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Born: May 18, 1942 in Moline, IL Died: October 29, 2021 in Cordova, IL
JUDY SIMPSON
Judith A. “Judy” Simpson, 79, of Cordova, IL, died Friday, October 29, 2021 at her home in Cordova. Private Graveside Services were held Monday, November 1, 2021 in the Erie Cemetery. Memorials may be made to a humane society of donor’s choice. Gibson – Bode Funeral Home, Erie, conducted services. Judy was born May 18, 1942 in Moline, IL, the daughter of Robert and Lucille (Warren) Porter. She graduated from Hillsdale High School. Judy married Don Simpson on January 21, 1967, in Rock Island, IL. She worked
several years at the Canteen Vending Company. At the age of 51 she returned to school to follow her calling to become a nurse. Upon receiving her LPN she went to work at the former Fejervary Nursing Home in Davenport. She was passionate about her work as a nurse and continued in that role until her retirement in 2019. Judy loved her family and her dogs. She was a diehard Chicago Cubs fan and a Dan O’Donnell fan, often meeting with him after concerts. She is survived by her daughter, Michelle Blackmer, Erie; step children, Linda Black, Moline, Scott Simpson, Florida; grandchildren, Kelli (Stan) Laba, Naperville, IL, Kate (Jay) Capodice, Bloomington, IL, Brian (Denise) Simpson, Morrison, Jesse (Sarah) Simpson, Morrison, Justin Simpson, Nikki Simpson, Tarri Swanson (Ray Metz), Daniel (Nikkole) Swanson; 9 great grandchildren; and special friends, Ron and Colleen Willhite. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Don; son Brian Simpson; and sister, Doris Morgan. Share a memory or condolence at www.gibsonbodefh.com
DALE EDWIN WILDEMUTH
stown; one sister, Grace Loftus of Geneseo; one brother, Clarence (Bonnie) Wildemuth of Born: September 23, 1923 in Atkinson, IL Blue Grass, IA; two grandchildren, Matthew Died: October 24, 2021 in Sterling, IL (Alyson) Palmer of Englewood, CO, and Jill (Kevin) Henthorn of Downers Grove; and PROPHETSTOWN – Dale Edwin Wildemuth, two great grandchildren, James and Sarah Henthorn. 98, of Prophetstown Dale was preceded in death by his pardied on Sunday, Octoents; his wife, Jean; and one brother, Ivan ber 24, 2021 at Rock Wildemuth. River Hospice Home Visitation will be held at 10:00am on in Sterling. Dale was Thursday, October 28, 2021 at St. Catherine born on September of Sienna Catholic Church, 308 E 3rd St, 23, 1923 in Atkinson, IL, the son of Glen and Prophetstown. Celebration of the Mass of Grace (Egert) Wildemuth. He married Jean Christian Burial will follow at 11:00am with Anderson on August 30, 1947 in Geneseo, Reverend Antoni Krepowicz officiating. IL. She predeceased him on October 3, 2017. Dale was a member of St. Catherine of Sienna Burial will conclude at Riverside Cemetery in Catholic Church and Knights of Columbus. He Prophetstown. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made will be remembered by his family as having to St. Catherine of Sienna Catholic Church, or an adventurous spirit. Rock River Hospice and Home, 2706 Avenue Survivors include one daughter, Christine E, Sterling, IL 61081. (Frederick) Palmer of Downers Grove; one Online condolences may be made at www. son, Derek (Cyndee) Wildemuth of Prophetmcdonaldfuneralhomes.com
JAMES DEVER
Born: February 24, 1954 Died: October 30, 2021 Jim was born on February 24, 1954 in Clinton, IA, the son of James and Alice (Dyke) Dever. He was a caring husband, father, brother, friend and neighbor. Jim left this world suddenly on October 30, 2021. He attended Morrison schools. He married Mary Johnson on April 22, 1989 in Sterling. Jim began his working career at Northwestern Steel and Wire in Sterling and was a crane operator when it closed. For the past several years, he has been employed hauling grain
for Rock River Lumber and Grain. While he had a strong, meticulous work ethic, Jim was also fun loving. His pleasant personality was contagious to everyone. Jim absolutely adored the love of his life, Mary and enjoyed riding his Harley and traveling. Survivors include his wife, Mary; his daughter Lisa Dever (Patrick Manley) of Bloomington; his sisters: Tammy Workman of Clinton, IA, Peggy (Mike) VanKampen of Fulton and Penny Bickford of the Quad Cities; his brothers: Loren “Larry” (Theresa) Dever of Bay City, TX and Lon Dever of Dubuque, IA. He was preceded in death by his parents. At his request there will be no visitation or services. Cremation will occur. Private celebration of life will be scheduled at a later date. Arrangements entrusted to McDonald Funeral Home & Crematory
NEWS BRIEFS Holiday Remembrance Program is Nov. 14
The Bosma-Renkes Funeral Homes and Bosma-Gibson Funeral Home will host its Holiday Remembrance Program on Sunday, Nov. 14, from 2 to 3 p.m. at the Morrison Chapel. The Holiday Remembrance Program is a special service offered to commemorate loved ones during the holiday season. The holidays can be a particularly difficult time to cope with the loss of a loved one and the Holiday Remembrance Program provides a forum in which families can come together to express their grief, but also find peace. Families that have been served through the funeral homes, within the last year, will be presented with a small gift - a glass Guardian Angel ornament, personalized with the name and dates of their loved one. This ornament can be hung on a Christmas tree or otherwise displayed, in commemoration of their loved one, for years to come. For more information about the Holiday Remembrance Program or to RSVP to the event, please contact 815-7722322 or e-mail info@bosmarenkes.com.
Country Thyme Craft Show planned
Save the date for the annual Country Thyme Craft Show, which will be at the Antique Engine and Tractor Association showgrounds in rural Geneseo on Saturday, Nov. 13 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Sunday, Nov. 14 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Organizer June Cole said dozens of crafters have signed up for the indoor show and it’s a great way to stock up on Christmas gifts while supporting local crafters. Contact June at 309-781-2206 for more information or to sign up.
River Valley Library plans for shopping
River Valley District Library in Port Byron has booked a “Shopping in Chicago” bus trip for Friday, Dec. 3. The bus will depart at 8 a.m. and return by 9:30 p.m. The cost is $35 per person. To reserve a seat, contact Kathy Peschang at kathy@rivervalleylibrary.org.trip
Albany Food Pantry extends hours
Albany Food Pantry has announced extended operating hours in the evening, beginning November 8. The pantry will be open on Mondays from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. and from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. In addition to food, the pantry is now also able to offer clients limited emergency financial assistance. The only requirement to become a client of the food pantry is an Albany address. Clients may pick up groceries every other week and breadstuffs every week. For information, contact the Albany United Methodist Church at 309-8874781.
WHOA annual wreath sale fundraiser
Bring the fresh scent of Christmas into your home by purchasing a wreath from White Oaks Therapeutic Equestrian Center (WHOA) this season. Ordering is open Oct. 27 - Nov. 9, and pickup or delivery will be Nov. 22 - 24. The premium quality 24” fresh balsam wreaths are provided by Didier Greenhouses in Rockford, and come with a red bow. Cost is $30 per wreath, with payment due at order. Contact Tawny at 815535-6208 for ordering for more information.
LAURIE PESSMAN YBEMA A gathering is planned to commemorate the life of Laurie Pessman Ybema who died on Sept. 29th in Hopkins, MI. Her husband, Marty, daughters, Adrianna, Karrie, Jonalyn, Grace and Lizzie and families along with parents Arlyn & Jane Pessman, sisters Brenda & Al Schaver and Sally & Tom Byrnes want to greet friends and family in the town she grew up in to say thank you to those who supported them during her cancer fight. There will be an open house Sun. Nov. 14th from 1-3 p.m. at the Morrison Christian Reformed Church at 300 W. South St. Morrison IL. Please come and meet her family.
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