Gary Ray Sander
Oct 10, 2023
Gary Ray Sander, 72, was born in Savanna, IL on May 9, 1951 to Ray and Dee (Lister) Sander and passed away at his home on October 10, 2023. A celebration of Gary's life will be scheduled for a later date. He attended Northeast schools and enjoyed basketball, football, and helping on the farm. Gary started trucking after graduating from...
Diana Lee Preston
Oct 10, 2023
Diana Lee Preston, born February 1st, 1947, passed into eternal serenity on October 10th, 2023. A woman of profound gentleness and grace, Diana’s love for animals, especially her beloved horses, was only surpassed by her exceptional talent as an artist, capturing the world’s beauty with every brushstroke. Born to Lee and Betty Divelbiss, Diana radiated warmth and love throughout her...
Janet Louise Frye
Oct 9, 2023
Janet Louise Frye, age 84, longtime resident of Byron, Illinois passed away on October 9, 2023 at Allure of Pinecrest Nursing Center, Mt. Morris, IL. A funeral service will be held 3pm Saturday, October 14, 2023 at the United Church of Byron. Visitation will be held 2 – 3pm Saturday, prior to the service at the Church. Burial will be...
Fred Mueller
Oct 7, 2023
Fred Mueller was kind, caring and loving. He loved his family and friends and enjoyed joking with everyone. At the age of 87, Fred passed away Saturday, October 7, 2023 at Allure Nursing Home of Mt. Carroll. A private family service will be held at Oakland Cemetery and Mausoleum in Freeport. Memorials are requested for FHN Hospice in his honor,...
Paul Levi Weaver, Jr.
Oct 3, 2023
Paul Levi Weaver Jr, 90 of Lanark, IL passed away peacefully on October 3, 2023 at home in the loving care of his family. Paul was born on February 23rd, 1933, in Muncie, IN to Paul L Weaver Sr. and Frances (Nee Rench). He graduated from Lancaster High School, Lancaster Indiana. He then attended Manchester College, where he played basketball....
Mary Lou Jess
Sep 30, 2023
Mary Lou Jess, of Sabula, passed away Saturday, September 30, at her home. Funeral service will be at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, October 4, at the Law Jones Funeral Home in Preston. Visitation will be from 12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home before the service. Burial will be in St. Peter’s Catholic Cemetery in Sabula. Mary Lou...
Robert L. Jess
Sep 30, 2023
Robert Leroy Jess, of Sabula, passed away Saturday, September 30, 2023 at Rock River Hospice and Home in Sterling, IL. That same day his wife, Mary Lou, succeeded him in death. Cremation Rites have been accorded for Robert and a private service will be held at a later date. Robert was born March 1, 1940, son of John and Augusta...
Marcella Lucille Arnold
Sep 30, 2023
Marcella Lucille Arnold crossed the finish line at the age of 95, she passed on many traits to other family members. Marcella was strong, self-made and independent all of her life. Family was most important to her. A funeral service will be held 11am Wednesday, October 11, 2023 at the Schapville Zion Presbyterian Church followed by burial in Woodbine Cemetery....
Adalu "Lu" Carpenter Bro
Sep 29, 2023
Adalu “Lu” Carpenter Bro, Oblate in the Order of Julian of Norwich (ObJN), fine arts college professor, author, artist, and iconographer, passed peacefully at home September 29, 2023 in Walla Walla WA. She was 90 years old. Lu was born at home April 30, 1933 in Falfurrias TX, the middle of three children, to Forrest Cornelius Carpenter and Ada Pearl...
Lonnie Leo Helmle
Sep 28, 2023
Lonnie Leo Helmle, age 69, of Spragueville, IA, passed away September 28, 2023, in his home with his family by his side. A funeral Mass will be held at St. Joseph Catholic Church, in Preston, IA on Friday, October 6, 2023, at 11:30 a.m. Visitation will take place on Thursday, October 5, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., as well...
Daniel J. Piercy
Sep 28, 2023
In loving memory of Daniel J. Piercy, a loving Father, devoted Husband, and caring Son. At the age of 60, Daniel passed away Thursday, September 28, 2023 after an extended illness, at home in the care of his loving family. A Celebration of Life service will be held 3pm Wednesday, October 4, 2023 at Law Jones Funeral Home, Savanna, followed...
Dale L. Roberts
Sep 27, 2023
Dale L. Roberts, age 85, of Apple River, IL, passed away September 27, 2023, in his home. A funeral service will be held Friday, October 6, 2023 at 10:30 a.m., at First United Methodists Church in Elizabeth, IL. Visitation will take place Thursday, October 5 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Law Jones Funeral Home, in Elizabeth. Family and...
Walter G. Nelson
Sep 25, 2023
Walter G. Nelson, age 89, of rural Mt. Carroll, passed away on September 25, 2023 at home on the family farm. Walter received an answer to his prayers, living a long-healthy life with people he loved. A funeral service will be held 10:30am Thursday, October 12, 2023 at Law Jones Eastland, Lanark with burial in the Lanark Cemetery. Visitation will...
Dianne Lynn Miller
Sep 25, 2023
Dianne Lynn Miller, age 71, of Savanna, IL passed away September 25, 2023, at MercyOne Medical Center, in Clinton, IA. A private memorial service will be held. Family and friends are invited to share in Dianne’s life at lawjonesfuneralhome.com. Dianne was born January 31, 1952, in Rice Lake, WI, the daughter of Emmett and Lorraine (Towle) Huston. She attended school...
Caryn S. Nehrkorn
Sep 22, 2023
Caryn Sue Nehrkorn, formerly of Lanark, passed away Friday, September 22, at The Grove of Elmhurst, IL. A private family memorial service will be held. Burial will be in Lanark City Cemetery. Caryn Sue Nehrkorn was born July 7, 1956, daughter of Walter (Doc) and Evelyn (Wallace) Nehrkorn. She grew up in Lanark and attended Lanark Schools. During her early...
Norma Jean Floming
Sep 19, 2023
Norma Jean Floming, age 91, of Mt. Carroll, IL passed away September 19, 2023 at Allure Nursing Home in Mt. Carroll. A funeral Mass will be held Monday, September 25, 2023 at SS John and Catherine Catholic Church in Mt. Carroll at 10:30 a.m. Visitation will take place from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday, September 24, at Law...
Joene Sue Michel
Sep 13, 2023
Family was a big part of Joene’s life, especially the ones that called her “Nana.” At the age of 80, Joene Sue Michel passed away Wednesday, September 13, 2023 at the Wilton Iowa Retirement Home. A Funeral Mass will be held 1pm Saturday, September 16, 2023 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Preston. Burial will be in St. Joseph’s Cemetery,...
Gladys Richter
Sep 12, 2023
Gladys Richter, of Mt. Carroll, IL, passed away Tuesday, September 12, at Allure Nursing Home in Mt. Carroll. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Monday, September 18, at the Law Jones Funeral Home in Mt. Carroll. Visitation will be from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. prior to the service at the funeral home. Burial will be in Oak...
Walter Cornelius Empen Jr.
Sep 12, 2023
Walter Cornelius Empen, Jr, age 88, of Maquoketa, IA passed away on September 12, 2023 at Jackson Ridge Nursing Home and spent several years at Clover Ridge Assisted Living in Maquoketa. A private family service will be held. Please no memorials. Walter was born November 5, 1934 in Preston, IA, the son of Walter and Caroline (Trenkamp) Empen, Sr. He...
April Joan Glazier
Sep 11, 2023
April Joan Glazier was a loving Wife, Mother, Daughter, Sister, and Friend to many. On September 11, 2023, at the young age of 49, she passed away after an extended but private battle with illness. Visitation with family, friends, and all who would love to attend will be held from 1 – 5pm Friday September 15th at Law Jones Funeral...
