All Obituaries

Jerry Barth, 79, of Dixon, IL, passed peacefully in his home on November 7, 2023.           Jerry was a retired general contractor.  He enjoyed his days fishing and listening to 60’s Rock N Roll.  Jerry loved spending time with his little Shih Tzu, Milo.            Jerry was preceded in death by his brothers, Bill Barth and Rodney Angell and his sister, Brenda...

Marian E. Nealy, age 103, of Dixon, died Wednesday, November 1, 2023 at Heritage Square.           Marian was born April 15, 1920 in Lanark the daughter of William Henry and Achsa Mae (Paul) Kness.  She married Ellis Nealy on December 14, 1941 in Kahoka, MO.  He preceded her in death on January 14, 1998.  Marian was a beautician and co-owned Mademoiselle Beauty Shoppe for 41 years retiring in 1980.  She was a member of St....

James R. Lohse, age 74, of Dixon, died Wednesday, October 25, 2023 at Dixon Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center.           Jim was born February 25, 1949 in Princeton, IL, the son of Roy and Helen (Anderson) Lohse.  He was drafted into the US Army during the Vietnam War, where he was stationed in Germany.  He was also in the Military Reserves for four years and was a lifetime member of the VFW.  He was known to many people as...

Shirley M. Dunbar, age 84, of Rock Falls, died Friday, September 29, 2023 at KSB Hospital in Dixon.           Shirley was born June 1, 1939 in Dixon the daughter of John, Sr. and Gladys (Moser) Maronde.  She married Robert Dunbar on November 13, 1976 in Dixon.  He preceded her in death on November 6, 2014.           She is survived by eight children, James (Debra) Risley of Dixon, Paula...

Patricia A. Angleton, age 87, of Dixon, died Saturday, September 16, 2023 at Franklin Grove Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.           Patricia was born August 6, 1936 in Lanark the daughter of George and Ivy Smith.  She married Floyd Angleton in 1955.  He preceded her in death on November 21, 2011.  Patricia retired from the Jack Mabley Developmental Center in Dixon.  She loved her family, animals, and working in her flower...

Sandra L. Spaine, age 78, of Polo, passed away peacefully on Friday, September 1, 2023 at her home surrounded by close family.           Sandra was born October 5, 1944 in Dixon the daughter of John and Leona (Petrie) Babich.  She married David Spaine on June 4, 1963 in Mt. Morris.  He preceded her in death on February 21, 2023. Sandra worked many years in the catering industry before retiring in 2019.  Her favorite pastime was...

Dawn Somers ,beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother went home to be with Jesus on September 1st, 2023 in Aurora Illinois after a long illness. She was preceded in death by her parents, Rev. Erven E. Westerhold and Rev. Verna M. Westerhold. She is survived by her son David Roberston (Sue Clapp), Madison Wisc, and daughter Jacqueline Reuter (Micheal), Carol Stream IL. Grandchildren include; Joel Robertson (Peggy), Hartland Wisc, Micheal Reuter (Marilyn), Westfield IN, Andrew Reuter...

Edward L. Novak, Jr., age 73, of Dixon, died Monday, August 28, 2023 at Northwestern Memorial Hospital in Chicago.           Ed was born July 5, 1950 in Chicago the son of Edward L., Sr. and Josephine (Buerger) Novak.  He was employed as a Correctional Officer in Cook County and the Dixon Correctional Center.  Ed was a family-oriented person who referred to himself as everyone’s grandpa.  He was an avid drummer for 58 years...

James Warren Stark, age 73, of Dixon, IL, passed away on August 4, 2023 at Dixon Rehabilitation and Health Care Center. Jim was born May 22, 1950 in Aurora, Illinois, the eldest son and 3rd child of Warren and Elaine (Dieter) Stark. Following graduation from Glenbard East High School, Jim pursued his carpentry career at trade school. He married Carla Little on August 24, 1974, and they made their life together in Winfield, IL for 43 years before retiring to Dixon, IL. Jim was a Union...

Mary A. Moeller, age 86, of Dixon, died Tuesday, July 25, 2023 at KSB Hospital in Dixon.           Mary was born August 4, 1936 in Dixon the daughter of Berlin and Juanita Davis.  She married Alvin Moeller and was a homemaker.  She enjoyed water skiing and spending time at the cabin with family and friends.           She is survived by one son, Jody Moeller of Dixon; one brother, Terry...