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Save the date for a Celebration of Life to honor Ronald Eugene Roels, 73, of Savanna, IL, formerly of Morrison, and Fulton, IL, on Sunday, September 12, 2021, from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.  We would love to share with you in celebrating the big life of Ron Roels.  The location

Peter Jack Rumfelt, newborn, passed away on Sunday, August 1, 2021, in Sterling, IL. Peter was born August 1, 2021, in Sterling, to Marcus Allen and Kelsey Ann (Sibley) Rumfelt. Survivors include his parents, Marcus and Kelsey Rumfelt of Morrison, IL; brother, Allen Rumfelt; sister, Lily Blake; maternal grandmother, Shelly

Mary Lou Houzenga, 87, died on Sunday, August 1, 2021, at her home in Thomson, IL. Mary Lou was born May 18, 1934, in Wacker, IL, to Ernest E. and Eliza J. (Harding) LaShelle.  In her elementary years, she moved often and attended various schools during that time.  She was

Doris M. Detweiler, 87, passed away July 29, 2021, at Regency Care of Sterling, IL. She was the daughter of Glenn and Mildred Detweiler.  She was a devoted member of the Rock Falls[, IL,] United Methodist Church.  While living in Colorado Springs, CO, she sang with The Sweet Adelines and

Clarice Mae Meyer, 94 of Erie, IL, passed away on Thursday, July 29, 2021, at Pleasant View Rehabilitation & Health Care Center, Morrison, IL. Clarice was born May 22, 1927, in Bristow, IA, the daughter of Gerhard “Gus” and Gertrude “Gertie” (Meyer) Siefken.  She married Reverend Ralph Stado Meyer on

Daniel J. Buckley, Jr. 81, of Morrison, IL, died Friday, July 30, 2021, at his home. Dan was born September 19, 1939, in Elmwood Park, IL, to Daniel J. and Margaret L. (Janotte) Buckley.  He was educated in the Whittier Grade School in Waukegan, IL, and was a 1957 graduate

The Vegter family is hosting a Memorial Reception for the late Marilyn and Steven Vegter, on Saturday, August 7, 2021, at Triple Play Bowling & Banquet, 1601 9th Avenue in Fulton, IL.  Everyone is invited to stop by between 1:00 and 4:00 p.m., enjoy fellowship and help the family celebrate

Gary Eugene Dirks, 62, of Prophetstown, IL, died Saturday, July 10, 2021. Gary was born April 11, 1959, in Dixon, IL, the son of Donald and Leona (Kurk) Dirks. He was a graduate of Sterling High School, Class of 1978, and University of Madison Short Course 1981.  He married Linda

Paul J. Huizenga, 98, of Morrison, IL, died Saturday, July 17, 2021, at Resthave Care & Rehabilitation, in Morrison, IL. Paul was born September 25, 1922, in rural Whiteside County, Ustick Township, Fulton, IL, to Claus P. and Kate (Eissens) Huizenga.  He was educated in the Fairhaven and Cobb Schools

Lois Marie Musselman passed away on Friday, July 16, 2021, she was 95. Lois was born March 23, 1926, the daughter of George and Emma Bongart of Sterling, IL.  At age seven her father passed from appendicitis.  Their little family, mother Emma and sister Lilla Jane, moved to the Morrison,

You are invited to a Memorial Reception in Loving Memory of Roger and Marla Buikema, Saturday, July 17, 2021, at Morrison-Rockwood State Park Lakeview North/South Pavilion. Please stop by and visit the family between 1:00 and 4:00 p.m. and share refreshments, dessert, and a favorite memory. You may RSVP to

Maria L. Huizenga, 74, of Morrison, IL, died Wednesday, June 30, 2021, at CGH Medical Center, in Sterling, IL. Maria was born October 25, 1946, in Thomaston, GA, to Henry J. and Mildred C. (Reeves) Forster, Sr.  She was educated in rural Whiteside County grade schools and attended Morrison High

Harvey Wiebenga, 81, of Fulton, IL, died Wednesday, June 30, 2021, at CGH Medical Center in Sterling, IL. Harvey was born August 28, 1939, in Fulton, to Richard “Dick” and Winnie (Balk) Wiebenga.  He was educated in the Excelsior Christian Grade School in Fulton and was a 1957 graduate of