Obituaries

Jack L. Davis, Jr.

Feb 1, 2025

Jack Leroy Davis, Jr., 57, of Kewanee, Illinois, passed away at 4:22 a.m. Saturday, February 1, 2025, at the Royal Oaks Care Center in Kewanee. Jack was born June 19, 1967, in Galesburg, the son of Jackie Leroy and Rosetta Joyce (Louthan) Davis, Sr.

Left to cherish his memory is his mother and stepfather, Joyce...

Charles R. Williams

Jan 28, 2025

Charles Richard Williams, Jr.,70, of Galesburg, Illinois passed away Tuesday, January 28, 2025, at OSF Richard Owens Hospice Home in Peoria surrounded by his family.

Charles (Chuckie) R. Williams, Jr. was born on December 20, 1954, in Galesburg to Charles and Antoinette (Hollowell) Williams. He was a graduate of Galesburg High School. He worked with Gunther Construction, Maytag, Gales Products Co,...

Michele A. Sprague

Jan 27, 2025

Michele Ann Sprague (58), born on May 23, 1966 in Galesburg, Illinois, passed away at home on January, 27, 2025 surrounded by her loving family.

Michele was proceeded in death by her father Ron Sprague (2015). She is survived by her mother and best friend, Rita Sprague whom Michele referred to as her “Sunshine”, her...

Leonard "Lenny" Guerrero, Jr.

Jan 27, 2025

Leonard “Lenny” Guerrero, Jr., 75, of Dahinda, Illinois, died at 8:26 a.m. Monday, January 27, 2025 at OSF St. Francis Medical Center, Peoria.

Lenny was born January 21, 1950 in Galesburg, Illinois, the son of Leonard and Helen (Padilla) Guerrero, Sr. Lenny graduated from Galesburg High School in 1968. He then began a career at...

Jeanette Moultrie

Jan 27, 2025

I am stronger, wiser, and much better because of knowing you, Mom. Jeanette (Momma, Nette, Jimmy, Beanie) Dilworth Moultrie aged 74 years young was born in Iuka, Mississippi on Wednesday, January 17, 1951 to her loving parents, Mary Louise (Haynes) and Louis Alexander Dilworth. Her family relocated to Carbondale, Illinois when she was a baby.

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David M. Uhlmann

Jan 27, 2025

David Manning Uhlmann, 78, of Galesburg, Illinois, died Monday, January 27, 2025 at University of Iowa Hospital, Iowa City, Iowa.

David was born on September 6, 1946 in Galesburg, the son of Howard Dean and Beverly Jane (Burford) Uhlmann. After graduating from Galesburg High School in 1964, he attended Southern Illinois University, Morrison Institute of...

Jacqueline A. Reimolds

Jan 26, 2025

Jacqueline Ann Reimolds, 57, of Galesburg, Illinois, died Sunday, January 26, 2025 at University of Iowa Hospital, Iowa City, Iowa.

Jackie was born May 2, 1967 in Galesburg, the daughter of Nelle Rose (Lee) and Ashton Earl Blakewell, Jr. Jackie graduated from Costa Catholic School in 1982 and Galesburg High School in 1985. She attended...

John C. Bodenhamer

Jan 22, 2025

John C. Bodenhamer, 81, of Abingdon, Illinois, died on January 22, 2025 at OSF St. Francis Hospital in Peoria, Illinois, from complications following a freak accident.

Born February 27, 1943 in Galesburg to Arthur W. and Ruth J. (White) Bodenhamer. John attended Abingdon schools before beginning his adult life working in a multitude of service...

Mary L. Polillo

Jan 21, 2025

Mary Lissa(Thompson) Polillo, 96, died at Richard Owen's Hospice Home, Peoria, Illinois on Tuesday, January 21, 2025.

She was born October 10, 1928, in Galesburg, Illinois to parents Nellie (Morrison) and Raymond Thompson. She graduated from Galesburg High School in 1947.

She is survived by her son Matthew Polillo. Her grandchildren...

Cathy L. Derose

Jan 21, 2025

Cathy Louise DeRose, 61, of Galesburg, Illinois, was unexpectedly called home to be with the Lord on January 21, 2025.

Cathy was born July 15, 1963 in Augusta, Georgia, the daughter of Ben DeRose and Dorothy “Dottie” (Paben) Hess. Cathy is survived by her daugher, Melissa DeRose-Joslin of Katy, Texas; her son, Dalton Berglan of...

Gretchan M. Osborne

Jan 20, 2025

Gretchan Marie Osborne (Lytle), 51, of Wataga, Illinois passed away January 20th, 2025 at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria, IL. She was born on February 28th, 1973 in Fairfield, IA, the daughter of Larry and Sandra (Foutch-Olson) Lytle. She was raised and educated in Wataga, Illinois. Known for her luscious red hair and infectious smile, she was...

Sandra K. Titus

Jan 18, 2025

Our dear mom, Sandra (Sandi) Kay Titus, sadly passed away on January 18, 2025, at the age of 79. She was born August 25, 1945. She was a wonderful mother who was always there when we needed her, offering motherly advice and unconditional love in abundance. Sandi resided in Galesburg, IL for most of her life. She was predeceased...

Kitzi L. Bowman

Jan 16, 2025

Kitzi Lee (Bedford) Bowman was born on September 17, 1974 to Mark Graham and Linda Marie (Weede) Bedford. She was also the stepdaughter to Steve Gillis. Kitzi spent her childhood growing up in Bloomfield, Iowa and spent her teenage years in the Quad Cities where she graduated from Rock Island High School. Growing up as the third child out...

Mavis L. Sanders

Jan 15, 2025

Mavis Lynn Sanders, 84, of Galesburg, died Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at University of Iowa Hospital in Iowa City, Iowa.

She was born in Macomb, Illinois, on June 5, 1940, the daughter of Loren H. and Hattie Mae (Stoneking) Friday. Mavis worked as a rehab aide at St. Mary’s Square for 27 years before retiring in 2005....

Ronald R. Webber

Jan 14, 2025

Ronald Russell Webber, 87, of Galesburg, Illinois, died peacefully at home surrounded by his family, Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at 7:00 a.m.

Ron was born December 9, 1937 in Galesburg, Illinois, the son of James R. and madge R. (Dawson) Webber. Ron attended Avon Schools as a youth. The family later moved to the Knoxville area and Ron attended Knoxville school,...

Brent E. Malone

Jan 14, 2025

Brent E. Malone, 48, of Fort Wayne, Indiana, died Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at home.

Brent was born August 20, 1976 in Galesburg, Illinois the son of Donald L. and Connie R. (Maltby) Malone. Brent graduated from Galesburg High School. Shortly after, he began working at Autozone in Galesburg, where his love for cars was...

Larry E. Walters

Jan 14, 2025

Larry Eugene Walters, 81, of Galesburg, Illinois, died at 11:06 p.m. Tuesday, January 14, 2025, at OSF St. Francis Medical Center, Peoria, Illinois.

Larry was born March 19, 1943, at home in Table Grove, Illinois, the son of Paul R. and Frances (Imel) Walters. Larry graduated from Valley High School and later served in the...

Cecil E. Davis, Jr.

Jan 13, 2025

Cecil E. “Buddy” Davis, Jr., 66, of Galesburg, Illinois, died unexpectedly at home on January 13, 2025.

Buddy was born February 18, 1958, in Galesburg, the son of Cecil E. and Dorothy Marilyn (Moody) Davis, Sr. After graduating from high school, Buddy served in the US Army and was honorably discharged on January 11, 1983....

Sandra S. Fouts

Jan 11, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Sandra Fouts, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend. She passed peacefully on Saturday January 11, 2025 at her home. Born on May 19, 1952 in Macomb, Illinois, the daughter of Maurice and Violet (Wust) Wardell. Sandra’s 72 years were filled with love and unforgettable memories.

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Edith E. Winter

Jan 10, 2025

Edith E. Winter, 89, of Wataga, Illinois, passed away on January 10, 2025 at Knox County Nursing Home.

Edith was born on March 2, 1935, in Hickson, Ontario, Canada the daughter of Alfred L. and M. Lillian (Welch) King. Edith married Paul D. Winter on February 15, 1958 in Nanuet, New York.

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