Sep 22, 2025

Henry McCann, 85, joined his loved ones in Heaven on Monday, September 22, 2025.

Born May 12, 1940, in Peoria, Illinois, to Francis and Virginia (Mammen) McCann. Henry grew up with a love for family, hard work, and all things mechanical.

He married the love of his life, Marilyn Andell, on December 27, 1958, at...

Sep 22, 2025

Bernice A. Scheirer, 90, of Metamora, IL passed away at 7:47 am on Monday, September 22, 2025 at Carle Health-Proctor Hospital in Peoria, IL.

She was born on November 30, 1934, in Metamora, IL, to Clarence and Josephine (Krumholz) Grebner.  She married Milton J. Scheirer, Sr. on July 6, 1957 in Metamora, IL.  He passed away on...

Sep 20, 2025

Christine Ann Hohenbery, 75, of Washington, IL, passed away at 12:35 pm on Saturday, September 20, 2025, at her residence, surrounded by family and friends.

She was born on February 25, 1950 in Peoria, IL.  She married Wayne E. Hohenbery on June 28, 1969 in Creve Coeur, IL.

Surviving are her husband, Wayne of Washington;...

Sep 19, 2025

Paul Edward Gerken, 90, of Washington, IL, passed away on Friday, September 19, 2025, with his loving family by his side.

He was born on December 28, 1934, in Washington the son of Theodore and Irene (Wehner) Gerken. He married Shirley Turvill on September 1, 1957, in Washington, IL.

Surviving are his wife, one son,...

Sep 13, 2025

Keith David Kennell, 64, of Lowpoint, IL took his last breath on earth and his first breath in heaven at 9:30 p.m. on Saturday, September 13, 2025.  Surrounded by his wife and family, he passed away from complications of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS).

Keith was born on October 2, 1960, in Peoria, IL to Robert L. and...

Sep 9, 2025

Sue M. Sweeney, 86, of Washington, IL, peacefully passed away on Tuesday, September 9, 2025, just a day shy of her 87th birthday.

Born on September 10, 1938, in Akron, OH, she was the beloved daughter of Hubert A. and Arlene G. Bischoff Sutherland. She married Jerry Sweeney on September 10, 1960, a bond that lasted until...

Sep 7, 2025

John C. Schmidt, 82, of Washington, Illinois peacefully passed away in his sleep at his home in Washington, IL on September 7, 2025. Born on May 1, 1943, in Peoria, IL, he was the beloved son of Florentina J. (Schoning) Schmidt and Clifford X. Schmidt.

He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Paula (Doty) Schmidt;...

Sep 5, 2025

Sharon Roseann Stomberg, 83, of Germantown Hills, IL, passed away peacefully on Friday, September 5, 2025 at The Loft of East Peoria, IL.

She was born on July 22, 1942, in Streator, IL, to George and Florence (Hilyer) Moss.  She married Arvid "Art" Stomberg on February 1, 1964.

Sharon was a loving, caring mother devoted...

Sep 4, 2025

LaVonne Marlene "Bonnie" Strieder, 83, of Metamora, IL, passed peacefully into eternal life on Thursday, September 4, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family.

Born on November 20, 1941, to George Hutt and Rose E. (Mariner) Hutt, Bonnie was later blessed with the care of her stepmother, June Hutt. On July 15, 1961, she married the...

Sep 3, 2025

Gwendolyn R. Garber, 82, of Lowpoint, IL, passed away at 6:45 pm on Wednesday, September 3, 2025 at Carle Health-Methodist Hospital in Peoria, IL.

She was born on September 1, 1943, in Peoria, IL, to Leonard V. and Blanche P. (Kemp) Miller.  She married LeRoy F. Garber on July 21, 1962 in Metamora, IL.

Surviving...

Sep 1, 2025

Lisa A. South, 64, of Germantown Hills, IL, passed away on Monday, September 1, 2025, at her residence.

She was born on December 9, 1960, in Peoria, IL, to Jack and Marilyn (Driggs) South.

Surviving are her three sons, William "Bill" Beard, Jr. of Germantown Hills, IL, Michael Beard of Monee, IL, and Randall Quinn...

Sep 1, 2025

Lura Joan (Wright) Cordes, 89, formerly of Washburn, IL, entered Heaven on Monday, September 1, 2025, at Snyder Village, in Metamora, IL, which had been her home since 2007.  She was surrounded by the love of her family and her assurance in Jesus Christ as her Lord and Savior.

Lura was born on a farm in Malta,...

Aug 31, 2025

Bobby G. Wheeler Sr., 93, passed away on Sunday, August 31, 2025, at Hallmark House in Pekin, IL.

Born on October 14, 1931, in Peoria, he was the son of Joseph "Ed" and Twila Wheeler. After the untimely passing of his mother when he was just three years old, he was lovingly raised by his father and...

Aug 31, 2025

Kathleen E. Golden 72, of Secor, IL, passed away on Sunday, August 31, 2025, at Carle BroMenn Health Center in Bloomington, IL.

She was born on April 22, 1953, in Nashville, TN, the daughter of Floyd and Mary Carroll Cook Adams. She married Scott Golden on August 16, 1986, in Hendersonville, TN.

Surviving are her...

Aug 24, 2025

Zora L. MacDougall, 86, of Washington, gracefully passed away on Sunday, August 24, 2025, at Washington Senior Living in Washington, IL. Born in Belfry, KY, she was the daughter of James and Hazel Smith Varney.

Zora found her life partner, Robert MacDougall, whom she married on April 21, 1962; he sadly preceded her in death on May...

Aug 23, 2025

Joseph L. Curley, 53, of Metamora, IL, passed away at 1:33 am on Saturday, August 23, 2025 in the Emergency Department at Carle Health-Methodist Hospital in Peoria IL.

He was born on July 2, 1972, in Peoria, IL, to Harry W. Curley and Becky Agre.

Joe spent his early life growing up in Lowpoint, IL. ...

Aug 22, 2025

Carol "Jean" Hibbard, 87, of Washington, IL, passed away at her residence on Friday, August 22, 2025.

She was born on September 24, 1937, in Peoria, the daughter of Lyle and Virginia Reynolds Collins. She married Donald Hibbard on May 24, 1958, in Peoria.

Surviving are her husband, their children Cyndi (Pat) Welch, Dana (Todd)...

Aug 21, 2025

Mitchell Brown, 65, of East Peoria, Illinois, passed away on August 21, 2025. He was born on November 26, 1959, in Peoria, Illinois.

Mitchell retired as Assistant General Manager from the Tazewell & Peoria Railroad. He enjoyed spending time fishing, watching the St. Louis Cardinals, and loving on his dogs. Mitchell was a devoted husband and father....

Aug 17, 2025

Gary W. Nerud, 72, of Washington, IL, passed away on Monday, August 17, 2025, at Carle Health Methodist in Peoria, IL.

He was born in Peoria, the son of Joseph and Mary Nerud. He married Penny Shurts on October 9, 1987, in Peoria.

Surviving are his wife, five children, Joseph Nerud of Canton, IL, Ashley...

Aug 15, 2025

Mary Jean Kennel, 84, of Metamora, IL, passed away at 1:12 am on Friday, August 15, 2025, at The Loft Rehabilitation & Nursing in Eureka, IL.  She was born on March 12, 1941, in Peoria, IL, to Paul A. and Verna M. (Noe) Wagner.

Surviving are her children, Bryant (Rhonda) Kennel of Washington, IL, Todd (Cindy) Kennel...