Moline High School Class Of 1961
News 2010 - 2019
Mike Roman Passes Away
Born on June 15, 1943, in Madrid, Iowa to Maggie and Mike Roman. He lived in Moline, where he graduated from Moline High School, class of 1961. Mick was a proud veteran of the Vietnam war where he served in the U.S. Army as a Sergeant from 1968-1970; amongst his commendations/decorations was the Purple Heart. After returning, he met and then married the love of his life, Rosalie Roman (Van Meter), on Sept. 3, 1971. They moved to the Alpha/Woodhull area in 1971, expanding their family to five children and many horses and pets through the years. Mick worked at John Deere (Harvester) for 35 years — Go Green! He was a longtime member of the American Legion. Mick and Rosalie eventually retired to Mesa, Ariz., in 1999, coming back to their hometown area as often as they could to visit family and friends. Mick was widely known and recognized for his mustache/beard. His picture from basic training would be one of the only times in his life without it. Although he enjoyed fishing and antiquing, Mick's greatest loves were his family; he is survived and will be missed by his wife, Rosalie; sister, Sheila "Susie" Ausmus (Jim); daughter, Kim Becka; son, Jeff Becka; son, Mike Becka (Becky); daughter, Tracey Bannochie; daughter, Michelle Roman. Perhaps where Mick showed even more pride was with his seven amazing grandchildren and three great- grandchildren. His nieces and nephew fondly remember him as a favorite uncle, full of sass, spirit, and laughs. Preceded in death by his parents, Mike and Maggie Roman, and his brother, Tom Dunn, all of whom he loved deeply. His expansive list of friends, both those who have already passed on and those grieving his loss would easily describe Mick Roman as simply One of the Best! Until his last days, he would express his wonder and appreciation that his wife took such amazing care of him and "put up with him." The family is in great appreciation of the doctors, nurses, hospice care and first responders who have treated us so well.
David R. Haas Passes Away
David Robert Haas, 76, passed away peacefully on September 26, 2019, in Denison, TX. David was born in Erie, Pennsylvania to Robert Carl Haas and Eleanor Haas. He has two brothers, Gary Haas (wife Linda) of Cleveland, Ohio and Doug Haas (wife Anna Leigh) of Atlanta, Georgia. He lived in several places as a child and went to high school in Moline, IL where he played football. He then went to University of Nebraska. After college he moved to Wayne, PA, where he met Nancy, his wife of 55 years. He was in the Army Reserves and then took flying lessons to fulfill his dream of becoming a pilot. He flew as a temporary fill in for Mack Truck in Allentown, PA and then moved to Texas in 1969 to fly for Ken Davis Industries. From there he went to Electronic Data Systems and retired in 2007. For fun, Dave enjoyed boating on Lake Texoma for many years and after selling his boat loved playing golf with Nancy and friends. He was sensitive, witty (always up for a debate) and a fantastic cook. He leaves behind: his wife, Nancy, daughter Kathy Spadoni and husband Len daughter Kristen Kromer and husband Kyle along with four grandchildren: Zachary Spadoni, Matt Spadoni, Kirin Kromer Mc Williams (husband Kyle), and Preston Kromer and nieces, Erica Copeland and Baleigh Haas.Here are more details from correspondence from his wife Nancy to Vicki:
September 23, 2019
"Vicki, I was looking through some emails and found your address and wanted to share with you what has happened to Dave. He had a cardiac arrest on May 19th and was recovering nicely with a pacemaker /defibralator. On July 7 27th he had a bad accident and rolled his truck. I was behind him in my car and he just swerved off the road. Truck was totaled and he was air vacced to trauma hospital. Broken neck at C6/C7 He was on ventilator until this week and still has a trach collar. No feeling beneath his legs. He is in specialty hospital near home now so I go home at night. Progress is very slow but hopefully he will be able to improve. I do not have JoAnn's email and would appreciate your letting her know. Hope you are all well. Nancy"
September 26, 2019
"Vicki: Just wanted to let you know that we had to remove Dave from support this morning. He had infection and respiratory failure.
He was ready and we know he would not have liked to be an invalid. He was much too active for that. My girls and I are doing well because we know this was the right thing to do. Nancy"
Sharon Feers Roegge Passed Away
Ron Anderson Passes Away
Ronald “Ron” Anderson, 76, of Moline, passed on Nov. 1, 2019, at Clarissa C. Cook Hospice House, Bettendorf. Ron was born on May 24, 1943, in Freeport, Ill., the son of Ralph W. and Mary (Ledbetter) Anderson. Ron was a U.S. Veteran, serving in the Air Force. He married Carolyn D. Stroebel on Feb. 16, 1963, in Glenburn, N.D. He retired from Deere & Co. in 1994 as a sheet metal supervisor. He enjoyed fishing, golfing and woodworking. Above all, Ron loved to spend his time with his grandchildren and great-grandson. Survivors include his wife, Carolyn; children, Jim (Lisa) Anderson, Omaha, Neb., Sharon Anderson, Moline, and Doug (Heather) Anderson, Coal Valley; grandchildren, Josh, Tyler, Katherine, Emma and Maddie; great-grandson, Kaiden; sister, Patty (Lenny) Johnson, Wisconsin; nieces, Karen Johnson, Susan Freeman and Nancy (Garry) Barnett. He was preceded in death by his parents.
Jack Harlan Anderson Passes Away
Jack Harlan Anderson, 77, of Moline, Illinois, died Wednesday, December 19, 2018, in UnityPoint Health – Trinity Rock Island. .Jack was born October 17, 1941, in Davenport, Iowa, to Erik and Helen (Beck) Anderson. He married Donna Cavanaugh in 1968, and they were later divorced. He married his long-time companion, De Lila VanWinkle, on July 25, 2016. He retired from the Rock Island Post Office after many years. He enjoyed watching golf and movies, and his dogs. Jack is survived by his wife, De Lilah; his son, Scott Anderson of Royal Oak, Michigan; and his sister and brother-in-law, Terry and William Corwin of Valley City, North Dakota.
Jim Jamieson Passes Away
Moline's Jamieson, PGA Tour vet, '72 Western Open champ, is dead at 75. Jim Jamieson was one of the best golfers to ever come out of the Quad-Cities area and a fellow pro had no doubts as to what Jamieson could have done on the PGA Tour had things panned out a little differently.“If he had made it on the Tour, he would have been a real star,” said Jim Hasley, who worked with Jamieson when they were both young golfers in the Quad-Cities. It didn’t quite work out that way for Jamieson, who grew up in Moline and was an all-state golfer for the Maroons. With one PGA Tour victory, he showed flashes of brilliance in an era when Jack Nicklaus, Lee Trevino and Gary Player were the marquee players. Jamieson, who won the 1972 Western Open, contended at some of golf’s biggest events against the best in the game when he was in his prime. He passed away Wednesday in his adopted home state of West Virginia. The Vietnam war veteran was 75. “He was vibrant. People loved him,” said Hasley, the long-time local teaching professional. “He always smiled and waved at people. Even when he got successful, he recognized people and his hometown friends in the crowd. Not many people do that – they keep their eyes right down the middle and don’t want any distractions. He was gregarious.”Jamieson was also a behind-the-scenes mover of the success of what is now the John Deere Classic. Hasley said that Jamieson was a guy on Tour at the time who talked up the Quad-Cities and helped recruit players here for a fledgling event. That 1971 satellite tournament at Crow Valley Country Club proved to be the start of a budding relationship with the PGA Tour that blossomed into the JDC and the building of the PGA Tour’s TPC Deere Run golf facility. Another local with as many ties to the game as Jamieson said that the former PGA Tour pro was still proud of his roots. “Whenever he saw me, he wouldn’t yell ‘Hey, Tony,’ he would always yell ‘Hey, Maroons,’” said Tony Navarro, a veteran PGA Tour caddie from the Quad-Cities. “As soon as I heard that, I knew exactly who it was.” Navarro said Jamieson was always interested in happenings in the Quad-Cities above and beyond the PGA Tour event. “He would always ask about the basketball back here,” Navarro said of the former standout Moline basketball player. “And Wharton Field House.” Born in Michigan, Jamieson’s family moved to Moline when he was 2. He became enamored with the game of golf and was a two-time prep all-stater for the Maroons. He went on to help Oklahoma State win an NCAA team title in 1963 when he finished tied for 44th individually. The 1967 Illinois State Amateur winner earned his PGA Tour card in 1969.
Ron Hayes Passes Away
Ronald D. Hayes, 75, of Mahomet, Ill., formerly of Moline, passed away Thursday, October 18, 2018 at OSF Heart of Mary Medical Center, Urbana, Ill. Funeral services were celebrated at 1 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 23, 2018, at DeRoo Funeral Home, Moline. He was buried at Rock Island National Cemetery, where military rites were conducted by the Vietnam Veterans, Chapter 299. Ron was born Jan. 16, 1943, in Moline, the son of James and Margaret (Bardoel) Hayes. He married Debbie Gilworth in July of 1981 in Moline. Ron graduated from Moline High School in 1961. He served in the United States Army and served one tour in Vietnam. Ron retired from the Moline Police Department in June 1992 after 20 years of service. He then became E 911 coordinator in various Illinois counties over the span of several years until his permanent retirement in 2005. Ron was a very friendly man and had a compassionate heart. He was a diehard Cubs and Iowa Hawkeyes fan. Survivors include his wife of 37 years, Debbie; son Jason (Holly) Hayes; grandchildren, Evan, Nolan, Aaron and Lily Hayes; and his brother, Danny Hayes. He was preceded in death by his parents.
Lyman Twing Passes Away
Lyman L. Twing, 74, of Moline, and Port Angeles, Wash., died tragically on Sept. 3, 2018, from a fall while clearing trees along a cliff at his home in Port Angeles. He died after apparently falling down a bluff behind his home on Island View Road, Port Angeles, Washington. The Clallam County Sheriff’s Office started searching for Lyman Twing on Monday night after his wife, Phyllis Twing, reported that she was afraid he fell from the cliff where he was working. “He told his wife he was just going to go out and finish picking stuff up and be done for the evening, but he never came back,” Detective Eric Munger said. Munger said all indications are that it was an accidental death. His wife reported him missing at about 9:36 p.m., Munger said. Deputy Don Kitchen arrived at about 10:20 p.m. and by 11 p.m. had found Twing’s body on the beach about 40 to 50 feet below where he was working, Munger said. Clallam County Search and Rescue had recovered his body by about 3 a.m. Tuesday. Twing had been out cutting trees from near the bluff most of the day. He ate dinner with his wife, told her he was tired and that he was just going to finish up what he was doing before putting things away for the night. When Twing did not return within a couple hours, his wife became worried. She went out to check on him but couldn’t find him. She yelled for him and tried to call his cellphone several times, but did not get any response. Twing’s truck was found parked by the bluff with a cable still attached and his ladder and chainsaw were where he had been working.Lyman was born Nov. 7, 1943, in Moline, to Florence and Lester Twing. On May 2, 1964, he married his high school sweetheart, Phyllis Peterson, in Geneseo. Together they have three children, five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Lyman graduated from Moline High School in 1961 and then became a Tool and Die Maker, having served his apprenticeship at E.G. Erickson Engineering in Moline. For a few years, he also worked in Milwaukee, Wis., later retiring from John Deere Harvester Works, East Moline, in 1975. That same year, he started his own business, Track Ties Unlimited, which specialized in the removal and salvage of abandoned railroad lines. In 1985, when his son, Tim, joined him as a partner, they expanded the company to include building new and repairing existing railroad tracks, bridges, tunnels and crossings for numerous companies throughout the United States. They renamed the company, Frontier Track Inc. He later started another company, Twing Construction, which specialized in custom rail and dirt work. Lyman had many skills, from building two custom homes with his wife to building pistol and rifle ranges for gun clubs where he was a member. He was an avid hunter, an accomplished competitive high-power rifle shooter with a master classification, a trap and skeet shooter, and a gunsmith and gun consultant. He was a member of the Milan Rifle Club, serving on its board of directors for several years, a life member of the Schuetzen Club, the Port Angeles Gun Club, the Peninsula Rifle & Pistol Club, the Poulsbo Sportsman Club, Ducks Unlimited, Pheasants Forever, the Elk Foundation, Delta Waterfowl, the Illinois State Rifle Association, and Friends of the NRA. Lyman was a life member of the NRA, and a true champion of our Constitution’s Second Amendment and Bill of Rights protecting gun owners. All that knew him were aware of how passionate he was in his beliefs concerning our right to keep and bear arms. Adding so much enjoyment to his life were his black Labrador retrievers, Tug, Stella, Blue and Lager. Every day he would be with at least one or two of them, if not all of them, whether it be exercising, training, hunting, or just running errands. He touched many lives because of his love for his hobbies, interests, causes and businesses. He taught us all that anything was possible, not to be afraid to try new endeavors, and that we could accomplish anything that we put our minds, efforts and hard work toward. Lyman will live on in our memories because, as we know — he was “Something Else!!” Survivors include his wife of 54 years, Phyllis; his children, daughter, Tamara Wendt (Earl “Boo”), Moline, son, Timothy Twing, Moline, daughter, Lisa Greenwood (Greg), Davenport; grandchildren, Nathan Sadofsky (Kayla), Zachary Sadofsky (Johnette), Jacqueline and Morgan Twing and Madison Greenwood; great-grandchildren, Landon and Kara; sisters, Marjorie Lea, Rock Island, Cheryl Twing, Moline, and Sandra Sowers (Mike), Gulf Shores, Ala.; and brother, Jeffrey Twing (Audrey), Birmingham, Ala. He is also survived by his extended family of nieces, nephews, and several longtime friends; and his best buddies, Tug, Stella, Blue and Lager, who will forever be waiting for him to come home.
Robert A. Osborne Passes Away
Robert A. Osborne, 74, of East Moline, passed away Tuesday, April 17, 2018, at home.
Robert was born Nov. 7, 1943, in Moline, the son of Samuel and Louise Gamble Osborne. He married Donna Reed in Rock Island on Jan. 9, 1982. Robert proudly served in the U.S. Air Force for four years during the Vietnam era. He received a bachelor’s degree from Augustana College and continued with graduate work also at Augustana. Robert worked at Deere & Co. with a career spanning 36 years, retiring in 2001. He loved to play golf and participated in several competitive local teams and leagues. Robert worked as a committee chair and volunteer with the John Deere Classic for over 20 years. He loved watching his grandson, Isaac, play sports, especially golf. He was his pride and joy. Survivors include his wife, Donna; daughter, Amber (Matt) Rumler, Silvis; son, Michael Osborne, Texas; grandson, Isaac Rumler, Silvis; and brother, Gary (Jackie) Osborne, Moline. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Carl Osborne; daughter, Nicole Osborne; and mother-in-law and father-in-law, Vera and William Reed.Kenneth L. Carlson Passes Away
Kenneth L. Carlson, Sr., 74, passed away at home on Saturday, March, 24, 2018. Ken was born on July 17, 1943, the son of Lowell and Viola Carlson. He attended Moline High School and graduated in 1961. During his high school days, Ken was an avid bowler and won the Dispatch Bowling Tournament his senior year. After high school, Ken joined the United States Army and proudly served for two years, mostly notably in Bad Kissingen, Germany. Upon his return from Germany, he married Diane Vroman on October 17, 1964, in Moline and celebrated 53 wonderful wedding anniversaries with her. Ken decided to make welding his career and worked as a welder at John Deere Harvester in East Moline. During this time, he continued bowling and also enjoyed golfing, fishing and coaching baseball and softball for his son and daughter’s grade school and junior high teams. In the years before retiring in 2003, Ken was in charge of the John Deere Harvester Welding Lab and accomplished his goals of becoming a Certified Welding Inspector and a Certified Welding Educator. This allowed him to pass on his love and knowledge of welding by teaching at Black Hawk College, Scott Community College and several other community colleges. It was during this time that he also volunteered for Habitat for Humanity and Kids Against Hunger. Ken’s two biggest passions in life were spending time with his family, including his faithful companion, Lady, and fishing. Fishing took him and his wife to Chetek, Wis., at least once each summer for over 25 years. He always marveled at the beauty of Northwest Wisconsin and often commented on how it was “God’s Country.” Chetek seemed to love him, too, since it rewarded him with thousands of crappie to clean throughout the years. He was also a big fan of the Chicago Bears and Chicago Cubs but believed he would not live long enough to see the Cubs win a World Series. Early in the morning on November 3, 2016, he was never so happy to have been proven wrong. Ken is survived by his wife, Diane; two children, Kenneth Jr. (Deanna) Carlson, McDonough, GA, and Tracy (Joe) Berhenke, Rock Island; grandson, Luke Carlson; step grandchildren, Ally Berhenke and Reese Berhenke; three step great grandchildren, Kobey, Avah, and Paisley; sisters Karen VanQuathem, Urbandale, Iowa, Kathy Murphy, Cambridge, and Gayelene (Bruce) Johnson, Cambridge; brother, Ronald (Ruth Ann) Carlson, Sr., Livonia, MI; and many beloved nieces and nephews.
Fredrick Baraks Passes Away
Fredrick H. Baraks, age 74, of Warsaw, Missouri, passed away Sunday, December 24, 2017, at Boone Hospital in Columbia, Missouri. He was born on July, 2, 1943, in Moline, Illinois, the son of Raymond L. and Nellie M. Maas Baraks. Fred graduated high school in Moline, Illinois, and on November 17, 1967, he was united in marriage to Janice K. Gibson. They made their home in Coal Valley and he worked for the city as the water and sewer superintendent. In 1982, Fred came to Truman Lake in Missouri on a fishing trip and after several days fishing, a marina owner told him that he was a pretty good fisherman and should move to Missouri and become a guide, so that’s what he did. He moved his family to Warsaw in June of 1984 and was a fishing guide out of Osage Bluff Marina on Truman Lake. Around 1990 Fred and Jan started going to Florida for the winters and Fred was a guide on Lake Okeechobee. He also got his Boat Captains License so he was able to guide on any water including the ocean. He was a member and past president of the Truman Lake Guides Association, the Warsaw Chamber of Commerce, and Faith Lutheran Church of Warsaw. He had also been a member of Lions Club back in Illinois. He was preceded in death by his parents, a sister, and a granddaughter. He is survived by his wife Jan, of the home, a daughter, Sarah Brown, and her husband Randy, of Columbia, Missouri, a son, Raymond Baraks, of Blue Springs, Missouri, a sister, Nancy Smart, and her husband Roger, of E. Moline, Illinois, a brother, David Baraks, and his wife Georgia, of Coal Valley, Illinois, two grandchildren, six step-grandchildren, and six step great-grandchildren, other relatives and friends.
Harold L. Turner Passes Away
Harold L. Turner Jr., was born and raised in Moline, Illinois.
He died in his sleep on October 2, 2017 in Wheat Ridge, CO, a suburb of of Denver. Hal earned his law degree from University of Illinois Champaign-Urbana, and served as Assistant State's Attorney until he was drafted by the Army in 1967. Following his service in the Vietnam War, Hal established a law firm in Rockford, Illinois, where he practiced law for 40 years. After his retirement, he and his wife, Susan Turner moved to Denver, Colorado. Hal is survived by Susan, his wife of 49 years; his sons and daughters-in-law, Matt and Lori Turner and Ben and Lyric Turner; granddaughters, Lilia, Grace, and Ellery; twin sister, LuAnn Christiansen and sister, Mary Beth Turner; mother-in-law, Helen Milligan; brothers- and sisters-in-law, Michael and Theresa Milligan and Patrick and Connie Milligan; and numerous nieces and nephews.Kim A. Johnson Passes Away
Kim A. Johnson 74, passed away on Saturday, March 4, 2017 at Doctor ‘s Hospital in Laredo, Texas.
Kim Johnson was preceded in death by his parent, Leslie William and Vera Marie Johnson and a brother, Dennis L. Johnson.Kim Johnson is survived by wife, Jan L. Johnson; son, Mark L. (Angela) Johnson; grand dog Kelly; sister Janice (Dave) Kuhn; nieces Sherry Kuhn, Cari Johnson Tracy Wagner, Suzie
(Wade) Opland; nephew Steve (Karen) Kuhn and by numerous Johnson cousins, other family members and friends. A memorial was held on Monday, March 13, 2017 at 10:00 am. at Rose Garden Funeral Home. Kim Johnson was born in Moline IL. to Brick and Vera Johnson. Kim graduated from Moline High School in 1961 and attend the University of Illinois then moved Minneapolis where he met Jan Carlson they were married on April 17,1976 . Kim graduated from the University of Minnesota in 1981. Kim had numerous hobbies which included stock car racing, amateur radio operation, wood working, camping, fishing and enjoyed fixing just about anything that would come his way. After retirement he became a Winter Texan in Zapata, Texas and found made numerous friends, he volunteered at the VFW Post 7768 and the Falcon Lake Babes.Thelma Timmerman Devin Passes Away
Thelma I. Devlin, 73, of Rock Island, died Friday, Jan. 13, 2017, at St. Anthony's Care Center, Rock Island.There was no public services. She had a private burial is at Riverside Cemetery, Moline. She was born Feb. 24, 1943, in Moline, the daughter of Roy and Elma Parker Timmerman. She married Peter Devlin on Dec. 19, 1970, in Rock Island.She is survived by her husband, Peter, and was preceded in death by her parents.
Gerald L. Smith Passes Away
Gerald Smith, 73, born Oct. 11, 1943, in Moline, to Leonard and Vesta Smith, died March 13, 2017, at his home in Las Vegas, Nev.
For most of his life, he worked in the telecommunications field. Twice he achieved his stated goal of owning his own business. He also enjoyed working as a licensed pilot instructor and was a ham radio operator. During his lifetime he lived in multiple places; Alaska, Albuquerque, Boston, Italy, New York City, Santa Fe, San Jose and, most recently,
Las Vegas.He was preceded by his third wife, Mara. Gerald Smith is survived by his daughter, Sheri (Doug); his brother, Clarence (Charlene); his niece, Debbie Martini (Vince); his nephew, Rory (Mei); and three grandnephews.
Russell C. Holm Passes Away
Russell C. Holm, 73, of Moline, IL, went home to Jesus, as a result of
Bulbar ALS, on Monday, November 7, 2016, at his home.
Russell was born on December 11, 1942, in Moline, IL, the son of Chester
Frank and Mary Phyllis Bass Holm. He was self-employed.
Russell was a member of the former Moline Gospel Temple, enjoyed gardening,
and studying Bible prophecy. He loved spending time with his family,
especially his nieces, nephews, and
his do
Survivors include his sister, Janice (David) Russell, Blue Grass, IA;
brother, Dennis (Renee) Holm, East Moline, IL; 4 nieces, Kimberly (Andrew)
Varner, Blue Grass, IA, Susan (Brandon) Reed, DeWitt, IA, Kristine (Scott)
Jensen, Parkview, IA, and Jane (Jeffrey) Weime, Parkview, IA; 3 nephews,
John (Ashley) Russell, Kansas City, MO, Wayne (Ashley) Holm, Davenport, IA,
and Todd (Ellie) Berthroud, Littleton, CO; great nieces and nephews, Brooke,
Taylor, Erik, Hunter, Brady, Drew, Jenna, Trent, and Jace.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
John "Johnny" C. Pancrazio Passes Away
John "Johnny" C. Pancrazio, 74, of Mesa, Ariz., formerly of Moline, passed away Oct. 14, 2016. A military burial of his ashes will take place at Arlington National Cemetery at a later date. Johnny was born July 31, 1942, in Centerville, Iowa, the son of Michael and Rosie Pancrazio. He graduated from Moline High School in 1961. Johnny was a U.S. Army Veteran serving three tours in Vietnam. He married Annie Hummel on June 20, 1998. Johnny continued to serve veterans at home by being a service officer in Illinois, Nevada and Arizona. He was a longtime member of the Vietnam Veterans of America. Johnny is survived by his wife, Annie Hummel Pancrazio; his daughter, Mae (David) Carter, grandsons, Alan and Alexander, Texas; daughter, Jamie Signorino and grandchildren, Anna, Anthony and Maria, Ohio; brothers, Jim (Dixie) Pancrazio, Moline, Mike (Sherry) Pancrazio, Davenport, and Edward (Sheryl) Pancrazio, Centerville, Iowa; and many nieces, nephews and cousins.
Nellie DeRocker
Maere Passes Away
Nellie J. Maere, 72, of Moline, IL, died on Thursday, January 28, 2016, at Hope Creek Care Center, East Moline, IL. Nellie was born on May 16, 1943, the daughter of Bertrand and Marie Ginneberge DeRocker. She married James Maere on May 18, 1963, in Moline, and he preceded her in death on February 26, 2007. She sold Avon and worked as the custodian for both Sacred Heart Catholic Church and Seton. Nellie was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Moline and a member of and former officer of the Altar and Rosary Society. She was a team member of St. Mary’s RCIA. She was a Eucharistic Minister and performed Pastoral Care. She was also a member of the Resurrection Choir and Sacristans. She cleaned and washed all altar linen. She was a member and officer of the National Catholic Society of Forester Court 956. She was in the Avon Collector’s Club, QC Stamp Club, and a Girl Scout leader. She enjoyed playing Rolle Bolle, traveling, Bingo, collecting stamps. More than anything, she loved to help others and spend time with others. Survivors include her daughters, Laura Coyle, Moline, IL, and Lisa (Dan) Forgie, Jr., Rock Island, IL; 5 grandchildren, Sean Coyle, FL, James Coyle, Moline, IL, Teagan (Manuel) Camacho, HI, Nicholas Forgie, Rock Island, IL, Johanna Forgie, Rock Island, IL; many nieces and nephews; many people she called her friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; sister, Rachel Walston; brother, Albert DeRocker.
Jean Hoskins Beard Passes Away
Jean Beard, 72, of Coal Valley, Illinois, died
on Monday, August 22, 2016, in Rosewood Care Center, Moline, Illinois. The former Jean Ann Hoskins was born December 27, 1943, in Rock Island, Illinois, to Vernon and Dorothy (Anderson) Hoskins. She graduated from Moline High School in 1961, and married Edward Beard on February 1, 1964, in Coal Valley. She was a member of First Presbyterian Church, Coal Valley, and the Illinois Railway Museum. She was a charter member of the Coal Valley Ambulance Service, and was the first woman to serve on the Coal Valley Fire Department. She enjoyed quilting, sewing, and knitting. Jean was survived by her husband, Ed; four children and spouses, Julie Gabrielson of St. Paul, Minnesota, Amy and Steve Day of Woodhull, Illinois, Ed Jr. and Angie Beard of Orion, Illinois, and Edie and Dave Kutscher of DeMotte, Indiana; 12 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and siblings, Vernon Hoskins of Coal Valley, Connie Hast and her husband Jeff of New Windsor, Illinois, Kathy Crane and Judy Blankenship, both of Moline; and a sister-in-law, Sherry Hoskins of Coal Valley. She was preceded in death by her parents, a brother, Jon Hoskins, and a great-grandchild.Wendy DeVos Carnahan Passes Away
Wendy DeVos Carnahan
passed away on August 17, 2016, from heart disease. She had two children, John and Julie. She was married to Bob Carnahan. She had no obituary and requested no services. She was cremated and was interred at Serenity Meadows Cemetery in Riverview, Florida.
Jill Higgins Anderson Passes Away
Jill M. Anderson, 73, of Moline, died Monday, Aug. 1, 2016, at UnityPoint Health-Trinity Rock Island. As she wished, cremation rites have been accorded. Celebration of life services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 4, at Salem Lutheran Church,1724 15th St., Moline. Memorial visitation will be 4 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 3, at Esterdahl Mortuary & Crematory, 6601 38th Ave., Moline. Memorials may be made to Salem Lutheran Church, where she was a member. Jill was born May 17, 1943, in Moline, the daughter of Harvey and Velma Higgins Ashley. She graduated in 1961 from Moline High School and attended Western Illinois University. She married John Anderson on Oct. 17, 1964, at Salem Lutheran Church Jill had worked for J.D. Intercontinental Engineering Research. Jill was an inspiration to many and proud to be a longtime diabetes Type 1 survivor, having been diagnosed in 1950 at the age of 7. She donated her DNA to Joslin Research Hospital in Boston for future diabetes studies. She enjoyed playing bunko with her group of friends. She also liked listening to music and making greeting cards. Survivors include husband, John; daughter, Staci Hammill, Rock Island; sister, Jan Beebe, Arizona; many nephews, nieces and cousins. She was preceded in death by her parents.
Richard Hawotte Passes Away
Richard L. Hawotte, 72, of Moline, died Thursday, July 7, 2016, at his home. Cremation took place at Trimble Crematory, under direction of Trimble Funeral Home, Moline. Burial was at Rock Island National Cemetery, Arsenal Island. He was born Nov. 22, 1943, in Moline, to Emery and Doloros Gonyier Hawotte. He served in the U.S. Air Force and retired from the Rock Island Arsenal in 2009 after 38 years. Surviving are his mother, Doloros McHenry, Rock Island; and brothers (and spouses), Joe (Sue), Rock Island, Tom (Roslyn), Milan, and Mike (Stephanie), Hampshire, Ill.Larry E. Huffman Passes Away
Larry E. Huffman, 73, Columbia, passed away Wednesday, June 15, 2016 at the Boone Hospital Center in Centralia, MO. He was born Nov. 22, 1942 the son of Eugene and Eudema (Overstreet) Huffman. On Feb. 28, 1962 he was united in marriage to Judith (Atteberry) Huffman.
In addition to his wife Judith of 53 years, He will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by one daughter Wendy Lochrie and her husband Rob of Centralia; one son Kirk Huffman and his wife Beverly of Hallsville; two sisters Sharon Hicks and her husband Geoffrey of Spring Hill, FL and Susan Riggs and her husband Rick of Moline, IL; four grandchildren Andrew, Zachary, Dillon and Grace; several nieces and nephews; other relatives and many dear friends. One brother Dwight Huffman preceded him in death. Larry received an Associate of Arts Degree from Blackhawk Community College in Moline, Ill.. Later he taught heating and air conditioning for two years at Bettendorf Community College in Bettendorf, Iowa. He worked as a machinist for John Deere for many years. He was a past member of Hallsville Red Top Church and was an active member of the Hallsville United Methodist Church. He enjoyed working on engines and had an eye for woodworking and mechanics. Funeral services were held Sunday, June 19, 2016 at the Oliver Funeral Home in Centralia. Interment was in the Centralia City Cemetery.Rececca Ann Russman Passes Away
Rebecca Ann Russman, 72, of Davenport, passed away Tuesday, May 24, 2016 at her home. Cremation rites will be accorded. Rebecca was born on July 15, 1943 in Princeton, IL, the daughter of Robert D. and Regina M. (Hamilton) Russman. She worked as an Administrative Assistant for the City of Davenport for 24 years retiring in 2004. Survivors include Lorie and Scott Reem, Davenport, Julie and Rusty Van Wetzinga, Bettendorf, and Mary Jo and Paul Martinez, Davenport; grandchildren, Nikki and Megan Reem, Whitney Martinez, and Rusty IV and Joey Van Wetzinga; one brother, Rich and Maxine Russman, Davenport; niece, Mandy Russman Babcock, Bettendorf; great nephew, Ben Babcock and great niece, Katy Babcock. She was preceded in death by infant son, Steven R. Hipple and nephew, Robb Russman.
Walter Kyle Smock Passes Away
Walter Kyle Smock, 68, died Nov. 5, 2011,
in Clearwater, Florida.
He was a veteran.
He was buried
at
theTexas
State Veterans Cemetery of Abilene
, Texas. His parents were
Walter
Reed Smock
and
Sivolah Bass Smock.
Orrin Meyers Passes Away
Orrin Meyers died on July 5, 2014, at the age of 70, in Rock Island, Illinois. Although Orrin did not graduate on time with us (he graduated with the class of '62), he was one of us. He went to Logan Elementary and a lot of our classmates knew him well. He married Joan Pauley. Orrin was a Rock Island County Sheriff's Deputy and retired after 20 years of service. His father was Leonard Meyers. His sister was Denise Etzkom of South Dakota.
Rebecca
Fors Brennan Passes Away
Judith Ann Cottrell
Hynes Passes Away
Judith A. Hynes, 72, of Coal Valley, Illinois, died Thursday, December 10, 2015, at Genesis Medical Center, Silvis, Illinois. The former Judith Ann Cottrell was born February 21, 1943, in Peoria, Illinois, the daughter of John Jr. and Evelyn (Sigler) Cottrell. She was a part of the first graduating class of the “New” Moline High School in 1961. She married John Hynes on August 9, 1962, in Davenport, Iowa. Judy was a homemaker most of her life, but spent time working at Regalia Manufacturing Company and the Villa Montessori School in Rock Island, and D’s Polishing in East Moline. She was a member of the Coal Valley Lions Club, and coached several baseball teams with her husband. She enjoyed fishing, crafts, and spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. Judy is survived by her husband, John L. Hynes, Sr.; a daughter and son-in-law, Jody and Rodney Beaston of Moline; a son and daughter-in-law, Joel and Mary Hynes of Port Byron, Illinois; four grandchildren, Daniel Beaston, PFC Tyler Hynes, John B. Hynes, and Kalee Beaston; and a special friend of the family, who was like a son to Judy, Jim Sellers, Sr. and his wife, Karlene, of Florida. She was preceded in death by her parents and a son, John L. Hynes, Jr
Nancy
Wheeler Campos Passes Away
Nancy K. Campos, 72, of Rock Island, passed away Monday, Nov. 2, 2015, at Unity Point Health-Trinity Rock Island. Burial was at Chippiannock Cemetery, Rock Island. Nancy was born March 29, 1943, in Davenport, a daughter of Dillon and Marge Vance Wheeler. She graduated from Moline High School in 1961. She married Jesus Campos on Nov. 22, 1963, in Rock Island. Nancy was a licensed cosmetologist. In earlier years, she was a stylist at Morry's and Michael's Beauty Salons. She also helped her husband at the family restaurant, Acapulco Cafe, for many years. Nancy was a longtime member of New Life Fellowship, Moline. Most recently she was a member of The Bridge Church, Milan, and helped at the Milan Christian Food Pantry. She was active with Samaritan's Purse and Operation Shoebox. She enjoyed caring for and showing horses and dogs and working with ceramics.Surviving are her husband, Jesus, Rock Island; sons (and spouses), Jesse (Kathy) Campos, Moline, Sean Campos, Eldridge, and Ty (Beth) Campos, Kansas City, Mo.; grandchildren, Bryck, Bryttnee, Tyler, Ellen, Olivia and one on the way; great-grandchildren, Carter, Cash, Kynlee and Gabriella; sister, Shirley (Ralph) Trout, Tampa, Fla.; 38 nieces and nephews; 84 great-nieces and great-nephews; and brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Rupert and Sarah Campos, Raymond Jr. and Guadalupe Campos; and aunt-in-law and uncle-in-law, Stella and Nick Padakis. Nancy was preceded in death by her parents; one brother, Johnny Johnson; and sisters-in-law, Esther Villareal, Estella Perez and Maria Elena Campos; and brothers-in-law, Rudy Campos and Rick Campos.
Kristi Leivat Robison Passes Away
Kristi was born October 1, 1943 in Tallinn, Estonia to Boris and Julie Leivat. Shortly thereafter the family attempted to escape to Sweden from the German invasion in 1944 but were captured and placed in an internment camp. With sponsorship from the Lutheran Church Boris was allowed into the United States and worked in Moline, Illinois and eventually was able to bring Julie and Kristi to the United States two years later. Settling in Moline through school and graduating in 1965 from Augustana College, Kristi worked for an institutional hospital for several years before moving to California where she became the secretary to Richard Robison and they married in August 1970. After ten years in various areas of California they moved to Grants Pass in 1981. She worked for 30 years as an accounting bookkeeper for several Periodontisits in Grants Pass and Medford and retired in 2011.She enjoyed friends, traveling, reading, puzzle games and gourmet cooking for friends and family. In addition to her husband, Richard she is survived by three step children and five grandchildren, all living outside of this area.
Deborah McManama Davis Passes Away
Deborah McManama Davis died a few years ago. Deborah was born on October 17, 1943 and passed away on Sunday, December 23, 2012. Deborah was a resident of Ocala, Florida at the time of her passing. She is survived by her husband Robert
Glenn Hindman Passes Away
Glenn Hindman, 72, of Chester, Illinois, passed through the gates of Heaven to meet his old friends and family at 9:35 pm, Saturday, March 28, 2015 at Three Springs Lodge Nursing Home, Chester, Illinois.
He was born to the late Howard and Marjorie (nee Leiper) Hindman on January 13, 1943 in Salem, Illinois. He was never married and of the Protestant Faith. After graduating from Moline High School in June of 1961, he enlisted into the United States Navy. His first assignment was on the USS Cadmus of the Atlantic Fleet during the Cuban Missile Crisis. The USS Cadmus was sent to The Bay of Pigs. He served 4 years active and 3 years reservist. Then he reenlisted in May 1969 and was assigned to the USS Sperry of the Pacific fleet. He took early discharge while serving on the USS Isle Royale. He was honorably discharged as Optical man Second Class in September of 1970. He attended the University of Iowa, Southern Illinois University at Carbondale and Belleville Area College. He worked in HVAC field and eventually retired from Chester Mental Health in 2006 as an outside Security Officer.Glenn, lovingly called "Uncle" by his nephew Jeremy, lived a full happy life. He spent the rest of his days traveling with his family and good friend Marlene. He enjoyed the internet and playing Jeopardy from the comfort of his sofa. Survivors: 3 Brothers Gary (Linda) Hindman Soldotna, AK, John (Jan) Hindman Elkville, IL, Marty Hindman Paradise Valley, AZ, 2 Sisters Ruth (Alan) Wahlman Walsh, IL. Patty (Chris) Jeffreys Chester, IL, Special Friend Marlene Edwards Walsh, IL, 17 Nieces and Nephews, 30 Great Nieces and NephewsPhyllis Sellers Pool Passes Away
Phyllis Kay Pool, 72, of Grand Junction, Colorado died at her home on April
9th, 2015. She is preceded in death by her husband, Jim Pool, also of Grand
Junction.
Phyllis was born and raised in Moline, Illinois. She moved to Greeley,
Colorado to attend college, focusing on a degree in chemistry. Phyllis and
Jim eventually settled in the Grand Valley in 1975, and Phyllis accepted a
position at Family Health West
Hospital in Fruita, Colorado. She worked as a medical technologist and lab
director for the hospital for over 35 years. She was extremely proud of her
accomplishments at Family Health West and was honored to serve the Fruita
community.
Throughout her life, and into retirement, Phyllis enjoyed adventure after
adventure, traveling the world. She never tired of the natural beauty of
Colorado and spent many, many days on the water doing what she loved most,
fly fishing. Phyllis also enjoyed gardening, reading, painting, and was
active in the local Trout Unlimited chapter.
Phyllis is survived by her sister, Marlo Carson of Cleveland, Tennessee; her
three daughters, Heather (John) Poovey of Grand Junction; Gretchen (Shawn)
Gregg, and Emily (John) Lintott, both of Fruita, and seven grandchildren,
Adam, Andrew, James, Lennea, Ellie, Josie, and Rosie.
Vickie Lynn Weis Reno Passes Away
Vickie Lynn Weis Reno passed away on August 6, 2013, in Springfield, Missouri. No further information is available.
Robert Tank Passes Away
Robert Tank of Mesa, Arizona, died on April 19, 2012, in Gilbert, Arizona, at the age of 69. Unfortunately, no further information is available at this time.
Kenneth Thurman Passes Away
Kenneth Arthur Thurman, 72, of Moline, IL, son of Basil Jr. and Edith “Judy” (Johnston) Thurman, died Wednesday, July 29, 2015, at his home. Per his wishes, cremation rites will be accorded. A visitation will be held Monday, August 3rd, from 5:00 pm until 7:00 pm, at Wendt Funeral Home in Moline. A private family inturnment will be held at National Cemetery on Arsenal Island. Memorials may be made to Unity Point Hospice or Quad City Animal
Welfare Center.Michael Worthman Passes Away
Michael L. Worthman, 72, of rural Cambridge, died on Tuesday, June 30, 2015, at his home
. Cremation has been accorded and a celebration of life visitation will be from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, July 11, at the Cambridge Chapel of Stackhouse-Moore Funeral Services. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society or Premiere Hospice. Michael Lee Worthman was born on May 15, 1943, in Moline, the son of Jimmy L. and Ella Mae Smith Worthman. He was educated in Moline schools. His marriage to Sharon Small took place on May 7, 1964, in California.He served in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War.Mike was employed at J.I. Case in Rock Island until the plant closed. He then attended classes at Black Hawk College to be a computer robotic instructor. Mike taught at Black Hawk College and also at John Deere in East Moline until retiring.He enjoyed motorcycle riding, canning, building model airplanes and trap and skeet shooting.Those surviving are his wife, Sharon, Cambridge; a son, Matthew Worthman (Marryann Phillips), Rock Island; a daughter, Pamela Worthman-Sandholm, Cambridge; grandchildren, Brandon and Jessica Sandholm, Amber and Sabrina Worthman; and a sister, Virginia Cromen, Shawnee, Kan. He was preceded in death by his parents; a son, Christopher; a sister; and three brothers.
Robert "Bob" Mitchell Passes Away
Robert A. Mitchell, 69, of Moline, died Tuesday, Aug. 27, 2013, in his home.
Visitation was 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday at Trimble Funeral and Cremation Center, Moline. Private interment will be held at a later date at Davenport Memorial Park. Memorials may be made to American Heart Association or River Bend Foodbank. Robert Arthur Mitchell was born Oct. 15, 1943, in Davenport, the son of Arthur and Elvera Anderson Mitchell. He graduated from the University of Iowa with a degree in computer science and had been employed as an IT analyst for Deere and Co. for 46 years. He was a member of Blackhawk Hiking Club, volunteered at the River Bend Foodbank and enjoyed computers. Bob is survived by his sister and brother-in-law, Janet and Michael Judd, LeClaire; nephews, Adam Judd and his wife, Melissa, Bettendorf, and their children, Aidan and Addison; and Nathan Judd, East Moline.
Theodore
"Ted" Bohl Passes AwayTheodore C. Bohl, Jr, 69, of Milan, IL, died Friday, October 12, 2012, at his home.
Funeral Services were at 11:00 a.m, Thursday, October 18, 2012 at Esterdahl Mortuary & Crematory, Ltd. 6601-38th Avenue, Moline. Burial was at Greenview Memorial Gardens, East Moline. Memorials may be made to Kings Harvest. Ted was born March 15, 1943 in Moline, the son of Theodore C. and Sophie (Janoski) Bohl. He married Carolyn Bergstrom on August 25, 1962 in MolineTed was the owner of Bohl Machine & Tool Co. in Milan. He was also the owner of Bohl Leasing Co. in Milan, and a partner in Mississippi Laser in Milan. Ted was a former member of the Moline Jaycees, and also a former member of the Rock Island County Fair Board. He enjoyed fishing and spending time out of doors. Most of all, he enjoyed spending time with his grandkids. SURVIVORS: Wife Carolyn Bohl ChildrenTim (Amy) Bohl Milan Stephannie Bohl Milan Grandchildren Jassimine Bierman Chicago Julia Kenny MilanTheodore Carl Bohl III Milan Great grandson Ayden Kenny & 2 more on the way Brother Ronald (Norma) Bohl FL Sister Linda (Alan) Lovestead East Moline Step-sister Marie White Geneseo Step-brothers Allen (Helen) Tysma East Moline Raymond (Phyllis) Tysma Cordova. He was preceded in death by his dad; step dad; and mother.
John “Randy” Randolph Warren
Passes Away
John “Randy” Randolph Warren, 71, of East Moline, died Wednesday, May 21, 2014, at home.
A memorial service was held at 11 a.m. Friday at Esterdahl Mortuary and Crematory, Ltd., 6601 38th Ave., Moline. Per his wishes, cremation rites have been accorded. Memorials may be made to Rock Island County Animal Shelter.Randy was born April 15, 1943, in Kewanee, Ill., the son of John and Irene (Binge) Warren. He worked as a welder for the Rock Island Lines. He later worked in maintenance for Jumer’s Casino, Rock Island. In his younger years, Randy enjoyed drag racing, hunting and fishing. More than anything, he loved spending time with his grandchildren and his dog, Mitzi. Survivors include his daughters, Robin (Darren) Hancock, Orion, Ill., Melissa (Derek) Carr, Moline; son, Eric Warren, Orion; grandchildren, Baillie (George Spence III) Hancock, Jette Carr and Blaze Carr; mother, Irene Warren, Orlando, Fla.; brother, Bobby (Lucille) Warren, Orlando; aunt, Evelyn Bauders, Orlando; former wife, Nola Warren, Orion; and special friend, Helen Morrow, Geneseo, Ill. He was preceded in death by his father.
Kenneth McHenry Passes Away
Mr. Kenneth McHenry, age 70, of Lawrenceburg
, TN, passed away at Maury Regional Medical Center on Monday, September 30, 2013. Kenneth was born on August 10, 1943 to the late Robert McHenry and the late Ruth Lobdell in Elsie, Michigan. He was married to Jeanette Lewis McHenry since December 22, 2001. He always said, “Jeanette isn’t my wife, she’s my bride”. Mr. McHenry had a master’s degree and was an elementary school teacher. He served as an elder in the Seventh Day Adventist Church. In addition to his wife, Kenneth was survived by his children: Rob Wilson and Catherine McHenry (Jesse) Aguilar and Bill McHenry; stepchildren: Kelly Grimm, Bevin (Bryan) Baty, Casey Grimm, Corey Grimm and Rhyan Grimm; and siblings: Larry (special friend: Jan Kuehl) McHenry and Roberta (Lanny) Wright and Mike (Pam) McHenry; one brother-in-law: James Allen Barricks. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by Kathleen Barricks. A celebration of Ken’s life was conducted Saturday, October 5, 2013 at 3:00 P.M. at the Seventh Day Adventist Church in Lawrenceburg, Tennessee.Louinda McDermott Benson Passe
s AwayL
ouinda McDermott Benson, 68, of Phoenix, AZ passed away on May 19, 2012. Louinda was born in Rock Island, IL and moved to Colorado as a young woman to raise her family. While in Colorado, Louinda earned a BS degree in Journalism from University of Colorado. She relocated to Scottsdale in 1985 to pursue her education, where she earned a Masters degree in Management. Louinda volunteered as a docent with the Phoenix Art Museum and loved to share her knowledge of artists and art. Louinda was preceeded in death by her life companion, Al Panttaja, and her brother Gary McDermott. She is survived by her children, Scott Benson, Virginia Benson and Andrea Roy; her grandchildren Abbey Wiley, Ethan and Michael Roy; and her siblings, Karen (Jack) Pulford, Charlotte Merman, Betty (John) Schlomer, Tane (Wes) Temple and Monte McDermott. A memorial service was held Tuesday, May 22 at Valley Presbyterian Church in Paradise Valley.Joyce Burklund Cant Passes Away
Joyce D. Cant, 71, of East Moline, died on Dec. 26, 2014, at Genesis Medical Center, Illini Campus, Silvis.
Joyce was born on October 23, 1943, in Moline, the daughter of Glenn and Nina Leach Burklund. She married Gary Cant in 1963, and they divorced in 1984. Joyce was most recently a homemaker but had worked on the Rock Island Arsenal for several years. She had attended Black Hawk College for journalism and had written for the college paper, "The Chieftain." Joyce also enjoyed writing and had published some of her poetry. Above all was her love of family. She is survived by her children, Caralee (Shane) Davis, Wendy (Sam) Davis, Dana (Jack) Hoskins, Leanne (Lou) Averaino, Jason Cant, Christopher (Meggan) Cant and Dustin Cant; 12 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren and two more on the way; brother, Earl Burklund; sisters, Gretta Wiborg, Marsha (Joe) Teshak and Bonnie Post; sister-in-law, Dorina Burklund; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her companion, BJ Johnson; parents; son, Timothy; brother, Bruce; nieces, Christine and Sherry; sister-in-law, Margie; and brother-in-law, Mick.Several classmates have reported that Larry Darnall passed away of a sudden massive heart attack on January 6, 2015. His death and funeral will not be reported in any of the local newspapers. No further information is available.
Charles
Lee Shimkus died Tuesday, Dec. 16, 2014, at Genesis Medical Center-East Rusholme Street, Davenport, Iowa. He was born Oct. 21, 1943, in East Moline, Ill., the son of Albert C. and Alice (Stankunis) Shimkus. He married Patsy Robertson in 1981 in Lancaster, Mo. Funeral services for Charles Lee Shimkus, 71, were at 11 a.m. Monday, Dec. 22, 2014, at the Halligan-McCabe-DeVries Funeral Home, Davenport, Iowa. Survivors include his wife, Patsy Shimkus, Davenport; and his faithful companion, his cat, PEE WEE. He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Frank; and a sister, Joyce.
Sandra K. Stange Bouchareb, 70, of Honolulu, Hawaii, formerly of Moline,
passed away at Queens Hospital on April 24, 2013.
She was born June 1, 1943, in Chicago, the second of five daughters of Merle
and Walter Stange. She graduated from Moline High School, where she was
fondly known as "Sam."
Sandy served as a dorm mother at Harding College in Searcy, Ark., for 20
years, where she was affectionately known as "Aunt B." She raised her only
son, Robert, there and earned her degree with high honors, graduating along
with him in 1994.
Sandy eventually settled in Hawaii, where she worked several years as an
in-home caregiver for a family friend, Lori Odell. She also worked as
secretary for the Church of Christ on Keeaumoku Street before retiring in
2005.
Sandy was very creative but will be remembered above all for her charming
wit, her jovial personality and her love of God and fellow Church of Christ
members.
She is survived by her son, Robert Bouchareb, Honolulu; and sisters, Joyce
Felgar, Leslie Stange-Crotty, Kathleen Trevor and Jackie Fitzpatrick, all of
Moline.
Wayne D. Gillman Passes Away
Kenneth R. Ohrberg Passes Away
Kenneth R. Ohrberg, 70, of Colona, passed away Saturday, Nov. 30, 2013, at UnityPoint Health in Peoria. Kenny was born March 5, 1943, in Moline, the son of Clarence and Lou Louck Ohrberg. He served in the Army, stationed in Germany. He married Sue Collis on Oct. 24, 1980, in Rock Island. Kenny retired from McKay's Plating in Hampton in 2004. He enjoyed fishing, camping and playing cards. He especially loved spending time with his grandchildren. Survivors include his wife, Sue; children, Tami (Mike) Wilson, Colona, Melissa (Scott) Pawski, Clinton, Iowa, and Deanna (Evan Young) Ohrberg, Rock Island; grandchildren, Jordan, Alexis, Hayley, Dalton, Austin, Sidney and Brooke; sisters-in-law, Judy Cook, Florida, and Kay (Bob Brown) Jacobs, Erie; brothers-in-law, Kenny (Deb) Collis, Erie, and Michael (Janice) Collis, East Moline; and several nieces and nephews. Kenny was preceded in death by his parents; daughter, Susan K. Ohrberg; sister, Judy Rule; mother-in-law and father-in-law Kenneth Sr. and Delores Collis; brother-in-law, Danny Jacobs; and a great-great-niece, Addilynn Jacobs.
Willie Shaw Passes Away
Willie Shaw died Monday, Oct. 21, 2013, at Genesis Medical Center, Silvis.
Willie was born Jan. 19, 1943, in Dermott, Ark., son of Thurman T. and Rosie
Wheeler Shaw. He had worked at the ARC of the Quad City Area since 1970.
Survivors include his many friends at the ARC of the Quad City Area.
Larry L. Hultgren Passes Away
Larry L. Hultgren, 70, of Rock Island, IL, died
Tuesday, October 15, 2013, at Genesis Medical Center – East Campus,
Davenport, IA.
Larry was born on August 1, 1943, in Moline, IL, the son of Maurice and
Clara (Corey) Hultgren.
He married Carol S. Vyncke on March 8, 1969, in Moline, IL.
Larry had served in the U.S. Army Reserves. He worked as an assistant
manager at Eagle’s for 43 years. It was there that without any hesitation he
saved a total stranger’s life by performing CPR. For the past 8 years he has
been a school bus driver for the East Moline School District.
Larry enjoyed learning so very much. At the age of 57, he went back to
school at Black Hawk College and was placed on the Dean’s List. Larry was a
man of few words and when he spoke it was worth listening to. He always
believed that actions spoke louder than words. Larry was fun to be around
and was an all around good guy. He enjoyed golfing with his friends, sports,
movies, science fiction, music and trivia. He also enjoyed all Chicago and
Illinois sports, motorcycles and nature.
Survivors include
Wife Carol Hultgren Rock Island, IL;
Daughter Christine Hultgren Rock Island, IL;
Son Christopher (Amy) Hultgren Bettendorf, IA;Grandchildren Corey, Libby, and Molly;
Father-in-law Paul Vyncke East Moline, IL
He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Maurice “Bob”
Hultgren.
James E. Paul Passes Away
Dr. James E. Paul, age 69, of Plano, passed away on Thursday, December 13, 2012, at his home. He was born June 2, 1943 in Moline, Illinois to Herschel M. Paul and Ruth A. Whitman Paul. Dr. Paul married Anita Horne on July 17, 1999 in Plano. He was a member of Stonebriar Community Church in Frisco and worked as a Chiropractor. Dr. Paul is survived by his wife, Anita; children, Brian K. Paul and his wife, Donna and Allison Nolan; mother, Ruth Paul three grandsons, Rion, Wyatt and Garrett and by two brothers, Jerry Paul and Jon Paul and his wife, Renita. A graveside service was held 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, December 18, 2012, at Johnson Cemetery in New Hope, Texas. A memorial service to celebrate Dr. Paul's life was held at 2:00 p.m. that same day at First Baptist Church of Plano.
Alfred Krauel Passes Away
Alfred F. Krauel Jr., 69, of, Naples, Fla., formerly of Moline, died April 15, 2013, at Avow Hospice in Naples, after a sudden onset of an illness. Alfred was born on Aug. 11, 1943, in Moline, the son of Alfred F. Sr. and Ethel Potter Krauel. He married Georgia Gilliand on Dec. 23, 1964. He later married Arlys Fickling Benzon on Oct. 30, 1993, in Moline. He was a United States Army veteran having served from 1964 to 1967 in Vietnam. Alfred worked as a lab technician for the former Moline Public Hospital and later for Genesis Medical Center, Illini Campus, in Silvis, until 1998. Alfred was a life member of the Moline VFW Post No. 2153, where he served as senior vice president in 1996. He relocated to Naples in 1998. After working as a chemical technician at Glen Eagle Country Club and Wilderness Country Club, he worked as a laboratory technician for Women's Health Center. Alfred completed his career at Anchor Medical Laboratory in 2010. Al was a member of the American Legion Post No. 135, Naples. He also was a member of the Naples Amvets. Al enjoyed fishing, stained glass work and, most of all, spending time with all his family and friends. Survivors include his wife, Arlys Krauel, Naples; daughter, Janette Krauel, Ainsworth, Iowa; son, Kirk Krauel, Clermont, Fla.; stepchildren, Amanda Mull (Chris), Bettendorf, and David Benzon, Chicago; grandson, Bren Raschke, East Moline; granddaughters, Alayna Mull, Bettendorf, and Alyssa Mull, Bettendorf; sisters, Carol (Fred) Koester, Rock Island, Pauline (Bill) Lamont, Geneseo, and Gayle (Mike) Atchley, Davenport; brothers, Steve (Allyson) Krauel, West Valley, Utah, and Art (Cozeth) Krauel, Las Cruces, N.M.; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; son, David Krauel; and granddaughter, Selena Mull.
Linda J. Donaldson Masengarb Passed Away
Linda J. Donaldson Masengarb, 69, of
Lancaster, Pa., passed away unexpectedly in her home on Wednesday, Dec. 19,
2012.
She was born Nov. 10, 1943, in Whitefish Bay, Wis., to the late William and
Jane Schofer Donaldson.
She attended high school in Moline and graduated in 1961. She then attended
Katherine Gibbs Business School in Boston, Mass., and went on to work for
the American Broadcasting Company in New York and RR Donnelley & Sons
Company in Chicago. She married her husband, Paul W. Masengarb in 1966, and
resided in Evanston, Ill., and Glasgow, Ky., before moving to Lancaster in
1972. She returned to school and graduated cum laude from Millersville
University in 1981.
Linda was a resident of Lancaster for 18 years and was involved in many
volunteer work projects and served for a period as head of the
superintendent's lay advisory council for the Manheim Township School
District. She was always active in community activities and volunteer work
but there was no higher priority in her life than her family. She centered
her life around her children and their interests and activities.
In 1990, another move brought her and her husband back to Chicago when he
transferred to the RR Donnelley corporate offices. Although her husband
retired in 2001, she continued her 30-year professional career and joined
Zurich Insurance as a consultant in the field of workers compensation and
employee return-to-work programs. Linda was considered an authority in this
field and was published numerous times on these subjects. During this period
she resided at Smith Mountain Lake, Va.
While in Virginia, she served as a docent at Poplar Forest, the restored
home of Thomas Jefferson. In addition, she served as a volunteer worker for
the American Cancer Society. Just two months ago, she and her husband moved
from Smith Mountain Lake back to Lancaster, where she was a member of
Highland Presbyterian Church.In addition to her husband, she is survived by her son, Michael W. Masengarb,
husband; Kristen, her daughter; Ann M. Rieker, wife of Matt, all of
Lancaster; four grandchildren, Ben and Michael Rieker and Maddie and
Isabelle Masengarb. Her sister, Julie Jenkins, lives in Wilmington, N.C.
Linda will be remembered by her family and friends as a wonderful and loving
mother, friend and partner. We miss you and will always love you.
Galen Marr Passed Away
Galen Russell Marr, 69, of Moline, passed away Friday, Nov. 30, 2012, at Trinity Rock Island. Galen was born Sept. 9, 1943, in Moline, the only child of Elmer R. and Hazel L. Boosinger Marr. Galen married Sally J. Carey on Aug. 22, 1964. Galen graduated from Moline High School, attended Black Hawk College and graduated from University of Idaho, Moscow, with a Bachelor of Science degree in Forestry. Galen's whole career was with the U.S. National Park Service, U.S. Department of the Interior. Galen graduated from the Horce M. Albright Training Center at Grand Canyon National Park, Arizona, in May of 1967. During his career he was a park ranger at Whiskeytown National Recreation Area, Calif.; Petrified Forest National Park, Arizona; Everglades National Park, Florida, and Lowell National Historical Park, Massachusetts, where he retired as Chief Park Ranger of Protection in 1997, completing 30 years of service.Galen was diagnosed with polycystic kidney disease in 1997. His wife, Sally, was able to donate a kidney to Galen at the University of Wisconsin Hospital in Madison, which was very successful for almost 10 years. During Galen's younger years, he was an avid hunter, and after retirement, Galen and Sally enjoyed several years of golfing. Galen was a member of Salem Lutheran Church, where he was active and very devoted to God. Surviving is his wife of 48 years; four children, each of whom was born in a different state; Jennifer (Rene) Hauschulz of Penacook, N.H.; Jon (Anne) of Damascus, Md.; Peter (Heather) of Manchester, N.H.; andPhilip (Erin) of Frederick, Md.; seven grandchildren, Cpl. Robert (Cpl. Brittany) Webb, Camp Lejeune,N.C., Rhiannon Webb, Manchester, Nathan and Carey Marr, Damascus, Md., Ellie and Camden Marr, Manchester and Caleb Marr, Frederick, Md.; and two great-grandsons, Luke Andrew and Cael Niel Webb, Jacksonville, N.C. Galen was preceded in death by his parents, Elmer and Hazel Marr.
Dr. Larry P. Jones, 67, of Palm Springs, Calif.,
formerly of Moline, died unexpectedly, Friday, Oct. 15, 2010 at his home.
Larry was born on Aug. 27, 1943, in Moline.
Larry graduated from Moline High School in 1961. He was very active in
music, playing the cello at Moline High School and the Quad Cities Youth
Symphony Orchestra. He graduated from Augustana in 1965. He received an
assistantship to Iowa State where he received his master's. He then received
an assistantship to Oregon State University where he received his Doctorate
in Science. He moved to El Paso, Texas, and taught at the University of
Texas at El Paso for 35 years, where he was instrumental in shaping his
students' futures. He retired as an Associate Dean of Science. Upon his
retirement in 2008 he moved to Palm Springs. His life was full and he loved
giving of his time to others, especially his students.Larry is survived by his parents, George and Ruby (Danielson) Griffin;
sisters, Dianne (Gary) Thornton, Susanne Lynn, Rebecca (Matt) Virta; many
nieces and nephews.
Warren G. Castle, of Kenley, N.C., formerly of
Moline, died Friday, July 30, 2010, in North
Carolina.
Donna Nelson Gillespie Passes Away
