Sterling, Illinois Obituaries

Oct 27, 2024

George Adel Mobarak

December 10, 1967 – October 27, 2024

   

  George Adel Mobarak passed away peacefully in his sleep on October 27, 2024, in Chicago, Illinois. He was 56 years old. George was the loving husband of Krista and a devoted father to Mason, Hannah, Caroline, and Linda (Ethan) Newlin. He was also a beloved uncle to Adeline, Harry, Myles,...

Oct 25, 2024

 Barry E. Montague Sr., 83, of Sterling died Friday October 25, 2024 at Rock River Hospice & Home surrounded by family. Barry was born June 10, 1941 in Hannibal MO the son of Kenneth and Helen (Yohn) Russell.  He married Louise Fatschel on October 1, 1964 in Whiteside County. 

 He enlisted in the U.S. Navy in 1959, starting as E-1 and...

Oct 21, 2024

 Donald E Dirks 89, Sterling died peacefully at Resthave Nursing Home Monday, October 21, 2024

 Born to Lester and Florence (Onken) Dirks in Hopkins Township, Whiteside County on July 2, 1935.

 Don attended Woodside, Galt, SHS and Sauk Valley College. He was baptized and confirmed at Our Savior Lutheran Church, Sterling. 

 He joined the Navy in 1955 and served on the USS BOYD...

Oct 19, 2024

 Barbara Louise Stern, 87, earned her heavenly wings on Saturday, October 19, 2024, at home surrounded by her loving family. Born on December 25, 1936, in Rice Lake, Wisconsin, to Robert and Nadine Houts, she often shared stories with her grandchildren about growing up on a farm.

 She married John L. Stern on July 9, 1961, in Sterling, Illinois, where they...

Oct 18, 2024

JOEL GARZA- 66 OF JANESVILLE WISCONSIN, FORMERLY OF STERLING IL, WAS BORN ON FEBRUARY 20 1958 AND WENT HOME TO BE WITH THE LORD ON OCTOBER 18, 2024. 

JOEL WAS A LOVING HUSBAND, FATHER AND GRANDFATHER. JOEL WAS A GOOD FRIEND TO MANY.

HE IS SURVIVED BY HIS WIFE ELIZABETH ANN GARZA, HIS CHILDREN, JACINDA GARZA, MICHAEL GARZA, NICHOLOUS GARZA AND ISABEL...

Oct 16, 2024

   Alan “Al” Earl Thompson, 76, of Deer Grove, Illinois, passed away on Wednesday, October 16, 2024, at his home, after bravely fighting a lengthy battle with cancer. He was born on August 19, 1948, in Dixon, Illinois, to Helen (Hays) Thompson and Harry Thompson. Al was retired, having worked 30+ years for ComEd, as a Lineman, and was a...

Oct 12, 2024

   Laurence William Calkins, Jr. (Larry), age 93, of Sterling, IL, passed away on October 12, 2024 at home within the comfort and love of his family. Larry was born on January 30, 1931 in Chicago, IL to Laurence W. and Anita (Siebolt) Calkins. 

   Larry was raised by his grandparents and grew up working the farm near Milledgeville. He attended...

Oct 11, 2024

   Linda Kay Stull, 72, of Rock Falls, Illinois, died on October 11, 2024 at Swedish American Hospital in Rockford. She was born July 26, 1952 in Sterling, the daughter of Robert and Nora (Callaway) Williams. Linda was a beloved mother, wife, daughter, sister, and friend. Linda loved to plant flowers in the yard and never shied away from a...

Oct 11, 2024

 Marlene Dunn, 92, of Sterling died Friday October 11, 2024 at Rock River Hospice & Home in Sterling. Marlene was born August 18, 1932 in Sterling the daughter of Harold and Mildred (Gartner) Hall. She married Harold Dunn on July 18, 1950.

 Marlene loved the outdoors, and gardening her flowers. She enjoyed playing tennis with friends into her 80's. 

 Survivors include three...

Oct 9, 2024

 Marco Garcia, 24, of Sterling died Wednesday October 9, 2024. Marco was born October 6, 2000 the son of Rodrigo and Lucia (Arellano) Garcia. 

 Marco enjoyed his cars, and loved spending time with his family and friends.

 Survivors include his parents Rodrigo (Lucia) Garcia; Maternal great-grandparents Juan (Guadalupe) Trujillo; maternal grandfather Juan Brito; paternal grandparents Rodrigo (Maria) Garcia; three sisters Alyxia Garcia,...

Oct 9, 2024

   Betty Jean Kirchner, 95, of Sterling passed away on Wednesday October 9, 2024 at CGH Medical Center. Betty was born August 15, 1929 in Bridgeport, IL, the daughter of Ellis and Clara (Dolby) Palmer. She married Harry Kirchner on November 10, 1951 in Oblong, IL. He preceded her in death on September 15, 2018. 

   Betty began her teaching career...

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...