Obituaries

John Hugh Flynn

John Hugh Flynn

Jan 10, 2019

John Hugh Flynn, 78, of Seneca, IL and formerly of Sandwich, IL passed away January 10, 2019 at his daughters’ home. He was born on September 27, 1940 to John H. (Jack) and Goldie Ruth (Lee) Flynn in Sandwich, IL.

John graduated from Sandwich High School went on to serve his country with the US Navy. John had worked several...

Evelyn Amelia Albrecht

Evelyn Amelia Albrecht

Jan 10, 2019

Evelyn Amelia Albrect, 100, of Rochelle, IL passed away on January 10, 2019. Evelyn was born on April 21, 1918 in Ashton, IL to Charles and Emma (Ehlbeck) Eich. She owned and operated a clothing store in Ashton and worked on a family farm. She also worked at local restaurants and grocery stores. She took a lot of pride in...

Glenn Steven Raskevicz

Glenn Steven Raskevicz

Jan 8, 2019

Glenn Steven Raskevicz, 55, of Yorkville, IL passed away on January 8, 2019 at Willowcrest Nursing Pavilion. He was born on July 24, 1963 in Chicago, Illinois to Al and Lucy (Pouilaitis) Raskevicz.

He was a mechanic, repairing bowling alleys. He loved baseball and collected memorabilia and was a White Sox Fan.

He is survived by his parents, 2 bothers,...

William (Bill) David Haag

William (Bill) David Haag

Jan 6, 2019

William (Bill) David Haag, 69, of Sandwich, IL. passed away at Edwards Hospital in Naperville, IL. on January 6, 2019. He was born on May 12, 1949 in Sandwich, Illinois to Robert and Ruth (Behrmann) Haag.

He was a graduate of Sandwich High School, graduating in 1967. Married his sweetheart Debra  on November 10, 1973 in Marseilles, IL. spending 45...

Jeremy Steven Hammonds

Jeremy Steven Hammonds

Jan 3, 2019

Jeremy Steven Hammonds, 39, of Ashton, IL passed away on January 3, 2019. Jeremy was born on October 16, 1979 in Elgin, IL to Marty and Marie (Perkins) Hammonds.

He worked for Crest Foods for 20 years. He loved Diet Coke, cooking, and fishing. He was a collector of many things as well, old game systems, collecting cards and a...

Nickole (Nicki) Ann Clapper

Nickole (Nicki) Ann Clapper

Dec 29, 2018

Nickole (Nicki) Ann Clapper, 46, of Somonauk, IL passed away at her home on December 29, 2018. She was born on January 3, 1972 to John and Peggy  (Curran) Clapper

She was a member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Somonauk and she worked as a caregiver for Fox Valley Older Adult Services. She enjoyed music, watching sport...

Victor Hugo Foronda-Del Rio

Victor Hugo Foronda-Del Rio

Dec 24, 2018

Victor Hugo Foronda-Del Rio 63 of North Aurora, IL passed away at his home on December 24th 2018. He was born on February 6th 1955 in Lapac Boliva to Victor and Prudencia Del Rio Foronda.

He left behind two younger sisters, many nieces and nephews, and friends. He was an incredible brother, the kindest uncle and an unforgettable friend. 

My...

Iris Ann Greif

Iris Ann Greif

Dec 24, 2018

Iris Ann Greif, 79, of Sandwich, IL passed away December 24th 2018 at Hillside Health and Rehab, Yorkville, IL. She was born in Sandwich on June 25th 1939 to the late Martin and Gertrude (Eastman) Otto.

Iris was a member of Our Saviors Lutheran Church Sandwich. She was a police Dispatcher for the City of Sandwich going on to working for Doctors...

Aiko Doolin

Aiko Doolin

Dec 23, 2018

Aiko Doolin, 75, of Sandwich, Illinois passed away on Sunday, December 23, 2018 at Northwestern Central DuPage Hospital in Winfield, Illinois after a brief illness.  She was born in Kumamoto, Japan on March 28, 1943 to Suezi Mori and Harue Shirahama.  She was raised and educated as a child in Saga City, Japan.  She met, fell in love and married an...

Jerry Carl Scent

Jerry Carl Scent

Dec 22, 2018

Jerry Carl Scent, 82, of Aurora, IL. passed away at Presence Mercy Center on December 22, 2018. He was born on April 29, 1936 in Sandwich, IL to Carl and Virginia (Fairchild) Scent.

Jerry was the owner of Fan Plasctic, a big fan of the “85” Chicago Bears fan, and was a friend of Mike Ditka, and Walter Payton. He...

Shirley Lavon Ming

Shirley Lavon Ming

Dec 21, 2018

Shirley Lavon Ming, 82, of Sheridan, IL. passed away at home on December 21, 2018. She was born December 31, 1935 to Lloyd and Dorothy (White) Snyder. She went to Naperville Central High School. She worked for Standard Grigsby and Lyon Metal. She was a very hard worker and enjoyed family, as well as playing bingo.

Shirley is survived by...

Marie Elizabeth Durin

Marie Elizabeth Durin

Dec 19, 2018

Marie E. Durin, 88, of Steward, IL passed away on December 19, 2018, at Lincolnshire Place, Loves Park, IL. Marie was born on August 14, 1930 in West Brooklyn, IL. She married her high school sweetheart, Stanley Durin, on April 21, 1951.

Marie was a wife, mother, grandmother and sister who will be greatly missed. She enjoyed gardening and cooking...

Alyce Louise Flowers

Alyce Louise Flowers

Dec 15, 2018

Alyce Louise Flowers, 75, of Sandwich, passed away on December 15, 2018. She was born May 29, 1943 to Martin and Gertrude (Eastman) Otto in Sandwich, IL. She was a member of Our Savior’s Lutheran Church. She loved to crochet, as well as gamble, playing video poker and bingo.

Alyce is survived by 3 children, Gregg of Sandwich, IL, Kelly...

Michael James Gasiamis

Michael James Gasiamis

Dec 8, 2018

Michael James Gasiamis, 75, of Sandwich, passed away on December 8th 2018 at his home. He was born in Greece on August 20th 1943 to the late Dimetrios and Ligeri ( Hiotis ) Gasiamis. He served in the US. Army during the Viet Nam Era. He worked and retired from International Harvester. He married Dorris Brown 55 years ago. He...

Kyle Steven Darcy

Kyle Steven Darcy

Dec 7, 2018

Kyle Steven Darcy, of Sandwich, beloved son of Joseph Darcy and Carol Wheeler passed away unexpectedly on December 7, 2018.

Kyle was a 2016 graduate of Sandwich High School and was working towards a BS in Radiation Therapy at Southern Illinois University.  He enjoyed the love of family and friends, long walks, good books and gaming.

He is survived by...

Melvin Donald Yocum

Melvin Donald Yocum

Dec 6, 2018

Melvin Donald Yocum, 80, of Franklin Grove, passed away on December 6, 2018. He was born March 24, 1938 to Donald and Dorothy (Butterfield) Yocum in Ashton, IL. He served in the US Army from 1962 – 1964 in Germany. He loved spending time with his grandchildren. He also loved farming, trucking and raising his Polled Hereford cows. Now he’s...

Dolores J Reitz

Dolores J Reitz

Dec 5, 2018

Dolores J Reitz, 86, of Franklin Grove, IL. passed away on December 5, 2018 at St. Anthony’s in Rockford. She was born on April 6, 1932 to Clarence and Gladys (Brummer) Reitz in Ashton, IL.

She was Baptized on July 17, 1932 in St John’s Lutheran Church. She graduated from Ashton High School and attended KSB School of Nursing and...

John (Mike) Michael Woodyatt

John (Mike) Michael Woodyatt

Dec 4, 2018

John “Mike” Woodyatt, age 68, of Malta, IL. passed away at home surrounded by his family on December 4th, 2018. He was born on July 24th, 1950 in Dixon, IL. to the (late) parents of Bette (Emmert) and John Woodyatt.

Mike was an avid Cubs and Bears fan. He cherished every moment with his family.

Mike was drafted with his...

David Arthur Foster

David Arthur Foster

Dec 1, 2018

David Arthur Foster, 74, went to be with his Lord and Savior on December 1, 2018 after a tough 6 month battle with cancer.  He was born November 10, 1944 to Thomas and Ethel Merriman Foster in Mendota, IL.  He graduated from Ashton High School in 1962.  He married Susan Erickson on June 30, 1963 at Reynolds Church in rural...

Norma Jane Wilcox-Stover

Norma Jane Wilcox-Stover

Dec 1, 2018

Norma J. Wilcox-Stover, daughter of Earl and Marjorie (Friebele) Zentmyer, was born on June 9, 1925 at home in Oswego; departed this life on December 1, 2018. She had attained the age of 93 years, five months and twenty-two days. Preceded in death by 3 husbands, Homer Adkins of 23 years, father of Norma’s three children, Don Wilcox and Herschel...