Steven E. Tegeler (1957 – 2025)

  Steven E. Tegeler, age 68, of Rock Falls, IL, passed peacefully surrounded by his loving family, on Monday, October 13, 2025, at OSF St. Anthony Medical Center in Rockford, IL. Steven was born March 19, 1957, in Morrison, IL, the son of Paul and Irma (Tiesman)...

Paul A. Engelken (1941 – 2025)

  Paul A. Engelkens, 84, of Morrison, IL, died on Friday, October 10, 2025, at Rock River Hospice & Home in Sterling, IL. Paul was born September 2, 1941, in Morrison, the son of Jake and Abbie (Peoples) Engelkens.  He married Cindy Gorzney on July 8, 1967,...

Tanya Lynn Gaffey (1975 – 2025)

Tanya Lynn Gaffey, age 50, of Rock Falls, IL, died on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, at her home. Tanya was born July 12, 1975, in Sterling, IL, the daughter of Jack and Melody (Manon) Bender.  She was employed as a CNA for many years.  Tanya enjoyed painting, drawing,...

Robert V. Vandermyde (1945 – 2025)

Robert V. Vandermyde, 80, of Morrison, IL, passed away at home on Wednesday, October 8, 2025. Bob was born September 28, 1945, in Morrison, to Vernon (Bill) and Gladys (Dykstra) Vandermyde.  He was educated in Morrison grade schools and graduated from Morrison High...

Karen Margaret Howe (1945 – 2025)

  Karen M. Howe, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, cousin, and friend, passed away peacefully on September 25, 2025, at the age of 80. Karen was born on August 2, 1945, in Morrison, IL, to Dewitt K. and Violetta M. (Humphrey) Beswick.  She graduated from...