Robert J. Dean, of Denver, PA passed away October 1, 2014. A memorial service with military honors was held October 11, 2014 at Oakwood Memorial Park.
Bob is laid to rest in the Garden of Inspiration.
Thomas Murphy, 79, of Ottawa, passed away very peacefully on Monday, October 6, 2014 at Ottawa Pavilion.
Funeral services will be held Saturday, October 11, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. at Gladfelter Funeral Home with Reverend Duane Kaufman officiating. Burial will follow in Oakwood Memorial Park. Visitation will be held from 3:00 p.m. till 7:00 p.m. Friday evening, October 10th, and from 10:00 a.m. until service time on Saturday at the funeral home. Pallbearers will be friends of Thomas and honorary pallbearers will be his grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Thomas was born to Dewey Murphy and Margaret (Partridge) Murphy-Cox on August 25, 1935 in Chicago, Illinois. Thomas lived in the Marseilles-Seneca-Ottawa area his entire life. Thomas met and fell in love with high school sweetheart and wife of 56 years, Helen. They were wed in Ottawa, Illinois on October 24, 1956. They were blessed with three children, Thomas (Shona) of Ottawa, Jack of Houston, Texas, and Lori (John) Warren of Ottawa. He was the extremely proud Poppy of Rachel Chapman of Oglesby, Dale and Jerry MacKay of Grand Rapids, Michigan, and Allison Warren of Ottawa and great grandfather of Cody and Devon Sharp of Oglesby.
Thomas was a retired tow-boat captain after spending more than 40 years in the river industry. He captained many a barge on the Illinois and Mississippi Rivers. During his retirement years, Thomas enjoyed bartending at his favorite watering holes, The Lazy L and K & J Tap. He was a former member of the Moose Lodge 960 and the Marseilles Lions Club. He enjoyed watching his favorite television shows and we believe he had seen every western movie that was ever made. In his leisure he loved to just sit by the river for hours on end and watch the many boats pass by. He also enjoyed scratch off tickets. His most cherished times were those spent with his family and his cat, Prince, all of whom he loved dearly.
Thomas is survived by his three children; grandchildren; great grandchildren; sister in-laws, Shirley (Jack) Murphy of Seneca, Mary (Robert) Gage of Marseilles, and Delores (William) Weber of Ottawa; his brother in-law, Edward (Barbara) Miller of Ottawa; stepsister, Rita O’Neal of Marseilles; stepbrothers, James Wheeler of Marseilles, Edward Wheeler of Streator, and Russell “Corky” Wheeler of Florida; his beloved cat, Prince; several nieces and nephews; and extended family members, Trudy Closen, David Schimmelpfennig, and Amy (Schimmelpfennig) Henson. He was preceded in death by his wife, Helen; parents, stepmother, Helen Murphy; stepfather, Clifford Cox; three brothers, Edward, James, and Jackie; and two stepbrothers, William and Dick Wheeler.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the family.
Tomas is laid to rest in the Garden of the Last Supper.
Margaret Ruth Jardine, 93, of Ottawa passed away Wednesday, October 08, 2014 at Pleasant View.
Funeral Service will be 10:00 am Friday, October 10, 2014 at Oakwood Memorial Park in the Chapel of the Good Shepherd, Shrine of Rest Mausoleum. Visitation will be from 9:00 to 10:00 am on Friday, October 10, 2014 at Oakwood Memorial Park in the Chapel of the Good Shepherd, Shrine of Rest Mausoleum prior to services.
Margaret was born September 11, 1921 to Joseph and Ethel (Anderson) Sedar. Margaret was the loving wife of Ronald Jardine who preceded her in death along with two brothers, Michael and John.
She survived by her brother-in-law, Warren and his loving wife, Sylvia Jardine; two nephews, Ronald and Michael; as well as a sister-in-law, Hazel Sedar.
Many thanks to the caring staff at Pleasant View Lutheran Home, Vitas Hospice, and St. Elizabeth Hospital. Also thanks to doctor’s Brian Rosborough and Raul Guerrero.
Margaret rests in the arms of Jesus with her loved ones.
Memorials may be directed to LaSalle Veteran’s Home.
Margaret is laid to rest in the Shrine of Rest Mausoleum, Sanctuary of Hope.
Virginia B. Heermann, 80, of Ottawa, passed away Tuesday, September 30, 2014, at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria.
Funeral services will be held at 10:00 A.M. Monday, October 6, 2014, at Gladfelter Funeral Home with Reverend Duane Kaufman officiating. Burial will follow in Oakwood Memorial Park. Visitation will be held from 3:00 p.m. till 6:00 p.m. Sunday evening and also from 9:00 a.m. till 10:00 a.m. Monday morning at the funeral home.
Virginia was born January 16, 1934, in Ottawa, the daughter of Walter and Stella (Bannan) Applebee. She married Edward T. Heermann June 16, 1956, in Ottawa. Surviving are her husband of 58 years, Edward, of Ottawa; her children, Loretta (Joseph) Stenger of Yorkville and Linda (Greg) Gebhardt of Marseilles; her grandchildren, David and John Stenger, Greg and Tira Gebhardt, Jessie Bailey, Louie and Emily Cotton, Mackenzie and Jacob Davis, and Hudson Osborne; eleven great grandchildren; and her brothers, Virgil Applebee of Marseilles, Marvin Applebee of Utica, and Wayne Applebee of Ottawa. She was preceded in death by her parents; her step father, Joseph Kastler; two daughters, Susan Heermann-Osborne and Margaret (Cotton) Davis; one granddaughter, Jennifer Gebhardt; and one sister, Delores Schroeder. Pallbearers will be David and John Stenger, Tom Pazur, James Bailey, Greg Gebhardt, Louie Cotton, and Hudson Osborne. Honorary pallbearers will be Tira Gebhardt, Jessie Bailey, and Emily Cotton.
Virginia taught school in Norway in a one-room school house. She worked 38 years as the cafeteria manager at Rutland School and was currently the manager of Rural America Crafts and Antiques in Ottawa. She attended Millikin Grade School, graduated from Marseilles High School and attended Northern Illinois University. Virginia treasured her family and loved being around people. She enjoyed doing crafts. Memorial contributions may be directed to the American Diabetes Association.
Virginia is laid to rest in the Garden of Psalms.
Elwood Swift Jr., 94, of Ottawa passed away Sunday, September 28, 2014 at Ottawa Pavilion.
Funeral Ceremony will be held at 10:00 am Wednesday, October 1, 2014 at Shrine of Rest Mausoleum at Oakwood Memorial Park. Visitation will be 5:00 to 6:00 pm Tuesday, September 30, 2014 5 at Ottawa Funeral Home. He will be entombed at Oakwood Memorial Park.
Elwood was born July 26, 1920 in Streator, Illinois to Elwood and Sue (Nichols) Swift. He married Frances Monterestelli on June 8, 1941 in Davenport, Iowa. He was in the United States Coast Guard.
He was a member of the Carpenters Union. He co-owned and operated Swift and Moore Carpet Laying for many years.
He is survived by his daughter-in-law, Beverly Swift; one grandson, David Swift; one brother, Charles Swift; one half-sister, Mary; many nieces and nephews; and his special care taker, Carol Woeckel.
He is preceded in death by his loving wife, Frances; one son, Frank Swift; his step-mother, Margaret Swift; one sister, Betty Noonan; and one half-sister, Nancy.
Memorials may be directed to his family.
Elwood is entombed in the Shrine of Rest Mausoleum , Sanctuary of Love.
Norma Lou Day, 75, of Ottawa, passed away Saturday evening, September 27, 2014, at OSF St. Elizabeth Medical Center, surrounded by her loving family.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday, October 1, 2014, at 11:00 a.m. at Gladfelter Funeral Home with Pastor Peter Ward and Pastor John Robbins officiating. Burial will follow in Oakwood Memorial Park. Visitation will be held from 4:00 p.m. till 7:00 p.m. Tuesday evening at the funeral home. Pallbearers will be Ryan and Chad Holloway, Tyler and Travis Ailor, Alex and Lindsey Day, Jessica Cunico, and Darryn and Mickey Downey. Honorary pallbearers will be George Ferguson, Mitchell Hanselman, and Andy Smith.
Norma was born April 20, 1939 in Eldorado, Illinois, the daughter of George W. and Dora Elizabeth (Tyler) Hanselman. She married Harry M. Day June 9, 1960 in Morris. He preceded her in death June 4, 1992. Norma is survived by her parents, George and Marge Hanselman of Ottawa; her children, Vanessa (Mike McCoy) Ailor of Ottawa, Shawn (Mary) Holloway of Ottawa, Kevin (Laura) Day of Sussex,WI, and Vicki (Don) Cunico of Ottawa; her grandchildren, Ryan and Chad Holloway, Tyler and Travis Ailor, Alex and Lindsey Day, and Jessica Cunico; five great grandchildren; a brother, George R. (Judy) Hanselman of Ottawa; a sister, Donna Downey of Ottawa; a sister in-law, Patricia (Jim) Day Bradley of Glen Burnie, MD; and her longtime companion, Andy Smith of Las Vegas, NV. She was preceded in death by her mother; one daughter, Velinda Day; and one granddaughter, Megan Elizabeth Ailor.
In her leisure, Norma enjoyed traveling, fishing, and camping. Times spent around the bonfires were some of her most memorable ones. Norma was a very family oriented lady and cherished her times spent with them, especially those spent with her grandchildren. Memorial contributions may be directed to a charity of the donor’s choice.
Norma is laid to rest in the Garden of inspiration.
Barbara C. Maltas, 77, of Marseilles, passed away Friday, September 26, 2014 at Rivershores HealthCare and Rehabilitation Centre.
Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Tuesday, September 30, at Seals-Campbell Funeral Home in Marseilles with Pastor Dave Meyer and Pastor James Brown officiating. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Oakwood Memorial Park in Ottawa.
She was born December 25, 1936 in West Allis, WI to Henry and Selma (Hoffman) Heitl. In 1955, she married Dale Maltas of Ottawa who survives.
She was a member of the Marseilles First Baptist Church, and a member and past President of the Marseilles Lioness Club
Barbara is survived by her husband, Dale; two daughters, Brenda (Ron) Johnson of Marseilles and Janet (David) Flaa of Morris; four sons, William of Fulton, IL, Tim (Nancy) of Spring Valley, Mike (Joanne) of Streator and John (Sharon) of Ottawa; 18 grandchildren; 31 great grandchildren; and one great great grandson.
She was preceded in death by one great granddaughter, Megan; five sisters, Gladys, Dorothy, Grace, Ruth and Pearl; and four brothers, Sonny, Howard, Henry and George.
Memorials may be given to the Marseilles First Baptist Church.
Barbara is laid to rest in the Garden of the Last Supper.
Betty Rae Foster, age 84, of Darwin, Minnesota, formerly of Ottawa, passed away Monday, September 22, 2014 at Meeker Memorial Hospital, Litchfield, Minnesota.
Funeral services will be held 10:00 a.m. Saturday, September 27th at Gladfelter Funeral Home with Pastor Peter Brick officiating. Interment will follow in Oakwood Memorial Park. Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.
Betty was born June 27, 1930 in Ottawa, Illinois, to Raymond and Beulah (Smith) Blue. She married Lewis Franklin Foster December 6, 1947 in Ottawa. He preceded her in death November 18, 2003. Surviving are her children, Diana Rose (Gerald) DeSpain of Republic, Missouri, Clayton “Clay” (Francy) Foster of Andover, Minnesota and Clinton “Clint” (Michelle) Foster of Rogers, Minnesota. She also leaves grandchildren, Brian L. DeSpain, Isabella F., Levi C. and Lauryn E. Foster; and four great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Kimberley K. DeSpain.
Betty was a homemaker. She enjoyed drawing and painting pictures while her eyesight allowed. Betty had a great appreciation for music. She loved to dance – especially the jitterbug! Betty dearly treasured her family, and particularly enjoyed her grandchildren. She greatly enjoyed camping in their travel trailer. Betty loved the mountains and particularly the Black Hills of South Dakota. She enjoyed bird watching while vacationing and always brought along a bird book on vacations to help identify birds she (and her children) hadn’t seen before. She always made time for people and loved conversations. She could always be found encouraging, comforting, and/or helping someone. While not a member of a church in her later years, she was a devout Christian and Jesus was her Savior and she made it a special point to introduce her children to Him also. Memorial contributions may be directed to Lakeview Ranch, 69531 213th Street, Darwin, MN 55324.
Betty is laid to rest in the Garden of Prayer.
Kenneth Lee Jennings, 72, of Hilliard FL went home to be with the Lord on July 18, 2014.
Kenneth Lee Jennings was a great family man from the gorgeous hills of Southern West Virginia. He was the very much loved husband of Donna Lee Hill Jennings, a flatlander from Ottawa, Illinois. Ken was not a four year College graduate but had two associate degrees and much learning from the school of hard knocks. He was so very loved by a large family. He served his country in the US Army with assignments in Ft Knox KY, South Korea and Texas and ended his time as a 100% Disabled Veteran. His careers included; Deputy Sheriff for Allegheny Co., VA in Covington VA and Security Guard for the National Mine Health and Safety Academy in Beaver WV. He attended Dabney S. Lancaster C.C. and received two Associate Degrees.
He is survived by his loving wife of 33 years; Donna Lee Hill Jennings, daughters; Patti Leigh Jennings Clendenin, Diana Jourdan and Susan Jennings Sheppard, son; William David Jennings, 16 grandchildren, 9 great grandchildren, 7 nieces and 9 nephews. He was preceded in death by his father; Kenneth Jennings, mother; Daisy Mitchem Jennings Gunther, brothers; Robbie Gunther and Russell Maynard Jennings, and his in-laws; Thomas R. & Mildred Hill.
A memorial service will be held August 9, 2014 at 10:00 am at Our Lady of Consolation Catholic Church located at 541668 US HWY 1 Callahan Florida 32011 and it was Kenneth and Donnas wish that blue jean attire be worn to the service.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggest contributions be made to Our Lady of Consolation Catholic Church located at 541668 US HWY 1 Callahan FL 32011.
Condolences may be expressed by signing the guest book at www.nassaufh.com. Arrangements under the direction of Nassau Funeral Home, 541720 US Highway 1, Callahan, FL 32011. 904-879-1770.
Kenneth is laid to rest in Garden of Devotion.
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