Donna Mae Plock
Mar 18, 2025
Donna Mae Plock died peacefully on March 18, 2025 in Freeport, Illinois at the age of 89.
Donna was born on June 17, 1935 in German Valley, Illinois to Thomas H. and Anna M. (Fuls) Willemssen. She graduated from Pleasant Prairie Academy in 1953. Donna married Robert Plock on January 28, 1956. She was employed as a receptionist for Dr. Griffith,...
Linda Kay Pinter
Mar 14, 2025
Linda Kay Pinter, 66, of Freeport, IL, passed away Friday March 14, 2025 at Allure of Pinecrest in Mt. Morris, IL. She was born August 27, 1958 in Rockford, IL, the daughter of John Jr. and Ilene (Buskhol) Mailand. Linda married Leonard Pinter on June 11, 1977 at the United Brethren Church in Rockford, IL. She was the past President...
Atif A. Odeh
Mar 14, 2025
Atif Amin Odeh, 59, of Lanark, IL, passed away peacefully on March 14, 2025. He was born on October 10, 1965, in Palestine, to Amin Odeh and the late Fatimah Odeh.
Atif was a visionary, a leader, and a legend. He built a highly successful business from the ground up, pouring his heart, intelligence, and relentless work ethic into making it...
Julie Ann Callos
Mar 11, 2025
Julie Ann Callos 64 of Freeport, Il went to be with the lord on March 11,2025 peacefully at home.
Julie was born April 23,1960 in Chicago Il to Adelbert and Alice Simandl. Julie enjoyed her job of 23 years as a supervisor of many departments at Walmart. She was a big supporter of The Children’s Miracle network through Walmart. She was...
Beth Barton
Mar 11, 2025
Beth Y. Barton, 69, of Freeport, IL, went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Tuesday, March 11, 2025. She was born April 16, 1955, in Twin Falls, Idaho to Alwin and Helen Reimnitz. She was married to her husband of 47 years, David Barton, in Bismarck, North Dakota on August 5, 1977.
Beth taught Language Arts at...
Wade Edward Blaser
Mar 10, 2025
WADE EDWARD BLASER
Wade E. Blaser, devoted husband and father, passed away peacefully on March 10th, 2025 at the age of 67. Wade was born on October 25th, 1957 to Bob and Charmaine Blaser. He graduated from Pearl City High School and became a lifelong auto mechanic, the best around. He shared 43 wonderful years with the love of his life,...
Homer F. Meiers Jr.
Mar 4, 2025
Homer F. Meiers Jr., a devoted family man, passed away on March 4, 2025, at the age of 90 in Freeport, Illinois. He was born on December 29, 1934, in Rockford, Illinois, and spent his life dedicated to his family.
A skilled tool and die maker, Homer was employed for an impressive 42 years at Micro Switch and Honeywell. His commitment...
James J. Peters
Mar 3, 2025
James J. Peters of Freeport, IL died March 3, 2025 at Winn Prairie in Freeport, IL. He was born in Fond du Lac, WI on February 3, 1942. He was the son of Wilbert and Helen (Miller) Peters. Jim’s early life was spent on his father’s livestock farm. He graduated from Goodrich High in 1959. He then attended Wartburg College,...
Vicki Lynn Heeren
Mar 3, 2025
Vicki Lynn Heeren was born February 26, 1945, in Freeport, Illinois, to Gordon (Tony) and Hazel (Earnest) Heisler. She passed away five days after her 80th birthday. Vicki graduated from Freeport High School and was a proud Pretzel. Over the years Vicki worked as an Activity Director for the Stephenson County Nursing Home. She also worked at Rothstein's, JK Salon...
Virginia Allen Sanders
Feb 26, 2025
Sis. Virginia Allen Sanders was born August 28, 1955, in Forrest City, Arkansas to the late James Ishmon, Sr. and the late Annie M. (Allen) Ishmon. Sis. Virginia Allen Sanders departed this earthly life on Wednesday, February 26, 2025, surrounded by her family. Virginia will be truly missed by her family and friends.
Virginia accepted the Lord, Jesus Christ at an...
Nancy (Porter) Smith
Feb 20, 2025
Nancy Porter Smith – Obituary
Nancy Porter Smith was the daughter of Robert & Lucille Porter born October 17, 1934 in Lima, Ohio. Graduated from Purdue University with a Bachelor of Science in Home Economics in 1956. Married to Bob Crawford for 43 years; predeceased by her parents, son Stephen Smith, step grandson Shaun Bradbury, and step daughter Cindy Bradbury. Survived...
Maureen Kornfeind
Feb 18, 2025
Maureen “Reenie” (McGinnis) Kornfeind, 62, of Freeport, went home to Our Lord on February 18, 2025, after a lengthy battle with cancer.
She was born on October 21, 1962 to Lawrence and Charlotte (Rademaker) McGinnis, the youngest of five children.
She attended Freeport Catholic Schools and graduated from Highland Community College. She worked for several years as a legal secretary and for...
John Frederick Hendren Jr.
Feb 16, 2025
We bid farewell to our husband and father John who departed from this world on Sunday February 16, 2025 at the age of 88. A pillar of strength and beacon of love, his absence leaves a void in our heart. Born on February 26, 1936, in Dixon, Illinois, John lived a life marked by hard work, love, and a deep...
Julie Kay (Bastian) Haddad
Feb 14, 2025
Julie Kay
Life isn't about waiting for the storm to pass... It's learning to Dance in the rain ~ Vivian Greene
The world lost a beautiful soul, Julie Kay (Bastian) Haddad, on Friday, February 14, 2025. Julie, 68, passed away peacefully in her home, surrounded by her loving family after fighting a courageous battle with a long term illness.
Julie was born in...
Milton Keith Fager
Feb 12, 2025
Milton Keith Fager
1947-2025
Milton Keith Fager, 77 of Forreston, Illinois, passed away surrounded by his loving family on February 12, 2025. Born on August 3, 1947, Milton was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and brother, who touched the lives of many with his kindness, strength and unwavering love for his family.
He is survived by his loving wife of 52 years,...
Eleanor Ruth Ferguson
Feb 10, 2025
In loving memory of Eleanor Ferguson
Today, we gather to honor and celebrate the beautiful life of Eleanor Ferguson, a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. Born on August 25th, 1927 Eleanor’s journey through life was marked by love devotion, and countless cherished memories.
Eleanor dedicated her life to her family, raising three wonderful children, Tom Jr., Sally Jo, and David. She...
Roger Ray Runkle
Feb 8, 2025
Roger Ray Runkle, 78, of German Valley, IL passed away Saturday February 8, 2025 at FHN Memorial Hospital. He was born November 17, 1946 in Freeport, IL to Raymond and Roselyn (Degner) Runkle. Roger married Linda McDowell on August 2, 1975 in Warren, IL. He served in the United States Army, serving two tours during the Vietnam War.
His hobbies included...
Kathleen Faye (Veach) Schleich
Feb 7, 2025
Kathleen Faye (Veach) Schleich, 73, of Freeport, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, February 7, 2025, at Mercy Hospital in Rockford.
Kathy was born on July 4, 1951, in Freeport at Freeport Memorial Hospital to John and Pauline (Thomasson) Veach. Kathy spent her younger years in the small town of Rock Grove later moving into Rockford where she attended and graduated from...
Richard "Dick" Mead
Feb 2, 2025
Richard K. Mead, 88, of Freeport, Illinois, passed away peacefully on February 2, 2025, at Liberty Village; he was a cherished son, brother and uncle. He was born on October 18, 1936, the only son of Ray (Pat) Mead and Florence (Lower) Mead in Freeport, IL.
Richard is survived by his loving sister, Joanne (Skeeter) Knodle, nephew, Gregg (Kathy) Knodle and...
Mary Alice Janssen
Feb 1, 2025
Mary Alice Janssen August 19, 1932 - February 1, 2025
Mary Alice Janssen, 92 of Freeport, beloved follower of Christ, went to be with our Lord and Savior on Saturday, February 1, 2025, at her home surrounded by her family.
She was born August 19, 1932 in rural Freeport, Illinois the daughter of Ulysses and Esther Siemens of Baileyville where she grew...
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