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Kathy Huizenga, Darlene M. Weltzin, Kimberly S. Keller, LeeRoy Van Kampen, Sr
KIMBERLY S. KELLER
Born: October 8, 1978 in Clinton, IA Died: March 28, 2022 in Iowa City, IA
FULTON, ILLINOIS – Kimberly S. Keller, 43, of Fulton, IL, died Monday, March 28, 2022, at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, Iowa City, IA. Kimberly was born October 8, 1978, in Clinton, IA, the daughter of Gary V. and Sandra K. (Deelsnyder) Keller. She was a 1996 graduate of Fulton High School and earned her Associate Degree from Clinton Community College. She worked in the Fulton High School office; International Paper, Clinton; Morrison City Hall; Egging Co., Clinton; and at several marketing companies in the area. Kim was a former member of Trinity Reformed Church, Fulton, IL. She enjoyed antique cars and going to car shows, attending auctions, and collecting antique child items. Spending time with her nieces and nephew was also very special to her.
She is survived by her mother, Sandra Keller of Fulton, IL; a brother, Chad (Jennifer) Keller of Fulton, IL; Paternal Grandmother, Arlene Keller of Morrison, IL; and nephew and nieces: Lucas, Mia and Cassandra Keller.
She is preceded by her father, Paternal Grandfather, and Maternal Grandparents.
A visitation was held from 2:00 to 5:00 PM, Sunday, April 3, 2022, at the McDonald Funeral Home, Fulton, IL. Funeral services were at 11:00 AM, Monday, April 4, 2022, at the funeral home. Burial was in the Fulton Township Cemetery, Fulton, IL. In lieu of flowers memorials can be made to the Clinton Humane Society or to the family.
To leave an online condolence visit www. mcdonaldfuneralhomes.com.
KATHY HUIZENGA
KATHRYN “KATHY” ANN HUIZENGA, age 61, passed away on Saturday, April 16, 2022, at her home in Fulton, IL. Kathy was born in Clinton, IA, on February 2, 1961, to Leonard and LaVonne (Lane) Musk.
Kathy was educated in the Fulton School District and graduated from Augustana College in Rock Island, IL. She worked at CHTV and at the Clinton Herald in Clinton, IA.
LEEROY VAN KAMPEN, SR.
LeeRoy Van Kampen, Sr., age 75 of Fulton, died Saturday, April 23, 2022 at his home. LeeRoy was born on November 16, 1946, in Savanna, the son of Roy and Marie (Gretencord) Van Kampen. He graduated Fulton High School in the class of 1964. LeeRoy is a United States Army Veteran and served our country from 1965-1968. He got his Associates Degree from Clinton College, graduating in 1978 with honors. LeeRoy married Dianna Cronk on April 23, 1987 in Morrison. She preceded him in death on October 28, 2013. He worked at Equistar from 1960-1994, then at CF Industries from 1994-2009, retiring after 20 years. He enjoyed golfing, fishing, and hunting.
Survivors include his children, Butch (April) of Fulton, Melissa Van Kampen of Fulton, and Shania Van Kampen of Clinton; eight grandchildren, Jacob Oldaker, Alyssa Van Kampen, Keegan Van Kampen, MaKai Hart, Aisha Van Kampen, Mekah Jo Malone, Corbin Van Kampen, and Jamison Horton; one great grandson, Laken; three brothers, Gary (Bernadine) Van Kampen of Fulton, Loren (Sue) Van Kampen of Fulton, and Roger (Sally) Van Kampen of Fulton; and his golfing buddy, Don Seil.
He was preceded in death by his wife; his parents; and one brother, John Van Kampen.
Special thank you to his nurse, Michelle, from Genesis VNA and Ray, Amber and Rod from Beacon of Hope Hospice.
A visitation will be held on Thursday, April 28, 2022 from 5:00-7:00 P.M. at the McDonald Funeral Home in Fulton, 1601 16th Avenue. Funeral service will be held on Friday, April 29, 2022 at 10:00 A.M. at the funeral home. Burial with Military Honors will follow at Fulton Township Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Fulton Township Cemetery.
On June 4, 1983, she married Jack Huizenga of Fulton, IL. They lived in Fulton where they raised two children. She was a lifelong member of Immanuel Lutheran Church in Clinton, IA.
Kathy is survived by her husband, Jack; her son, James Huizenga of Dekalb, IL; her daughter, Kari Huizenga of Davenport, IA; her brother, David Musk of Omaha, NE.
A private family visitation and graveside service will be held. The Fulton Chapel of the Bosma-Renkes Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Interment will be at Fulton Township Cemetery in Fulton. A memorial has been established and contributions may be made in her honor.
To send online condolences go to www. bosmarenkes.com The Rock River Jazz Band will kick off TLP’s concert offerings on May 7 with a 7 p.m. concert.
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Timber Lake Playhouse opens doors w ith a ser ies of concert events
MOUNT CARROLL – Timber Lake Playhouse opens Saturday, May 7, with the first of eleven concerts at the Playhouse. The Rock River Jazz Band will kick off TLP’s concert offerings with a 7 p.m. concert.
Rock River Jazz Band is a 16-piece Big Band Band composed of professional musicians from northern Illinois. Rock River Jazz Band plays Big B a n d, S w i n g , 5 0 - 6 0 ’ s R o c k , P o p , Waltzes, Polkas, Mambos, and a little bit of Country. At the concert, you’ll e n j o y m u s ic b y B i g B a d V o o d o o Daddy, Earth, Wind & Fire, Stevie Wonder, Louis Prima, Chicago, The Beach Boys, Brian Setzer, Count Basie, Maynard Ferguson, “Dizzy” Gillespie, Sonny Rollins, Kenny Rogers, and many more.
“ W e ’ v e h a d m a n y r e q u e s t s t o bring a “big band” to the theatre for our concert series,” said Dan Danielowski, TLP Executive Director. “We are excited to be able to offer this great band to our TLP audiences.”
Rock River Jazz Band is led by band leader Cathy James. James has put together the top professional musicians from around the area. She has played in the TLP pit band for the past four years and has led the Rock River Jazz Band since its inception. The band plays for wedding receptions, corporate events, Christmas parties and concerts engagements.
TLP continues May concerts with Felix and Finger – Dueling Pianos on Saturday, May 14 at7 p.m. The Neverly Brothers on Thursday, May 19 at 2 p.m., and the TLP Blues in the Woods on Saturday, May 21 from 3 until 9 p.m. featuring three great blues bands. Concert tickets are $30 and $25 for TLP Subscribers.
Information for all Timber Lake events are available online at www. timberlakeplayhouse.org or by calling the Box Office at (815) 244-2035. The Box Office is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.
DARLENE M. WELTZIN
Born: February 22, 1930 Died: April 16, 2022
Darlene M. Weltzin, 92, of Morrison, passed away Saturday, April 16, 2022 at her home. Burial will be at 1:00 pm, Saturday, April 30, 2022 at Grove Hill Cemetery in Morrison. Snell-Zornig Funeral Homes & Crematory is assisting the family, and online condolences may be expressed by visiting her obituary at www.snellzornig.com.
Darlene Marie Weltzin was born February 22, 2022 in Garden Plain Township, Illinois, the daughter of Irwin and Ada (Baker) Frank. She married Elmer M. Weltzin on December 19, 1947 in Morrison, Illinois; he preceded her in death on June 17, 1973. She was a homemaker and worked for Drives for 25 years. She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Morrison.
Darlene is survived by two children, Edna (Norm) Tangerose of Polo, Illinois and Terry (Julie) Wletzin of Chadwick, Illinois; 11 grandchildren; and many great grandchildren and great great grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, two daughters, two sons and one sister.
