Local obituaries for Eighner Funeral Homes
J. Douglas Martner
Jun 26, 2026
John Douglas “Doug” Martner was born in Aurora, Illinois, on December 31, 1937, to Clyde and Elanor Martner. Doug passed away peacefully at Bolingbrook Hospital in Bolingbrook, Illinois, on June 26, 2026. He was preceded in death by his parents; his brother, Allen (Barb) Martner; and two children, John Martner and Michelle Martner.
He is Survived by his sister, Clair (Denny)...
James Nelson
Jun 26, 2026
James “Jim” Nelson, 72, of Sheridan, IL, passed away Friday, June 26, 2026, at Kishwaukee Hospital in DeKalb, IL. He was born April 5, 1954, in Aurora, IL, the son of James and Barbara (Calvert) Nelson. Jim married Patricia Doze on May 24, 1980, in Oswego, IL. He had a career he loved as a pipeline welder for the Local...
Sandra Sue Earle
Jun 24, 2026
Sandra Sue Earle of Leland, IL passed away peacefully on June 24, 2026 in Shabbona, IL at the age of 84. Sandra ‘Sandy’ was born on August 29, 1941 to Eunice and Lloyd Chancy. Sandy married John Melvin Earle on June 29, 1959 and started their family in December of 1960 with the birth of their first child. Sandy was...
Betty Marie Sawicki
Jun 21, 2026
Betty Marie Sawicki, 78 of Earlville, IL passed away on June 21, 2026 at OSF St. Anthony Medical Center in Rockford, IL. She was born on July 5, 1947, in Sandwich, IL the daughter of Joseph “Woody” and Marjorie “Ruth” (McKenzie) Durbin. She married Don W. Sawicki on March 30, 1967, in Ottawa, IL. and were happily married for 50...
Patricia Sims
Jun 21, 2026
Patricia “Pat” Sims, 81, of Plano, IL, passed away Sunday, June 21, 2026, at her home with her loving family by her side. She was born May 22, 1945, in Aurora, IL, the daughter of Ronald and Hattie “Pat” (Limbruner) Peffer. Patricia married Jerry Sims on October 9, 1974, in Geneva, IL.
She is survived by her husband, Jerry; her children,...
Nancy J. Seville
Jun 15, 2026
Nancy J Seville of Vernon passed away Monday, June 15. She was born February 20, 1941, in Ottawa, Illinois, the daughter of Cecil and Helen (Clements) Miller. She graduated from Leland High School where she met the love of her life Gary Seville. They married on March 12, 1960.
A farmer’s wife, Nancy worked in the school cafeteria, was proprietor of...
Christine Renee (Shevokas) Smith
Jun 2, 2026
Christine Renee (Shevokas) Smith, 64, of Somonauk, passed away on June 2, 2026 at home surrounded by her family. She was born November 26, 1961 to Florian J and Loretta J (Wieczorek) Shevokas.
Christine was raised in Plano, attending St. Mary’s School through 8th grade and then Plano High School graduating in 1979. It was there that she met the love...
Tom Smith
Jun 1, 2026
Tom Smith, age 74, of Plano, Illinois, passed away on June 1, 2026. Born on April 7, 1952, Tom lived a life marked by hard work, loyalty, and a quiet, steady devotion to the people he cared about. Tom spent many years as a welder, a craft he took great pride in. Even after retiring, he couldn’t quite stay away...
Al L. Lower
Jun 1, 2026
Al L. Lower, a dedicated and resourceful individual who contributed significantly to the tech field through a variety of roles, passed away peacefully at his home in Somonauk, Illinois, on June 1, 2026, at the age of 91. Born on June 20, 1934, in Oak Park, Illinois, Al lived a life marked by commitment, craftsmanship, and community involvement.
Al's journey was...
Richard Allen Luxton
Jun 1, 2026
Richard A. Luxton, 64, of Sandwich, IL went home to meet his heavenly father on June 1, 2026. He was born on October 30, 1961 in Dekalb, IL to Richard R. Luxton and Beverly Harding. He accepted Jesus Christ as his personal savior. He grew up in Malta, IL and graduated from Malta High School in 1979. Rick married the...
Jean Hutchinson (Schultz)
May 27, 2026
It is with great sadness that the family of Jean Hutchinson (Schultz) announces her passing on May 27, 2026 at the age of 95. She was born October 29, 1930 in Somonauk, Illinois the daughter of Mike and Catherine Henrich.
A lifelong resident of Somonauk, Illinois, Jean is survived by her son Steven Schultz (Bil Vincent) of Yorkville; brother, Robert Henrich...
Kenneth "Ken" Ray Tyra
May 26, 2026
Kenneth “Ken” Ray Tyra, 79, of Somonauk passed away Tuesday, May 26, 2026. He was born June 26, 1946 in Haleyville, Alabama. The son of Elmer and Elisa “Eveline” (Ramsey) Tyra. He was married to Shala (Werner) Tyra.
Ken survived two sons, Terry and Ray (Kim) Tyra; six grandkids, Kassandra, Aaron, Alex, Josh, Katie and Madison as well as several great...
Daniel "Dan" Deady
May 22, 2026
Daniel "Dan" Deady, 65, born on April 20, 1961, in Evergreen Park, Illinois, passed away peacefully on May 22, 2026, at Northwestern Kishwaukee Hospital in DeKalb, Illinois.
Dan was the beloved son of Joseph and Barbara (Grzetic) Deady. He was deeply loved by his family, which remained his proudest accomplishment throughout his life. Dan's affection for his family was a defining...
Rhonda Lynn Brockman
May 22, 2026
Rhonda Lynn Brockman, 63, of Earlville, IL passed away on Friday, May 22, 2026 at home. She was born on August 25, 1962. She married Craig Brockman on April 27, 1984 in Dekalb, Il and were happily married for 42 years. Rhonda worked at Kroger for 11 years and was known for her contagious laugh and her random crazy outbursts....
William "Woody" Louis Carroll
May 21, 2026
William Louis Carroll, also known as “Woody”, passed away on May 21, 2026, in Aurora, Illinois. Born on January 16, 1942, in Sandwich, Illinois. Woody lived a life defined by passion, curiosity, and dedication.
A devoted sports fanatic, Woody kept a close eye on scores from the professional leagues to local games. His career reflected this passion, having worked as a...
Craig "Eggie" Larson
May 18, 2026
Craig “Eggie” Larson, 61, of Bartlett, IL, beloved son of Dean(deceased) and Carol (Miller) Larson sadly passed away May 18, 2026 at Northwestern Memorial Hospital in Chicago, IL. He was born on September 7, 1964, in Sandwich, Illinois and raised in Somonauk, IL. His departure leaves an indelible void in the hearts of those who knew and loved him.
Craig was...
Becky McGee
May 15, 2026
Becky McGee, born on September 13, 1938, in Blytheville, Arkansas, passed away peacefully at the age of 87 on May 15, 2026, in Jonesborough, Tennessee. Becky devoted many years as a secretary in the electrical construction business, a role she embraced with dedication.
She was a cherished member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Somonauk, Illinois, where her faith...
Lillian J. Albright
May 7, 2026
Lillian J. Albright, 89, of Plano, Il passed away on Thursday, May 7, 2026. She was born on December 9, 1936 in Plano, IL. the daughter of Christ and Lillie (Eckman) Christensen. She married John Albright on May 9, 1958 at the Plano Methodist Church in Plano and were married for 53 years. Lillian worked for the USPS for over...
Ryann L. Roth
May 6, 2026
Ryann Leon Roth, aged 41, of Sheridan, Illinois, passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. Born on May 14, 1984, in Sandwich, Illinois, Ryann was the cherished son of Rodney and Patricia (Willes) Roth.
A man whose heart was boundless, Ryann was known for his abundance of love for his friends, whom...
Verdell "Ace" Joseph Hanson
Apr 30, 2026
Verdell Joseph Hanson, lovingly known as “Ace,” lived a life defined by service, family and craftsmanship.
Ace was born in the Sandwich Hospital in 1930 and lived in Newark before moving into Sandwich. He graduated from Sandwich High School in 1947, and attended Northern Illinois University for a year until he turned 18, when he joined the US Navy in 1948.
He...
