Steve Wilkinson
Mar 31, 2024
Steve Wilkinson, a man who embraced life's struggles with a resilient spirit and a heart full of kindness, passed away peacefully on March 31, 2024 in the care of his family and Genesis Hospice. He leaves behind a legacy of love, laughter, and compassion. His journey, marked by perseverance and joy, touched the lives of all who knew him. Born...
Kimberly K. O'Neill
Mar 31, 2024
Kimberly K. O’Neill, of Savanna, IL, passed away surrounded by her loving family Sunday, March 31, at her home. Memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, April 7th, at the Law Jones Funeral Home in Savanna. Visitation will be from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. prior to the service at the funeral home. There will a luncheon to...
Larry Dale Betz
Mar 29, 2024
Larry Dale Betz, a legendary hunter and beloved member of the community, passed away Friday, March 29, 2024 at home, rural Rock Falls, Illinois He was in the loving care of family and hospice. Born on February 6, 1939, in Columbia, Missouri, Larry lived a life filled with adventure, passion, and remarkable achievements. Larry's journey began in Galesburg, Illinois, where...
Eunice Mary Bowers
Mar 28, 2024
Eunice Mary Bowers, age 101, of Savanna, IL, passed away March 28, 2024 at Big Meadows Nursing Home, in Savanna. A funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, April 6, at Savanna Bible Church. Visitation will take place from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., before the service. Burial will follow at Lisbon Cemetery, in Lisbon, IA. Eunice was...
Lorrie Ann Smith
Mar 28, 2024
Lorrie Ann Smith, whose spirit and infectious laughter brightened the lives of those around her, unexpectedly passed away at her home near Savanna, Illinois, on March 28, 2024. Born on November 26, 1966, in Savanna to Larry and Patricia (Fair) Cox, She attended Savanna Schools and later went on to become a loving mother to three children: Ashley, Devon, and...
Sharon Lynn Atherton
Mar 28, 2024
Sharon Lynn Atherton, age 79, of Savanna, IL, passed away on March 28, 2024, at Big Meadows Nursing Home, in Savanna. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, April 2, at the Community United Church of Christ, in Savanna. Visitation will take place from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., before the service. Burial will follow at...
Marlene Kae Sorensen
Mar 28, 2024
Marlene Kae Sorensen, age 66, of Freeport, IL, passed on March 28, 2024 at FHN Hospital, in Freeport. Cremation rites have been accorded. There will be a memorial service at First Presbyterian Church, in Savanna, Saturday, July 20, at 3 p.m. Marlene was born December 22, 1957, in Carroll, IA, the daughter of Wiliam and Jean Skow. She grew up...
Irene G. Havens
Mar 26, 2024
Irene G. Havens, of Elizabeth, IL, passed away Tuesday, March 26, in her home with her family by her side. Funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, March 30, at the Law Jones Funeral Home in Elizabeth. Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. prior to the service at the funeral home. Burial will be in...
Mary Jean Emery
Mar 26, 2024
Mary Jean Emery, of Mt. Carroll, IL passed away on March 26, 2024 at Allure of Mt. Carroll. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, April 3, at Mt. Carroll United Methodist Church. Visitation will take place Tuesday, April 2, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., at Law Jones Funeral Home, in Mt. Carroll, as well...
David Allen Stancy
Mar 25, 2024
David Allen Stancy passed away on March 25, 2024. He was born in Chicago on June 5, 1941. For the first half of his life, he thought his birthday was June 6th, so his closest family members celebrated him both days. Dave married Judith Cunningham of Oneida, NY, in 1962. They divorced in 1988 but remained friends until Judi’s passing...
Marianne "Whalen" Murphy
Mar 24, 2024
Marianne “Whalen” Murphy, age 82, passed away peacefully at home in the loving care of her family, Sunday, March 24, 2024 after an extended illness. A Funeral Mass will be held 11am Tuesday, March 26, 2024 at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church in Hanover. Visitation will be from 9:30 - 10:45am, prior to the Mass. Marianne was born on...
Mary Louise Morgan
Mar 22, 2024
Mary Louise Morgan, of Lanark and rural Mt. Carroll, loved being a Wife, Mom, Grandma, Great Grandma and Great-Great Grandma. Her life was full, and she was thankful, her smile gave it away! At the age of 95, Mary passed away peacefully in the loving care of her family and Allure Nursing Center in Mt. Carroll on Friday, March 22,...
Rosalie Mcdermott
Mar 19, 2024
Rosalie McDermott, age 96, of Sabula, IA, passed away Tuesday, March 19, at Sunrise Villa Assisted Living in Bellevue, IA. A funeral mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday, March 25, at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Savanna. Visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Monday at the church. Burial will be in St....
Sally Ann Ritchie
Mar 18, 2024
Sally Ann Ritchie always had the biggest grin when family was around, it would fill her heart to have them all together, especially if they were enjoying her fantastic cooking. At the age of 90, Sally passed away peacefully with family by her side at Big Meadows Nursing Home in Savanna on Monday, March 18, 2024. A Funeral Mass will...
Richard "Ike" Marburger
Mar 15, 2024
Richard “Ike” Marburger of Sabula, IA, passed away Friday, March 15, at his home. Funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, March 21, at Calvary Lutheran Church in Sabula. Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, March 20, at the Law Jones Funeral Home in Savanna, IL, as well as one hour prior to the...
George Leroy Hayward
Mar 13, 2024
George Leroy Hayward, age 83, of Sabula IA, formerly of Green Island, IA, passed away on March 13, 2024, at home. A funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, March 19, 2024, at Law Jones Funeral Home in Preston, IA. Visitation will take place from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., Monday March 18, at Law Jones Funeral Home...
Andrew Derek Marcellis
Mar 13, 2024
Andrew Derek Marcellis, age 33, of Milledgeville, IL, passed away on March 13, 2024. His loss is unexpected, and his family and friends are profoundly saddened. Andrew was born in Winfield, IL on July 22, 1990, the son of Randy Marcellis and Tamara Meanyhan. He was a graduate of West Chicago Community High School and was a baptized member of...
Kenneth Dale Jacobson
Mar 10, 2024
Kenneth Dale Jacobson, age 65, of Savanna, IL, passed on March 10, 2024, in his home. Ken was born August 31, 1958 to Robert Carroll and Mary Jane Dahms. Ken graduated from Savanna High School and made a career with the railroad. Cremation rites have been accorded.
Edward "Skip" Paul Powers
Mar 9, 2024
Edward “Skip” Paul Powers, age 65, of Savanna, IL, passed away March 9, 2024 at Grady Hospital in Atlanta, GA. A funeral Mass will be held at 2 p.m., Saturday, March 23 at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, in Savanna, IL. Visitation will take place from 12 p.m. to 1:45 p.m. at Law Jones Funeral Home, in Savanna, prior...
David B. Lashelle
Mar 5, 2024
David LaShelle, of Savanna, IL, passed away Tuesday, March 5, at his home. A private family memorial service will be held. David was born December 9, 1948, son of Donald and Dora (Hutchings) LaShelle. The son of a military father, David and his family lived in many places throughout his childhood; including England, Germany, and Georgia. After his father retired...
