Obituaries

Betty Hiveley

Betty Hiveley

Jun 11, 2024

Betty Joan Hiveley, 87, of Kansas City, Missouri passed away on Tuesday, June 11th, 2024 in Sandwich, Illinois.Betty was born in Kansas City, Missouri to Doris Steinbrecher and Ralph Leisi on December 6,1936. She had a sister Barbara (Bailey) and brother Ralph, both have preceded her in death.

Betty Married Ralph Bartleman and had two daughters, Catherine (Gilkey) and Sandra (Coomes)...

Karen L. Walz

Karen L. Walz

Jun 7, 2024

Karen L. Walz, 71, of Sandwich, IL passed away on June 7, 2024. Karen was born on August 26, 1952 in Aurora, IL to William and Betty (Schaak) Rauch. Karen was happily married to Michael Walz until his passing in 2022.

Karen worked as a truck driver and a waitress. She enjoyed going to flea markets, auctions and playing bingo. She...

Roger D. Denman

Roger D. Denman

May 26, 2024

Roger D. Denman, 88, of Delmar, IA passed away on May 26, 2024. Roger was born on December 16, 1935 in Sandwich, IL to William and Vera (Hallstine) Denman. He married Carole Bergeson on September 16, 1955 in Waterman, IL at the Waterman United Methodist Church. They spent many loving years together, where he was a devoted husband until her...

Debra Jo Doolin

Debra Jo Doolin

May 15, 2024

Debra Jo Doolin, 53, of Sandwich, Illinois, formerly of Bowling Green, Kentucky, passed away suddenly, but peacefully in her sleep on Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at the Pavilion Healthcare after a brief illness.  She was affectionately known to others as Debbie.  She was in the care, guidance and direction of Unity Hospice and Palliative Care in Chicago, Illinois since February...

Ann L. Brand

Ann L. Brand

May 7, 2024

Ann Lea Brand, 79, of Triumph, IL passed away on May 7, 2024. Ann was born on July 15, 1944 in Aurora, IL to Vance and Bernice (Smith) Lintner. She attended West Aurora High School. She married Harold Brand Sr. in December of 1964. They divorced in 1970 but remained good friends. They had 2 children together and Ann welcomed...

Joyce Ann Dell

Joyce Ann Dell

May 5, 2024

Joyce Ann (Peterson) Dell, 92, of Sandwich, IL, passed away on May 5, 2024 in Yorkville, Illinois.

 

Joyce was born in Plentywood, Montana to Marvin and Ethel Peterson on November 9, 1931. She went to school in Columbus, Montana and then Colorado State University in Greeley. She married Robert Dell on August, 17, 1954 in Columbus, Mt.. She graduated from Eastern Montana College in Billings, MT. She worked as a teacher in...

Cathy Beal-Brown

Cathy Beal-Brown

Apr 28, 2024

Cathy Cleo Beal-Brown, 74, of Sandwich, IL passed away on April 28, 2024. Cathy was born on March 27, 1950 to William and Hazel (Hauser) Swaggerty. Cathy was a member of Harvest Chapel in Sandwich. Cathy was a vibrant soul who embraced life with an unwavering zest. Before Alzheimer's brutal effects took hold, Cathy's passion for shopping, love for people, and...

Bonny Young

Bonny Young

Apr 27, 2024

Bonny Young, 94, of Plano, IL was welcomed to heaven by her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on April 27, 2024. Bonny was born to David (Davie) L. and Stella Rose Ella (Michael) Halfacre of Iuka, IL. She was born when her parents lived in a log cabin. She loved growing up on a farm and being out with all the animals. At the...

Sue Ellen Stebritz

Sue Ellen Stebritz

Apr 17, 2024

Sue Ellen Stebritz, 71, of Loves Park, IL was born in Rockford, IL.  She was the daughter of Bill and Ethel (Kasper) Johnson.  Sue graduated from Rockford East in 1970 where she participated in numerous clubs and activities.  She was a proud veteran of the United States Navy.  While enlisted she met and married Ken Stebritz.  Sue loved her time in the Navy and the various...

Robann R. Eichelberger

Robann R. Eichelberger

Apr 17, 2024

Robann R. Eichelberger, 59, of Sandwich, IL passed away on April 17, 2024. Robann was born on April 24, 1964 in Mendota, IL to Robert and Ruth (Kearns) Heckman.

She attended Earlville High School. She worked at CTS Knights for many years when they were here and built many friendships there. She also worked as a CNA at Pavilion on Main...

Betty Skretteberg

Betty Skretteberg

Apr 14, 2024

Betty Skretteberg 97, passed away peacefully Sunday, April 14, 2024 at Manor Court in Rochelle IL. Betty was born to Herman and Hazel Reineck on February 19, 1927 in Algoma, Wisconsin. She loved helping her parents in the cheese factory that they owned. She married the love of her life Paul A Starns on February 23, 1945. She lived most...

Ronald G. Brannan

Ronald G. Brannan

Apr 4, 2024

Ronald G. Brannan (78) of Sandwich, Illinois, passed away peacefully in his sleep on April 4, 2024. Ron was a beloved husband, father, brother, uncle and friend to many.  He was born to James and Marie Brannan on February 14, 1946 in Sharon, Tn. Ron was an avid fisherman, motorcycle rider and roller skater in his younger years.   Ron...

Phillip Crabtree

Phillip Crabtree

Apr 3, 2024

Phillip A. Crabtree, 76, of Triumph, IL passed away on April 3, 2024. Phillip was born on October 4, 1947 in Nashville, TN to John and Mary Agnes (Hall) Crabtree.

Phillip was a senior tech for 25 years at Fermilab. He also enjoyed fishing and motorcycles.

Phillip is survived by his life partner, Ann Brand; Children, Richard Goosens of Peoria, IL, Timothy...

Melissa Vanjoske-Cole

Melissa Vanjoske-Cole

Mar 25, 2024

Melissa Vanjoske-Cole, mother of three and teacher of many, moved away to heaven in the early morning of Monday, March 25th. She was struggling with a vast amount of health issues and couldn't beat a particularly bad case of Influenza. She died surrounded by family, at Kishwaukee Hospital in Dekalb, IL. Over the course of her life, Melissa has been many...

Linda Lou Holley

Linda Lou Holley

Mar 22, 2024

Linda L. Holley, 83, of Sandwich, IL passed away on March 22, 2024. Linda was born on August 29, 1940 in Woodstock, IL to John and Mable (Bolin) Fender. She married Terry Holley in Sandwich, IL on September 26, 1959.

Linda was a member of the Federated Church of Sandwich. She worked as a secretary at Roosevelt Square Nursing Home in...

Brandon J. Hughes

Brandon J. Hughes

Mar 21, 2024

Brandon J. Hughes, 44, of Millington, IL passed away unexpectedly at home on March 21, 2024. Brandon was born on July 6, 1979 in Aurora, IL to Casey and Gail (Ostrander) Hughes.

Brandon grew up in Yorkville and Millington and attended Yorkville High School and Sandwich High School. He worked construction, framing buildings. He enjoyed riding dirt bikes with his brother...

Marlene Ann Blair

Marlene Ann Blair

Mar 10, 2024

Marlene Ann Blair, 70, of Ottawa, Illinois passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her loved ones. She was a cherished wife, mother, grandma, sister, and friend to all who had the privilege of knowing her. Marlene departed from this world on Sunday, March 10, 2024. She left behind a legacy of love and kindness that will forever be...

Donald P. Mitchell Sr.

Donald P. Mitchell Sr.

Mar 9, 2024

Donald P. Mitchell Sr., 77, of Sandwich, IL passed away on March 9, 2024. Donald was born on July 6, 1946 in La Porte, Indiana to Albert and Clara (West) Mitchell. He married his wife, Sharon Olson, on January 10, 1979 and enjoyed many years together until her passing in 2014.

Donald was proud to have served as a US Marine...

Betty Babis

Betty Babis

Mar 6, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Betty Babis on March 6, 2024. Born on December 2, 1948, Betty lived a fulfilling life centered on love and kindness for others.

Betty was a cherished woman by her family and friends alike. Her innate nurturing nature was a beacon of light that brought joy and warmth to all...

Carol Jean Lockman

Carol Jean Lockman

Mar 6, 2024

Carol Jean Lockman, 82, of Sandwich, IL passed away on March 6, 2024. Carol was born on July 3, 1941 in Sandwich, IL to Gerald and Evelyn (Heriaud) Ferris. She married Jimmie Dean Lockman on September 16, 1960 in Somonauk, IL. They spent 43 years together and raised 4 great children.

Carol was a caregiver for many children and she did...