Obituaries
William "Bill" Miller
Aug 8, 2024
William "Bill" Miller was born on an autumn day, November 7, 1939, in Savanna, Illinois. The son of Clyde and Elva (Hill) Miller, Bill grew up in the rolling hills and open fields of the countryside near Hanover, where life was simple and folks looked out for one another. From a young age, Bill was known for his easy-going nature,...
Deacon Brown
Aug 5, 2024
Deacon Brown, a man known for his adventurous spirit and unwavering loyalty, passed away suddenly in a motorcycle accident near Fenton, Illinois, on August 5, 2024. Born on October 29, 1975, in Freeport, the son of Lewis and Glenalee (Kingery) Brown. Deacon grew up attending Eastland Schools and graduating with the Class of 1993. During his school years, he was...
Connie D. Havens
Aug 4, 2024
Connie D. Havens, age, 53, of Elizabeth, IL, passed away Sunday, August 4th. A memorial visitation will be held from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Monday, August 12, at the Law Jones Funeral Home in Elizabeth. Connie was born on August 17, 1970, to Clyde and Irene (Smith) Havens in Elizabeth, IL, where she grew up and created lifelong memories....
Jonell Castellani
Aug 4, 2024
Jonell Castellani, 77, died suddenly at home in Chadwick, IL, on August 4th, 2024. There will be no services at this time. The family would like donations to be made to the Chadwick Public Library. Jonell was born on January 25, 1947, in Sterling, IL, the daughter of Roy and Phyllis (Bleitz) Lumbard. She grew up in Erie, IL, where...
Shirley Ann Potter
Aug 3, 2024
Shirley Ann Potter, age 95, of Elizabeth, IL, passed away August 3, 2024 at her home, with her family by her side. A funeral service, will be held Thursday, August 8, 2024 at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, in Hanover, IL, at 11 a.m. Visitation will take place from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., prior to the service. Burial will follow...
Robert "Butch" Deming
Jul 30, 2024
Robert “Butch” Deming, of Sabula, IA, passed away Tuesday, July 30, at Mill Valley Care Center in Bellevue, IA. Memorial Service will be held at 4:00 p.m. Sunday, August 4, at the Law Jones Funeral Home in Savanna, IL. Visitation will be from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. prior to the service at the funeral home. Butch was born February...
Henry Richard Groezinger
Jul 29, 2024
Henry Richard Groezinger, age 54, of Elizabeth, IL, was welcomed into the presence of Jesus his Savior on July 29, 2024. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m., Tuesday, August 6, 2024 at Crossroads Community Church, in Freeport, IL. Visitation will take place from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., Monday, August 5, at Law Jones Funeral Home, in...
Jackson Thomas Kradle
Jul 28, 2024
Jackson Thomas Kradle, age 18, of Mt. Carroll, IL, was taken from us far too soon on July 28, 2024. A 2024 graduate of West Carroll High School, Jackson had the makings of an honest, hard-working, and loving young man, and he will be honored and missed by his family, friends, and by his community as a whole. A funeral...
James Riggle
Jul 25, 2024
James Riggle, age 91, of Chicago, IL, passed away Thursday, July 25, 2024, at Big Meadows Nursing Home, in Savanna, IL. James was born January 11, 1933 in Chicago, IL, the son of Rudolph and Margaret (O’Grady) Riggle. He grew up on the south side, graduating from Chicago Vocational High School with the class of 1951. On May 5, 1951,...
Wanda V. Strelow
Jul 24, 2024
Wanda V. Strelow, 83, of Davenport, IA, passed away on July 24, 2024, at MercyOne Medical Center in Clinton, IA. A private family memorial will be held later in Butler, PA. Born on July 29, 1940, in Butler, PA, to Frank Sr. and Leota (Wonderly) Black, Wanda moved to Davenport at 13. She graduated from Central High School in 1958...
Rosina Lucille Clarkson
Jul 23, 2024
Rosina Lucille Clarkson, age 79, of Savanna, IL, passed away July 23, 2024 at Genesis East Medical Center, in Davenport, IA. A private interment will take place on a later date at St. Peter’s (Mosquito Hill) Cemetery, in rural Savanna. Rosina was born February 5, 1945 in Savanna, IL, the daughter of Elmer and Pauline (Lahre) Wurster. Her father passed...
Marie Guadalupe "Lupe" Castro
Jul 20, 2024
Marie Guadalupe “Lupe” Castro was one of the most genuine and caring human beings anyone could know. At the age of 98, Lupe passed away Saturday, July 20, 2024 at Big Meadows Nursing Home in Savanna, IL. A Celebration of Life visitation will be held 5 – 8pm Friday, July 26, 2024 at Law Jones Funeral Home in Savanna. A...
Paulette Jean Boehler
Jul 16, 2024
Paulette Jean Boehler, age 80, of Savanna, IL, passed away Tuesday, July 16, at MercyOne Medical Center in Clinton, IA. Paulette was Born March 9, 1944, daughter of Henry and Myrtle (Franklin) Ermel. She loved her family and friends, and was always there to help anyone in need. Paulette was a registered nurse for many years before retiring, and had...
Thomas William Rafferty
Jul 15, 2024
Thomas William Rafferty, age 84, of Savanna, IL, passed away on July 15, 2024, at Central DuPage Hospital with family by his side. A funeral service will be held at St. Paul Lutheran Church, in Hanover, IL, on Friday, July 19, at 10 a.m. Visitation will take place Thursday, July 18, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., at Law Jones...
Jane Vogt
Jul 14, 2024
Jane Vogt went home to be with the Lord Almighty, and her beloved Bill, on July 14, 2024 at Genesis East Medical Center in Davenport, IA. She was born June 22, 1934, in Savanna, IL, The daughter of Edgar Earl and Ethel Eileen (Getty) Harry. Jane was a graduate of Savanna High School. She married the love of her life,...
Morris E. Krug
Jul 14, 2024
Morris E. Krug, age 102, of Elizabeth, IL, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Sunday, July 14, at Generations at Neighbors in Byron, IL. Funeral Service will be held at 11:00a.m. Thursday, July 18, at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Elizabeth. Visitation will be from 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. prior to the service at the...
Richard L. Kaufman
Jul 10, 2024
Richard “Rip” Lee Kaufman, 65, of Thomson, gained his new heavenly legs on July 10, 2024, at MercyOne in Clinton, IA surrounded by his loving family. A visitation will be held July 20th from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. at Law Jones Funeral Home in Thomson, IL, with a service to begin at 12:00 p.m. and burial at Grove Hill Cemetery in...
Angelia L. Deming
Jul 10, 2024
Angelia L. Deming, age 82, of Sabula, IA, passed away Wednesday, July 10, at her home outside of Sabula. Memorial service will be held at 4:00 p.m. Wednesday, July 17, at the Law Jones Funeral Home in Savanna, IL. Visitation will be from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. prior to the service at the funeral home. Angelia was born on...
Robert "Bob" Miller
Jul 5, 2024
Robert “Bob” Miller, of Preston, IA, passed away Friday, July 5. Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, July 12, at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Preston. Visitation will be from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Friday at the church prior to the service. A private family burial will be in Preston Cemetery. In lieu of flowers a...
William Hartzel David Jr.
Jul 3, 2024
William "Billy" David, Jr., born on July 11, 1967, in Anaheim, CA, left this world on July 3, 2024, in Warren, IL, after a battle with cancer. He was a beloved brother to Denise (Tim) Brinkmeier and a cherished uncle to Jared (Sam) Brinkmeier, Lindsey Brinkmeier & Nik Brinkmeier. His great niece Leighton and great nephew Levi Brinkmeier brought him...
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