East High School Illinois Alumni Obituaries

Byron McPherson Dillard, age 92, entered the presence of his Savior on December 23, 2025 at Heritage Green Assisted Living in Lynchburg, Virginia, where he had resided for the past two years and was lovingly cared for by a devoted team of caregivers.Byron was born on August 16, 1933, in Thomasville,...

Charles Peter LaBahn known as Chuck professionally and as Pete to his family passed away in his home in Milwaukee on December 8 2025. Pete was born in 1928 in Chicago Illinois to Ida Holtz and Rudolph LaBahn and became a lifelong Milwaukee resident at the age of 4 when his family migrated to Milwau...

Gail Michelle Lynch was born on September 6, 1955, in Brooklyn, New York, where she was raised by her mother, Bertha Beasley, and her grandmother, Josephine “Aunt Joe” Mercer. From Bertha and Aunt Joe, Gail learned many of the virtues that shaped who she would eventually become: a strong, fiercely i...

Doris Irene Chapman-Combs, age 93 of Marion, passed away Saturday, January 10, 2026.Doris was born December 4, 1932 in Wilkesville, Ohio, the daughter of the late James and Iva May (Clark) Montgomery. The family moved to Marion when Doris was 3 years old. She received her education in Claridon and g...

Madlynne Rae Webber, age 85, of New Matamoras, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 6th, 2025.Born on January 3rd, 1940, in Ottawa, Illinois, Madlynne lived a life marked by grace, resilience, and deep compassion. Through God’s grace, she touched the lives of many with her unwavering ...

SPRINGFIELD Albert Schober Jr. 95 passed away Wednesday November 19 2025 at Villas East in Sherman. He was born August 21 1930 to Albert and Johanna Aubel Schober. He married Barbara Ann Smith on October 12 1951 in Springfield. She preceded him in death on August 13 2025. He was also preceded in de...

Judith Elaine Judy Scott Woolfolk 81 of Franklin Illinois died Thursday November 27 2025 at her home. She was born June 16 1944 in Jacksonville the daughter of Edward and Inez Houston Scott. Judy married Michael L. Mick Woolfolk on September 25 1966 at Wesley Chapel United Methodist Church in Jackso...

Edward Joseph "Eddie" Luther Jr. of Kennerdell PA a beloved brother father grandfather veteran pilot teacher civil servant AFSCME member outdoorsman entrepreneur thoroughbred handicapper and wildcatter oilman died peacefully on October 15th at the age of 84. Eddie was born and grew up in Altoona. Wh...

90 of Oak Grove Alabama formerly of Barbourville Kentucky was called home on Wednesday December 24 2025. He is survived by two daughters Lisa Ann Bingham Weldon Steve of Oak Grove Alabama and Donna Lynn Bingham of Oak Grove Alabama three granddaughters Katie Weldon Derek of Dunwoody Georgia Casey We...

Jeffery E. Jordan 62 passed away on December 25 2025 at his home surrounded by loved ones after a courageous fiveandahalfyear battle with pancreatic cancer. Fewer than 13 percent of those diagnosed survive beyond five years a testament to Jefferys strength and determination. Jeffery was born in Olea...

Glen Ronald Hunt born September 9 1939 in Rockford Illinois the oldest son of Glen and Mildred Hunt passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on December 29 2025. Glen attended East High School and at the age of 18 began his career at Rockford Screw Products. He dedicated 44 years of faith...

Joan Joanie N. Towne passed away peacefully on January 5th 2026. She was born in Dixon IL on November 30th 1939 to Kenneth A. and Marion V. Bennett. She lived in Rockford IL for most of her life. She attended and graduated from East High School. Married William R. Hanson on September 7th 1957 they d...

Edna Vee Coleman was born on July 18, 1939, in Shaw, Mississippi, the third child of Albert and Mertis Walker.On Monday, November 24, 2025, she peacefully transitioned and received her wings at home, with her loving daughter Cheryl by her side.She was raised on a strong foundation of faith and famil...

Kenneth L. Cameron, 89, of Aurora, passed away on December 7, 2025.  He was born on May 17, 1936, in Rockford, IL.Ken was preceded in death by his parents, his daughter, Cathy Cameron; his brother, Steve; and his brother-in-law, Steve Fike. Ken is survived by his loving wife, Pen...

Gerald Joseph Salem, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on December 7, 2025, at St. Alexius in Hoffman Estates, IL, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on February 2, 1951, in Chicago, IL, the son of John and Marie (née Orlando) Salemi. Gerald dedicat...

Perry DuPra Pree Brown of Rockford departed this earthly life January 6 2026. He was born December 22 1970 in Rockford the son of Perry and Diane Brown. Perry was employed as a machine operator by Combined Metals Company 11 years. He loved to grill play video games lifting weights dancing singing en...

Mr. Anthony J. Jeffreys 70 of Rockford passed away on Thursday January 1 2026 at home surrounded by his loving family. He was born on October 10 1955 in Rockford to Walter and Frances Smith Jeffreys. He was a graduate of East High School. On May 24 1974 he was joined in marriage to Rosemary Weir. Mr...

On December 21 2025 Lanny J. Lemons got out of the combine and left his Chevy pickup in the driveway for the last time. He lost his battle to pulmonary fibrosis. Lanny was born on September 10 1953 to Barbara Denison Lemons and Silas Lemons. The story goes that Barb got Si out of the combine to go t...

Nancy L. Wessel age 84 of Pittsfield IL passed away Tuesday January 6 2026 at Barry Healthcare and Senior Living in Barry IL. She was born July 20 1941 in Canton IL to Earnest and Hattie Barrett Henry. Nancy married Robert Leroy Pete Wessel December 14 1962 at the First Christian Church in Chandlerv...

Minerva Jean Stalter Birkey 94 of Paxton passed away peacefully at home on Saturday January 3 2026 surrounded by her family. She is reunited with her husband Kelly who passed December 29 2025. Minerva was born August 23 1931 the daughter of Ruth Heiser Stalter and Aaron Stalter of rural Fisher. She ...

Carroll Kelly Birkey went home to be with the Lord at 1010 p.m. Monday December 29 2025 at his home. He was born January 9 1929 in Foosland. Kelly was the son of Alvin and Amelia Zehr Birkey. He married Minerva Stalter on February 24 1950 at the East Bend Mennonite Church in Fisher. They recently ce...

   Marilyn J. VandeMoortel, 93, of Moline, passed away peacefully Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at her home.   A Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:00 a.m. Thursday, January 8, 2025 at Sacred Heart Church, Moline. Visitation will be 3:00 – 7:00 p.m. Wednesday at Rafferty Funeral...

   Samuel S. Doak, 90, of Rock Island, passed away Friday, January 9, 2026 at his home.   A Mass of Christian Burial will be 9:30 a.m., Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at St Mary’s Church, Rock Island. Visitation will be 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. Tuesday at Rafferty Funeral Home, Moline with ...

   Alice Irene Impens, 97, of Moline, passed away Wednesday, January 7, 2026, surrounded by family at Clarissa C. Cook Hospice House, Bettendorf.   A Mass of Christian Burial will be at 9:30 am, on the 12th day of January, 2026, at Sacred Heart Church, Moline. Visitation will be ...

Ernell Posey affectionately known as MOON to many passed away peacefully on May 3 2025. Born on February 25 1938 in Chicago Illinois to her beloved mother Elizabeth Powers Ernell was lovingly raised by her aunt and uncle Zula Mae and James Mailey Sr. who played an instrumental role in her upbringing...

Richard L. King 97 of Atkinson passed away on Saturday January 10 2026 at Hammond Henry Hospital Geneseo. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 1100 a.m. on Tuesday January 20 2026 at St. Anthony Catholic Church Atkinson. Reverend S. Stephen Engelbrecht will celebrate. Burial will follow at Nor...

Sherry Fay OReilly 77 of Geneseo passed away at her home surrounded by her loving family on Wednesday January 14 2026. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 1030 a.m. on Tuesday January 20 2026 at St. Malachy Catholic Church Geneseo. Father Daniel Gifford will officiate. Burial will follow at t...

Loren R. Hunnicutt 87 formerly of Galesburg died at 1136 a.m. Sunday December 28 2025 in Washington Senior Living Center Washington Illinois. Loren was born May 6 1938 in Galesburg the son of Forrest and Sibbel Palmer Hunnicutt. He married Nancy Lavely Hurr on January 5 1973 in Galesburg. She preced...