Roger D. Loper
Nov 30, 2025
Roger D. Loper, age 79, of Freeport, IL, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, November 30, 2025. He and his wife, Marilyn (Stephenson) Loper, relocated to Colorado Springs this past July to be closer to family. Visitation will be Saturday, January 17, from 10:00 - 10:30 AM at Faith United Methodist Church, 1440 S Walnut, Freeport, IL. A celebration...
Mavis Eileen Clark
Jan 14, 2026
Obituary for Mavis Eileen (Earnest) Clark
One of Mom’s favorite sayings was to get up when you wake up before God changes his mind. On January 14, 2026, God decided to call Mom home to heaven, and we know she is rejoicing with our dad, her parents, relatives and friends that went before her. May you have a glorious reunion in...
Joan (Erskine) Wootan
Jan 11, 2026
Joan Wootan died after a struggle with dementia on January 11, 2026 at Clarissa Cook Hospice House in Bettendorf, IA, on her 97th birthday. She was born on January 11, 1929, in Chicago, IL to George Erskine and Erma (Robertson) Erskine. She attended The Avery Coonley School through 8th Grade and graduated from Downers Grove High School in 1946. Joan...
Allen James Gillette
Jan 10, 2026
Allen James Gillette, 93, of Freeport, IL, passed away Saturday January 10, 2026, at the William S. Middleton Memorial Veterans Hospital in Madison, WI. He was born October 19, 1932, in Cedarville, IL, to the late Floyd J. and Edna R. (Kryder) Gillette. Allen served in the United State Navy during the Koren War from 1952-1956. He married Sylvia Irene...
Miriam Henrietta Ruth Reimnitz
Jan 8, 2026
Miriam Henrietta Ruth Reimnitz, age 94, of Freeport, Illinois, passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday, January 8, 2026.
She was born on August 30, 1931, in St. Louis, Missouri, to Otto and Ottilie (Thraum) Reimnitz. St. Louis was always home to Miriam, a place she loved deeply and spoke of often. Her affection for the city, its people, and...
Philip William Bardell
Jan 3, 2026
Philip “Phil” William Bardell, Sr., was born in Freeport, Illinois, on April 14th, 1928, to Philip J. Bardell and Bertha (Isabelle LaMar) Bardell. He passed away at home on January 3rd, 2026, surrounded by family. His wishes to donate his earthly body to science will be honored.
He had fond memories of attending Eder School, a one room school in Stephenson...
Ronald K. Dornink
Jan 3, 2026
Ronald K. Dornink, 92, of Freeport IL, passed away on January 3rd surrounded by family. He was born on September 27, 1933 in Buckeye Township at his grandparent’s home. He was the son of Galen and Lera (Griffen) Dornink. Ronald was married to Dona (Meyer) on August 28, 1954.
Ronald graduated from Dakota High School in 1951. In high school he...
Andrew J. Dominick
Jan 2, 2026
Andrew “Andy” J. Dominick, 62, of Orangeville, IL, passed away Friday, January 2nd, 2026, surrounded by his family at St. Mary’s Hospital in Madison, WI. He was born October 18th, 1963, in Freeport, IL, the son of Daniel and Norma (Rockow) Dominick. Andy graduated from Freeport Senior High School in 1981. He enlisted in the United States Air Force in...
Bryson Ja'Bar Busch
Jan 1, 2026
Bryson “B” Busch, age 8, passed away peacefully on January 1, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family.
Bryson was truly one of a kind—inside and out—with a heart made of pure gold. He had a way of instantly connecting with people; once you met him, you loved him. His smile could light up any room, and his laugh was...
Mary F. Taylor
Dec 31, 2025
Mary F. Taylor, 94, passed away Wednesday, December 31, 2025, at Parkview Homes. Mary, daughter of Carl & Nina (Weir) Eckwert, was born on October 21, 1931, in Davenport, IA.
Mary graduated from Immaculate Conception Academy and attended Marycrest College.
She married Jerome Taylor on June 27, 1953, at St. Paul the Apostle in Davenport, IA.
Mary was employed with School District 195...
Linval I. Wilson
Dec 28, 2025
Linval Isaiah Wilson, 74, of Freeport, Illinois, passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 28, 2025, at Freeport Memorial Hospital, surrounded by love, comfort, and care.
Born on April 4, 1951, in Kingston, Jamaica, Linval was the youngest of six siblings. From an early age, he carried with him a deep appreciation for family, friendship, and togetherness; values that guided him throughout...
Rose M. Howald
Dec 27, 2025
Rose M. "Rosie" Howald, 90. of Forreston, passed away, Saturday December 27, 2025, at Allure of Pinecrest, Mt. Morris. Rose was born September 19, 1935, in Shullsburg, Wisconsin, the daughter of Auston and Mary (Burgess) Doyle. Rose married Walter P. Howald on May 19, 1956, in Darlington, Wisconsin. Mr. Howald passed away March 15, 2014. Rose was a 1953 graduate...
Pamela J. Gillespie
Dec 26, 2025
Pamela “Pam” Gillespie
December 26, 2025
Pamela J. (Pam) Gillespie of Freeport, passed away peacefully at Parkview Home on December 26, 2025 after a long and courageous battle with Parkinson’s. Pam was surrounded by her loving sister and friends. Pam was born on September 1, 1947 to Lyle and Betty (Ament) Gillespie.
Pam was a shining light in the lives of all who...
Martha Jean Phillips
Dec 19, 2025
A memorial service will be held at 4:00 PM, Friday January 2, 2026 at Faith Center in Freeport, IL.
Kathleen J. Elliott
Dec 19, 2025
Kathleen J Elliott, 103, slipped away on December 19 at Oregon Living and Rehab Center. Kathleen was born on September 3, 1922, in Detroit, Michigan, to Jesse and Joseph Saunders.
She grew up in Detroit and often told stories of the interesting folks in her childhood neighborhood. She also had fond memories of her family’s trip West, following work during the...
Stanley Toomsen
Dec 19, 2025
Stanley (Stan) Toomsen, 88, of Shannon, IL passed away peacefully with his son by his side on December 19th, 2025, at Freeport Memorial Hospital.
Stan was born on January 27th, 1937, in Lincoln Township, Ogle County Illinois to Joel Toomsen and Emma (Mildred) Greenfield. Stan graduated from Forreston High School in 1955 and shortly thereafter met the love of his life...
Lazetta Lynn Aden
Dec 18, 2025
Lazetta (L.A.) Lynn Aden, 68, of Freeport, Illinois passed away peacefully in her home on December 18, 2025. She was born August 12, 1957 to Leon Lapp and Delores (Dee) Agnew. L. A. had one older sister, Darla Rawley. L.A. spent her childhood growing up in Eleroy, Illinois and was a graduate of Lena High School.
L.A. worked at numerous places...
William "Jeff" Robertson
Dec 18, 2025
William “Jeff” Robertson obituary
William Jeffrey Robertson, of Freeport, passed way peacefully on December 18, 2025 surrounded by his loving family. Jeff or Willie as he was known was born on October 9th, 1953 to Donald and Ruth (Gillespie) Robertson Sr. He married the love of his life, Patty (Moore), on October 21,1978 at Embury United Methodist Church.
Jeff will be remembered...
Phillip Charles Vittorio
Dec 16, 2025
Phillip Charles Vittorio, 74, of Freeport, IL, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 16, 2025, in his home with his family by his side. He was born August 20, 1951, in Freeport, IL, the son of Phillip and Katherine (Kopp) Vittorio Sr. On October 7, 1972, he married Kimberly Peterson at St. Thomas Aquinas Church in Freeport, IL. They celebrated...
Toni Lynn White
Dec 13, 2025
Toni Lynn White, 61, of Forreston, IL, passed away Saturday, December 13, 2025, at FHN Memorial Hospital. She was born April 9, 1964, in Freeport, IL, to Darius and Sherrie (Monigold) Pohl. Toni married William White Jr. on May 18, 1989, in Freeport, IL and were again united in marriage on May 18, 2002. Her hobbies included road trips with...
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