Obituaries

Aug 5, 2025

*September 11, 1942 – August 5, 2025*

Richard Douglas "Doug" Jennings, faithful servant of God, devoted husband, loving father, grandfather, great-grandfather, successful businessman, and cherished friend to many, passed away peacefully on August 5, 2025, at the age of 82.

Doug was born on September 11, 1942, to Howard and Ethel (Stoltz) Jennings in Huntington, Indiana. Doug is preceded in death by...

Aug 4, 2025

Larry J. Shipp, 77, of Freeport, IL passed away Monday August 4, 2025 at FHN Memorial Hospital. He was born October 23, 1947 in West, MS, the son of Singelton and Paralee (Horton) Shipp. In Larry’s younger years he attended St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church in Freeport. He was employed at Micro Switch and in later years he worked in...

Jul 25, 2025

Becky Jane Holz, 66, of Freeport, passed away, Friday, July 25, 2025, in her home, surrounded by her loving family. Becky was born March 10, 1959, in Rapid City, South Dakota, the daughter of Allen and Bernice (Kurle) Schock. Becky was a 1977 graduate of Savanna High School. She married Rodney “Rod” Holz on April 25, 1987, in Hanover, Illinois....

Jul 20, 2025

Stephen Eugene Marks "Steve" passed away on July 20th, 2025 in Mesa, Arizona at the age of 76. He was born on April 6, 1949, to Eugene and Jean (Koller). He graduated from Freeport High School in 1967. Steve received his Bachelor of Science in physical education from Southern Illinois University in 1973. He continued his education at Southern Illinois...

2025

Stephen Eugene Marks "Steve" passed away on July 20th, 2025 in Mesa, Arizona at the age of 76. He was born on April 6, 1949, to Eugene and Jean (Koller). He graduated from Freeport High School in 1967. Steve received his Bachelor of Science in physical education from Southern Illinois University in 1973. He continued his education at Southern Illinois...

Jul 20, 2025

LaTrice’s Story: The Light of a Superstar

 Ms. LaTrice LaToya Newton was born on November 28th, 1981, to her loving mother, Lucy Ree Newton, and father, Johnny Morris Jr. From the very beginning, Lucy Ree saw her beautiful daughter as something extraordinary, her shining star and greatest joy. She was raised in faith at St. James CME Church and later continued...

Jul 18, 2025

Bradford Allen Duitsman, 74, of Freeport, IL passed away July 18, 2025 at the William S. Middleton Memorial Veterans Hospital in Madison, WI. He was born December 5, 1950 in Freeport, IL the son of Wendall and Dorothy (Eikamp) Duitsman. Brad served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War from May 1971-May 1973. After serving in...

Jul 13, 2025

Karen S. (Sager) Glasgow 72, passed away Sunday, July 13, 2025 at home from a short battle with Cancer. Karen married the love of her life Perry Glasgow on Sept. 4 , 1971 in Galena. He preceded her in death on Dec. 4, 2005. Karen was born Sept. 14, 1952 in Freeport to Harold and Ellen (Leiby) Sager. On March...

Jul 13, 2025

Marilyn Denise Carter, 69, left her earthly home at 10:10 a.m. Sunday, July, 13, 2025 at Freeport Memorial Hospital, surrounded by her loving family.

Marilyn was born in Freeport, Illinois to Henry Sr. and Cynthia Mae Carter on February 5, 1956. She was the 5th of 7 siblings.

Marilyn professed her faith and hope in Christ at an early age on February...

Jul 12, 2025

Judith Ann Decker, long time resident of Stockton, Illinois passed away on July 12, 2025 at the age of 81. Judy was a loving and cherished friend, devout Christian, dedicated community member, supportive colleague and family member to many.

Judy was born on September 14, 1943 in LaMars, Iowa, daughter of Dr. Lyle Rachuy and Viola (Stratmann ) Rachuy, whom proceeded...

Jul 10, 2025

Celebrating the Life and Legacy of David Williams Sr. 

January 26, 1940 – July 10, 2025

David Williams Sr. of Freeport, Illinois, born January 26, 1940, in Osceola, Arkansas, to Reverend O.T. Williams and Hallie Williams.

He was preceded in death by six siblings. He is survived by his wife Ardie Williams, his children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, family, friends, and a freezer probably still...

Jul 9, 2025

Wednesday July 9, 2025 Betty J. Tormohlen peacefully took her last breath and entered her eternal life, trusting her Heavenly Father completely. Betty was born May 5, 1925 in Rockford, Illinois to Leslie H. Magnuson and Blanche (Andrus) Magnuson. She was predeceased by her parents, her younger brother Lloyd Magnuson, and her husband of 57 years Paul H. Tormohlen. Betty...

Jul 5, 2025

Sergeant Lane J. Hellwig, 22, of Fort Greely, AK passed away on July 5, 2025.

He was born on January 14, 2003, in Freeport to Jeffrey and Tana (Cummins) Hellwig. Lane had a deep Christian faith. He loved to play soccer, go fishing and four-wheeling and watch movies. He also had a great love for cats (Nugget) and all kinds of...

Jul 3, 2025

Beverly Jane Maher, 90, of Freeport, IL passed away Thursday July 3, 2025 at Ascension Living Saint Joseph Village. She was born February 28, 1935 in Belvidere, IL, the daughter of William and Gladys (Artz) Meckley. On September 1, 1955 she married Robert Maher. Robert passed away January 30, 2008. Beverly enjoyed tending to her flower gardens, word searches puzzles,...

Jul 1, 2025

Martin Leroy Genkinger, 84, of Freeport, IL passed away Tuesday July 1, 2025 at Pearl Pavilion in Freeport. He was born September 1, 1940 in Sterling, IL the son of Robert and Celia (Smith) Genkinger. Martin was a 1959 graduate of Forreston High school. On June 13, 1959 he married Linda Pierce in Forreston, IL. Martin was employed at Micro...

Jun 30, 2025

Lorna Jean Sullivan was reunited with her loving husband Kerry Edward Sullivan on Monday, June 30th, 2025. She was born in Hamilton, Ontario on April 10, 1952, to Shirley Murial Stapley.

Lorna was raised by her mother with a strong faith that she practiced for her entire life. She attended Fitzgerald High School in Warren, MI and married Kerry on August...

Jun 30, 2025

Carol Margaret Dammann, 86, of Freeport rejoiced on Monday, June 30, 2025 as she went home to reunite with her beloved husband Hank, whom she said had been ‘calling’ for her. Carol was born September 10th, 1938, in Monroe, WI, to Peter and Hulda (Hutzel) Grossenbacher. She and her family were lifelong members of Bethany U.C.C.

On September 17th, 1960, Carol...

Jun 29, 2025

Cathy Jo Dean was surrounded by her loving family when she was called home to be with her lord and savior on Sunday, June 29th, 2025. She was born in Freeport IL on July 5, 1959, to Gerald and Mary Viola (Howe) Parriott.

Cathy practiced a lifelong Christian faith. She was a 1977 graduate of Freeport High School. Cathy worked many...

Jun 27, 2025

MaryBeth (Dahms) Coleman, 56, was called home to the Lord, on Friday, June 27, 2025, surrounded by family at St. Anthony Hospital in Lakewood, Colorado.

MaryBeth was born in Freeport, IL on August 28, 1968, the daughter of Lyle and Alice (Richtemeyer) Dahms. She was the youngest of eight children. She graduated from Freeport High School in 1986, and the University...

Jun 26, 2025