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Lorraine A. Schmitt, 94, of Princeton, passed away on Monday, November 3, 2025, in Liberty Village Manor Court of Princeton.
Lorraine was born on September 19, 1931, to Arthur June and Genevive (Smiley) Hamrick. She married LaVerne C. Schmitt on April 24, 1950 in Bristol, Illinois. He preceded her in death in 2012. She was a graduate of Princeton High School. She lived and worked in Princeton in the family business (Dean’s Transfer Service), as well as at several shops along Princeton’s Main Street until retirement. LaVerne and Lorraine then spent several years in Branson, Missouri until returning home to Princeton full time.
They raised three children; Steven L. (Mary Paula) Schmitt of Princeton, Stuart J. (Shirley) Schmitt of Mapleton, and Stephanie M. (Darrell) Robinson of Colona. She is also survived by 9 grandchildren; 12 great grandchildren; and 1 great grandchild.
Services will be held 1 p.m. Friday, November 7, 2025 in the Chapel of The Fiocchi-Jensen Funeral Home, Princeton, with Rev. Bill Shields of the First Lutheran Church of Princeton officiating. Interment will follow in the Oakland Cemetery, Princeton. Her family will receive friends from 11 a.m. until the time of services Friday in the funeral home. Private online condolences may be left for her family at www.FiocchiFuneralHomes.com.
Memorials may be directed to the Bureau County Food Pantry or Meals on Wheels.
Pauline Begly, 92, of Princeton, passed away on Thursday, October 9, 2025, in Liberty Village Manor Court of Princeton.
Interment was held on Monday, October 13, 2025 in the cemetery of the Willow Springs Mennonite Church, Tiskilwa.
Pauline was born on June 30, 1933 to Clay and Lizzie (Stern) Mumma in Mt. Joy Township, Pennsylvania. She married Vernice Begly.
She was a registered nurse.
She is survived by: Her husband, Vernice Begly; and her children, Clay, Peter, and Juanita Begly.
Memorials may be directed to the Willow Springs Mennonite Church.
Charles Paul Lenihan, 72, of Tiskilwa, passed away on Friday, October 17, 2025, peacefully in his home with his family by his side.
Private services will be held at a later date. Arrangements are through the Fiocchi Funeral Homes. Private online condolences may be left for his family at www.FiocchiFuneralHomes.com.
Charles was born on August 6, 1953, in Princeton, to Leo and Betty (Shannon) Lenihan. He was a graduate of Princeton High School. He worked at LCN as a Team Leader. He served in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War.
He married Pamela Murphy on September 9, 1978, in St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Tiskilwa.
He is survived by: His wife, Pamela Lenihan of Tiskilwa; his children, Vicki (Joseph) Mead of LaSalle, and Bill (Erica) Lenihan of Princeton; 5 grandchildren; and his siblings, Richard Lenihan of Princeton, Frank (Anna) Lenihan of Naples, Florida, Barb Prater of Naples, and Mary (Randy) Coomer of Sheffield.
He was preceded in death by: his parents; his brothers, Jim, Larry, and Bobby Lenihan; and his sister, Diane Delbridge.
Paul Albrecht, 65, of Tiskilwa, passed away on October 12, 2025 in his home. A Celebration of Paul's life will be held from 2 until 5 p.m. Sunday, October 19 in the Chapel of The Fiocchi-Jensen Funeral Home, Princeton.
Fred “Fritz” J. Helm, 69, of Ladd, passed away on Monday, October 13, 2025, in his home, with his family by his side.
Private services will be held at a later date. Arrangements are through the Fiocchi Funeral Homes. Private online condolences may be left for his family at www.FiocchiFuneralHomes.com.
Fred was born on December 10, 1955, in Peru, to Fred and Elaine (Rettko) Helm. He was a graduate of Cherry Grade School and a class of 1974 graduate of Hall Township High School. He was a Teamster truck driver and worked for Westfield Township.
He married Geraldine “Lulu” Cissell on February 14, 1981, in Cherry. He was a member of the Teamsters Local 722 and the Ladd Moose Lodge 1528. He enjoyed farming and raising cattle.
He is survived by: His wife, Geraldine “Lulu” Helm of Ladd; his sons, Guthrie (Carrie) Helm of Hollowayville, and Cory (Becki) Helm of Ladd; 12 grandchildren; 3 great grandchildren; and his brothers, Ed (Tracy) Helm of Ottville, and Tom (Tammy) Helm of Ladd.
He was preceded in death by: his parents; and his sister, Joann.
Gale Anderson Moore, 79, passed away peacefully on October 11, 2025, in
Sterling, Illinois. Born on April 25, 1946, in Spring Valley, Illinois, Gale lived
a full and spirited life rooted in family, service, friendship, and a deep love
for sports.
Gale proudly served his country as a Medic Specialist E4 in the United
States Army. He enlisted on December 6, 1965, and was stationed in
Germany during the Vietnam War. After his early release from active duty
on November 17, 1967, he continued to serve in the reserves until
December 5, 1971.
Known affectionately by many names—Gale to most, “Fatman” to close
friends, Uncle Gale to other family, and Grandpa or Dad to those
dearest—he was a man of warmth and generosity. If he had it to give, it
was yours. His heart was as big as his laugh, and his presence brought
comfort and joy to everyone around him.
Gale found immense joy in being surrounded by family and friends. He
cherished time spent with his children, grandchildren, and great-
grandchildren. Whether it was watching them play sports or simply sharing
stories over breakfast, about life or dreaming out loud about winning the
lottery, those moments were treasures to him. Catching up with his
buddies at the local grocery store over coffee and baked goods was a daily
ritual for Gale.
A true sports fanatic, Gale enjoyed bowling, fishing and golf. His loyalty
never wavered from his favorite Illinois teams, the Chicago Bears, White
Sox, Blackhawks, Bulls, and the Fighting Illini. One of his favorite traditions
was participating in the Frantz Golf League each year with a new
partner—a highlight of his summers.
Gale enjoyed taking daily walks and relaxing with one of his beloved cigars
while chatting with family or neighbors along the way. His grandkids will remember
him not only for his stories but for the lessons he
shared—always teaching them something new or offering advice wrapped
in humor and love.
Gale is survived by his brother Richard (Dick) Moore; children Tracey (Jim)
Hunter of Malden, IL; Stacey Moore of Princeton, IL; Tonya (Barry) Bush of
Rock Falls, IL; Phillip Moore of Rock Falls, IL; Thomas Moore of Sterling,
IL; and Joshua Baldwin of Sterling, IL.
He leaves behind 15 grandchildren: Ashley Castillo; Kyle Bush (currently
E6 Seargent in the IL Army National Guard deployed to Iraq); Dylan Bush;
Haley Cochran; Taelynn Bush; Kyle Moore; Kelsey Moore; Kinsey Moore;
Samuel Vitale; Jeffrey Vitale; Sullivan Moore; and Lyanna Moore; Jaiden &
Kennedy Baldwin; Brenick Maroney; and his chosen grandson Jacob White
His legacy continues through 5 great-grandchildren: Alexandria & Ashton
Castillo; Ayla & Athea Moore and Baby Girl Moore on the way.
Gale was preceded in death by his father Phillip Moore (d. April 4, 1996);
Mother Jessie Moore (Dorff) (d. October 25, 1978); siblings Shirley, Harry,
John, Marjorie, Henry, Frances, David, Phyliss, Thomas; and his twin
brother Dale.
In honor of Gale’s lifelong passion for sports and his easygoing spirit, those
attending are encouraged to wear their favorite sports team apparel—no
need for formal attire.
May the memory of Gale Anderson Moore bring comfort to all who knew
him. His laughter echoes still in every game watched together and every
morning coffee shared among friends. He will be forever missed and
always remembered. A Visitation will be held on October 21 st , from
11:00am- 2:00pm at Fiocchi Funeral Home 208 S Euclid Ave. Funeral
immediately following at Elm Lawn Memorial Park.
Myrna A. (Jones) Knapp, 86, of Mendota, IL, passed away Tuesday, September 30, 2025 at Stonecroft Village in Mendota.
Visitation will be held on Friday, October 3, 2025 from 4:00 - 7:00 PM in the Zion United Methodist Church, Mendota.
Funeral services will be held Saturday, October 4th at 11:00 AM at Zion United Methodist Church, with Pastor Jeff Brace officiating. Burial will follow at Restland Cemetery.
Myrna was born on October 27, 1938, in Duluth, MN, to Bob and Lois (Johnson) Jones. She married William Knapp on June 22, 1961, in Las Vegas, NV.
She is survived by her son, Tracy (Laura) Knapp; her daughters, Stacy (Bill) Piller and Teri (Mark) Wenzel, all of Mendota; four grandchildren, Bill (Liz) Knapp, Kurtis (Morgan) Knapp, Isaac (Hannah) Piller, and Madeline Piller; and two great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her husband William, her parents; her sister, Chris; and her brother, Dale.
Myrna attended Starkweather High School in Starkweather, ND. She attended Minot State Teachers College in Minot, ND and graduated on June 3, 1960 with a Bachelor of Science in Music Education.
Together with her husband, she was a partner in Reliable Excavating Inc. and Knapp Farms, Inc. She was also a dedicated member of the Mendota Business and Professional Women’s Club and Zion United Methodist Church.
A gifted musician, Myrna taught piano for more than 60 years, played the organ, and sang in many choirs throughout her life. She loved her family and friends fiercely and will be remembered most for her kindness.
Memorials may be directed to Mendota Christian Food Pantry or Mendota Area Senior Services.
Floyd "Hank" Henry Boswell, 77, of Manlius, passed away on Tuesday, September 16, 2025 in OSF St. Clare Medical Center, Princeton. Hank was born on September 12, 1948, to Floyd and Mildred (Loving) Boswell, Sr. He served in the United States Army during Vietnam. He is survived by his wife, Melody Stephenson.
Barbara Ellen Bass, 95, of Princeton, passed away on Monday, September 8, 2025, in her home.
A Mass of Remembrance will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday, September 23, 2025, in St. Louis Catholic Church, Princeton, with Fr. Austin Bosse officiating. Private interment will follow in Oakland Cemetery, Princeton. Her family will receive friends in the St. Louis Church Harkrader Hall immediately following the interment ceremony. Arrangements are through the Fiocchi-Jensen Funeral Home, Princeton. Private online condolences may be left for her family at www.FiocchiFuneralHomes.com.
Barbara was born on April 19, 1930, in Caney, Kansas, to Garret “Bill” and Mary Josephine “Mimi” (Grissragen) Miller. She married Clyde L. Bass on February 22, 1948 in Oklahoma.
She was a member of St. Louis Catholic Church, Princeton, an associate of Sisters Of Mary of The Presentation, and a volunteer at the former Perry Memorial Hospital gift shop.
She is survived by: Her children, Clyde (Meribeth) Bass, and Marjorie Bass; 5 grandchildren; and many great grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by: her husband, Clyde, in 1994; 8 half brothers; and 3 half sister.
Memorials may be directed to St. Louis Catholic Church, Princeton.
Ruth Joanne Faber, 90, of Princeton, passed away on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, in Heritage Health of Hoopeston.
Services will be held 11 a.m. Monday, September 8, 2025, in the Chapel of The Fiocchi-Jensen Funeral Home, Princeton, with Pastor Steven Hall officiating. Interment will follow in Restland Cemetery, Mendota. Her family will receive friends from 9 a.m. until the time of services Monday in the funeral home. Private online condolences may be left for her family at www.FiocchiFuneralHomes.com.
Ruth was born on July 11, 1935, in Princeton, to Arvenus and Mable (Heuer) Morris. She was a graduate of Ohio High School. She graduated from Nursing School in 1992. She married Ralph E. Faber on July 18, 1954 in Van Orin, they were married for 64 years.
She is survived by: Her children, Raymond (Melinda) Faber of Indiana, Lynn (Dan) Rasmussen of Sheffield, John (Abby) Faber of Cissna Park, and Ralph Henry (Angela) Faber of Wyanet; 8 grandchildren; 4 great grandchildren; 3 sisters, Flora Jo, Linda, and Charlotte.
She was preceded in death by: Her parents; her husband, Ralph in 2019; a grandson, Richard Faber; and her sisters, Blanche, and Roberta.
Alice Jane (Eungard) McClintock, 96, of Peru, formerly of Cherry, entered into the eternal presence of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Tuesday, August 26, 2025. She had been residing at Manor Court of Peru.
Known and cherished by all as Jane, she was born on January 31, 1929, in Joliet, to Harry Charles and Alice Lynette (Cope) Eungard.
Jane married Rev. Donald E. McClintock on May 18, 1951, in Joliet. After briefly residing in Washington, D.C., the McClintocks returned to Illinois, where Don became Pastor of Oglesby Union Church in 1953. Don and Jane raised a family in Oglesby, where he remained pastor until 1974.
During those years, Jane held various positions of employment at Illinois Power. Jane moved with her family to Downey, Calif., in 1974 and accepted a position with the Downey Unified School District in the administration department.
After three years in California, Jane returned to Illinois and lived with her family in Norwood Heights, Highland Park, Afolkey, and Cherry, where Don pastored Congregational churches. While residing in Afolkey, Jane accepted a position at Highland Community College in nearby Freeport. Jane retired after working at the college for more than five years.
During their years serving church congregations, Jane cherished entertaining. She was skilled at planning and serving exquisite meals in a moment's notice for the many speakers, soloists, and visiting ministers who were guests in her home. Jane was a master baker, who spoiled her family and friends with sweet creations, foremost among them her famous fudge recipe.
Apart from her culinary skills, Jane enjoyed applying her creative talents to painting on canvas. Her artwork graced her homes and those of family and friends.
In recent years, Jane was a member of the First Congregational Church of Peru. She volunteered in the local Kids Club and taught children’s Bible classes in several local churches. Jane was a fixture among volunteers at Kids Club headquarters in Malden for many years.
Jane is survived by: her son, David McClintock of Downey, Calif.; five grandchildren, Ryan, Aaron, and Molly Whittington, and Amy and Jenny McClintock.
She was preceded in death by: her brother, Harry Eungard, Jr.; her husband, Rev. Donald E. McClintock; her daughter, Sonnie Whittington; and her sister, Mary Eungard Woodward.
Memorials may be directed to The Kids Club in Malden.
Services will be held at 12 noon on Friday, September 12, 2025, in The First Congregational Church of Peru, with Rev. Mark Harder officiating. Interment will follow in Peru City Cemetery. Jane’s family will receive friends from 10 a.m. until the time of services Friday, September 12, in the church. Arrangements are through the Fiocchi Funeral Homes. Private online condolences may be posted for her family at www.FiocchiFuneralHomes.com.
John Francis McGlone passed away on Wednesday, August 27, 2025, in Arc of Streator. He was born in Chicago in 1936, son of George and Helen VandeWarker McGlone, husband of Joanne Pieza McGlone.
Father of James, who died at birth, Catherine, Matthew (Angela Hering), Michael (Susan Piattoni), Martin, Daniel, and Brendan (Stacie Dalenberg).
Brother of Hon. Anne Burke, the late George McGlone, and the late Patricia Cleary.
Brother-in-law of Edward Burke, Maureen Hanley McGlone, the late Edward Cleary, Bernadette Pieza and Dennis Shaner, John Pieza (Suncha), Thomas Pieza (Cindy).
Grandfather of: Matthew McGlone (Jessica), Margaret (Brian Sherwood), Sean McGlone (Hannah), Andrew McGlone (Cassidy), Amanda McGlone RN., ENS. Adam McGlone, Patrick McGlone M.D., Peter McGlone CPA, Alec McGlone, Aidan Hendron, Aaron Hendron, Emily McGlone, Meghan McGlone, and the late Thomas McGlone.
Great grandfather of: Vaughn Sherwood, Robin Sherwood, Theodore McGlone, and Margot McGlone.
He also left behind many cherished nieces and nephews.
John “Jack” attended St. Ambrose Elementary School, St. Ignatius High School, University of Illinois, and Loyola University. He served in the United States Marine Corps from 1956-1958. After his service he earned a CPA. He was employed as Chief Financial Officer at Chicago Tube and Iron Company until retirement.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m., Tuesday, September 2, 2025, in the St. Louis Catholic Church, Princeton, with Fr. Austin Bosse officiating. Interment will be held at a later date in St. Mary Evergreen Park Cemetery. Arrangements are through the Fiocchi Funeral Homes, private online condolences may be left for his family at www.FiocchiFuneralHomes.com
Memorials may be directed to Misericordia Heart of Mercy.
Eleanor M. Michael, 88, of Spring Valley, passed away on Tuesday, August 26, 2025. Interment will be private. Arrangements are through the Fiocchi Funeral Homes.
Constance “Connie” DuCanto, 93, of Tiskilwa Illinois (formerly of Amsterdam, New York),
passed away peacefully in Princeton, Illinois on August 25 th , 2025 following a short illness.
Constance was born in Amsterdam New York in 1931 as the only child of James and Winifred
Davis. During her childhood, Constance studied piano with great discipline, and she was most
often found at the library studying a wide variety of topics. Constance graduated from
Amsterdam High School in 1949 and attended Cornell University on a scholarship where she
graduated in 1953 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Agricultural Studies. Constance attended
the University of Chicago Law School in 1954, where she met her future husband, Joseph
DuCanto, a fellow classmate. Following marriage in 1957, they moved from the south side of
Chicago to Evanston Illinois, where they raised their two sons, Anthony and James.
Her passion for history, the arts, and learning continued following her move to the Chicago
suburbs. Constance took great enjoyment in being a docent at the Field Museum of Natural
History in Chicago, as well as being a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution, the
Cliff Dwellers Club, and the Art Institute of Chicago. She found meaning in nature and later
moved to a small plot of land near Tiskilwa, Illinois in the early 1990’s. She will be remembered
for her sharp wit, her sense of humor and her voracious love of the stock market.
Constance was preceded in death by her grandparents Anthony and Pelagia Dabrowski, her great
uncle Stanley Lulkoski, her parents, James and Winifred Davis (nee Dabrowski), her Aunts
Florence Collins and Lillian Hoffman, and her Uncle Leo Dabrowski. Constance’s ex-husband
Joseph passed away in 2013.
Constance is survived by her sons Anthony and James DuCanto, daughter-in-law Elizabeth
DuCanto, her grandchildren Christopher and Claire DuCanto, cousins Cynthia Dabrowski, Leah
Lee and David Collins (and his wife Rose and their children Margaret, Mary Kate, and Andrew).
A memorial service and burial are planned for the spring of 2026 in Amsterdam, New York.
Alice Ring was a distinctive presence in the lives of those around her, remembered for her generosity, determination, and the genuine care she showed in her own way. She had a passion for baking and was well-known for organizing pie and coffee days that welcomed all to share in good company and delicious treats. Alice spent multiple years as a Girl Scout Leader where they would spend a lot of time at Echo Bluff camping and hiking. Alice's care extended deeply to her family, especially her grandchildren, whom she delighted in taking on memorable vacations. Her compassionate heart was also evident in her care for stray dogs, at one time lovingly tending to as many as six.
An avid gardener and caretaker, Alice found joy in working outdoors, tending to her yard and goats with dedication. She was a proud supporter of her great-grandchildren, never missing a chance to cheer them on at their sporting events. Alice's life was marked by her willingness to help others.
She passed away peacefully at her home, surrounded by her family. Cremation rights have been accorded, and private services will be held. Arrangements are through the Fiocchi Funeral Homes. Private online condolences may be left for her family at www.FiocchiFuneralHomes.com
Alice is survived by her children Melinda and Dave Pellegrini, Jeremy and Jennifer Ring, and Stacie and Leslie Ring; her brother-in-law Glen Newberry; grandchildren Brian and Christine Pellegrini, Joshua and Amanda Pellegrini, and Ben Swanson; and great-grandchildren Haylie, Dylan, Charlie, Cameron, Aubrie, Brynn, and Shay. Her good friend Mary and her dog Chica.
She was preceded in death by her husband Alan, sisters Joanne Newberry and Janine Carlyle, and brother Steven Randol.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Second Hand Ranch, honoring Alice's enduring love for animals and her compassionate spirit. 2ndhandranch.com
Kenneth Eugene Nordstrom, 88, of Princeton, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, July 30, 2025, in Allure of Mendota.
Services will be held 11 a.m. Monday, August 4, in The Chapel of The Fiocchi-Jensen Funeral Home, Princeton, with Rev. John Nordstrom, Jr. officiating. Interment will follow in Oakland Cemetery, Princeton, with Military Honors by the Princeton American Legion Post 125. His family will receive friends from 9 a.m. until the time of services Monday in the funeral home. Private online condolences may be left for his family at www.FiocchiFuneralHomes.com.
Kenneth was born on June 26, 1937 in Princeton to Forrest and Nessie (Norton) Nordstrom. He was a graduate of Princeton High School and a Certified Dental Technician. He was a business man his whole life, having owned Dental Crafts Laboratory in Princeton. He served in the United States Army Reserves.
He married Nancy Dyer on June 19, 1959, in the Wesleyan Methodist Church of Wyanet.
He was a member of the Christ Community Church of Princeton, The Christian Motorcycle Association (CMA), and the Dental Association.
He is survived by: his wife, Nancy Nordstrom of Princeton, Ken and Nancy Nordstrom were blessed with 66 beautiful years of marriage. Their love, laughter, and dedication to each other left a lasting impression on everyone who knew them; his children, Penny (Don) Patton of Olathe, Kansas, and Barry (Jill) Nordstrom of Princeton; 3 grandchildren, Benjamin Patton, Whitney Reeves, and Claudia Nordstrom; 4 great grandchildren, Kennedy, Loxley, and Patton Reeves, and Lily Patton; his siblings, John (Phyllis) Nordstrom, Sr. of Ottawa, Billie Nordstrom of Princeton, Kathy (Jim) Pennington of Princeton, and Winn (Debbie) Nordstrom of Royce City, Texas; and his sister-in-law, Judy Nordstrom of Princeton.
He was preceded in death by: his parents; and his brother, Donald Nordstrom.
Memorials may be directed to The St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
Kelly Jo Barth (Crowther)
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Kelly Jo Barth (Crowther), beloved sister, wife, mother and U.S. Navy veteran. Kelly passed away surrounded in love by her family on July 22, 2025 at the age of 57.
Kelly was born on August 9, 1967 in Princeton, Illinois, the seventh of eight siblings, to Lester Earl Crowther and Rose Mary Wood. After graduating from Hall High School in 1985, Kelly joined the U.S. Navy, during which time she also welcomed her first two daughters. Upon her honorable discharge Kelly spent many years in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma where she welcomed her third child. While in Oklahoma, Kelly owned an in-home daycare as well as several other businesses and became a licensed Polysomnographic Technologist.
In 2013 Kelly returned home to Bureau County, where she was reunited with childhood friend, Charlie Barth. The two quickly fell in love and married on October 21, 2017, filling Kelly's final years with unimaginable love, happiness and support.
Kelly is preceded in death by daughter Sierra Reanne Trail, sister Leslie and her husband Jeff, nephew Dustin, both of her parents and other angels. She is survived by her husband Charlie, daughters Brittanie (Alexandria) Holder, Chelsea Origer, and Emily McDonald (Sid Daniel) as well as two bonus daughters, Desiree (Shaun) Taylor and Tananda Barth (Zack Duffy). Kelly was most proud of her title of Noni to Anjelique, Jessenia, Marley, Persephone, Alex, Robert, Rowan, Amelia, Benedict, Mason, Wren and Jensen.
A celebration of Kelly's life will be held at a later time. In lieu of flowers, the family suggest considering a donation to your local hospice house or charity of your choosing. Arrangements are through the Fiocchi Funeral Home.
Paula Marie Smith, 62, of Marseilles, formerly of Princeton, passed away on Friday, July 11, 2025, at the Richard L. Owens Hospice Home in Peoria.
Paula was born on March 23, 1963, in Chicago, to Richard Kereta and Alberta (Jones) Kereta. She had worked for many years as a cook and baker, owning "Paula's Homemade". She devoted her life to her family, always putting others first and offering love without condition. Her laughter, wisdom, and grace touched countless lives and will remain with us forever.
She is survived by: Her children, Paul Hayden of Princeton, Wade (Kelsie) Hayden of Putnam, Sarah (Tyler) Locke of Marseilles, and Rachel Smith of Princeton; 7 grandchildren, Gage, Skylar, Brysan, Everly, Emerly, Landon, and Grayson; and 4 siblings, Carol, Rick, Stacy, and Beverly.
She was preceded by: her parents.
Her family will receive friends from 1 until 4 p.m., Saturday, July 19, 2025, in The Chapel of The Fiocchi-Jensen Funeral Home, Princeton. Private online condolences may be left for her family at www.FiocchiFuneralHomes.com
Patricia Elizabeth Rosenow, 85, of Wyanet, passed away on Tuesday, July 8, 2025, in Goldwater Care of Princeton, with her family by her side. Arrangements are through The Fiocchi-Jensen Funeral Home, Princeton.
Jerry L. Wolford, 77, of Princeton, passed away on Monday, July 7, 2025, in OSF St. Joseph Hospital, Bloomington, with his family by his side.
Services will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, July 12, in The Chapel of The Fiocchi-Jensen Funeral Home, Princeton, with military honors by the Princeton Veterans Memorial Group. His family will receive friends from 11 a.m. until the time of services Saturday in the funeral home. Private online condolences may be left for his family at www.FiocchiFuneralHomes.com.
Jerry was born on October 25, 1947 in Princeton to Dario and Betty (Sandberg) Wolford. He was a graduate of Manlius High School. He served in the United States Army Reserves.
He worked at Consolidated Freight, Sneakers Dance Club in Sterling, and for Austin Powder as a truck driver. He was a member of the Princeton Moose Lodge. He coached for JFL football and little league baseball. He was an avid Cubs and Bears fan and enjoyed stockcar racing at the Bureau County Speedway.
He is survived by: his children, Amanda (Matthew) Pearson of Saybrook, Illinois, Dustin Wolford of Princeton, and Jodi (Royce) Fundell of Green River, Wyoming; and 10 grandchildren, Lisa, Tristin, Laynie, Josiah, Magnus, Caden, Novalyne, Lillian, Dario, and Samuel.
He was preceded by: his parents; 2 brothers, Chuck Smith, and David Wolford; and a sister, Linda Peterson.
Memorials may be directed to the Princeton Moose Lodge.
Feuyta Saephan, aged 60, passed away peacefully on the morning of June 25, 2025 in OSF St. Anthony, Rockford.
She was a devoted mother, a caring friend, and a source of love and strength to all who knew her. Her days were filled with nurturing care, quiet grace, and a genuine warmth that touched everyone around her.
Her spirit lives on in the garden blooms she tenderly nurtured, the melodies she shared, and the traditions she cherished.
Feuyta is lovingly remembered by her significant other, Kaocho Saechao; her children Meuyfeuy (Aaron) Saephan, KaoFeuy Saephan, Stephanie (Milo) Saephan, Jessica (Gabriel) Baltazar, and Chaichoy Saephan; and her adored grandchildren Jayden, Julian, and Sophia.
Services will be held 11 am Tuesday, July 1, 2025, in The Chapel of The Fiocchi-Jensen Funeral Home, Princeton, with Rollie Copland officiating. Intermetn will follow in Valley Memorial Park, Spring Valley. Her family will receive friends from 10 am until the time of services at the funeral home.
Rosemary (Gorman) DeBrock, 94, of Princeton, died in her own home surrounded by her loving family on Wednesday, June 18, 2025.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday, June 24, 2005, in St. Louis Catholic Church, Princeton, with Msgr. James Kruse officiating. Interment will follow in St. Patrick Cemetery, Sheffield. Her family will receive friends from 4 until 7 pm Monday in The Chapel of The Fiocchi-Jensen Funeral Home, Princeton.
She was born October 2, 1930 in Bradford, Illinois to Thomas and Catherine (Morrissey) Gorman. She married Marvin DeBrock on October 14, 1950 in St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Sheffield. He preceded her in death in 2011.
Surviving are their children; Dr. Larry (Cindy) DeBrock of Champaign, Patrick (Marcia) DeBrock of Newtown, CT, Marcie (Rod) Jaggers of Princeton, and a daughter-in-law Billi DeBrock of Manlius; granddaughters Ryan DeBrock, Nikki (George) Baker, Sara DeBrock, Tara Jaggers, and Catherine (Jack) Bredemann; grandsons Dan (Ana) DeBrock, Chad Brieant, Jared (Mandy) Jaggers, Nick (Bethany) DeBrock, Joseph DeBrock, and Spencer DeBrock; great-grandchildren Logan, Leigha, Rylan, Kinsley, Henry, Finnian, Charles, Damien, and Lucy.
She was preceded in death by her parents, a son Joe DeBrock, a granddaughter Emily DeBrock, her brother Tommy Gorman and her sisters Jule Ann Hulteen and Anna Mae Warkins.
She graduated from Manlius High School. She and Marvin were farmers in Gold Township while raising their family, eventually owning and operating DeBrock Hardware in Manlius. She was an Avon representative for 22 years. She was a lifetime member of St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Sheffield and a member of St. Louis Catholic Church in Princeton upon moving to Princeton. She was a member of the St. Patrick’s Altar and Rosary Society and was a vocal soloist for countless weddings, funerals, and special events. She served many years as a Gold Township election judge representing the Democrat party and was an active member of the Manlius Women’s Club.
Rosemary will be remembered as a prayerful woman that was proud of her Irish heritage, a devoted wife, mom, grandma and great-grandma, a favorite aunt, a kind friend, and an avid Chicago Cubs and Fighting Illini fan. Her never-ending interest and engagement in the lives of her family will remain a treasured memory. Her love and caring extended beyond family to the many who considered her their “Grandma Rosemary”. She made the world a better place. Erin go Bragh.
Memorials may be directed to St. Jude Childrens Research Hospital.
Robert McCook, 82, of Cherry, Illinois, passed away at his home on Tuesday, June 10. Born on September 24, 1942, at St. Mary’s Hospital in LaSalle, he was the son of Louis (Luke) and Theresa Rose (Strehar) McCook, formerly Macocco.
Bob married the love of his life, Mary Sand, on December 26, 1964, in Seneca. Together, they built a family rooted in love, community and compassion. He is survived by his devoted wife, Mary; loving sister, Nancy (Pete) Heiden; and adoring children Kathy (Frank) Pullam of Cherry, Doug (Nancy) McCook of Cherry, Kristie (Mike) Nelson of Bloomington, Tracy (Jim) Robbins of Princeton, and Lori Sand (Mike) Wallaert of Cherry, who he raised and thought of as a daughter.
He also leaves behind 14 cherished grandchildren – Katie, Lindsay, Chelsea and Jacquie Wallaert; Chris, Tyler, Drew and Katelyn Pullam; Luke and Emma McCook; Julia and Tommy Nelson; and Lainey and Emily Robbins – as well as several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents: Rose (1982) and Louis (1985).
A proud U.S. Army veteran who enlisted in 1964, Bob served in Korea from 1965–1966. Upon returning home, he joined McCook Plumbing & Heating and later founded McCook Inc. Over the years, he worked for Illinois Plumbing & Heating Supply, Don Koehler Plumbing & Heating, and Conner Co. Even after retirement in 2007, he continued working as a part-time plumbing inspector for Lasalle County through 2022.
Bob’s commitment to his community was unwavering and served as an example to his family and friends. He was mayor of Cherry for more than 30 years, right up until his death. This was a point of immeasurable pride for his grandchildren, none of which remember a time before Grandpa’s Mountain. Bob was also a member of the Bureau County Board since 2001, the Westfield Township Board for 32 years, the Cherry Grade School Board for 25 years, and the Cherry Booster Club for over 50 years.
Above all else, he will be remembered for his strong work ethic, enduring sense of service, and deep love for his family and community. He will be remembered as the embodiment of Cherry and as an unassailable role model. He will be remembered for Grandpa’s Bread and Grandpa’s Sausage. He will be remembered for bomb emojis, his goofy grin, his little chuckle, tapping your shoulder but pretending he didn’t, and the list goes on and on. His legacy lives on in us all. We will always remember who we are; we will always remember where we came from.
A visitation will be held in Bob’s memory from 3-7 p.m. on Friday, June 13, at St. Barbara Parish (formerly Holy Trinity Church) in Cherry. Funeral mass will take place at 10 a.m. on Saturday, June 14, with a visitation service one hour prior. Arrangements are through the Fiocchi Funeral Home. Private online condolences may be left for his family at www.FiocchiFuneralHomes.com
Memorial donations should be made to St. Barbara Parish, Cherry Library, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, or Shriners Hospitals for Children.
Cynthia Sue (Jungels) Saccomando, 66, of Cherry, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her loving family, on Monday, June 2, 2025.
Born on February 24, 1959, in Chicago to Vernon and Shirley (Sprague) Jungels, Cynthia spent 65 years in Plainfield, Illinois, before embracing a new chapter "in the country" just last year. For over two decades, she dedicated her talents to various roles at Naper Settlement, a testament to her love for history.
Cynthia's passions were many and varied. She was a devoted animal lover, doting on her nine grand-fur babies. Her fascination with history was insatiable, and she was just beginning to delve into the rich past of Cherry. She cherished moments with her husband, John, cruising in their 1969 Bronco and attending car shows. Live music, especially outdoors, brought her immense joy, as did traveling out west.
She is survived by her beloved husband, John Saccomando; her four children, Kristin (Brian) Johnson, Andrew (Carrie) Lackore, Laura (Alex) Ebbert, and Sarah Lackore; and her stepson, John Saccomando Jr. Cynthia was preceded in death by her parents and many cherished aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Visitation will be Saturday, June 14 from 1-3pm, followed by a celebration of life at 3pm in the Fiocchi Funeral Home, Cherry.
Beverly Jean Barron, 79, of Sheffield, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 28, 2025,
at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria, surrounded by her loving family.
Born on February 11, 1946, in Kewanee, Beverly was the daughter of James and Dorothy
(Bumphrey) Harding. She grew up in rural Neponset but developed a love of travel later in life,
traveling to Hawaii and going on long road trips in a camper to Alaska and down to the Gulf of
Mexico in winters. She was a hard worker, dedicating more than 35 years of her life working at
Harper-Wyman, where she made history as the first woman to hold a leadership position. Her
trailblazing role and unwavering commitment earned her deep respect throughout the company
and opened doors for future generations of women in the workplace.
Beverly was cherished not only as a pioneer in her professional life, but as the beloved matriarch
of a large and devoted family. When the whole family assembled, it was a noisy, joyful chaos of
children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and pets. She was a constant savior of lost animals,
and there was never an injured or stray raccoon, squirrel, dog, or cat that she didn’t take in. Her
legacy of love, strength, and generosity will live on in all who knew her.
She is survived by her five daughters: Krystal Barron of Sheffield, Diana Davis of Sheffield,
Theresa Davis (Chad Overman) of Swisher, Iowa, Jamie Bickett of Charleston, South Carolina,
and Jennifer Taylor (Adam) of Kirkland, Illinois; her sister, Lawanda Shambaugh of Morrison;
14 grandchildren; and 20 great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents and her beloved husband of 29 years, Wesley Barron.
Visitation will be held from 3 to 6 p.m. on Monday, June 2, in The Chapel of The Fiocchi-Jensen
Funeral Home, Princeton. Private online condolences may be left for the family at
www.FiocchiFuneralHomes.com. Memorial donations may be directed to Sheffield Rescue
Unit.
Robert H. Haun, 89, of Tiskilwa, passed away on Sunday, May 25, 2025, in his home, with his family by his side.
A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, May 28, 2025, in the Chapel of The Fiocchi-Jensen Funeral Home, Princeton, with Rev. Renee Kindle of the Tiskilwa Community Church officiating. Interment will be held at a later date. His family will receive friends from 9 a.m. until the time of services Wednesday in the funeral home. Private online condolences may be left for his family at www.FiocchiFuneralHomes.com.
Robert was born on December 22, 1935, in Kasbeer, to Robert “Jack” and Faith (Mercer) Haun. He married Mary Buser on April 14, 1956 in Camp Grove. He was a member of the Tiskilwa Community Church.
He is survived by: his wife, Mary Haun of Tiskilwa; his children, Debra (Ray) Spears of Princeton, Rosemary (Rick) McCauley of Tiskilwa, and Bobbi (Joe) Russelburg of Princeton; 10 grandchildren; 18 great grandchildren; 1 great great grandchild; and his siblings, Ken Haun of Mendota, Donna Longbein of Seatonville, and Jean Nantz of Corbin, Kentucky.
He was preceded by: his parents; and 2 sisters, Elaine, and Helen.
Anthony “Tony” Joseph Panizzi, 88, of Ladd, passed away on Thursday, May 22, 2025, with his family by his side, at Allure of Peru.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, May 27, 2025, at St. Barbara Parish, Dalzell church site, with Fr. Gregory Jarzombeck OSB celebrating. His family will receive friends from 9 a.m. until the time of services Tuesday in the church. Arrangements are through the Fiocchi Funeral Home. Private online condolences may be left for his family at www.FiocchiFuneralHomes.com.
Tony was born on January 5, 1937 in Spring Valley, to Geno and Rose (Quartucci) Panizzi. He was a class of 1954 graduate of Hall Township High School. He served in the National Guard for 6 years. He attended Barber College and owned and operated Tony’s Barber Shop on Peoria Street in Peru for 40 years. He was an avid White Sox and Chicago Bears fan. He enjoyed golf. He was a member of the 1953 undefeated Hall football team that was inducted into both the Hall High School and Illinois Valley Sports Hall of Fame.
He married Jean Anne Lipke on July 27, 1957 in St. Benedict Church, Ladd. He was a member of the former St. Benedict Church, Ladd, the church Holy Name Society, a church lector and Eucharistic Minister, and a current member of St. Barbara Parish, Dalzell church site.
He is survived by: his wife, Jean Anne Panizzi of Ladd; his children, Anne (Ed) Swingel of Ladd, David (Mary) Panizzi of Geneva, and Cynthia Panizzi of Ladd; 3 grandchildren, Anthony, Margaret, and Erin; and his siblings, Jerry (Kathy) Panizzi of Peru, and Janet Bernard of Spring Valley.
He was preceded by: his parents; and a brother, Eugene.
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 Bachelors 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.
Lorraine was born on September 19, 1931, to Arthur June and Genevive (Smiley) Hamrick. She married LaVerne C. Schmitt on April 24, 1950 in Bristol, Illinois. He preceded her in death in 2012. She was a graduate of Princeton High School. She lived and worked in Princeton in the family business (Dean’s Transfer Service), as well as at several shops along Princeton’s Main Street until retirement. LaVerne and Lorraine then spent several years in Branson, Missouri until returning home to Princeton full time.
They raised three children; Steven L. (Mary Paula) Schmitt of Princeton, Stuart J. (Shirley) Schmitt of Mapleton, and Stephanie M. (Darrell) Robinson of Colona. She is also survived by 9 grandchildren; 12 great grandchildren; and 1 great grandchild.
Services will be held 1 p.m. Friday, November 7, 2025 in the Chapel of The Fiocchi-Jensen Funeral Home, Princeton, with Rev. Bill Shields of the First Lutheran Church of Princeton officiating. Interment will follow in the Oakland Cemetery, Princeton. Her family will receive friends from 11 a.m. until the time of services Friday in the funeral home. Private online condolences may be left for her family at www.FiocchiFuneralHomes.com.
Memorials may be directed to the Bureau County Food Pantry or Meals on Wheels.
Pauline Begly, 92, of Princeton, passed away on Thursday, October 9, 2025, in Liberty Village Manor Court of Princeton.
Interment was held on Monday, October 13, 2025 in the cemetery of the Willow Springs Mennonite Church, Tiskilwa.
Pauline was born on June 30, 1933 to Clay and Lizzie (Stern) Mumma in Mt. Joy Township, Pennsylvania. She married Vernice Begly.
She was a registered nurse.
She is survived by: Her husband, Vernice Begly; and her children, Clay, Peter, and Juanita Begly.
Memorials may be directed to the Willow Springs Mennonite Church.
Charles Paul Lenihan, 72, of Tiskilwa, passed away on Friday, October 17, 2025, peacefully in his home with his family by his side.
Private services will be held at a later date. Arrangements are through the Fiocchi Funeral Homes. Private online condolences may be left for his family at www.FiocchiFuneralHomes.com.
Charles was born on August 6, 1953, in Princeton, to Leo and Betty (Shannon) Lenihan. He was a graduate of Princeton High School. He worked at LCN as a Team Leader. He served in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War.
He married Pamela Murphy on September 9, 1978, in St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Tiskilwa.
He is survived by: His wife, Pamela Lenihan of Tiskilwa; his children, Vicki (Joseph) Mead of LaSalle, and Bill (Erica) Lenihan of Princeton; 5 grandchildren; and his siblings, Richard Lenihan of Princeton, Frank (Anna) Lenihan of Naples, Florida, Barb Prater of Naples, and Mary (Randy) Coomer of Sheffield.
He was preceded in death by: his parents; his brothers, Jim, Larry, and Bobby Lenihan; and his sister, Diane Delbridge.
Paul Albrecht, 65, of Tiskilwa, passed away on October 12, 2025 in his home. A Celebration of Paul's life will be held from 2 until 5 p.m. Sunday, October 19 in the Chapel of The Fiocchi-Jensen Funeral Home, Princeton.
Fred “Fritz” J. Helm, 69, of Ladd, passed away on Monday, October 13, 2025, in his home, with his family by his side.
Private services will be held at a later date. Arrangements are through the Fiocchi Funeral Homes. Private online condolences may be left for his family at www.FiocchiFuneralHomes.com.
Fred was born on December 10, 1955, in Peru, to Fred and Elaine (Rettko) Helm. He was a graduate of Cherry Grade School and a class of 1974 graduate of Hall Township High School. He was a Teamster truck driver and worked for Westfield Township.
He married Geraldine “Lulu” Cissell on February 14, 1981, in Cherry. He was a member of the Teamsters Local 722 and the Ladd Moose Lodge 1528. He enjoyed farming and raising cattle.
He is survived by: His wife, Geraldine “Lulu” Helm of Ladd; his sons, Guthrie (Carrie) Helm of Hollowayville, and Cory (Becki) Helm of Ladd; 12 grandchildren; 3 great grandchildren; and his brothers, Ed (Tracy) Helm of Ottville, and Tom (Tammy) Helm of Ladd.
He was preceded in death by: his parents; and his sister, Joann.
Gale Anderson Moore, 79, passed away peacefully on October 11, 2025, in
Sterling, Illinois. Born on April 25, 1946, in Spring Valley, Illinois, Gale lived
a full and spirited life rooted in family, service, friendship, and a deep love
for sports.
Gale proudly served his country as a Medic Specialist E4 in the United
States Army. He enlisted on December 6, 1965, and was stationed in
Germany during the Vietnam War. After his early release from active duty
on November 17, 1967, he continued to serve in the reserves until
December 5, 1971.
Known affectionately by many names—Gale to most, “Fatman” to close
friends, Uncle Gale to other family, and Grandpa or Dad to those
dearest—he was a man of warmth and generosity. If he had it to give, it
was yours. His heart was as big as his laugh, and his presence brought
comfort and joy to everyone around him.
Gale found immense joy in being surrounded by family and friends. He
cherished time spent with his children, grandchildren, and great-
grandchildren. Whether it was watching them play sports or simply sharing
stories over breakfast, about life or dreaming out loud about winning the
lottery, those moments were treasures to him. Catching up with his
buddies at the local grocery store over coffee and baked goods was a daily
ritual for Gale.
A true sports fanatic, Gale enjoyed bowling, fishing and golf. His loyalty
never wavered from his favorite Illinois teams, the Chicago Bears, White
Sox, Blackhawks, Bulls, and the Fighting Illini. One of his favorite traditions
was participating in the Frantz Golf League each year with a new
partner—a highlight of his summers.
Gale enjoyed taking daily walks and relaxing with one of his beloved cigars
while chatting with family or neighbors along the way. His grandkids will remember
him not only for his stories but for the lessons he
shared—always teaching them something new or offering advice wrapped
in humor and love.
Gale is survived by his brother Richard (Dick) Moore; children Tracey (Jim)
Hunter of Malden, IL; Stacey Moore of Princeton, IL; Tonya (Barry) Bush of
Rock Falls, IL; Phillip Moore of Rock Falls, IL; Thomas Moore of Sterling,
IL; and Joshua Baldwin of Sterling, IL.
He leaves behind 15 grandchildren: Ashley Castillo; Kyle Bush (currently
E6 Seargent in the IL Army National Guard deployed to Iraq); Dylan Bush;
Haley Cochran; Taelynn Bush; Kyle Moore; Kelsey Moore; Kinsey Moore;
Samuel Vitale; Jeffrey Vitale; Sullivan Moore; and Lyanna Moore; Jaiden &
Kennedy Baldwin; Brenick Maroney; and his chosen grandson Jacob White
His legacy continues through 5 great-grandchildren: Alexandria & Ashton
Castillo; Ayla & Athea Moore and Baby Girl Moore on the way.
Gale was preceded in death by his father Phillip Moore (d. April 4, 1996);
Mother Jessie Moore (Dorff) (d. October 25, 1978); siblings Shirley, Harry,
John, Marjorie, Henry, Frances, David, Phyliss, Thomas; and his twin
brother Dale.
In honor of Gale’s lifelong passion for sports and his easygoing spirit, those
attending are encouraged to wear their favorite sports team apparel—no
need for formal attire.
May the memory of Gale Anderson Moore bring comfort to all who knew
him. His laughter echoes still in every game watched together and every
morning coffee shared among friends. He will be forever missed and
always remembered. A Visitation will be held on October 21 st , from
11:00am- 2:00pm at Fiocchi Funeral Home 208 S Euclid Ave. Funeral
immediately following at Elm Lawn Memorial Park.
Myrna A. (Jones) Knapp, 86, of Mendota, IL, passed away Tuesday, September 30, 2025 at Stonecroft Village in Mendota.
Visitation will be held on Friday, October 3, 2025 from 4:00 - 7:00 PM in the Zion United Methodist Church, Mendota.
Funeral services will be held Saturday, October 4th at 11:00 AM at Zion United Methodist Church, with Pastor Jeff Brace officiating. Burial will follow at Restland Cemetery.
Myrna was born on October 27, 1938, in Duluth, MN, to Bob and Lois (Johnson) Jones. She married William Knapp on June 22, 1961, in Las Vegas, NV.
She is survived by her son, Tracy (Laura) Knapp; her daughters, Stacy (Bill) Piller and Teri (Mark) Wenzel, all of Mendota; four grandchildren, Bill (Liz) Knapp, Kurtis (Morgan) Knapp, Isaac (Hannah) Piller, and Madeline Piller; and two great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her husband William, her parents; her sister, Chris; and her brother, Dale.
Myrna attended Starkweather High School in Starkweather, ND. She attended Minot State Teachers College in Minot, ND and graduated on June 3, 1960 with a Bachelor of Science in Music Education.
Together with her husband, she was a partner in Reliable Excavating Inc. and Knapp Farms, Inc. She was also a dedicated member of the Mendota Business and Professional Women’s Club and Zion United Methodist Church.
A gifted musician, Myrna taught piano for more than 60 years, played the organ, and sang in many choirs throughout her life. She loved her family and friends fiercely and will be remembered most for her kindness.
Memorials may be directed to Mendota Christian Food Pantry or Mendota Area Senior Services.
Floyd "Hank" Henry Boswell, 77, of Manlius, passed away on Tuesday, September 16, 2025 in OSF St. Clare Medical Center, Princeton. Hank was born on September 12, 1948, to Floyd and Mildred (Loving) Boswell, Sr. He served in the United States Army during Vietnam. He is survived by his wife, Melody Stephenson.
Barbara Ellen Bass, 95, of Princeton, passed away on Monday, September 8, 2025, in her home.
A Mass of Remembrance will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday, September 23, 2025, in St. Louis Catholic Church, Princeton, with Fr. Austin Bosse officiating. Private interment will follow in Oakland Cemetery, Princeton. Her family will receive friends in the St. Louis Church Harkrader Hall immediately following the interment ceremony. Arrangements are through the Fiocchi-Jensen Funeral Home, Princeton. Private online condolences may be left for her family at www.FiocchiFuneralHomes.com.
Barbara was born on April 19, 1930, in Caney, Kansas, to Garret “Bill” and Mary Josephine “Mimi” (Grissragen) Miller. She married Clyde L. Bass on February 22, 1948 in Oklahoma.
She was a member of St. Louis Catholic Church, Princeton, an associate of Sisters Of Mary of The Presentation, and a volunteer at the former Perry Memorial Hospital gift shop.
She is survived by: Her children, Clyde (Meribeth) Bass, and Marjorie Bass; 5 grandchildren; and many great grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by: her husband, Clyde, in 1994; 8 half brothers; and 3 half sister.
Memorials may be directed to St. Louis Catholic Church, Princeton.
Ruth Joanne Faber, 90, of Princeton, passed away on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, in Heritage Health of Hoopeston.
Services will be held 11 a.m. Monday, September 8, 2025, in the Chapel of The Fiocchi-Jensen Funeral Home, Princeton, with Pastor Steven Hall officiating. Interment will follow in Restland Cemetery, Mendota. Her family will receive friends from 9 a.m. until the time of services Monday in the funeral home. Private online condolences may be left for her family at www.FiocchiFuneralHomes.com.
Ruth was born on July 11, 1935, in Princeton, to Arvenus and Mable (Heuer) Morris. She was a graduate of Ohio High School. She graduated from Nursing School in 1992. She married Ralph E. Faber on July 18, 1954 in Van Orin, they were married for 64 years.
She is survived by: Her children, Raymond (Melinda) Faber of Indiana, Lynn (Dan) Rasmussen of Sheffield, John (Abby) Faber of Cissna Park, and Ralph Henry (Angela) Faber of Wyanet; 8 grandchildren; 4 great grandchildren; 3 sisters, Flora Jo, Linda, and Charlotte.
She was preceded in death by: Her parents; her husband, Ralph in 2019; a grandson, Richard Faber; and her sisters, Blanche, and Roberta.
Alice Jane (Eungard) McClintock, 96, of Peru, formerly of Cherry, entered into the eternal presence of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Tuesday, August 26, 2025. She had been residing at Manor Court of Peru.
Known and cherished by all as Jane, she was born on January 31, 1929, in Joliet, to Harry Charles and Alice Lynette (Cope) Eungard.
Jane married Rev. Donald E. McClintock on May 18, 1951, in Joliet. After briefly residing in Washington, D.C., the McClintocks returned to Illinois, where Don became Pastor of Oglesby Union Church in 1953. Don and Jane raised a family in Oglesby, where he remained pastor until 1974.
During those years, Jane held various positions of employment at Illinois Power. Jane moved with her family to Downey, Calif., in 1974 and accepted a position with the Downey Unified School District in the administration department.
After three years in California, Jane returned to Illinois and lived with her family in Norwood Heights, Highland Park, Afolkey, and Cherry, where Don pastored Congregational churches. While residing in Afolkey, Jane accepted a position at Highland Community College in nearby Freeport. Jane retired after working at the college for more than five years.
During their years serving church congregations, Jane cherished entertaining. She was skilled at planning and serving exquisite meals in a moment's notice for the many speakers, soloists, and visiting ministers who were guests in her home. Jane was a master baker, who spoiled her family and friends with sweet creations, foremost among them her famous fudge recipe.
Apart from her culinary skills, Jane enjoyed applying her creative talents to painting on canvas. Her artwork graced her homes and those of family and friends.
In recent years, Jane was a member of the First Congregational Church of Peru. She volunteered in the local Kids Club and taught children’s Bible classes in several local churches. Jane was a fixture among volunteers at Kids Club headquarters in Malden for many years.
Jane is survived by: her son, David McClintock of Downey, Calif.; five grandchildren, Ryan, Aaron, and Molly Whittington, and Amy and Jenny McClintock.
She was preceded in death by: her brother, Harry Eungard, Jr.; her husband, Rev. Donald E. McClintock; her daughter, Sonnie Whittington; and her sister, Mary Eungard Woodward.
Memorials may be directed to The Kids Club in Malden.
Services will be held at 12 noon on Friday, September 12, 2025, in The First Congregational Church of Peru, with Rev. Mark Harder officiating. Interment will follow in Peru City Cemetery. Jane’s family will receive friends from 10 a.m. until the time of services Friday, September 12, in the church. Arrangements are through the Fiocchi Funeral Homes. Private online condolences may be posted for her family at www.FiocchiFuneralHomes.com.
John Francis McGlone passed away on Wednesday, August 27, 2025, in Arc of Streator. He was born in Chicago in 1936, son of George and Helen VandeWarker McGlone, husband of Joanne Pieza McGlone.
Father of James, who died at birth, Catherine, Matthew (Angela Hering), Michael (Susan Piattoni), Martin, Daniel, and Brendan (Stacie Dalenberg).
Brother of Hon. Anne Burke, the late George McGlone, and the late Patricia Cleary.
Brother-in-law of Edward Burke, Maureen Hanley McGlone, the late Edward Cleary, Bernadette Pieza and Dennis Shaner, John Pieza (Suncha), Thomas Pieza (Cindy).
Grandfather of: Matthew McGlone (Jessica), Margaret (Brian Sherwood), Sean McGlone (Hannah), Andrew McGlone (Cassidy), Amanda McGlone RN., ENS. Adam McGlone, Patrick McGlone M.D., Peter McGlone CPA, Alec McGlone, Aidan Hendron, Aaron Hendron, Emily McGlone, Meghan McGlone, and the late Thomas McGlone.
Great grandfather of: Vaughn Sherwood, Robin Sherwood, Theodore McGlone, and Margot McGlone.
He also left behind many cherished nieces and nephews.
John “Jack” attended St. Ambrose Elementary School, St. Ignatius High School, University of Illinois, and Loyola University. He served in the United States Marine Corps from 1956-1958. After his service he earned a CPA. He was employed as Chief Financial Officer at Chicago Tube and Iron Company until retirement.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m., Tuesday, September 2, 2025, in the St. Louis Catholic Church, Princeton, with Fr. Austin Bosse officiating. Interment will be held at a later date in St. Mary Evergreen Park Cemetery. Arrangements are through the Fiocchi Funeral Homes, private online condolences may be left for his family at www.FiocchiFuneralHomes.com
Memorials may be directed to Misericordia Heart of Mercy.
Eleanor M. Michael, 88, of Spring Valley, passed away on Tuesday, August 26, 2025. Interment will be private. Arrangements are through the Fiocchi Funeral Homes.
Constance “Connie” DuCanto, 93, of Tiskilwa Illinois (formerly of Amsterdam, New York),
passed away peacefully in Princeton, Illinois on August 25 th , 2025 following a short illness.
Constance was born in Amsterdam New York in 1931 as the only child of James and Winifred
Davis. During her childhood, Constance studied piano with great discipline, and she was most
often found at the library studying a wide variety of topics. Constance graduated from
Amsterdam High School in 1949 and attended Cornell University on a scholarship where she
graduated in 1953 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Agricultural Studies. Constance attended
the University of Chicago Law School in 1954, where she met her future husband, Joseph
DuCanto, a fellow classmate. Following marriage in 1957, they moved from the south side of
Chicago to Evanston Illinois, where they raised their two sons, Anthony and James.
Her passion for history, the arts, and learning continued following her move to the Chicago
suburbs. Constance took great enjoyment in being a docent at the Field Museum of Natural
History in Chicago, as well as being a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution, the
Cliff Dwellers Club, and the Art Institute of Chicago. She found meaning in nature and later
moved to a small plot of land near Tiskilwa, Illinois in the early 1990’s. She will be remembered
for her sharp wit, her sense of humor and her voracious love of the stock market.
Constance was preceded in death by her grandparents Anthony and Pelagia Dabrowski, her great
uncle Stanley Lulkoski, her parents, James and Winifred Davis (nee Dabrowski), her Aunts
Florence Collins and Lillian Hoffman, and her Uncle Leo Dabrowski. Constance’s ex-husband
Joseph passed away in 2013.
Constance is survived by her sons Anthony and James DuCanto, daughter-in-law Elizabeth
DuCanto, her grandchildren Christopher and Claire DuCanto, cousins Cynthia Dabrowski, Leah
Lee and David Collins (and his wife Rose and their children Margaret, Mary Kate, and Andrew).
A memorial service and burial are planned for the spring of 2026 in Amsterdam, New York.
Alice Ring was a distinctive presence in the lives of those around her, remembered for her generosity, determination, and the genuine care she showed in her own way. She had a passion for baking and was well-known for organizing pie and coffee days that welcomed all to share in good company and delicious treats. Alice spent multiple years as a Girl Scout Leader where they would spend a lot of time at Echo Bluff camping and hiking. Alice's care extended deeply to her family, especially her grandchildren, whom she delighted in taking on memorable vacations. Her compassionate heart was also evident in her care for stray dogs, at one time lovingly tending to as many as six.
An avid gardener and caretaker, Alice found joy in working outdoors, tending to her yard and goats with dedication. She was a proud supporter of her great-grandchildren, never missing a chance to cheer them on at their sporting events. Alice's life was marked by her willingness to help others.
She passed away peacefully at her home, surrounded by her family. Cremation rights have been accorded, and private services will be held. Arrangements are through the Fiocchi Funeral Homes. Private online condolences may be left for her family at www.FiocchiFuneralHomes.com
Alice is survived by her children Melinda and Dave Pellegrini, Jeremy and Jennifer Ring, and Stacie and Leslie Ring; her brother-in-law Glen Newberry; grandchildren Brian and Christine Pellegrini, Joshua and Amanda Pellegrini, and Ben Swanson; and great-grandchildren Haylie, Dylan, Charlie, Cameron, Aubrie, Brynn, and Shay. Her good friend Mary and her dog Chica.
She was preceded in death by her husband Alan, sisters Joanne Newberry and Janine Carlyle, and brother Steven Randol.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Second Hand Ranch, honoring Alice's enduring love for animals and her compassionate spirit. 2ndhandranch.com
Kenneth Eugene Nordstrom, 88, of Princeton, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, July 30, 2025, in Allure of Mendota.
Services will be held 11 a.m. Monday, August 4, in The Chapel of The Fiocchi-Jensen Funeral Home, Princeton, with Rev. John Nordstrom, Jr. officiating. Interment will follow in Oakland Cemetery, Princeton, with Military Honors by the Princeton American Legion Post 125. His family will receive friends from 9 a.m. until the time of services Monday in the funeral home. Private online condolences may be left for his family at www.FiocchiFuneralHomes.com.
Kenneth was born on June 26, 1937 in Princeton to Forrest and Nessie (Norton) Nordstrom. He was a graduate of Princeton High School and a Certified Dental Technician. He was a business man his whole life, having owned Dental Crafts Laboratory in Princeton. He served in the United States Army Reserves.
He married Nancy Dyer on June 19, 1959, in the Wesleyan Methodist Church of Wyanet.
He was a member of the Christ Community Church of Princeton, The Christian Motorcycle Association (CMA), and the Dental Association.
He is survived by: his wife, Nancy Nordstrom of Princeton, Ken and Nancy Nordstrom were blessed with 66 beautiful years of marriage. Their love, laughter, and dedication to each other left a lasting impression on everyone who knew them; his children, Penny (Don) Patton of Olathe, Kansas, and Barry (Jill) Nordstrom of Princeton; 3 grandchildren, Benjamin Patton, Whitney Reeves, and Claudia Nordstrom; 4 great grandchildren, Kennedy, Loxley, and Patton Reeves, and Lily Patton; his siblings, John (Phyllis) Nordstrom, Sr. of Ottawa, Billie Nordstrom of Princeton, Kathy (Jim) Pennington of Princeton, and Winn (Debbie) Nordstrom of Royce City, Texas; and his sister-in-law, Judy Nordstrom of Princeton.
He was preceded in death by: his parents; and his brother, Donald Nordstrom.
Memorials may be directed to The St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
Kelly Jo Barth (Crowther)
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Kelly Jo Barth (Crowther), beloved sister, wife, mother and U.S. Navy veteran. Kelly passed away surrounded in love by her family on July 22, 2025 at the age of 57.
Kelly was born on August 9, 1967 in Princeton, Illinois, the seventh of eight siblings, to Lester Earl Crowther and Rose Mary Wood. After graduating from Hall High School in 1985, Kelly joined the U.S. Navy, during which time she also welcomed her first two daughters. Upon her honorable discharge Kelly spent many years in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma where she welcomed her third child. While in Oklahoma, Kelly owned an in-home daycare as well as several other businesses and became a licensed Polysomnographic Technologist.
In 2013 Kelly returned home to Bureau County, where she was reunited with childhood friend, Charlie Barth. The two quickly fell in love and married on October 21, 2017, filling Kelly's final years with unimaginable love, happiness and support.
Kelly is preceded in death by daughter Sierra Reanne Trail, sister Leslie and her husband Jeff, nephew Dustin, both of her parents and other angels. She is survived by her husband Charlie, daughters Brittanie (Alexandria) Holder, Chelsea Origer, and Emily McDonald (Sid Daniel) as well as two bonus daughters, Desiree (Shaun) Taylor and Tananda Barth (Zack Duffy). Kelly was most proud of her title of Noni to Anjelique, Jessenia, Marley, Persephone, Alex, Robert, Rowan, Amelia, Benedict, Mason, Wren and Jensen.
A celebration of Kelly's life will be held at a later time. In lieu of flowers, the family suggest considering a donation to your local hospice house or charity of your choosing. Arrangements are through the Fiocchi Funeral Home.
Paula Marie Smith, 62, of Marseilles, formerly of Princeton, passed away on Friday, July 11, 2025, at the Richard L. Owens Hospice Home in Peoria.
Paula was born on March 23, 1963, in Chicago, to Richard Kereta and Alberta (Jones) Kereta. She had worked for many years as a cook and baker, owning "Paula's Homemade". She devoted her life to her family, always putting others first and offering love without condition. Her laughter, wisdom, and grace touched countless lives and will remain with us forever.
She is survived by: Her children, Paul Hayden of Princeton, Wade (Kelsie) Hayden of Putnam, Sarah (Tyler) Locke of Marseilles, and Rachel Smith of Princeton; 7 grandchildren, Gage, Skylar, Brysan, Everly, Emerly, Landon, and Grayson; and 4 siblings, Carol, Rick, Stacy, and Beverly.
She was preceded by: her parents.
Her family will receive friends from 1 until 4 p.m., Saturday, July 19, 2025, in The Chapel of The Fiocchi-Jensen Funeral Home, Princeton. Private online condolences may be left for her family at www.FiocchiFuneralHomes.com
Patricia Elizabeth Rosenow, 85, of Wyanet, passed away on Tuesday, July 8, 2025, in Goldwater Care of Princeton, with her family by her side. Arrangements are through The Fiocchi-Jensen Funeral Home, Princeton.
Jerry L. Wolford, 77, of Princeton, passed away on Monday, July 7, 2025, in OSF St. Joseph Hospital, Bloomington, with his family by his side.
Services will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, July 12, in The Chapel of The Fiocchi-Jensen Funeral Home, Princeton, with military honors by the Princeton Veterans Memorial Group. His family will receive friends from 11 a.m. until the time of services Saturday in the funeral home. Private online condolences may be left for his family at www.FiocchiFuneralHomes.com.
Jerry was born on October 25, 1947 in Princeton to Dario and Betty (Sandberg) Wolford. He was a graduate of Manlius High School. He served in the United States Army Reserves.
He worked at Consolidated Freight, Sneakers Dance Club in Sterling, and for Austin Powder as a truck driver. He was a member of the Princeton Moose Lodge. He coached for JFL football and little league baseball. He was an avid Cubs and Bears fan and enjoyed stockcar racing at the Bureau County Speedway.
He is survived by: his children, Amanda (Matthew) Pearson of Saybrook, Illinois, Dustin Wolford of Princeton, and Jodi (Royce) Fundell of Green River, Wyoming; and 10 grandchildren, Lisa, Tristin, Laynie, Josiah, Magnus, Caden, Novalyne, Lillian, Dario, and Samuel.
He was preceded by: his parents; 2 brothers, Chuck Smith, and David Wolford; and a sister, Linda Peterson.
Memorials may be directed to the Princeton Moose Lodge.
Feuyta Saephan, aged 60, passed away peacefully on the morning of June 25, 2025 in OSF St. Anthony, Rockford.
She was a devoted mother, a caring friend, and a source of love and strength to all who knew her. Her days were filled with nurturing care, quiet grace, and a genuine warmth that touched everyone around her.
Her spirit lives on in the garden blooms she tenderly nurtured, the melodies she shared, and the traditions she cherished.
Feuyta is lovingly remembered by her significant other, Kaocho Saechao; her children Meuyfeuy (Aaron) Saephan, KaoFeuy Saephan, Stephanie (Milo) Saephan, Jessica (Gabriel) Baltazar, and Chaichoy Saephan; and her adored grandchildren Jayden, Julian, and Sophia.
Services will be held 11 am Tuesday, July 1, 2025, in The Chapel of The Fiocchi-Jensen Funeral Home, Princeton, with Rollie Copland officiating. Intermetn will follow in Valley Memorial Park, Spring Valley. Her family will receive friends from 10 am until the time of services at the funeral home.
Rosemary (Gorman) DeBrock, 94, of Princeton, died in her own home surrounded by her loving family on Wednesday, June 18, 2025.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday, June 24, 2005, in St. Louis Catholic Church, Princeton, with Msgr. James Kruse officiating. Interment will follow in St. Patrick Cemetery, Sheffield. Her family will receive friends from 4 until 7 pm Monday in The Chapel of The Fiocchi-Jensen Funeral Home, Princeton.
She was born October 2, 1930 in Bradford, Illinois to Thomas and Catherine (Morrissey) Gorman. She married Marvin DeBrock on October 14, 1950 in St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Sheffield. He preceded her in death in 2011.
Surviving are their children; Dr. Larry (Cindy) DeBrock of Champaign, Patrick (Marcia) DeBrock of Newtown, CT, Marcie (Rod) Jaggers of Princeton, and a daughter-in-law Billi DeBrock of Manlius; granddaughters Ryan DeBrock, Nikki (George) Baker, Sara DeBrock, Tara Jaggers, and Catherine (Jack) Bredemann; grandsons Dan (Ana) DeBrock, Chad Brieant, Jared (Mandy) Jaggers, Nick (Bethany) DeBrock, Joseph DeBrock, and Spencer DeBrock; great-grandchildren Logan, Leigha, Rylan, Kinsley, Henry, Finnian, Charles, Damien, and Lucy.
She was preceded in death by her parents, a son Joe DeBrock, a granddaughter Emily DeBrock, her brother Tommy Gorman and her sisters Jule Ann Hulteen and Anna Mae Warkins.
She graduated from Manlius High School. She and Marvin were farmers in Gold Township while raising their family, eventually owning and operating DeBrock Hardware in Manlius. She was an Avon representative for 22 years. She was a lifetime member of St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Sheffield and a member of St. Louis Catholic Church in Princeton upon moving to Princeton. She was a member of the St. Patrick’s Altar and Rosary Society and was a vocal soloist for countless weddings, funerals, and special events. She served many years as a Gold Township election judge representing the Democrat party and was an active member of the Manlius Women’s Club.
Rosemary will be remembered as a prayerful woman that was proud of her Irish heritage, a devoted wife, mom, grandma and great-grandma, a favorite aunt, a kind friend, and an avid Chicago Cubs and Fighting Illini fan. Her never-ending interest and engagement in the lives of her family will remain a treasured memory. Her love and caring extended beyond family to the many who considered her their “Grandma Rosemary”. She made the world a better place. Erin go Bragh.
Memorials may be directed to St. Jude Childrens Research Hospital.
Robert McCook, 82, of Cherry, Illinois, passed away at his home on Tuesday, June 10. Born on September 24, 1942, at St. Mary’s Hospital in LaSalle, he was the son of Louis (Luke) and Theresa Rose (Strehar) McCook, formerly Macocco.
Bob married the love of his life, Mary Sand, on December 26, 1964, in Seneca. Together, they built a family rooted in love, community and compassion. He is survived by his devoted wife, Mary; loving sister, Nancy (Pete) Heiden; and adoring children Kathy (Frank) Pullam of Cherry, Doug (Nancy) McCook of Cherry, Kristie (Mike) Nelson of Bloomington, Tracy (Jim) Robbins of Princeton, and Lori Sand (Mike) Wallaert of Cherry, who he raised and thought of as a daughter.
He also leaves behind 14 cherished grandchildren – Katie, Lindsay, Chelsea and Jacquie Wallaert; Chris, Tyler, Drew and Katelyn Pullam; Luke and Emma McCook; Julia and Tommy Nelson; and Lainey and Emily Robbins – as well as several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents: Rose (1982) and Louis (1985).
A proud U.S. Army veteran who enlisted in 1964, Bob served in Korea from 1965–1966. Upon returning home, he joined McCook Plumbing & Heating and later founded McCook Inc. Over the years, he worked for Illinois Plumbing & Heating Supply, Don Koehler Plumbing & Heating, and Conner Co. Even after retirement in 2007, he continued working as a part-time plumbing inspector for Lasalle County through 2022.
Bob’s commitment to his community was unwavering and served as an example to his family and friends. He was mayor of Cherry for more than 30 years, right up until his death. This was a point of immeasurable pride for his grandchildren, none of which remember a time before Grandpa’s Mountain. Bob was also a member of the Bureau County Board since 2001, the Westfield Township Board for 32 years, the Cherry Grade School Board for 25 years, and the Cherry Booster Club for over 50 years.
Above all else, he will be remembered for his strong work ethic, enduring sense of service, and deep love for his family and community. He will be remembered as the embodiment of Cherry and as an unassailable role model. He will be remembered for Grandpa’s Bread and Grandpa’s Sausage. He will be remembered for bomb emojis, his goofy grin, his little chuckle, tapping your shoulder but pretending he didn’t, and the list goes on and on. His legacy lives on in us all. We will always remember who we are; we will always remember where we came from.
A visitation will be held in Bob’s memory from 3-7 p.m. on Friday, June 13, at St. Barbara Parish (formerly Holy Trinity Church) in Cherry. Funeral mass will take place at 10 a.m. on Saturday, June 14, with a visitation service one hour prior. Arrangements are through the Fiocchi Funeral Home. Private online condolences may be left for his family at www.FiocchiFuneralHomes.com
Memorial donations should be made to St. Barbara Parish, Cherry Library, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, or Shriners Hospitals for Children.
Cynthia Sue (Jungels) Saccomando, 66, of Cherry, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her loving family, on Monday, June 2, 2025.
Born on February 24, 1959, in Chicago to Vernon and Shirley (Sprague) Jungels, Cynthia spent 65 years in Plainfield, Illinois, before embracing a new chapter "in the country" just last year. For over two decades, she dedicated her talents to various roles at Naper Settlement, a testament to her love for history.
Cynthia's passions were many and varied. She was a devoted animal lover, doting on her nine grand-fur babies. Her fascination with history was insatiable, and she was just beginning to delve into the rich past of Cherry. She cherished moments with her husband, John, cruising in their 1969 Bronco and attending car shows. Live music, especially outdoors, brought her immense joy, as did traveling out west.
She is survived by her beloved husband, John Saccomando; her four children, Kristin (Brian) Johnson, Andrew (Carrie) Lackore, Laura (Alex) Ebbert, and Sarah Lackore; and her stepson, John Saccomando Jr. Cynthia was preceded in death by her parents and many cherished aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Visitation will be Saturday, June 14 from 1-3pm, followed by a celebration of life at 3pm in the Fiocchi Funeral Home, Cherry.
Beverly Jean Barron, 79, of Sheffield, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 28, 2025,
at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria, surrounded by her loving family.
Born on February 11, 1946, in Kewanee, Beverly was the daughter of James and Dorothy
(Bumphrey) Harding. She grew up in rural Neponset but developed a love of travel later in life,
traveling to Hawaii and going on long road trips in a camper to Alaska and down to the Gulf of
Mexico in winters. She was a hard worker, dedicating more than 35 years of her life working at
Harper-Wyman, where she made history as the first woman to hold a leadership position. Her
trailblazing role and unwavering commitment earned her deep respect throughout the company
and opened doors for future generations of women in the workplace.
Beverly was cherished not only as a pioneer in her professional life, but as the beloved matriarch
of a large and devoted family. When the whole family assembled, it was a noisy, joyful chaos of
children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and pets. She was a constant savior of lost animals,
and there was never an injured or stray raccoon, squirrel, dog, or cat that she didn’t take in. Her
legacy of love, strength, and generosity will live on in all who knew her.
She is survived by her five daughters: Krystal Barron of Sheffield, Diana Davis of Sheffield,
Theresa Davis (Chad Overman) of Swisher, Iowa, Jamie Bickett of Charleston, South Carolina,
and Jennifer Taylor (Adam) of Kirkland, Illinois; her sister, Lawanda Shambaugh of Morrison;
14 grandchildren; and 20 great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents and her beloved husband of 29 years, Wesley Barron.
Visitation will be held from 3 to 6 p.m. on Monday, June 2, in The Chapel of The Fiocchi-Jensen
Funeral Home, Princeton. Private online condolences may be left for the family at
www.FiocchiFuneralHomes.com. Memorial donations may be directed to Sheffield Rescue
Unit.
Robert H. Haun, 89, of Tiskilwa, passed away on Sunday, May 25, 2025, in his home, with his family by his side.
A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, May 28, 2025, in the Chapel of The Fiocchi-Jensen Funeral Home, Princeton, with Rev. Renee Kindle of the Tiskilwa Community Church officiating. Interment will be held at a later date. His family will receive friends from 9 a.m. until the time of services Wednesday in the funeral home. Private online condolences may be left for his family at www.FiocchiFuneralHomes.com.
Robert was born on December 22, 1935, in Kasbeer, to Robert “Jack” and Faith (Mercer) Haun. He married Mary Buser on April 14, 1956 in Camp Grove. He was a member of the Tiskilwa Community Church.
He is survived by: his wife, Mary Haun of Tiskilwa; his children, Debra (Ray) Spears of Princeton, Rosemary (Rick) McCauley of Tiskilwa, and Bobbi (Joe) Russelburg of Princeton; 10 grandchildren; 18 great grandchildren; 1 great great grandchild; and his siblings, Ken Haun of Mendota, Donna Longbein of Seatonville, and Jean Nantz of Corbin, Kentucky.
He was preceded by: his parents; and 2 sisters, Elaine, and Helen.
Anthony “Tony” Joseph Panizzi, 88, of Ladd, passed away on Thursday, May 22, 2025, with his family by his side, at Allure of Peru.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, May 27, 2025, at St. Barbara Parish, Dalzell church site, with Fr. Gregory Jarzombeck OSB celebrating. His family will receive friends from 9 a.m. until the time of services Tuesday in the church. Arrangements are through the Fiocchi Funeral Home. Private online condolences may be left for his family at www.FiocchiFuneralHomes.com.
Tony was born on January 5, 1937 in Spring Valley, to Geno and Rose (Quartucci) Panizzi. He was a class of 1954 graduate of Hall Township High School. He served in the National Guard for 6 years. He attended Barber College and owned and operated Tony’s Barber Shop on Peoria Street in Peru for 40 years. He was an avid White Sox and Chicago Bears fan. He enjoyed golf. He was a member of the 1953 undefeated Hall football team that was inducted into both the Hall High School and Illinois Valley Sports Hall of Fame.
He married Jean Anne Lipke on July 27, 1957 in St. Benedict Church, Ladd. He was a member of the former St. Benedict Church, Ladd, the church Holy Name Society, a church lector and Eucharistic Minister, and a current member of St. Barbara Parish, Dalzell church site.
He is survived by: his wife, Jean Anne Panizzi of Ladd; his children, Anne (Ed) Swingel of Ladd, David (Mary) Panizzi of Geneva, and Cynthia Panizzi of Ladd; 3 grandchildren, Anthony, Margaret, and Erin; and his siblings, Jerry (Kathy) Panizzi of Peru, and Janet Bernard of Spring Valley.
He was preceded by: his parents; and a brother, Eugene.
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 Bachelors 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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