Wanda I. Freeland
Nov 15, 2025
Wanda Irene Freeland, 67, of Sandwich, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by loved ones on November 15, 2025. Wanda was born April 20, 1958 in Sandwich, daughter of Jacqueline and Clarence Freeland.
Wanda was an employee at Sandwich Hospital for many years. After moving to Arizona in 2001, she continued her passion working at Banner Health in Mesa. After...
Shannon L. Curry
Nov 8, 2025
Shannon L. Curry, 38, of Dekalb, Il died on November 8 th , 2025, at her home. Shannon was the daughter of James A. Curry, and Patricia (Judge) Chamberlin. She was born Dec. 23, 1986, in Sheboygan, Wi. She loved her Chicago Cubs, and music, especially the Beatles. She will be remembered by her generous and giving heart, and her...
Alice M. Arjes
Nov 7, 2025
Alice Mae Arjes, 85, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on November 7, 2025. She was born on October 24, 1940 in Mendota, IL to Leonard and Gladys (Berry) Rosette.
On February 12, 1965, Alice married the love of her life, Allie Arjes, in Plano, IL. They shared many beautiful years together before Allie’s passing in 1975...
Norman Otto
Nov 2, 2025
Norman Otto passed away on November 2, 2025, at his home surrounded by family. He was born in Sandwich, Illinois, on June 29, 1940, to August and Dorothy Otto. Norman spent his elementary years at Sandy Bluff School and graduated from Sandwich High School in 1958. In 1969, he married Nancy Jo Neuhauser.
Norman served his country in the Army Reserves...
Janice E. Larson
Nov 2, 2025
Our beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend, Janice Ellen Kietzman Larson, 78, of Sandwich, Illinois, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday, November 2, 2025, surrounded by her devoted husband and daughters.
Born on September 16, 1947, in Flint, Michigan, Janice was the daughter of the late Herman and Marie Kietzman. She grew up in...
Donna J. Sczenski
Nov 1, 2025
Donna J. Sczenski, 76, of Plano, IL passed away on November 1, 2025. Donna was born on October 26, 1949 in Johnson City, TN to William and Virginia (Peavler) Landreth.
Donna graduated from West Aurora High School and went on to work at Western Electric, Service Master and Comfort Inn. She enjoyed fishing, partying, dancing, doing various crafts and just having...
Carolyn Faith Grune
Nov 1, 2025
Carolyn Grune, 78, of Somonauk, Ill, passed away peacefully November 1, 2025, at The Pearl at the Tillers nursing home in Oswego, Ill. She was the daughter of Gustav and Ethel Grune, and sister to Gordon Grune.
Carolyn earned a Bachelor of Arts in the Teaching of Speech, from the University of Illinois in 1969. She followed that up with a...
Susan Fay Stamm
Oct 30, 2025
Susan Fay (Schradly) Stamm, 80, of Oswego, Illinois, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on October 30, 2025.
Beloved wife of Terry Stamm for over 61 years. Loving mother of Kathy Smith (Keith Boatner) and Kris (John) Nardone. Devoted grandmother and “Nana” to Dylan (Katie) Smith, LizSmith, Jake Smith, and Joey Nardone. Cherished great-grandmother (“Gigi”) to Emmett Smith.
Sue...
W. B. (Dub) Lambert
Oct 16, 2025
W. B. (Dub) Lambert left his earthly home on October 16, 2025, and was taken by angels to his Heavenly home. He has been joyfully welcomed by Our Lord and Savior and reunited with the love of his life.
On October 7, 1930, Dub was born to Avie Lee McFarlin Lambert and Wiley Joseph Lambert in Monette, Arkansas. He married Eula...
Dennis Savage
Oct 16, 2025
Dennis Savage, 83,of Black River Falls, WI, passed away on October 16th, 2025 in Shabbona, IL
Dennis was born to Alonzo and Elreda Savage on June 3rd, 1942. He was married to Joan Savage (Richardson). He worked for numerous years at Turner Manufacturing and drove for theTeamsters Union at the end of his career. He loved to bowl and was a...
Loretta J. Ikemire
Oct 16, 2025
Loretta Janice Ikemire, 87, of Sandwich, Illinois, went home to be with Jesus on October 16, 2025.
Born on April 23, 1938, in Corning, Arkansas, to Daniel and Audrey (Mendenhall) Clement, Loretta graduated from Martinsville High School in Martinsville, Illinois. On June 2, 1956, she married the love of her life, Everett Lloyde “Ike” Ikemire, and together they built a beautiful...
Suzanne "Suzy" S. Burton
Oct 16, 2025
Suzanne “Suzy” S. Burton (née Selzle), 85, of Sandwich, IL passed away peacefully on October 16, 2025.
Beloved wife of Tom Burton for over 61 years. Loving mother of Tom Jr. (Jill) and Scott Burton. Devoted grandmother of Tom III, David (Sydni), Denham Lizzio, Jessica Lizzio, and Ben Burton. Cherished great-grandmother of Brooks Burton.
Suzy was born on January 15, 1940, in...
Henry Earl Black
Oct 14, 2025
Henry Earl Black, 82, died peacefully in his Sandwich home on October 14th, 2025, surrounded by family.
Henry was born on November 15th, 1942 in Katy, Texas to Margaret Rosener. At age 7, he moved to San Francisco, CA with his mother and two younger brothers, and forged a lifelong bond with the city. He played soccer at Mission High School...
Carol Ann McMullin
Oct 11, 2025
Carol Ann McMullin, 94, of Rochelle, Illinois, passed away on October 11, 2025 at Serenity Hospice and Home in Oregon, Illinois, after a short illness.
Carol was born in Los Angeles, California to Leo and Barbara (Hochrein) Walch on July 1, 1931. She graduated from Elgin, Illinois High School. She later worked as an administrative assistant for Palatine High School until...
Joy L. Cunningham
Oct 8, 2025
Joy L. Cunningham, 94, of Sandwich, Illinois passed away on October 8, 2025. Joy was born on August 28, 1931 in Sandwich, IL to Ivan and Nellie (Rush) Cunningham.
There will be a private family graveside service to be held at a later date at Oak Ridge Cemetery in Sandwich, IL.
Arrangements were entrusted to Beverage Family Funeral Home. Online condolences may...
Harry Ray Heath
Oct 7, 2025
Harry Ray Heath, 83, of Sandwich, IL passed away on October 7, 2025, at his home. Many people knew him as Tiny. Harry was born on January 12, 1942, in Sterling, IL to Merle and Anna (Francis) Heath. Harry was raised on the farm in Prophetstown until his parents moved to Polo, IL in 1951, where they continued farming. Harry...
Mary Ellen Crose
Oct 4, 2025
Mary Ellen Crose, 83, of Oswego, IL, passed away October 4, 2025, at her home at Stonecroft Village in Mendota, IL.
Mary was born on December 20, 1941 in Shumway, IL, to Carl Matson and Leona (Eichelberger) Matson.
Mary was a polio survivor and was unable to walk until age 11, during which time she learned to play the piano and accordion...
Patricia Ann McGee
Sep 30, 2025
Patricia Ann McGee, 90 of Rochelle IL, passed away Monday, September 30, 2025, at Liberty Village of Rochelle.
Born June 28, 1935, the daughter of George Everett and Edith Louise (White) Foster. Patricia married Marvin C. McGee on June 12, 1954, at Creston Methodist Church in Creston, IL.
She is survived by her daughter, Rebecca (Jack) Halverson. Four grandchildren, Christopher (Trisha) McGee,...
Ronald G. Dearth
Sep 28, 2025
Ronald G. Dearth, 82, of Morris, IL passed away on September 28, 2025. Ron was born on January 30, 1943 in Joliet, IL to Glen and Evelyn (Newberry) Dearth.
Ron loved gardening and spending time with his family. He was also very proud of being in the Local 150. When he was younger, he also started an ambulance service in Mazon,...
Shirley E. Sword
Sep 28, 2025
Shirley E. Sword, 84, of Ashton, IL passed away on September 28, 2025. Shirley was born on September 1, 1941 in Blue River, WI to Raymond and Leurita (Weir) Nelson. Shirley enjoyed reading, dancing, antiquing; as well as doll and depression glass collecting. She also enjoyed traveling with some of her favorite places being to Hawaii, France and Germany.
Shirley is...
Subscribe
Subscribe to get alerts on new obituaries
