Obituaries

Jul 17, 2026

Jul 15, 2026

Wanda Kay Maaske Obituary

W. Kay Maaske, beloved wife, mother, sister, and friend, passed away Wednesday, July 15, 2026, after a long and courageous battle with Alzheimer's disease.

Kay was born June 15, 1941, to Frank and Zelma (Garman) Bennett. She entered the world alongside her twin brother, Walter Ray Bennett, beginning a lifelong bond that remained special throughout their lives. They...

Jul 14, 2026

Melissa A. Kluck, 46, of Freeport, Il passed away Tuesday July 14, 2026 at UW Health University in Madison, WI. She was born June 4, 1980 in Freeport, Il, the daughter of Tim and Julie A. Woods-McIntyre.

Melissa Married Nathan Kluck September 27, 2003.

Melissa worked for McDonalds, FHN Memorial Hospital as a telemetry nurse, and Freeport School District as an enrollment...

Jul 12, 2026

Andrew “Andy” L. Ruhl died Sunday, July 12th in Scottdale, AZ.

Andy was born on October 21,1970 in Urbana, IL and raised in Freeport, IL where he created many life-long friendships that continued to his death. Andy was a gifted child who loved pushing boundaries and creating his own path. On the same day as receiving his driver’s license, Andy completed...

Jul 7, 2026

Keith Meier, 80, of Ridott, passed away the evening of July 7, 2026.

Keith was born May 21, 1946, in Freeport, to Arthur and Ruby (Schleich) Meier. He grew up on the family farm in Ridott, and graduated from Freeport High School in 1964.

After high school he continued to work on the farm and enlisted in the Illinois National Guard in...

Jul 7, 2026

Melvin Lee Colberg

Melvin Lee Colberg, age 83 of Freeport, Illinois passed away Tuesday, July 7, 2026 at Parkview Nursing Home in Freeport, Illinois. He was born at the Freeport Memorial Hospital in Freeport, Illinois on December 12, 1942 to the late Marvin and Ellen (Woodruff) Colberg. Melvin married Janice M Ruter on June 28, 1964 at Forreston Reformed Church in...

Jul 6, 2026

The Incomparable Life of Ralph James Lenoir Sr.

Ralph James Lenoir Sr., 88, of Freeport, Illinois, peacefully entered his eternal home on Monday, July 6, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family.

Born on October 31, 1937, Ralph was the son of Sarah (Williams) Lenoir and Abraham Lenoir Sr. He was one of seven children, raised in a close-knit family where...

Jul 4, 2026

Judith “Judy” Ann Lindstrom passed away peacefully at Oakley Courts Assisted Living, Freeport Il on July 4th, 2026.She was born on December 6, 1943, to Paul and Marie McLain in Freeport, Il.

Judy was a graduate of Freeport High School, Freeport, IL. On October 20th, 1963, she married Ted D. Lindstrom at St John’s in Freeport, IL. She was the proud...

Jun 29, 2026

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Krista Onna Darleen Gronewold, who passed away at her home on June 29, 2026, at the age of 36, surrounded by loved ones.

Krista was born in 1990 in Rockford, Illinois. She will be remembered for the love she had for her family, especially her children, whose lives were the...

Jun 14, 2026

Orville "Skeeter" Knodle

August 10, 1929 - June 14, 2026

Orville "Skeeter" Knodle, 96, of Freeport, Illinois, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 14, 2026, at FHN - Mercy Hospital.

Skeeter was born on August 10, 1929, in Freeport, Illinois, to Orville James Knodle and Vernie Mae (Carr) Knodle. He graduated from Freeport High School in 1947, where he met the love of...

Jun 14, 2026

Velda J. Baal, 92, of Freeport, passed away, Sunday June 14, 2026, at Manor Court of Freeport. Velda was born January 14, 1934, in Freeport, the daughter of Rudolph and Phoebe (Ditsworth) Klenz. Velda married Donald G. Baal on February 14, 1954, in Ridott, IL. They were happily married for 59 years. Donald passed away March 25, 2013.

Donald and Velda...

Jun 9, 2026

Ryan Lynn Meyer, 78, of Freeport died Tuesday, June 9, in Meriter Hospital, Madison, Wisconsin.

He was born February 25,1948 in Freeport Illinois, the son of Kenneth R. and Eldora (Hutmacher) Meyer. He spent his childhood years in Scioto Mills. Later his family moved to Freeport, rural Freeport, before settling in Pearl City, where he graduated High School in 1966. Ryan...

Jun 4, 2026

Richard (Rick) Wilson passed away peacefully at home on June 4th, 2026 after a yearlong battle with cancer. His family was by his side.

He was born on Christmas Eve 1950 to Richard and Ruth (Poole) Wilson in Cumberland, Maryland. He was the youngest of four children.

Rick was a 1968 graduate of Allegany High School, Cumberland.

On December 29th 1969, he married...

May 31, 2026

Mark William Witte passed away in the morning on May 31, 2026, at home. He was born on June 3, 1958, in Freeport, IL to Kendel and Virginia Witte.

Mark was a member of Our Redeemer Lutheran Church and a 1976 graduate of Freeport High School. He loved animals, especially dogs and cats. Mark was a big fan of the Green...

May 29, 2026

A LIFE WELL LIVED

Mable Deloris McGee was the fifth child born to Leroy and Rosie Belle McGee, May 24, 1942, in Quitman, MS. She was raised in a home with strong Christian values.

She was a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. She was a neighbor whose kindness, generosity, and love touched countless lives. She departed this life May 29, 2026,...

May 28, 2026

Arnold L. Eder, 87, of Freeport, died Thursday, May 28, 2026, at Manor Court of Freeport.

Arnold was born September 20,1938, in Freeport, the son of Ralph and Grace ( Hartog) Eder. He married Mary Johnson on November 25, 1961, in Forreston, Illinois. She preceded him in death November 22, 2024.

Mr. Eder was employed by Bowen Oil Company in sales. He...

May 26, 2026

George N. Crase, 63, of Freeport, passed away Tuesday May 26, 2026 in his home. He was born November 5, 1962 in Freeport, Il, the son of Fred and Thelma (Davis) Crase.

George married Sharon Aebly December 11, 1982 in Freeport, Il.

George was a 1980 graduate of Forreston High School. He enjoyed working on cars and going to the racetrack. He...

May 24, 2026

Rebecca "Becky" Knoop, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, and daughter, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of love, faith, and devotion to her family.

Becky was a woman of deep faith and a Lutheran who walked through life with a quiet belief in God and a profound love for the people around her. While she wore many...

May 23, 2026

Carolyn D. Amodeo, 92, of Freeport, IL, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and aunt, passed away peacefully on May 23, 2026, at Liberty Village in Freeport. She was born on June 5, 1933, in Freeport, IL to Oliver and Matilda Wilhelms. Carolyn married S. James Amodeo on April 11, 1953 in Freeport, IL; he passed away on January 10,...

May 23, 2026

Donna M Crone, 91, of Freeport, IL, passed away Saturday May 23, 2026 at Manor Court of Liberty Village in Freeport, IL. She was born December 3, 1934 in Freeport, IL, the daughter of Thomas and Myrtle (Reeder) Kerkhoff.

Donna married Donald Crone August 8,1953 in Freeport, IL; he passed away October 9, 2009.

Donna is survived by her son, Dana (Cari...