Obituaries

Betty J. Clifford

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...

Joan E. Metzner

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...

Thomas L. Howerter

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...

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;...

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...

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...

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...

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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Allen L. Hosier

Oct 9, 2024

Allen Lee Hosier, 78, of Galesburg, Illinois, died October 9, 2024.

Allen was born in Galesburg on May 9, 1946, the son of Clifford Allen and E. Viola (Griffitts) Hosier. Following high school, Allen enlisted in the United States Air Force, serving a tour in Vietnam. He was honorably discharged on September 2, 1967.

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Karen C. Schwieter

Oct 8, 2024

Karen Catherine Schwieter, 78, of Galesburg, died Tuesday, October 8, 2024 at her home.

She was born July 28, 1946, in Quincy, Illinois, the daughter of Willis Anthony and Alma Lillian (Price) Heubner. Karen graduated from Notre Dame High School in 1964. She worked as a line worker and machine operator at Maytag...

James F. Beaty

Oct 6, 2024

James F. Beaty, 67, of Galesburg, Illinois, died at 2:56 a.m. Sunday, October 6, 2024 at home.

Jim was born July 21, 1957 in Beardstown, Illinois, the son of Patricia Ann (Heller) and Harold Beaty. He worked at Lacky Monument in Galesburg for several years, prior to moving to Florida. Whiling living in Florida, he...

Laura L. Fults

Oct 5, 2024

Laura L. Fults, 79, of Galesburg, Illinois, died at 5:56 a.m. Saturday, October 5, 2024 at Marigold Health Care and Rehab, Galesburg.

She was born September 19, 1945 in Peoria, Illinois, the daughter of Fredrick C. and Frances E. (Bjork) Fults. She was raised in Peoria and married Larry Stone in Peoria in 1967. He...