Marilyn E. Yerkey, 92, of Woodhull, Illinois died Wednesday, October 8, 2014 at Hope Creek Care Center in East Moline. Services are 10:00 a.m. Monday, October 13, 2014 at the United Church of Woodhull. Burial will be in the Woodhull Cemetery. Visitation will be 3-5 p.m. Sunday at the Peterson-Wallin-Knox Funeral Home in Woodhull. Memorials may be left to the Clover Public District Library or the United Church of Woodhull. Online condolences may be made at www.petersonwallinknox.com. She was born May 3, 1922 in Dixon, Iowa to Harry and Violet Peterson Fay. She graduated from Woodhull High School in 1941 and attended Moline business College. She married Jack H. Yerkey on October 13, 1946 in Orion, IL. He died on February 1, 1995. Marilyn was a secretary for 12 years at the Turner-Vermost Agency in Moline, IL, retiring in 1984. She was later a librarian at the Woodhull Public Library. She attended the United Church of Woodhull. She enjoyed reading, collecting miniature shoes and was an avid Cubs fan. Survivors include one brother, Harry Richard (Mary) Fay of Glen Ellyn, Illinois; sister-in-law, Barbara Fay of Mt. Morris, Illinois; nieces and nephews, Diane Lovell, Judy Gustafson, Janice Nelson, Deb Wright, Melanie Garrett, Gracia McAllister, Beth Quoss, Mike, Terry, Larry and Mark Fay, Kay Teeter, Paula Blackburn and Becky Sweeney. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, one son, Mark Alan, one sister, Elaine Carlson, brother, Floyd Fay and a nephew Richard Gustafson.
↧
Marilyn Yerkey
↧
James Shaw
James H. Shaw, 85, died July 21, 2014 surrounded by family in Amelia Island, Florida. Graveside services will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, October 11, 2014 at the Aledo Cemetery. Fippinger Funeral Home is serving the family.
↧
↧
Lennis Hyett
Lennis E Hyett, 64, of Aledo, Illinois, died Thursday, October 9, 2014 at Aspen Health and Rehab Center in Silvis. Cremation has been accorded. Graveside services are 2 p.m., Saturday, October 18, 2014 at the Eliza Creek Cemetery. There is no visitation. A memorial fund will be established. Fippinger Funeral Home is serving the family and online condolences may be made at www.fippingerfuneralhome.com. Lennis was born December 23, 1949 in Rock Island, Illinois to Claris and Frances Hudson Hyett. He attended the Aledo schools and graduated from Orion High School in 1968. He worked at the Ordinance Plant in Burlington, Iowa and later moved to Portland, Maine, Roscommon, Michigan and Savannah, Georgia where he remodeled homes, installed custom interiors in business jets and became a luthier in the slack periods. Returning to Aledo, he concentrated on his luthier work, selling mainly mandolins in the southern U.S. and in Europe. Lennis enjoyed Friday night cribbage with his friends, Bill and Laura Anderson, motorcycles (he had his 100,000 mile jacket patch for his BMW), playing stringed instruments and telling stories. He was a noted raconteur. Survivors include a son, Owen Garnett of New Jersey; his mother, Frances Banks of Aledo; brothers, Claris “Bud” Hyett of Granite Falls, WA and Larry Hyett of Aledo; one nephew, Jeff (Angela) Hyett of Dalton City, IL; great niece, Amanda Hyett of Nokomis, IL; and many other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his father.
↧
Marilyn Shannon
Marilyn R. Shannon, age 74, of Aledo, Illinois formerly of New Windsor, IL. died Saturday October 18, 2014 at the Aledo Health and Rehab Center. Graveside services are 10:30 AM Tuesday October 21, 2014 at the New Windsor Cemetery. Visitation is from 5 – 7 PM Monday at the Peterson Wallin Knox Funeral Home in Alpha, IL. where memorials may be left to the Mercer County Animal Shelter. Online condolences can be made at www.petersonwallinknox.com She was born July 31, 1940 in Galesburg, IL, to Arthur and Elva Bredberg Shannon. Marilyn graduated from Winola High School in 1958 and graduated from the Galesburg School of Cosmetology. She was employed in the central processing department at Cottage Hospital in Galesburg retiring in 1995. Survivors include a sister, Martha (Roger) Hultgren of Viola and a brother, Sam Shannon of Aledo. Her parents preceded her in death.
↧
Mary MacDonald
Mary E. MacDonald, 90, of Reynolds, Illinois, died Sunday, October 26, 2014 at Genesis Senior Living in Aledo. Mass of Christian Burial will be 9:00 a.m. Saturday, November 1, 2014, at St. Catherine’s Catholic Church in Aledo. Burial will be in the Calvary Cemetery in Rock Island. Visitation will be 4-7 p.m. Friday, October 31, 2014 at Fippinger Funeral Home in Aledo, where a rosary will be recited at 3:30 p.m. prior to visitation. Memorials may be made to St. Catherine’s Catholic Church, Apollo Elementary School (for fourth grade school supplies) or the Mercer County Food Pantry. Online condolences can be made at www.fippingerfuneralhome.com. Mary was born February 6, 1924 on the family farm in Preemption Township, Illinois to Charles and Anna Grady Conway. She graduated from Reynolds High School and Marycrest College. She married Norman J. MacDonald August 6, 1946 at St. Catherine’s Church in Aledo. He died in 1994. She was employed as a schoolteacher in the Aledo School District for 29 years and one year teaching in Moline. Mary was a member of St. Catherine’s Catholic Church. She enjoyed bowling, gardening, traveling, spending winters in Arizona with siblings and especially enjoyed her grandchildren. Survivors include one daughter, Toni (Gary) Church of San Diego, CA; three sons, Ric (Elizabeth) MacDonald of Aledo; Jay (Linda) MacDonald of Reynolds, IL; Robert MacDonald of Loveland, CO; 5 grandchildren, Matthew, Andrew, Ellen, Ian and Maggie; a sister, Kathleen Corrigan of Bettendorf, IA; three brothers, Thomas Conway of Reynolds, James Conway of Aledo, Charles Conway of Sun City, AZ; numerous nieces and nephews. Her parents and husband preceded her in death.
↧
↧
Zola VanDeWostine
Zola B. VanDeWostine, 83, of Rio, Illinois died Wednesday, October 29, 2014 at her home. There are no services. Peterson-Wallin-Knox Funeral Home is serving the family and condolences can be made at www.petersonwallinknoxfuneralhome.com. She was born January 25, 1931 in Springhill, IL to Charles and Grace Franks Redell. She graduated from the Erie schools. Zola married Marvin Lynn VanDeWostine September 23, 1950. He died in 1995. Zola was a healthcare provider having worked at Knox County, Oak Glen and Americana Nursing Homes. She also did home healthcare for over 20 years. Survivors include three daughters, Lynnette VanDeWostine of Hollister, Missouri; Brenda Vest of Rio; Marvelyn VanDeWostine of Galesburg; one son, Bryan VanDeWostine of Lynn Center; 8 grandchildren; 2 great grandchildren; one sister, Loretta of Wisconsin; several nieces and nephews. Her parents, husband, one son, Brent, four brothers and five sisters preceded her in death.
↧
Wanda McCleary
Wanda L. McCleary, 76, of Aledo, Illinois, died Wednesday, October 29, 2014 at her home surrounded by her family. Services are 10:00 a.m. Monday, November 3, 2014 at the Fippinger Funeral Home in Aledo. Burial is in the Peniel Cemetery. Visitation is from 3-6 pm Sunday at Fippinger’s where memorials may be left to Erika Kate Hope Alliance or the Heartland Hospice Memorial Fund. Online condolences can be made at www.fippingerfuneralhome.com. She was born June 8, 1938 in rural Joy, IL to Ernest and Pearl Adams Sheese. She graduated from Joy High School in 1956. On November 10, 1956, she married Howard “Hap” McCleary at the Joy Methodist Church. Wanda was a homemaker and assisted in the operation of the family farm. She had a gift of hospitality and used it to bless the Village of Joy community. Wanda thoroughly enjoyed helping others and putting their needs and desires before her own. She had a very strong faith and love of God. She was a former 4H leader and a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. She enjoyed flower gardening and spending time with her family and granddaughters. Survivors include her husband, Hap; one daughter, Sherie (Dan) Keller of Muscatine, IA; two sons, Dennis McCleary of Aledo, David McCleary of Iowa City, IA; two granddaughters, Erica (Sam) Hoopes; Maggie Johnston, all of Muscatine; two step granddaughters, Kearstyn Wacker and Kourtney Fox, both of Muscatine; step great grandchildren, Kody, Noah, Allyson and Alivia, all of Muscatine; four sisters, Ernestine King of Aledo; Berni (Darrel) Efnor of Bradford, IL; Martha (Aubrey) King of New Boston; Diana (Denny) Fullerton of Keithsburg; and several nieces and nephews. Her parents, two sisters, Carolyn Sheese and Rose Seefeld and one brother, Carter preceded her in death.
↧
Shawn O’Dell
Shawn E. O’Dell, 53, of Cincinnati, OH, formerly of Bettendorf, Iowa, died Wednesday, November 5, 2014 at his home. Cremation has been accorded. Graveside services are 12:30 p.m. Wednesday, November 12, 2014 at the New Boston Cemetery. Visitation is 10 a.m. until noon Wednesday, November 12, 2014 at Fippinger Funeral Home in Aledo where memorials may be left to the Alzheimer’s Association or the Wounded Warrior Project. Online condolences can be made at www.fippingerfuneralhome.com. He was born July 12, 1961 in Davenport, Iowa to Edward “Pike” and Marjorie Luallen O’Dell and graduated from Bettendorf High School in 1980. Shawn never married. Shawn was employed at the Valvoline Motor Oil Company in the blending and packaging division in Cincinnati, OH for 29 years. He enjoyed golfing. Shawn is survived by his parents, Edward “Pike” and Marjorie O’Dell of Moline, IL; three brothers, Dwight O’Dell of Baytown, TX; Tracy (Patti) O’Dell of Eldridge, IA; Drew O’Dell of Moline, IL; two nieces, Shannon (Zach) Vanmeter of Des Moines, IA and Kate O’Dell of Eldridge, IA and one nephew, Anthony O’Dell of Davenport, IA; several aunts, uncles and cousins.
↧
Deane Pitman
Deane L. Pitman, 88, of rural Sherrard, IL died Monday, November 10, 2014 at Illini Restorative Care Center in Silvis. Memorial services are 11:00 a.m. Friday, November 14, 2014 at Fippinger Funeral Home in Aledo. Burial is in the Farlow Grove Cemetery. Memorials maybe left to the American Cancer Society and online condolences can be made at www.fippingerfuneralhome.com. He was born August 18, 1926 in rural Sherrard, IL to Jesse and Catherine Logan Pitman. He attended the local schools and never married. Deane farmed the Pitman Centennial farm with his brothers. He enjoyed car racing and watching golf. He is survived by 3 nephews, Donald (Juli) Pitman of Matherville; Dennis (Cathie) Pitman of Aledo; Rex (Terri) Pitman of Sherrard. He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers; three sisters; one nephew, Tom Pitman; two nieces, Mary Docherty and Sylvia Schlueter.
↧
↧
Kelly Rogers
Kelly J. Rogers, 55, of New Windsor, IL died Saturday, November 15, 2014 at home. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday, November 22, 2014 at Peterson-Wallin-Knox funeral Home in Alpha. Burial will be at a later date. Visitation is one hour prior to services at the funeral home where memorials may be left to Genesis Hospice or Rock Island County Area Project. Online condolences can be made at www.petersonwallinknox.com. She was born April 10, 1959 in Moline, IL to Robert and Patricia Paden Rogers. She graduated from Geneseo High School in 1977. Kelly was employed as a program coordinator at Rock Island County Area Project for 28 years. She enjoyed rubber stamping, camping, riding and spending time with her mules. She won several awards and ribbons at the New Windsor Fair and Rodeo for her flowers. She is survived by two sons, Kristoffer (Wendy) Grimes of Spencer, IA; Michael Lee Jr. (Samantha) Johnson of Cambridge, IL; two grandchildren, Patricia May and Kenneth Eugene Grimes, both of Spencer; her father, Robert Rogers of Colona, IL; two sisters, Sally Jo (Joe) McCauley of Walworth, WI; Amy (Mark) Tepp of Fon du lac, WI; one brother, John (Angie) Rogers of Harvard, IL; several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her mother, two brothers, Robert Paul and James Eugene.
↧
Nancy Simkins
Nancy J. Simkins, Galesburg, Illinois died Wednesday, November 26, 2014 in her home. Cremation has been accorded and a memorial service will be 2:00 p.m. Monday, December 1, 2014 at the First Christian Church in Galesburg. Private burial will be in the Alpha Cemetery. Visitation is from 5-7 PM Sunday, November 30, 2014 at Peterson-Wallin-Knox Funeral Home in Alpha, Illinois where memorials may be left to the First Christian Church or the Friends of Knox County Child Advocacy Board. Online condolences can be made at www.petersonwallinknox.com. She was born April 3, 1945 in Galesburg to Owen and Dorothy Steffen Carlson. She graduated from Alexis High School and received her associate’s degree in accounting from Carl Sandburg College. Nancy was employed for 23 years at Galesburg Sanitary District, retiring in 2011. She was a member of the First Christian Church in Galesburg where she was active in vacation bible school, nursery duty and the Wednesday ladies bible study. Nancy served as treasurer and member of the Board of Directors at Friends of Knox County Child Advocacy Center and she volunteered at Cottage Hospital. She enjoyed reading and spending time with her family and friends. Survivors include 2 daughters, Paula (Scott) Maxwell of Edwardsville, IL; Marinda (Michael) Mason of Delavan, IL; 1, son Rick Orwig of Glen Carbon, IL; 4 grandchildren, Chelsea, Marissa, Gavin, and Damien; 3 sisters, Marilyn (Van) Huffman and Betty Golden both of Pinedale, Wyoming; Mary (Bob) Shull of Rio, IL, 1 brother, Paul (Sadie) Carlson of New Windsor, Il; several nieces and nephews. Her parents preceded her in death.
↧
Paula Arrington
Paula “Dena” Arrington, 71, of Matherville, IL, died Tuesday, December 2, 2014 at Aledo Health Care Center. Graveside services are 1:30 p.m. Thursday, December 4, 2014 at Farlow Grove Cemetery in Matherville. Visitation is noon until 1 p.m. prior to services at Fippinger Funeral Home in Aledo where memorials may be left to the Mercer County Animal Shelter and online condolences can be made at www.fippingerfuneralhome.com. She was born March 4, 1943 in Atlanta, Georgia. She graduated from high school and attended University of Southern California. Dena married Fredrick Arrington on July 21, 1983 in Las Vegas. Dena was a homemaker and a professional seamstress. She was a member of the Boden Community Church and an avid animal lover. Dena enjoyed ceramics, having owned her own shop. Survivors include her husband, Fred; three daughters, Renee (Rick) Suierveld of California; Brandi (Darren) Gates of Matherville; Marie (Tom) Spence of Texas; one son, Kevin (Esther) Sanford of California; one stepdaughter, Vicki (Delmer) Dobrinski of Mineral, IL; many grandchildren and great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents and one stepdaughter, Myrna.
↧
Freeda Bonnett
Freeda M. Bonnett, 87, of Galesburg, IL, formerly of New Windsor, died Wednesday, December 3, 2014 at Jersey Ridge Place in Davenport, Iowa. Cremation has been accorded and private services are Saturday, December 6, 2014 at Peterson-Wallin-Knox Funeral Home in Alpha. Per her request, there is no visitation. Burial is in the Oaklawn Memorial Gardens in Galesburg. Memorials may be left to Rivoli Township Library or the Alzheimer’s Association and online condolences can be made at www.petersonwallinknox.com. She was born November 24, 1927 in Danville, IL to Lewis and Esta Snively Tomkins. She graduated from Cuba High School in 1945 and attended Western Illinois Teacher’s College. On December 25, 1946 she married Arnold R. Bonnett in Cuba, IL. He died October 26, 2006. She and her husband owned and operated Bonnett’s Accounting in New Windsor, retiring in 2005. Freeda was a member of the Alpha United Methodist Church where she served in various capacities. She served on the Rivoli Township Library board and was a trustee for the Verl I. Brooks Scholarship Foundation. She was active in the arts and crafts venue in the New Windsor Fair and Rodeo. She was an exceptional seamstress and enjoyed arts and crafts and playing bridge. She is survived by one daughter, Judy (Larry) Diemer of Galesburg; one son, Dan (Susan Martin) Bonnett of Phoenix, AZ; 8 grandchildren; 2 great grandchildren; two brothers, Edward (Margaret) Tomkins of Sun City, AZ; Gene (Carol) Tomkins of Meridian, MS; several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents and husband.
↧
↧
Beatrice Berry
Dorothalene “Dottie” Berry, 98, of Aledo, IL died Thursday, January 1, 2015 at Genesis Senior Living Center in Aledo. Private graveside services will be Thursday January 8, 2015 at the Aledo cemetery. Fippinger Funeral Home in Aledo is in charge of arrangements and online condolences may be made at www.fippingerfuneralhome.com. She was born November 24, 1916 in Keithsburg, IL a daughter of Harvey and Beatrice Knox Crow. She attended the New Boston schools. On September 30, 1933, she was united in marriage to Lester H. Berry in Keithsburg, IL. He died January 11, 1992. Dottie worked as a nurses aid at Mercer County Hospital for over 20 years in several departments including OB, inhalation, and the office. She was a member of the Aledo United Methodist Church. Survivors include a daughter Karon Anderson of Aledo, IL; a son Ronald (Toni) Berry of Chelan, WA; 4 grandchildren Jason (Kim) Anderson, Susan (Mark) Sewald, Tye Anderson, Lisa Sloan; 5 great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Lester, 2 grandsons, son-law, Gary. 1 sister and 1 brother.
↧
Kenneth Crutcher
Kenneth L. Crutcher, 69, of Aledo, formerly of Joy, IL, died Wednesday, January 7, 2015 at home after a lengthy battle with pulmonary fibrosis. Services are 10 a.m. Monday, January 12, 2015 at Fippinger Funeral Home in Aledo. Burial is in the Leech Cemetery, rural Joy. Visitation is from 2-5 p.m. Sunday at Fippinger’s where memorials may be left to Aledo First Baptist Church or the Eliza American Legion Post 1971. Online condolences can be made at www.fippingerfuneralhome.com. He was born January 3, 1946 in Rock Island, IL to Alton and Beatrice Hibbs Crutcher. Kenny graduated from Westmer High School. He married Janice Quinn in 1968 and later married Janet Johnson Reger April 4, 1981 in Moline, IL. Kenny was employed by John Deere Seeding Division in Moline as a tool and die maker until going to serve his country in the U.S. Marine Corp. in 1965. After completing his tour of duty, he returned to John Deere, retiring after 30 years in 1995. Kenny was a member of the First Baptist Church in Aledo and the Eliza American Legion Post 1971. He enjoyed spending time with his family, going on mission trips, building homes, cabinets and other furniture, spending time at his cabin at Lake Odessa and raising fowl and small animals. He also hosted the annual fall weiner roast for many years at his homeplace in Joy which was attended by friends and family. He is survived by his wife: Janet; three daughters: Julie (Arthur) Metcalf of LaSalle, IL; Jill (Tom) Menke of Bettendorf, IA; Michelle (Darin) O’Brien of Aledo, IL; two sons: Jeff (Jennifer) Crutcher of Hardy, Iowa; Colin (Beth) Crutcher of Colona, IL; 14 grandchildren; 2 great grandsons; three sisters: Wilma Townley of Taylor Ridge, IL; Eva Bull of Illinois City, IL; Doris (Bill) Retherford of Joy, IL; several nieces and nephews. Kenny was preceded in death by his parents; three sisters: Katherine Strosahl, Shirley Kuchenmeister and Dollie Gobble; a brother, Denzil and an infant brother, Charles.
↧
Ida Duncan
Ida B. Duncan, 100, of Aledo, Illinois, died Friday, January 9, 2015 at Genesis Senior Living Center in Aledo. Services are 11 a.m. Tuesday, January 13, 2015 at Fippinger Funeral Home in Aledo. Burial is in the Norwood Cemetery. Visitation is 10 a.m. until the time of services. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be left to Center Presbyterian Church or the Mercer County Historical Society. Online condolences cam be made at www.fippingerfuneralhome.com. She was born November 19, 1914 in Millbrook, IL to Frank and Edna Darnell Budd. She graduated from Yorkville High School, the University of Illinois and she completed a 1 year internship at Florida State College for Women. She married Eugene F. Duncan November 6, 1938 in Yorkville, IL. He died in 1996. Ida was a homemaker and was briefly employed as a Supervisor at the Commerce Building Cafeteria in Washington D.C. in 1938. She was an Elder of the Seaton Center Presbyterian Church, former President of the Mercer County Home Bureau, a member of the Mercer County Home Economist in Home Making and a lifetime member of the Mercer County Historical Society. She was involved in numerous local social groups. She is survived by 2 sons; David B. (Marcia) Duncan, Wayne E. (Polley) Duncan all of Alexis, 4 grandchildren; William (Amy) Duncan of Alexis, Denise (Ganesh) Ganpat of Ankeny, IA, Jeffrey Duncan of Aledo, Abigail (Matt) Todd of Ballwin, Missouri, 7 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; an infant daughter, Margaret; a grandson, Peter and a sister, Frances.
↧
Fred Beard
Fred W. Beard, age 81, of Aledo, Illinois died Friday January 9, 2015 at Genesis Senior Living in Aledo. Masonic Service will be 11:00 AM Saturday January 17, 2015 at the Fippinger Funeral Home in Aledo under the direction of the Aledo Masonic Lodge # 252 AF & AM. Funeral services and military rites will follow by the Reverend Mark Harris and the Mercer County VFW Post 1571. Private burial will be in the Candor cemetery, rural Seaton, IL. at a later date. Visitation is one hour prior to masonic services at Fippingers where memorials may be left to the Order of the Eastern Star Chapter # 126 or the Parkinson’s Research Foundation. Online condolences can be made at www.fippingerfuneralhome.com Fred was born November 10, 1933 in New Boston, IL to Fred A. and Mable V. Sloan Beard. HE graduated from Aledo High School in 1951 and worked at the Shale City Brickyard until enlisting in the U.S. Army serving in the Korean Conflict from 1951 to 1953. He married Jane Roseboom and later married Joanne Jones Reed June 23, 1985 in Aledo. He briefly worked at the Rock Island Arsenal until becoming employed at the U. S. Postal Service where he worked for 38 years retiring in 1998. After retiring he briefly worked for Hahn in Muscatine and spent a great deal of time working on his farm. Fred was baptized at St. John’s Episcopal Church in Preemption, IL. and was a member of the Aledo Masonic Lodge # 252 AF & AM and the OES Chapter # 126 in Aledo where he served as past patron. He was an avid Cubs fan and he loved his farm and hard work. Survivors include his wife, Joanne, 2 daughters, Shari Gowdy of Orion, IL, Cindee (Frank) Huffer of Moline, IL, 4 grandchildren, 9 great grandchildren, 3 sisters, Mildred Harmsen of DeWitt, IA, Betty Swanson of Milan, IL, Martha Wenzel of Monticello, IL and several nieces and nephews. His parents, 1 infant son and 3 sisters preceded him in death.
↧
↧
Keith Beverlin
Keith L. Beverlin, age 85, of Aledo, IL. died Saturday January 10, 2015 at Genesis Medical Center in Aledo. Funeral services are 11:00 AM Wednesday January 14, 2015 at the Fippinger Funeral Home in Aledo. Burial is in the Aledo cemetery. Visitation is 1 hour prior to services Wednesday at Fippingers. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be left to Mercer County Senior Citizens Center. Online condolences can be made at www.fippingerfuneralhome.com. He was born April 14, 1929 in Eliza, Illinois a son of Lewis and Floy French Beverlin. Keith graduated from Joy High School and never married. Keith apprenticed for Anderson Motor Co. and Ranney’s Automotive in Aledo prior to owning and operating Beverlin’s Auto Body and Towing for 42 years in Aledo, He retired in 2007. He was a member of the Mercer County Farm Bureau and was a dealer for several automotive clubs, including AAA and the Chicago Motor Club Survivors include several nieces, nephews and cousins including Jim and Sharon Bridgford of Aledo, IL, Bonnie Bridgford of Andalusia, IL. and Kent and Connie Gerber of Aledo, IL. He was preceded in death by his parents, five sisters: Jessie Dodson, Mildred Davison, Freda Davison, Grace Bridgford and Elizabeth Beverlin and a special friend, Leila McNeal.
↧
Arno Owens
Arno J. Owens, age 94, of Woodhull, Illinois died Monday January 12, 2015 at Hillcrest Home in Geneseo. Services are 1:30 PM Friday January 16, 2015 at the Peterson Wallin Knox Funeral Home in Woodhull. Burial is in the Andover Cemetery, Andover, Illinois. Visitation is from 5-7 PM Thursday at the funeral home where memorials may be left to the Andover/Osco Fire Dept. or the Hillcrest Home. Online condolences can be made at www.petersonwallinknox.com He was born November 29, 1920 in Davenport, IA to Albert and Lavina Anderson Owens. He attended the local schools. On March 26, 1947, he was united in marriage to Beatrice B. Terry in Rock Island, IL. Arno was a lifetime farmer and raising cattle was his passion. He sold seed corn for the Pride Seed Corn Company and after winning a trip to Hawaii he learned to travel and they enjoyed it immensely. He loved Harvest time, enjoyed dancing and especially loved being with his family. He was a member of the Henry County Farm Bureau. Survivors include his wife, Beatrice, 1 daughter Linda (Marvin) Beard of Davenport, Ia, 2 sons, Tom (Gayle) Owens of Cambridge, IL, Steve (Theresa) Owens of Woodhull, 8 grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren, and 2 great great grandchildren. 2 sisters, Margie Nagel and Betty Johnson both of Mesa, AZ, several nieces and nephews.
↧
Lorraine Martz
Lorraine E. Whitlow Martz, age 73, a resident of the Klein Center in West Burlington, IA, formerly of New Boston, IL, died Monday January 12, 2015 at the Klein Center. Services are 7:00 PM Monday January 19, 2015 at the Fippinger Funeral Home in Aledo. Private Burial will be at a later date. Visitation is from 5-7 PM Monday prior to services at Fippingers where a memorial fund will be established. Online condolences can be made at www.fippingerfuneralhome.com She was born April 13, 1941 in New Boston, IL to George and Beulah Banks Whitlow. She attended the New Boston schools. Lorraine married Walter L. Martz October 25, 1970 in Muscatine, IA. He died June 28, 2001. She was employed at General Electric in Carroll, IA and after moving to Cainsville, MO, she worked at Jimmie Deans/Osceola Foods retiring in 2001. Lorraine was a member of the Cainsville Asembly of God and she was a very artistic person especially using her hands for crafting, sewing and painting. Survivors include 4 daughters, Lorri (Mark) Bliss of Wever, IA, , Kristi (Randall) Groff of Van Wert, IA, Lori Ann (Scott) Heinrich of Durant, IA, Brooke Argo of Charlotte, N.C, 1 son Bryan Martz of Pasadena, MD, 13 grandchildren, several great grandchildren, 2 sisters, Wanda (Kenneth) Whitmire of Joy, IL, Vonda Scull of Ft. Madison, IA, her uncle Jim Waite of New Boston, IL. and several nieces and nephews. Her parents, husband and 2 bothers Stacey and Albert Whitlow preceded her in death.
↧