Audrey Jean Balk, 88, of Fulton, IL, died Monday, September 15, 2025, at her home. Audrey was born on August 3, 1937, to Paul and Phernie (Eizenga) Tichler in Morrison, IL. She graduated from Morrison High School in 1955. On June 1, 1956, she married Kenneth E. Balk, and
Linda M. Pilgrim, 72, of Prophetstown, IL, died Saturday September 6, 2025, at CGH Medical Center, Sterling, IL. She was born on June 28, 1953, the daughter of Edward and Sally (Ford) Powell and attended Prophetstown schools. Linda had served as the Lyndon, IL, Village Clerk for a number
Richard Johnson, 81, of Morrison, IL, died Saturday, September 6, 2025, at his home. Richard was born November 19, 1943, in St. Charles, IL, to Verne and Pauline (McKinness) Johnson. He was educated in St. Charles grade schools and was a graduate of Clinton, IA, High School. On October
Phillip M. Renkes, 90, of Morrison, IL, passed away Saturday, September 6, 2025, at OSF St. Anthony Medical Center in Rockford, IL. Phil was born October 16, 1934, in Clinton, IA, to Vernon D. and Janette (Dykema) Renkes. He was educated in the Clinton grade schools and graduated from
Susan E. Bart, 63, of Morrison, IL, died Sunday, August 10, 2025. Susan was born on January 20, 1962, in Streator, IL, to Alphy and Betty (Metz) Menold. She grew up in Princeville, IL, where she attended local schools and graduated from Princeville High School. In her early years,
Rachel Marie Tucker, 44, of Morrison, IL, died on Friday, August 1, 2025, at her home. Rachel was born December 30, 1980, in Clinton, IA, to Raymond and Jolene “Jody” (Meeker) Tucker. She attended Morrison schools. Rachel had worked as a CNA for various facilities in the area and
The family of Marla A. Vos of Morrison, IL, is saddened to announce her passing on Friday, August 29, 2025, at the age of 60. Marla passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her family. She bravely fought a brief battle with an aggressive brain cancer, known as glioblastoma
Ronald Sharp, Sr., 86, of Tampico, IL, passed away peacefully surrounded by family. Born on August 27, 1938, in Lincoln, IL, Ronald was the son of Roy and Rosetta (Petro) Sharp. He married the love of his life, Patsy Miller, on August 5, 1961, at the Church of Christ
Thomas E. “Tommy” Scidmore died Sunday, August 24, 2025, at Rock River Hospice & Home in Sterling, IL. His last few days were spent surrounded by his loving wife and his children and grandchildren. He reminisced and shared special memories, even while assuring everyone that he knew he was
Margaret “Margie” Jean Simpson Selburg 76, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 24, 2025, surrounded by family, after spending time with her children and grandchildren. Born on March 29, 1949, in Mason, MI, Margie grew up with a spirit of creativity, kindness, and community that guided her throughout her
John K. Henson, 89, of Sterling, IL, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Monday, August 18, 2025, at Resthave Care & Rehabilitation (Skilled Care) in Morrison, IL. John was born July 3, 1936, the first son of Kermit and Charlotte Scott Henson. He graduated from Sterling High School
Barbara Anne Leech, 76, of Morrison, IL, died Monday, August 18, 2025, at her home in Morrison. Barb was born November 12, 1948, in Norwich, CT, to William J. and Louise Marie (Payette) Baran. She attended Norwich Free Academy High School and then went to Bay Path Junior College
Diane Judd, 75, of Clinton, IA, died Saturday, August 16, 2025, at Genesis Medical Center East, in Davenport, IA. Diane was born November 10, 1949, in Morrison, IL, to Marion W. and Rena K. (Brackemyer) Schaver. She was educated in the Prairie Center Grade School in rural Whiteside County
Rachel Marie Tucker, 44, of Morrison, IL, died on Friday, August 1, 2025, at her home. Rachel was born December 30, 1980, in Clinton, IA, to Raymond and Jolene “Jody” (Meeker) Tucker. She attended Morrison schools. Rachel had worked as a CNA for various facilities in the area and
Heaven gained a sports fan when our dear father passed away, on Saturday, August 2, 2025, at the age of 93. Jack Hubert Ottosen, Yorkville, IL, was born on September 25, 1931, son of John and Florence (Nunn) Ottosen. He was raised in Wisconsin and northern Illinois, graduating from