Diana D. Fox
Sep 29, 2026
Diana D. Fox passed away on Tuesday, September 29, 2026, in Freeport IL. She was born in Freeport, IL on August 29th, 1945, to Howard and Hulda (Drake) Trei.
Diana was a 1963 Forreston High School graduate. She owned and operated Fox Heritage Travel Agency for 59 years. She married John “Jack” Fox in Freeport on June 6, 1996. Diana liked...
Kim Patrick Bloyer
Sep 29, 2026
Kim Patrick Bloyer, 70, of Freeport, passed away, Tuesday September 30, 2026, in his home.
A celebration of life will be held at a later date.
Complete obit and services times to be posted in the near future.
Paul Richard Gale
Sep 28, 2026
Paul Richard Gale, 81, of Freeport, Illinois, passed away after a brief illness on September 28, 2026, in Freeport.
Paul was born on November 5, 1944, in Clinton, Iowa, the son of Ralph and Dorothy (Miller) Gale. He was raised in Savanna, Illinois, and graduated from Savanna High School. In 1974, he earned a Bachelor of Science in journalism from Northern...
Edward Francis Finch D.A.
Sep 28, 2026
The death of long-time Freeport teacher Edward F. Finch was announced on September 28, 2026. The late Dr. Finch, is widely known in the community for his activities with various historical organizations and his writings, including several novels.
His life was guided by his Faith and his favorite novel: “To Serve Them All My Days” by R. F. Delderfield.
Born in Taylorville,...
Theresa Louise (Milburn) Tischer
Sep 26, 2026
Freeport – Theresa Louise (Milburn) Tischer (89) of Freeport, Illinois passed away on September 26, 2026. She passed away at Mercy Health Hospital after a brief illness.
She was born on September 27, 1936, in Bunker Hill, West Virginia, the daughter of Harold Milburn and Leona (Dillard) Milburn. She had four brothers, Howard, Virgil, Kenneth, and Robert Milburn; and seven sisters,...
Izola W. McGee
Sep 22, 2026
Izola W. McGee, 77, of Freeport, passed away September 22, 2026. Funeral services will be 1:00 pm Saturday October 3, 2026 at Mt. Carmel Missionary Baptist Church. Visitation 11:00 am until the time of service at the church. Burial will be in City Cemetery.
Amy Marie (Kleindl) Sierra
Sep 22, 2026
Amy Marie (Kleindl) Sierra, 50, of Freeport, IL, went home to be with those who departed before her on Tuesday September 22, 2026, at 8:38pm, at Froedtert Hospital in Wauwatosa, WI, while surrounded by family and loved ones holding her close. Amy was born June 16, 1976, in Freeport, Il, the daughter of Clifford Allan and Marlene.
She was blessed with...
Kenneth E. Collin
Sep 21, 2026
Kenneth Emmerson Collin of Freeport, Illinois passed away at age 81 on Monday, September 21, 2026. He died at Mercyhealth Hospital-Freeport after a short illness.
Ken was born on February 14, 1945 in Freeport, Illinois to Emmerson and Dorothy Collin. He grew up with his younger brothers, Gene and Vern, and his younger sister, Janet. Ken graduated from Dakota High School...
Merle Lee Rudisill
Sep 20, 2026
Merle Lee Rudisill, 94, of Brodhead, Wisconsin, formerly of Red Oak, Illinois, passed away, Sunday September 20, 2026, at Dimensions Living Monroe. Merle was born July 31, 1932, in Kent, IL., the son of Vernon and Ethel (White) Rudisill. Merle married Shirley Paxton on June 15, 1963. Mrs. Rudisill passed away December 5, 2019. Mr. Rudisill proudly served his county...
June M. Moring
Sep 18, 2026
June M. Moring, 99, of Baileyville, passed away, Friday September 18, 2026, at FHN Mercyhealth. June was born January 9, 1927, in Florence Station, the daughter of Ernest and Helen (Dickman) Krusey. June married Wayne Moring June 9, 1945, in Freeport. Wayne passed away April 16, 2015. June farmed alongside Wayne for many years. She was a member of Prairie...
Crystal Elizabeth Haddad
Sep 17, 2026
Crystal Elizabeth Haddad was born March 2nd 1940 in Des Moines, IA and died September 17th 2026 in Freeport, IL. She graduated from George Washinton High School in Cedar Rapids, IA, and attended the University of Iowa, Ames & Mount Mercy College in Cedar Rapids, IA.
Daughter of Leon A and Gretchen (Merryman) Glynn, Cris was married on October 6th 1962...
Jeniffer Lynn Spiers
Sep 16, 2026
In Loving Memory of Jeniffer Spiers
Jeniffer Spiers, a beloved mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, aunt, and dear friend, passed away unexpectedly on September 16, 2026, leaving behind a lifetime of love and cherished memories.
Jeniffer was born on December 1, 1975, in Freeport, Illinois, to Thomas Slater Jr. and Donna Hampton. She was a loving and devoted mother whose greatest joy was...
Tracey Kay Neels
Sep 15, 2026
Tracey Kay Neels, 64 of Freeport, Il, passed away Tuesday September 15, 2026 at University of Iowa Hospital, Iowa City, IA . She was born January 16, 1962 in Freeport, Il, the daughter of Calvin and Barbara (Shenberger) Thompson.
Tracey married Brian Neels October 4, 1980 at St. John’s United Church of Christ, Freeport, Il; Brian passed away February 21, 2021.
Tracey...
Carroll H. (Gilly) Gillingham
Sep 15, 2026
Carroll H. (Gilly) Gillingham, 86, of Freeport, IL., passed away peacefully on September 15, 2026, in Freeport, IL. Carroll was born the son of Floyd and Myra (nee Bender) on April 15, 1940, in Richland County, WI.
Carroll married the love of his life, Sandra (nee DeVries) on June 23, 1962 at Baileyville Baptist Church and together they raised four wonderful...
Vicki L. Kleckler
Sep 14, 2026
Vicki L. Klecker, 73, of Lena, Il, passed away, Monday September 14, 2026, at Javon Bea Hospital-Riverside. She was born May 30, 1953, in Freeport, Il, the daughter of Wayne G. and Donna E. (Bear) Nelson. She was a 1971 graduate of Freeport High School. She married her best friend, Terry Kleckler on August 31, 1994 in Gatlinburg, TN.
Vicki spent...
Jason "Jake" Quintero
Sep 12, 2026
Jason "Jake" Quintero, 53, of Freeport, IL, passed away Saturday September 12, 2026. He was born June 11,1973 in Freeport, IL, the son of Ronald and Bobbi (Busekros) Quintero, Sr.
Jason worked in the construction trade. He was a free spirit, loved the outdoors and spending time among his family and friends.
Jake is survived by his son, Jacob Quintero-Welch; his father,...
Verner Mae Lucas-Williams
Sep 11, 2026
REFLECTIONS OF LIFE
A Time To Be Born:
Verner Mae Lucas-Williams was born April 1, 1940 to Maudie Band Mister Mose Ford in Forrest City, Arkansas and was later raised by James & Maudie B. Piggues until her adulthood.
A Time To Live:
Verner joined church at an early age. She attended & graduated from Forrest City, Arkansas public School.
As a girl she worked...
Timothy (Tim) Bryce Roethlisberger
Sep 9, 2026
In Loving Memory of Timothy (Tim) Bryce Roethlisberger
Tim, Mr. Timmy to a very select few, age 38, left this world far too soon, September 9th, leaving behind a whole lot of people who loved him, a lifetime of memories, and probably a few things he was supposed to clean up.
He was a loving son, a loyal friend, a proud dog...
Josie Koester
Sep 9, 2026
Josie Koester, 86 of Freeport, passed away Wednesday, September 9, 2026 peacefully surrounded by her children. Josie was born on December 1, 1939 in Orangeville, Illinois to Alois Moest Sr. and Rosa (Berlinger) Moest. She married Milton Koester on February 20, 1960, in Freeport. She was a 1957 graduate of Orangeville High School. Josie obtained her beautician license and was...
Jason James Bourne
Sep 6, 2026
Jason James Bourne, 56, formerly of Freeport, passed away, Sunday September 6, 2026, Jason was born April 30, 1970, in Freeport, the son of William and Pamela (Hasken) Bourne. He attended Lincoln School in Freeport and Dakota High School. As a boy he liked to go fishing with his dad and big brother, Chad, and sit around the campfire. Jason...
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