Obituaries

Nov 22, 2024

Vilma “Vil” Louise (Adams) Smith, 95, of Galesburg, went to her eternal home Friday, November 22, 2024, at 11:05 a.m.

Vil was born October 22, 1929, in Oakland, California, the daughter of Frank and Jewel (Sylva) Adams. As a senior in high school, she met Lester D. Smith while he was attending college in Oakland....

Nov 22, 2024

Dolores C. Moses, 93, died at Arcadia Care of Aledo, Illinois on Friday, November 22. She leaves behind a son, Thomas R. Moses of Galesburg; three grandchildren, Mark T. Frenster of Galesburg, Julia Moses Nutter of Northeast, Maryland, and David Kelly of Columbia, Maryland. She was preceded in death by Lester A. Moses, her husband of 57 years, her...

Nov 21, 2024

Darlene Elizabeth Campbell, 78, of Galesburg, Illinois, died at 3:16 a.m. Thursday, November 21, 2024 at OSF St. Mary Medical Center, Galesburg.

Darlene was born September 9, 1946 in Galesburg, the daughter of Robert Earl and Beulah Elizabeth (Eaker) Campbell, Sr. She married William Williamson. He preceded her in death on August 29, 2001. Darlene...

Nov 20, 2024

Sonda Pearl LaPorte, 71, of Galesburg, Illinois, died at 2:55 p.m. Wednesday, November 20, 2024 at home.

Sonda was born November 30, 1952 in Lubbock, Texas, the daughter of Charles Earl and Barbara Hannah (Johnson) James. Sonda graduated from Galesburg High School and went on to attend Baptist Bible College in Springfield, Missouri, graduating in...

Nov 16, 2024

Guy Allen Hood, 68, of Galesburg, died at 9:25 p.m. Saturday, November 16, 2024 at his home.

He was born to Charles Daniel and Margaret Joan (Wolfe) Hood on October 2, 1956 in Kewanee, Illinois. After graduating from high school, Guy proudly served in the United States Army. He later worked as an assembler at...

Nov 15, 2024

Betty Jean (Mates) Clifford, 75, of Altona, IL passed away November 15, at home, surrounded by family.

Betty was born on January 25, 1949 in Galesburg, the daughter of John Mates, who emigrated from Transylvania (Sard, Romania) and Sarah (Butler) Mates of Alpha. She married Jim Clifford, on Feb 4, 1972, in East Galesburg by...

Nov 9, 2024

Joan Eileen Metzner, 77, of Alpha, Illinois, died at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, November 9, 2024 at home surrounded by family.

She was born December 30, 1946 in Moline, Illinois, the daughter of Ralph William and Marion Ileen (Shroyer) Keck. Joan was reared and educated in New Windsor, Illinois. She met the love of her life...

Nov 9, 2024

Thomas Lee Howerter, 75, of Galesburg, died at 1:15 p.m. on Saturday, November 9, 2024, at home surrounded by his family.

He was born to Harry LaVerne and Mildred Elvera (Johnson) Howerter, Sr. on February 27, 1949 in Galesburg. Thomas was reared and educated in Galesburg, graduating from high school in 1967. After graduating, he...

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...

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...

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...

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. ...

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...

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...

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;...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...