Obituaries
Carol "Sue" L. Chase
Dec 7, 2019
Carol L. “Sue” Chase, 86, passed away December 7, 2019 at the Knox County Nursing Home surrounded by her three sons: Chris Chase, Michael Chase, and Steve Chase. Born in Denver, Colorado, Sue moved to Galesburg in 1957 with her three boys and her first husband, Rowland Chase, who taught theater at Knox College. She married again to Omar...
Michael D. Rose
Dec 7, 2019
Michael D. Rose, age 62, of Oquawka, Illinois; passed away unexpectedly at his residence in rural Oquawka on Saturday, December 7, 2019 at 5:25 pm. Mike was born on November 5, 1957 in Galesburg, Illinois and is the son of Ronald and Patricia Davis Rose. Mike was raised in Knoxville where he attended local schools and graduated from the...
Rita J. Trone
Dec 6, 2019
Rita Jean Trone, 65, of Galesburg, passed away December 6, 2019, peacefully at Cottage Hospital surrounded by family. Rita was born January 5, 1954 in Galesburg, the daughter of Clyde Riley and Jeannette Dallas (Fricke) Hans. She married the love of her life, Charly Trone, on April 11, 1973 in Galesburg. He preceded her in death ten weeks ago...
Greta L. (Peterson) Ryner
Dec 6, 2019
Greta Lucille Ryner, age 93, of Monmouth, Illinois passed away at 8:25 am on Friday December 6, 2019 at the Roseville Rehabilitation and Health Care Center in Roseville, Illinois. Greta was born on July 22, 1926 in Monmouth and is the daughter of Emmet Ray and Ruth Ellen Crandall Peterson. She was raised in rural Monmouth and attended West...
Antonia Padilla
Dec 2, 2019
We are deeply saddened by the passing of Antonia Padilla who was surrounded by her beloved family on Monday, December 2, 2019. Antonia is survived by one son, Richard Padilla (Kim) and granddaughter Ashley Padilla, of Springfield. One daughter Lisa Padilla, of Galesburg. Antonia leaves behind loving siblings, all of Galesburg and Texas. On Friday, December 6, 2019, a...
Gertrude Ann Bailey-Scott
Dec 2, 2019
Gertrude Ann "Gertie" Bailey-Scott, age 83, of Oklahoma City, OK and formerly of Olivehurst/Marysville, CA. and Monmouth, IL. passed away at 10:40 AM on Monday, December 2, 2019 at the VA Hospital in Oklahoma City, OK. She was born on Sunday, April 12, 1936 in Monmouth, Illinois, the third daughter of Walter Lee Edward and Evelyn (Ford) Bailey. Gertrude...
William E. Christofferson
Dec 1, 2019
William “Peanuts or Willie” E. Christofferson, 88, of RR Oneida, passed peacefully at home on December 1, 2019 at 3:11 a.m. with family surrounding him. He was born July 30, 1931 in Union, IA the son of Sherman A. and Birdie Loretta (Gleason) Christofferson. He is survived by one son, William (Maria) of Monmouth; two daughters, Terri (Jeff) Pearce...
Eloise S. West
Nov 28, 2019
Eloise Sue West, 77, of Galesburg, died at 2:08 p.m. Friday, November 28, 2019 at OSF St. Mary Medical Center, Galesburg. Eloise was born October 19, 1942 in Kewanee, the daughter of Nicholas and Veronica (Babarsky) Kopen. She married Charles R. “Dick” West. They later divorced but remained close friends. She is survived by two cousins, John (Sandra) Schopa...
Raphealla "Sis" R. Reynolds
Nov 27, 2019
Raphealla “Sis” Ramona Reynolds, 88, of Galesburg, died peacefully at home on November 27, 2019 at 11:30 p.m. Sis was born January 3, 1931 in St. George, IL, the daughter of Franklin Augustine and Rachel Josephine (Vassen) Fortin. She married Thomas James Reynolds on October 8, 1955 in Kankakee. He preceded her in death on July 22, 1995. She...
Linda L. Livingston
Nov 27, 2019
Linda L. Livingston, age 72, of Monmouth, Illinois, passed away at 7:32 AM on Wednesday, November 27, 2019 at Aperian North Nursing Home in Galesburg, Illinois. She was born on May 26, 1947 in Monmouth, Illinois, the daughter of Arlo E. and Margaret F. (Smith) Sage. Linda attended schools in Monmouth and was a graduate of Monmouth High School....
William "Percy" E. Kane
Nov 26, 2019
William E. "Percy" Kane, 72, of Little York, died at 2:47 p.m. Tuesday November 26, 2019 at Heartland Health Care and Rehab, Galesburg. Cremation rites have been accorded. A celebration of life will be held starting at 12 p.m. Saturday, December 7, 2019 at the The Corral, 1685 Grand Ave., Galesburg, IL 61401. Arrangements have been entrusted to Watson...
Melissa A. Hackwith
Nov 24, 2019
Melissa Ann Hackwith, 39, of Galesburg, died at 1:54 p.m. Sunday, November 24, 2019 at home. Melissa was born on September 1, 1980 in Peoria. She is survived by her mother, Debra Ann Snider-Miller of Toulon; her father, Paul Hackwith of Manitou; two sons, Tyce Wade and Evan Wade both of East Galesburg; one daughter, Breanna Wade of Galesburg;...
Michael A. Ingle
Nov 24, 2019
Michael Allen Ingle, 59, of Allen, Texas, died at 8:24 p.m. Sunday, November 24, 2019. Michael was born July 9, 1960 in Galesburg, the son of Charles Glenn and Gracie Ardean (Mosher) Ingle. He married Angela O’Connor on May 8, 1981 in Galesburg. She survives as does his father, Charles of Hartsburg; one son, Connor Ingle of Dallas, TX;...
Hazel A. Stewart
Nov 23, 2019
Hazel Ann Stewart, 56, of Galesburg, died Saturday, November 23, 2019 at home surrounded by her family and friends. Hazel was born October 1, 1963 in Galesburg, the daughter of William Michael and Constance Mae (Kneeream) Shea. She married Dennis Lee Smith on July 12, 1980. He died on May 23, 1985. She later married Roger Stewart on December...
Russell C. "Rusty" Stanton
Nov 23, 2019
Russell C. "Rusty" Stanton, age 73, of Monmouth Illinois; passed away at OSF Holy Family Medical Center on Saturday, November 23, 2019 at 9:53 pm. Rusty was born August 11, 1946 in Monmouth and is the son of Donald Manville Stanton and Elizabeth Marie Mathison. He was raised in Monmouth where he graduated from Monmouth High School class of...
Brian C. Bramlett
Nov 20, 2019
Brian Cliffton Bramlett, 63, of East Moline, died at 12:42 a.m. Wednesday, November 20, 2019 at Aperion Care, East Moline. Brian was born December 25, 1955 in Galesburg, the son of Clyde H. and Betty Louise (Hillyer) Bramlett. He is survived by one daughter Fawn Luv Monroe of Tucson, AZ; two brothers, Tom (Judy) Bramlett of Galesburg and Richard...
Mark A. Holford
Nov 17, 2019
Mark A. Holford, age 64, of Gladstone, Illinois, passed away at 3:48 PM on Sunday, November 17, 2019 at his Gladstone residence. He was born on September 27, 1955 in Monmouth, Illinois, the son of Donald Eugene and Mildred Marie (Hull) Holford. Mark attended schools in Biggsville, Kirkwood, and graduated from Union High School. He later attended Bradley University....
Charles D. Colley
Nov 16, 2019
Charles D. Colley, age 81, of Oquawka, Illinois passed away at 9:15 pm on November 16, 2019 at his residence in Oquawka, Illinois. Charles was born on February 10, 1938 in Oquawka and is the son of Gordon John and Ida Louise Nelson Colley. He was raised in Oquawka where he attended local schools. Charles served his country in...
Patricia Ann Hillier
Nov 15, 2019
Patricia Ann Hillier, 84, of Galesburg, died at 11:24 p.m. Friday, November 15, 2019 at home. Pat was born December 30, 1934 in Galesburg, the daughter of Paul Patrick and Mary Frances (Besser) Dougherty. She married Jack Wessels, together they had four sons. She later married Richard Hillier on December 13, 1984 in Galesburg. He preceded her in death...
Kathryn Fritz
Nov 15, 2019
Kathryn “Katie/Kate” nee Goddard Fritz, age 90, passed away peacefully in her home during the early morning hours of November 15, 2019. Katie was a 47 year resident of Naperville. She is survived by her loving daughters, Nancy and Sue, both of Naperville. Kathryn was born on December 4, 1928 in Monmouth, IL and enjoyed a very happy childhood...
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