Patricia Ann Cuplin
Dec 11, 2024
Patricia Ann Cuplin, 80, of Freeport, passed away, Wednesday December 11, 2024, in her home. Patricia was born May 20, 1944, in Freeport, the daughter of Harry and Theora (Reuber) DeGroff. She was a graduate of Dakota High School. Patricia married Gary Cuplin on January 16, 1965, in Freeport. Mr. Cuplin passed away on November 19, 2020. She enjoyed following...
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 Freeport,...
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...
Ronald William Zumdahl
Jan 30, 2025
Ronald William Zumdahl, 90, of Forreston, Illinois, passed away peacefully on January 30, 2025. Born on August 5, 1934, to Benjamin and Hazel (Gasmund) Zumdahl, on the family farm where he grew up and raised his family.
On November 28, 1957, Ronald married Cynthia (Phillips) Zumdahl, beginning a marriage that would span over 67 years. Together, they raised three children, Michele...
Debra Garrow Purdue
Jan 30, 2025
Debra Garrow Purdue, beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on January 30, 2025, at the age of 71. Her family is confident that she has found the sunniest spot in heaven, reconnected with loved ones and has asked about how she can help keep the place full of flowers.
Deb was born and grew...
Marge Criddle
Jan 30, 2025
It is with deep love and gratitude that we announce our beloved parents, Jack Criddle, age 101, who passed on June 13th, 2021 & Marge Criddle who joined their eternal rest on January 30th, 2025 at age 104. Together, they lived remarkable lives and shared a bond that exemplified devotion, love and resilience. Though 3 years apart in their passing,...
Ruth Ann Mulnix
Jan 29, 2025
Ruth Ann Pales Mulnix, of Freeport, passed away, Wednesday, January 29, 2025, in Freeport, IL. at age 77. Ruth was born Sept 3rd, 1947, in Chickasha, OK, Grady Co., the daughter of James Leonard and Patricia Corinne (Jones) Pales. Ruth Ann married Russell James Mulnix on September 18, 1973, in Salt Lake City, Utah. She worked as a self-employed computer...
Jane Lethlean
Jan 29, 2025
Jane Lethlean Obituary
My name is Jane Lethlean. I was born on Dec. 10, 1958, to a wonderful mother, Doris Meier Lethlean Quakenbush, and to a father, Robert Lyle Lethlean in Freeport. Later in life, my step-father Howard Quakenbush came into my life and stepped into the role of father. My older brothers Curt, Steve, and Bob Lethlean welcomed me home...
Josefina Acupan Frial
Jan 28, 2025
Josefina Acupan Frial, 80, of Freeport, IL passed away January 28, 2025 at Monroe Hospital, Monroe, WI. She was born August 17, 1944 in Leyte, Philippines, the daughter of Cesario and Loreto (Simon) Acupan. She migrated here in the U.S. with her late husband November 17, 1989. Prior to immigrating to the U.S. Josefina worked at Scott Paper Mill in...
Joyce Ann (Featherston) Nelson
Jan 27, 2025
Joyce Ann (Featherston) Nelson, 77, of Freeport, passed away, Monday, January 27, 2025, at St. Joseph Provena Living Center. Joyce was born December 12, 1947, in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, the daughter of Charles and Joyce (Gibbons) Featherston. Joyce married Richard Nelson in Rockford, in 1968.
Joyce tutored at Empire Elementary School, even after her great nieces and nephews graduated. She also...
L. Robert "Bob" Lapp
Jan 26, 2025
L. Robert "Bob" Lapp, age 91, passed away Sunday January 26, 2025 at Parkview Home in Freeport, Il. Robert was born in Lancaster Township on June 10, 1933 to Rolla and Geneva (Bokemeier) Lapp. He graduated from Dakota High School in 1951 and then began farming.
Robert married Joyce Klaas on October 28, 1956 at Salem Church in Eleroy, IL. They...
Tommy Lee Winston
Jan 24, 2025
Tommy Lee Winston departed from this earthly life on January 24, 2025. He was born May 28, 1950 to the Union of Julius & Lizzie Winston, of Jonestown Ms. Tommy was a beloved father, brother, uncle, cousin and friend. Most people knew Tommy aka Duck a Luck.
He was truly loved and will be greatly missed. He was a Great Mechanic...
Boston Newton Jr.
Jan 23, 2025
The Life of Boston Newton Jr.
Boston Newton Jr. went to his eternal home on Thursday, January 23, 2025, surrounded by love. He was born on September 14,1935, in Webb, Mississippi, to Boston Newton Sr. and Eola Jackson.
From the young age of 8 years old, Boston’s life was defined by hard work and dedication. His formal education was interrupted early as...
Justin Bradley Rich
Jan 23, 2025
JUSTIN BRADLEY RICH
August 30, 1977 – January 23, 2025
It is with great sadness that the family of Justin Rich announces his passing on January 23, 2025. He was born in Freeport, Illinois on August 30, 1977. He was a 1995 graduate of Forreston High School and received his Journeyman’s Certificate for Carpentry in 2002. He was currently employed by...
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