Obituaries Posted by Unger-Horner Funeral Home & Cremation Service

Nov 13, 2023

LaVera Prunty, age 96, of Rochelle, IL, passed away on Monday, November 13, 2023, at Liberty Village of Rochelle.

LaVera "Kitty" Ruhs was born on September 5, 1927 in Hildreth, NE, and she was the oldest daughter of Ludwig "Lou" and Johanna "Helen" (Post) Ruhs. LaVera married Robert "Bob" C. Prunty, Jr. on September 1, 1946 in...

Nov 12, 2023

Rochelle

Charles W. Barnett, 62, passed away unexpectedly Sunday, November 12, 2023 at his home.  Chuck was born on February 5, 1961 to Charles R. Barnett and Patricia Darleen (Sitzes) Best in Rochelle.  He dedicated his life to the family business, Best Welding.

Chuck was a fiercely devoted father, grandfather, son, brother, and uncle. From...

Nov 9, 2023

Rochelle

Michael L. Pottinger, 78, passed away Thursday, November 9, 2023 at his home in Rochelle, Illinois.  Mike was born on December 31, 1944 in Princeton, IL.  On June 25, 1983, he married Linda Blomberg Luxton in Rochelle.

Mike is survived by his wife of 40 years, Linda; three step children: Kim (Denver) Davis, Kevin...

Nov 6, 2023

Rochelle

Marlowe "Marty" E. Seyller, Jr., age 84, passed away on Monday, November 6, 2023 at his home with his family at his side.  He was born on September 22, 1939 in DeKalb, IL, the son of Marlowe and Maren (Schouw) Seyller.  Marty married Janine P. White on May 27, 1961 in Boulder Hill, IL.

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Nov 1, 2023

Rochelle

W. John Highstreet, 92, passed away Wednesday, November 1, 2023 at the Rochelle Community Hospital after a short illness.  John was born on January 25, 1931 to Wilbur J. and Anna F. (O'Neil) Highstreet in Brawley, CA.

John's family moved to Rochelle from California when he was 12. At the age of 14, his...

Oct 27, 2023

Rochelle

Frank H. Atchley, 87, passed away peacefully Friday, October 27, 2023 at Manor Court in Rochelle, Illinois. Frank was born on September 13, 1936 to Albert L. and Arlie M. (Ragan) Atchley in Black Rock, AR.  He proudly served with the United States Navy. He was also a member of the Rochelle Jaycees, Rochelle Moose lodge,...

Oct 26, 2023

Creston

Jane Ann Byro, 76, passed away Thursday, October 26, 2023 at OSF St. Anthony Medical Center in Rockford, Illinois.  Jane was born on May 27, 1947 to Samuel and Mary (McMicken) Foose in Oswego, IL.  On July 28, 1973, she married Thomas O. Byro in Oswego.

Jane is survived by her husband of 50...

Oct 26, 2023

Dr. Diane McNeilly

Diane Elaine (Grohne) McNeilly, 79, of Rochelle, passed away peacefully surrounded by her children on Thursday, October 26, in Oconomowoc, WI.

Diane was born on June 30, 1944, in Brooklyn, NY. to Isabella "Jean" (Thomson) and Frederick W. Grohne. Upon graduating from Joliet (IL) Township High School in 1962, she attended Illinois...

Oct 24, 2023

Rochelle

Thomas L. Grimes Sr., 78, began his eternal life on Tuesday, October 24, 2023. Thomas was born on December 8,1944 in Tampico, IL. Thomas was preceded in death by his parents, Marvin and Etta Mae (Farmer) Grimes.

Tom is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Janet Grimes of Rochelle.  He is also...

Oct 17, 2023

Rochelle

Arnold Boudreau, born on March 1, 1931, passed away peacefully on October 17, 2023. Arnold's life was marked by dedication, hard work, and a deep commitment to his family, his community, and his faith.

Arnold began his career at A. O. Smith, where he started in maintenance. Through years of unwavering dedication and hard...

Oct 15, 2023

Franklin Grove

Richard "Dick" Edwin Osborne, 84, passed away Sunday October 15, 2023, at his Franklin Grove home after a brief battle with cancer. Just like he dealt with all experiences in life, Richard managed his illness with strength and grace, and on his final day, he was surrounded by his children, who he adored more than...

Oct 15, 2023

Charles Edward "Ed" Foltz, 79, of Rochelle, passed away Sunday, October 15, 2023, at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born August 29, 1944 in Memphis, TN, the son of Cecil and Artie (Williams) Foltz. He married Betty Kay Hasty on March 9, 1968 in Rochelle. She preceded him in death on February 16, 2005.

Oct 13, 2023

Rochelle

Herbert Joseph Sondgeroth, 84, passed away at his home in Rochelle, Illinois Friday, October 13, 2023.  Herb was born on September 4, 1939 to Herbert J. and Ruth (Dieder) Sondgeroth in Mendota, IL.  He proudly served with the United States Army.  On September 17, 1993, he married Carol Cipolla Armesto in Rockford, IL.

Herb...

Oct 12, 2023

Rochelle

Wendy S. Abbott, 66, of Rochelle, passed away Thursday, October 12, 2023, at Generations at Neighbors Nursing Home in Byron. She was born February 20, 1957, in Sycamore, IL, the daughter of John and Uva (Angell) Vosburgh.

Wendy loved the outdoors, going on drives looking for deer, and her dogs. She was a loving...

Oct 8, 2023

Rockford

Osvaldo Amaro, 92, formerly of Rochelle, passed away Sunday, October 8, 2023, at his home surrounded by his loving family and friends. He was born January 28, 1931, in Cuba, the son of Daniel and Aida (Perez) Amaro. He married Maria Abreu on October 31, 1959.

Osvaldo came to the United States from Cuba...

Oct 5, 2023

Rochelle

Colin Ryne Troha, 31, passed away Thursday, October 5, 2023 at home surrounded by his family. Colin was born on August 27, 1992 to Edward L. and Sylvia (Rodriguez) Troha in Rochelle.

Colin had several interests.  Sports were his world. The Hubs, Cubs, and Bears were at the top of his list but for...

Oct 5, 2023

Rochelle

Joanne Coan, 63, of Rochelle passed away Thursday, October 5, 2023 at Serenity Hospice and Home in Oregon, Illinois.  Joanne was born on June 18, 1960 in Rochelle, the daughter of Richard and Olive (Svela) Hickerson.

Joanne was a lifelong member of St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church in Rochelle, where she was baptized and...

Oct 4, 2023

Rochelle

We give thanks for a life well lived and for the peaceful passing of a trustworthy and faithful man.  John Carlton Henze, 88, passed from this life to the next on Wednesday, October 4, 2023.  He enjoyed a full and fruitful life alongside his wife, Joanna, for 67 years of marriage. John was a loyal husband,...

Oct 3, 2023

Rochelle

Sheila Nell Hooghkirk, 73, passed away Tuesday, October 3, 2023 at her home in Rochelle, Illinois.  Sheila was born on October 3, 1950 in Richland Center, WI to Roy W. and Colleen L. (Young) Staum.  She worked in the records and registration department at Northern Illinois University for many years.

Sheila is survived by...

Oct 1, 2023

Rochelle

Shirley Ann Withrow, 81, passed away Sunday, October 1, 2023 in Rochelle at her home.  Shirley was born on March 1, 1942, to Charles and Faye (Nash) Spencer in Rochelle.  On April 16, 1965, she married Jerry Allen Withrow in Rochelle. She provided childcare for many local families for years.

Shirley is survived by...