Judy Paisley (1938 – 2017)

Judy Paisley, age 79, of Morrison, IL, passed away on Saturday, April 22, 2017, at Pleasant View Nursing Home in Morrison, IL, surrounded by her family. Judy was born in Michigan on January 5, 1938. She moved to Illinois in 1954 after marrying J .C. Gantenbein. During that union, they

Barbara R. Johnson (1925 – 2017)

Barbara R. Johnson, 91, of Resthave Home, Morrison, IL, died Monday, December 19, 2016, at the nursing home. Barbara was born on April 16, 1925, in Moline, IL, to Emile J. and Ruth M. (Anderson) Elander. She was educated in the Moline grade schools and was a graduate of Moline

Caregiver’s Education Series

Resthave Home and Beacon of Hope Hospice will present a series designed for caregivers.  Once-a-month sessions will be held at Resthave Home’s Assisted Living Dining Room, 408 Maple Avenue, Morrison, IL, from noon to 1:00 p.m.  A free lunch will be served.  Please call Tawnya or Karla at 815-772-4021 to

Marion Kentfield Paulsen (1920 – 2017)

Marion Kentfield Paulsen, 96, passed away Monday, April 10, 2017, at her home in Scottsdale, AZ. Marion was born in Morrison, IL, on August 6, 1920, in the family home at 201 Grape Street. She was the first child of Carl and Martha Wildi, and big sister to George (deceased),

Janna (Vogel) DeVries-Lennon (1917 – 2017)

Janna (Vogel) DeVries-Lennon, 99, of Resthave Home, Morrison, IL, died Sunday, April 9, 2017, at Resthave. Janna was born June 26, 1917, in York Township, IL, to Klaus and Celia (VanDyke) Vogel.  She was educated in the Morrison Grade Schools and was a 1935 graduate of Morrison High School in

Paul A. Zurn (1982 – 2017)

Paul A. Zurn, 35, of North Aurora, IL, died Friday, April 7, 2017, at his home.  In the midst of mourning, his family’s sustaining comfort is Paul’s faith in Jesus Christ. Paul’s charming presence entered the world on January 30, 1982, in Galena, IL, as the first-born son of Michael P.

Wayne L. Van Zuiden (1933 – 2017)

Wayne L. Van Zuiden, 84, of Fulton, IL, died Thursday, April 6, 2017, at Genesis Medical Center East, Davenport, IA. Wayne was born January 19, 1933, in Newton Township, Rural Albany, IL, the son of William J. and Fannie (VenHuizen) Van Zuiden. He married Leslie Peterson on July 13, 1952,

Harold L. Wickler (1945 – 2017)

Harold L. Wickler, age 71, of Morrison, IL, passed away peacefully while surrounded by family on Wednesday, April 5, 2017, after a courageous 18-month battle with cancer. He was born on May 4, 1945, in Platteville, WI, to Myles and Margaret (Keough) Wickler.  His formative years were filled with his

Roger Keith Kallenbach (1935 – 2017)

Roger Keith Kallenbach, 81, a loving husband, supportive father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend to all passed away Wednesday, April 5, 2017, in Mission, TX. Roger was born April 9, 1935, to Harry and Mildred (VanVliet) Kallenbach in Niagra, WI. He married Carol Jane Hockman on July 3, 1955, at First

Anna M. Ellis (1921 – 2017)

Anna M. Ellis, 96, of Resthave Home, Morrison, IL, died Tuesday April 4, 2017, at Resthave Home. Anna was born January 11, 1921, in Fulton, IL, to Jacob M. and Bessie (Houzenga) Huizenga. She was educated in the Round Grove School of rural Whiteside County. Anna married Gale E. Ellis

Leora Mae Beveroth (1927 – 2017)

Leora Mae Beveroth, 89, of Sterling, IL, passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, April 3, 2017, surrounded by her family. Leora was born June 7, 1927, in Sterling, the daughter of Roy J. and Olga (Buhrow) Wolber. She married Herman Beveroth on June 6, 1948, at First Lutheran

Upcoming Health Events

Join University of Illinois Extension Educator Karla Belzer on Thursday, April 6, 2017, as she leads participants through interactive activities, designed to exercise the brain, to maintain and enhance cognitive function and memory.  You are never too young or too old to get started training your brain, so join Karla

County Healthier Communities Partnership Walks for Health

Whiteside County Healthier Communities Partnership (WCHCP) will participate in National Public Health Week Monday, April 3, 2017, to Sunday, April 9. The WCHCP is made up of 30 local agencies, including health, police, schools, mental health, and other social agencies.  All are committed to getting healthier by walking towards their

Lola Jean Behrens (1928 – 2017)

Lola Jean Behrens, age 88 of rural Sterling, IL, died Tuesday, March 28, 2017. She was born on June 9, 1928, in Sterling, the daughter of Lawrence and Erma (Watson) Dirks. She married Donald H. Behrens on October 22, 1950; he preceded her in death on March 19, 2006. Lola

Fenton Blood Drive April 11

Fenton United Methodist Church will host a community blood drive from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m., on Tuesday, April 11, 2017. This drive is open to the public and will be held at 10019 Main Street, Fenton, IL. Appointments are appreciated; walk-in donors will be welcome. To donate, please contact Judy