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...
Richard "Dick" Lamm
Jan 4, 2023
Richard "Dick" Lamm, age 78, passed from this life on January 4, 2023, with family by his side after a short illness. Dick was born to William and Florence Lamm in 1944 and was raised on the family farm with his two brothers, Bill and Jerry. After graduating from Aquin High School, Dick went on to graduate with degrees...
Shiloh N. Cahill
Jan 1, 2023
Shiloh N Cahill, 50, of Freeport, IL, passed away Sunday January 1, 2023. Arrangements are pending at Burke-Tubbs Funeral Home, Freeport, IL. Previous Events Memorial Visitation FEB 25. 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM (CT) Burke Tubbs Funeral Home- Freeport 504 N. Walnut Street Freeport, IL 61032 https://burketubbs.com Loading map
Betty Jane Degraff
Jan 1, 2023
Betty Jane DeGraff died Sunday, January 1, 2023 at Meadow Ridge Assisted Living in Moberly, Missouri with her daughter by her side. She was born May 29, 1930 in Freeport, the daughter and only child of Earl R. and Ruth (Hornbogen) Young. On June 16, 1957 she married Lewis R. "Brum" DeGraff at Faith Evangelical Lutheran Church in Forreston....
Linda Ruth Werntz
Dec 30, 2022
Linda Ruth Werntz, 66, peacefully passed away on Friday, December 30, 2022, at FHN Memorial Hospital surrounded by her beloved family. She was born on August 14, 1956, to Caryl and Eldon Kortemeier in Freeport, Illinois. Linda graduated from Freeport High School in 1974, and from Highland Community College in 1993 with an Associate's Degree in Nursing. On August...
Demetrius S. Jackson
Dec 30, 2022
No obituary found for this tribute. Cemetery Details Freeport City Cemetery 902 W Lincoln Blvd Freeport, IL 61032 Loading map Previous Events Visitation JAN 13. 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM (CT) Faith For Miracle Deliverance & Worship Center 3247 south Baileyville Road Freeport, IL 61032 Loading map Service JAN 13. 11:00 AM (CT) Faith For Miracle Deliverance & Worship...
Virginia E. Kentner
Dec 30, 2022
Virginia E. Kentner, 67, of Freeport, passed away, Friday, December 30, 2022, in her home, surrounded by her loving family. Virginia was born April 9, 1955, in Clinton, Iowa, the daughter of Austin and Mary (Mullen) Scace. Virginia married David A. Kentner, May 5, 1995, in Freeport. Virginia was a 1973 graduate of Lena Winslow High School. She loved...
Kody Allan Newman
Dec 30, 2022
On Friday, December 30, 2022, Kody Allan Newman, 22, was tragically taken from his family and friends too soon. Kody was born in Monroe, Wisconsin on October 10, 2000. He was born to his loving parents Adam and Stacy (Meyer) Newman. Kody lived in Montana with his mother in his younger years and then returned to Freeport to live...
Juanita G. Boatright
Dec 29, 2022
Juanita G. Boatright, 93, of Freeport, passed away, Thursday, December 29, 2022 at FHN Memorial Hospital. Juanita was born March 4, 1929 , in Mendota, Illinois, the daughter of Serferino and Juanita (Gomez) Calderon. She was a 1948 graduate of Aquin High School and a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church. Juanita enjoyed watching music, traveling, and watching television....
Frankie L. Ishmon
Dec 19, 2022
Frank "Sweet Frankie" Ishmon, 70, of Freeport, IL, passed away December 19, 2022, at his home surrounded by his loving family. Frankie was born March 2, 1952, in Forrest City, AR, to Leon and Argusta Ishmon. Frankie attended school in Forrest City, AR, and then later moved to Freeport, IL, with his family where he later finished his schooling....
Will Jackson
Dec 17, 2022
No obituary found for this tribute. Cemetery Details Freeport City Cemetery 902 W Lincoln Blvd Freeport, IL 61032 Loading map Previous Events Funeral Service DEC 30. 10:30 AM (CT) Burke Tubbs Funeral Home- Freeport 504 N. Walnut Street Freeport, IL 61032 https://burketubbs.com Loading map
Curtis "Curt" Dean Schrock
Dec 16, 2022
Curtis "Curt" Dean Schrock, 68, of Freeport, passed away on Friday, December 16, 2022 surrounded by family after a brief battle with cancer. He worked as a farmer for Grant and Norma Burckhardt of rural Freeport and then went to work for Bay Valley Foods retiring in 2016. Curt was born on November 20, 1954 the son of Vernon...
John Jeffrey Mcnair
Dec 16, 2022
No obituary found for this tribute. Cemetery Details Freeport City Cemetery 902 W Lincoln Blvd Freeport, IL 61032 Loading map Previous Events Funeral Service DEC 30. 11:00 AM (CT) Mt. Carmel Missionary Baptist Church 602 South Chicago Avenue Freeport Freeport, IL 61032 Loading map
Jackie Lynn Dyson
Dec 16, 2022
Jackie Lynn Dyson 1950-2022 Jackie, 72, of Freeport, went peacefully into the Lord's loving arms on Friday, December 16th. Jackie was born on June 26, 1950 to James and Mildred Downing. She married Rodney on June 22, 1969. She was a graduate of Freeport High School. She is survived by her husband Rodney, sons, Luke and Mike (Emily) and...
James Spearman
Dec 15, 2022
James Spearman of Freeport, Illinois peacefully departed his earthly life on Thursday, December 15, 2022. Just like he dealt with all experiences in life, James managed his illness with strength and grace, and wanted to spend as much time with his loved ones. On his final day, James was surrounded by family as he entered eternal life. James was...
Roger Stanley Mershon
Dec 15, 2022
Roger Stanley Mershon, 87, of Freeport, passed away on Thursday, December 15, 2022 at WinnPrairie Assisted Living. He worked as a salesman and then district manager with Frito Lay for 37 years retiring in 1993. Roger then went to work for Rockford Park District as a starter for Elliot Golf Course for 25 plus years. Roger was born to...
Donna J. Kellner
Dec 15, 2022
Donna Jean Kellner, 87, of Freeport, died December 15, 2022 at FHN Memorial Hospital. Donna was born January 25, 1935, the daughter of Ward and Minnie (Brinkmeier) Paul. On June 2, 1956 she married James Kellner at St. Thomas Aquinas Church, Freeport. He preceded her in death on July 26, 2017. Donna graduated from Shannon High School in 1952...
David J. Ruter
Dec 13, 2022
David J Ruter, 79, passed away on Tuesday, December 13, 2022, at Monroe Hospital after an extended illness, surrounded by his family. He was born on February 12, 1943 to John A. and Martha Ruter in Freeport, IL. David graduated from Forreston High School in 1961. On January 4, 1963 he married the love of his life, Duska Haijenga,...
Helen M. Butler
Dec 12, 2022
Helen M. Butler, 82, of Forreston, passed away, Monday December 12, 2022, at Serenity Hospice, Oregon, Illinois. Helen was born July 8, 1940 in Davis, Illinois, the daughter of George and Elizabeth (Hoch) Kochsmeier. Helen married William C. Butler October 21, 1960, in Forreston. Mr. Butler died October 29, 2002. Helen's family always came first, she displayed this by...
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