Lawrence "Larry" V. Baker
May 22, 2026
Lawrence “Larry” V. Baker, 89, passed away peacefully on May 22, 2026, at his home in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin.
Larry was born on July 28, 1936, in Chicago, Illinois, to Harold and Leila Baker. He attended Monroe Center, Illinois schools and graduated as valedictorian of his class. He later attended the University of Illinois before proudly serving his country in the...
Fayne Ann Kniep
May 20, 2026
Fayne Ann Kniep, age 91, passed away May 20, 2026, at Willowick Moments in Clinton, Wisconsin. She was born April 19, 1935, at her family home in Stanton, Nebraska, to Herman and Margaret Meyer. She graduated from Stanton High School in 1952 and began her working life by teaching for one year in a rural country school. She then pursued...
James "Minna" Frederick Wyman
May 14, 2026
James "Minna" Frederick Wyman, born February 25, 1956, to Lorraine (Maurer) and Durlin
"Harry" Wyman of New Glarus, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully at home on May 14, 2026, after a courageous battle with esophageal cancer.
James was a triple athlete at New Glarus High School, where, in 1972, he set the school record for the fastest wrestling pin of 14 seconds, as...
Nadine Steinke
May 4, 2026
Nadine Nola Steinke lost her battle with cancer on May 4, 2026. She courageously fought three different types of cancer and won but was unable to overcome the fourth. She put up a heck of a fight.
Nadine was born on October 14, 1960, to Evelyn and Noel Ogden. She married the love of her life, Dale Steinke, on Valentine’s Day...
Lula Rose Lind
May 4, 2026
Lula Rose Lind of Garden Prairie, Illinois, born August 8, 1940, in Missouri to Delores and Kenneth Freeman, passed away May 4, 2026, in Rockford, Illinois.
Lula was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt, and wife who cherished her family above all else. She found her greatest joy in spending time with loved ones and tending to her garden.
She is survived...
Bradford Eugene Thacker
Apr 29, 2026
In loving memory of Bradford Eugene Thacker
September 5, 1955 – April 29, 2026
Brad Thacker was the type of person who made life brighter just by being in the room. Hisvibrant wit served as the foundation of his personality, and even as his journey in life drew to a close, his sense of humor endured.
Bradford E. Thacker passed away peacefully on...
Anita M. Thies
Apr 24, 2026
Anita M. Thies, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and friend, at age 87, passed away on April 24, 2026 surrounded by the love of her family. She was born on August 12, 1938, in Rockford, Illinois, the daughter of William and Marie Garwick. She graduated from Rochelle High School.
On September 2, 1961, Anita married the love of her...
Bruce R Cheek
Apr 18, 2026
Bruce R. Cheek, 81, of Machesney Park, Illinois, passed away peacefully at home on April 18, 2026. He was born June 5, 1944, in Michigan to Laura (Hodgson) and Verlan “Bud” Cheek.
Bruce married the love of his life, Bonnie Irene McCoy, on December 7, 1963, in Belvidere, Illinois. Together they built a life centered on faith, family, and friendship. Bruce...
Kelley Thrun
Apr 9, 2026
Kelley Thrun, 84, of Belvidere, Illinois, passed away peacefully April 9, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. He was born on January 24, 1942, in Elgin, Illinois, to Beth (Berg) and Orville Thrun.
Kelley was a proud graduate of Belvidere High School, Class of 1960, where he excelled both academically and athletically. He played baseball, was honored as Homecoming...
Lorraine Kiefer
Apr 8, 2026
Lorraine Marion Kiefer, 95, of Belvidere, Illinois, passed away peacefully on April 8, 2026.
Lorraine was born on February 24, 1931, to Menno Zimmer and Loretta Scott. She married the love of her life, Theodore Kiefer, on December 30, 1950. Together they built a loving home and raised five children: Ted, Mary, Patricia, Mike, and Cindy.
Lorraine was a talented musician who...