Elaine Fitzpatrick
Aug 26, 2026
Elaine Fitzpatrick was born on July 17, 1929, in Oak Park, Illinois, to Joseph and Rose Schutter. She attended St. Giles Grammar School and Trinity High School. She married the love of her life, William Francis Fitzpatrick, at St. Giles Parish in Oak Park in 1956.
Elaine devoted her life to her family, raising seven children with love, patience, and unwavering...
Mary F. Keay
Aug 24, 2026
Born to Louie G. & Edith Pauline (Craig) Stout in Ramsey, Illinois on June 16, 1939. Lived in the Sandwich, Little Rock, and the Plano area for most of her life. Peacefully passed on to her heavenly life on Monday, August 24, 2026. She was 87 years old.
Mary Florence worked at Plano Molding in Plano, IL for many years, starting...
Raymond "Ray" James Kepka
Aug 22, 2026
Raymond James Kepka, “Ray”, passed away August 22, 2026 at the age of 81 after a difficult struggle with Alzheimer’s Disease. He was a husband, father, grandfather and friend who leaves behind a legacy of love.
Ray was born June 18, 1944 in Chicago, IL. His family moved to Millington, IL when he was a young child, then to Plano, IL....
Donald C. McMillen
Aug 9, 2026
On the evening of August 8th, his dad’s birthday, Donald Charles McMillen Jr. peacefully passed away into the waiting arms of our dear sweet lord and savior Jesus Christ. Soon more shouts of joy and laughter could be heard from heaven. "Dads here", "Hi Grampa". Don was finally home. He was wrapped in the strong arms of our son Robert,...
Mary Ann Van Wallingham
Aug 7, 2026
Mary Ann Van Wallingham, 76, of Newark, IL passed away on August 7, 2026. Mary was born on July 29, 1950 in West Chicago, IL to Lester and Janet (Whalen) Thoma.
Mary is survived by her husband, Warren, and her daughter, Julie Van Wallingham of Sandwich, IL.
She is preceded in death by her parents.
There will be no services at this time....
Walter E. Smith
Aug 7, 2026
Walter E. Smith, born July 27, 1940, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Friday, August 7th, 2026 at 10:46 p.m. while a patient at Valley West Hospital in Sandwich, Illinois. He was 86 years old.
Walter was preceded in death by his parents, Lee and Inez Smith, and his brothers Robert, Raymond, and Willie. Their memory remained close to him...
Frieda Ann Moebs
Aug 3, 2026
Frieda Ann Moebs, 73, of Sandwich, IL passed away on August 3, 2026. Frieda was born on September 21, 1952 in Aurora, IL to Wesley and Ruth (Counsel) Jackson. Frieda married David Moebs on November 15, 1975 and they were happily married for 44 years until his passing in 2019.
A graveside service will be held on Friday, August 21, 2026...
Terry Allen Fritsch
Jul 30, 2026
Terry Allen Fritsch, 82, of Sandwich, IL, passed away Thursday, July 30th, 2026 at Kishwaukee Hospital in Dekalb, after suffering a stroke.
Born on June 16, 1944, in Sandwich, IL, Terry was the son of Don and Ardath Fritsch. He graduated from Sandwich High School 1962, then attended Illinois College before he was drafted into the U.S. Army in 1966, serving...
Nancy Marie Johnson
Jul 30, 2026
Nancy M. Johnson, 68, of Sandwich, Illinois, passed away Thursday, July 30, at home surrounded by her loved ones. Nancy was born August 24, 1957, in Morris, Illinois, to John Gerald and Loretta Ford.
She married Thomas Johnson on May 22, 1982. Together, they raised three children, Gerald, Gregory, and Stephanie, all of Sandwich.
Nancy graduated from Sandwich Community High School in...
Connor C. Flowers
Jul 29, 2026
In loving memory of Connor Charles Flowers, who left this world on July 29th, 2026, too early at the age of 25. He was born December 14, 2000 in Aurora, IL along with his twin brother and then welcomed home by his big brother and sister.
From the time Connor could walk, he was always up to something and on the...
Laurie M. Kramer
Jul 26, 2026
Laurie M. Kramer, 65, of Rochelle, Illinois, passed away on Sunday, July 26, 2026. Laurie was born on April 14, 1961, in Rochelle, Illinois, to Gordon and Grace (Ludvigsen) Ankney. She married Scott Kramer in 1987, and they shared many years together until his passing.
Known lovingly as "Mimi," Laurie treasured spending time with her grandchildren, who were the highlight of...
James D. Miedema Sr.
Jul 19, 2026
James D. Miedema Sr., 84, of Sandwich, IL passed away on July 19, 2026. James was born on September 11, 1941 in Bensenville, IL to Onne and Edna (Slinkman) Miedema.
James was an avid private pilot his whole life. At a young age, he also enjoyed camping and fishing. He had always worked hard to provide for his family.
James is survived by...
Dean Robert Potter
Jul 17, 2026
Dean Robert Potter, 83, passed away Friday, July 17th, 2026 at Edward Hospital in Naperville after a very courageous four years of battling various illnesses including being on dialysis. Dean was born on April 24, 1943 in Sandwich, IL to Glendon and Anna (Tuntland) Potter.
Dean is survived by his wife, Glenda. They were married for 63 1/2 years. His Sons,...
Wanda Jean Goff
Jul 13, 2026
Wanda Jean Goff, 89, of Sandwich, IL, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 13, 2026, surrounded by the love of family.
Born on August 26, 1936, in Savannah, TN, she was the only daughter of Newt Funderburk and Omiegean Virginia Gray. She married the love of her life, Jimmie Lee Goff, on October 29, 1955, and they celebrated 51 years of...
Mary Ann Stilson
Jul 9, 2026
Mary Ann Stilson, 72, of Aurora, IL passed away on July 9, 2026. Mary was born on August 21, 1953 in Susquehanna, PA to Patrick and Sue (Leaper) Stilson. Mary had a giving heart. If you needed anything, she would help.Mary is survived by her sisters, Catherine Stilson of Grand Prairie, TX, Shirley (Earl) Stilson of Montgomery, IL and Julie...
Frederic Chaffer
Jul 9, 2026
Fred A. Chaffer, 74, of Sandwich, IL passed away on July 9, 2026. Fred was born on August 4, 1951 in Oak Park, IL to Wilbur and Alice (Cannon) Chaffer. Fred was a motocycle enthusiast and was apart of the A.B.A.T.E. organization for over 30 years. Throughout his life he worked for AT&T, the Aurora Police Department and Septran.Fred is...
Albert Nelson
Jul 6, 2026
Albert Nelson, 80, of Sandwich, IL passed away on July 6, 2026. Albert was born on November 5, 1945 in Chicago, IL to Albert and Dolores (Smith) Nelson. There will be no services at this time.Arrangements were entrusted to Beverage Family Funeral Home.
Sandra Lea Richmond
Jul 5, 2026
Sandra Lea Richmond, 78, of Sandwich, IL passed away peacefully in her sleep on July 5th, 2026.
She was born on August 20th, 1947, in Aurora, IL. To the late William and Eleanor Richmond.
Sandy loved NASCAR racing and drag racing with her brother and sister-in-law, (she was their biggest fan) and enjoyed her once a month getting together with friends she...
Christina K. Campbell
Jun 28, 2026
Christina Karen Campbell 39 of Yorkville, IL passed away, June 28. at Rush Copley Hospital in Aurora surrounded by family. Christina (Wiggletail, affectionate name from her Grandpa Diehl) was born May 24, 1987 in Park Ridge, IL.
Survived by her mother, Karen Dietzman, her brother David Lindeman (Lori) of Chino Valley, AZ, her sister Carrie Lindeman of Sandwich, IL., her boyfriend...
Cheryl L. Higgins
Jun 26, 2026
Cheryl L. Higgins
Born 5/21/47 passed 6/26/26
Prior to residing at the Pavilion on Main in Sandwich, Cheryl was a long time resident of Montgomery, Il. Cheryl had numerous friends in and around the Montgomery area.
Proceeded in death by her husband of 55 years, Joseph R Higgins on 6/26/2020.
Cheryl is survived by her two sons, Duane Higgins (Serena Higgins) of Oswego, Il...
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