Larry L. Sieh 87, of Morrison, IL, died Thursday, April 30, 2026, at Allure of Sterling, in Sterling, IL. Larry was born June 26, 1938, in Morrison, to Max C. and Amelia Caroline (Albers) Sieh. He was raised in Morrison and was a 1956 graduate of Morrison High School.
Corretta Catherine (Bielema) Van Kooten, 96, of Morrison, IL, died Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at Rock River Hospice & Home in Sterling, IL. Coretta was born December 3, 1929, in Fulton, IL, to Joseph and Dorothea (Sterenberg) Bielema, Jr. She married Bruce Van Kooten on February 17, 1950. Together
At the age of 88, Joyce Lorraine Tiesman went home to be with her Heavenly Father, on Friday, April 24, 2026, surrounded by her family. She was born on September 15, 1937, to Henry and Tena (Vos) Tenboer of Morrison, IL. Joyce was educated at Prairie Center Grade School
Editor’s note: This fundraiser day will be the last opportunity to purchase the Morrison Fire Department 150th Anniversary t-shirt. Adult sizes run $20 (for Small, Medium, Large); $23 for (X-Large through XXX-Large.) Youth sizes run Small, Medium, and Large. Morrison Fire Department is a not-for-profit organization that provides critical
On Wednesday, April 29, 2026, Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17), a member of the House Armed Services Committee, pressed Secretary of War Pete Hegseth, on his decision to move jobs away from Rock Island Arsenal–while the United States depletes its munitions supply, because of Trump’s war in Iran. Sorensen’s questioning
Photos were taken by Legion member Barry Linder. During the Memorial Day celebration on Monday, May 25, 2026, take note of new shingles on the pavilion. Volunteer efforts reached new heights this past Saturday, April 25, 2026, as Sterling Commercial Roofing (SCR), a Tecta America Company, LLC spearheaded a
MCH Marketing Director Mick Welding submitted this feature and the photos. Welding stated, “The Morrison Community Hospital Foundation is beyond grateful! A few weeks ago, I received a phone call from Jeni Kessler, Office Manager at Scotts Miracle-Gro in Morrison. She offered to donate mulch for the walking path
Kathleen “Kathy” Joy Cetwinski passed away on Saturday, April 25, 2026, in Deer River, MN. She was born on September 16, 1946, to Harry and Joy (Rose) McGarvey in Dubuque, IA. Her parents moved back to Morrison, IL, and Kathy attended the local Morrison schools. Kathy loved her family
A Celebration of Life will be held at 11:00 a.m., on Saturday, May 2, 2026, at First Presbyterian Church in Morrison, IL, with Rev. Dr. Michael Selburg, Pastor of First Presbyterian Church, and Rev. John Reynolds, Jr. co-officiating. Her Obituary Notice follows. Jane Ann James, 97, of Morrison, IL,
Joyce E. Lancaster, age 89, of Sterling, IL, died Monday, April 20, 2026, at Resthave Care & Rehabilitation in Morrison, IL. Joyce was born October 13, 1936, in Milledgeville, IL, the daughter of Hiram and Crete (Calligan) Ferris. She married Charles Lancaster on January 14, 1956. Joyce enjoyed shopping,
Kevin “Zepe” James Zuidema, 66, of Clinton, IA, passed away with his daughter by his side, on Sunday, April 26, 2026, at the Alverno Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center in Clinton. Kevin was born on April 29, 1959, to David L. and Judith A. (Rasmussen) Zuidema, in Clinton. He was
Brian Bartoz took the photograph and wrote the press release. Twelve students were inducted into Morrison High School’s chapter of the National Honor Society on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, during an evening ceremony in the auditorium. Students were selected based on academic credentials (3.5 GPA or higher); their leadership
Prom Court photo courtesy of Amy Yonk from Onsite Photography. Brian Bartoz submitted the names to match the photo. follows.} [Updated Royalty report follows.] The King and Queen were announced during Grand March in the Morrison High School auditorium. Morrison High School’s Senior Class Prom Court, left-to-right, consisted of
National Volunteer Week is being observed from April 19, through April 25, 2026. The American Red Cross of Illinois would like to honor those who are the heart of the organization. They are volunteers who contribute their time and talent, to make the Red Cross mission possible every day. Generations of American
Patricia Ann (Bramm) Flynn, lovingly known as Mommy/Pat, passed away on April 19, 2026, at the age of 79. On January 25, 1947, she was born in Morrison, IL, on January 25, 1947, to Woodrow Wilson Bramm and Mary Vivian (McMahon) Bramm. She grew up in Morrison, IL, and