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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
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
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
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...
Manley (Bud) Olson
Mar 4, 2024
Bud Olson, 87, of Sandwich, IL passed away on Monday, March 4, 2024 at the Pavilion on Main in Sandwich with family by his side.
A family graveside service will be held at a later date. Burial will be at Harding Cemetery. Cremation rites have been entrusted to Beverage Family Funeral Home in Sandwich, IL.
Bud was born on December 9, 1936...
Barbara J. (Schumaker) Pena
Feb 26, 2024
Barbara J (Schumaker) Pena 96, arrived in Heaven on Monday, February 26, 2024.
She spent the last six years surrounded by amazing staff and friends as a resident of Pavilion on Main in Sandwich. Barb was born and raised in Plano, Illinois, living her years with first husband Carl (Rogers) and second husband, Joe Pena. She was a mother, Sister and...
David W. Moore
Feb 25, 2024
David W. Moore, 61, of Dekalb, IL passed away on February 25, 2024. David was born on October 1, 1962 in Evergreen Park, IL to Cody and Irene (Lass) Moore.
David was raised in Somonauk, IL and attended Somonauk High School. He worked at Kohls in Dekalb. He was a roadie for Iron Maiden.
David is survived by his siblings,Diana (Dan) Lubic...
Arlene J. (Foster) Wade
Feb 24, 2024
Arlene Joyce (Foster) Wade, 91, of Sandwich, Ill., died on Feb. 24, 2024, at Pleasant View nursing home in Ottawa where she endured a short but courageous battle with cancer.
Arlene was born Aug. 7, 1932, in Sandwich, the youngest of four daughters and one son of Buford and Mattie (Oddson) Foster. She grew up in Millington and Sandwich. She completed...
Marjorie Ann Cypert
Feb 24, 2024
Marjorie A. Cypert, 84, of Sandwich, IL passed away on February 24, 2024. Marjorie was born on May 5, 1939 in Cary, IL to Emil and Olive (Kearns) Dianis. Marjorie was a Certified Nurse's Aide for 24 years and retired from Roosevelt Square "Sandwich Rehab & Nursing Home".
Marjorie is survived by her husband, Richard Cypert; 1 daughter, Linda of Sandwich,...
Connie S. Pfeiffer
Feb 21, 2024
Connie S. Pfeiffer, 68, of Sandwich, IL passed away on February 21, 2024. Connie was born on November 7, 1955 in Aurora, IL to William and Helen (Balogh) Jeffers.
Connie is survived by her partner, Tom Michael; 4 children, Shelly (Elmer) Harris, Nichole (Drew) Goy, Garrett (Adrianna) Pfeiffer and Courtney (Mike Maurer) Michael; 7 grandchildren, Sierra, Alyssa, Mason, Adrian, Hailey, Michelle...
Patrick B. Farley
Feb 20, 2024
Patrick B. Farley, 76, of Sheridan, IL passed away on February 20, 2024. Patrick was born on November 26, 1947 in Gadsden, AL to Harold and Winnell (Lowe) Farley.
Patrick served in the United States Navy for 18 years during Vietnam and went on to serve for 10 more years in the Army National Guard. He was a member of the...
Phyllis (Kyle) Hoesli
Feb 16, 2024
Phyllis Kyle Hoesli, 79, passed away from Alzheimer’s disease on February 16, 2024.
She was born June 18, 1944 in Fordsville, KY to the late William and Aloha (Averett) Kyle and was the oldest of 9 nine children. Phyllis was devoted to her faith and loved her children and grandchildren. Over the years she enjoyed crafts, getting together with family during...
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