James P. “Fuzz” Furlong, 71, formally of Oswego, IL, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, September 23, 2014, at Pleasant View Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Morrison, IL. Jim was born August 8, 1943, and grew up in Clarendon Hills, IL. He was a beloved father, grandfather, and soon-to-be great-grandfather. Jim
Jeanne E. Matzen-Fiet, 69, of Morrison, IL, formerly of Fulton, IL, died Sunday, September 21, 2014, at her home. Jeanne was born August 4, 1945, in Clinton, IA, to George W. “Sonny” and Roberta (Sheridan) Rentschler. She was educated in the Fulton Grade School and was a 1963 graduate of
Wyman W. “Skip” Vinson, age 62, died at home Thursday, September 18, 2014. Skip was born on October 17, 1951, in Walnut Ridge, AR, the son of Eddie and Lola (Collins) Vinson. He was a local musical celebrity for 47 years and carpet installer. Survivors include, his loving companion of
Gene Brearton, 75, son of Frank and Florence Brearton, died on the 28th of August, 2014, in Houston TX. He was born in Morrison, IL, and educated in Whiteside and Carroll County Schools. Gene graduated in 1957 from York Township High School in Thomson, IL, where he also served
Carrie J. Muntean, 77, of Sterling, IL, died Monday, September 15, 2014, at Coventry Living Center in Sterling. Carrie was born July 26, 1937, in Sterling, the daughter of John and Katherine (Fowler) Doty. She married Harold Muntean on July 7, 1957, in Sterling. She was a member of St.
Isabella Jo Echebarria-Wright, infant daughter of Heather Echebarria and Kevin Wright, passed away unexpectedly Monday, September 15, 2014, at Mercy Medical Center North, Clinton, IA. Isabella was born August 5, 2014, in Sterling, IL. She is survived by her parents Kevin and Heather of Fulton, IL; big sister Jasmine Wright
Patricia Jean Mathew, 80, of Morrison, IL, died Wednesday, September 3, 2014, from complications of multiple sclerosis, at Pleasant View Rehabilitation & Health Care Center in Morrison. She was born May 20, 1934, in Sterling, IL, the daughter of Louise and Dillwyn Batcheller. Pat graduated as class valedictorian in 1952
Bernice D. Engelkens, 102, of Four Seasons Living Center, Morrison, IL, died Tuesday, September 2, 2014, at the Living Center. Bernice was born October 11, 1911, in Morrison, to Benjamin and Kate (Fisher) Decker. She was educated in the Morrison Grade Schools. Bernice married Edward O. “Ted” Engelkens on April
Robert L. “Bob” Arians, 87, of Morrison, IL, died Monday, September 1, 2014, at Morrison Community Hospital, Morrison. Robert was born August 13, 1927, in Sterling, IL, to John R. and Hulda (Stralow) Arians. He was educated in the Morrison grade schools and graduated from Morrison High School. He began
Ivan Joe Kaufman, 77, of Morrison, IL, died Sunday, August 31, 2014, at his home. Joe was born November 14, 1936, in Tiskilwa, IL, to Preston M. and Florence E. (Cook) Kaufman. He was a graduate of Chadwick High School in Chadwick, IL, and served in the U. S. Army.
Sharon Kay Deter, 54, of Morrison, IL, died Tuesday, August 26, 2014, at her home. Sharon was born September 13, 1959, in Colorado Springs, CO, to Carroll and Jacqueline (Reynolds) Rasmussen. She attended the Clinton grade schools and graduated from Clinton High School in Clinton, IA. Sharon served in the
Gale E. Ellis, 94, of Resthave Home, Morrison, IL, died Sunday, August 24, 2014, at Resthave Home. Gale was born April 29, 1920, in Jesup, IA, to Samuel R. and Lucy Armenta (Case) Ellis. He was educated in the rural Wayne County, IL, school system. Gale served in the U.
Gordon Edward Nelson, 82, of Morrison, IL, died Thursday, August 21, 2014, at Dixon Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center, Dixon, IL. Gordon was born November 8, 1931, in Morrison, to Bert J. and Hattie (Beveroth) Nelson. He graduated from Morrison High School. He received his Bachelors Degree from Western Illinois University
Shirley A. Noble, age 78, of Walnut, IL, died Thursday, August 21, 2014, at Unity Methodist Hospital in Peoria, IL. Shirley was born on October 1, 1935, in Sublette, IL, the daughter of Orville and Millie (Foss) White. She was united in marriage to Arden Noble on June 6, 1954,
Janie Vogel, 71, of Morrison, IL, died Saturday, August 16, 2014, at Four Seasons Living Center in Morrison. Janie was born April 3, 1943, in Charleston, WV, to Chester and Julia (Shea) Platt. She graduated from Harper Creek High School in Battle Creek, MI. After high school, Janie attended the