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Sterling, Illinois Obituaries
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Jennifer "Jenny" Hackbarth
Apr 15, 2025
Jennifer “Jenny” Hackbarth, 74, of Milledgeville passed away Tuesday April 15, 2025 at Morningside Of Sterling. Jenny was born November 1, 1950 in Fairbanks Alaska the daughter of Floyd and Catherine (Federly) Snider. She married Carl Hackbarth on November 30, 1984 in Sterling.
Jenny graduated from Newman in 1968. She worked at Self Help for over 30 years, and...
Deloris Whitlock
Apr 9, 2025
Deloris A. Whitlock, 91, died on Wednesday April 9, 2025 at Allure of Sterling. She was born on Janury 3, 1934 in La Salle, Il. The daughter of Frank and Adelia (Nielsen) Mclaughlin. She married Donald L. Whitlock on April 29, 1952 in Clinton, IA. She was a member of Harvest Time Bible Church.
She is survived by two...
Timothy Byington-Miller
Mar 31, 2025
Timothy M. Byington-Miller, 36, of Sterling passed into eternity into the waiting arms of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, where he was made whole and perfect for the first time and forever, on Monday March 31, 2025 at CGH Medical Center. Timothy was born March 30, 1989 the son of Michael Byington and Tanya Miller. He spent much...
Lori L Scott
Mar 28, 2025
Lori L. Scott, 57, of Rock Falls died Friday March 28, 2025 at CGH Medical Center in Sterling. Lori was born March 27, 1968 the daughter of Rudy and Dorothy (Steadman) Jacobs. She married Dennis Scott on May 20, 1989 in Sterling.
Lori enjoyed going to antique stores and also collecting horse figurines. Most of all Lori loved spending time with...
Robert Kuba
Mar 27, 2025
Robert S. Kuba, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away on March 27th, 2025 at the age of 88. Robert S. Kuba was born in Cedar Rapids, Iowa to parents Stanley and Gertrude (Womochel) Kuba.
Bob graduated from St. Patrick’s High School in Cedar Rapids. Growing up he was an involved member of his church where he served as...
Elizabeth Ann Schilling
Mar 25, 2025
Elizabeth Ann Schilling, 69, of East Moline passed away Tuesday March 25, 2025 at her home. Ann was born January 19, 1956 the daughter of Russell and Francis (Brown) Williams. She married Tom Schilling December 10, 1983 and he preceded her in death on January 15, 2021.
Surviviors include three sons Derek Spicer, Darren (Patty) Spicer, and Daniel (Amy)...
Dale Cohenour
Mar 24, 2025
Dale F. Cohenour, Jr., 81, of Sterling, IL, passed away peacefully on March 24, 2025, at home.
He will be deeply missed by his daughters, Angela Minor (Cohenour) and Sunni Hall (Golden); son-in-law, Gary Minor; grandchildren Joshua, Cameron, Addison, Coby, Dalton, and Tristen; sisters Jean Doering (Cohenour) and Marlene Ryther (Cohenour); and many family and friends.
Dale will be cremated per his...
Randy P. Masterson
Mar 20, 2025
Randy P. Masterson
March 22, 1949 - March 20, 2025
Randall “Randy” Patrick Masterson passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, March 20, 2025. The family is deeply saddened and shocked by his sudden death. Randy was born on March 22, 1949, to Theodore “Ted” and Phyllis (Rowe) Masterson; he grew up in the Rochelle/Dixon area, graduating from Rochelle Township High School in 1967....
Thomas Hodgson
Mar 17, 2025
Thomas Edwin Hodgson, 87, of Rock Falls passed away peacefully surrounded by family at his home. Thomas was born September 6, 1937 in Thompsonville IL, the son of William and Mildred (McClerren) Hodgson. He married Carolyn Goad on December 21, 1963 in West Frankfort IL.
Thomas served in the United States Air Force for 8 years, spending 3 of...
William "Bill" Behrens
Mar 14, 2025
William E Behrens 86 of Sterling, a dedicated farmer, loving husband,father, grandfather, and great grandfather. He tragically lost his life on March 14,2025 as a result of injuries sustained in an outside fire.
Bill was born on May 16, 1938 to Elmer and Esther (Dohner) at home hospital in Sterling. Bill attended McElrath Grade School and graduated from Morrison...
Mary Kathleen Knowles
Mar 9, 2025
Mary Kathleen “Kate” Knowles, age 80, passed away peacefully on March 9, 2025, in Sterling, IL.
Kate was a devoted mother, grandmother, sister, and friend who touched countless lives with her kindness, wisdom, and unwavering dedication to family and education.
She is survived by her loving children, Kelly (Calvin) Williams and John (Ilene) Knowles IV; her cherished grandchildren, Briauna...
W. Jean (Asbury) Smith
Mar 9, 2025
W. Jean (Asbury) Smith 91 of Sterling Il. Passed away on Sunday, March 9 at Heritage Woods of Sterling, IL. Jean was born July 31, 1933 in Taylorville, IL to William T. and Katherine L. (McCain) Asbury, in Sterling, IL. She attended Sterling, IL schools. On September 27, 1952, Jean married Willard Smith, in a double marriage with...
Eleanor A. Dale
Mar 7, 2025
Eleanor Ann Dale, age 89 of Sterling IL passed away at the Citadel Nursing Home on Friday March 7, 2025. She was born in a farm home Oct 5, 1935 south of Duncombe Iowa, the daughter of Leanord and Mildred (Lande) Jacobson.
Eleanor graduated from Webster City Iowa high school, where she was a cheerleader and Homecoming Queen. She...
Jay Book
Mar 1, 2025
Jay Paul Book, age 68, of Sterling, Illinois, passed away peacefully at his farm on March 1, 2025. Jay was born in Sterling on February 22, 1957, to loving parents Gene and Lucille Book. After graduating from the University of Illinois with a Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture Science, Jay returned to Sterling to pursue his dream of building the...
Henrietta Sotelo
Feb 23, 2025
Enriquetta “Henrietta” Sotelo, 82, of Sterling passed away Sunday February 23, 2025 at Heritage Woods surrounded by family. Henrietta was born December 26, 1942 in Palmetto, St. Landry’s Parish Louisiana the daughter of Jose and Guadalupe (Lara) Martinez. She married Lucio Sotelo, he preceded her in death on December 5, 1992.
Survivors include daughters Guadalupe Galarza of Edna Oklahoma, Maria Lara...
Judith Rajnowski
Feb 20, 2025
In Loving Memory of Judith Mary Rajnowski (January 25, 1960 - February 20, 2025)
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved mother & grandmother, Judith Mary Rajnowski (Wiker), at the age of 65. Judy was called Home on February 20, 2025, by her LORD & Savior Jesus Christ.
Born in Sterling, Illinois, Judy lived life filled...
William Smith
Feb 17, 2025
William "Bill" C. Smith, 63, of Sterling died Monday February 17, 2025 at his home. William was born February 21, 1961 in Sterling the son of Charles and Harriett (Steagall) Smith.
Bill enjoyed caring for his dogs, and his sisters. He loved working with his tools; he could fix almost anything and was willing to help anyone in need. Bill also...
Francis Hanson
Feb 16, 2025
Mr. Francis L Hanson, age 102, died Sunday, February 16, 2025 in his home in Napa California. Mr. Hanson was born on July 13,1922 in Sterling Illinois, the son of Franklin B and Helen Hanson. He was united in marriage to Dorothy Pearson on June 9,1946.
Francis managed the Wayne Feed Supply business in Sterling for many years....
Wesley Yarbrough
Feb 11, 2025
Wesley “Wes” Rudolph Yarbrough, 77, of Forestville, Maryland, died February 11, 2025 at Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Washington, D.C.. Wes was born November 23, 1947 in Adele, Georgia, the son of William and Lucinda (Tanner) Yarbrough Sr.
Wes was a graduate of Sterling High School and was an accomplished athlete. He attended Sauk Valley Community College the first year...
Jamie Lin Dowse
Feb 5, 2025
Jamie L. Dowse, 62, of Rock Falls passed away Wednesday February 5, 2025 surrounded by family at OSF in Rockford. Jamie was born November 28, 1962 the daughter of James and Lonia (DeSanto) Johnson.
Jamie was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles Club for many years. She enjoyed spending time with her friends, family and especially her grandchildren.
Survivors include...
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