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Gail A. Secor

Gail A. Secor

Jan 1, 2025

Gail Arleen Secor, 82, of Oswego, IL died peacefully at OSF St. Joseph Medical Center in Bloomington, IL on January 1, 2025.

She was born in Chicago, IL on July 18, 1942, to Father William Yokas and Mother Ruth Compton.

Gail attended grade school at Mayfair Elementary School in Chicago, IL; Middle School at Schaumburg...

Kelly James Corcoran

Kelly James Corcoran

Dec 30, 2024

Kelly James Corcoran, aged 60, of Oswego, Illinois, passed away peacefully at home on December 30, 2024. Born on July 21, 1964, in Oak Park, Illinois, Kelly was the youngest son of the late William "Corky" and June Corcoran of Wheaton, Illinois.

Kelly was a devoted husband to Tracy (Coniglio) Corcoran, with whom he shared 31 wonderful...

Shirley Ann Wilcox

Shirley Ann Wilcox

Dec 27, 2024

Obituary was lovingly written by her family.

Beloved Mother and Grandmother Shirley Ann Wilcox Age 78, continued her eternal journey with the Lord on December 27th, 2024. Shirley was born to Mildred Faust on June 29th,1946 in Johnson City,TN. She Resided in Ottawa,IL. Shirley was a Devoted, Kind and Selfless Loving Mother,Grandmother and Friend. She was a...

Thomas Owen Veller

Thomas Owen Veller

Dec 27, 2024

Thomas Owen Veller, age 80, of Aurora, IL, passed away on Friday, December 27, 2024 at his residence.

Born on July 20, 1944, in Chicago, Illinois, Thomas lived a life filled with passion, dedication and a zest for the joys of family and community.

Thomas was the cherished son of John and Ruth Veller who...

Marianne Elizabeth Hyatt

Marianne Elizabeth Hyatt

Dec 24, 2024

Marianne Elizabeth Hyatt, beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on December 24, 2024, just two days shy of her 78th birthday. Born on December 26, 1946, in Chelsea, Massachusetts, she was the daughter of William and Helen Lynch. Marianne's life was full of love, creativity, and a commitment to caring for others.

Marianne's professional journey...

Julee James Coughlen

Julee James Coughlen

Dec 23, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Julee James Coughlen, who departed this world on December 23, 2024, at the age of 53.

She was born on January 22, 1971, in Dixon, IL, Julee was a cherished daughter, beloved wife, devoted mother, and a friend to many. She leaves behind a legacy of...

Barbara G. Mittelstaedt

Barbara G. Mittelstaedt

Dec 22, 2024

Barbara Genevieve Mittelstaedt, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend passed away at the age of 86, the evening of December 22, 2024.

Barbara was born on May 26, 1938 in Chicago, IL to Stanley S. Kierna and Genevieve J. Kierna.

Barbara and her husband, Bill, were high school sweethearts and were married for 47 years....

Rev. Michael Edwin Obenauer

Rev. Michael Edwin Obenauer

Dec 21, 2024

Rev. Michael Edwin Obenauer, age 74, of Yorkville, IL, peacefully passed away on Saturday, December 21, 2024 in the comfort of his home.

Michael was born March 31, 1950 in McLaughlin, SD, the son of the late Edwin and Wilma Barbara Dockter Obenauer.

Michael's path to ministry was shaped by his years of study at...

Anna Marie  Giovenco Leganski

Anna Marie Giovenco Leganski

Dec 20, 2024

Anna Marie Giovenco Leganski was born in Chicago, IL March 16, 1952. Her mother Sonia N. Giovenco was a homemaker. Her father Thomas J. Giovenco owned a service station on Lake and Morgan in Chicago.

Anna attended grade school at St. Michael's and completed high school at St. Benedicts. She participated in golf and bowling leagues while...

Evelyn F. Moran

Evelyn F. Moran

Dec 17, 2024

Evelyn Floydly Moran, age 94, of Montgomery, IL, passed away on December 17, 2024, at Rush Copley Medical Center surrounded by her loving family.

Evelyn was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She was born on October 11, 1930, in Elba Township, Winona County, MN to Floyd and Eva Velma Gable (Rouse).

Evelyn and...

Neal Wayne Kemp

Neal Wayne Kemp

Dec 17, 2024

It is with heavy heart that we share that Neal Wayne Kemp, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away on Tuesday, December 17th, 2024.

He was born on November 12, 1955, in Keosauqua, Iowa, to Eugene Kemp and Rachel Wiley. Neal was a proud graduate of Upper Iowa University, where he studied Theatre and Library...

Wayne Olson

Wayne Olson

Dec 15, 2024

Wayne A. Olson, 96, of Oswego, IL passed away Sunday, December 15th, 2024, at Rush Copley Medical Center in Aurora, IL. Wayne, also known as 'Ole', was born December 3rd, 1928, in Aurora, IL, the son of the late Arthur and Violet Olson. Wayne grew up in Newark, IL. He married the love of his life, Grace Nelson, on...

Kimberly A. Corirossi

Kimberly A. Corirossi

Dec 14, 2024

Kimberly Ann Corirossi, 60, passed away December 14, 2024, due to complications from a stroke.

She was born September 26, 1964 in Huntsville, Alabama, to James Corirossi, Jr. and the late JoAnn nee Piper Walker.

Kim was a graduate of Northeastern Illinois University.

She worked for several years for the Chicago Park District...

Robert Leo Higgins

Robert Leo Higgins

Dec 10, 2024

Robert Leo Higgins, age 83, of Oswego, IL, passed away with his loving family by his side on Tuesday, December 10, 2024, at Bickford of Oswego.

He was born April 7, 1941, in Ottawa, IL the son of Richard and Leota Higgins.

He met his wife Carolyn, at Mendota High School and was married in...

Tegan Hallie Zoephel

Tegan Hallie Zoephel

Dec 9, 2024

Tegan Hallie Zoephel, age 24, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, December 9, 2024 in Georgia.

She was born June 14, 2000 in Aurora, IL the daughter of Jeffrey and Kimberly Jesch Zoephel.

A proud graduate of the Savannah College of Art and Design in 2021, Tegan immersed herself in the worlds of art, theater, and...

Karen Elizabeth Berry

Karen Elizabeth Berry

Dec 5, 2024

Karen E. Berry, age 69, of Montgomery, IL passed away after a long illness at Rush-Copley Medical Center in Aurora, IL. She was born June 17, 1955, in Watertown, NY the daughter of Ward and Rose Toper Becker.

Prior to her retirement, she was an executive assistant at Lucent Technologies. Karen had an unwavering faith that kept...

Melvin Kueteman

Melvin Kueteman

Dec 3, 2024

Melvin W. (Dick) Kueteman of Serena, IL at rest peacefully on Tuesday, December 3, 2024, at the Illinois Veterans Home, LaSalle, IL.

He was born in Plumerville, AR the son of the late William and Irma (nee Cates) Kueteman.

Melvin was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He was a member of the US...

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