Obituaries

Mar 3, 2023

Robert Duane Oliver, 76, of Galesburg, died at 11:10 a.m. Friday, March 3, 2023 at home.

Robert was born September 14, 1946 in Quincy, Illinois the son of Robert Woodrow and Ella Louise (Rankin) Oliver. Robert graduated from Media High School. He farmed in rural Stronghurst on the family farm. He enlisted in the US...

Mar 1, 2023

LaRue James Meehan, 79, of Galesburg, died at 9:10 a.m. Wednesday, March 1, 2023.

LaRue was born September 11, 1943 in Galesburg, Illinois the son of James Leo and Wanita Ione (Dolajeck) Meehan. LaRue married Beverly Ann Briggs on October 26, 1972 in Galesburg, Illinois. She preceded him in death in 1995. He later married...

Feb 27, 2023

Susan Eastburg, 79, of rural Galesburg, Illinois, died at home Monday, February 27, 2023 at 12:11 a.m.

Susan was born December 6, 1943 in “downtown” Dallas, Texas the daughter of Charles Alexander and Florence Elizabeth (Eisenhood) Artzt. She married George W. Eastburg on June 17, 1965 in Corpus Christi, Texas. He survives as do two...

Feb 22, 2023

James Clayton Walker, 76, of Galesburg, died at 7:18 a.m. Wednesday, February 22, 2023 at OSF Richard Owens Hospice Home in Peoria.

He was born September 27, 1946 in Burlington, Iowa, the son of Everett W. and Prosha M. (Hocker) Walker. After graduating from ROVA High School in 1964, James enlisted in the US Navy...

Feb 22, 2023

Derin Holmes transitioned from this life into eternity at the age of 41 on February 22, 2023. Derin was born March 31, 1981 to parents Michael and Olivia Holmes.

Derin’s passion was to provide for his family. Always searching for better opportunities, even later in life. Derin graduated from EIU’s HVAC Technician Training Program in...

Feb 22, 2023

Michael D. Hull, age 58, of Monmouth, Illinois passed away at 11:53 am on February 22, 2023 at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria, Illinois. Michael was born on March 13, 1964 in Monmouth where he attended local Monmouth Schools and Monmouth High Schools. He later received his General Education Degree in 1985. Michael also was a member...

Feb 20, 2023

Morris Clark Stewart, Sr., 82, of Galesburg, Illinois died peacefully at home on Monday, February 20, 2023 at 2:30 p.m.

Morris was born August 23, 1940 at home in Laura, Illinois the son of James Lee and Mildred Vivian (Robbins) Stewart. Morris married Helen Blanche Halsey on November 9, 1957 in Burlington, Iowa. She preceded...

Feb 17, 2023

Susan “Susie” Lucille (Onion) Howard, 83 of Lake Bracken, Galesburg, passed away Friday February 17, 2023 at Richard L. Owens Hospice Home, Peoria IL surrounded by friends and family.

She was born November 10, 1939 in Abingdon, IL the daughter of Pearl Lucille Onion and Russell Gale Onion. She married the love of her life...

Feb 17, 2023

John L. Melvin, age 81, of Monmouth, Illinois, passed away at 7:25 AM on Friday, February 17, 2023 at the Monmouth Nursing Home in Monmouth, Illinois. He was born November 8, 1941 in Monmouth, Illinois, the son of Lowell Charter and Bonnie Veroqua (Green) Melvin. John attended schools in Monmouth and was a graduate of Monmouth High School. John...

Feb 16, 2023

Fred Elliott Jr., age 97, of Oquawka, Illinois and formerly of Bartonville, Illinois; passed away on February 16, 2023 at OSF St. Mary Medical Center in Galesburg, Illinois. Fred was born on August 11, 1925 in Winchester, Illinois and is the son of Fred and Mary Frances Furnough Elliott, Sr. He was raised in Winchester, Illinois where he attended...

Feb 15, 2023

Sheri E. Meehan, 55, of Galesburg, died at 7:26 a.m. Wednesday, February 15, 2023 at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria.

She was born July 1, 1967 in Monmouth, Illinois, the daughter of John L. and Brenda L. (Perry) Stambaugh. Sheri was a stay-at-home mom of her six children as they were growing up....

Feb 14, 2023

Daniel Lee Rice, 76, of Galesburg, Illinois died at 1:40 p.m. Tuesday, February 14, 2023 at Allure of Knox County, Galesburg.

Dan was born April 18, 1946 in Galesburg, the son of Bernard Leonard and Mary Catherine (Frederick) Rice. He attended St. Joseph’s Academy and graduated from the last class at Corpus Christi High School...

Feb 14, 2023

Bonnie Jean Arnold, 67, of Galesburg, died peacefully at home on Tuesday, February 14, 2023.

Bonnie was born August 14, 1955, to Richard S. and Margaret Jean (VeNard) Arnold. Bonnie attended Galesburg area schools and graduated from the nursing program at Carl Sandburg College. She worked in the nursing field for over 20 years, last...

Feb 14, 2023

Janice Ryder, age 77 of Hermon, IL. passed away on Tuesday, February 14, 2023. Janice was born in Cameron, IL on March 11, 1945 to Beulah (Reimolds) and Wayne P. Hart. She attended Monmouth High School.

Janice married Gerald Ryder, and together they had two children, Eugene and Annette. She worked as a Cosmetologist for many years...

Feb 13, 2023

Kathleene Marie England “Katie” went to be with the Lord at 5:05 p.m. on February 13, 2023.

She was born on April 11, 1931, in Galesburg, Ill., the third daughter of Richard Leon Freeman and Thelma (Clark). She went to Catholic schools in Galesburg and graduated from Corpus Christi Academy in 1949. She married Edward...

Feb 11, 2023

Carin Lea Johnson, 56, of Galesburg, died at 2:42 p.m. Saturday, February 11, 2023 at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria.

She was born May 20, 1966 in Galesburg, the daughter of Jackie Jerald and Jo Ann (Smith) Johnson. Carin was reared and educated in Galesburg, graduating from Galesburg High School in 1984. She...

Feb 11, 2023

Gerald L. " Jerry " Clark, age 88, of Rozetta, Illinois; passed away at 6:00 pm on Saturday, February 11, 2023, at his home. Jerry was born on March 13, 1934, in Monmouth, Illinois, and is the son of James W. and Ada B. Snyder Clark. Jerry grew up in Rozetta and attended Hazel Dell Rural Grade School and...

Feb 10, 2023

Helen Cecelia Rupert, 91, of Galesburg, died peacefully with her family by her side, Friday, February 10, 2023 at OSF St. Mary Medical Center, Galesburg.

Helen was born December 13, 1931 in Mt. Sterling, Illinois the daughter of Leo John and Marie Ellen (Gleason) Lehne. Helen married Robert Lee Rupert on July 31, 1952 in...

Feb 10, 2023

Lloyd James Cochran was born at home in Oquawka, IL on October 18, 1932 to George and Anna Gertrude Cochran. He was the oldest of 7 children. He passed away on February 10, 2023 at the age of 90. After graduating from Oquawka High School in 1950, Lloyd worked a variety of jobs. He was working at the ordnance...

Feb 9, 2023

Anna Sophia Johnson, 95, of rural Wataga, Illinois died peacefully at 12:55 p.m. Thursday, February 9, 2023 at Seminary Manor, Galesburg, Illinois.

Anna was born February 5, 1928 in Galesburg, the daughter of Carl Agustus and Grace Etta (Volk) Johnson. Anna began her education at Military Country School near her home in Wataga. She went...