Obituaries

Jaedyn A Hill

Oct 15, 2024

It is with deepest sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved daughter Jaedyn Hill, who was tragically taken from us on October 15, 2024, at the tender age of 16. Born October 6, 2008, Jaedyn was a bright and caring individual whose life was filled with love, joy, and dreams of a promising future.

Jaedyn...

Thelma M Messer

Oct 7, 2024

Mt. Morris, IL, Thelma M. Messer, age 94, passed away on Monday October 7, 2024 in Generations at Neighbors, Byron, IL.  Thelma was born on February 7, 1930 in Columbia City, IN the daughter of Alvin & Francis (Boschet) Ray.  She is a Mt. Morris High School High School graduate.  Thelma married William D. “Bill” Messer on July 12,...

Joyce Marie Latzke

Sep 15, 2024

Joyce Marie Latzke, age 88, of Pana, Illinois, died Sunday, September 15, 2024, at the home of her daughter Jackie. She was born October 21, 1935, in Varna, Illinois, the daughter of Harry and Dorothy (Smith) Sylvester. On May 3, 1952, she married her forever love Richard J. Latzke, Sr., in Illinois.

She was a huge baseball...

Roger Alan Sheely

Sep 15, 2024

Roger Alan Sheely

Born on May 24, 1947 and he passed away on September 15, 2024

Roger was a family man; Proud US Marine; and a bass fishing enthusiast.

Services will be held at a later date.

Judith M Hunter

Sep 8, 2024

Rockford, IL, Judith “Judy” M. Hunter, age 78, passed away on September 8, 2024 in her home.  Judy was born on January 19, 1946 in Rockford, IL; the daughter of Kenneth & Rose (Asche) Schrader.  Judy worked at Kable News Company in Mt. Morris, IL, where she met many people whom became her friends.

Judy was an...

Charles E. "Chuck" Buser

Sep 7, 2024

Charles Emory Buser, Chuck to all, passed away on September 7, 2024 in the loving care of his wife, Deborah and daughters, Anne and Amy.  Chuck was born August 7, 1948 to Gail Jacob and Harriett Conrad Buser in Rockford, IL.

With his ball glove slipped over the handlebar, Chuck spent his youth riding his bicycle through...

Elizabeth Rae Wisnosky

Aug 30, 2024

Elizabeth Rae Wisnosky

November 30, 1978 - August 30, 2024

Elizabeth “Liz” Wisnosky, age 45, passed away Friday August 30 at the University of Iowa Hospital, Iowa City.

Liz was born November 30, 1978 in Champaign Illinois to Nancy Dickson and Lawrence Wisnosky both of Mount Morris, Illinois.

Liz graduated from...

Marguerite D Mattingley

Aug 30, 2024

Marguerite D. Mattingley 87, of Leaf River passed away on August 30, 2024, at Freeport Memorial Hospital. She was born November 28, 1936, in Livonia, MO and was the daughter of

Lorenzo Ben and Mamie (Rutledge) Branscomb.

Marguerite married Lee Mattingley on January 28, 1956. She worked in the lock department for

National...

Anna Mary Millhouse

Aug 28, 2024

Anna Mary Millhouse, 93, of Oregon, Illinois, passed away peacefully on August 28, 2024 at Serenity Hospice and Home, Oregon, Illinois. She was born on September 28,1930 to Orville and Clara Belle Allen in Milledgeville, Illinois. Anna Mary married Robert L. Millhouse on January 24, 1949. She was a mother of three. Blenda, Karen, and Allen, and a foster...

Sarah Louise Wible

Aug 26, 2024

Machesney Park, IL, Sarah Louise Wible, age 90, formerly of Mt. Morris, IL passed away in her home on Monday August 26, 2024.  Sarah was born on October 17, 1933 in Knoxville, TN the daughter of Raymond & Mary (Riley) Hartsell.  She married James Wible Sr. and he preceded her in death.  She graduated from Rockford School of Nursing...

Judith Irene Huntoon

Aug 24, 2024

Obituary for Judith Irene Huntoon

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Judy Huntoon,  a beautiful and caring woman, on August 24th, 2024 at the age of 85. She was a devoted mother, a loving sister, a cherished grandmother, and a beloved great-grandmother.

Born on February 12, 1939,  Judy lived...

William Paul Anderson

Aug 20, 2024

William Paul Anderson, 87, of Mt. Morris died peacefully on Tuesday, August 20, 2024, with family at his side. He was born July 11, 1937, in Hodgeman County, Kansas, to Orla Jay “Bill” and Lokadia (David) Anderson.

Paul grew up working on the family farm with his parents, brothers, and sister. He graduated from Inola High School...

Linda Kay Bechtold

Aug 18, 2024

Linda Kay Bechtold, 76, of Mt. Morris, Illinois, went to be with her Lord on Sunday, August 18, 2024. She was born on April 4, 1948, in Oregon, IL to Kenneth and Mildred (Pettinger) Messer. She married Clarence E. Bechtold at Mt. Morris EFC on September 17, 1967. She loved the Lord; her personal Savior, was an avid reader,...

Kurt Elliott Bevill

Aug 15, 2024

Kurt Elliott Bevill, age 45, passed away August 15, 2024 while on a trip to Romania. Kurt grew up in Mt Morris, Il.  He was born on June 9, 1979 in Rockford, Il to Janice Elliott-Borota (Michael) and Michael Bevill (Jenny Gann) who all survive.  He is also survived by one brother, Seth Bevill of Milwaukee, Wisconsin and special...

Herman Hartle

Aug 14, 2024

Mt. Morris, IL, Herman Hartle, age 89, passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by his family, on Wednesday August 14, 2024.  Herman was born on the family farm in Oregon, IL on June 1, 1935 the son of Earl & Mae (McKee) Hartle.  Herman married Gloria Stouffer on May 19, 1956 in Mt. Morris, IL, where they raised...

Cindy Susann Beitel

Aug 11, 2024

Byron, IL, Cindy Susann Beitel, age 71, passed away on Sunday August 11, 2024 in Generations at Neighbors, Byron, IL.  She was born on February 6, 1953 in Milwaukee, WI the daughter of Leo Jerome & Elizabeth Louise (Truax) Duerson. Cindy graduated from Oconomowoc High School, WI.

Cindy loved her family time with her sons and her...

Edna Boyer

Aug 9, 2024

Edna Boyer departed this earthly life to begin eternal life with Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior, on August 9, 2024. She passed over during a peaceful sleep in her bed with her kitty nestled beside her.

Edna was born in Dixon, Illinois on November 4th, 1947, to her parents Clifford and Lillie Gilman (Waggoner). Edna was...

Mary Lou Meier

Aug 3, 2024

Milledgeville, IL, Mary Lou Meier, age 58, passed away at home with her family by her side on August 3, 2024.  Mary Lou was born on October 12, 1965, in Rockford, IL, the daughter of Curtis and Lorraine (Allen) Krueger.  She graduated from Mt. Morris High School, class of 1983.  Mary Lou married Gary E. Meier on August 26,...

Teresa F Mcdowell

Jul 29, 2024

Teresa Francine McDowell (née Kaufman), known as Terry as a child, departed this life on July 29, 2024, at the age of 75 in Mt. Morris, Illinois, the same town where she first graced the world on August 27, 1948. Often a quiet person, Teresa’s life was a testament to her enduring love for her family, her passion for...

Bert Himes

Jul 24, 2024

Bert Himes, age 80, passed away peacefully on July 24, 2024 with his loving family by his side.  He lived a full life and touched the lives of many people along the way.

Bert spent his childhood in Oregon, IL caddying at Oregon Golf Course at a young age. In the winters, Bert set pins at the...