Obituary Listing

Mar 10, 2024

Lois M. McCulloch died March 10, 2024 at Ascension St. Joseph Center in Freeport. Born Feb 15, 1935, in Spring Valley, IL to Herman J and Mildred (Hamer) Wiese, she married Donald "Mac"  McCulloch of Freeport in Sept 1957.

She is survived by her daughters, Rose Anne Flores of Phoenix, AZ, and Dawn (David) Bronkema...

Mar 8, 2024

Jeffrey Alan Forsythe , age 75 of Rockford, IL, formerly of Freeport, IL, passed away at Forest City Rehab in Rockford on March 8, 2024. He was born October 7, 1948; the son of William and Pauline ( Ross ) Forsythe. Jeffrey was a 1966 graduate of Freeport High School. He served in the United States Navy...

Mar 7, 2024

Freeport – Naomi M. Krueger, 91 of Freeport passed away peacefully with her family at her side on March 7, 2024.  Born December 12, 1932 in Dakota, Illinois to the late Walter and Anna Mae (Shellenberger) Adams.  Naomi was the youngest of 5 children.  She attended Dakota and Orangeville HS graduating from Orangeville in 1950.  She worked at Burgess...

Mar 6, 2024

Rock City - Clara F. Gill, 88 of Rock City died peacefully at Medina Nursing Center of Durand on Wednesday, March 6, 2024.  She was born on June 29, 1935 in Freeport to the late Otto and Edith (Toelke) Grunder.  She married Robert Gill on November 29, 1958 and together they built a life and raised a family.

Feb 28, 2024

Freeport – Maureen (Sue) Giffrow, 87 of Freeport passed away on February 28, 2024 at Provena St. Joe's Ascension Living in Freeport.  She was born on January 13, 1937 to Charles and Mabel (Bartholomew) McDermott.  She married David Griffrow in Rockton, IL on September 27, 1985.

She enjoyed Jazz clubs and the Chicago Cubs.  Coming from a...

Feb 23, 2024

Delmar Elva Rothermel was born in Polo, IL on December 2nd, 1938.  He was one of seven children born to Lester and Celia Rothermel, of Polo.

Delmar graduated from Polo High School in 1956.  He enjoyed playing the cornet in the band, and frequently played Taps at military funerals in Polo.  He achieved his Bachelor of Science...

Feb 22, 2024

Ridott – Harold F. Neuberger, 100 of Ridott passed away peacefully in his home, built by his grandfather, Henry Neuberger before 1900, on February 22, 2024.  He was born January 28, 1924 to George and Flora (Lamb) Neuberger. He was the grandson of Henry Neuberger and W.T. Lamb who were Ridott Township pioneers.  He attended Ridott elementary school, Leaf...

Feb 20, 2024

On February 20, 2024, Margaret B. Hoefle (89) passed away suddenly, leaving her family deeply shocked. Margaret built deep bonds with and was uniquely beloved by so many different groups of people, old and young, throughout her life. Born on July 9, 1934, Margaret grew up in an old square two-story farmhouse just northwest of Leeton, Missouri with her...

Feb 17, 2024

Leslie "Les" W. Schrader, 73 of Freeport passed away on February 17, 2024 at Heritage Woods of Freeport.  He was born on January 13, 1951 to George and Margaret (Janssen) Schrader.  Les was the youngest of 9 children.

He retired as a truck driver from Behr Iron and Metal in Rockford IL, He also worked at W.T...

Feb 10, 2024

Ronald C. Binkley, 91, of Freeport passed away after a brief illness on 02/10/2024 at St. Joseph's Village in Freeport.  He was born September 18, 1932 in Freeport, the son of Clair and Ethel (Fawver) Binkley.

Ronnie graduated from Dakota High School in 1950.  He worked for Heine Plastics for many years and retired from Bankers Mutual...

Feb 7, 2024

Larry L. Pfile, 82 of Freeport, IL went to be with the Lord on February 7, 2024.  He was born on May 30, 1941 to Ezra and Wilda (Shank) Pfile.

Larry was a lifelong member of the Freeport Mennonite Church.  He graduated from Dakota High School in 1959 and farmed his whole life in the Dakota area. ...

Feb 6, 2024

Leland "Lee" Thomasson, age 92 passed away on February 6, 2024 at Manor Court nursing home following a brief illness.  Per his wishes, cremation rites were accorded and there will be no services held.

Feb 5, 2024

Eugene W. Goodsell, 85 of rural Freeport, died peacefully at home with family surrounding him on Monday, February 5, 2024.  He was born January 11, 1939 in Freeport to Wilbur and Ivah (Bastian) Goodsell.  He graduated from Freeport High School in 1958 where he was an FFA member.  He married Phyllis Trickel on September 1, 1963 at...

Feb 5, 2024

Dan "Scoob" Kempel, beloved son, brother, father, husband, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on February 5, 2024, at the age of 62 , surrounded by his loving family. Born on September 27, 1961 in Freeport, Dan was the son of Marvin and Vera (Diestelmeier) Kempel.

Dan was a devoted husband to his wife, Jane, and a...

Feb 2, 2024

Shirley M. Moore, 86, of Freeport, IL - loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend, passed away on Friday, February 2, 2024 at Winn Prairie in Freeport. Shirley was born on February 1, 1938 to Emerson and Hazel (Johann) Garman. She married Duane Giedd on December 24, 1955 and together they raised two children. Duane died August 10,...

Jan 31, 2024

Dale H. Paul (Bo) 79, born May 17, 1944 died peacefully January 31, 2024 in his sleep after a long battle of many illnesses. He will be missed by many family members and friends including Del and Dawn Tempel but most of all he will be dearly missed by his Granddaughter Autumn Love and his most beloved great grandchildren...

Jan 30, 2024

Freeport – Nancy Lee Lassiter, 75 of Freeport passed from this life on January 30, 2024 at FHN Memorial Hospital.  She was born on February 27, 1948 in Freeport, IL.  Nancy was the daughter of Eaton and Florence (Bertram) Yokers.  Nancy lived in Pecatonica until her high school years, residing in Freeport, IL and graduating from Freeport High School.  ...

Jan 25, 2024

Sally Ann Schmelzle, age 87, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family and dear friends on Thursday, January 25th, 2024. She was born on November 15, 1936 in Dubuque, Iowa. The daughter of the late Lester and Hazel (Jungwirth) Willis. She was a 1954 graduate of Freeport High School.  She married Richard (Dick) Schmelzle...

Jan 21, 2024

Benjamin Patrick Mahoney, 45, passed away on Sunday January 21, 2024, as a result of complications with liver disease.  Ben was a loving and devoted father to his daughter, Vega Oefelein, 24, and a beloved son and brother.  He was a treasured friend and loved by many. Ben was always willing to help anyone who needed a hand; though...

Jan 20, 2024

Robert Steinhauser, age 92, was lovingly taken home by our Lord on Saturday, January 20th. Robert was born August 29,1931 in Kansas City, Missouri to Edward and Opal Steinhauser. He proudly served in the United States Air Force. He farmed a dairy farm in Freeport for many years.  He worked for Chrysler in Belvidere and for FS Farm Services...