, Wis. the daughter of Edwin and Clara E. (Austin) Gravermoen. She married Denver Owen Sr.. He died August 7, 1971. Ida later married Paul Mount. He died October 19, 2009. She was employed with National Manufacturing for 23 years retiring in 1995...
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Esther B. Zamarrippa

July 1, 1937 - January 6, 2019

Esther B. Zamarripa, 81 of Sterling died Sunday January 6, 2019 at her home. She was born on July 1, 1937 in Moline, IL the daughter of Emanuel and Ladrina (Calderon) Gomez. She married Genero Zamarripa on April 30, 1960 in East Moline. Esther had worked in retail for a few years and later as a secretary at the former Products Unlimited. She was a member of Grace Episcopal Church in Sterling....
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Penny A. Williamson

December 11, 1962 - January 4, 2019

Penny A. (Collier) Williamson, 56, of Rock Falls died on Friday morning, January 4, 2019 at her home surrounded by her family. She was born on December 11, 1962 in Sterling to Harry "Chub" and Garland "Sis" (Christiansen) Collier. She married John Williamson on April 21, 1984 in Sterling. Surviving are her husband John, of Rock Falls; daughters, Stephanie (Brad) George of Sterling and...
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Michael D. Jacobs

December 29, 1973 - December 31, 2018

Michael Dean Jacobs, age 45 of Sterling, died Monday, December 31, 2018 at his home. Michael was born on December 29, 1973 in Sterling, the son of Robert C. Jacobs and Patricia A. Netherly. He drove a delivery truck for Bimbo for over 25 years. Survivors include his parents, Robert (Marie) Jacobs of Rock Falls and Patricia Netherly of West Milwaukee, WI; his sister, Judy Shelton of West...
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Robert Charles Schwab

August 19, 1936 - December 27, 2018

Robert C. Schwab, 82 of Rock Falls died peacefully at his home on Thursday December 27, 2018. He was born on August 19, 1936 in Sterling, the son of Leonard and Esther (Brown) Schwab and was a graduate of Rock Falls High School. Bob served in the Marine Corps aboard a Navy ship, stationed in the Mediterranean, as a signalman. He married the former Margaret J. Challand on June 23, 1962 in...
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Mark A. McClintock

August 6, 1968 - December 27, 2018

Mark A. McClintock, 50, of Pleasant Valley, formerly of Sterling died on Thursday, December 27, 2018 at Trinity Medical Center North in Bettendorf, Iowa. He was born on August 6, 1968 in Sterling to Larry McClintock and Shirley Williams. Mark owned and operated Boozie's Bar and Grill in Davenport for 11 years. He was a 1987 graduate of Prophetstown High School and was an avid sports fan...
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Michael Loncar

February 13, 1940 - December 26, 2018

Michael Loncar, age 78, of Fulton, died Wednesday, December 26, 2018 at Mercy Living Center North in Clinton, Iowa. Michael was born February 13, 1940 in Des Moines, Iowa the son of Mike and Florence (Blamey) Loncar. He was raised by the Simoni family during his teenage years. Michael married Barbara Jean Dykstra on February 4, 1963 in Nebraska. He was employed at DuPont in Camanche,...
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John Christian Hildebrand

June 28, 1929 - December 25, 2018

John Christian Hildebrand entered God's loving arms on Christmas day, 2018 at the age of 89 years, 5 months, 3 weeks and 6 days. He was born June 28, 1929 in Lyndon Illinois, son of Chris and Hattie (Johnson) Hildebrand. In December 1948 he entered the army and served as a staff sergeant during the Korean war. John met Arlene C Witt in her hometown of Minocqua Wisconsin. It was love at first...
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Kenneth Houzenga

August 12, 1935 - December 25, 2018

Kenneth Houzenga, age 83, of Fulton, died Tuesday, December 25, 2018 at Pleasant View Nursing Home in Morrison. Kenneth was born August 12, 1935 in Thomson the son of Richard and Hilda (Eissens) Houzenga. He served in the US Army and later married Marge Beswick on February 4, 1955 in Fulton. He was employed as a welder at John Deere Harvester in East Moline for 30 years retiring in February...
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Zelma Book

November 19, 1922 - December 19, 2018

Zelma Book, 96 of Sterling died Wednesday December 19, 2018 at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria. She was born on November 19, 1922 in Waupun, WI the daughter of John and Catherine (Wulf) Zigler. She married Orrin D. Book on June 15, 1941 in Sterling. He died December 6, 1991. Survivors include two daughters: Patricia McNinch of Appleton, WI and Judy (Cliff) Bailey of Cleveland, TN;...
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Rita Mary Graff

July 17, 1932 - December 18, 2018

STERLING – Rita M. Graff, age 86, died Tuesday December 18, 2018 at CGH Medical Center in Sterling. Rita was born on July 17, 1932 in Sterling the daughter of John J. and Bertha E. (Hayen) Minertz. She married Eugene R. Graff on May 31, 1954 in Sterling. Rita was employed with Central National Bank and at Northland Farms as a Bookkeeper. She was a former 4H leader for the Jordan Super...
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Billy Joe Seidel

August 1, 1955 - December 18, 2018

Billy Joe Seidel, age 63 of Rock Falls, passed away Tuesday, December 18, 2018 at University of Iowa Hospital in Iowa City after an extended illness. Billy was born on August 1, 1955 in Sterling, the son of Raymond H. and Darlene E. (Love) Seidel. He married Donna Hose on May 25, 1995 in Jamaica. Billy had worked at Northwestern Steel and Wire for many years and he was a contractor, working...
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Loretta Ruth Robinette

February 20, 1933 - December 18, 2018

DEER GROVE – Loretta Ruth Robinett, 85 of Deer Grove, died Tuesday, December 18, 2018 at her home. Loretta was born on February 20, 1933 in Sikeston, Missouri, the daughter of William and Ruby (Browning) Hill. She married Lonnie Earl Robinett, Sr. Loretta worked at General Electric for over 30 years. Survivors include her daughter, Judith Ann (John) Brandenburg of Maricopa, AZ; two...
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Marilyn Ruth Gustafson

May 17, 1938 - December 17, 2018

Marilyn R. Gustafson May 17, 1938 – December 17, 2018 Marilyn R. Gustafson, age 80, passed away on December 17, 2018, in Reno, Nevada, at Renown South Meadows Hospital surrounded by her loved ones. Marilyn was born in Princeton, Illinois, on May 17, 1938, to Rawley and Fern Gallentine. She was raised on a farm in rural Illinois until age 18 and attended Bowen and Manlius elementary schools...
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Marjorie Peoples

February 9, 1925 - December 15, 2018

Marjorie O. Peoples, 93 died peacefully at her home on December 15, 2018. She was born on February 9, 1925 near Penrose, IL the daughter of Lloyd and Ruth (Coats) Overcash. After attending the Fairview Grade School, she graduated from Sterling Township High School with the class of 1942. She was then employed at the former Central National Bank for several years. On August 1, 1945 she married...
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Richard V. Mulnix

April 24, 1936 - December 11, 2018

Richard V. Mulnix, 82 of Sterling died Tuesday December 11, 2018 at Proctor Hospital in Peoria. He was born on April 24, 1936 in Rock Falls, the son of Virgil and Grace (Paschal) Mulnix. He was a 1954 graduate of Rock Falls High School. He married Carole Burger on January 23, 1955 in Rock Falls. She died November 27, 2008. He was owner of Economy Trophy in Rock Falls before retiring in 1995....
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Donald E. Richards, Sr.

October 24, 1946 - December 10, 2018

Donald E. Richards, Sr. Donald E. Richards, age 72, of Lyndon, died Monday, December 10, 2018 at his home. Donald was born October 24, 1946 in Streator the son of James and Fannie (Bryan) Richards. He served in the US Army and later was employed at Northwestern Steel and Wire in Sterling for 30 years retiring in 1998. Survivors include two sons, Donald E. Richards, Jr. of Rock Falls and...
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Herbert L. Hayen

February 27, 1929 - December 9, 2018

STERLING – Herbert L. Hayen, 89 of Sterling died peacefully Sunday December 9, 2018 at Rock River Hospice and Home, surrounded by family. He was born on February 27, 1929 in Sterling, the son of Wilhelm and Tena (Hinrichs) Hayen and was a 1948 graduate of Sterling High School. He married Delores Exner on June 21, 1951. They celebrated their 66th wedding anniversary before she passed away on...
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Dennis M. Skinner

February 23, 1945 - December 9, 2018

STERLING – Dennis M. Skinner, age 73, died at his home Sunday December 9, 2018. Dennis was born on February 23, 1945 in Ottumwa, Iowa the son of Laurence and Phyllis (Gott) Skinner. He graduated from Ottumwa High School in Ottumwa, Iowa. Dennis married Brenda Burnes June 4, 1966 in Michigan. Dennis worked in the Furnace Department of Northwestern Steel & Wire in Sterling for 32 years...
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James Morgan, Sr.

December 29, 1924 - December 9, 2018

James Morgan, Sr., age 93, of Sterling, died Sunday, December 9, 2018 at Morningside of Sterling. James was born December 29, 1924 in Sterling the son of John and Clara (Ammon) Morgan. He married Deloras Russell on July 18, 1942 in Kahoka, Mo. and later served in the US Navy during WWII. He was employed at Northwestern Steel and Wire in Sterling for 33 years retiring in 1979. Survivors...
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Ramzey Hendrix Terrock

December 7, 2018

Ramzey Hendrix Terrock was born and died on Dec. 7th, 2018 surrounded by his family, his mother Sonya Terrock and Aunt Kayleen Terrock Uncle Cobie Terrock, first cousin, Zion Ruffin, great aunt, Elish Banks, Grandmother and Grandfather David and Koreen Terrock, Great Grandmother and Grandfather Mike and Laura Fitzgerald and Great Grandmother and Grandfather Randy and Christine Terrock. Ramzey is...
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Lonnie E. Robinett, Jr.

October 8, 1950 - December 5, 2018

Lonnie Earl Robinett, Jr, age 68 of Deer Grove, died Wednesday, December 5, 2018 at CGH Medical Center in Sterling. Lonnie was born on October 8, 1950 in Sikeston, MO, the son of Lonnie Earl Robinett, Sr and Loretta Ruth (Hill) Robinett. He was employed by Northwestern Steel and Wire in Sterling for 35 years before retiring. Survivors include his mother, Loretta of Deer Grove; two sons,...
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Karen Koenig

February 23, 1952 - December 5, 2018

Karen V. Koenig, 66, of Sterling, died on Wednesday evening, December 5, 2018 at home surrounded by her family. She was born on February 23, 1952 in Chicago to Stanley and Jean (Janush) Doweiko. She married Ken Koenig in 1977 and he died in 2013. Karen is survived by her son, Brian and his wife of Bardstown, KY; her grandson, Anthony; a sister Monica of Sterling and a brother Joseph of...
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Donna J. Hand

May 5, 1949 - December 4, 2018

Donna Jean Hand, 69 of Rock Falls, died Tuesday, December 4, 2018 at CGH Medical Center in Sterling. Donna was born on May 5, 1949 in Sterling, the daughter of Marvin Eugene Trimble and Jean Eileen (Nielander) Waller. She married Fred Hand on December 3, 1983 at the Rock Falls United Methodist Church. Donna worked for over 35 years at Lawrence Brothers Manufacturing. She enjoyed playing cards...
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Joyce McGinn

December 3, 2018

Joyce E. McGinn, age 79, of rural Prophetstown, IL passed in peace Monday, December 3, 2018. She was the beloved wife of Michael for 60 years, dear sister of Marilyn (Ralph) Westman and loving mother of Kendra Franklin, Steve (Denise) McGinn, Debbie Abrams, and Tom (Andrea) McGinn. She was the proud grandmother of Connor, John, Ben, Kaitlyn, Ryan, Kelly and Allyson; and a caring friend to...
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Barbara G. Anderson

February 20, 1931 - December 3, 2018

Barbara G. Anderson, 87, of Sterling, died on Monday, December 3, 2018 at Heritage Woods in Sterling. She was born on February 10, 1931 in Sterling to Darhal and Effie (Thome) Pollock. She married Everett F. Anderson on April 2, 1948 in Sterling. He preceded her in death on October 7, 2013. Barb enjoyed reading and spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Survivors...
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Erma J. Schafenberg

February 6, 1930 - December 1, 2018

Erma J. Scharfenberg, 88 died Saturday December 1, 2018 at Regency Care of Sterling. She was born on February 6, 1930 in Fort Dodge, IA the daughter of L. Walter and Minnie F. (Gienap) Peterson and was a graduate of Fort Dodge High School. She married Joseph F. Scharfenberg on November 9, 1950 in Fort Dodge, IA. They moved to Sterling in 1954. He died on August 21, 1967. She was employed as...
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Avis R. Hultin

April 10, 1965 - November 29, 2018

Avis R. Hultin, age 53, of Rock Falls, died Thursday, November 29, 2018 at her home. Avis was born April 10, 1965 in Palatine the daughter of Donald and Doris (Kramer) Weber. She was employed at Wal-Mart in Sterling for 7 years. Avis enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren, going for walks and loved the Wizard of Oz. Survivors include her daughter, Allison (Tony Filo) Hultin of Rock...
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Mary Jane Hinrichs

October 11, 1932 - November 29, 2018

Mary Jane Hinrichs, 86, of Sterling, died on Thursday, November 29, 2018 at her home. She was born on October 11, 1932 in Sterling to Wesley and Mary (Duncan) Bellows. She married Robert L. Hinrichs on May 19, 1952 in Sterling. He preceded her in death on May 12, 2004. Mary Jane was a nurse at CGH Medical Center in Sterling for 25 years. Survivors include her daughters, Jackie (Gary)...
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Richard MacKay Finnicum

June 30, 1937 - November 28, 2018

Richard M. Finnicum, 81 of Sterling, died peacefully at his home following a short illness. He was born on June 30, 1937 in Morrison, the son of Howard Henry and Eulalie (Schryver) Finnicum and he had served in the US Navy. He married Kay Myers on April 18, 1958. She died on January 5, 2011. He was employed for 37 ½ years at the former Parish-Alford Plant in Rock Falls of Northwestern Steel...
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Susan Kay Hondley

January 3, 1929 - November 27, 2018

Susan K. Hondley, 89 of Sterling died Tuesday November 27, 2018 at CGH Medical Center in Sterling. She was born on January 3, 1929 in Sheboygan, WI the daughter of William B. and Helen Williams. Sue worked at the Sterling Public Library for nearly 30 years. She was an active member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Sterling. Survivors include two sons, Mark Hondley of Milan, IL and Blane...
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Lester Von Blackburn

February 4, 1939 - November 27, 2018

Lester "Von" Blackburn, 79 of Rock Falls died Tuesday November 27, 2018 at the University of Iowa Hospital in Iowa City. He was born on February 4, 1939 in Rock Falls the son of Alton and Hazel (Kendell) Blackburn. He served in the US Navy from 1956 – 1959. Von married Jacqueline Seeley on June 26, 1965 in Sterling. He was the owner/operator of the former Blackburn's Standard Station located...
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Audrey M. Reiger

April 24, 1928 - November 27, 2018

Audrey M. (Hurd) Reiger, age 90 of Sterling, died Tuesday, November 27, 2018 at her home, surrounded by her family. Audrey was born on April 25, 1928 in Dixon, the daughter of John and Margaret (Sanders) Hurd. She worked at Frantz Manufacturing for 15 ½ years and served as a school aide at Lincoln Elementary in Sterling for 7 years. She was a member of First Open Bible Church in Rock Falls....
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Nicolette R. Warren

June 7, 1963 - November 25, 2018

Rock Falls- Nicolette R. Warren, 55, of Rock Falls, died peacefully on Sunday, November 25, 2018, at home surrounded by her family. She was born on June 7, 1963 in Sterling to Ernest Cox and Sharon Mulnix. She married Robert Warren on April 30, 1982 in Sterling. Nickie worked as the Vice President of Internal Audit for Regal Beloit. She was with the company for 7 years. She enjoyed brewing...
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Lonna J. O'Donnell

September 18, 1946 - November 25, 2018

Lonna O'Donnell, 72 of Dixon, passed away, Sunday, November 25, 2018 at Rock River Hospice and Home in Sterling. Lonna was born September 18, 1946 in Sterling, the daughter of Everett and Roberta (Raymond) Bass. She married Bob on May 26, 1970. They enjoyed wintering in Ft. Myers, Florida. She also enjoyed crocheting, puzzle books, playing cards and boating. She is survived by her husband...
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William Allen Grim

March 19, 1936 - November 24, 2018

William "Bill" A. Grim William "Bill" A. Grim, age 82, of Sterling, died Saturday, November 24, 2018 at Select Specialty Hospital in Davenport, Iowa. Bill was born March 19, 1936 in Sterling the son of William and Katherine (Allen) Grim. He married Carolyn Hawkins on January 27, 1963 in Sterling. Bill served in the US Army and later was employed at Wahl Clipper for 46 years retiring in 2002...
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Trudi "Lizzy" E. Bowen

September 5, 1966 - November 22, 2018

Trudi "Lizzy" E. Bowen Trudi "Lizzy" E. Bowen, age 52, of Polo, died suddenly at her home on Thursday, November 22, 2018 at her home. Trudi was born September 5, 1966 in Freeport the daughter of Larry and Connie (Messer) Bowen. She was employed at Kable News in Mt. Morris for 20 years and was a member of St. Mark's Lutheran Church in Polo. Trudi adored her son, grandchildren, nephews and...
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Wallace "Wally" Rohlik

November 12, 1931 - November 16, 2018

Wallace "Wally" James Rohlik, 87 passed away on November 16, 2018 in Sterling, IL. Wallace was born on November 12, 1931 on the family farm in Seaforth, MN the son of William and Lydia (Kohlof) Rohlik. Deciding against a career in farming, he attended railroad operator's training in Minneapolis and began a career with the Chicago Burlington and Quincy (Later Burlington Northern) Railroad. In...
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Ron E. McDivitt

September 23, 1946 - November 14, 2018

Ron E. McDivitt, 72 of Rock Falls died Wednesday November 14, 2018 at his home. He was born on September 23, 1946 in Covington, TN the son of Everett and Louise (Ivey) McDivitt. He married Linda Buchholz on September 26, 1964 in Rock Falls. Ron was employed at General Electric in Morrison for 36 years retiring in 2003. He had coached Little League in Morrison for 20 years and was die-hard St....
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Kathryn Quimby

July 11, 1931 - November 14, 2018

Kathryn A. Quimby, 86 of Rock Falls died Wednesday November 14, 2018 at Regency Care of Sterling. She was born on July 11, 1931 in Rock Falls the daughter of Fay L. and Irma Marie (Cox) Russell. She married Edward Manon in 1947. He died in 1954. She then married Richard Bailey in 1955. He died in 1987. She then married Larry R. Quimby in 1997. He died in 2008. Kathryn worked at the former...
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Timothy J. Church

December 8, 1958 - November 14, 2018

Timothy J. Church Timothy J. Church, age 59, of Tampico, died Wednesday, November 14, 2018 at OSF St. Anthony Medical Center in Rockford. Tim was born December 8, 1958 in Sterling the son of Ronnie and Mary (Rude) Church. He married Lisa Scanlan on September 19, 1981 in Prophetstown. Tim was employed at ComEd for 32 years, Mitchell Melons all his life and Zaagman Farms part time. He...
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Bessie Mae Near

July 18, 1936 - November 12, 2018

ROCK FALLS – Bessie M. Near, 82 of Rock Falls died Monday November 12, 2018 at her home. She was born on July 18, 1936 near Millington, TN the daughter of Edward Flowkes and Erma Purser. She worked as a care giver at the former Dixon State School for a number of years. She was a member of Firehouse of God in Sterling. She enjoyed WWE wrestling, watching the Walk Dead show, NFL football, music...
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William "Bill" Beauvais

May 13, 1971 - November 12, 2018

William "Bill" Paul Beauvais, age 47 of Rock Falls, died Monday, November 12, 2018 at his home. Bill was born on May 13, 1971 in Freeport, the son of Lawrence Paul and Catherine Marie (Bright) Beauvais. He married Loratta "Lori" Boyd on February 17, 2009 in Dixon. He worked as a carrier and motor route driver for Sauk Valley Media since 2012. Survivors include his wife, Lori of Rock Falls;...
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Hubert Gebhardt

July 8, 1942 - November 11, 2018

Hubert R. Gebhardt, 76, of Dixon, died on Sunday, November 11, 2018 at Rock River Hospice and Home. He was born on July 8, 1942 in Sterling to Sidney and Lucille (Stultz) Gebhardt. He was employed as a Vehicle Recovery Agent with AMI of Big Bend, Wisc. for 15 years. He was USAF veteran. He is survived by his daughter, Lisa Woods; 2 sisters, Barbara (David) Dorway of Las Vegas, Nev. and...
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Robert J. Buhler

September 30, 1926 - November 10, 2018

Robert J. Buhler, 92 of Rock Falls died Saturday November 10, 2018 at CGH Medical Center in Sterling. Bob was born on September 30, 1926 in Dixon the son of Bert and Alice (McCoy) Buhler and was a graduate of Dixon High School. He married Linda Lou Bradley on February 9, 1963 in Sterling. She died June 27, 2012. Bob worked for many years as a painter at the former Dixon Developmental Center...
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Carolyn V. Williams

May 18, 1949 - November 9, 2018

Carolyn Williams, 69, of Sterling, died on Friday, November 9, 2018 at her home. Carolyn was born on May 18, 1949 in Polo to Russell E. and Lillian E. (Ferguson) Scott. She married Richard Williams on September 23, 1967 in Sterling. He preceded her in death on September 6, 2000. Carolyn was a nurse at KSB Hospital in Dixon, Morrison Community Hospital in Morrison as well as Heartland Home...
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Betty G. Arians

September 8, 1932 - November 8, 2018

Betty G. Arians, 86 of Sterling died Thursday November 8, 2018 at Rock River Hospice and Home. She was born on September 8, 1932 in Fulton, IL the daughter of Duke and Reka (Sissing) Boerema. She married Marvin G. Arians on September 12, 1952 in Morrison. Betty worked as a receptionist/secretary at the former Arians Century 21 Realty in Sterling for several years. She was a member of New Life...
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Irene L. Lindsay

July 6, 1919 - November 7, 2018

STERLING – Irene L. Lindsay, age 99, died Wednesday, November 7, 2018 at Rock Falls Rehabilitation & Health Care Center. Irene was born on July 6, 1919 in Vincent, Iowa the daughter of Otto and Florence (Modler) Dencklau. She married Charles Lindsay on July 30, 1937 in Clinton, Iowa. He died April 9, 2001. She was a member of Messiah Evangelical Lutheran Church in Sterling. Irene in her...
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Clell "Jake" Jaques

March 17, 1946 - November 5, 2018

Clell A. "Jake" Jaques, 72 of Woosung, died Monday November 5, 2018 at Rock River Hospice and Home in Sterling. He was born on March 17, 1946 in Ashton, IL the son of Harold and Mae (Wendt) Jaques and was a 1964 graduate of Princeton High School. He married Sandra Lee Wise on September 19, 1965. Clell was a Viet Nam era veteran having served in the Army from October 29, 1965 to August 4, 1966....
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Frank E. Vock

February 15, 1955 - November 4, 2018

Frank E. Vock, 63 of Rock Falls died Sunday November 4, 2018 at his home. He was born on February 15, 1955 in Sterling, the son of Harold and Mary Jane (Miller) Vock. He married Jennifer Onnen on September 13, 1991 in Sterling. Frank was employed at the former Northwestern Steel and Wire Co as a Piler Operator in the 14"mill. Survivors include his wife, Jennifer; his two brothers: Jim Vock...
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Thomas L. Siebert

July 2, 1941 - November 3, 2018

Thomas L. Siebert Thomas L. Siebert, age 77, of Lyndon, died Saturday, November 3, 2018 at Prophets Riverview Good Samaritan Center in Prophetstown. Thomas was born July 2, 1941 in Topeka, KS the son of Maurice and Marie (Bursiek) Siebert. He served in the US Army from December of 1958 – February of 1962 and later married Linda Lu Stone on March 22, 1975. He was employed as a machinist,...
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Steven E. Downs

February 24, 1978 - October 31, 2018

Steven E. Downs, 40, of Dixon, died Wednesday, October 31, 2018, at his home. He was born on February 24, 1978, in Freeport, the son of the late Gary L. Downs and Roberta (Gerdes) Konneck. He was a 1997 graduate of Prophetstown High School. He enjoyed video games, music and walking. Survivors include his mother, Roberta of Tampico; his brothers, Leland (Diane) Downs and Kenny Downs of Rock...
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Ellen E. Chapman

May 12, 1951 - October 30, 2018

Ellen Elaine Chapman, age 67 of Pontiac, died Tuesday, October 30, 2018 at her home. Ellen was born on May 12, 1951 in Rock Falls, the daughter of George and Hertha (Nielsen) Moore. She married Forrest David Chapman, Jr. on July 14, 1968 in Rock Falls. He preceded her in death on October 13, 2010. Ellen worked for RR Donnelley as an examiner for about 30 years before retirement. Survivors...
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Carla Ann Harrison

July 29, 1941 - October 29, 2018

Carla Ann Harrison Carla Ann Harrison, age 77, of Moline, died Monday, October 29, 2018 at Trinity Medical Center in Rock Island. Carla was born July 29, 1941 in Morrison the daughter of Carley and Thelma (Blagg) Harrison. She graduated from Lyndon High School in 1959 and later graduated from Millikin University in Decatur. She was employed as a music teacher in the Rock Island school...
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Ricardo Bernal

July 17, 1973 - October 28, 2018

Ricardo J. Bernal, 45 of Davenport and formerly of Sterling died Sunday October 28, 2018. He was born on July 16, 1973 in Sterling, IL the son of Ramon and Virginia (Segobiano) Bernal and was a 1991 graduate of Sterling High School. Ricardo made many sacrifices in his life in order to earn his bachelor's degree and his family was very proud of his accomplishments. Ricardo was employed as an...
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William Swan

January 11, 1942 - October 26, 2018

William L. Swan, 76, of Tampico, died on Friday evening, October 26, 2018 at CGH Medical Center in Sterling. He was born on January 11, 1942 in Princeton to Leonard and Betty (Hartz) Swan. He was united in marriage to Mary Schmitt on January 11, 1964 in Sheffield. Bill enjoyed farming until his retirement in 2006. He was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church in Tampico and enjoyed raising...
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Mary Ann Lampley

March 21, 1928 - October 22, 2018

Mary Ann Lampley, age 90 of Sterling, died Monday, October 22, 2018 at Heritage Woods of Sterling. Mary was born on March 21, 1928 in Benton, Illinois, the daughter of Peter and Sophia (Daktor) Bartuska. She married Carl Lampley in 1947. He preceded her in death. Survivors include two daughters, Catherine (Wayne) Russell of Rock Falls and Treva Lampley of Enfield, Illinois; three...
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Robert Glenn Coleman

September 24, 1947 - October 20, 2018

Robert Glenn Coleman, 71, of rural Harmon died Saturday, October 20, 2018 at his home. He was born on September 24, 1947 in Sterling, the son of Glenn E. and Ruth (Hartshorn) Coleman. He attended Nelson Grade School and Rock Falls High School, and was a 1972 graduate of the University of Illinois. He married Mary Overmann on August 30, 1980 in Dixon. He was a lifelong fifth-generation farmer. ...
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Linda L. Ferguson

September 29, 1951 - October 20, 2018

Linda L. Ferguson Linda L. Ferguson, age 67, of Tampico, died Saturday, October 20, 2018 at Trinity Medical Center in Rock Island. Linda was born September 29, 1951 in Rock Falls the daughter of Gene and Jackie (Allison) Simmons. She married Perry Ferguson on August 28, 1971 in Sterling and was employed as a CNA for Peak, Inc. Survivors include her husband of Tampico; her father of Lyndon;...
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John J. Vronich

February 19, 1923 - October 19, 2018

John J. Vronich, age 95 of Milledgeville, died Friday, October 19, 2018 at Rock River Hospice and Home in Sterling. John was born on February 19, 1923 in Ironwood, MI, the son of Steve and Barbara (Biondich) Vranich. He is a United States Army Veteran. He married Thelma Frey on September 27, 1947 in Chicago. She preceded him in death in 1995. John worked for many years at Argonne National...
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Jamey Marie Krueger

May 21, 1978 - October 17, 2018

Jamey Marie Krueger, age 40 of Rock Falls, died Wednesday, October 17, 2018 at home. Jamey was born on May 21, 1978 in Sterling, the daughter of John and Jane (Bell) Krueger. She enjoyed riding her motorcycle, baking, cooking, doing crafts and spending time with her family and friends. Survivors include her mother, Jane; two daughters, Alyssa and Alexis Krueger of Rock Falls; her twin...
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Kevin L. Melberg

June 3, 1954 - October 17, 2018

Kevin L. Melberg Kevin L. Melberg, age 64, of Rock Falls, died Wednesday, October 17, 2018 at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria. Kevin was born June 3, 1954 in Dixon the son of Lyle and Carolyn (Lathrop) Melberg. He married Barb Frank on June 29, 1991 in Rock Falls and was employed in the trucking industry for many years. Survivors include his wife of Rock Falls; four daughters,...
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Gloria Anderson

October 2, 1942 - October 15, 2018

STERLING – Gloria M. Anderson, 76 died Monday October 15, 2018 at Select Specialty Hospital in Davenport, IA. She was born on October 2, 1942 and was a graduate of Lena High School, Lena, IL. She married Donald R. Anderson on December 22, 1962 in Sterling. He died May 8, 1998. Throughout her career, Gloria had worked at the former Lawrence Brothers in Sterling, Products Unlimited, Harper...
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Sergio Vivarelli

June 6, 1935 - October 15, 2018

Sergio Vivarelli, 83 of Rock Falls died Monday October 15, 2018 at his home. He was born on June 6, 1935 in Balbano, Lucca, Italy the son of Gino and Elena (Grazianni) Vivarelli. He immigrated to the United States in 1954. He began his working career at Wahl Clipper in Sterling and later worked for 30 years at Northwestern Steel and Wire Co in Sterling retiring from the scrap yard as an...
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Gary L. Downs

May 6, 1943 - October 14, 2018

Gary Lee Downs, age 75 of Lanark, died Sunday, October 14, 2018 at his home. Gary was born on May 6, 1943 at his paternal grandparents' home in Lanark, the son of Harlan L. and Mary L. (Endress) Downs. He was very active all his life as a Boy Scout. He served his country in the National Guard. He previously was an active member of the First Brethren Church in Lanark. Gary married Jerry ...
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Helen Spencer

April 18, 1959 - October 12, 2018

STERLING– Helen Spencer, age 59, died Friday October 12, 2018 at Rock River Hospice and Home, Sterling. Helen was born on April 18, 1959 in Sterling the daughter of Robert L. and Sandra (Rhoades) Thompson. She married Mark Spencer on March 16, 1984 in Sterling. Helen was a homemaker and member of Living Bread Fellowship Church in Sterling. Survivors include her father, Robert Thompson of...
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Berniece Anschutz

March 10, 1922 - October 12, 2018

Berniece Anschutz, age 96 of Sterling, died Friday, October 12, 2018 at Regency Care of Sterling. Berniece was born on March 10, 1922 in Milledgeville, the daughter of John and Mary (Glenn) Magill. She married Howard Anschutz on October 15, 1955 in Morrison. He preceded her in death on October 15, 1992. Berniece worked as a legal secretary for Ward, Murray, Pace & Johnson for 40 years and...
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Mary Helms

February 7, 1944 - October 11, 2018

MILLEDGEVILLE – Mary Helms, age 74, died at home Thursday, October 11, 2018. Mary was born on February 7, 1944 in Sterling the daughter of Ralph and Vivian (Sullivan) Miller. She married John Helms on August 18, 1973 in Sterling. Mary was a homemaker. Survivors include her husband, John Helms of Milledgeville; one daughter, Crystal Helms-Woodward of Dixon; one son, James D. (Sherry) Smith...
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Paula L. Bryant

April 3, 1947 - October 11, 2018

Paula L. Bryant, age 71 of Rock Falls, died Thursday, October 11, 2018 at her home surrounded by her loving family. Paula was born on April 3, 1947 in New Albany, IN, the daughter of Charles and Mildred (Stroud) Skaggs. She married Kenneth Walker Bryant in August, 1996 in Rock Falls. She was a nurse's aide at Heritage Square in Dixon until her retirement. Paula enjoyed being outdoors and doing...
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Josephine M. Wade

April 23, 1938 - October 10, 2018

Josephine M. Wade Josephine M. Wade, age 80, of Rock Falls, died Wednesday, October 10, 2018 at CGH Medical Center in Sterling. Josephine was born April 23, 1938 in Rock Falls the daughter of Joseph and Mary (Clapper) McCallister. She married Melvin Wade on June 5, 1955 in Rock Falls. He preceded her in death on March 5, 2005. Josephine was a homemaker, attended the Firehouse of God...
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Joshua L. Springer

April 7, 1982 - October 9, 2018

Joshua Springer, 36 of Dixon, passed away Tuesday, October 9, 2018. Josh was born on April 7, 1982, the son of David and Donna (Allen) Springer. He enjoyed fishing and riding his motorcycle. He was the 2nd Vice President of the Who Else Club in Nelson. Josh loved to lend a helping hand and was a friend to everyone. Survivors include his parents David and Donna Springer of Dixon; his sister...
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Charlie R. White

August 3, 1961 - October 8, 2018

Charlie R. White, 57 of Princeton, died Monday, October 8, 2018 at his home. Charlie was born on August 3, 1961 in Sterling, the son of Charlie and Elaine (Fernandez) White. Survivors include his son, Ryan (Lauren) White of Oak Harbor, WA; his parents, Charlie and Elaine White of Rock Falls; one granddaughter, Emma Rose; one brother, Ken White of Evansville, IN; two sisters, Jennifer White...
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Harold Ross Packer

January 22, 1937 - October 5, 2018

Harold Ross Packer, age 81, of Sterling, died Friday, October 05, 2018 at Rock River Hospice & Home in Sterling. Harold was born January 22, 1937 in Erie the son of Ross H. and Lucille M. (Stage) Packer. He married Madeline Doubler on July 10th 1954 in Erie. Harold was a farmer in the Sterling area for many years. He had served in the US Airforce. Survivors include three daughters: Yvonne ...
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Mary C. Wilson

November 6, 1944 - October 3, 2018

Mary Celeste (McAndrews) Wilson, 73 of Dixon, passed away on Wednesday, October 3, 2018 at OSF St. Anthony Medical Center in Rockford, after an extended battle with illness. Mary Celeste was born on November 6, 1944 in Dixon, the daughter of the late Harold P. and Catherine (Miller) McAndrews. Mary Celeste graduated from Sauk Valley Community College with a degree in Nursing. She spent 20...
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Nancy J. Bushong

September 12, 1927 - October 3, 2018

ROCK FALLS – Nancy J. Bushong, age 91, died Wednesday, October 3, 2018 at the Rock River Hospice & Home. Nancy was born on September 12, 1927 in Dean, Iowa the daughter of Jesse and Rose E. (Stroup) Sizemore. She married Samuel Bushong in 1949 in Peoria. He died November 19, 1951. Nancy was a homemaker and member of Harvest Time Bible Church, Rock Falls. Survivors include, one daughter...
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Peter J. O'Connell

December 1, 1944 - October 3, 2018

Peter J. O'Connell, 73, of Sterling, died on Wednesday morning, October 3, 2018 at his home surrounded by loved ones. He was born on December 1, 1944 the son of Daniel D. and Ruth Eileen (Bowen) O'Connell. He was united in marriage to Patricia Feehan on July 15, 1977 at St. Francis Xavier Church in LaGrange. Peter owned and operated his own metals processing company for many years. He...
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Shirley Ann Eberly

December 13, 1935 - October 1, 2018

Shirley A. Eberly Shirley A. Eberly, age 82, of Rock Falls, died Monday, October 1, 2018 at Central Dupage Hospital in Winfield. Shirley was born December 13, 1935 in Sterling the daughter of John and Katherine (Hague) Moore. She married Terry Eberly on June 8, 1954 in Sterling. He preceded her in death on October 12, 2016. She was a homemaker. Survivors include one son, Gary Eberly of...
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Mary M. Hopper

February 27, 1929 - September 30, 2018

Mary M. Hopper, 89, of Sterling, died Sunday, September 30, 2018 at CGH Medical Center. Mary was born on February 27, 1929 in Kalamazoo, Mich. to John and Hazel (Downes) Gibbons. She married Gordon Hopper on March 25, 1968 in Dixon. He preceded her in death on June 10, 1980. Mary was of the Baptist faith. She is survived by a daughter, Anita Marie Hopper of Green Bay, Wisconsin; a son,...
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Avlon 'Al' Foster

October 26, 1928 - September 26, 2018

Avlon "Al" C. Foster, 89, of Rock Falls, died on Wednesday evening, September 26, 2018 at Rock River Hospice and Home in Sterling. He was born on October 26, 1928 in Pitts, Ark. to Homer Niles and Lillie (Cox) Foster. Al was an inspector at Northwestern Steel and Wire Company for 25 years, retiring in 1992. Al served in the United States Air Force from 1946-1949. He was a member of Como...
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Dorothy Aileen Hoffmiller

June 8, 1920 - September 25, 2018

Dorothy A. Hoffmiller, 98 of Rock Falls died Tuesday September 25, 2018 at Regency care of Sterling. She was born on June 8, 1920 in Polo, IL the daughter of Daniel and Pauline (Ports) Garman. She married Len Abell on April 10, 1943. He died October 26, 1972. She later married Albert Hoffmiller on October 13, 1978. He died March 31, 2003. Dorothy was employed by Riverside Cemetery in Sterling...
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Betty June Finkle

September 15, 1934 - September 24, 2018

Betty June Finkle, 84 of Rock Falls died Monday September 24, 2018 at Citadel of Sterling. She was born on September 15, 1934 in Elgin, the daughter of Matthew and Marjorie (Roth) Bresnahan. She married Lourde Finkle on July 29, 1949. He died July 28, 1995. Betty had worked at Franz – Steel Ball for 25 years and then taught at Morrison High School for 15 years until her retirement. She had...
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Carol M. Kern

July 8, 1944 - September 22, 2018

Carol M. Kern Carol M. Kern, age 74, of Morrison, died Saturday, September 22, 2018 at the Clarissa Cook Hospice House in Bettendorf, Iowa. Carol was born July 8, 1944 in Ft. Atkinson, Wis. the daughter of Otto and Gertrude (Sery) Callum. She was employed at Bergners for many years. Survivors include her significant other, Stan Franks of Milledgeville; one daughter, Mary (Randy) Gabel of...
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Gail D. Bell

March 4, 1952 - September 18, 2018

Gail D. Bell Gail D. Bell, age 66, of Rockford, died Tuesday, September 18, 2018 at OSF St. Anthony Medical Center in Rockford. Gail was born March 4, 1952 in Taylorville the daughter of Herschel and Glenda (Modlin) Deadmond. She married Dennis Bell on April 11, 1981 in Sterling. He preceded her in death on January 29, 2011. She was employed as a CNA at Mercy Healthcare and Mercy Page...
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Marian and Lawrence Zink

September 18, 2018

Marian W. Zink, age 89, of Rock Falls, died Saturday, September 15, 2018 at her home. Lawrence A. Zink, age 89, of Rock Falls, died Tuesday September 18, 2018 at his home. Marian was born February 9, 1929 in Savanna the daughter of Frank and Frances (Halfman) Wires. She was a homemaker. Lawrence was born August 4, 1929 in Mossbach the son of Mauritz and Lillian (Haas) Zink. He was...
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Gary Egan

September 1, 1947 - September 17, 2018

Gary T. Egan, 71 of Rock Falls died Monday September 17, 2018 at his home following an illness. He was born on September 1, 1947 in Sterling, the son of Paul F. and Helen (Buxton) Egan. He married Cheryl L. Burall on November 1, 1974 in Rock Falls. He had worked at the former Northwestern Steel and Wire Co in Sterling. Survivors include his wife, Cheryl; two sons: Gary R. Egan of Champaign...
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Frances "Franny" Clevenger

October 19, 1950 - September 17, 2018

Frances "Franny" Clevenger, 67 of Rock Falls died Monday September 17, 2018 at Rock River Hospice and Home in Sterling. She was born on October 19, 1950 in West Helena, AR the daughter of Robert L. and Nora G. (Calloway) Williams. She married Eddie R. Clevenger on December 2, 1967 in Hannibal, MO. Franny had worked as a manager of the Rock Falls McDonald's, for 15 years before retiring. She had...
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Cherry Lou Ebenezer

May 1, 1937 - September 14, 2018

Cherry Lou Ebenezer, 81 of Dixon, formerly of Rock Falls, died, Friday, September 14, 2018 peacefully at her home surrounded by loved ones. Cherry was born on May 1, 1937, the daughter of Leo G. and Iva R. (McGlaughlin) Strike. She married Donald Ebenezer on November 24, 1955 at Immanuel Ev. Lutheran Church in Rock Falls. Cherry worked at Lee Wayne Advertising (now Halo) for over 30 years and...
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Robert N. McMurren

March 8, 1946 - September 14, 2018

Robert N. McMurren, 72, of Ashton, formerly of Aurora, died on Friday, September 14, 2018 at KSB Hospital in Dixon. He was born on March 8, 1946 in Burlington, Iowa to Robert and Delores (Vieu) McMurren. He married Judy Hamm on September 5, 1964. Bob was a union carpenter for over 20 years until his retirement. He is survived by his wife, Judy, of Aurora; a daughter, Julie Martin, of...
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Eric J. Kithcart

March 14, 1980 - September 11, 2018

Eric J. Kithcart, 38, of Rock Falls, passed away Tuesday, September 11, 2018. He was born on March 14, 1980 in Sterling to Charles and Donna (Hoster) Kithcart. He is survived by his parents Charles and Donna of Sterling; uncles and aunts, Donald Kithcart of Sterling, Gary Kithcart of Normal, Kenneth Kithcart of Rock Falls, Deb (Jon) Block of Sterling and Brian (Terry) Hoster of Princeton...
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Mary Louise Sitter

February 20, 1929 - September 9, 2018

Mary Louise Sitter, 89, passed away peacefully on September 9, 2018 in Sterling, Illinois with family at her bedside. Her final hours were spent with family and friends who stopped by and shared memorable stories of her life's adventures. She was definitely a bright spot in the hearts of many. Mary was born February 20, 1929 in Freeport, Illinois, the daughter of Thomas E. and Florence Helen ...
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Margaret O'Bryan

March 20, 1925 - September 6, 2018

Margaret O'Bryan, 93 formerly of Sterling, died on September 6, 2018 at Pine Acres Nursing Home in DeKalb, IL. She was born on March 20, 1925 in Union Township, IL, the daughter of Christian and Ema (Reggelum) Madsen. She attended Lyndon IL Schools. Margaret married Donald W. Johnson in 1944. He passed away in 1946. She then married Edward P. O'Bryan in 1951. He passed in 2011. She was...
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