Obituaries

Jan 26, 2023

Marvin Arthur Kunde of Oregon, IL passed away peacefully with his family by his side in Rockford, IL on January 26, 2023. He was born in Dixon, IL on June 24, 1939 to Arthur Walter Ferdinand Kunde and Leota Helen (Howe) Kunde. Marvin graduated from Dixon Highschool in 1957.

Marvin served in the US Air Force for...

Jan 21, 2023

David Allan McCarty, age 76, passed away January 21, 2023. David was born September 10, 1946, the son of Raymond and Mabel McCarty. He is the brother of Deanna Vernagus and James McCarty. He was a hard-working and giving man. He is survived by 10 children, 20 grandchildren, and 8 great-grandchildren. He is preceded by 2 children and 1...

Jan 20, 2023

Mt. Morris, IL, Linda (Schumacher) Himes, age 79, passed away on Friday January 20, 2023.  Linda was born on December 2, 1943, the daughter of Paul & Kathleen (Olson) Schumacher Lindquist. She attended Stillman Valley High School.

Linda enjoyed spending time with grandchildren, traveling, and holiday gatherings.

Linda is survived by her children: Jim Himes,...

Jan 16, 2023

Oregon, IL, Raymond LeRoy Larson, age 76, passed away suddenly on Monday January 16, 2023.  Ray was born on October 23, 1946 in Upland, CA; the son of Goodwin & Ruth (Liedenburg) Larson.  He graduated from Fosston High School in Fosston, MN; he then attended Bemidji State University, Bemidji, MN.

Ray married Jan Zwer on February 27,...

Jan 9, 2023

On Monday January 9th, 2023, Shirley C. Thompson passed away to the sweet songs of Elvis, at the age of 83. Born on November 10th, 1940 in Poughkeepsie, NY to Carrie E. Germond & Maximilian Stopenbeck. She was raised in the Dutchess Co. NewYork area, attending all the St. Mary's Schools in Fishkill, NY. She later received her Associates...

Jan 3, 2023

Carol Smith, 79, formerly of Belvidere, passed away on January 3, 2023. Carol retired from AG Communications in Genoa, Illinois. She was one who was always on the go. She loved to visit friends and family. She always looked forward to her breakfast meetings at Mc Donalds with her “crew”. Carol was a kind hearted woman who did what...

Dec 23, 2022

Leaf River, IL, Leonard “Tobe” Hagemann, age 90, passed away on December 23, 2022 in Serenity Hospice & Home in Oregon, IL with his family by his side.  Tobe was born on March 16, 1932 in Leaf River, IL on family farm; son of August & Dorothy (Green) Hagemann.   He married Donna Stanley on April 5, 1953 and they...

Dec 18, 2022

Linda “Carr” Greenhow 1954-2022

Linda Doreen “Carr” Greenhow, 68, of Byron, IL, passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 18, 2022, at Swedish American Hospital in Rockford, IL, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on September 26, 1954, in Rochelle, IL, the daughter of Richard & Patricia (Jones) Carr. She was raised in Oregon, IL, and...

Dec 13, 2022

Oregon, IL. June Carol McCoy, age 79 passed away on December 13, 2022.

June was born on June 29, 1943 in Plainfield, IL. The daughter of Ada and James A. Williams.

She married James McCoy on July 6, 1961 in St. Charles, IL.

She and Jim moved to Oregon, IL in the early...

Dec 12, 2022

Robert “Bob” Parks, 64, of Mt Morris passed unexpectedly on December 12, 2022.  He was born April 13, 1958, the son of Raymond and Brenda Parks. He lived in Rockford for many years, graduating from West High School in 1976.  He was active with the Track and Field team and competed in Cross Country events.  His name is on...

Dec 5, 2022

William Emile Kereven William “Bill” Kereven passed away unexpectedly on December 5, 2022. Born into a large loving family on October 18, 1949 he was the youngest of many children of James and Hazel (Baile) Kereven. Bill was raised by his family, friends, and the Oregon and the Mt. Morris communities, graduating from Oregon High School in 1969. Upon...

Nov 27, 2022

Elizabeth W. James will be remembered as a loving and empowering woman.

She performed many courageous acts throughout her life, such as marching for women's rights while she was going to college for her English Masters Degree. She devoted 21 years to her country serving as a Navy Chief with her beloved husband Bruce of whom were...

Nov 19, 2022

Mt. Morris, IL, George “Greely” Myers, age 83, passed away on Saturday, November 19, 2022 in Swedish American Hospital surrounded by his family.  Greely was born on May 25, 1939 in Freeport, IL; the son of Frank C. & Blanche O. (Wacaster) Myers. He lived in Leaf River until age 9 and then moved to Mt. Morris.  He graduated...

Nov 19, 2022

Margaret Ann Sweeney Born: January 22, 1941 Died: November 19, 2022 MT. MORRIS, IL - Margaret Ann (Mueller) Sweeney, age 81, of Mt. Morris, IL, peacefully passed away at Serenity Hospice and Home in Oregon on November 19, 2022, after a brief illness. Margaret was born on January 22, 1941, at home in Paynes Point, IL, the youngest daughter...

Nov 14, 2022

Oregon, IL, Wayne E. Bearman, age 94, passed away on Monday November 14, 2022 in Serenity Hospice & Home, Oregon, IL.  Wayne was born on August 16, 1928 in Pine Creek Township, IL; the son of John W. & Ella A. (Rohns) Bearman.  He graduated from Mt. Morris High School.  Wayne served in the United States Army serving during...

Nov 9, 2022

Polo, IL, Gregory C. Chambers, age 73, passed away on November 9, 2022 in CGH Hospital, Sterling, IL.  Greg was born on June 12, 1949 in Rockford, IL; the son of Clarence & Ruby (Thedorff) Chambers.  He graduated from Mt. Morris High School class of 1967.  After high school Greg served his country in the United States Air Force....

Nov 5, 2022

Mt. Morris, IL, Marvin Eugene Miller, age 89, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Saturday November 5, 2022.  He was born on July 22, 1933 in Freeport, IL; the son of Oliver Kenneth & Myrtle June (Folk) Miller. Marv was a Mt. Morris High School graduate class of 1951; and he was a lifetime Mt. Morris resident. ...

Nov 3, 2022

Mt. Morris, IL, Rose Mary Sheely Avey, age 69, passed away on Thursday November 3, 2022 in Rock River Hospice & Home, Sterling, IL; with her family by her side.  Rose was born on December 4, 1952 in Oregon, IL; the daughter of Orville & Marie (Jones) Sheely.  Rose graduated from Mt. Morris High School, Once a Mounder Always...

Oct 10, 2022

Mt. Morris, IL, Marilyn Jean Muller, age 94, passed away in Pinecrest Manor Nursing home, Mt. Morris, IL; on Monday October 10, 2022. Marilyn was born on March 30, 1928 in Rockford, IA; the daughter of Arthur John & Gladys Marie (Call) Davidson.  Marilyn married Kenneth Muller in 1949; and he preceded her in death.  She was a graduate...

Oct 6, 2022

Mt. Morris, IL, Florence R. (Ruth) Myers, age 97, passed from this life quietly on October 6, 2022.  Ruth was born on June 29, 1925 in Washington; the daughter of Frank & Florence (Ingram) Mitchell.  She graduated from Mt. Morris High School; after high school she became an air traffic controller during WWII.  While she was in air traffic...