Obituaries
Obituaries in Mt. Morris and Surrounding Areas in Illinois
Linda M Hutchison
Jul 15, 2026
Linda Marie Hutchison (LaPage), a woman defined by her profound kindness, boundless compassion, and immense generosity, passed away on July 15, 2026, at the age of 75. Born on December 10, 1950, Linda spent her life quietly lifting up those around her and pouring her heart into her family. Just two days prior to her passing, she and her devoted...
David Michael Warkins
Jul 12, 2026
David Michael Warkins, 84, passed away Sunday, July 12, 2026, at Serenity Home, surrounded by his loving family, following a brief illness. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, and man of steadfast faith, Dave lived a life defined by music, craftsmanship, service, and an unwavering love for his family. To know him was to know kindness, humility, and a quiet strength...
Carolyn J Rice
Jul 12, 2026
Carolyn Joan Rice passed away peacefully on July 12, 2026, at the age of 86, surrounded by the love of her family.
Carolyn was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 48 years, Michael Rice, who passed away in 2009; her parents, Harold Richter and Jessie Mae Richter (née Duncan); her brother, J. C. Conyers and sister-in-law, Bobbie Jean Conyers;...
William "Bill" C Fischer
Jun 25, 2026
Forreston, IL, William C Fischer, age 76, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loved ones. Biil was born in Germany on February 11, 1950, his parents were William & Dorothy (Triebes) Fischer. Bill married Diane Snodgrass on October 13, 1973 in Villa Park, IL.
Bill is survived by his wife: Diane of 52 years; 3 children: Jennifer (Jeff), James...
George Robert Tabor Sr.
Jun 21, 2026
Oregon, IL, George Robert Tabor Sr., 81, passed away on June 21, 2026 in OSF St. Katherine Hospital, Dixon, IL. George was born on May 24, 1945 in Elkhorn, WV; the son of Woodrow Lewis & Dorcas Ann (Burchette) Tabor. He joined the United States Army in 1965, and he served in Vietnam from 1966 to 1967 and retired as...
Jeri L Lehrke
Jun 12, 2026
Mt. Morris, IL, Jeri Lehrke, 81, passed away on June 12, 2026 in Serenity Hospice & Home after a short illness. Jeri was born on November 22, 1944 in Dixon, IL; the daughter of Harold & Lucille (Yocum) Zoeller. She graduated from Mt. Morris High School class of 1962.
Jeri married Gerald Lehrke on January 11, 1964 in the Oregon Methodist...
Mabel E Clark
Jun 11, 2026
Mabel E. Clark passed away June 11, 2026 at the age of 99 in Rochelle, Illinois. She was born in Tama, Iowa on April 7, 1927 to William W. Abbott and Elizabeth Spencer. Mabel was predeceased by her husband of 73 years, Calvin Clark ( 2017 ). Cal and Mabel were married on June 10, 1944. Mabel was also predeceased...
Lois M Dietrich
Jun 1, 2026
Lois Margaret (Richardson) Dietrich
Lois Margaret (Richardson) Dietrich, age 93, passed away peacefully on June 1, 2026, surrounded by her loving family, leaving behind a legacy of love, hard work, and devotion to those she cherished most.
Lois was born on January 5, 1933, to Lloyd and Helen (Folkers) Richardson in a farmhouse near Grand Detour Township, Illinois. As a child, her...
Cynthia A. Folgate
May 25, 2026
Cynthia Arletta Folgate, 76, of DeKalb, Illinois, entered into rest, May 25, 2026. Born on January 27, 1950 in Chicago she was the daughter of Cassie Edna (Sisemore) Folgate and William C. Folgate of Mt. Morris, Illinois. The family moved to DeKalb when Cynthia was 10 years old.
While working full-time, she attained Bachelor and Master of Art degrees in Theatre...
Gary Wayne Hollinger
May 8, 2026
Gary Wayne Hollinger
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Parents: Edward “Wayne” Hollinger and Margaret Allen Hollinger Kested (Everett Kested).
Married: Elizabeth Pontnack nee Holland April, 1985
Siblings: Janet (Gary) Messer, Nancy (Gary) Junker
Children: Matt (Kristin) Hollinger and Katie (Jason) Page.
Grandchildren: Nathan and Megan Hollinger. Sam, Jadien, Kaelin, and Grayson Pattermann. Papa to Whitley Pontnack.
Great grandchildren: Cayden,Kayleighna, and Mayseigh Pontnack
Born and raised in Mount Morris, Illinois and...
Beverly Kay Long
May 6, 2026
Mt. Morris, IL, Beverly Kay Long, age 68, passed away peacefully on May 6, 2026 in Serenity Hospice & Home, Oregon, IL. Bev was born on January 6, 1958 in Oregon, IL; the daughter of Hubert Eugene & Betty Lou (Miller) Long.
Bev graduated from Mt. Morris High School class of 1977, and she attended Christian Bible College. She worked in...
Dustin Myers
May 4, 2026
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DUSTIN MYERS
Dustin Myers, 52, of Mt. Morris, passed away peacefully at home on May 4, 2026, surrounded by his loved ones.
Born on June 25, 1973, Dusty spent most of his life in Mt. Morris and will be remembered for his strong fighter spirit, his love of eagles, his eye for art, and his enjoyment of the outdoors, especially time...
Mary Jane Zipse
May 1, 2026
Mary Jane (Floto) Zipse passed away peacefully on May 1, 2026, surrounded by loved ones. A devoted sister, wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, Mary Jane lived a life rooted in family, faith, hard work and the land she loved.
Farming was in Mary Jane’s blood, and being a farm wife wasn’t just a role – it was who she was. Known...
Cheyenne Marie Gartman
Apr 24, 2026
Cheyenne Marie Gartman, 25, of Leaf River, IL died in a car accident on April 24, 2026. Cheyenne was a beautiful soul with a kind heart and untamable spirit; to know her was to love her. She was a little sister that never listened to her brothers, the big sissy that took the best care of her little sisters; and...
Earl R Counsil
Apr 22, 2026
Mt. Morris, IL, Earl R Counsil, age 81, passed away after a battle with cancer on Wednesday April 22, 2026 in Serenity Hospice & Home, Oregon, IL. He was born on October 3, 1944 the son of James C & Edna M Counsil. Earl married Carole Gummel on October 27, 1962 in Nahunta, GA; and she preceded him death on...
Eva A Bennett
Apr 19, 2026
Eva Antoinette Bennett, 42, of Mount Morris, IL, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, April 19th.
She was born on Dec. 23, 1983, in Chicago, to Toni Marie (Aparo) and Ivan Krezol. Eva spent several years living in Alaska and Texas, until she relocated back to Illinois in recent years to help care for her father.
A talented singer, violinist, and artist, and...
Robert L Burke
Apr 17, 2026
Robert (Bud) L. Burke was born on August 11, 1948, in Oregon IL to Archie J Burke and Ada I (Stout) Burke who preceded him in heaven. Bud passed away on Friday April 17, 2026. He spent his early years enjoying life on an island in the Rock River. He graduated from Oregon High School in 1966 and then enlisted...
Harvey Clarence Bolen
Apr 16, 2026
Harvey C. Bolen, 77, passed away peacefully on April 16, 2026 at Serenity Hospice and Home. He was born March 6, 1949 to Clarence and Pearl Bolen. Harvey was married to Sheila (Nighswonger) on July 1, 1983 in Forreston. Harvey graduated from Leaf River High School then served in the Army and Army Reserves. He also attended barber college and...
Herbert H Hill
Apr 8, 2026
Herbert H. Hill (Herb), age 92, went to live with his Heavenly Father on April 8, 2026 at Allure of Pinecrest in Mt. Morris, IL.
Herb was born on October 14, 1933 in Chicago IL. the son of Herbert H. Hill, Sr and Jewell Hill (Eaton). Herb graduated from Glenbard High School in 1952 and served in the US Army from...
Alexander Dominick Allen
Mar 31, 2026
Freeport, IL, Alexander Dominick Allen, age 12, passed away suddenly in his home on Tuesday March 31, 2026. Alex was born on August 31, 2013 in Rockford, IL, the son of Ashley Beneventi.
Alex loved playing video games, wrestling with his siblings and best friend Jeron, aspiring cook, loved his mom and his sibling beyond words.
Alex is survived by his mother:...
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