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Recent Services
Anthony "Toni" Joseph Panizzi, of Ladd, passed away on Thursday, May 22, 2025. Arrangements are tentatively scheduled for Tuesday May 27, 2025, in St. Thomas More Church, Dalzell.
Doris Hamilton passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, with her family by her side
at OSF St. Anthony Medical Center in Rockford.
Doris was born on February 4, 1932, in Garden City, Kansas, to Clark and Goldie (McKee) Travis. On June 3, 1956, she married C. W. “Bill” Hamilton, in Tiskilwa. They were married 52 years, a testament to their enduring love and partnership. Doris was a graduate of Tiskilwa High School, earned her Bachelor's degree from Western Illinois University and continued graduate studies at the University of Illinois and Illinois State University.
For 35 years, Doris’s love for music resonated through the halls of Tiskilwa Elementary and High Schools. As a K-12 music educator, she inspired countless students, through music and theater programs as well as serving as the high school cheerleading sponsor. She created the
“Kids from Tiskilwa” swing choir that performed across Illinois and on the stages of Disney World and Sea World in Florida. Her expertise was recognized statewide; she was a cooperative consultant for the Illinois Board of Education and a student teacher supervisor for Illinois State University. She was recognized as an Outstanding Teacher by the Institute for Development of Educational Activities, and Outstanding Arts Educator in the state of Illinois by the Illinois Arts Alliance. In 2013, she received a lifetime achievement award from the Prairie
Arts Council, a fitting tribute to a career dedicated to the arts. Doris was an active member of the Tiskilwa Community Church where she played the piano and organ for over 70 years and lead the church choir. She was a music contest judge for both the Illinois High School Association (IHSA) and Illinois Elementary School Association (IESA). She was a member of the Princeton Elementary School Board for 24 years, and for over 30 years, she directed the Homestead musicals during Princeton’s annual Homestead Festival. Doris was a devoted grandma and trusted friend to her grandchildren. She was a huge part of their lives, taking care of them after school, and attending countless sporting and music events proudly cheering them on.
Doris leaves behind two daughters, Lori (David) Compton of Tiskilwa, IL, and Kristi (Doug) Compton of Princeton, IL; five grandchildren, Ashley (Eric) Dienslake, Andrew (Candice) Compton, Danielle Compton, Chelsea Compton, and Ean Compton; three great-grandchildren, Lake Dienslake, and Drasen and Carter Compton; a brother, Richard “Dick” Travis of Chillicothe, and numerous nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her beloved husband, Bill; three brothers, Dwight, Max, and Dean Briner; and her sister, Carole Adele Bills.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, May 29 th between 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. at the Chapel of the Fiocchi-Jensen Funeral Home, Princeton. A service to celebrate Doris’s life will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, May 30th, at the Tiskilwa Community Church. Interment will follow in Elm Lawn
Cemetery, Princeton, IL. Private online condolences may be left for her family at www.FiocchiFuneralHomes.com.
Doris Hamilton’s melody may have ended, but the harmony of her life’s work will continue to resonate in the hearts of all who were fortunate enough to know her.
Sarah Elaine Larsen, 55, of Princeton, passed away on Friday, May 9, 2025, in OSF St. Francis Medical Center, Peoria, with her family by her side, following a brief illness.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10 a.m., Saturday, May 17, in St. Louis Catholic Church, Princeton, with Msgr. James Kruse officiating. Interment will follow in Oakland Cemetery, Princeton. Her family will receive friends from 4 until 7 p.m. Friday, May 16, in the St. Louis Catholic Church with a Rosary recited at 6:30 p.m. Arrangements are through the Fiocchi Funeral Home, Princeton. Private online condolences may be left for her family at www.FiocchiFuneralHomes.com.
Sarah was born on July 4, 1969, in Wichita, Kansas. Her parents were Steve and Susan (Peterson) Barlow. She was a class of 1987 graduate of Princeton High School. She had worked in records for the Bureau County Clerk for a number of years. She married John Larsen on May 11, 2002 in The First Presbyterian Church, Princeton.
She is survived by: her mother, Susan Barlow of Princeton; her husband, John Larsen of Princeton; her children, Benjamin, and Ezekiel Larsen at home; her siblings, Jay Barlow, Rebekah Leach, and Rachel (Jeffery) Bystry of Princeton; and many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded by: her father, Steve Barlow.
Memorials may be directed to her family.
Tayler Steven Lewis, 34, of Bloomington, passed away on Friday, May 9, 2025. Private services will be held at a later date. Arrangements are through The Fiocchi Funeral Home.
Trudy I. Kerrick, 84, of Princeton, passed away on Wednesday, April 9, 2025 in Liberty Village Manor Court of Princeton with her family by her side.
Services will be held 11 a.m., Tuesday, April 22, in the New Hope Church of The Nazarene with Pastor Laura Tanner officiating. Interment will follow in Elm Lawn Memorial Park, Princeton. Her family will receive friends from 10 a.m. until the time of services Tuesday in the church. Arrangements are through The Fiocchi Funeral Home, Princeton. Private online condolences may be left for her family at www.FiocchiFuneralHomes.com.
Trudy was born on October 31, 1940 in Knoxville, Iowa, to Everett and Marjorie (Moore) McNulty. She had worked as office manager for Prairie View Nursing Home, as accounting officer at Walmart, and as an EMT for the Sheffield Rescue Unit. She enjoyed needle work, crossword puzzles, reading and studying The Bible, reading a variety of books, and gardening.
She is survived by: her daughter, Jene (Thomas) Kinsley of Princeton; her son, David Kerrick of Princeton; and 2 nieces, Lisa (James) McMillin and Kelly McNulty.
She was preceded by: her parents; and her brother, Lawrence.
Memorials may be directed to The New Hope Church of The Nazarene.
Carol Ann (Dyer) Angel
October 13, 1943 - January 12, 2025
‘Life of Riley to an Angel’
The Early Years. Carol Ann was born in Louisville, Kentucky to proud parents Nancy Ann and William Carl Dyer. Carol Ann was the third of four children and only daughter; older brothers are Lee and Harvey, younger brother is Larry. Carol spent her childhood on the family farm in Princeton, Illinois. She graduated from Princeton High School, earning scholarships to attend The University of Illinois. At U of I, Carol met her first husband, Michael Riley, DVM.
Motherhood was Carol’s first career. All of her love, time and skills were devoted to her young family and husband. After her children reached adulthood, Carol graduated to her second career- school teacher. Carol returned to Princeton and married longtime Princeton resident Roger Angel, thus going from the life of Riley to an Angel.
Carol’s third career was as a nursing assistant at Goldwater Care, formerly Aperion Care, in Princeton. The excellent care at Goldwater would prove invaluable as Carol’s final two years were spent there after suffering a stroke in 2022.
Carol’s children Timothy, Nancy, Michael, Mary and Christopher and five grandchildren, siblings, cousins and friends will miss her very much!
Burial for Carol Ann will be held on
Saturday April 12, 2025 at 1:00 pm
Elm Lawn Cemetery
Princeton, Il 61356
Arrangements are through the Fiocchi Funeral Home.
James A. VanAutreve, 62, of Spring Valley, passed away on Thursday, March 27, 2025 in his home. There will be no services at this time. Arrangements are through The Fiocchi Funeral Home.
Thomas A. Strykowski, 65, of Princeton, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, March 7 th , 2025,
in his home.
Thomas, better known as Tommi Stryk, was born on December 14 th , 1959, to Joseph and Theresa Strykowski (Walkowski). He was born and raised in Lombard, Illinois, and lived part of his life in California, where he fell in love with the mountains. Later in life, he returned to Illinois
where he would eventually settle down and raise his three children.
He is survived by his children, Samantha Strykowski, Cynthia (Christopher) Nicezyporuk, and Rebecca Strykowski (Tyler Eden); and his sister, Janice Turskey. Beyond immediate and extended family, he had many friends that he had made over the years.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Throughout his life, he worked the music circuit, assisting with all things lighting and sound. Anyone that met Tommi could easily see how passionate he was about music, given the amount of stories he would share. He worked in the telecommunications field most of his life and truly
found his niche. He was the go-to person for all technological things, leading to the creation of his long-term home business, Home Entertainment Xperts. He is remembered for his unique sense of humor, fantastic cooking abilities, embarrassing haggling skills, love of good deals and food, and devotion to his daughters. He will be loved, missed, and remembered always.
Private services will be held at a later date. Arrangements are through Fiocchi-Jensen Funeral Home, Princeton. Private online condolences may be left for his family at www.FiocchiFuneralHomes.com.
Memorials may be directed to his family.
Susan M. Martin, 76, of Ladd, IL died Tuesday March 4, 2025 at 5:47 p.m. in Pontiac, IL.
Cremation rites will be accorded and a memorial Mass will be held on Friday March 14, 2025 at 11 a.m. at Holy Trinity Church, Cherry, IL with Fr. Ronald Margherio officiating. Visitation will be held at the church from 9:30 a.m. until 11 a.m. Memorials in Susan’s name may be made to Hall Township Food Pantry or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Fiocchi Funeral Home in Cherry, IL is handling the arrangements.
Susan was born on September 2, 1948 in Spring Valley, Illinois, a daughter of Joseph D. and Jean E. (Volpini) Martin. Survivors include four brothers, Joe (Georgann) Martin of Limon, Colorado, Tim (Kathy) Martin of Ladd, Illinois, Pat (Lisa) Martin of Pontiac, Illinois, and Jeff (Trish) Martin of Indian Land, South Carolina; one sister-in-law, Jan Martin of Ladd, Illinois; best known as “Auntie” to sixteen nieces and nephews, Dan (Kristin) Martin, Mike (Kellan) Martin, Julie (Nick) Heitman, John (Darcy) Martin, Steve Martin, Becky (Jason) Phillips, Marissa (Jeff) Delgado, Annie Martin, Mollie (Brian) Baranowski, Maggie Martin, Jane (Nate) Anderson, Peter Martin, Megan (Channing)Bass, Kristy Martin, Emily Martin, and Erin Martin; and eleven great nieces and nephews, Owen, Max, Thea, Ellie, Emmy, Kate, Quinn, Lily, Lucy, Mario, and Lucas.
Susan was preceded in death by her parents, and one brother, Tom Martin.
Susan had been employed at Spring Valley Super Market, Bergner’s, Von Maur, and Harris Teeter. Susan loved spending time with her family and playing the role of Mr. Magic for all of her nieces and nephews.
Doris Hamilton passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, with her family by her side
at OSF St. Anthony Medical Center in Rockford.
Doris was born on February 4, 1932, in Garden City, Kansas, to Clark and Goldie (McKee) Travis. On June 3, 1956, she married C. W. “Bill” Hamilton, in Tiskilwa. They were married 52 years, a testament to their enduring love and partnership. Doris was a graduate of Tiskilwa High School, earned her Bachelor's degree from Western Illinois University and continued graduate studies at the University of Illinois and Illinois State University.
For 35 years, Doris’s love for music resonated through the halls of Tiskilwa Elementary and High Schools. As a K-12 music educator, she inspired countless students, through music and theater programs as well as serving as the high school cheerleading sponsor. She created the
“Kids from Tiskilwa” swing choir that performed across Illinois and on the stages of Disney World and Sea World in Florida. Her expertise was recognized statewide; she was a cooperative consultant for the Illinois Board of Education and a student teacher supervisor for Illinois State University. She was recognized as an Outstanding Teacher by the Institute for Development of Educational Activities, and Outstanding Arts Educator in the state of Illinois by the Illinois Arts Alliance. In 2013, she received a lifetime achievement award from the Prairie
Arts Council, a fitting tribute to a career dedicated to the arts. Doris was an active member of the Tiskilwa Community Church where she played the piano and organ for over 70 years and lead the church choir. She was a music contest judge for both the Illinois High School Association (IHSA) and Illinois Elementary School Association (IESA). She was a member of the Princeton Elementary School Board for 24 years, and for over 30 years, she directed the Homestead musicals during Princeton’s annual Homestead Festival. Doris was a devoted grandma and trusted friend to her grandchildren. She was a huge part of their lives, taking care of them after school, and attending countless sporting and music events proudly cheering them on.
Doris leaves behind two daughters, Lori (David) Compton of Tiskilwa, IL, and Kristi (Doug) Compton of Princeton, IL; five grandchildren, Ashley (Eric) Dienslake, Andrew (Candice) Compton, Danielle Compton, Chelsea Compton, and Ean Compton; three great-grandchildren, Lake Dienslake, and Drasen and Carter Compton; a brother, Richard “Dick” Travis of Chillicothe, and numerous nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her beloved husband, Bill; three brothers, Dwight, Max, and Dean Briner; and her sister, Carole Adele Bills.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, May 29 th between 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. at the Chapel of the Fiocchi-Jensen Funeral Home, Princeton. A service to celebrate Doris’s life will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, May 30th, at the Tiskilwa Community Church. Interment will follow in Elm Lawn
Cemetery, Princeton, IL. Private online condolences may be left for her family at www.FiocchiFuneralHomes.com.
Doris Hamilton’s melody may have ended, but the harmony of her life’s work will continue to resonate in the hearts of all who were fortunate enough to know her.
Sarah Elaine Larsen, 55, of Princeton, passed away on Friday, May 9, 2025, in OSF St. Francis Medical Center, Peoria, with her family by her side, following a brief illness.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10 a.m., Saturday, May 17, in St. Louis Catholic Church, Princeton, with Msgr. James Kruse officiating. Interment will follow in Oakland Cemetery, Princeton. Her family will receive friends from 4 until 7 p.m. Friday, May 16, in the St. Louis Catholic Church with a Rosary recited at 6:30 p.m. Arrangements are through the Fiocchi Funeral Home, Princeton. Private online condolences may be left for her family at www.FiocchiFuneralHomes.com.
Sarah was born on July 4, 1969, in Wichita, Kansas. Her parents were Steve and Susan (Peterson) Barlow. She was a class of 1987 graduate of Princeton High School. She had worked in records for the Bureau County Clerk for a number of years. She married John Larsen on May 11, 2002 in The First Presbyterian Church, Princeton.
She is survived by: her mother, Susan Barlow of Princeton; her husband, John Larsen of Princeton; her children, Benjamin, and Ezekiel Larsen at home; her siblings, Jay Barlow, Rebekah Leach, and Rachel (Jeffery) Bystry of Princeton; and many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded by: her father, Steve Barlow.
Memorials may be directed to her family.
Tayler Steven Lewis, 34, of Bloomington, passed away on Friday, May 9, 2025. Private services will be held at a later date. Arrangements are through The Fiocchi Funeral Home.
Trudy I. Kerrick, 84, of Princeton, passed away on Wednesday, April 9, 2025 in Liberty Village Manor Court of Princeton with her family by her side.
Services will be held 11 a.m., Tuesday, April 22, in the New Hope Church of The Nazarene with Pastor Laura Tanner officiating. Interment will follow in Elm Lawn Memorial Park, Princeton. Her family will receive friends from 10 a.m. until the time of services Tuesday in the church. Arrangements are through The Fiocchi Funeral Home, Princeton. Private online condolences may be left for her family at www.FiocchiFuneralHomes.com.
Trudy was born on October 31, 1940 in Knoxville, Iowa, to Everett and Marjorie (Moore) McNulty. She had worked as office manager for Prairie View Nursing Home, as accounting officer at Walmart, and as an EMT for the Sheffield Rescue Unit. She enjoyed needle work, crossword puzzles, reading and studying The Bible, reading a variety of books, and gardening.
She is survived by: her daughter, Jene (Thomas) Kinsley of Princeton; her son, David Kerrick of Princeton; and 2 nieces, Lisa (James) McMillin and Kelly McNulty.
She was preceded by: her parents; and her brother, Lawrence.
Memorials may be directed to The New Hope Church of The Nazarene.
Carol Ann (Dyer) Angel
October 13, 1943 - January 12, 2025
‘Life of Riley to an Angel’
The Early Years. Carol Ann was born in Louisville, Kentucky to proud parents Nancy Ann and William Carl Dyer. Carol Ann was the third of four children and only daughter; older brothers are Lee and Harvey, younger brother is Larry. Carol spent her childhood on the family farm in Princeton, Illinois. She graduated from Princeton High School, earning scholarships to attend The University of Illinois. At U of I, Carol met her first husband, Michael Riley, DVM.
Motherhood was Carol’s first career. All of her love, time and skills were devoted to her young family and husband. After her children reached adulthood, Carol graduated to her second career- school teacher. Carol returned to Princeton and married longtime Princeton resident Roger Angel, thus going from the life of Riley to an Angel.
Carol’s third career was as a nursing assistant at Goldwater Care, formerly Aperion Care, in Princeton. The excellent care at Goldwater would prove invaluable as Carol’s final two years were spent there after suffering a stroke in 2022.
Carol’s children Timothy, Nancy, Michael, Mary and Christopher and five grandchildren, siblings, cousins and friends will miss her very much!
Burial for Carol Ann will be held on
Saturday April 12, 2025 at 1:00 pm
Elm Lawn Cemetery
Princeton, Il 61356
Arrangements are through the Fiocchi Funeral Home.
James A. VanAutreve, 62, of Spring Valley, passed away on Thursday, March 27, 2025 in his home. There will be no services at this time. Arrangements are through The Fiocchi Funeral Home.
Thomas A. Strykowski, 65, of Princeton, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, March 7 th , 2025,
in his home.
Thomas, better known as Tommi Stryk, was born on December 14 th , 1959, to Joseph and Theresa Strykowski (Walkowski). He was born and raised in Lombard, Illinois, and lived part of his life in California, where he fell in love with the mountains. Later in life, he returned to Illinois
where he would eventually settle down and raise his three children.
He is survived by his children, Samantha Strykowski, Cynthia (Christopher) Nicezyporuk, and Rebecca Strykowski (Tyler Eden); and his sister, Janice Turskey. Beyond immediate and extended family, he had many friends that he had made over the years.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Throughout his life, he worked the music circuit, assisting with all things lighting and sound. Anyone that met Tommi could easily see how passionate he was about music, given the amount of stories he would share. He worked in the telecommunications field most of his life and truly
found his niche. He was the go-to person for all technological things, leading to the creation of his long-term home business, Home Entertainment Xperts. He is remembered for his unique sense of humor, fantastic cooking abilities, embarrassing haggling skills, love of good deals and food, and devotion to his daughters. He will be loved, missed, and remembered always.
Private services will be held at a later date. Arrangements are through Fiocchi-Jensen Funeral Home, Princeton. Private online condolences may be left for his family at www.FiocchiFuneralHomes.com.
Memorials may be directed to his family.
Susan M. Martin, 76, of Ladd, IL died Tuesday March 4, 2025 at 5:47 p.m. in Pontiac, IL.
Cremation rites will be accorded and a memorial Mass will be held on Friday March 14, 2025 at 11 a.m. at Holy Trinity Church, Cherry, IL with Fr. Ronald Margherio officiating. Visitation will be held at the church from 9:30 a.m. until 11 a.m. Memorials in Susan’s name may be made to Hall Township Food Pantry or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Fiocchi Funeral Home in Cherry, IL is handling the arrangements.
Susan was born on September 2, 1948 in Spring Valley, Illinois, a daughter of Joseph D. and Jean E. (Volpini) Martin. Survivors include four brothers, Joe (Georgann) Martin of Limon, Colorado, Tim (Kathy) Martin of Ladd, Illinois, Pat (Lisa) Martin of Pontiac, Illinois, and Jeff (Trish) Martin of Indian Land, South Carolina; one sister-in-law, Jan Martin of Ladd, Illinois; best known as “Auntie” to sixteen nieces and nephews, Dan (Kristin) Martin, Mike (Kellan) Martin, Julie (Nick) Heitman, John (Darcy) Martin, Steve Martin, Becky (Jason) Phillips, Marissa (Jeff) Delgado, Annie Martin, Mollie (Brian) Baranowski, Maggie Martin, Jane (Nate) Anderson, Peter Martin, Megan (Channing)Bass, Kristy Martin, Emily Martin, and Erin Martin; and eleven great nieces and nephews, Owen, Max, Thea, Ellie, Emmy, Kate, Quinn, Lily, Lucy, Mario, and Lucas.
Susan was preceded in death by her parents, and one brother, Tom Martin.
Susan had been employed at Spring Valley Super Market, Bergner’s, Von Maur, and Harris Teeter. Susan loved spending time with her family and playing the role of Mr. Magic for all of her nieces and nephews.
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