All Obituaries

 Mt. Morris, IL, Irene I. LeFevre, age 94, passed away on Thursday May 25, 2023 in Pinecrest Manor Nursing Home, Mt. Morris, IL.  Irene was born March 21, 1929 in Freeport, IL; the daughter of Charles & Elsie (Kelly) Floto. She graduated from Mt. Morris High School.  Irene married Walter LeFevre on September 11, 1949 in Mt. Morris, IL. Irene enjoyed golfing, playing tennis, working in the yard, traveling with Walt, and spending winters in Florida. Irene is survived by her...

Donna K. Wright, age 89, of Mt. Morris, IL passed away on May 11, 2023 in Pinecrest Manor Nursing Home, Mt. Morris, IL.  Donna was born March 21, 1934 in Highland, WI to Bill and Florence (Wendelin) Knight.  Donna married Bob Wright on June 27, 1953 in Ohio, IL.  She’s a life-long member of the VFW and was a member of the B-Club in Mt. Morris for 60 years.  Donna enjoyed spending time with friends and was a member of the 2nd Wind Theatre group, showcasing her...

Charles "Skip" Gooch passed away on 5/4/23 after a brief illness, surrounded by his loving family. He is survived by his wife, Jan Gooch, sister Susan Edgar, his children Renee Gooch, Chad Gooch (Melissa), Jennifer Gooch, stepchildren Brian Symons, Lori Haenitsch (Josh), grandchildren Gabe and Elena Gooch, step-grandchildren Eric (Cara) and Rachel Symons, Austin Haenitsch, step-great-granddaughter Adeline Symons, and niece Erin Schauer. He is preceded in death by his mother,...

On Sunday April 30, Gloria (Stouffer) Hartle, loving wife, mother, grandmother & great grandmother suddenly but peacefully passed away. Gloria was born Nov 6 1938 in Polo, IL to Esther & Harold Stouffer. She married Herman Hartle on May 19, 1956 and raised 3 loving daughters. Gloria was preceded in death by her father Harold, mother Esther, sister ShirleyAnn and brother Wayne. She is survived by her husband Herman; Daughters: Cindy Plac (Reggie), granddaughters Amanda Reed ...

   Byron, IL, Linda L. Johnson, age 77, passed away on Saturday April 22, 2023 in Generations at Neighbors, Byron, IL.  Linda was born on February 20, 1946 in Freeport, IL; the daughter of Charles F.W. & Violet A. (Heinze) Brick.  Linda married Steve Armbruster and then she married Robert W. Johnson on June 29, 1996 in Mactown Golf Course, and he preceded her in death.    Linda was a hair dresser and she was a teacher’s aide in Drafting with AutoCad...

Dwayne Marshall Zipse was born on March 14, 1939, and joined his Father in Heaven early Friday morning, March 31, 2023. Dwayne was married to Mary Jane (Floto) on Nov.17, 1957 and formed a strong farming partnership steeped in a love for land and family. Together they built a dairy farm that provided the best place to raise a family. He grew up active in the 4-H and FFA, loved playing his trombone and singing. When they left the dairy, Dwayne filled is mornings, afternoons and many...

  Marjorie Ann “Marge” Powers passed away on Sunday March 26, 2023 at Allure of Pinecrest.  She was born November 27, 1927 in Frenchburg, Kentucky to Samuel Morehead and Laura Jean Work Phelps, where her parents were serving at a Presbyterian mission school.  That core mission of Christian service in the world, continued throughout her 95 years.  She grew up on the family farm in Warren County, Illinois, east of Monmouth, and was a member of...

  Oregon, IL, Dorothy Janssen, age 95, passed away peacefully on Sunday March 12, 2023 in Dixon Healthcare Center.  Dorothy was formerly of Oregon for 93 years.  She was born on June 8, 1927 in Startford, IL, the daughter of Henery & Ida (Withers) Rosenbalm.  Dorothy graduated from Oregon High School class of 1945.  Dorothy married Walter Janssen in Oregon, IL and he preceded her in death on January 23, 2010.   Dorothy is survived by her children: Gary...

  Polo, IL, LeRoy E Toms, age 98, passed away peacefully on Wednesday March 8, 2023 in Serenity Hospice & Home, Oregon, IL.  LeRoy was born on June 19, 1924 in Pine Creek Township, IL; the son of Cyrus & Frances (Portner) Toms.  He graduated from Polo High School.   LeRoy has joined his first love Helen (Trouth) Toms and numerous family members & friends from across the country. LeRoy’s curiosity & learning was endless. He loved to travel and was...

  Oregon, IL, Stephen D. Mackay, age 85, passed away in Pinecrest Manor Nursing Home, Mt. Morris, IL on Friday March 3, 2023.  Stephen was born on February 2, 1938 in Freeport, IL, the son of George & Elizabeth (Robinson) Mackay.  He graduated from Oregon High School, Oregon, IL.   Stephen married Susan L. Metz on April 30, 1960 in Oregon, IL.    Stephen was a tool & Die maker for Woods Equipment Company, Oregon, IL, retiring on April 4,...