Obituaries

Kenneth J. Egger

Nov 6, 2024

Kenneth (Kenny) Joseph Egger, age 91, of Monmouth, Illinois, passed away at 1:27 PM at his residence on November 6, 2024. He was born May 22,1933 in Davenport, Iowa, the son of Charles Anthony and Irma Louise (Dunbar) Egger. Kenny attended school in Davenport, Iowa and Monmouth High School. On November 11, 1951, he enlisted in the Illinois National...

Julie L. Dawson

Nov 5, 2024

Julie Lynn Dawson, 63, of Galesburg, Illinois, died Tuesday, November 5, 2024 at 8:31 p.m. at OSF St. Mary Medical Center, Galesburg, with her family by her side.

Julie was born August 4, 1961 in Galesburg, the daughter of William Earl and Frances Ann (Motter) Dawson. Julie is survived by her mother, Ann Norgart of...

Judith A. Mcgaan

Nov 2, 2024

Judith Ann McGaan, 85, of Galesburg, Illinois, died at home, Saturday, November 2, 2024 at 8:14 a.m.

Judy was born September 13, 1939 in Galesburg, the daughter of Russell LeRoy and Adah Isabel (Simpson) Selman. Judy worked as a bookkeeper at Gateway Co-Op Galva for 31 years, retiring in 2003.

Judy...

Shirley J. Frakes

Oct 31, 2024

Shirley Jeanette Frakes, 93, of Galesburg, Illinois, died peacefully, Thursday, October 31, 2024 at Toulon Rehab and Health Care, Toulon, Illinois.

Shirley was born December 24, 1930 in Colchester, Illinois, the daughter of George Franklin and Ruth Elizabeth (Keithley) Rammage.

Shirley lived in Utah for many years when she and her...

James A. Turner

Oct 30, 2024

James Andrew “Butch” Turner, known fondly by friends and family as Jim, passed away on October 30, 2024, at the age of 79. Born on May 7, 1945, in Galesburg, Illinois, the son of Mildred McCoy. Mildred died when Jim was 18 months old. He was adopted by his aunt and uncle Doyne E. (Weigert) and Verne L. Turner. ...

Charlotte I. Wetterow

Oct 28, 2024

Charlotte Ilene Wetterow, 81, of Galesburg, IL, died peacefully, Monday, October 28, 2024 at Allure of Lake Storey in Galesburg.

Charlotte was born November 8, 1942 in Monmouth, Illinois, the daughter of Carl and Neona M. (McGrew) Cooper. Charlotte graduated from Knoxville High School and went on to work many jobs: She worked for several...

Katherine L. Knott

Oct 28, 2024

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Katherine L Knott; she took her last breath in the early morning hours of 10/28/24 & her beautiful soul went to be with our Lord. Katherine, AKA Kat, was born on 2/16/77 in Galesburg; she was 47 years, 8 months, one week & 2 days young.

Born to...

Deacon Jimmy L. Turner

Oct 26, 2024

A Time To Be Born-

Deacon Jimmy Louis Turner, 68, Galesburg, IL transitioned to his heavenly home at 10:36 a.m. on Saturday, October 26, 2024, at OSF St. Mary Medical Center in Galesburg, IL. He was born on September 24, 1956, in Moro, Arkansas to Curnel and Dorothy Mae Turner. From this union nine children were born;...

John R. "Johnny " Stivers

Oct 22, 2024

John R. " Johnny " Stivers. age 61, of Oquawka, Illinois; passed away at 12:19 pm on Tuesday October 22, 2024 at the University of Chicago Medical Center in Chicago, Illinois. Johnny was born on December 29, 1962 in Monmouth, Illinois and is the son of John R. " Jack " and Rilla C. Lefler Stivers. He was raised...

Mary "Luan" Butler

Oct 22, 2024

Mary "Luan" Butler, age 88, of Springfield, Illinois, formerly of Monmouth, Illinois, passed away at 2:25 AM on Tuesday, October 22, 2024 in her Lewis Memorial Christian Village apartment in Springfield. She was born November 5, 1935 in Macomb, Illinois, the daughter of Harvey and Helen Mirian (Krauser) Doll. Luan attended and graduated from Bushnell Prairie City High School...

Roger L. Johnson

Oct 21, 2024

Roger Lee Johnson, 87, of Galesburg, Illinois, died peacefully with his family by his side at 1:30 a.m. Monday, October 21, 2024 at Seminary Manor, Galesburg.

Roger was born June 29, 1937 in Galesburg, the son of Fredrick Joseph and Beatrice Francis (McCulloch) Johnson. He graduated from Galesburg High School. Roger proudly served in the...

Danny Lee Hare

Oct 20, 2024

Danny Lee Hare, 90, of Viola, Illinois, died unexpectedly Sunday October 20, 2024 in the emergency room at Unity Point Hospital, Moline, Illinois.

Danny was born August 26, 1934, in Galesburg, Illinois the son of Edgar Zimri and Mary Violet (Carlson) Hare. After graduating high school, Danny began attending the University of Illinois in the...

William A. " Bill " Moody

Oct 19, 2024

William A. Moody, Jr., age 89, of Oquawka, Illinois; passed away at 4:28 am on Saturday October 19, 2024 at the Monmouth Nursing Home in Monmouth, Illinois. Bill was born on May 19, 1935 in Asheville, North Carolina and is the son of William Arthur and Sara Kathryn Neal Moody. He was raised and educated in Asheville and Union...

Christine T. (Turnbull) Jorgensen

Oct 17, 2024

Christine T. (Turnbull) Jorgensen, age 83, formerly of Monmouth, Illinois and of Denver, Colorado; passed away in her residence in Colorado on October 17, 2024. Christine was born on September 12, 1941 in Champaign, Illinois and is the daughter of David and Ruth Buchholz Turnbull. She was raised in Monmouth where she attended local schools and graduated from Monmouth...

Lance D. Neilson

Oct 16, 2024

Lance D. Neilson, a hearty soul known for his love of life and indomitable spirit, passed away peacefully in Galesburg, Illinois, on October 16, 2024, at the age of 54. Born in Chicago, Illinois, on December 26, 1969, to Edna L. (Lindsey) and the late Donald F. Neilson.

In his professional journey, Lance's strong work...

Robert D. Hoskins

Oct 16, 2024

Robert D. Hoskins, 91, of Oneida, Illinois, died peacefully, Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at Courtyard Estates of Knoxville, surrounded by family.

Bob was born August 11, 1933 in Sparland, Illinois, the son of Neil and Violet Irene (Stoecker) Hoskins. He attended Lacon schools and enlisted in the US Army, serving in Korea. He later went...

Donald C. Simmons

Oct 14, 2024

Donald C. Simmons, age 86, of Biggsville, Illinois passed away on October 14, 2024 at 2:58 pm at Southeast Iowa Regional Health Care Center in West Burlington, Iowa. Don was born on July 5, 1938 to William H. and Lois B. (Welch) Simmons at the Monmouth Hospital .  He spent his childhood in the Warren and Henderson County area,...

Socorro Mendez

Oct 13, 2024

Socorro Mendez, 88, of Galesburg, died Sunday, October 13, 2024 at OSF St. Mary Medical Center with her family at her bedside.

She was born May 13, 1936 in Torreon Coahuila, Mexico, the daughter of Pedro Mendez and Hipolita Cadillo. Growing up she had lived in McAllen, Texas and was also a longtime resident of...

Deloris E. "Dee Dee" (Adair) Haynes

Oct 12, 2024

Deloris E. " Dee Dee " Haynes, age 92, of Oquawka, Illinois passed away at Great River Hospice House in Burlington, Iowa on Saturday, October 12, 2024 at 10:17 pm. Deloris was born on August 17, 1932 in Biggsville, Illinois and is the daughter of Chester Paul and Elsie M. Dobbs Adair. She was raised in Biggsville, where she...

Rosemary Gutierrez

Oct 10, 2024

Rosemary Gutierrez, 78, of Galesburg, died Thursday, October 10, 2024 at home surrounded by her family.

She was born February 28, 1946 in Chicago, Illinois, the daughter of Helen R. Guerrero. Rosemary worked at the former Maytag for many years. She later worked at The Patio Bar and Grill for many years.

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