Obituaries

Nov 29, 2024

Mimi Smutzer, 78 years old, formerly of Freeport, IL died peacefully surrounded by the love and support of her family and friends on Friday November 29, 2024.

Mary Lee “Mimi” Ripple was born in Brookville, PA to Margaret Mary (née Shannon) Ripple and John Leo Ripple on October 3, 1946 and was the...

Nov 26, 2024

On November 26, 2024, Michael T. Cook, aged 82, a devoted husband and father, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family. Mike was born on July 24, 1942, in Carbondale, Illinois, to Roscoe and Eleanor (Stilley) Cook. His family later relocated to Freeport, Illinois, where he graduated from Freeport High School in 1960. He continued his...

Nov 24, 2024

Carl D Blair, 80, of Freeport passed away on Sunday, November 24, 2024, at Lena Living Center in Lena IL.

Carl was born on May 10, 1944, the second son of James and Virginia (Lynch) Blair in Savanna, IL.

After graduating from Sterling High School in 1962, he worked...

Nov 22, 2024

Glenda L. Fetter, 79, of Freeport, IL, passed away on November 22, 2024 at her son’s home. Days prior to passing she was able to say goodbye to many of her nieces and nephews; she was touched by how many were able to come see her.

She was born on 2/24/1945 in Freeport,...

Nov 22, 2024

Mary Ann Eder, 86, of Freeport, IL passed away Friday November 22, 2024 at FHN Memorial Hospital. She was born February 5, 1938 in Shannon, IL to Ben and Mary (Eilers) Johnson. Mary was a 1956 graduate of Shannon High School, where she participated in band playing the clarinet. On November 25, 1961 she married Arnold Eder...

Nov 21, 2024

Cora Beatrice Weaver, 103, of Freeport, passed away, Thursday November 21, 2024, at Parkview Home. Cora was born February 4, 1921 in Freeport, the daughter of Calvin and Mable (Hutmacher) Young. She married George J. Weaver January 11, 1941, in Dubuque, Iowa. Mr. Weaver passed away December 19, 2009. Cora was a 1939 graduate of Freeport High...

Nov 20, 2024

Michele L. Firebaugh, 60, of Winnebago, went to be with the Lord on November 20, 2024 after a brief illness. Born on June 17, 1964, in Freeport, she was the daughter of Doug and Audrey (Bessert) Firebaugh. A 1982 graduate of Freeport High School, she went on to earn a BA in Accounting from Manchester University in...

Nov 17, 2024

Clifford Lee Collier transitioned peacefully into God’s arms on November 17. 2024. He was the beloved son of the late Lonnie and Willie Mae Collier.

Born August 16, 1953 in Ruleville, Mississippi, Clifford was the third oldest of nine children. Although Clifford's life journey was marked by many challenges because of his disability,...

Nov 16, 2024

Richard “Dick” L. Stocker, 77, of Forreston, IL passed away Saturday November 16, 2024 at FHN Memorial Hospital, surrounded by his family. He was born May 26, 1947 in Monroe, IA, the son of Cleo and Dorla (Fullerton) Stocker. On September 2, 1972 he married Wanda Watry and they spent 52 wonderful years together. Dick enjoyed horseback...

Nov 13, 2024

Jim "Mac" McDearmon, 85, of Freeport, IL passed away November 13, 2024 at FHN Memorial Hospital. He was born December 3, 1938 in Jordan Township, Whiteside County, Illinois. In high school, Jim pumped gas at a filling station, and worked with Bob Reverts studying wildlife in Mount Carroll. He would often recite the scientific names for animals that he learned...

Nov 13, 2024

Elizabeth Sue Smetzler, 78, of Freeport, passed away, Wednesday November 13, 2024 in her home, surrounded by her loving family. Elizabeth was born August 7, 1946, in Chicago, Illinois, the daughter of Lillian L. Welch. Elizabeth married Arthur L. Smetzler October 15, 1966 in Rockton, Illinois. Mr. Smetzler passed away March 3, 2016. Mrs. Smetzler...

Nov 12, 2024

Craig William Greenfield, 71, of German Valley Illinois was called home on November 12, 2024. He was born on October 18,1953 to Barbara and Lester Greenfield of Foreston, Illinois. He married Kay Abbas on January 2, 1982, in German Valley Christian Reformed Church.

Craig Greenfield held a variety of different jobs throughout his...

Nov 11, 2024

Bradley S. Canada, 58, of Freeport, IL passed away Monday November 11, 2024 at FHN Memorial Hospital. He was born September 27, 1966 in Rockford, IL to James and Verna (Walker) Canada. Bradley loved sports and he was an avid fan of the Chicago Cubs, Bears, and Bulls. He enjoyed reading non-fiction books and loved watching “judge”...

Nov 11, 2024

Wayne Edward Artman, 73, Freeport --passed away surrounded by his family Monday November 11, 2024 at home, the result of a battle with Pancreatic Cancer. He was born November 1,1951, the son of William and Ruth (Flury) Artman.

Wayne married Mary Martin on 2/12/1969. During their 55 year marriage they traveled to several...

Nov 11, 2024

Ruth “Ruthie” Kunkle Kempthorne, age 93, was called home peacefully on November 11, 2024 after a hard fought battle with cancer and a brief illness. She was born in Freeport, IL on February 3, 1931.

The daughter of Russell and Frances Kunkle “Lamia”. She was employed at Micro Switch for 31 years. Soon...

Nov 9, 2024

Betty D. Fenton passed into eternal rest November 9, 2024 at Ascension Living St. Joseph in Freeport. She was born in Freeport, IL to Jesse V. and Hazel (Woods) Weckerly on July 29, 1930, joining her older siblings Robert, Naomi, Jeanette, Bradley, Eileen, Vita, and Lee. Betty graduated from Freeport High School in 1948. She met the...

Nov 5, 2024

Mardella Alice Kuper August 13, 1927 - November 5, 2024

Mardella Kuper, 97, of Freeport, formerly of Forreston, passed away on Tuesday, November 5, 2024, at Oakley Courts Assisted Living in Freeport. She was born August 13, 1927, the daughter of Jake and Alice (Buss) Fransen.

Mardella was a...

Nov 5, 2024

Janice Ann Bryant, 84, of Freeport, passed away, Tuesday November 5, 2024. Janice was born October 16, 1940, in Freeport, the daughter of Albert and Valeria (Hornbogan) Bollon. She married Robert Bryant, who preceded her in death. Janice enjoyed weekend getaway trips with her daughters, going shopping, spending time with all of her family, and following the...

Nov 4, 2024

Arlo G. Trickel, 81, of Freeport died November 4, 2024. He was born March 7, 1943 in Freeport, IL the son of Arlie and Doris Trickel. Arlo was a 1961 graduate of Freeport High School. On April 16, 1966 he married Carolyn Stahl. He was employed at Micro Switch in Freeport for over 40 years before his...

Nov 3, 2024

Sunrise: May 12th 1963

Sunset:November 3rd 2024

Andrian Christine (Pugh) Allen age 61

Andrian was the second child born to the union of Ellis and Kay (Taylor) Pugh, on May 12th, 1963 in Freeport, Illinois. Andrian accepted Christ at an early age. Andrian worshipped at St Martin Missionary Baptist Church, under...