Sue E. Endress, 77, died Monday, November 17, 2025, at The Citadel of Sterling, IL. Sue was born on September 10, 1948, in Peoria, IL, the daughter of Samuel and Margaret Endress. She was employed as a Security Guard for several years. Sue was a skilled Seamstress and a member […]
The Loft on Main, 112 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL, will host “Third Thursday,” on November 20, 2025, (before the gallery doors open) from 8:00 to 10:00 a.m. Male and female visitors are invited to relax in conversation. Third Thursday gatherings offer a pleasant opportunity for our residents and visitors […]
By Jerry Lindsey, Assistant Editor. The Morrison Area Development Corporation (MADC) held their Annual Meeting at Morrison Institute of Technology, 701 Portland Avenue, Morrison, IL, on Thursday, November 6, 2025. MADC President Bob Smith opened the evening and introduced the first presenter, City Administrator Brian Melton. Melton offered an […]
Submitted by Gary Camarano, Whiteside Economic Development Director. Jungbunzlauer, a global leader in sustainable, high-quality ingredients from natural sources, announced on Friday, November 6, 2025, the successful acquisition of International Flavors & Fragrances’ multipurpose production site in Thomson, IL. Learn more at www.jungbunzlauer.com. This strategic investment marks Jungbunzlauer’s first U. […]
Morrison Historical Society concludes its monthly programming on Sunday, November 23, 2025, with live musical entertainment. “The New Connection” features vocalists and musicians: Paul Engwall, Jim Roerder, and Jenna Scifres. They play a variety of acoustic instruments. Sing-a-long during military tributes and Americana tunes. Morrison Heritage Museum is at […]
Jane Ann James, 97, of Morrison, IL, died Monday, November 17, 2025, at Resthave Care & Rehabilitation in Morrison. Jane was born August 15, 1928, in Morrison, to Kenneth and Luella (Oostenryk) Paschal. She attended the Morrison grade schools and was a 1946 graduate of Morrison High School. She […]
On Monday, November 17, 2025, the Editor returned to work after purchasing a new laptop and having it prepared for use. Nine Obituaries were posted Monday, to bring the notices up to date, even though services for seven of them are over. There are two current Obituary announcements listed.
Sandra Lynn Dyche, 79, of Dixon, IL, died on Friday, November 14, 2025, at her home. Sandra was born August 12, 1946, in Norfolk, VA, the daughter of Ward and Luella (Bonnell) Duvall. She married Warren Musser on April 13, 1964, in Rock Falls, IL. She later married Walter […]
Judy A. Nissen (77) went to Jesus on Thursday, November 13, 2025, following a heart procedure at OSF Hospital in Rockford, IL, while surrounded by her loved ones. Known to most as Grandma Judy, she was born December 7, 1947, in Hammond, IN. Having lost her mother in an […]
Dorothy Ann Rosenow, 91, of Morrison, IL, died Monday, November 3, 2025, at Resthave Care & Rehabilitation in Morrison. Dorothy was born May 31, 1934, in Mt. Pleasant Township, IL, to William and Hilda (Conrady) Beswick. She was educated in the rural Whiteside County grade schools and was a […]
Shirley M. Buikema, 90, of Morrison, IL, formerly of Fulton, IL, died Wednesday, November 5, 2025, at Resthave Care & Rehabilitation in Morrison, IL. Shirley was born January 10, 1935, in Fulton, to Herman and Betty (Damhoff) Koenes. She was educated in the Fulton grade schools and was a […]
Bruce A. Hunter, 82, of Morrison, IL, passed away Thursday, November 6, 2025, at Rock River Hospice & Home, Sterling, IL, following a brief illness. Bruce was born October 2, 1943, in Morrison, the son of Nara and Goldie Hunter. He married Vicki Onken on November 26, 1960, in […]
Gordon “Gordy” Grams, 59 of Dubuque, IA, formerly of Morrison, IL, passed away Friday, November 7, 2025, after a short but brave battle with cancer, at Trinity Unity Pointe Hospital in Rock Island, IL, surrounded by family. Gordon was born December 17, 1965, the youngest son of Carl H. […]
Timothy L. Ebbers, 62 of Morrison, IL, passed away on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, after a short battle with pancreatic cancer. He was born on February 7, 1963, in Morrison, the son of Roland and Charlotte Damhoff Ebbers. He attended Morrison schools and was a 1982 graduate of MorrisonH,igh […]
Margaret “Peg” Eissens, 81, of Morrison, IL, went home to be with her heavenly Father on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, at Morrison Community Hospital. Peg was born April 20, 1944, in Thomson, IL, to Herbert Lawrence and Vada Marie (Brooks) St. Ores. She attended grade school in Thomson and […]