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Mrs. Katy (Mudd) Agans


Mrs. Katy Ann (Mudd) Agans, 52, of Galesburg, Illinois, passed away Wednesday May 22, 2024 at home surrounded by her family.She was born February 9, 1972 in Galesburg, the daughter of Daniel and Marlene (Fisher) Mudd. She married Kris Agans July 11, 2023, in Galesburg,She is survived by her husband, Kris; her mother, Marlene (and Gary Wall) Fisher of Galesburg; her father, Daniel Mudd of Galesburg; two daughters, Jessica (and Shane) Nakamura and Sierra Andreatta both of Yankton,...

Mrs. Katy Ann (Mudd) Agans, 52, of Galesburg, Illinois, passed away Wednesday May 22, 2024 at home surrounded by her family.She was born February 9, 1972 in Galesburg, the daughter of Daniel and...

Mrs. JoAnn Baatz


It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Joann Olomon Baatz, born on June 21, 1938, in Galesburg, Illinois, and peacefully passed away on April 7, 2024, in Zephyrhills, Florida. Joann was 85 years old at the time of her passing.Joann had a fulfilling career as an Office Manager for a Mobile Home Transportation Company, where she dedicated herself to her work with diligence and grace. Her interests were varied, and she was known for her talent in knitting, which brought joy...

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Joann Olomon Baatz, born on June 21, 1938, in Galesburg, Illinois, and peacefully passed away on April 7, 2024, in Zephyrhills, Florida....

Mr. Dale Brown


Mr. Dale D. Brown, 64, of Galesburg, Illinois died 4:52 p.m. on Thursday, May 23,2024, at OSF St. Francis Medical Center, Peoria, Illinois after a tough battle with cancer.He was born September 8, 1959, in Galesburg to Dale “Nick” and Nina (Dexter) Brown. He married Stephanie Hodgkins in 1995 in Galesburg.Surviving is a son, Robert Stone of Manito, Illinois, four daughters, Ashley Stewart of Galesburg, Alicia Stone of Knoxville, Illinois, Amber Andre of...

Mr. Dale D. Brown, 64, of Galesburg, Illinois died 4:52 p.m. on Thursday, May 23,2024, at OSF St. Francis Medical Center, Peoria, Illinois after a tough battle with cancer.He was born...

Patricia Scott


Patricia A. Scott, 92, of Galesburg, died at 11:21 p.m. Monday, January 22, 2024, in OSF St. Mary Medical Center.She was born March 23, 1931, in Galesburg, the daughter of George and Dorothy (Steele) Kunkle. She married Richard Scott in Galesburg.She is survived by four children, Gary Scott of Galesburg, Rodney (Alice) Scott of Knoxville, Michael Scott of Galesburg, and Sharon (Charlie) Lange of Sioux City, Iowa; eight grandchildren; and 14 great grandchildren. She was...

Patricia A. Scott, 92, of Galesburg, died at 11:21 p.m. Monday, January 22, 2024, in OSF St. Mary Medical Center.She was born March 23, 1931, in Galesburg, the daughter of George and Dorothy...

Mrs. Dorothy "Dot" Blank


Mrs. Dorothy “Dot” A. Blank, 91, of Kewanee, Illinois passed away at 9:04 pm, Tuesday, May 21, 2024, at OSF St. Mary Medical Center.She was born January 1, 1933, in Maquon, Illinois, the daughter of Melvin and Sylvia (Varnold) Sayrs.Dot is survived by her daughter, Carol (the late David) Fowler of Galva, Illinois; her three stepsons, Mike, Matt, and Mitch Blank; her stepdaughter, Nancy Epley; and several grandchildren, great grandchildren, and great great grandchildren,...

Mrs. Dorothy “Dot” A. Blank, 91, of Kewanee, Illinois passed away at 9:04 pm, Tuesday, May 21, 2024, at OSF St. Mary Medical Center.She was born January 1, 1933, in Maquon, Illinois,...

Christopher "Chris" Daniel Smith


Mr. Christopher Daniel Lee “Chris” Smith, 51, of Galesburg, Illinois passed away at 9:46 pm, Monday, May 20, 2024, at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria.Chris was born July 23, 1972, in Galesburg, the second son of five boys of Delbert Lee and Betty (McClure) Smith.Chris is survived by his brothers, Mark Smith of California, Matthew B. Smith of Kewanee, Illinois, Scott (Kathleen) Smith and Andrew (Rebecca) Smith both of Galesburg; three nieces, Nikki Lamb, Chloe, and...

Mr. Christopher Daniel Lee “Chris” Smith, 51, of Galesburg, Illinois passed away at 9:46 pm, Monday, May 20, 2024, at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria.Chris was born July 23,...

Mr. John Line


Mr. John S. Line, 91, of Knoxville, IL, died peacefully at home on May 22, 2024.John was born on January 18, 1933, to Bernice and Lucille (Loveridge) Line in Kelly Township. After John graduated from Galesburg High School, Galesburg, Illinois in 1950, he began a long and fruitful career as a farmer. He married the love of his life, Jean Ann (Flynn) Line on September 20, 1952, in Galesburg. She preceded him in death on August 29, 2006, after nearly 54 years of...

Mr. John S. Line, 91, of Knoxville, IL, died peacefully at home on May 22, 2024.John was born on January 18, 1933, to Bernice and Lucille (Loveridge) Line in Kelly Township. After John...

Mr. Brandon GeorgeGalesburg


Brandon George, 38, of Galesburg, died unexpectedly Thursday, May 16, 2024 at home.Brandon was born August 30, 1985 in Galesburg to Michael and Mary (Ogden) George. He is survived by his son, Owen George of Canton; His brother, Jeremy (Alisha) George and Sister Gladys (Clarence Lamb) George and adopted sister Sarah (Nick) Payne. He is preceded in death by his parents and two nieces.Brandon was known for his great sense of humor. He loved spending time with friends and family. In his...

Brandon George, 38, of Galesburg, died unexpectedly Thursday, May 16, 2024 at home.Brandon was born August 30, 1985 in Galesburg to Michael and Mary (Ogden) George. He is survived by his son,...

Mr. Greyling Sargeant


Mr. Greyling D. Sargeant, 62, of Galesburg passed away unexpectedly at 3:05 am Wednesday, May 15, 2024, at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria.Greyling was born August 15, 1961, in Galesburg, the son of Donald R. and Barbara J. (Kane) Sargeant. He married Sherry Morrisey on June 10, 1994, in Galesburg. They later divorced but have remained close friends.Greyling is survived by his daughter, Kyleigh (fiancé Thomas Elder) Sargeant of Panama City, Florida; a granddaughter, Letti...

Mr. Greyling D. Sargeant, 62, of Galesburg passed away unexpectedly at 3:05 am Wednesday, May 15, 2024, at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria.Greyling was born August 15, 1961, in...

Prudence "Prue" Hillier


Prudence G. (Gunther) “Prue” Hillier, 78, of Galesburg, died Saturday, May 18, 2024, at home.She was born October 26, 1945, in Galesburg at Cottage Hospital, the daughter of H. Dale and Marie (Maltby) Gunther.She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Melissa J. and Brian D. Pettit; two grandchildren, Jakob Dale Pettit and Molly Marie Pettit; siblings, Pam Robinson and Peter (Mary Lou) Gunther; brother-in-law, Jamie Bjorkman; nephews and nieces, Peter Bjorkman, Cindy...

Prudence G. (Gunther) “Prue” Hillier, 78, of Galesburg, died Saturday, May 18, 2024, at home.She was born October 26, 1945, in Galesburg at Cottage Hospital, the daughter of H. Dale...

Janet Harper


Janet Harper, 57, of Galesburg, passed away Friday, May 17, 2024 at OSF St. Francis in Peoria, IL.Janet was born on May 2, 1967 to James Forshee and Barbara Stancomb. Janet married Daniel Harper on February 2, 1996 in Iowa. Surviving Janet is her husband, Daniel Harper; her mom and step-dad, Phillip and Barbara Woolsey; her children, Joseph Harper of Galesburg, Helen A. Lamb of Arkansas and Nicole M. Lamb of Milan, Illinois; 5 Grandchildren, Her siblings, Jerri (Mark) Taylor of...

Janet Harper, 57, of Galesburg, passed away Friday, May 17, 2024 at OSF St. Francis in Peoria, IL.Janet was born on May 2, 1967 to James Forshee and Barbara Stancomb. Janet married Daniel Harper...

Micheline "Mikey" Smock


Micheline K. “Mikey” Smock, 78, of Galesburg, died at 5:54 p.m. Saturday, May 18, 2024, at Seminary Manor.She was born February 15, 1946, in Galesburg, the daughter of Kenneth S. and Margaret L. (Chester) Sargeant. She was married to Ted Godsil. Later, she married James L. “Jim” Smock on February 28, 1969, in Galesburg. He preceded her in death on March 25, 2013, after 44 years of marriage.She is survived by her children, Kenny (the late Lavina)...

Micheline K. “Mikey” Smock, 78, of Galesburg, died at 5:54 p.m. Saturday, May 18, 2024, at Seminary Manor.She was born February 15, 1946, in Galesburg, the daughter of Kenneth S. and...

Mr. Kenneth Specht


Mr. Kenneth N. Specht, 88, of Galesburg, Illinois passed away at 11:30 am Saturday, May 18, 2024, at OSF St. Mary Medical Center.Kenneth was born September 15, 1935, in Clay County, Illinois, the son of Gould and Ruth (Hall) Specht. He married his high school sweetheart, Margaret Van Etten on May 19, 1957, in Galesburg. After 62 years of marriage, she preceded him in death on May 16, 2020.Kenneth is survived by his children, Steven K. (Gloria) Specht of Galesburg, Kevin N. (Kate) Specht...

Mr. Kenneth N. Specht, 88, of Galesburg, Illinois passed away at 11:30 am Saturday, May 18, 2024, at OSF St. Mary Medical Center.Kenneth was born September 15, 1935, in Clay County, Illinois,...

Mrs. Clara Gilbert


Clara LuElla Gilbert, 85, of Abingdon, Illinois, passed away May 14, 2024 at OSF St. Mary Medical Center, Galesburg.She was born December 24, 1938 in Abingdon, the daughter of George and Gladys (Todd) Landon. She married William “Tom” Gilbert on March 8, 1958 in Abingdon and he preceded her in death on January 13, 2013.She is survived by a son, Thomas (Sherie) Gilbert of Michigan City, Indiana; two daughters, Sandra (Curt) Smail of Maryville, Missouri; Kathy (John) Rubacha of...

Clara LuElla Gilbert, 85, of Abingdon, Illinois, passed away May 14, 2024 at OSF St. Mary Medical Center, Galesburg.She was born December 24, 1938 in Abingdon, the daughter of George and Gladys...

Mrs. Frances Henley


Frances Ann “Fran” Henley, 89, of Galesburg, Illinois passed away at 3:06 a.m. Wednesday, May 15, 2024, at the Knox County Nursing Home, Knoxville, Illinois surrounded by family.Fran was born May 11, 1935, in Galesburg, the daughter of Lloyd and Ruby Grace (Loveridge) Bradburn. She married the love of her life, Russell Bryan Henley on September 29, 1962, in Galesburg. He preceded her in death on October 22, 2022.She was a devoted mother to her two sons,...

Frances Ann “Fran” Henley, 89, of Galesburg, Illinois passed away at 3:06 a.m. Wednesday, May 15, 2024, at the Knox County Nursing Home, Knoxville, Illinois surrounded by family.Fran...

Sandra Kasten


Sandra Jo Kasten, 75, passed away at her group home in Galesburg May 10. She was born in Moline to Earl and Ruby (Papenhausen) Kasten Jan, 13,1949. She was proceeded in death by her parents, brother Gerald, sisters and their spouses, Shirley (Donald) Hemphill and Donna (Claud) Green. She is survived by her sister Linda, 12 nieces and nephews and many extended family members, Graveside Services at Riverside Cemetery Moline, Illinois, Thurs. May 16 at 1 PM. The family thanks all of...

Sandra Jo Kasten, 75, passed away at her group home in Galesburg May 10. She was born in Moline to Earl and Ruby (Papenhausen) Kasten Jan, 13,1949. She was proceeded in death by her parents,...

Mr. CW Goodson


Mr. CW Goodson, 81, of Galesburg, Illinois passed away peacefully Friday, May 3, 2024, at the Allure of Knox County Nursing Home surrounded by his family.CW was born April 29, 1943, in Itta Bena, Mississippi, the son of Clarence and Ida Mae (Triplett) Goodson. He married Ernestine Turner and later married his high school sweetheart, Rev. Johnnie Gordon-Trammell on November 22, 2015, in Galesburg. He was welcomed into her family by her children, Donald E. Trammell of Detroit, Michigan, Rev....

Mr. CW Goodson, 81, of Galesburg, Illinois passed away peacefully Friday, May 3, 2024, at the Allure of Knox County Nursing Home surrounded by his family.CW was born April 29, 1943, in Itta...

Mr. Dale Truelove


Mr. Dale I. “D.I.” Truelove, 71, of Knoxville, Illinois died 11:01 a.m. Friday, May 3, 2024, at his home.He was born May 11, 1952, in Galesburg, Illinois to H. Ivan and Genevieve Grace (Carlson) Truelove. He married Roberta Brown, the mother of his two children. He later married Karen Ghitalla on January 1, 1983, in Galesburg.Surviving is his wife of over 41 years, Karen Truelove of Knoxville, a son, Andrew Dale Truelove of Alabama, a daughter, Angela...

Mr. Dale I. “D.I.” Truelove, 71, of Knoxville, Illinois died 11:01 a.m. Friday, May 3, 2024, at his home.He was born May 11, 1952, in Galesburg, Illinois to H. Ivan and...

Mrs. Sherrill Adco*ck


Sherrill Adco*ck, age 90, passed away on May 1, 2024, at Seminary Manor, Galesburg, Illinois.Sherrill was born January 21, 1934, the daughter of Cletus and Lavonne (Schroeder) Hartzell. She was raised in Victoria, Illinois, and graduated from R.O.V.A. High School in 1952.Sherrill married Dale Peterson in June 1952. He died in 1965. Sherrill married Robert (Bob) Adco*ck on December 3, 1967. He died on May 31, 2014.Sherrill worked at The Hospitality...

Sherrill Adco*ck, age 90, passed away on May 1, 2024, at Seminary Manor, Galesburg, Illinois.Sherrill was born January 21, 1934, the daughter of Cletus and Lavonne (Schroeder)...

Mr. Peter Bulkeley


On Wednesday, April 3, Peter Clough Bulkeley passed away. He was 84. Born to Gerald Clough and Patricia Ann Bulkeley in Galesburg, Illinois. Peter loved to reminisce about growing up in Abingdon, Illinois, with his many cousins. He graduated from the University of Illinois with a Bachelor of Science degree and a master’s degree in business administration. After graduation he moved to Colorado and eventually spent most of his working life in data processing at Stearns-Roger...

On Wednesday, April 3, Peter Clough Bulkeley passed away. He was 84. Born to Gerald Clough and Patricia Ann Bulkeley in Galesburg, Illinois. Peter loved to reminisce about growing up in Abingdon,...

Mr. Steven Brown


Mr. Steven F. Brown, 72, of Galesburg, Illinois passed away at the home of his daughter, Stephanie, after a brief illness.Steve was born September 11, 1951, in Galesburg, the son of David J. “Jim” and Sharon “Norma Dean” (Murray) Brown, Sr. He married the love of his life, Nancy Jennings on July 26, 1975, in Galesburg and was married for 49 years. She survives.Also, surviving is his daughter and pride and joy, Stephanie Brown or lovingly called,...

Mr. Steven F. Brown, 72, of Galesburg, Illinois passed away at the home of his daughter, Stephanie, after a brief illness.Steve was born September 11, 1951, in Galesburg, the son of David J....

Roberta "Robbi" Riley


Roberta “Robbi” Riley, 40, of Galesburg, Illinois passed away Saturday, May 11, 2024, at the Allure of Lake Storey Nursing Home surrounded by family.Robbi was born August 25, 1983, in Galesburg, Illinois, the daughter of Sidney Sergeant and Peggy Riley. Robbi is survived by her daughter, Martha Sydney Dawber of Galesburg, a sister; Danni Riley of Galesburg, two nieces; Felisha Swank and Haven Riley, a nephew; Trent (Cassie) Swank, and 8 great nieces and nephews; Timberlynn,...

Roberta “Robbi” Riley, 40, of Galesburg, Illinois passed away Saturday, May 11, 2024, at the Allure of Lake Storey Nursing Home surrounded by family.Robbi was born August 25, 1983,...

Mr. Gary Nicklas


Mr. Gary F. “Nick” Nicklas, age 73, of Abingdon, Illinois died 3:58 p.m. Friday, April 26, 2024, at his home.He was born May 26, 1950, in Cedar Rapids, Iowa to Frederick and Charline (Lakose) Nicklas. He married Rosemary in 1973 in Galesburg, Illinois.Surviving is his mother, Charline Nicklas of Cedar Rapids, two sons, Gary (and Catherine) Nicklas, II of Australia and Scott (and Trisha) Olson, II of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, and six grandchildren, Katelin, Darragh,...

Mr. Gary F. “Nick” Nicklas, age 73, of Abingdon, Illinois died 3:58 p.m. Friday, April 26, 2024, at his home.He was born May 26, 1950, in Cedar Rapids, Iowa to Frederick and...

Mr. Melvin Churn


Melvin G. Churn, 64, of Galesburg, died at 3:50 p.m. Friday, May 3, 2024, in Allure of Lake Storey.He was born January 9, 1960, in Galesburg, the son of James P. Churn and Mary (Harrison) Shaw.He is survived by three daughters, Shawntee Churn and Shawntail Churn, both of Galesburg, Alexandria Churn of Peoria and thirteen grandchildren. siblings, Garyling Churn of Tulsa, Oklahoma, James (Arnet) Churn of Portland, Oregon, Michael Church of Galesburg, Thomas Churn of Galesburg, Marie Churn...

Melvin G. Churn, 64, of Galesburg, died at 3:50 p.m. Friday, May 3, 2024, in Allure of Lake Storey.He was born January 9, 1960, in Galesburg, the son of James P. Churn and Mary (Harrison)...

Mr. Wayne Greenlief


Mr. Wayne K. “Wayner” Greenlief, 47, of Berwick, Illinois died 8:22 a.m. Wednesday, May 1, 2024, at his home surrounded by his family.He was born June 24, 1976, in Galesburg, Illinois to Gary C. and Janet E. (Ryan) Greenlief. He married the love of his life, Martha O. Williams, on August 21, 2020, in Galesburg.Surviving is his wife, Martha O. Greenlief of Berwick,his parents, Gary and Janet Greenlief of Avon, Illinois, three sons, Logan (and Koda Rammage)...

Mr. Wayne K. “Wayner” Greenlief, 47, of Berwick, Illinois died 8:22 a.m. Wednesday, May 1, 2024, at his home surrounded by his family.He was born June 24, 1976, in Galesburg,...

Mr. Harry Engholm


Harry Milton Engholm, 95, of Galesburg, died at 11:20 p.m. Sunday, April 28, 2024, in OSF Richard Owens Hospice Home in Peoria, Illinois.Harry Milton Engholm was born on January 17, 1929, in Moline, Illinois, to Swedish immigrants Emil Engholm and Alice (Olsson) Engholm. He was the youngest of four children, with three older siblings — Nellie, Russell, and Bob. He was raised on a farm near Woodhull, Illinois, and graduated from high school in 1947. He was married in 1951 to Anna May...

Harry Milton Engholm, 95, of Galesburg, died at 11:20 p.m. Sunday, April 28, 2024, in OSF Richard Owens Hospice Home in Peoria, Illinois.Harry Milton Engholm was born on January 17, 1929, in...

Mrs. Joyce Stewart


Joyce E. Stewart, 85, of Galesburg, died at 10:47 a.m. Saturday, April 27,2024, in OSF Richard Owens Hospice Home in Peoria.She was born November 5, 1938, in Peoria, the daughter of Temple and Ruth E. (Honn) Wilson. She married Blair C. Stewart on April 29, 1961, in Galesburg.She is survived by her husband of 63 years, Blair; four children, Bryan (Melissa) Stewart of Galveston, Indiana, Brent (Teresa) Stewart of Dahinda, Brad (Kim) Stewart of Bristol, Indiana, and Brenda (Derek)...

Joyce E. Stewart, 85, of Galesburg, died at 10:47 a.m. Saturday, April 27,2024, in OSF Richard Owens Hospice Home in Peoria.She was born November 5, 1938, in Peoria, the daughter of Temple and...

Mrs. Mary Bjorling


Mary Esther (Stewart) Bjorling filled her life of 95 years full of memories and went to her heavenly home on April 16, 2024.Mary was born on November 18, 1928, at Cottage Hospital in Galesburg. She was the daughter and only child of Edwin and Edith (McCulloch) Stewart. She grew up on a farm west of Oneida and spent her days helping her dad with farm chores and work outside, and her mom inside. She graduated at the top of her class from Oneida Community High School in 1946 and...

Mary Esther (Stewart) Bjorling filled her life of 95 years full of memories and went to her heavenly home on April 16, 2024.Mary was born on November 18, 1928, at Cottage Hospital in Galesburg....

Christy Millen


Christy Jennifer (Cook) Mesar Millen, 53, passed away on April 23, 2024.Christy was born on October 7, 1970, in Kansas City, Missouri to her loving parents, mother, Carolyn Jean (Morrissey) Cook, who preceded her in death on March 28, 1983, and father, Richard C. Cook.She married Richard Alexander Mesar, Jr. on August 20, 1993. Together, they had one beloved son, Richard (Richie) Alexander Mesar, III. She also leaves behind her sister Cari Cook Pahoundis, nieces, Carolyn...

Christy Jennifer (Cook) Mesar Millen, 53, passed away on April 23, 2024.Christy was born on October 7, 1970, in Kansas City, Missouri to her loving parents, mother, Carolyn Jean (Morrissey)...

Charles "Chuck" Beadles


Charles “Chuck” A. Beadles, 78, of Galesburg passed away at home Sunday, April 21, 2024.He was born October 8, 1945 in Fulton County IL, the son of John Thomas and Hazel Donna (Lawver) Beadles. Chuck grew up working on the family farm in Huntsville, IL, and attended Augusta High School, graduating with the class of 1963. Following high school he studied at Western Illinois University. He married Constance “Connie” Reese. Chuck later married Cindy...

Charles “Chuck” A. Beadles, 78, of Galesburg passed away at home Sunday, April 21, 2024.He was born October 8, 1945 in Fulton County IL, the son of John Thomas and Hazel Donna...

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