Obituaries in Sycamore, IL

He was born on August 27 1929 in DeKalb IL. to Robert and Ada Adel Pullium Baker. He married Donnabel Robinson on July 23 1949. Everett worked for Anaconda Wire and Cable Co.BarberGreene Manufacturing retiring after many years of service. He found joy in the simple pleasures of life. He had a passio...

The heart is seen as a universal symbol of love life devotion resiliency and courage. It is no wonder that Victor since birth has been known to have a heart like no other. Victor was a dedicated husband father son brother friend and mentorso much so that he left an imprint on each of the hearts he t...

For much of his life Paul was a farmer and construction business owner roles he carried with pride and dedication. Early in his career he especially loved being a dairy farmer caring for his animals and working the rhythms of the farm each day. As his work evolved Paul spent countless hours behind ...

Rose Mary Contreras 81 of Dekalb transitioned peacefully on Saturday December 27 2025. Born January 8 1944 Rose worked at the Dekalb Country Rehab Nursing Center before her retirement. After retirement she spent her time enjoying her crossword puzzles and bingo on Tuesdays with her friends. Rose is...

Billie Jean Woodyatt 70 of Genoa died on December 11 2025 at her home with her loving husband by her side. She was born on February 5 1955 in Peoria IL. to Billy and Twila Fogle Deahl. She married Charles "Rick" Woodyatt on May 5 1995. She worked at Playskool and retired from WS Hampshire after 35 y...

He was born on January 21 1930 in Chadron NE. He was the son of William and Sophia Degner Simunek. Emmanuel was a talented musician and piano player and enjoyed ballroom dancing. He was a member of St. Marys Church in DeKalb and the Knights of Columbus in South Dakota. He was a farmer in Volga SD an...

A lifelong resident of Mayfield Township she farmed with her husband for many years. Marjorie was a talented seamstress and designed and made her own couture wedding gown and later clothes for herself and her children. She was a skilled decorator and took great delight in decorating the family home ...

Known for his charming personality dance moves and natural charisma Samuel had a presence that could not be ignored. When he walked into a room people couldnt help but notice him. His confidence warmth and spirit leftlasting impressions on everyone he encountered. He will be remembered notonly for h...

Dakota was a graduate of Sycamore HS where he loved Art class and playing Rugby. He spent the last few years working hard at Rapid Rinse in Sycamore. Growing up he loved to draw and was a Lego master. He especially loved Anime and Manga. He loved to grill out and cook especially with his fianc. He l...

Kathleen Helen "Stormy" Klotz 79 of Kirkland died on December 9 2025 at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born on March 19 1946 on the U.S. Naval Base in Oakland CA. She was the daughter of Frank and Geraldine White Carnal. She married Rodney Klotz who died in June of 2022. Stormy wa...

Dr. John H. Engstrom 88 of Sycamore Illinois died peacefully on December 19 2025 surrounded by his loved ones at the DeKalb County Nursing Home. Born July 6 1937 in Knoxville Tennessee Dr. Engstrom was the son of LeRoy and Elizabeth Evans Engstrom. He grew up in Knoxville and later graduated from th...

Sandra J. Earl 86 of DeKalb and Sycamore IL. passed away peacefully on December 23 2025 at OSF St. Anthonys Medical Center in Rockford IL. She was born on July 6 1939 in Sycamore IL to Harvey and Evelyn McDermott Thomas. She was a 1957 graduate of Sycamore High School and earned her Associate Degree...