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Linda lee Richardson-Orstead

Linda lee Richardson-Orstead

Mar 21, 2022

Linda L. Richardson-Orstead 77 of Rochelle passed away suddenly March 21, 2022 at Rochelle Community Hospital.

She was born on January 17th 1945 in Long Beach CA to the late Raplh and Fern (Silvers) Richardson.

She leaves behind her husband Gene, her Children John and his wife Celina and her daughter Wendy she also leaves behind her granddaughters and great...

George Jones

George Jones

Mar 20, 2022

George Jones, 61, of Mendota, passed away on March 20, 2022, surrounded by many of his closest loved ones.

George spent most of his life as a truck driver. A job he thoroughly loved and enjoyed sharing his knowledge of the industry with others.

George’s sense of humor and sarcasm will be missed by all who knew him.

George was...

George Richard Sevenberg

George Richard Sevenberg

Mar 16, 2022

George R. Sevenberg, 63, of Ashton, IL passed away on March 16, 2022. George was born on February 3, 1959 in Oak Park, IL to Gerald and Kathryn (Cook) Sevenberg.

George was a beloved husband, loved father and grandfather. He is survived by his wife, Beverly Sevenberg of Ashton, IL; Children, Ashley (Edward Wade) Dering of Lombard, IL, Andrew Sevenberg...

Sharon M. Chropkowski

Sharon M. Chropkowski

Mar 14, 2022

Sharon Marie Chropkowski (nee Palm), 1937-2022, passed away peacefully on March 14, 2022 in Sandwich, IL. Sharon was born to Willard and Winnifred Palm on February 6, 1937 in Chicago, IL.

Sharon was preceded in death by her loving husband of 59 years, Eugene Edward.

Our loving Mother is survived by her four children, Eugene J. (Carla) Chropkowski of Rhinelander,...

Vernon L. Randall

Vernon L. Randall

Mar 12, 2022

Vernon L. Randall, 89, of Rochelle,  IL passed away on March 12, 2022. Vernon was born on March 11, 1933 in Finksburg, MD. Vernon was a resident of the Rochelle area for 75 years. He loved music, playing guitar and singing. He also enjoyed fishing and was an animal lover. He had a unique bond with companion animals. He was...

Jimmie Wayne Long

Jimmie Wayne Long

Mar 11, 2022

Jimmie Wayne Long, 74, of Ashton, IL, passed away on March 11, 2022. Jimmie was born on April 15, 1947 in Auburndale, FL to James and Lou Ellen (Ingram) Long. Jimmie drove truck for a living. He loved hunting and training his hunting dogs. He enjoyed cooking and shooting guns. He was a Youth Director and Deacon at Zion Baptist...

Frank A. Smith

Frank A. Smith

Feb 25, 2022

Frank Smith, age 80 of Rochelle, IL, passed away peacefully on February 25, 2022, while holding the hand of his wife, Betsy and embraced by the prayers of many.

He was born in Rochelle, IL on June 7, 1941, to proud parents Victor and Ellen Smith, graduated from Stillman Valley High School, and lived in the surrounding farm communities his...

Reginald J. Kooistra

Reginald J. Kooistra

Feb 22, 2022

Reginald John Kooistra passed away on February 22, 2022 in Rochelle, IL. Reg or Reggie, as he was known, was born October 15, 1938 in Rochelle, IL. He is preceded in death by his father, Donovan; Mother, Amelia; Brother, Tom; And sister, Connie. He is survived by nephews, Shawn Kooistra and Kevin Kooistra.

Reg went to elementary and high schools...

Heather L. Simmons

Heather L. Simmons

Feb 20, 2022

Heather L. (Sanders) Simmons, 42, of Norway, IL was reunited in heaven with her husband, Robby, and baby brother on February 20, 2022. Heather was born on March 9, 1979 in Aurora, IL. The daughter of Charles D. Sr. and June R. (Schmuhl) Sanders. She was a member of the Community Church of Christ. Heather graduated from Plano High School...

Jason E. Rohde

Jason E. Rohde

Feb 18, 2022

Jason E. Rohde, 50, passed away on February 18, 2022 in Naperville, IL. Jason was born on June 10, 1971 in Oak Park, IL. He owned and operated Door Jam for almost 20 years, servicing the community and their garage door needs. In his free time, he enjoyed fishing and taking his family out to local restaurants and memorable events....

Donalyn S. Kerr

Donalyn S. Kerr

Feb 18, 2022

Donalyn Suzanne Kerr (nee Heller), 59, of Sandwich, IL went to her eternal rest in heaven on February 18, 2022. Known to everyone as Doni Sue, she touched so many lives. She was a caring wife, mother, and grandma/Mimi to her family. She will be greatly missed for a very long time.

Doni Sue was preceded in death by her...

Rachel L. Wright

Rachel L. Wright

Feb 15, 2022

Rachel L. Wright, 49, of Yorkville, IL passed away on February 15, 2022.  Rachel was born on May 18, 1972 in Winfield, IL to Milton and Cheryl (Bunnell) Larrabee.  

Rachel spent most of her professional career working for the City of Yorkville.  While employed she held several positions, but the most important was that of supporting members of the...

Harry A. Watts, Sr.

Harry A. Watts, Sr.

Feb 12, 2022

Harry A. Watts, Sr. passed away on February 12, 2022 in Rockford, Illinois. Harry was born on February 26, 1939 in Huntington, West Virginia to Harry and Goldie Watts. 

There will be a celebration of life at a later date. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Beverage Family Funeral Home. Online condolences may be made at www.beveragefamilyfh.com 

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Roy A Williamson

Roy A Williamson

Feb 11, 2022

Roy A. Williamson Jr., 71, of Sandwich, IL passed away on February 11, 2022. Roy was born on February 26, 1950 in Milwaukee, WI to Roy and Rosemary (Bieniesnski) Williamson, Sr. He graduated from Rufus King High School in Milwaukee in 1968 and went on to graduate with a BS at the University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point. He retired...

Donald C. Ross, Sr.

Donald C. Ross, Sr.

Feb 8, 2022

Donald C. Ross Sr. passed into eternity on February 8, 2022 at the age of 90. He lived in Decatur, GA. Donald was born on September 14, 1931 in Franklin Grove, IL to Frank and Mabel (Thomas) Ross. He graduated from Franklin Grove High School in 1949.

He joined the US Army in 1950 during the Korean War and earned...

Carl E. Wilson

Carl E. Wilson

Feb 7, 2022

Carl E. Wilson, 92, of Sandwich, IL passed away on February 7, 2022. He was born on January 27, 1930 in Benton, IL to Ezra and Maddie (Lampley) Wilson.

He married Othella Cole on May 30, 1952 in Pocahontas, Arkansas. They spent the next 62 years happily married until Othella’s passing on April 15, 2014. He was a veteran of...

Danny J. Bowers

Danny J. Bowers

Feb 7, 2022

Danny J. Bowers, 76, of Sandwich, IL passed away on February 7, 2022. Danny was born on July 20, 1945 in Freeport, IL to Kenneth and Ruth (Dittmar) Bowers. He was a handyman and had a passion for work. He also enjoyed fishing and hiking and loved being around his family and grandchildren.

Danny is survived by his wife, Judy;...

Lila L. Fallick

Lila L. Fallick

Feb 7, 2022

Lila L. Fallick, 80, passed away on February 7, 2022. Lila was born on January 24, 1942 in Kirkland, IL toElmer and Pauline (Cravens) Littlejohn. Lila worked at Quality Metals in Oregon. She loved ridingmotorcycle, camping in her and Irwin’s RV and traveling to New York and Florida. She was a simplewoman who loved her family very much.

Lila is...

Wade Alan Ohman, Sr.

Wade Alan Ohman, Sr.

Feb 6, 2022

Wade Alan Ohman Sr., 64, of Dixon, IL passed away suddenly at OSF St. Anthony Medical Center inRockford, IL. Wade was born on January 10, 1958 in Long Beach, CA to the late Thomas and Pauline(Weaver) Ohman.

Wade was a Chef who enjoyed cooking and cooking for others. He was employed by Dixon Direct. Healso was a Life member of...

John Ruddell Seale Jr.

John Ruddell Seale Jr.

Feb 2, 2022

John R. Seale, 66, of Yorkville, IL passed away at his home unexpectedly on February 2nd, 2022. John was born on August 8th, 1955 in Cuyahoga, OH to the late John R. and Nadine (Ball) Seale Sr.

John enjoyed fishing and music. He was a great uncle to his nieces and nephews and he was a loving husband and father....

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