Dorothea L. Long, age 98, of Sterling, IL, died Monday, December 25, 2023, at Resthave Care & Rehabilitation in Morrison, IL. Dorothea was born September 28, 1925, in Amboy, IL, the daughter of Anders Rudolph and Leone (Phillips) Lindstrom. She married Kenneth E. Long on May 13, 1945, in Dixon,
Michael John Butkus, 70, of Morrison, IL, died Saturday, December 9, 2023, at Iris Memory Care in Oklahoma City, OK. Mike was born November 21, 1953, in Morrison, to John and Evelyn Butkus. Mike experienced a joyful childhood, growing up with his five siblings and a loving mom and dad.
Bradley Alan Decker, 61, passed away on October 5, 2023, at the University of Illinois Hospital in Chicago, IL, after a brief illness. Bradley Decker was born May 21, 1962, to Lyle Alan and Carol (Bogle) Decker in Morrison, IL. He was educated in the Morrison, IL, schools and then
Sharon F. Appel, 78, of Morrison, IL, passed away on Tuesday, December 26, 2023, at Morrison Community Hospital, Morrison. Sharon was born July 4, 1945, to Jay and Grace Louise (Juist) Newendyke in Morrison. She was a graduate of Thomson High School in Thomson, IL. On November 19, 1965, she
Steven L. Bearsley, 64, of Albany, IL, died Saturday, December 23, 2023, at his home. Steven was born April 24, 1959, in Savanna, IL, to Larry G. and Helen M. (Resel) Bearsley. He was educated in the Tampico, IL, grade schools and was a 1977 graduate of Savanna, IL, High
Editor’s note: Open hours are Tuesday, December 26, through Saturday, December 30, 2023, from 7:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. As a non-coffee drinker, it was a pleasant surprise to enjoy a soothing, rich, coffee fragrance in the air, as I approached “The Bread Lady at Donnybrook Corner.” The Grand Opening
The storefront of a variety store will display a wide range of goods of different types and forms. Usually, eclectic merchandise is inexpensive. Inside Hidden Treasures Variety Store, LLC, at 113 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL, owner Tobias Bloom stated, “I wanted to do a little bit for everyone. That
If you had entered the Lobby of Morrison Community Hospital, 300 N. Jackson Street, Morrison, IL, between 9:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. on Friday, December 15, 2023, you were greeted with the sweetest of aromas. MCH Auxiliary members held their annual Bake Sale in the hallway. A trio
The following Arrests were made and Citations issued since Friday, December 15, 2023. Arrests: None. The following Citation was issued. Date Name Age Address Violation Cited 12-20-2023 Victoria Horn 28 Morrison, IL Improper Backing The public is reminded that these are
Seasonal viruses have been on the uptick for the last several weeks across the State. Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) reminds the public to take precautions–to protect the health of friends and family who are vulnerable to severe illness. The guidance comes as the Centers for Disease Control and
On Monday, December 18, 2023, one item for consideration was proposed to protect students and staff. Assistant Editor Jerry Lindsey’s report stated, “Bob Sondgerroth presented the cost and effects of securing all school classrooms with ‘FlipLok’ products. Such secondary, locking devices offer each room a security device to prevent the
Myron J. Deets, 82, of Sterling, IL, died Thursday, December 21, 2023, at Rock River Hospice & Home, Sterling, IL. Myron was born on January 22, 1941, in Sterling, to Nolan R. and Jesse Louise (Sivits) Deets. Myron was raised on a farm in Jordan Township and was a
Debra Sue Brady, 66, of Forreston, IL, died Wednesday, December 20, 2023, at SSM Healthcare Hospital in Monroe, WI. Debra was born August 19, 1957, in Clinton, IA, to Larry and Patricia (Bielema) Drury. She graduated from Fulton High School in 1975. She furthered her education, receiving a degree in
Kathy Ann Anderson, 66, of Morrison, died Sunday December 17, 2023 at Rock River Hospice & Home, Sterling, IL. Kathy was born October 16, 1957, in Morrison, the daughter of Ellsworth and Marion (Dykhuizen) Nice. She married Thomas Anderson on January 1, 1999, in Red Wing, MN. Kathy loved nature
Remember The Loft on Main while shopping locally at 112 E. Main Street, Morrison, IL. You will find so many unique items in a large range of prices. Prices begin at $4.50. Extended hours follow. Dec. 21: 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.Dec. 22: 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.Dec. 23: 10:00