Jennifer L. Wehrs
Mar 3, 2023
Jennifer L. Wehrs, 38, of Mendota, IL passed away on March 3, 2023. Jennifer was born on May 2, 1984 in Aurora, IL to Thomas Barna and Sharon Barna. Jennifer graduated from Yorkville High School in 2002. She enjoyed singing, pulling pranks on people, looking after animals and feeding the ducks at Lake Mendota daily. She was a loving and...
Marilyn J. Fritsch
Mar 1, 2023
Marilyn J. Fritsch, 81, of Sandwich, IL passed away on March 1, 2023 in Sandwich, IL. Marilyn was born on January 31, 1942 in Sandwich, IL to Arthur and Viola Mae (Foster) Anderson. Marilyn married Terry Fritsch on March 25, 1972.
Marilyn is survived by her husband, Terry; Children, Robert (Olivia) Eckhardt of Las Animas, CO, Michael (Vicci) Eckhardt of...
Alma Leticia Herrera
Feb 28, 2023
Alma Leticia Herrera, de 61 años, de Rochelle, falleció el 28 de Febrero de 2023 en Rochelle Il. 61068
El Rosario/Visitación será de 4 a 8 pm el lunes 6 de Marzo en Beverage-Lyons Family Funeral Home, 704 N Sixth Street, Rochelle Il. 61068.
Se llevará a cabo una misa fúnebre a las 1100 am el Martes 7...
Donna L. Stephens
Feb 28, 2023
Donna Leah (“Mama”) Stephens, age 86, of Earlville, Illinois passed away peacefully at home on February 28, 2023.
She was born August 4th, 1936 in Woodbine, Iowa, the daughter of Elgar and Lavon (Doty) Teel of Gallatin, MO.
Donna was united in marriage on October 21st, 1953 to Albert W. Stephens and they spent the next 47 years happily together...
Walter T. Tracz
Feb 27, 2023
Walter T. Tracz, 98, of Dixon, IL passed away on February 27, 2023. Walter was born on June 15, 1924 in Chicago, IL to Joseph and Mary (Kozik) Tracz.
Walter grew up in the Bucktown neighborhood in Chicago. He attended St. Hedwig Catholic School and Church. He also attended Lane Tech High School.
Walter served in the United States Navy...
Charlene Harvey
Feb 25, 2023
Charlene Harvey, 67, of Ashton, lost her battle with cancer on February 25, 2023, at Loyola Hospital in Chicago.
Charlene Cora Harvey was born on April 18, 1955, in Dixon to Charles and Alice (Tate) Harvey. She spent her entire life in Ashton where she could be seen cleaning the post office, the school, or Monsanto. She was someone who...
German Piedrahita
Feb 13, 2023
German Piedrahita Jr., 30, of Somonauk, IL passed away on February 13th, 2023 in Winfield, IL.
German was born in Sandwich to German Gustavo Piedrahita and Juana Ortiz on July 13th, 1992. He went to school at Sandwich. He married Jessica Rodriguez on May 30th, 2015 in Sandwich. He worked as a machine operator for Menards Distribution Center. He...
Minnie L. Bland
Feb 13, 2023
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Minnie Lou Bland (67) on February 13, 2023. Minnie was a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend. She will be deeply missed.
Minnie was born on June 7th, 1955 in Kentucky, and lived most of her life in Earlville. One of Minnie's passions was collecting cow-related items. She had a...
Darlyne L. Lakeman
Feb 12, 2023
Darlyne L. Lakeman, aged 69, passed away on February 12, 2023, surrounded by her loving family. Born on December 14, 1953, in Snyder, Texas, Darlyne was the daughter of Billy Ray and Delores (Handte) Warneke.
Growing up in Illinois, Darlyne attended East High School, graduating in 1972. Throughout her life, Darlyne built lasting relationships, both in her personal and professional...
Mark A. Scott
Feb 8, 2023
Mark Scott, 66, of Sheridan, IL passed away on February 8, 2023 at his home.
Mark was born on June 15, 1956 in Warrenville, IL to Don and Diane Scott. Mark graduated Nekoosa High School in 1974. He went on to serve with the United States Marines and was honorably discharged. Mark married Sue Engwall on May 25, 2000 in...
Francis (Bud) G. Yeager
Jan 26, 2023
Francis G. (Bud) Yeager, 86, of Rochelle, IL passed away on Thursday, January 26, 2023 at home, one day after his 86th birthday on January 25th. He was born to Francis and Loretta Yeager in Chicago.
Bud loved spending time with his family. He also has a cat called Trixie who followed him around and will miss him. He spent...
Marian R. Swed
Jan 21, 2023
Marian R. Swed, 92, of Compton, IL passed away on January 21, 2023. Marian was born on August 26, 1930 in Chicago, IL to Frank and Margaret (Greco) Carbonaro.
Marian was a long time resident of West Chicago, before moving to Sycamore, IL and then ultimately spending the last few years living in Compton, IL. She liked doing puzzles and...
Ronald D. Jorgenson
Jan 19, 2023
Ronald D. Jorgenson Sr., 80, of Plano, IL peacefully passed away in his sleep on January 19, 2023. Ron was born on February 20, 1942 in Sandwich, IL to Edwin and Violet Jorgenson.
Ron was surprisingly himself with a wide and interesting past. His eclectic career ranged from Grocery Store Clerk, to Lieutenant for the Plano Police Department before branching...
Theron (Ron) Wigton
Jan 18, 2023
Theron (Ron) Wigton of Sandwich, IL, passed away Wednesday, January 18, 2023 at Mercy Center Hospital in Aurora at the age of 80. He was born August 29, 1942 in Aurora to Janice and Wayne Wigton.
Ron is survived by his wife of the last 11 years, Ann (Brown) Wigton, his son Kenneth (Wendy) Wigton of Independence, KY and his...
Thomas J. Boyne
Jan 15, 2023
Thomas J. Boyne, age 89, of Sandwich, IL, passed away peacefully at home on January 15. He was born August 4, 1933 in Aurora, IL, the son of John and Evelyn (Richardson) Boyne.
Tom was a 1953 graduate of East Aurora High School. He retired from Iron Workers Union Local 393 where he was a member since 1970. Tom was a member of St. George Byzantine Catholic...
Janet A. Hallstrom
Jan 11, 2023
Janet Arlene (Ford) Hallstrom, 89, of Sandwich, IL, was welcomed to heaven by her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on January 11, 2023. Janet was born to Lawrence Russell Ford, Sr. and Mary Ann (Wallis) Ford of Sandwich, at Woodward Memorial Hospital. She graduated valedictorian of the class of 1951 from Sandwich Township High School. Janet married Thomas Hal Hallstrom...
Clarence L. Freeland
Jan 10, 2023
Clarence L. Freeland, 87, of Mendota, IL passed away on January 10, 2023. Clarence was born on February 21, 1935 in Sandwich, IL to Robert and Olive (Datschetski) Freeland. Clarence worked at Barber Green in Aurora, IL for 19 years. He then went on to work for the City of Sandwich until his retirement. He enjoyed working on small engines, fishing, and...
Barbara J. Cargill
Jan 9, 2023
Barbara J. Cargill, 89, of Ashton, IL passed away on January 9, 2023. Barbara was born on February 23, 1933 in Vienna, IL to Robert and Glady (Reagan) Fitzgerald. Barbara believed in Christ and let everyone know it. She was always ready to help anyone in need. Her greatest pastime was telling friends about her grandkids and great grandkids.
Barbara...
Pauline R. Loos
Jan 8, 2023
Pauline R Loos, born 08/19/1925 in Madison Wi. to Simon and Charlotte Rolsted. Passed at the home of her daughter on 01/08/2023.
Pauline grew up in Barron, Wi until the family moved to Waukesha, Wi. She graduated from the Kahler Nursing School, and was an RN for her whole working career. She met, and married John C. Loos...
James (Jim) J. Gottberg Sr.
Jan 6, 2023
James (Jim) J. Gottberg Sr. passed away peacefully at home on January 6, 2023. He was born on October 12, 1948 in Aurora, IL to Herbert and Mabel (Watkins) Gottberg.
Jim married Denise Lynn Van Kirk on September 22, 1990 at the gazebo in downtown Sandwich. After many faithful years as a Caterpillar employee, he retired in 2003. Jim was also the proud owner of Jim’s Computer...
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