Michael Paul Krebs
Jan 29, 2023
Michael Paul Krebs, 66, of Chicago, IL, and formerly of Freeport, IL, passed away Sunday January 29, 2023 in his home. He was born February 20, 1956 in Freeport, Il, the son of Rudolph and Ruth (Wullweber) Krebs. Michael is survived by his mother, Ruth Krebs of Freeport, IL; sister, Toni (Dan) Leiby of Freeport, IL; and two nephews,...
Johnnie A. Edison
Jan 29, 2023
Johnnie Allen Edison, 74, of Racine, Wisconsin formerly of Freeport, departed this earthly life on January 29, 2023 in Racine. Johnnie was born on May 16, 1948 in Hickory, MS the son of Johnnie and Nannie (Youngblood) Edison. He served in the United State Army from 1966 to 1969 and was proud of his service. Johnnie worked for Modine...
Stephanie Lyn Toelle-Beale
Jan 28, 2023
Stephanie Lyn Toelle was born November 26th, 1971 during a blizzard and surrounded by love. She completed her life journey January 28th, 2023 during a blizzard and surrounded by love. Steph leaves to celebrate her life: mother, Carol Morgan; children, James B. Beale, Jayla Beale, Jaheim Beale, Jaquaveon Beale, Ja Meya Beale, and Janell Dickens; granddaughter, Junii Rain; nieces,...
Linda L. Baker
Jan 28, 2023
Linda L. Baker, 74, of Freeport, IL passed away Saturday January 28, 2023 at Manor Court of Freeport. She was born July 22, 1948 in Freeport, IL to William and Selma (Lee) Endress. On October 14, 1978 she married Jonathan "Jon" Baker in Freeport, IL. Jon passed away October 9, 2016. Linda worked at Swiss Colony as a customer...
Thomas Joseph Zulke
Jan 26, 2023
Thomas Joseph Zulke, a beloved father, son and brother, passed away on Jan. 26 at age 27 as the result of a car accident. Thomas was born in Pomona, California, the oldest of three children to parents Marvin and Ernestine Zulke. Thomas had a natural gift for adding light to a room. His smile was a bright spot for...
Grace Uldene Schatz
Jan 26, 2023
Grace "Gus" Uldene Schatz, 92, of Winnebago formerly of Freeport, passed away on, January 26, 2023 at her home surrounded by family. Grace was born August 6, 1931 the daughter of Chester and Cora "Thelma" (Roach) Strohecker. She married Joseph Henry Schatz on September 7, 1971. He preceded her in death. Grace started her working career at the Northwest...
James "Jim" G. Schultz
Jan 25, 2023
James (Jim) G. Schultz, 73, of Freeport, passed away on January 25, 2022, at University of Wisconsin Hospital surrounded by his four beloved children. Jim was born January 12, 1950 in Freeport the son of Robert and Dorothy (Working) Schultz. Jim was raised on a farm in Red Oak, IL. He married Linda K. Stubble on June 1, 2001...
Denise L. Johnson
Jan 25, 2023
Denise Johnson, 44, of Freeport, IL was born September 29, 1978. She was the second daughter born to Dennis Bruce and Lula Bruce. She attended and graduated from Freeport High School with the Class of `96 and worked for MetLife Insurance for over 10 years. Denise departed this life surrounded by family on January 25, 2023. She leaves behind...
Joan K. Wallace
Jan 24, 2023
Joan K. Wallace, 80, of Lena, passed away, Tuesday January 24, 2023 at FHN Memorial Hospital. Joan was born October 24, 1942 in Savanna, Illinois, the daughter of Frederick and Bertha (Green) Shoemaker. Joan worked as a secretary for Western States for 21 years, and was a manager of the Salvation Army Thrift Store. Joan enjoyed bowling, dancing, and...
Robert "Bob" Walter Mcdonald
Jan 21, 2023
Robert "Bob" Walter McDonald, 80, of Freeport, passed away on Saturday, January 21, 2023 at FNH Memorial Hospital in Freeport. Robert was born July 5, 1942 in Aurora, IL the son of Robert Wood and Ester (Cordes) McDonald. He married Hope Elaine Sheridan on June 7, 1969 in Chicago,Il, after which they were sealed together for time and all...
Vincent E. Mcclellan
Jan 21, 2023
Vincent McClellan departed this earthly life on January 21, 2023, at his home. He was born June 3, 1964, to Emmite McClellan and Shirley (Bruce) McClellan, in Freeport, IL. He graduated from Freeport High School in 1982. After graduation he worked various factory jobs over the years. Vincentx married Margaret (Davis) McClellan on February 10, 2007. He leaves to...
Eleanor Chance
Jan 19, 2023
Eleanor Chance, 81, of Freeport, passed away on, Thursday, January 19, 2023 at Parkview Home in Freeport, IL. Eleanor was born on June 23, 1941 in Dixon, IL the daughter of Albert and Olive (Hawbecker) Iske. Eleanor taught Home Economics at Freeport High School where she met the love of her life William "Bill" Chance. They were married on...
Steven "Abe" C. Ludwick
Jan 18, 2023
Steven "Abe" C. Ludwick, 69, of Freeport, passed away, Wednesday January 18, 2023 at FHN Memorial Hospital. Steven was born February 6, 1953 in Oregon, Illinois, the son of Jack and Ruth (Horton) Ludwick Sr. Mr. Ludwick served his country proudly in the US Army. Steve worked at Woods Equipment in Oregon for many years. He was a former...
Judith A. Roskam
Jan 18, 2023
Judith A. Roskam, 84, of Freeport, IL passed away Wednesday January 18, 2023 at Swedish American Hospital in Rockford, IL. She was born July 26, 1938 in Freeport, IL to Jacob and Grace (Frank) Johnson. On June 29, 2002 she married David Roskam. David passed away May 8, 2018. Judith was an elementary school teacher at Lincoln Elementary School...
Verdine "Mama T" Allen
Jan 15, 2023
Verdine "Mama T" (Wesley) Allen, was born to the union of John D. Wesley, Sr. and Lucy Allen on December 8, 1943, in Webb, Mississippi. Verdine Allen was the eldest of ten children. Verdine departed this earthly life on January 15, 2023, at her home surrounding by her loved ones. Verdine was educated in the West District School system...
Shirley J. Vrtol
Jan 15, 2023
Shirley Vrtol was born in Savanna, IL on June 22, 1931. Shirley lived in Freeport, IL most of her life and died January 15, 2023 at her residence in Liberty Village Manor Court in Freeport. Both of Shirley's parents, Fred and Bertha Shoemaker preceded her in death. Her sister, Fay Werntz also preceded her in death. Survivors include Shirley's...
Theodore Pierce, Jr.
Jan 11, 2023
Theodore Pierce, Jr., 97, of Freeport, IL passed away Wednesday, January 11, 2023 at Parkview Home in Freeport, IL. He was born April 8, 1925 in Watseka, IL, the son of Theodore and Hazel Ruth (Earl) Pierce. Theodore married Joyce S. Cooper September 6, 1946 at First Presbyterian Church in Freeport, IL. Theodore is survived by his wife Joyce...
Erma Ardell "G.G." Bucher
Jan 9, 2023
Erma Ardell Bucher ("G.G."), 91, passed away on Monday, January 9, 2023 at Atrium Health Cleveland Pines Nursing Center in Shelby, North Carolina. She was the daughter of the late Blanche and Vivian Ross. She was originally from Freeport, Illinois where she spent her childhood, married her husband, and raised their daughter. She was a secretary for many years...
Ralph Michael Derby
Jan 8, 2023
Ralph Michael Derby, 76, of Forreston, passed away, Sunday January 8, 2023 in his home. Ralph was born April 27, 1946 in Freeport, the son of Kenneth and Alma (Stengel) Derby. He married Elyzabeth "Lyz" Erdmier September 1, 1973 in Shannon. Ralph proudly served his country in the US Army. Ralph work on his family farm for many years,...
Victoria "Tori" Rose Brookman
Jan 6, 2023
Victoria "Tori" Rose Brookman, 29, of German Valley, passed away Friday, January 6, 2023 at her home in German Valley. Tori was born February 15, 1993 in Monroe, WI the daughter of Richard "Big Bird" and Rebecca "Becky" (Rose) Brookman. She worked as a CNA at Presence St. Joseph Center Nursing Home in Freeport prior to her passing. Tori...
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