Obituaries
Ruth Ann Draege
Jul 22, 2024
Ruth Ann Draege, 89, joined her husband George, her parents, Cecil and Elizabeth Bonnell, two of her grandchildren, Dennis Toomsen and Joshua Crump, along with her eight brothers and sisters in heaven on July 22, 2024 at 3:20 pm. Being the youngest of nine children, Ruth enjoyed a special relationship with her parents. She often shared warm memories of growing...
David A. Etnyre
Jul 20, 2024
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of David A. Etnyre on July 20, 2024. David, a proud father and avid sports enthusiast, was born on April 16, 1954. He spent his childhood in Oregon, IL leaving to attend Mercersburg Academy, followed by college at Lawrence University as a Delta Tau Delta brother, later obtaining his degree...
Sandra L. Noser
Jul 20, 2024
Sandra Lee Noser (Myers) - lovingly known as Sandy - passed away at her home on July 20th, 2024, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. She was 83 years old. Sandy was born on December 30th, 1940, in Oregon, Illinois, to Lawrence Myers and Lavina Mongan. She graduated from Mt. Morris High School in 1959 and went on...
Robert "Bob" F. Carsella
Jul 16, 2024
Robert “Bob” F. Carsella, age 71, passed away at home on July 16, 2024. He was born on January 15, 1953 in Chicago, Illinois, the son of Fred and Anne (Girardi) Carsella. Bob worked for Dominick's in the Chicagoland area 30 years before retirement. He married Mary “Tina” Nicastro on July 15, 2000 and they spent a beautiful 24 years...
Mya Noreen Morrissey
Jul 13, 2024
Mya Noreen Morrissey passed away unexpectedly in the early morning hours of Saturday July 13, 2024.
Although her time on earth was short, a lifetime of love was given and received by her family. Our sweet Mya, a beautiful daughter and sister, completed our family and will always hold a special place in all of our hearts. The bond shared with...
Joyce LuAnn Jones
Jul 11, 2024
OREGON, IL ~ Joyce L. Jones, 63, lifetime Oregon resident passed away suddenly at KSB Hospital of Dixon, IL, on Thursday, July 11, 2024. She was born in Oregon, IL on January 23, 1961, the daughter of Lawrence “Larry” W. & Lorretta “Sue” S. (Jones) Wolfe. Joyce attended and graduated Oregon schools where she later worked as a teacher’s aide...
Jason D. Dietrich
Jul 11, 2024
In sweet remembrance we celebrate the life of Jason (Jake) Dietrich age 94, who passed peacefully Thursday, July 11, 2024 at Generations at Neighbors in Byron, IL. He was born a beloved youngest son “the baby” & sibling of 10 on August 1, 1929 near Leaf River Illinois, the son of Russell Sr. and Cora (Drury) Dietrich. Jason graduated from...
Gary L. Anspach
Jul 10, 2024
Gary Lee Anspach, 67, of Apache Junction, AZ, formerly of Shannon, IL passed away on July 10th, 2024 at Lund Home Hospice in Gilbert, AZ with his children by his side after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Gary graduated in 1974 from Byron High School and then graduated from DeVry University. He retired from ComEd and enjoyed numerous...
Alex R. Davis
Jul 10, 2024
BYRON, IL ~ Alex R. Davis, 33, died suddenly on Wednesday, July 10, 2024, at OSF St. Anthony’s Medical Center of Rockford, IL. He was born on May 8, 1991, in Rockford, IL, the son of Darren & Sara (Hill) Davis. He worked as a plumber in the area for many years after going to school. Alex loved to fish,...
Steven C. Bonte
Jul 8, 2024
OREGON, IL ~ Steven C. Bonte, age 75, went to be with the Lord on Monday, July 8, 2024, surrounded by his loving family, at his home in Oregon, IL. He was born on March 26, 1949, in Rockford, IL, the son of John F. Bonte and Marian Cirksena. Throughout his life Steve worked as an electrical engineer for WA...
Kenneth E. Jackson
Jul 7, 2024
Oregon, IL – Kenneth E. Jackson, age 67, died Sunday, July 7, 2024 at his home surrounded by his loving family. Ken was born February 8, 1957 in Elmhurst, IL the son of Clyde and June (Schimmel) Jackson. He married Linda Passini on April 7, 1990 at Hanson’s Hideaway while on horseback. Ken worked several years for the Oregon School...
Kenneth W. Lapp
Jul 5, 2024
Kenneth Wayne Lapp, 93, of Byron, Illinois, died July 5th, 2024. He was born in Rockford, Illinois in 1930 to his parents Galen and Elsie Lapp. Ken spent a portion of his childhood living in Northern Minnesota where he learned to love the outdoors, creating lifelong passions of hunting and fishing. He later moved to Rockford and Byron, where he...
Thomas E. Elliott, Jr.
Jun 30, 2024
Oregon – Our Beloved “Papa” Tom (H.B.) Elliott, 65, of Oregon passed away from a short illness on June 30, 2024 with family and friends by his side. He was an avid hunter (his home is full of many prized mounted trophies). In his younger years, he was a hopeful seeker of Morrell mushrooms and willingly shared them with others....
Justin Lee Martinez
Jun 29, 2024
Justin Lee Martinez, age 25, a beloved grandson, treasured son, caring brother, cherished nephew, dedicated cousin, proud uncle, and loyal friend from Byron, IL, sadly left our world on June 29th, 2024, after a life marked by dedication and immense love for his family and all those whose lives he touched. Known for his young, striving, and ambitious entrepreneurial spirit...
Walter H Prorok
Jun 27, 2024
Walter H. Prorok, age 84, passed away at Meadow of Franklin Grove on Thursday, June 27, 2024. He was born in Chicago the son of the late Walter and Catherine Prorok. He proudly served in the US Air Force where he was awarded a purple heart. He completed college and then went on to be college professor for many years...
M. Claudia Robertson
Jun 27, 2024
Claudia Robertson, 85, of Oregon, died June 27, 2024 at the Oregon Living and Rehabilitation Center following a long illness. She is survived by her daughter, Melanie (Mark) Webber of Knoxville, Tennessee, and two stepsons, Francis (Tamara) Robertson of Apple Valley, Minnesota, and Jon Robertson of Fayetteville, Georgia. Claudia is also survived by a grandson, Mark Bruce Webber, four step-...
Robert "Bob" J. Burke
Jun 21, 2024
OREGON, IL ~ Robert “Bob” J. Burke was born on November 24th, 1950, in Dixon, IL the son of Roger & Dorothy “Darlene” (Boyden) Burke. He passed away, at the age of 73, quietly in his home on Friday, June 21, 2024, after a long, courageous battle with cancer. He was surrounded by his family and loved ones. Bob spent...
Jill Ilene Hornsby
Jun 19, 2024
Jill Ilene Hornsby, aged 88, of Ponte Vedra Beach, FL, passed away June 19, 2024. She was born February 21,1936, to James and Ruth Ingraham in Rochelle, IL. Jill was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and aunt to so many. Her journey took her to many places. After growing up in Oregon, IL, she moved to Jacksonville Beach, FL, to...
Harry A. Travis
Jun 19, 2024
Harry A. Travis, age 98, of Oregon, Illinois, went to his heavenly home on Wednesday, June 19, 2024. Harry was born February 15, 1926, the son of George and Carrie Grace (Longman) Travis. Harry graduated from Oregon High School Class of 1944. Harry was a veteran of the United States Army serving in World War II from 1944 – 1946....
Verlen L. Morphey, Sr.
Jun 17, 2024
Verlen L. Morphey, Sr, age 79, died Monday, June 17, 2024 at his home near Davis Junction. He was born Nov. 18, 1944 in Monroe Center, IL, the son of Harry and Margaret (Rust) Morphey. Verlen attended Monroe Center Elementary Schools and graduated from Stillman Valley High School in 1962. He served his country in the U.S. Army. Verlen married...
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