age 63 of Galesburg, Ill. died Tuesday December 2, 2014 at OSF St. Mary Medical Center at 9:55 PM.
She was born June 24, 1951 in St. Augustine, Ill. the daughter of Lawrence and Ethel Dalton Smith.
Kathy is survived by one daughter Brandy Bibbs and her husband John Brooks of Galesburg, Ill., and two half-sisters Verla Smith and Laveta Schoonover both of Galesburg, Ill., two grandchildren Dakota Bibbs and Emma Brooks both of Galesburg, Ill.
She graduated from Galesburg High School in 1969. She was the head of housekeeping at Seminary Estates for sixteen years before retiring in 2006. She was a member of Community of Christ Church and loved art work and music.
Funeral services will be 12 noon Saturday December 6, 2014 at Hinchliff-Pearson-West Chapel Galesburg with Elder Marilyn Rice officiating. Visitation will be one hour prior to the services. Burial will be in East Linwood Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the family in which will be given to a charity of their choice.

View Full Notice → Ms. Kathy L. Bibbs, Galesburg Chapel

96, formerly of Galesburg, Illinois, peacefully left this world on her own terms on Friday, December 5, 2014, in the comfort of her family at Northwoods Care Centre in Belvidere, Illinois.
Cordie was born on July 2, 1918, in Coryell, Texas to Walter and Hilda Highsmith Collier. She graduated from Sidney High School in Comanche, Texas. In 1945, she married Francis St. George in Waco, Texas. They returned to Illinois to farm and start a family. That dream was cut short by his death in 1949.
She is survived by her daughter, Katherine (Jerry) Trickett of Marengo, Illinois and her granddaughters, Sarah (Kurt) Trickett-Stuart of El Camino Village, California and Jennifer (Chris Ligocki) Trickett of Marengo. She was preceded in death by her parents, Walter and Hilda Collier; her sisters, Ellen (Edwald) Kuehn and Ida (Arnold) Kuehn; and her husband, Francis.
Cordie loved cooking, was an accomplished seamstress, and had a “green thumb.” She was often spotted out in her garden for extended periods of time. She was a wonderful, devoted mother always working her employment schedule around her daughter’s needs, giving her the attention and time needed.
She was an active member of Central Congregational Church, the Women’s Association, a 50 year member of the choir, an active donator and later volunteer of the Red Cross. She sang in the Galesburg Community Chorus for many years.
Memorial services will be held at 11 AM Monday December 22, 2014 at the Central Congregational Church with the Rev. Jim Ecklund officiating. Burial will be at Linwood Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Central Congregational Church, the M.O.R.E. of Marengo, Illinois, or to Alzheimer’s Research Foundation.

View Full Notice → Mrs. Grace Cordelia ”Cordie” St. George, Galesburg Chapel

89,  of East Galesburg, Illinois died at 3:25 pm Tuesday, December 9, 2014 at his home.

He was born September 9, 1925 in Waterloo, Iowa the son of Floyd C. and Alma B. Smith Ragsdale, He married Ruth E. Bolnow in Peoria, Illinois on October 8, 1949. She preceded him in death on December 4, 2007.

He is survived by his sister, Frances Sam in Plymouth, Indiana and several nieces and nephews.

Floyd is preceded in death by his parents, his wife, one brother and one sister.

Floyd served in the US Army during WWII from 1943-1946 as Cpl. He received the Bronze Star, Purple Heart and three campaign stars.

Floyd was a watch maker from 1949-1954. He was the general manager of Midwest Photo Service for 26 years. He was part owner and Vice President of Trilutions Computer Internet Center. He graduated from high school in Michigan City, Indiana in 1943 and Bradley Poly Technical Institute. Floyd was a member of Faith Lutheran Church in Wataga. He was a charter member of the Genealogical Society, a member of the Sons of the American Revolution and a member of the Veterans of the Battle of the Bulge.

Funeral services will be at 10:30 am Monday, December 15, 2014 at the Faith Lutheran Church, Wataga, Illinois with Rev. Robert Franek officiating. Visitation will be from 9:30-10:30 am at the Church. Military honors will be held at the Church following services. Burial will be in Manlius Cemetery, Manlius, Illinois. Memorials may be made to the Faith Lutheran Church. Online condolences may be made at http://www.h-p-w.com.

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This was an article written in 2012 about Floyd’s trip to the battle site during the 1944 Battle of the Bulge

View Full Notice → Mr. Floyd D. Ragsdale, Galesburg Chapel

81, of Abingdon, Illinois died 12:15 p.m. Wednesday, December 10, 2014 at OSF St. Mary Medical Center, Galesburg.
He was born October 24, 1933 in DeLong, Ill. to Austin and Lucille Shinn Sluyter. He married Sarah Strode August 3, 1952 in Abingdon. She Survives.
Also surviving are three daughters, Rhonda (and Don) Tucker of Knoxville, Ill., Tammy (and Michael) Phillips of Wataga, Ill. and Michelle Bent of Galesburg, a half-brother, Harold (and Chris) Shumaker of DeLong, a sister Betty (and Gary) Courter of Abingdon one grandson, Justin Tucker, two granddaughters, Heidi (and Chris) Bent Renner and Annabella Rose Kirk and two great-grandchildren Christopher Renner, Jr. and James Renner. He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister Shirley Pitman.
Harold first worked for the former Blue Bell Factory in Abindgon. He later worked for Gale Products Division of Outboard Marine Corp. in Galesburg as an electrician for over 20 years. He was the owner of Sluyter’s TV Sales and Service in Abingdon. He also worked for School District 217, Abingdon in maintenance and retired in 1992. Harold was a member of the Gold Wing Club and I.B.E.W. He also volunteered for the Abingdon Police Auxiliary and EMT.
Funeral service will be 10:00 a.m. Monday, December 15, 2014 at Hinchliff-Pearson-West Abingdon Chapel. Rev. Russ Witkowski will officiate. Visitation will be 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. Sunday, December 14, 2014 at the chapel. Burial will be in Abingdon Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Guardian Angels or to the family. Online condolences may be made at www.h-p-w.com.

View Full Notice → Mr. Harold R. Sluyter, Abingdon Chapel

76, of Galesburg, Illinois went to meet her Lord at 4:15 PM Wednesday, December 10, 2014 at the Rosewood Care Center.

She was born November 11, 1938 in Macomb, Illinois to William Ansel and Margaret Wyona Phillips Greeling.  She married William S. Patterson in 1960 and they divorced in 1971.

She is survived by two daughters, LeeAnn (and Jim) Johnson of Galesburg and Denise (and Jon) Hubbert of Altoona, Iowa; two sons, Donald William Patterson and Scott Alan Patterson, both of Lake Warren, Monmouth, Illinois; two grandchildren, Ryan (and Emily) Hubbert of Indianapolis, Indiana and Amy E Hubbert of Altoona, Iowa; two step-grandchildren, Bryan Johnson and Amber Johnson; one step-greatgrandson, Kevin Turner; one sister, Dorothy (and Dean) James of Alexis, Illinois; one brother, Stanley Ray Greeling of Galesburg; several nieces, nephews and cousins; and a special friend, K. Phillip Sullivan of Galesburg.

She was a graduate of Rushville (IL) High School, Carl Sandburg College in Galesburg and Western Illinois University in Macomb and Brown’s Business College in Galesburg.

She worked in the accounting department at Gale Products for 12 years before becoming a nurse.  As a nurse she worked at Bridgeway, Cancer Centers of America, several hospitals and nursing homes.  She also substitute taught for CUSD #205, 217, 202, 238 and 208.

She achieved several awards through the years; Outstanding Young Women of American in 1968, Who’s Who American Junior College in 1978, Beta Sigma Phi Women of the Year in 1968.

She was a Literacy Volunteer, Girl Scout Leader, PTA President, Sunday School Teacher, Women’s Mission President, Red Cross CPR and first aid instructor, Home Alone for Kids, Mother and Friends of Development Disabilities.

She was always baking and cooking for everyone.  She loved cooking and reading.

She was a member of the First Church of the Open Bible.

Memorial services will by 11:00 AM Saturday, December 13, 2014 at the First Church of the Open Bible with Rev. Mark Dexter officiating.  Visitation will be from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Church.  Burial will be in the Rushville (IL) Cemetery at a later date.  Memorials may be made to First Church of the Open Bible.  Online condolences may be left at www.h-p-w.com.

View Full Notice → Mrs. Phyllis LeAnne Greeling, Galesburg Chapel

90, of Knoxville, Illinois formerly of Wataga, Illinois died at 11:10 am Friday, December 12, 2014 in Knox County Nursing Home, Knoxville.
She was born January 23, 1924 in Galesburg the daughter of Samuel Sterritt and Emma Etta Davis Bogard. She married James Lowell Swanson in Kahoka, Missiouri in 1942. He preceded her in death on August 20, 1971. She later married James Harriman. He also preceded her in death.
She is survived by her son, James (Caren) Swanson of Wataga; her daughter, Luan (Russ) Gustafson of Wataga; four grandchildren Jamie (Jeff) Maher, Staci (Troy) Simpson both of Wataga, Cory Ward of Galesburg, and Jim Haptonstall of Davenport, Ia., one step grandson Wes (Sarah) Jacobson of Kewanee, Ill., and seven great grandchildren Jaci, Jordan, Hunter, Josh, Chezni, Charley, and Keegan.. She is preceded in death by her parents, her husbands, three brothers and five sisters.
Louise was a homemaker. She graduated from Galesburg High School in 1941. She was a member of the Wataga Congregational Church. She was a member of the American Legion Ladies Auxiliary. She enjoyed traveling,playing bingo and playing cards and spending time with her family.
Funeral services are scheduled for 1:30 pm Tuesday December 16, 2014 at Hinchliff-Pearson-West Galesburg Chapel. Rev. James Ecklund will officiate. Visitation will be one hour prior the the service at the chapel. Burial will be in Wataga Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the OSF Hospice or the Wataga Senior Center. Online condolences may be made at www.h-p-w.com.

View Full Notice → Mrs. Louise H. Harriman, Galesburg Chapel

age 62 of Bushnell and formerly of Galesburg, died at 4:03 p.m. Friday, December 12, 2014 at her home.

She was born on September 16, 1952 in Galesburg, the daughter of Charles Lester and Marion Rojean Calhoun Forshee.  She married Carl R. Perabeau on December 5, 1970 in Galesburg.

May is survived by her loving husband Carl; three sons, Ricky Eugene (Dana) Perabeau of Clarksville, Tennessee, Charles Leslie (Gayle) Perabeau of Bourbonnais and Casey Lee Perabeau of Galesburg; two daughters, Lisa Sue Perabeau of Galesburg and Jennifer Lynn (Eric Crawford) Hallesy of Jacksonville; 14 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren; one brother, Lester Eldon (Karen) Forshee of Galesburg; two sisters, Donna (Bob) Bicknell of Galesburg and Diana Kincaid of Bushnell; and several nieces and nephews and their families.

She was preceded in death by her parents, one brother George and two sisters, Sandra and Connie.

She worked as a waitress for many years and was a homemaker.  She had lived in Germany and Ft. Campbell, Kentucky while her husband was in the military prior to living in Galesburg and Bushnell.  She was a member of the Smithfield Church of the Nazarene.

Funeral service will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday, December 17, 2014 at the Hinchliff-Pearson-West Abingdon Chapel.  Rev. Dean R. Potts and Rev. Doug Sopher will officiate.  Burial will be in the Abingdon Cemetery.  Visitation will be from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday at the chapel.

Memorials may be made to OSF Hospice.  Online condolences may be made at www.h-p-w.com.

View Full Notice → Mrs. Eloise May (Forshee) Perabeau, Abingdon Chapel

96, of Galesburg, Illinois died at 3:52 AM Friday, December 12, 2014 in the Marigold Heath Care Center, Galesburg.

She was born on September 23, 1918 in Smithshire, Illinois to Charles A. and Josephine Williamson Baxter.  She married William L. Thomas in Kahoka, Missouri on September 29, 1938.  He preceded her in death on June 26, 1982.

Bertha is survived by a brother, John M. (and Jean) Baxter of Kirkwood, Illinois; a sister Lois J. Major of Yuma, Arizona; five grandchildren; several great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren.  She was preceded in death by four sons, four brothers and two  sisters.

She was a member of the Good News Baptist Church.  She volunteered at the American Red Cross Chapter in Galesburg.

Funeral services will be 10:00 AM Tuesday, December, 16, 2014 at Hinchliff-Pearson-West Galesburg Chapel with Rev. Rick Shriber officiating.  There will be no visitation.   Graveside services will be 1:30 PM Tuesday in the Chillicothe (IL) City Cemetery.  Memorials may be made to the Good News Baptist Chuch or the American Red Cross.  Online condolences may be left at www.h-p-w.com.

View Full Notice → Mrs. Bertha A. Thomas, Galesburg Chapel

78, of Galesburg, died at 2:19 a.m. Saturday, December 13, 2014 at home.
She was born April 23, 1936 in Galesburg the daughter of Phil R. and Mary L. Griffith.
She is survived by nieces, nephews, great nieces, and great nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents and a sister, Phyllis Bickerstaff.
Mary Ann was a teacher for Galesburg School District 205 for over 30 years. She taught at Hitchcock and Lincoln schools and retired in 1994. She graduated from Galesburg High School and Western Illinois University. Mary Ann was a member of Covenant Church.
Funeral will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, December 20, 2014 at Hinchliff-Pearson-West Galesburg Chapel. Rev. Thomas Ek will officiate. Visitation will be 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Saturday at the chapel. Burial will be in Knoxville Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Covenant Church. Online condolences may be made at www.h-p-w.com.

View Full Notice → Miss Mary Ann Griffith, Galesburg Chapel

64, of Galesburg, died at 9:13 a.m. Friday, December 12, 2014 at Galesburg Cottage Hospital.
She was born April 21, 1950 in Galesburg, the daughter of Carl O. and Caroline C. (Hites) Hamilton. She married Randall G. Hambleton on June 17, 1999 in Galesburg.
She is survived by her husband, Randy; a son, Thomas Rogers of Galesburg; a sister, Virginia (and Larry) Piper of O’Fallon, Illinois; and many extended family members. She was preceded in death by her parents.
Marilyn worked at Rogers Brothers for over 30 years. She then worked as a CNA at Hawthorne Inn for five years before retiring due to her illness. She graduated from Galesburg High School in 1968 and attended Carl Sandburg College. Marilyn was a member of First United Methodist Church. She and Randy enjoyed golfing at Bunker Links.
Cremation will be accorded. Visitation will be 11 a.m. to noon Thursday, December 18, 2014 at Hinchliff-Pearson-West Galesburg Chapel. Graveside services will follow at Oak Lawn Memorial Gardens. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society. Online condolences may be made at www.h-p-w.com.

View Full Notice → Mrs. Marilyn J. Hambleton, Galesburg Chapel

89, of Galesburg, died at 8:57 a.m. Sunday, December 14, 2014 at home.
Funeral will be 11:30 a.m. Friday, December 19, 2014 at Hinchliff-Pearson-West Galesburg Chapel. Rev. Daniel Siems will officiate. Visitation will be 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday at the chapel. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Galesburg Rescue Mission. Online condolences may be made at www.h-p-w.com.

View Full Notice → Mrs. Vera Lorraine Robbins, Galesburg Chapel

88, of Galesburg, died at 8:05 a.m. Sunday, December 14, 2014 in Heartland Health Care Center.
She was born May 18, 1926 in Galesburg the daughter of Archie and Lela Mary (Myers) Guenther. She married George Dale Simmons on June 30, 1951 at Corpus Christi Catholic Church. He preceded her in death October 28, 2003.
She is survived by a daughter, Lorie L. Simmons of Galesburg; two granddaughters, Nicole L. Simmons and Melissa R. Simmons, both of Galesburg; and four great grandchildren, Jaden M. Simmons, Mariono J. Hodge, Eliott C. Simmons, and Harlyn J. Stone. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents.
Mary Louise graduated from St. Joseph Academy in 1943 and from Knox College with the class of 1948. She was a member of Beta Sigma Phi and the Knox College 50 year club. Mary Louise worked in the purchasing department of OMC Gale Products for 20 years. She was a member of V.F.W. Post 2257 Ladies Auxiliary. She kept bingo records and worked bingo Saturdays at the V.F. W. for 25 years.
Graveside service will be 10 a.m. Friday, December 19, 2014 at St. Joseph Cemetery. Visitation will be 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday at Hinchliff-Pearson-West Galesburg Chapel. Memorials may be made to the family. Online condolences may be made at www.h-p-w.com. The family wishes to invite everyone to a luncheon at the V.F. W. Post 2257, 1001 Michigan Ave., immediately following the graveside service.

View Full Notice → Mrs. Mary Louise Simmons, Galesburg Chapel

87, of Wataga, Illinois died at 6:44 AM Tuesday, December 16, 2014 in OSF St. Francis Medical Center, Peoria, Illinois.

Services are to be arranged at Hinchliff-Pearson-West Galesburg Chapel.

View Full Notice → Mr. Glenn E. McNeil, Galesburg Chapel

95, of Knoxville, formerly of Galesburg, died at 1:05 a.m. Sunday, December 14, 2014 in the Knox County Nursing Home.
She was born April 23, 1919 in Galesburg the daughter of Harry W. and Ione (Leitner) Rhodes. She married Lloyd L. Tucker on January 18, 1940 in Fort Madison, Iowa. He preceded her in death in 1984.
She is survived by two daughters, Carolyn (and husband Bill McLaughlin) Tucker of Savannah, Georgia and Joyce (and husband Bill) Allison of Galesburg; six grandchildren, Reed ( and wife Katie) Allison, Libby (and husband Rob) Derry, Andie (and Greg Leibach) Allision, Margit McLaughlin, Max McLaughlin, and Cammie McLaughlin; and three great grandchildren, Molly Allison, Tommy Allison, and Tucker Derry. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents, an infant daughter, an infant son, and a sister.
Louise was a homemaker. She graduated from Gilson High School in 1937. She had been a member of the Lioness Club and was a volunteer for Galesburg Cottage Hospital. Louise formerly was a Girl Scout leader and 4-H leader. She was a member of First Christian Church. Louise’s greatest enjoyment in life was spending time with her grandchildren.
Funeral service will be 2 p.m. Thursday, December 18, 2014 at Hinchliff-Pearson-West Galesburg Chapel. Rev. Greg Fitch will officiate. Visitation will be 1 to 2 p.m. Thursday at the chapel. Burial will be in Henderson Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Knox County Humane Society. Online condolences may be made at www.h-p-w.com.

View Full Notice → Mrs. Louise Tucker, Galesburg Chapel

74, of Galesburg, Illinois died at 9:13 p.m. Tuesday, December 16, 2014 in Galesburg Cottage Hospital.
Cremation has been accorded. Memorial services will be announced at a later date. Memorial contributions in Bonnie’s name may be made to the Knox College Library. Online condolences may be made at www.h-p-w.com.

View Full Notice → Mrs. Bonnie M. Niehus, Galesburg Chapel

64, of Galesburg, Ill. died Tuesday, December 16, 2014 at Methodist Medical Center, Peoria, Ill.
She was born October 27, 1950 in Canton, Ill. to Lyle and Florence Smith Ward. She married Donald C. Utsinger January 22, 1966 in Lancaster, Missouri. He preceded her in death September 6, 2006.
Surviving are four sons, Donald (and Teri) Utsinger Jr., Lyle (Lisa) Utsinger and Brian (and Becky) Utsinger, all of Galesburg and Larry A. Utsinger of Milan, Ill., 14 grandchildren and seven great grandchild.
Janet worked for Weatherized Windows for 17 years. She was raised in Canton and moved to Galesburg in 1987. She enjoyed bowiling.
Graveside service will be 2 p.m. Monday, December 22, 2014 at Oak Lawn Memorial Gardens, Galesburg. Rev. Darrell Grimm will officiate. Visitation will be 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Monday at Hinchliff-Pearson-West Galesburg Chapel. Memorials may be made to the family. Online condolences may be made at www.h-p-w.com.

View Full Notice → Mrs. Janet L. Utsinger, Galesburg Chapel

74 of Abingdon, died at 11:05 a.m. Sunday, December 14, 2014 at Galesburg Cottage Hospital.

He was born on August 16, 1940 in Abingdon, the son of Cleo R. and Vista K. Anderson Cox.

Bobby is survived by his loving family, his wife Verna; one daughter, Kimberly Erickson of Abingdon; three sons, Kevin Cox of Abingdon, Roger (Gina)VanWinkle of Galesburg and Clint Cox of Abingdon; 6 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren; two sisters, Judith Simpson of Abingdon and Janet Nelson of Galesburg; and several nieces and nephews and their families.

He was preceded in death by his parents and two sisters, Jeanetta Cox and Beverly Cox.

Bobby lived in the Abingdon area most of his life.  He attended Abingdon schools.  He served in the Army during the Vietnam War and was also stationed in Germany and Texas.  He worked as a police officer for the City of Abingdon and was a school bus driver.

He attended the Church of God of Prophecy in Abingdon.  He was a member of the Horeb Masonic Lodge #363 in Elmwood.  His hobbies included hunting, fishing, restoring John Deere tractors, and camping.  He was also a licensed private pilot.

Funeral service with military rites will be 10:00 a.m. Thursday, December 18, 2014 at the Hinchliff-Pearson-West Abingdon Chapel.  Rev. Jeremiah Barker will officiate.  Cremation will be accorded following the service.  Visitation will be from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Wednesday at the chapel with a masonic service at 7 p.m.

Memorials may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice.  Online condolences may be made at www.h-p-w.com.

View Full Notice → Mr. Bobby G. “Coondog” Cox, Abingdon Chapel

91, of Galesburg, Illinois died at 1:30 am Thursday, December 18, 2014 in Seminary Manor Nursing Home.

He was born October 2, 1923 in St. David, Illinois the son of Fabian and Pearl Bianco Karlovich. He married Mary E. Harris on March 12, 1966 in Galesburg. She survives.

Also surviving are his son, Michael (Cynthia) Karlovich of New Braunfels, Texas and two daughters, Roxanne (Daniel) Sutton of Wataga, Illinois and Janice (Kenneth) Foster of Brighton, Michigan; his daughter-in-law, Judy Jensen of Overland Park, Kansas and ten grandchildren, Adrienne, Alissa, Rachael, Sarah, Shane, Jacob, Sophia, Samuel, Sean and Megan and seven great grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his parents, his son, Gregory and a granddaughter, Emma.

Dominick served in the US Navy from 1943-1946 during WWII on the USS Tangier in the Pacific Theater.

He worked as a signalman for Burlington Northern Railroad for 39 years, retiring on June 13, 1986. He graduated from Corpus Christi High School in 1943. Dominick was a member of the Ralph M. Noble American Legion Post #285.  He also was a member of the Croation Fraternal Lodge #367 in Canton, Illinois for over 50 years. He was an avid baseball fan and had tried out for the St. Louis Cardinals in 1946.

Memorial Services are scheduled for 11 am Monday, December 22, 2014 at Hinchliff-Pearson-West Galesburg Chapel with military honors. Rev. Norman Mendell will officiate. Visitation will be 10-11 am at the chapel. Burial will be in Oak Lawn Memorial Gardens. Memorials may be made to the Galesburg Railroad Museum, the Gordon Behrents Senior Center or to Hospice Compassus. Online condolences may be made at www.h-p-w.com.

View Full Notice → Mr. Dominick J. Karlovich, Galesburg Chapel

82, of Galesburg died at 5:50 am Saturday, December 20, 2014 in Rosewood Care Center.

She was born March 23, 1932 in Osgood, Missouri the daughter of Lester Davis and Madelyn Lucille Brotherton Shore. She married Dale Sundberg in West Liberty, Iowa on September 2, 1951. He survives. Also surviving are her children, Rick (Lori) Sundberg and Kevin Sundberg both of Galesburg, Dan (Charmagne) Sundberg of Greenfield, Wisconsin and Vicky (Ed) Ray of Knoxville, Illinois; two brothers Kirk Shore of Muscatine, Iowa and Kerry Shore of Eden Prairie, Minnesota; ten grandchildren and eleven great grandchildren. Her parents and one son, Allen Dale Sundberg in 1955 who died as a baby, precede her in death.

Joan loved her children and was devoted to her family. Still to this day, friends of her children recall fond memories of growing up and teasing Joan and calling her by her given name of Meredith.  She gained enormous pleasure in watching her grandchildren and, in recent years, her great grandchildren grow and develop. Joan was a unique woman in so many ways and provided an outstanding example to her children on how to live a life filled with love, enthusiasm, and acceptance. Joan and Dale had a wide circle of friends and she will be dearly missed among their friends, as she was always the spark of the party. Joan was a small woman with a big personality. Ralph and Louise Mackie are very dear and special friends of Joan and Dale. The two couples raised their families together and still vacationed together until just a few years ago. Another special friend to Joan was her high school friend Jan McCarthy. Little did they know in high school, their special friendship was set to endure their entire lives.  Joan will be greatly missed by her family and friends but her influence and love will remain in their hearts forever. Joan worked for WA Jordan and Brown Specialty as a cost clerk for 18 years, retiring in 1983. She graduated from Galesburg High School in 1950 and attended nurses training following high school. She was a member of the First Christian Church. Funeral services are scheduled for 1:30 pm Tuesday, December 23, 2014 at Hinchliff-Pearson-West Galesburg Chapel. Rev. M.J. Fitch and Deacon Michael Crummer. Visitation will be Noon-1:30 pm at the chapel. Burial will be in Oak Lawn Memorial Gardens. Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Online condolences may be made at www.h-p-w.com.

View Full Notice → Mrs. M. Joan Sundberg, Galesburg Chapel

78, of Galesburg, was called home at 12:10 p.m. Sunday, December 21, 2014.
He was born April 12, 1936 in Williamsfield, Illinois the fourth child of Ellis R. and Mabel M. (Lewis) Chandlee. He married Patricia Louise Belt on January 2, 1955.
He is survived by his wife of nearly 60 years, Patricia; five children, Brenda (and Michael) Philbee, Kerry Chandlee, Robert (and Shelly) Chandlee, and Kimberly (and Ron) Sevigny, all of Galesburg and Lisa (and Derek) Meeks of Las Vegas; 18 grandchildren, Jason, Emily, Heather, and Whitney Philbee, Jesse and Logan Chandlee, Darcy Kaiser, Bryce, Brandon, Bradley, Sarah, and Landon Chandlee, Collin, Andrew, and Emma Sevigny, and Danielle, David, and Logan Meeks; 13 great grandchildren; one great-great grandchild; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents; a son, Brett Chandlee in 1981; and his siblings, Erma Mae Brooks, Roy Ellis Chandlee, Paul Edward Chandlee, and Carl Wayne Chandlee.
He graduated from Williamsfield High School in 1954. He worked for Brown Specialty for 10 years and for several vending companies for 12 years before moving to Arvada, Colorado, where he worked for Nichols Automotive. Upon returning to Galesburg, he worked for St. Mary’s Square and then in maintenance for Marigold Health Care Center for 15 years before retiring. He continued to work as a crossing guard at Nielsen School. He really enjoyed the children! He was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, where he held the office of High Priest.
Visitation will be 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, December 26, 2014 at Hinchliff-Pearson-West Galesburg Chapel. Additional visitation will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, December 27, 2014 at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints followed by a funeral service at 11 a.m. Bishop Bruce Polay will officiate. Burial will be in the Williamsfield Cemetery, his sister Erma Brooks will be laid to rest with him. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society or the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Online condolences may be made at www.h-p-w.com.

View Full Notice → Mr. Robert Sidney Chandlee, Galesburg Chapel