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Janet Florence (Anderson) Swanberg, age 80, went to be with her Lord and Savior on April 15, 2024. She was born on February 5, 1944, in Rice Lake, Wisconsin, to Walter and Florence Anderson. She grew up in Marion, Ohio, and graduated from North Park College in Chicago, Illinois, with a degree in teaching. She taught elementary school in Marion, Ohio, and Glenville, Illinois.
In 1972, she met the love of her life, Roy Swanberg, and they were married on September 9, 1972. They welcomed their daughter, Michelle, a year later, and their daughter, Kristin, five years after that. The family moved to Streator, Illinois, in 1976, where Janet chose to be a stay-at-home mom while raising her family. Later, she became the director of the pregnancy center in Streator, where she served for many years before returning to teaching at Grand Ridge Elementary School.
In 1996, Roy and Jan moved to Princeton, Illinois, and Jan's passion for educating children led her to Happy Hands Preschool, where she worked alongside her sister, Joyce Johnson. Jan was an accomplished piano player and enjoyed sewing and cooking for her family. She cherished her four grandchildren and served in various positions at the Evangelical Covenant Church of Princeton.
She is survived by her husband, Roy, of 51 years, and daughters Michelle (Randy) Olson of Snoqualmie, Washington, and Kristin (Rick) McComber of Princeton, Illinois, and four beautiful grandchildren: Jessica, J.D., Regan, and Harper. She is also survived by her sister Joyce (Kent) Johnson of Princeton, Illinois, and many nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends on Friday, April 19, 2024, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Evangelical Covenant Church, 24 N. Main St., Princeton, Illinois. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, April 20, 2024, at the Evangelical Covenant Church at 10:00 a.m. If desired, friends can make memorial contributions to the Happy Hands Preschool of Princeton.
Wesley Oliver Hoscheid, 86, of Cherry, passed away on Saturday, March 23, in Henry Rehab and Nursing Center.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 11 a.m., Wednesday, March 27, in The Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Cherry, with Fr. Gregory Jarzombek officiating. Interment will follow in The Holy Trinity Miners Memorial Cemetery, Cherry, with military honors by the Ladd American Legion Post 938. His family will receive friends from 9 a.m. until the time of services Wednesday in the church. Private online condolences may be left for his family at www.FiocchiFuneralHomes.com
Wes was born on November 28, 1937, in rural Cherry, to William and Irene (Zimmerman) Hoscheid. He was a class of 1955 graduate of Hall High School. He married Rita Houski on January 7,1961, in The Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Cherry. He served in the United States Army National Guard for 6 years. He worked at Conco Inc. for 32 years and later at Complete Industrial.
He was a member of The Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Cherry, The Knights of Columbus, and volunteered for the Cherry Fire Department for 54 years.
He is survived by: his sons, Jim (Kathy) Hoscheid of Cherry, Jack Hoscheid of Cherry, and Bob (Janene) Hoscheid of Cherry; 8 grandchildren, Aaron, Jered, Karly, Emily, Abby, Brittany, Matt, and Morgan; and 8 great grandchildren, Greta, Theo, Adilynn, Emersyn, Lillian, Laynie, Maggie, and Arlo.
He was preceded in death by: his parents; his wife, Rita, in 2021; and 2 siblings, Ronnie Hoscheid, and Collette Thomas.
Memorials may be directed to the Cherry Fire Department
Gail L. Kellerman, 73, of Cherry, passed away on Wednesday, March 20, in her home, with her family by her side.
Services will be held 11:30 a.m. Saturday, March 23, in The Chapel of The Fiocchi Funeral Home, Cherry. Interment will follow in Miners Memorial Cemetery, Cherry. Her family will receive friends from 9:30 a.m. until the time of services Saturday in the funeral home. Private online condolences may be left for her family at www.FiocchiFuneralHomes.com
Gail was born on December 21, 1950, in Mendota, to Elmer and Dorothy Marie (Dilday) Jeanguenat. She married Francis Kellerman on August 16, 1993 in Princeton. She had worked as an in home caretaker for many years.
She is survived by: her daughters, Tori (Steve) Burdon of Carmel, Indiana, Renee (Jamie) Miles of Penfield, Dani Galassi of Cherry, Lynn (Chad) Vaini of Ladd, and Barb (Mike) Biccochi of Ladd; 2 step-daughters, Betty Kellerman of Cherry, and Mary Clapham of Missouri; many grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews; and 2 siblings, Janis Doty of Ohio, Illinois, and William (Elle) Jeanguenat of Peru.
She was preceded in death by: her parents; her husband, Francis in 2009; a sister, Teresa; and a son-in-law, Marc.
Seng Yoon Saepharn It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Seng Yoon Saepharn who passed away on February 25th, 2024 in Aperion care Princeton, Illinois. He was 59 years old.
He was born in Laos to Foukuang and Naitong (Saechao) Saepharn. He had spent most of his life in Depue, Il. Venturing out to California for a bit working as a chef but eventually coming back home. He was known to always have his own set of wheels.
Seng is survived by his mother, Naitong Saepharn; his sisters; Mey (Vicente) Acosta, Muang (Brandon) Plattner, Lai (Ryan) Mckinney; several nieces and nephews; and his good friend Richard Maycroft. He was preceded in death by his father and brother.
Services will be held 11 a.m., Monday, March 4, in The Chapel of The Fiocchi-Jensen Funeral Home, Princeton, with Rev. Laura Tanner of The New Hope Church of The Nazarene, officiating. Interment will follow in the DePue Village Cemetery. His family will receive friends from 10 a.m. until the time of the service Monday in the funeral home. Private online condolences may be directed to his family at www.FiocchiFuneralHomes.com
Joyce Mitchell
Mary Joyce Mitchell, 86, of Arlington, passed away on Sunday, February 25, 2024, in Allure of Peru.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 11 a.m. Friday, March 1, in The Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Cherry, with Fr. Gregory Jarzombek officiating. Interment will follow in Peru City Cemetery. Her family will receive friends from 9 a.m. until the time of services Friday in the church. Arrangements are through the Fiocchi Funeral Home, Cherry. Private online condolences may be left for her family at www.FiocchiFuneralHomes.com
Joyce was born on April 11, 1937, in LaSalle to Ralph and Agnes (Trompeter) Houski. She was a graduate of LaMoille High School. She married Darryl Mitchell on November 25, 1961 in The Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Cherry. She had worked for Elliott Lumber in LaSalle and as a homemaker.
She was a member of The Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Cherry, The Tri City Saddle Club, and a 4-H leader.
She is survived by: Her children, Diane (Gregg) Maggio of Dalzell, and Craig (Claire) Mitchell of Spring Valley; 4 grandchildren, Eric (Olivia) Maggio, Brittany (Jeff) Allen, Brad (Kelsey) Mitchell, and Aaron (Tristan Chapman) Mitchell; 6 great grandchildren, Owen, Grady, Zeke, Josie, Brayden, and Marlee; her brother-in-law, Gene Merkel of Arlington; and many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by: her parents; her husband, Darryl on July 16, 2013; and her sister-in-law, Lois Merkel.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be directed to the Hall Township Food Pantry.
Anita C. Leonard was born on March 8, 1939 and passed away on February 23rd, 2024.
Anita passed away peacefully of natural causes at the age of 84.
She graduated from ISU with a BA in English and Physical Education.
She went on to teach all over Central Illinois.
She is survived by her four children, Carmen Rod, Jonnie-Kaye Pryor, Stewart Wilson, and Anthony Catalanello.
As well as her sister Kay Elmore and Bill Hollaway. Her mother, Berniece Nord and brother, Andy Nord have passed away years ago.
Her grandchildren are Lance Rod, Courtney Hudson, Whitney Cooper and Alex Migit and Adelaide Catalanello. Her great grandchildren are Chase Rod, Mason Rod, Autumn Hudson and Clifton Hudson.
Anthony (her son) stated that Mom was so very proud of her kids and loved them with everything she had. She enjoyed talking about Jesus and everyone knew she was passionate about her faith! Her favorite quote was “It’s a great life when you keep your eyes on Jesus!”
Stewart (her son) stated he liked her being strong and marching to the beat of her own drum. Her raising four children and teaching them to have a good moral compass. Along with her belief of treating people with dignity and kindness.
Carmen (her daughter) stated that she was such a classy lady when I was growing up and I appreciated her being a strong woman of faith.
Jonnie-Kaye (her daughter) stated that the best thing Mom ever gave me was to tell me about Jesus Christ and how much He loved me and died on the cross for me!
A graveside service will be held at Oakland Cemetery in Princeton on Saturday, March 2nd at 11am. Located near the far back side of the cemetery. Arrangements are through the Fiocchi-Jensen Funeral Home, Princeton. Private online condolences may be left for her family at www.FiocchiFuneralHomes.com.
Merle Lowell Purvis, 100, of Princeton, passed away peacefully on Monday, February 19, 2024, at Henry Rehab & Nursing.
Merle led a long and full life, recently celebrating his 100th birthday. He was born on February 5, 1923, in New Bedford to Samuel and Jurendy (Underwood) Purvis. Merle developed knowledge of the land and a love for the outdoors while growing up rurally around Wyanet through the Great Depression. He married his sweetheart Beverley Darlene Etheridge on Dec 8, 1942, and after being turned away to serve in the war for medical reasons, he focused on family life. Merle and Beverley had five children and were married for nearly 66 years before Beverley’s passing on October 9, 2008.
Merle began his work life as a supervisor for the Bureau of Entomology, then worked at Jostens for 35 years, where he was known not only for his strong work ethic but also his sense of humor. He had many hobbies, including motorcycling, camping, and travel, following his admiration of beautiful landscapes to nearly every state in the country; hunting, archery, and guns; country music and playing the harmonica; and passions as a ham radio operator and woodworker that turned into successful side businesses of TV/radio repair and craft/clock making.
Merle is survived by one son, Kent (Geri) Purvis of Princeton, and one daughter, Paula Bucaro of Princeton; 9 grandchildren; and many great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, six sisters, two brothers, his wife Beverley, his daughter Rosemary Talkington, and his sons Larry Purvis and Mark Purvis. Merle’s family misses him dearly and is proud of the Purvis heart and sense of humor that will endure always.
A private service will be held on Friday, February 23 at Elm Lawn Memorial Park of Princeton; a Celebration of Life will be held on May 11 for friends and family. Arrangements are through Fiocchi-Jensen Funeral Home. Private condolences may be left for his family at FiocchiFuneralHome.com
Marvin G. Dabler, 97, of Princeton, passed away on Sunday, February 18, 2024, in Aperion Care Center, Princeton.
Services will be held at 11 a.m., Friday, February 23, in The Chapel of The Fiocchi-Jensen Funeral Home, Princeton, with Rev. Bob Edwards of the Manlius Baptist Church officiating. Interment will follow in the Elm Lawn Memorial Park, Princeton. His family will receive friends from 10 a.m. until the time of services Friday at the funeral home. Private online condolences may be left for his family at www.FiocchiFuneralHomes.com.
Marvin was born on November 25, 1926 in rural Manlius to Clifford and Hazel (VanDeusen) Dabler. He served in the United States Army in Germany. He married Bonnie Martin in 1960 in the Manlius Baptist Church. He worked as a Standard Oil bulk agent in Wyanet. He was a member of the Manlius Baptist Church.
He is survived by: his children, Christine (Greg) Gonda of Champaign, Teresa (Alan) Carlson of Princeton, and Kevin (Kirsty) Vickery of Draper, Utah; 5 grandchildren, Andy Carlson, Marissa Claxon, Michael Gonda, Jena Vickery, and Josh Vickery; 8 great grandchildren, Emma, Eliana, Elyssa and Gabriel Carlson, Griffin and Harper Claxon, and Paxton and Rykker Vickery.
He was preceded in death by: his parents; his wife, Bonnie; and 2 siblings, Verle Dabler and Cheryl Dabler Montgomery.
Memorials may be directed to the donor’s choice.
Fou Orn Saechao, 80, of Depue, passed away on Wednesday, February 7, 2024, in Aperion Care Center, Princeton.
Services will be held at Noon, Monday, February 12, in The Chapel of The Fiocchi-Jensen Funeral Home, Princeton, with Rollie Copland of Bethel Baptist Church, Princeton, officiating. Interment will follow in the DePue. His family will receive friends from 10 a.m. until the time of services Monday at the funeral home. Private online condolences may be left for his family at www.FiocchiFuneralHomes.com.
Fou Orn was born on October 28, 1944 in Laos to Chiem Wang and Kae Cho Saechao. He had served in the Laotian Army. He had worked for the Monterey Mushroom Plant. He married Nai Yoon Saechao.
He is survived by: his children, Muang Orn Saechao of DePue, Yien Orn Saechao of Oakland, California, and Chio Orn Saechao of Seattle Washington; many grandchildren and great grandchildren; and his sister, Yien Wang Saelee of Sacramento, California.
He was preceded in death by: his parents; and his wife, Nai Yoon.
Edwin “Ed” David Magnuson, 94, of Putam, passed away on Monday, February 5, 2024 at Henry Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, with family by his side.
Services will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, February 10, in The Chapel of The Fiocchi-Jensen Funeral Home, Princeton, with Rev. Terry Broady officiating. Interment will follow in the Putnam Cemetery with Military Honors. His family will receive friends from 9 a.m. until the time of services Saturday at the funeral home. Private online condolences may be left for his family at www.FiocchiFuneralHomes.com.
Ed was born on May 22, 1929 in Henry to Arvid and Anna (Lundeen) Magnuson. He married Barbara Wright on October 15, 1950 in Putnam.
Ed graduated from Senachwine High School and worked on a pipeline, Putnam Grain, and the cotton mill in Sparland before enlisting in the Army in 1948. He served in Berlin during the Air Lift and then in Tokyo during the Korean War.
Ed farmed in Bureau County for 39 years near Tiskilwa and Cherry. He served as an elder in the Putnam and Princeton Christian Churches, as well as taught Sunday School at Tiskilwa and LaMoille Methodist Churches. Ed served on the Bureau County Farm Bureau Board as a director, treasurer, and secretary. He also served as Justice of the Peace on the Wheatland Township Board. Besides serving on many church boards and the LaMoille School Board, he worked for Bureau Service Company for two years after retiring from farming.
He loved to travel and visited Sweden many times, as well as Norway, Germany and Switzerland. He also enjoyed being a snow bird in Florida for many years after retirement. At age 85 he took the controls of a P-51 for 15-20 minutes and even did a figure 8!! In his free time he enjoyed his hobbies, which included, woodworking, flying, golf and bowling.
He is survived by: his sons, Larry (Janice) Magnuson of Tiskilwa, John Magnuson of Sand Springs, Oklahoma, and Paul (Deb) Magnuson of Rock Island; 4 grandchildren; and 5 great grandchildren; 1 sister, Bonnie Koehler of California.
He was preceded in death by: his parents; his wife, Barbara of 49+ years; and infant son, Sammy; 2 brothers; and 1 sister.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Princeton Christian Church, Putnam Christian Church, or The Wounded Warrior Project.
Nancy Ann Bickett, 80, of Princeton, passed away on Thursday, January 25, 2024, in her home, with her family by her side.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 11 a.m. Friday, February 2, 2024, in the St. Louis Catholic Church, Princeton, with Msgr. James Kruse officiating. Private interment will be held in Maytown. Her family will receive friends from 4 until 6 p.m. Thursday in The Chapel of The Fiocchi-Jensen Funeral Home, Princeton, with a rosary recited at 6 p.m. Private online condolences may be left for her family at www.FiocchiFuneralHomes.com
Nancy was born on August 6, 1943, in Amboy, to John Lester and Lorraine G. (Lathrope) Bulfer. She married Michael James Bickett on December 2, 1961, in St. Patrick Church, Maytown. She was the former Outreach Director at the Bureau County Senior Citizens Association.
She was a member of St. Louis Catholic Church, Princeton, and a member of the St. Patrick Church, Arlington, Altar and Rosary Society and taught CCD for elementary school children. She served on the Bureau County Senior Center Board. She was founder of the Outreach and Transportation programs in the 1980's.
She is survived by: her children, Elizabeth (Floyd) Robison of Morgantown, Indiana, Brenda Bickett of Glen Ellyn, and Kent Bickett of Princeton; 7 grandchildren; and 4 great grandchildren.
She was preceded by: her parents; her husband, Mike, in 2019; and 2 sons in infancy, Dennis, 1965, and Douglas, 1967
Memorials may be directed to Rush University Medical Center Pancreatic Cancer Research where she is a participant in the Rush University Medical Center Pancreatic Cancer Research
Wava Laverne Phipps, 74, of Broadview, passed away on Wednesday, January 10, 2024, in her home.
Services will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, January 20, in The Chapel of The Fiocchi Funeral Home, Cherry, with Rev. Karen Karczewski of The Cherry United Church of Christ officiating. Interment will follow in Miners Memorial Cemetery, Cherry. Her family will receive friends from 10 a.m. until the time of services Saturday at the funeral home. Private online condolences may be left for her family at www.FiocchiFuneralHomes.com.
Wava was born on August 30, 1949, in Spring Valley, to Lester and Rena (Main) Stewart. She was a homemaker. She loved spending time with her family and friends, she also loved cooking, baking, reading, music and sharing wonderful memories.
She is survived by: her husband, Lemuel Phipps; her children, Arland Stratton, April (Paul) Danielweski, Tammy (John) Streckert, Kim Phipps, Kendra Phipps, and Bryan (Sue) Phipps; her grandchildren, Jelani Rowland, Joshua Streckert, Jada Watts, Nathen Stratton, Darrell Jaylen Watts, Trey Phipps, Renea Stratton, Lynsey Danielewski, Jacob Stratton, Audrey Danielewski, Holleigh Stratton, and Savannah Phipps; great grand daughter, Lacey Streckert; nephews, Jeff Stewart, Phillip (Kelly) Stewart, and Kevin Stewart; niece, Melissa Schweickert; and many grand nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by: her parents; her brother, Arland David Stewart; and her son, Randall Stratton.
Memorials may be directed to the Phipps Family
GLEN ARTHUR KILLEN
Glen Arthur Killen, 91, formerly of Malden, passed away on Saturday, January 6, 2024, in the Illinois Veterans Home, LaSalle, with his family by his side.
Memorial services will be held 11 a.m. Friday in The Chapel of The Fiocchi-Jensen Funeral Home, Princeton, with Rev. Dan Smith officiating and military honors. Interment will be at a later date. His family will receive friends from 9 a.m. until the time of services Friday at the funeral home. Private online condolences may be left for his family at www.FiocchiFuneralHomes.com.
Glen was born on February 26, 1932 in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, to Marshall and Myrtle (Shiltz) Killen. He married Joyce Christiansen on July 11, 1970 in Amboy. He served in the United States Navy from 1949 – 1953 during the Korean War. He served in law enforcement for many years having retired from Henry in 1993.
He was a member of the Lutheran Church, President of The Illinois Association of Chiefs of Police, and a member of The Henry American Legion Post 323.
He is survived by: his children, Vicki (Dan) Smith of Varna, Debbie (Ross) Taylor of Spring Valley, Steve Killen of Casa Grande, Arizona, Terry Guzman of Columbus, Nebraska, Cindy (Clois) Henderson of Clinton, Kentucky, Glen (Val) Killen of Casa Grande, Arizona, and Mike ( Kristi) Killen of Edelstein; multiple grandchildren, great grandchildren, and great great grandchildren; and his sister, Shirley Wight of Rockford.
He was preceded in death by: his parents; his wife, Joyce; 2 children, Charlene Thompson, and Sheryl Marsett; 2 grandchildren; and 2 brothers, Wally, and Lavern.
Memorials may be directed to the Illinois Veterans Home, LaSalle.
BARBARA JANE PERRY
Barbara Jane Perry, 76, of Tiskilwa, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, January 3, 2024, in her home.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday in St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Tiskilwa, with Fr. Kevin Creegan and Deacon John Murphy officiating. Interment will be at a later date in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Tiskilwa. Her family will receive friends from 4 until 6 p.m. Monday evening in The Chapel of The Fiocchi-Jensen Funeral Home, Princeton. Private online condolences may be left for her family at www.FiocchiFuneralHomes.com.
Barbara was born on October 23, 1947 in Amboy to Donald and Dorothy (Oester) Friel. She married Jay Perry on July 16, 1966 in St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Tiskilwa. She was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Tiskilwa.
She is survived by: her husband, Jay Perry of Tiskilwa; her children, Mark Perry of Tiskilwa, Amber (David) Svoboda of Naperville, and Christina (Joey) Gutierrez of Littleton, Colorado; 7 grandchildren, Dylan, Derek, and Emily Perry, Bella and Ava Svoboda, and Lakeryn and Eastyn Gutierrez; 2 great grandchildren, Everlee, and Addy Perry; and siblings, Elizabeth Potts of Dixon, Margarite Kuchenbecker of Kentucky, Rose Woodyatt of Fulton, Don (Sandra) Friel of Tiskilwa, Jerry Friel of Tiskilwa, Regina Kunde of Dixon, Robert (Susan) Friel of Tiskilwa, David Friel of Tiskilwa, and Steve (Deb Kirley) Friel of Princeton.
She was preceded in death by: her parents; 4 brothers; and 3 sisters.
Memorials may be directed to the Tiskilwa Library.
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In 1972, she met the love of her life, Roy Swanberg, and they were married on September 9, 1972. They welcomed their daughter, Michelle, a year later, and their daughter, Kristin, five years after that. The family moved to Streator, Illinois, in 1976, where Janet chose to be a stay-at-home mom while raising her family. Later, she became the director of the pregnancy center in Streator, where she served for many years before returning to teaching at Grand Ridge Elementary School.
In 1996, Roy and Jan moved to Princeton, Illinois, and Jan's passion for educating children led her to Happy Hands Preschool, where she worked alongside her sister, Joyce Johnson. Jan was an accomplished piano player and enjoyed sewing and cooking for her family. She cherished her four grandchildren and served in various positions at the Evangelical Covenant Church of Princeton.
She is survived by her husband, Roy, of 51 years, and daughters Michelle (Randy) Olson of Snoqualmie, Washington, and Kristin (Rick) McComber of Princeton, Illinois, and four beautiful grandchildren: Jessica, J.D., Regan, and Harper. She is also survived by her sister Joyce (Kent) Johnson of Princeton, Illinois, and many nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends on Friday, April 19, 2024, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Evangelical Covenant Church, 24 N. Main St., Princeton, Illinois. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, April 20, 2024, at the Evangelical Covenant Church at 10:00 a.m. If desired, friends can make memorial contributions to the Happy Hands Preschool of Princeton.
Wesley Oliver Hoscheid, 86, of Cherry, passed away on Saturday, March 23, in Henry Rehab and Nursing Center.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 11 a.m., Wednesday, March 27, in The Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Cherry, with Fr. Gregory Jarzombek officiating. Interment will follow in The Holy Trinity Miners Memorial Cemetery, Cherry, with military honors by the Ladd American Legion Post 938. His family will receive friends from 9 a.m. until the time of services Wednesday in the church. Private online condolences may be left for his family at www.FiocchiFuneralHomes.com
Wes was born on November 28, 1937, in rural Cherry, to William and Irene (Zimmerman) Hoscheid. He was a class of 1955 graduate of Hall High School. He married Rita Houski on January 7,1961, in The Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Cherry. He served in the United States Army National Guard for 6 years. He worked at Conco Inc. for 32 years and later at Complete Industrial.
He was a member of The Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Cherry, The Knights of Columbus, and volunteered for the Cherry Fire Department for 54 years.
He is survived by: his sons, Jim (Kathy) Hoscheid of Cherry, Jack Hoscheid of Cherry, and Bob (Janene) Hoscheid of Cherry; 8 grandchildren, Aaron, Jered, Karly, Emily, Abby, Brittany, Matt, and Morgan; and 8 great grandchildren, Greta, Theo, Adilynn, Emersyn, Lillian, Laynie, Maggie, and Arlo.
He was preceded in death by: his parents; his wife, Rita, in 2021; and 2 siblings, Ronnie Hoscheid, and Collette Thomas.
Memorials may be directed to the Cherry Fire Department
Gail L. Kellerman, 73, of Cherry, passed away on Wednesday, March 20, in her home, with her family by her side.
Services will be held 11:30 a.m. Saturday, March 23, in The Chapel of The Fiocchi Funeral Home, Cherry. Interment will follow in Miners Memorial Cemetery, Cherry. Her family will receive friends from 9:30 a.m. until the time of services Saturday in the funeral home. Private online condolences may be left for her family at www.FiocchiFuneralHomes.com
Gail was born on December 21, 1950, in Mendota, to Elmer and Dorothy Marie (Dilday) Jeanguenat. She married Francis Kellerman on August 16, 1993 in Princeton. She had worked as an in home caretaker for many years.
She is survived by: her daughters, Tori (Steve) Burdon of Carmel, Indiana, Renee (Jamie) Miles of Penfield, Dani Galassi of Cherry, Lynn (Chad) Vaini of Ladd, and Barb (Mike) Biccochi of Ladd; 2 step-daughters, Betty Kellerman of Cherry, and Mary Clapham of Missouri; many grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews; and 2 siblings, Janis Doty of Ohio, Illinois, and William (Elle) Jeanguenat of Peru.
She was preceded in death by: her parents; her husband, Francis in 2009; a sister, Teresa; and a son-in-law, Marc.
Seng Yoon Saepharn It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Seng Yoon Saepharn who passed away on February 25th, 2024 in Aperion care Princeton, Illinois. He was 59 years old.
He was born in Laos to Foukuang and Naitong (Saechao) Saepharn. He had spent most of his life in Depue, Il. Venturing out to California for a bit working as a chef but eventually coming back home. He was known to always have his own set of wheels.
Seng is survived by his mother, Naitong Saepharn; his sisters; Mey (Vicente) Acosta, Muang (Brandon) Plattner, Lai (Ryan) Mckinney; several nieces and nephews; and his good friend Richard Maycroft. He was preceded in death by his father and brother.
Services will be held 11 a.m., Monday, March 4, in The Chapel of The Fiocchi-Jensen Funeral Home, Princeton, with Rev. Laura Tanner of The New Hope Church of The Nazarene, officiating. Interment will follow in the DePue Village Cemetery. His family will receive friends from 10 a.m. until the time of the service Monday in the funeral home. Private online condolences may be directed to his family at www.FiocchiFuneralHomes.com
Joyce Mitchell
Mary Joyce Mitchell, 86, of Arlington, passed away on Sunday, February 25, 2024, in Allure of Peru.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 11 a.m. Friday, March 1, in The Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Cherry, with Fr. Gregory Jarzombek officiating. Interment will follow in Peru City Cemetery. Her family will receive friends from 9 a.m. until the time of services Friday in the church. Arrangements are through the Fiocchi Funeral Home, Cherry. Private online condolences may be left for her family at www.FiocchiFuneralHomes.com
Joyce was born on April 11, 1937, in LaSalle to Ralph and Agnes (Trompeter) Houski. She was a graduate of LaMoille High School. She married Darryl Mitchell on November 25, 1961 in The Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Cherry. She had worked for Elliott Lumber in LaSalle and as a homemaker.
She was a member of The Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Cherry, The Tri City Saddle Club, and a 4-H leader.
She is survived by: Her children, Diane (Gregg) Maggio of Dalzell, and Craig (Claire) Mitchell of Spring Valley; 4 grandchildren, Eric (Olivia) Maggio, Brittany (Jeff) Allen, Brad (Kelsey) Mitchell, and Aaron (Tristan Chapman) Mitchell; 6 great grandchildren, Owen, Grady, Zeke, Josie, Brayden, and Marlee; her brother-in-law, Gene Merkel of Arlington; and many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by: her parents; her husband, Darryl on July 16, 2013; and her sister-in-law, Lois Merkel.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be directed to the Hall Township Food Pantry.
Anita C. Leonard was born on March 8, 1939 and passed away on February 23rd, 2024.
Anita passed away peacefully of natural causes at the age of 84.
She graduated from ISU with a BA in English and Physical Education.
She went on to teach all over Central Illinois.
She is survived by her four children, Carmen Rod, Jonnie-Kaye Pryor, Stewart Wilson, and Anthony Catalanello.
As well as her sister Kay Elmore and Bill Hollaway. Her mother, Berniece Nord and brother, Andy Nord have passed away years ago.
Her grandchildren are Lance Rod, Courtney Hudson, Whitney Cooper and Alex Migit and Adelaide Catalanello. Her great grandchildren are Chase Rod, Mason Rod, Autumn Hudson and Clifton Hudson.
Anthony (her son) stated that Mom was so very proud of her kids and loved them with everything she had. She enjoyed talking about Jesus and everyone knew she was passionate about her faith! Her favorite quote was “It’s a great life when you keep your eyes on Jesus!”
Stewart (her son) stated he liked her being strong and marching to the beat of her own drum. Her raising four children and teaching them to have a good moral compass. Along with her belief of treating people with dignity and kindness.
Carmen (her daughter) stated that she was such a classy lady when I was growing up and I appreciated her being a strong woman of faith.
Jonnie-Kaye (her daughter) stated that the best thing Mom ever gave me was to tell me about Jesus Christ and how much He loved me and died on the cross for me!
A graveside service will be held at Oakland Cemetery in Princeton on Saturday, March 2nd at 11am. Located near the far back side of the cemetery. Arrangements are through the Fiocchi-Jensen Funeral Home, Princeton. Private online condolences may be left for her family at www.FiocchiFuneralHomes.com.
Merle Lowell Purvis, 100, of Princeton, passed away peacefully on Monday, February 19, 2024, at Henry Rehab & Nursing.
Merle led a long and full life, recently celebrating his 100th birthday. He was born on February 5, 1923, in New Bedford to Samuel and Jurendy (Underwood) Purvis. Merle developed knowledge of the land and a love for the outdoors while growing up rurally around Wyanet through the Great Depression. He married his sweetheart Beverley Darlene Etheridge on Dec 8, 1942, and after being turned away to serve in the war for medical reasons, he focused on family life. Merle and Beverley had five children and were married for nearly 66 years before Beverley’s passing on October 9, 2008.
Merle began his work life as a supervisor for the Bureau of Entomology, then worked at Jostens for 35 years, where he was known not only for his strong work ethic but also his sense of humor. He had many hobbies, including motorcycling, camping, and travel, following his admiration of beautiful landscapes to nearly every state in the country; hunting, archery, and guns; country music and playing the harmonica; and passions as a ham radio operator and woodworker that turned into successful side businesses of TV/radio repair and craft/clock making.
Merle is survived by one son, Kent (Geri) Purvis of Princeton, and one daughter, Paula Bucaro of Princeton; 9 grandchildren; and many great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, six sisters, two brothers, his wife Beverley, his daughter Rosemary Talkington, and his sons Larry Purvis and Mark Purvis. Merle’s family misses him dearly and is proud of the Purvis heart and sense of humor that will endure always.
A private service will be held on Friday, February 23 at Elm Lawn Memorial Park of Princeton; a Celebration of Life will be held on May 11 for friends and family. Arrangements are through Fiocchi-Jensen Funeral Home. Private condolences may be left for his family at FiocchiFuneralHome.com
Marvin G. Dabler, 97, of Princeton, passed away on Sunday, February 18, 2024, in Aperion Care Center, Princeton.
Services will be held at 11 a.m., Friday, February 23, in The Chapel of The Fiocchi-Jensen Funeral Home, Princeton, with Rev. Bob Edwards of the Manlius Baptist Church officiating. Interment will follow in the Elm Lawn Memorial Park, Princeton. His family will receive friends from 10 a.m. until the time of services Friday at the funeral home. Private online condolences may be left for his family at www.FiocchiFuneralHomes.com.
Marvin was born on November 25, 1926 in rural Manlius to Clifford and Hazel (VanDeusen) Dabler. He served in the United States Army in Germany. He married Bonnie Martin in 1960 in the Manlius Baptist Church. He worked as a Standard Oil bulk agent in Wyanet. He was a member of the Manlius Baptist Church.
He is survived by: his children, Christine (Greg) Gonda of Champaign, Teresa (Alan) Carlson of Princeton, and Kevin (Kirsty) Vickery of Draper, Utah; 5 grandchildren, Andy Carlson, Marissa Claxon, Michael Gonda, Jena Vickery, and Josh Vickery; 8 great grandchildren, Emma, Eliana, Elyssa and Gabriel Carlson, Griffin and Harper Claxon, and Paxton and Rykker Vickery.
He was preceded in death by: his parents; his wife, Bonnie; and 2 siblings, Verle Dabler and Cheryl Dabler Montgomery.
Memorials may be directed to the donor’s choice.
Fou Orn Saechao, 80, of Depue, passed away on Wednesday, February 7, 2024, in Aperion Care Center, Princeton.
Services will be held at Noon, Monday, February 12, in The Chapel of The Fiocchi-Jensen Funeral Home, Princeton, with Rollie Copland of Bethel Baptist Church, Princeton, officiating. Interment will follow in the DePue. His family will receive friends from 10 a.m. until the time of services Monday at the funeral home. Private online condolences may be left for his family at www.FiocchiFuneralHomes.com.
Fou Orn was born on October 28, 1944 in Laos to Chiem Wang and Kae Cho Saechao. He had served in the Laotian Army. He had worked for the Monterey Mushroom Plant. He married Nai Yoon Saechao.
He is survived by: his children, Muang Orn Saechao of DePue, Yien Orn Saechao of Oakland, California, and Chio Orn Saechao of Seattle Washington; many grandchildren and great grandchildren; and his sister, Yien Wang Saelee of Sacramento, California.
He was preceded in death by: his parents; and his wife, Nai Yoon.
Edwin “Ed” David Magnuson, 94, of Putam, passed away on Monday, February 5, 2024 at Henry Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, with family by his side.
Services will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, February 10, in The Chapel of The Fiocchi-Jensen Funeral Home, Princeton, with Rev. Terry Broady officiating. Interment will follow in the Putnam Cemetery with Military Honors. His family will receive friends from 9 a.m. until the time of services Saturday at the funeral home. Private online condolences may be left for his family at www.FiocchiFuneralHomes.com.
Ed was born on May 22, 1929 in Henry to Arvid and Anna (Lundeen) Magnuson. He married Barbara Wright on October 15, 1950 in Putnam.
Ed graduated from Senachwine High School and worked on a pipeline, Putnam Grain, and the cotton mill in Sparland before enlisting in the Army in 1948. He served in Berlin during the Air Lift and then in Tokyo during the Korean War.
Ed farmed in Bureau County for 39 years near Tiskilwa and Cherry. He served as an elder in the Putnam and Princeton Christian Churches, as well as taught Sunday School at Tiskilwa and LaMoille Methodist Churches. Ed served on the Bureau County Farm Bureau Board as a director, treasurer, and secretary. He also served as Justice of the Peace on the Wheatland Township Board. Besides serving on many church boards and the LaMoille School Board, he worked for Bureau Service Company for two years after retiring from farming.
He loved to travel and visited Sweden many times, as well as Norway, Germany and Switzerland. He also enjoyed being a snow bird in Florida for many years after retirement. At age 85 he took the controls of a P-51 for 15-20 minutes and even did a figure 8!! In his free time he enjoyed his hobbies, which included, woodworking, flying, golf and bowling.
He is survived by: his sons, Larry (Janice) Magnuson of Tiskilwa, John Magnuson of Sand Springs, Oklahoma, and Paul (Deb) Magnuson of Rock Island; 4 grandchildren; and 5 great grandchildren; 1 sister, Bonnie Koehler of California.
He was preceded in death by: his parents; his wife, Barbara of 49+ years; and infant son, Sammy; 2 brothers; and 1 sister.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Princeton Christian Church, Putnam Christian Church, or The Wounded Warrior Project.
Nancy Ann Bickett, 80, of Princeton, passed away on Thursday, January 25, 2024, in her home, with her family by her side.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 11 a.m. Friday, February 2, 2024, in the St. Louis Catholic Church, Princeton, with Msgr. James Kruse officiating. Private interment will be held in Maytown. Her family will receive friends from 4 until 6 p.m. Thursday in The Chapel of The Fiocchi-Jensen Funeral Home, Princeton, with a rosary recited at 6 p.m. Private online condolences may be left for her family at www.FiocchiFuneralHomes.com
Nancy was born on August 6, 1943, in Amboy, to John Lester and Lorraine G. (Lathrope) Bulfer. She married Michael James Bickett on December 2, 1961, in St. Patrick Church, Maytown. She was the former Outreach Director at the Bureau County Senior Citizens Association.
She was a member of St. Louis Catholic Church, Princeton, and a member of the St. Patrick Church, Arlington, Altar and Rosary Society and taught CCD for elementary school children. She served on the Bureau County Senior Center Board. She was founder of the Outreach and Transportation programs in the 1980's.
She is survived by: her children, Elizabeth (Floyd) Robison of Morgantown, Indiana, Brenda Bickett of Glen Ellyn, and Kent Bickett of Princeton; 7 grandchildren; and 4 great grandchildren.
She was preceded by: her parents; her husband, Mike, in 2019; and 2 sons in infancy, Dennis, 1965, and Douglas, 1967
Memorials may be directed to Rush University Medical Center Pancreatic Cancer Research where she is a participant in the Rush University Medical Center Pancreatic Cancer Research
Wava Laverne Phipps, 74, of Broadview, passed away on Wednesday, January 10, 2024, in her home.
Services will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, January 20, in The Chapel of The Fiocchi Funeral Home, Cherry, with Rev. Karen Karczewski of The Cherry United Church of Christ officiating. Interment will follow in Miners Memorial Cemetery, Cherry. Her family will receive friends from 10 a.m. until the time of services Saturday at the funeral home. Private online condolences may be left for her family at www.FiocchiFuneralHomes.com.
Wava was born on August 30, 1949, in Spring Valley, to Lester and Rena (Main) Stewart. She was a homemaker. She loved spending time with her family and friends, she also loved cooking, baking, reading, music and sharing wonderful memories.
She is survived by: her husband, Lemuel Phipps; her children, Arland Stratton, April (Paul) Danielweski, Tammy (John) Streckert, Kim Phipps, Kendra Phipps, and Bryan (Sue) Phipps; her grandchildren, Jelani Rowland, Joshua Streckert, Jada Watts, Nathen Stratton, Darrell Jaylen Watts, Trey Phipps, Renea Stratton, Lynsey Danielewski, Jacob Stratton, Audrey Danielewski, Holleigh Stratton, and Savannah Phipps; great grand daughter, Lacey Streckert; nephews, Jeff Stewart, Phillip (Kelly) Stewart, and Kevin Stewart; niece, Melissa Schweickert; and many grand nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by: her parents; her brother, Arland David Stewart; and her son, Randall Stratton.
Memorials may be directed to the Phipps Family
GLEN ARTHUR KILLEN
Glen Arthur Killen, 91, formerly of Malden, passed away on Saturday, January 6, 2024, in the Illinois Veterans Home, LaSalle, with his family by his side.
Memorial services will be held 11 a.m. Friday in The Chapel of The Fiocchi-Jensen Funeral Home, Princeton, with Rev. Dan Smith officiating and military honors. Interment will be at a later date. His family will receive friends from 9 a.m. until the time of services Friday at the funeral home. Private online condolences may be left for his family at www.FiocchiFuneralHomes.com.
Glen was born on February 26, 1932 in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, to Marshall and Myrtle (Shiltz) Killen. He married Joyce Christiansen on July 11, 1970 in Amboy. He served in the United States Navy from 1949 – 1953 during the Korean War. He served in law enforcement for many years having retired from Henry in 1993.
He was a member of the Lutheran Church, President of The Illinois Association of Chiefs of Police, and a member of The Henry American Legion Post 323.
He is survived by: his children, Vicki (Dan) Smith of Varna, Debbie (Ross) Taylor of Spring Valley, Steve Killen of Casa Grande, Arizona, Terry Guzman of Columbus, Nebraska, Cindy (Clois) Henderson of Clinton, Kentucky, Glen (Val) Killen of Casa Grande, Arizona, and Mike ( Kristi) Killen of Edelstein; multiple grandchildren, great grandchildren, and great great grandchildren; and his sister, Shirley Wight of Rockford.
He was preceded in death by: his parents; his wife, Joyce; 2 children, Charlene Thompson, and Sheryl Marsett; 2 grandchildren; and 2 brothers, Wally, and Lavern.
Memorials may be directed to the Illinois Veterans Home, LaSalle.
BARBARA JANE PERRY
Barbara Jane Perry, 76, of Tiskilwa, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, January 3, 2024, in her home.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday in St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Tiskilwa, with Fr. Kevin Creegan and Deacon John Murphy officiating. Interment will be at a later date in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Tiskilwa. Her family will receive friends from 4 until 6 p.m. Monday evening in The Chapel of The Fiocchi-Jensen Funeral Home, Princeton. Private online condolences may be left for her family at www.FiocchiFuneralHomes.com.
Barbara was born on October 23, 1947 in Amboy to Donald and Dorothy (Oester) Friel. She married Jay Perry on July 16, 1966 in St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Tiskilwa. She was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Tiskilwa.
She is survived by: her husband, Jay Perry of Tiskilwa; her children, Mark Perry of Tiskilwa, Amber (David) Svoboda of Naperville, and Christina (Joey) Gutierrez of Littleton, Colorado; 7 grandchildren, Dylan, Derek, and Emily Perry, Bella and Ava Svoboda, and Lakeryn and Eastyn Gutierrez; 2 great grandchildren, Everlee, and Addy Perry; and siblings, Elizabeth Potts of Dixon, Margarite Kuchenbecker of Kentucky, Rose Woodyatt of Fulton, Don (Sandra) Friel of Tiskilwa, Jerry Friel of Tiskilwa, Regina Kunde of Dixon, Robert (Susan) Friel of Tiskilwa, David Friel of Tiskilwa, and Steve (Deb Kirley) Friel of Princeton.
She was preceded in death by: her parents; 4 brothers; and 3 sisters.
Memorials may be directed to the Tiskilwa Library.
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