Obituaries
Obituaries in Mt. Morris and Surrounding Areas in Illinois
Cindy K Pederson
Sep 14, 2026
Cindy Kay Pederson, 76, of Oregon, Illinois, passed away peacefully on the morning of September 14th, surrounded by loved ones.
Cindy was born to Everett and Sylvia Early. On July 29, 1950, she married the love of her life, Dennis Pederson June 13th, 1969, with whom she shared 57 years of marriage, memories, laughter, and a beautiful family. Cindy was a...
Kevin James Todd
Sep 12, 2026
Kevin James Todd
March 2, 1957 – September 12, 2026
Kevin James Todd, age 69, passed away in his home, in Oregon, IL on September 12, 2026. He was born March 2, 1957, in Dixon, IL, the son of James & Carolyn (Reimer) Todd.
Kevin worked for Etnyre in Oregon before working for the Byron Nuclear Plant as an iron worker. He then...
Rebecca S Hollewell
Sep 9, 2026
Rebecca (Becky) Hollewell, age 60, passed away peacefully in her home with her family by her side Wednesday, September 9, 2026. Becky was born September 20, 1965 in Morrison, IL. The beloved eldest daughter of Allen and Charlotte Rahn.
On July 18, 1998, Becky married Lee Hollewell. Together they enjoyed 28 years of marriage; raising their boys, operating a trucking business,...
Kenny A Maxwell
Sep 6, 2026
Kenny Allen Maxwell, age 76, passed away at his home in Oregon, il on September 8, 2026. Born January 9, 1950 in Morrilton, AR to Bernice and James Maxwell. He experienced a rich and full life. He graduated from leaf river high school in 1968 and joined the Army. Upon his return home, he went on the become one the...
Janet Anne Stengel Meadows
Aug 30, 2026
Janet Anne Stengel Meadows December 21, 1944 -August 30, 2026
Janet Anne Stengel Meadows was born December 21, 1944 in Freeport, Illinois. She was the daughter of Edward L. and Lucille V. (Schelling) Stengel. The youngest of 4 children, she grew up on the family farm near Mt. Morris, Illinois, experiencing all that farm life entails, with animals, chores, 4H, and...
Lester A Taylor
Aug 27, 2026
It is with profound sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Lester Allen Taylor, who departed on August 27, 2026, at the age of 69. Born on March 6, 1957, in Dixon, Illinois, Lester was the cherished son of Emma Lois Bower Taylor and Arvil Taylor.
Lester cultivated a life rich in quiet dignity, marked by a steady resolve and...
Connie M Mummert
Aug 19, 2026
Connie M. Mummert (Gilbert), 72, of Polo, Illinois, passed away surrounded by her beloved family on August 19, 2026, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born on August 24, 1953, in Oregon, Illinois, Connie was the daughter of Laverne and Dorothy (Roderick) Gilbert. She attended Oregon schools and was a member of East Oregon Chapel Church of God throughout her...
Marion W Morrison
Aug 17, 2026
Oregon, IL, Marion W. Morrison, age 89, passed away on Monday August 17, 2026 in Shepherd Premier Senior Living, Oregon, IL with her loving daughters beside her. She was on Born December 8, 1936; the daughter of Walter & Marian (Callahan) Wirz. She attended Evergreen School and graduated from Rockford West High School class of 1954.
Marion worked as an administrative...
Harlan D Long
Aug 13, 2026
Polo, IL, Harlan D. Long, age 83, passed away on Thursday August 13, 2026 in Allure of Pinecrest, Mt. Morris, IL 61054. Harlan was born on August 22, 1942 in Oregon, IL, the son of Eber U & Martha L (Coffman) Long. Harlan graduated from Polo High School class of 1960.
Harlan enjoyed cooking, sewing, reading, mystery novels, he was the...
Patricia Lynn Painter
Aug 2, 2026
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of, Patti (Laundy) Painter, who passed away on August 2nd, 2026 at the age of 65.
Patti will be remembered for her sense of humor and always looking on the bright side of things. She spent most of her adult life working in nursing homes and taking care of the elderly....
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
B 12.26.41
D 05.08.26
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...
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