Sterling, Illinois Obituaries

Sep 27, 2024

Kathy L. Orr, 71, of Sterling, died Monday September 27, 2024 at CGH Medical Center Sterling.

 Kathy was born May 24, 1953 in Sterling the daughter of Glen and Shirley (Garriott) Staples.

 Survivors include one son, Shad Staples of Sterling.

 

 And a grand daughter Madison Morrison.

 She was preceded in death by her parents and a daughter, Kasey.

 Cremation rites have been accorded.

 A memorial has...

Sep 27, 2024

 Juan T. Garcia, born on November 6, 1955, in Plainview, Texas, passed away on September 27, 2024 at OSF St. Anthony's in Rockford, Illinois.

 Survivors include his wife Lou Ann; Juans children Adam Garcia, Santos Serrano, Ivanna Garcia, Paz Gonzalez; siblings Rosario Hernandez, Olivia Moreno, Israel Garcia, Adela (Ignacio) Cantu, Daniel (Lupita) Garcia, Jinoveva (Jose) Velasquez, Tiodoso (Teresa) Garcia, Veronica Garcia,...

Sep 27, 2024

 Cynthia E. Lehman, 49, of Rock Falls passed on Friday September 27, 2024 surrounded by family. Cynthia was born March 7, 1975 in Mendota, IL the daughter of Salome and Gloria Serrano. She married Justin Lehman on January 17, 2019 in Nashville, TN.

 Cynthia enjoyed listening and dancing to her music, decorating for holidays, and taking care of others. She loved...

Sep 23, 2024

 Leora M. Babel, 93, of Sterling died Monday September 23, 2024 at Citadel of Sterling. Leora was born March 24, 1931 the daughter of Howard and Theresa (Eilers) Weidel. She married Donald Babel on June 21, 1953 in Sterling. 

 Leora enjoyed traveling in the motor home, dancing, and playing Bingo with her friends at Parkway. 

 Survivors include one son Brian (Chris) Babel;...

Sep 17, 2024

Staci S. Pashon, 50 of Rock Falls died Tuesday September 17, 2024 at home surrounded by family. Staci was born July 2, 1974 in Sterling the daughter of Gordon and Rita (Bailey) Cardwell. She married Aaron Pashon on May 1, 2010 in Las Vegas.

Staci worked at Sterling Rock Falls Child Care for many years,...

Sep 11, 2024

Nancy T. Nunemaker, 77, formerly of Sterling, died Wednesday, September 11, 2024 at Allure of Mt. Carroll. She was born November 1, 1946 in Oregon, IL, the daughter of Bradley and Donna (Fulton) Taft.

She attended Illinois State University, where she earned teaching degrees in both Physical Education and Home Economics. While in school, she...

Sep 11, 2024

Karen O. Conley, 72, of Sterling, died Wednesday, September 11, 2024 at Rock River Hospice Home, Sterling. Karen was born January 14, 1952 in Sterling the daughter Jeannie (Ohare) Ladenburger. She married Rick Conley on July 22, 1985 in Dixon.

Karen was a retired flight attendant for American Airlines. She loved to skydive and ride...

Sep 8, 2024

LaDonna Bell Hall

LaDonna Bell Hall, aged 88, passed away on September 8, 2024, in Slinger, Wisconsin. Born in August 1936, she was a cherished individual known for her kind and loving nature.

LaDonna leaves behind a living legacy in her family; there was no greater joy in her life than her children and grandchildren. She is survived by her children, Rodd...

Sep 8, 2024

Lee A. Sandrock, 67, of Sterling died at home Sunday September 8, 2024. Lee was born on July 19, 1957 in Morrison the son of Harry R. and Dorothy (Nelson) Sandrock. He married Dawn Todahl August 16, 1997 in Yorktown IL.

Lee worked for Heartland Express in North Liberty IA for over 25 years. He...

Sep 6, 2024

Timothy Nathan Jakobs (January 29, 1959 – September 6, 2024)

Tim was born to Norbert and Edith Jakobs in Sterling, Illinois. As a boy he was a member of the FFA and showed cattle. He was always curious about how things worked and often his mother would find her radio unassembled on the kitchen table....

Sep 3, 2024

Ramiro G. Escobedo, 72, of Sterling, Illinois, passed away on September 3rd, 2024, surrounded by the women he cherished most – his four daughters and his loving wife of 51 years, Esmeralda. Born on December 7th, 1951, Ramiro was a devoted family man and proud father to Lori (Doug) Ackland, Sonja (Robert) Shear, Maggie (Shad) Bailey, and Christy (Jeff)...

Aug 29, 2024

Timothy R. Peterson 34 passed away August 24, 2024, as the result of an ATV accident.

Tim was born on March 5, 1990, to his loving parents, Ron and Starr Peterson. He graduated from Hiawatha High School. After high school, Tim worked at a few jobs before landing the job he had wanted for years…Nicor Gas Company....

Aug 25, 2024

Pedro S. Lucas, 22, of Sterling died Sunday, August 25, 2024. He was born August 12, 2002 in Sterling, the son of Carlos and Elaine R. (Lomeli) Lucas. He was a janitor at Sinnissippi Centers.

Pedro loved spending time with his family and Kashmir very much. He especially loved riding bikes with his younger brother,...

Aug 14, 2024

Diana Lynn Hanson Rausa passed away peacefully at her home in Oswego, Illinois on August 14, 2024, surrounded by her family. Born on September 24, 1947 in Morris, Illinois, she was the youngest daughter of Luther and Donna (Cockream) Hanson. She grew up in Gibson City, Illinois, graduated from Northern Illinois University, and moved to Sterling, Illinois, a place...

Aug 7, 2024

Teresa Jo Hinrichs, 60, of Sterling passed away on Wednesday, August 7, 2024 at home after a hard fought battle with ALS.

She is survived by her husband Darren; four children, Aubrey (Jared) Reynolds, Dylan, Dallas and Lexi Hinrichs; seven grandchildren, Magnolia, Rowan, Linden, Lennox and Asher Reynolds and Draven and Denver Hinrichs; one brother,...

Aug 3, 2024

Joseph A. Geiger, 98, of Sterling died Saturday August 3, 2024 at his home. Joseph was born November 30, 1925 the son of Carl and Florence (Runge) Geiger. He married Joan Pobanz on January 8, 1955 in Galva IL.

Joseph was a farmer for decades in Henry and Whiteside counties. He was a prolific furniture...

Jul 30, 2024

Joyce Elaine Breedon (née Scott), also known by her CB radio handle of "Redneck," passed away peacefully in Maypearl, Texas, on July 30, 2024, at the age of 90. Born on July 5, 1934, in Sterling, Illinois, Joyce lived a life marked by her dedication to family and her passion for puzzles, particularly the crossword ones, which she impressively...

Jul 24, 2024

James J. Gerdy, 77, of Corpus Christi, Texas passed away peacefully on July 24, 2024. He was born in Miami, Florida on August 20, 1946 to Joseph and Lois (Geidner) Gerdy. James met and married Sharon Lee Maynard in Sterling, Illinois, where they lived for many years.

James was a veteran of the United States...

Jul 24, 2024

Barbara Ann Duis, 92, passed away July 24th 2024 at Pleasant View of Morrison IL. Barbara was born June 12, 1932 in Sterling, IL. The daughter of Ronald O’Neil and Lynwood Norman. Parental family differences in religion, Catholic and Protestant would deny Barbara of ever knowing her biological father.

During her childhood years Barbara and...

Jul 22, 2024

Ann Kennedy, 67, of Sterling died Monday July 22, 2024 at CGH Medical Center. Ann was born January 26, 1957 the daughter of Louis and Lois (Baer) Ukena. She married Tony Kennedy on September 1, 1979 in Rock Falls. He preceded her in death in 1999.

Ann and her husband Tony moved to the Fort...