Jul 31, 2025

Diana Kay Gore, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on July 31, 2025, at the age of 65. Born on November 5, 1959, in Peoria, IL the daughter of Alonzo and Delores Suttle Miller.

Surviving are three children Jimmy (Penni) Gore, Shannon Gore and Brandon (Crystal) Gore, and her mother Delores Miller. She was...

Jul 30, 2025

Pamela L. "Pam" Haungs, 85, of Washington, IL, entered heaven's gate peacefully on Wednesday, July 30, 2025, at her home surrounded by her loving family.

She was born on August 4, 1939, in Moline, IL to the late George W. and Lucille (Walker) Grams.  She married Rolland E. "Rollie" Haungs on November 4, 1988.  He passed away...

Jul 28, 2025

Charles Eugene "Chuck" Beneventi, 60, of East Peoria, IL, passed away on Monday, July 28, 2025, surrounded by loved ones.

Born on September 1, 1964, in Peoria, Illinois, Chuck was the son of Ruth and Jerry Beneventi. He graduated from Manual High School and went on to serve his country with honor in the United States Navy....

Jul 28, 2025

MaryJo Holford (83) entered the gates of heaven on July 28, 2025.

Daughter of Harry Ward, Jr. and Arlene M. Witschi -Ward, MaryJo was born in Washington, IL on June 7, 1942, and lived her entire life in the community she loved to serve.

She is survived by her husband (Kenneth G. Holford), her son...

Jul 27, 2025

Rosemary Frances "Rose" Baker, 79, of Washburn, IL, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 27, 2025.

Born on June 30, 1946, in Kampsville, IL, Rose was the daughter of Anita Daniels and Edward Hayn.  She married Bruce W. Baker on January 12, 1974 in East Peoria, IL.  He survives.

Rose was a mother to her...

Jul 27, 2025

Richard Sonnemaker, 84, a proud veteran of the U.S. Air Force, passed away Sunday, July 27, 2025.

Sonny, as he was known to most, was born on March 30, 1941, to Harvey and Laverne (Becker) Sonnemaker of Trivoli, Illinois and attended Farmington High School before enlisting in the U.S. Air Force on November 17, 1959. Sonny married...

Jul 26, 2025

Stanley R. Egli, 67, of Metamora, IL, passed away at 9:26 am on Saturday, July 26, 2025, at his home.

He was born on February 2, 1958, in Peoria, IL, to Ben G. and Shirley A. (Hahn) Egli.  He married Yolanda A. "Lonnie" Grotti on July 12, 1980 in Metamora.

Surviving is his wife, Lonnie...

Jul 25, 2025

Kenneth E. Hostetler, 81, passed away on Friday, July 25, 2025, at Snyder Village Retirement Community in Metamora, IL.

He was born in Shelbyville, IL, on September 15, 1943, to Ira and Velma (Ulrich) Hostetler, the 7th of 8 siblings.  Survivors include two brothers, Roy (Ruth) Hostetler and Raymond (Joanne) Hostetler all of Eureka, IL, many nieces,...

Jul 19, 2025

Marilyn J. Carlson, 84, of Washington, IL, passed away on Saturday, July 19, 2025, at the Loft Rehabilitation and Nursing in Eureka, IL. She was born on November 27, 1940, in Peoria, the daughter of Martin and Lillian Paulson Carlson.

Surviving are one sister, Ellen (John) Welk of Addison, IL. Also surviving are several nieces and nephews....

Jul 18, 2025

Dale Charles Brinkmann, 86, of Germantown Hills, IL, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 18, 2025, surrounded by his family at the OSF Richard L. Owens Hospice Home in Peoria.

Dale was the kindest person, the most loyal husband and father, and a faithful servant of God. Dale was born in 1938 in Breese, IL to Herbert...

Jul 15, 2025

Randall M. Davidson, 73, of Germantown Hills, IL, passed away at 6:37 am on Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at Carle Health-Methodist Hospital in Peoria, IL.

He was born on January 23, 1952, in Peoria, IL, to Leroy Z. and Eva Irene (Pruitt) Davidson.

Surviving are his sister, Kala L. Davidson of Germantown Hills, IL; and...

Jul 12, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Gregory "Greg" Gene Martin, who passed comfortably on Saturday, July 12, 2025, at the age of 78, surrounded by his loved ones. He was a beloved husband, father, son, brother, uncle, brother-in-law, grandfather, and great-grandfather.

He married Barbara Lennie on August 23, 1969, and she is...

Jul 12, 2025

Jane Ann Harless, 93, of Washington, IL passed away at the Richard L. Owens Hospice Home on Saturday, July 12, 2025.

She was born in Bloomington, IN, on January 17, 1932, to Floyd and Wilma Stafford. She married Alan John Harless on August 10, 1952. She attended Purdue University and then, after raising her children, went back...

Jul 12, 2025

Regina "Carol" Woods, 86, of Washington, Illinois, passed away peacefully at her home on July 12, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family.

Carol was born in Cosby, Tennessee, and lived a life marked by quiet strength, kindness, and enduring love. She married John Woods, on February 3, 1961, and he survives.

Carol was...

Jul 11, 2025

Marilyn Jean Pohlman, 76, of Metamora, IL, passed away at 1:00 pm on Friday, July 11, 2025 at the OSF Richard L. Owens Hospice Home in Peoria, IL.

She was born on May 17, 1949, in Peoria, IL, to Leo and Patricia (Craig) Schafts. She married David Pohlman on December 21, 1982 in Missouri.

Surviving...

Jul 10, 2025

William C. Frasco, 90 of Peoria passed away on Thursday, July 10, 2025, at Accolade Health Care in Peoria, IL.

He was born on May 2, 1935, in Peoria, the son of William and Ethel Gorman Frasco.  He married Gloria Dempster on September 1, 1968.

Surviving are his wife, four step children, Steven (Mona) Robinson...

Jul 4, 2025

Roger Dean Hodge, 93, of Metamora, IL, passed away at 2:55 am on Friday, July 4, 2025, at his residence.

He was born on April 9, 1932, in Wilburn, IL, to Clarence and Mrytle (Shepler) Hodge. He married Marilyn E. Carter on March 13, 1953 in Peoria, IL. They had been married for 69 years before Marilyn...

Jul 3, 2025

Bonnie Gaye Schlich, 74, of Toulon, IL, formerly of Metamora, IL, passed away at 9:39 pm on Thursday, July 3, 2025 at Arcadia Care Toulon.

She was born on July 9, 1950, in Peoria, IL, to Arthur J. and Evelyn R. (Sonnenberg) Schlich.

Surviving are her sisters, Kathleen (Dennis) McCullough of Metamora, IL and Aleecia...

Jul 3, 2025

Nancy J. Grebner, 86, of Metamora, IL, passed away at 11:45 am on Thursday, July 3, 2025 at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria, IL.

She was born on September 25, 1938, in Metamora, IL, to Lester and Mildred (Schupp) Gilliatt. She married Russell J. "Bing" Grebner on September 5, 1959 in Metamora, IL.

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Jul 3, 2025

James "Joe" Bolander, 81, of Washington, IL, passed away at 8:57 am on Thursday, July 3, 2025, at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria, IL.

He was born on January 13, 1944, in Peoria, IL, to Clifford and Alberta Frisby Bolander. He married Barb Maxwell on November 18, 1977.

Surviving are his wife, Barb...