Local obituaries for Eighner Funeral Homes
Hazel L. Sherman
Dec 21, 2025
Hazel L. Sherman, a beloved resident of Somonauk, Illinois, passed away peacefully at her home on December 21, 2025, at the age of 85, surrounded by the warmth and love of her son, Matt Sherman. Born on July 10, 1940, in Rockton, Illinois, Hazel was the cherished daughter of Harrison and Anna (Parr) Barber.
Hazel’s life was marked by her unwavering...
Mary Patricia Coultrip
Dec 18, 2025
Mary Patricia Coultrip, age 84, of Somonauk, Illinois, passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 18, 2025, at her home, surrounded by the love of her family. She was born on March 1, 1941, in Aurora, Illinois, the beloved daughter of Henry and Mabel (Amsberg) Trompeter.
Pat lived a life rooted in service, faith, and community. She generously gave back in countless...
Richard Wayne Osmund
Dec 18, 2025
Richard “Dick” Osmund, 95, of Serena, IL peacefully passed away Thursday, December 18, 2025, at the Illinois Veteran’s Home in LaSalle, IL where he had been lovingly cared for the last six months. Dick was born March 24, 1930, in Ottawa, IL to Joseph and Margaret (Bublitz) Osmond. He married Eileen Bernard on November 25, 1959, in Harding, IL.
He was...
Janet Davis
Dec 18, 2025
Janet (Jan) Davis, born on June 9th, 1946, passed away peacefully on December 18th, 2025. She was a beloved wife, sister, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She was gentle and empathetic, yet strong and steadfast in her love.
Jan was married to her husband, Gary Davis, for 59 wonderful years. Together they built a life filled with love, laughter and shared memories....
Gerald Duane Fuchs
Dec 16, 2025
Gerald “Jerry” Fuchs, 78, of Leland, IL passed away on Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at his home with his family by his side. He was born on August 26, 1947 in Sandwich, IL the son of Duane and Helen (Alexander) Fuchs. He married Barbara Bingham on November 22, 1969 in Leland, IL. He was a member of Leland United Methodist...
James A. Gerard, Jr.
Dec 15, 2025
James A. Gerard, Jr. of Granville, IL passed away on Monday, December 15, 2025 at Goldwater Care in Spring Valley, Il. He was born on November 27, 1957 in Mendota, IL the son of James Sr. and Mary (Whitecotten) Gerard. He spent most of his life working as a painter in the Mendota area and was an avid Cardinals and...
Joseph "Joe" Struck, Jr.
Dec 14, 2025
Joseph "Joe" Struck, Jr., a beloved husband, father, and proud grandfather-to-be, passed away on December 14, 2025, in Plano, Illinois, due to heart complications. Born on March 6, 1956, in Morris, Illinois, Joe made his presence felt in every endeavor he undertook and in every life he touched.
As a dedicated career man, Joe began his journey at Hornsby's Stores until...
Joseph R. Melson
Dec 10, 2025
Joseph R. Melson, 66, of Somonauk, formerly of Aurora, passed away Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2025 at Northwestern Medical Center in Chicago.
He was born June 4, 1959 in St. Charles IL, the youngest of Robert O. and Josephine M. (DiFazzio) Melson. Joe was a 1977 graduate of East Aurora High School. He held various jobs, but his last and longest was...
Thomas "Les" Staton
Dec 4, 2025
Thomas Leslie Staton, 74, of formerly of Sheridan, IL currently of Gainesboro, TN. passed away on Thursday, December 4, 2025 in Cookeville, TN. He was born on August 5, 1951 in Grand Chain, IL. The son of Thomas and Wanda (Harris) Staton. He married Linda Orsini on July 2, 1971 in Ottawa, IL. Les was very talented and worked in...
Kathleen "Kathy" Eager
Dec 2, 2025
Kathleen “Kathy” Eager
October 20, 1948 – December 2, 2025
Kathleen “Kathy” Eager, 77, of Earlville, Illinois, passed away peacefully on December 2, 2025, following a long and courageous battle with cancer.
Kathy was born on October 20, 1948, to Roger and Josephine Stremlau. After the passing of her mother, Josephine, when Kathy was 8 years old, she was raised by her father...
Peter R.H. Lopez
Nov 29, 2025
Peter R. H. Lopez, 46, of Sandwich, IL, passed away peacefully Saturday, November 29, 2025, at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born February 11, 1979, in Sandwich, IL, the son of Luciano and Rebecca (Moore) Lopez. Peter worked at KFC in Sandwich for over 10 years as a cook and even trained other new...
Bengt "LaVerne" Mattson
Nov 26, 2025
Bengt “LaVerne” Mattson of Leland, Illinois passed away peacefully at his home on November 26, 2025, surrounded by the love of his daughter and son. Born on June 25, 1941 in Sandwich, Illinois, he was a devoted member of his family, community, church, and workplace. He was the youngest son of Ben and Ina (Petersson) Mattson, who instilled the values...
Nancy L. Foster
Nov 17, 2025
Nancy L. Foster, 88, Formerly of Yorkville, IL, passed away Monday, November 17, 2025, at Bardwell Residence in Aurora, IL. She was born July 27, 1937, at home in Shannon County, MO, the daughter of Elmer and Mildred Helling. She married her high school sweetheart, Dean Foster on October 22, 1955, in Shabbona, IL. Nancy was a founding member of...
Russ Anderson
Nov 16, 2025
Russ Anderson, 63, of Sheridan, IL, passed away Sunday, November 16, 2025, at Kishwaukee Hospital in DeKalb, IL. He was born November 25, 1961, in Aurora, IL, the son of Delmar and Elsie (VanTassel) Anderson. He married Christine Dhuse on November 24, 1984, in Yorkville, IL. Russ loved farming in the Newark area for many years. His pride...
Patricia Anne Vrahnos
Nov 15, 2025
Patricia Anne Vrahnos, a beloved matriarch, devoted friend, and cherished member of her community, passed away peacefully on November 15, 2025, at Valley West Hospital in Sandwich, Illinois, surrounded by her loving family. Born on November 16, 1936, in Chicago, Illinois, Patricia was the daughter of Edward and Katherine (Sahm) Hempel.
Throughout her early years, Patricia dedicated herself to her work...
Patricia Ann Wallis
Nov 10, 2025
Patricia Ann Wallis, born on November 27, 1935, in Sandwich, Illinois, passed away peacefully on November 10, 2025, at Prairie Pointe Assisted Living and Memory Care in Sugar Grove, Illinois. She was the beloved daughter of Franklin and Margaret (Klotz) Mall and the cherished wife of the late Ronald Wallis, she married on December 12, 1953, in Sandwich.
Patricia’s life was...
Elmer Lee Campbell
Nov 9, 2025
Elmer L. Campbell, 85, of Sandwich, IL, passed away peacefully Sunday, November 9, 2025, at his home. He was born October 11, 1940, in Oakdale, IL, the son of Orange and Opal (Hutchings) Campbell. He married Carol Ann Gladson on March 24, 1962, in Pinckneyville, IL. Elmer was a member of Nazarene Church of Sandwich. He worked...
Margaret Ann Ostrom
Nov 6, 2025
Margaret Ann Ostrom, born on January 6, 1932, in Leland, Illinois, passed away on November 6, 2025, at the DeKalb County Nursing Home, surrounded by loved ones. She was a cherished member of her family and community, known for her warmth and kindness.
Margaret was the daughter of Lewis H. and Vada Ellen (Blythe) Coultrip. On February 10, 1950, she married...
Linda (Schmidt) Gast
Nov 4, 2025
Linda Gast
Born: January 23,1929, in Urich, Missouri
Died: November 4, 2025, in Sebastian, Florida
Linda (Schmidt) Gast, 96, of Sebastian, Florida, passed away peacefully in her home on November 4, 2025. Linda was born on January 23,1929, in Urich, Missouri, daughter of Fredrick “Fred” Schmidt and Maude (Harper) Schmidt. Linda’s family moved from Missouri to Earlville, Illinois, where she entered Earlville High...
Kenneth Ostrom
Nov 2, 2025
Kenneth “Ken” Ostrom of Millington Illinois passed away on November 2,2025.
Ken was born October 22, 1953 in Sandwich, IL to Dean and Margaret (Coultrip) Ostrom. He graduated from Sycamore High School in 1971. He worked at several dealerships in the parts department as well as being a “garage” mechanic. In 1988 he and his brother Mike opened Ostrom...
