Roberta Ann Fritz
Jan 25, 2026
Roberta Ann Fritz, age 72, of Mt. Carroll, IL, formerly of Hanover, IL, passed away on January 25, 2026, after a short battle with cancer. Interment will take place at Mt. Calvary Cemetery, in Dubuque, IA.
Roberta was born February 27, 1953 in Hanover, the daughter of Robert and Rose (Baker) Fritz. She graduated from West Dubuque High School with the...
Rhonda Dian Pieper
Jan 25, 2026
Rhonda Dian Pieper, born December 30, 1956, in Savanna, IL, passed away on January 25, 2026 at FHN Hospital in Freeport, IL. Interment will take place at Evergreen Cemetery in Sabula, IA, this spring. A celebration of Rhonda’s life will be planned for February 15, at 1 p.m., at Manny’s Pizza, in Savanna. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be...
Gayle Ehredt
Jan 24, 2026
Gayle Ehredt, born October 3, 1951, in Savanna, Illinois, passed away on January 24, 2026. She lived a life centered on family and simple joys. A funeral service will be held Saturday, February 7, at 11 a.m., at Law Jones Funeral Home, in Savanna. Visitation will take place from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., Friday, February 6 at the funeral...
Larry Keith Broshous
Jan 23, 2026
Larry Keith Broshous, age 70, of Stockton, Illinois died at home after an illness on January 23, 2026.
Larry was a simple, steady man whose greatest pride was his family. Born in Freeport on May 23, 1955, he graduated from Stockton High School in 1973 and spent thirty‑five years working at Kelly Springfield in Freeport, where he was known for his...
Elaine M. Mommsen
Jan 22, 2026
Born into time: February 20, 1928
Born into eternity: January 22, 2026
Elaine M. Mommsen, age 97, a beloved wife, daughter, sister, aunt and cherished community member, passed away peacefully at Manor Court of Liberty Village in Freeport, Illinois.
Elaine was born in Toledo, Ohio, the daughter of Arthur and Esther (Stick) Rohloff. Exposed to her father’s experience with agriculture and gardening, Elaine,...
Mary L. Vorland
Jan 22, 2026
Mary Louise Harmon was born to Sidney and Ruby (Citurs) Harmon on February 7, 1950, in Mason City, Iowa. She grew up on a farm near Northwood, Iowa, graduating from Northwood-Kensett High School in 1968. She graduated from the University of Northern Iowa in 1972.
On August 5, 1972, she married the love of her life, James Vorland, and they moved...
David Minter
Jan 20, 2026
David "Dave" Minter, age 69, of Savanna, passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday, January 20, 2026. A memorial service to celebrate his life will be held at a later date.
Dave was born on September 13, 1956, and from a young age, it was clear he was his own person. He grew up in Evanston, Illinois, where he attended...
Lawrence A. Thines
Jan 20, 2026
Lawrence A. Thines (JR), 67 of Preston, Iowa, passed away suddenly at home, on January 20, 2026. Born on May 21, 1958, in Clinton, Iowa, he was the son of Lawrence and Eleanor Thines. Lawrence lived his life close to the land he loved–growing up farming outside of Preston, Iowa. To many of his friends, he was affectionately known as...
Richard Alan Warfield
Jan 19, 2026
Richard Alan Warfield, 62, of Lanark, Illinois, passed away at home Monday, January 19, 2026, after a long battle with cancer.
Born November 19, 1963, in Freeport, Illinois, Richard was the son of the late Roy and Ruby (Stone) Warfield Sr. of Shannon. He graduated from Shannon High School, class of 1982. During this time he met Kathi Orth. They married...
Judy Leibert Wilson
Jan 19, 2026
Judy Leibert Wilson, age 84, of Elizabeth, Illinois, passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, January 19. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, January 23, at Trinity Lutheran Church, outside of Elizabeth, Illinois. Visitation will be held at the church prior to the service, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Judy was born on December...
Joyce Elaine Gouker
Jan 17, 2026
Joyce E. Gouker, age 91, of Lanark, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 17, 2026, at Allure Nursing Home in Mt. Carroll. A funeral service will be held at 11:00 am on Wednesday, January 28, at the Lanark Church of the Brethren. Visitation will take place at the church from 9:00 am until 11:00 am, immediately prior to the service....
George John Evan
Jan 16, 2026
George John Evan, 90 , passed away at home with family on Friday, January 16, 2026 after a long fight with Alzheimer’s. The visitation will be held Sunday January 25th at Law Jones funeral home in Savanna from noon to 1:45pm with the Funeral Mass at the St. John’s Catholic Church in Savanna at 2pm, with a luncheon to follow...
Eva Rose Law
Jan 16, 2026
Eva Rose Law, age 90, of Mt. Carroll, IL, passed away in her home, with her family by her side, on January 16, 2026. A funeral service will be held at 2 p.m., Wednesday, January 21, at Lanark First Brethren Church. Visitation will take place from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., Tuesday, January 20, at Law Jones Funeral Home, in...
Ronald C. Hammond
Jan 15, 2026
Ronald C. Hammond, 72, of Dubuque, Iowa, passed away at his home on Thursday, January 15, 2026. A private family celebration of his life will be held at a later date.
Ronald was born on August 8, 1953, the son of Roy and Lucille (Miller) Hammond. He was raised in Preston, Iowa, where he attended local schools and graduated from Preston...
Norma Jean Merkel
Jan 15, 2026
Norma Jean Merkel, age 99, passed away on January 15, 2026, at Allure Nursing Home in Mt. Carroll, Illinois. A funeral service will be held Friday, January 23, 2026 at 12:30 p.m., at Law Jones Funeral Home, in Mt. Carroll. Visitation will take place from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., prior to the service. Burial will follow at Chadwick Cemetery,...
Ronald Charneski
Jan 15, 2026
Ronald Charneski, 83, of Savanna, Illinois, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 15, 2026. A Funeral Mass will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, January 29, at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Savanna. Visitation will be held prior to the Mass from 9:00 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. at the Law Jones Funeral Home in Savanna.
Ron was born...
Betty Lea Messmer
Jan 15, 2026
Betty Lea Messmer, age 84, of rural Elizabeth, passed away Thursday, January 15, 2026, at Monroe Hospital in Monroe, Wisconsin, following a short illness.
Betty was born July 23, 1941, in Savanna, Illinois, the daughter of Charles and Lorraine “Rene” (Burke) Bertsch. She grew up on the family farm, attended country school, and graduated from Hanover High School with the Class...
Melvin R. Mann
Jan 14, 2026
Melvin Richard Mann, 82, of Lanark, Illinois passed away January 14, 2026, at Javon Bea Hospital, following a brief illness. A visitation will be held 11am – 12:45pm Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at Law Jones Eastland, Lanark. A graveside service will follow at 1pm in the Lanark Cemetery.
Born January 20, 1943, in Lena, Illinois, Melvin was the son of Harold...
Lyle Hartman
Jan 13, 2026
Lyle H. Hartman
April 4, 1928 — January 13, 2026
Lyle Herbert Hartman, age 97, of Savanna, Illinois passed away Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at Sunrise Senior Living in Tucson, Arizona. A memorial service will be held Friday, April 10, at First Evangelical Lutheran Church, in Mt. Carroll, at 11 a.m. Visitation will take place from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. prior...
Norma Gail Noonan
Jan 8, 2026
Norma Gail Noonan, a devoted mother, proud patriot, and beloved "Ebay Queen," passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday, January 8. A woman of deep faith and fierce love for her family, Norma leaves behind a legacy of kindness, hard work, and cherished memories. In lieu of flowers donations may be made at https://www.gofundme.com/f/celebration-of-life-planting-trees-for-mom?lid=4tm7sxkzoj6q .
Norma was born on April 8,...
