Obituary Listing

Jul 10, 2023

Agnes M. Baker, born in Freeport, IL on November 16, 1924, to Earl and Martha Baker, passed away on July 10, 2023, in Freeport, IL.

She was preceded in death by her parents, four sisters and two brothers. She is survived by two sisters.

Agnes worked at Burgess Battery Company for 45 years...

Jul 9, 2023

Freeport – Randall L. Kint, 67 of Freeport passed away at FHN Memorial Hospital on Sunday, July 9th.  He was born on February 28,1956, in Belvidere, IL to Glenn and Norma (Clark) Kint.  In 2003, he met and married the love of his life, Cheryl (Cherie), where they met at a singles dance. They were married for almost 20...

Jul 8, 2023

Bernice E. Zipse, age 99 of Freeport, IL, passed away on Saturday, July 8, 2023 at FHN Memorial Hospital in Freeport. There will be a committal service held on Monday, July 17, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. in the Chapel of Peace at Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens in Freeport with Pastor Gary Rich presiding. A memorial fund has...

Jul 6, 2023

Naperville – Darrel K. Hughes, 61, of Winfield, Illinois passed away at Accent Care Hospice in Naperville on Thursday, July 6, 2023.  He was born on October 25, 1961 to Norman Keith Hughes and Linda Hughes.  Darrel graduated from Freeport High School in Freeport, Illinois in 1979.  Upon completion of High School, he attended Wisconsin school of Electronics in...

Jul 6, 2023

William J. "Bill" Best, 75 of Freeport passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on July 6, 2023. He was born Oct. 3, 1947 in Freeport, IL to the late Ira and Bernadine ( Foehrkolb) Best. He married Constance Klock on Oct. 4, 1975. He was an army veteran who served in Vietnam and Korea.

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Jul 3, 2023

Darlyne "Dolly" G. Campbell, of Winslow, passed away at her home on Monday, July 3rd, 2023, at age 96. She was born on July 21st, 1926, to Clara (Anderson) & Raymond Severson of Browntown, WI. Dolly attended Browntown & Monroe public schools, graduating from Monroe High School in 1945. Dolly & her husband, C. Claire Campbell, were united in...

Jun 28, 2023

Jan Lea (Hille) Thruman

Our dear mother Jan Lea (Hille) Thruman born May 29th 1958, sadly passed away in her home June 28th 2023 at the age of 65. She was a wonderful mother, grandmother, and sister who was always the light in everyones lives. She was always there when we needed her. She also had many...

Jun 25, 2023

Kathleen E. (Katie) Walther, age 92, died Sunday June 25, 2023 at Manor Court in Liberty Village in Freeport, IL.  Born August 14, 1930 in Moline, Illinois she was the daughter of Howard D. and Alberta M. (Turner) Barkman.  She spent her formative years growing up on the family farm in Fenton, IL attending a one-room schoolhouse and learning...

Jun 23, 2023

Freeport – Betty J. Wing, 92 of Freeport passed away at FHN Memorial Hospital on June 23, 2023 following a brief illness.  She was born on January 6, 1931 to the late Francis and Lucille (Weegens) Herbig.  She married Robert D. Wing on December 1, 1952 and together they raised a family.  They were married for 69 years.

Jun 22, 2023

Freeport – Kevin J. Benters, 66 of Freeport passed away at UW Madison Hospital, Madison WI on June 22, 2023 with his family at his side.  He was born on July 2, 1956 to the late John and Ruth (Duncan) Benters.  He went to Le-Win High School. Kevin and LeeAnn Gundrey were married on August 8, 1987 and together...

Jun 20, 2023

Spring Marie Bellows, age 45, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 20, 2023, at Bethany Rehabilitation & Health Care Center in DeKalb, IL. Spring had a huge laugh and positive attitude. She was very willing to give advice, even if you didn't want it.  Spring loved her large family, which includes: Brothers, Richard (Cathy) Frint of Rockford, Terry (Ann)...

Jun 18, 2023

Richard "Dick" R. Hornung, age 91 of Cedarville, IL, passed away at home on Sunday, June 18, 2023. He was born May 23, 1932 in Lena, IL; the son of the late Raymond and Esther (Sawtelle) Hornung. Richard married Althea Oswalt on December 9, 1949.

He was a Supervisor for Bergstrom Manufacturing until retiring in...

Jun 17, 2023

Richard "Rick" A. Donaldson, age 63 of Dixon, IL, formerly of Ridott, IL, passed away on Saturday, June 17, 2023 at OSF St. Anthony Hospital in Rockford, IL. He was born September 6, 1959 in Rockford; the son of Richard and Rosa (Trampel) Donaldson. He was a 1978 graduate of Dakota High School.

Rick worked...

Jun 15, 2023

Kenneth Vonderohe, age 82 of Durand, IL, passed away at home on Thursday, June 15, 2023. He was born December 31, 1940 in Chicago, IL; the son of the late George and Helen (Fortin) Vonderohe. He graduated from Waller High School in Chicago. Kenneth married Bonnie Billings on January 26, 1963 in Chicago.

He was a Letter...

Jun 14, 2023

Ruth L. Fransen, age 93 of Pensacola, FL, formerly of Freeport, IL, passed away at home on Wednesday, June 14, 2023. She was born June 5, 1930 in Forreston, IL; the daughter of the late Ollie and Alice (Kness) Buisker. She was a graduate of Shannon High School in Shannon, IL. Ruth married Lawrence L. Fransen on...

Jun 12, 2023

Henry (Hank) Murl Schlachter passed away on June 12th, 2023 at FHN. Hank was born March 23rd, 1938, he was the son of Murl and Edna Schlachter. United in marriage to Annelle (Annie) Dittbenner on October 5th, 1958.

He had a love for John Deere tractors, bird watching, sitting around a campfire, and he loved his time...

Jun 8, 2023

Lori Frint Volkert passed away unexpectedly on Thursday June 8, 2023 in Pecatonica,IL at the age of 63.

Lori came from a large family. She was most proud of her two sons Gavin Volkert and Chaz Volkert of Freeport IL. Lori was dearly loved by all her siblings - Brothers, Richard(Cathy) Frint of Rockford, Terry (Ann) Frint...

Jun 5, 2023

Shirley Ann Goeke, 91, of Rock City, IL, passed away at Medina Nursing Center on Monday, June 5th, 2023 on their 69th wedding anniversary.  Born on October 22, 1931 in Rock Grove Township, Stephenson County, Illinois; to Robert and Mary Berneice (Arnsmeier) Stuckey.  She married Merle Goeke on June 5, 1954.  They farmed until 1995, and she...

May 28, 2023

Hannah Eileen Abigail LaGrassa

December 17, 2002 - May 28, 2023

Hannah attended Freeport High School. While in school she was an honor student and member of the NJ ROTC.

Hannah had a kind and compassionate heart, she loved people and animals. Hannah was involved in many church outreach and volunteer ministries including...

May 28, 2023

Haley K. Bartosik , age 16 of Freeport, IL, passed away on Sunday, May 28, 2023. She was born August 10, 2006 in Freeport; the daughter of Jeff Bartosik and Carol (Cary) Pool.

Haley was a student at Freeport High School where she was an active member of the Freeport Pretzel Navy JROTC. She was...