Obituaries

May 20, 2024

Ronald Nelson Short, born on July 1, 1939, in Moline, IL, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of dedication, hard work, and community service. Ron was the beloved son of Paul Edward Short and Louise Nelson Short. Growing up on the banks of the Rock River, Ron developed a passion for music, playing the piano, tuba,...

May 19, 2024

Thomas Edward Crosby passed away peacefully on May 19, 2024, in Geneseo, IL, at the age of 90. Born on September 17, 1933, in Moline, IL, he was the devoted son of the late Clarence and Elsie (Carley) Crosby.

Thomas's life was marked by a steadfast commitment to his family and country. On...

May 17, 2024

William Daniel Jones, affectionately known to friends and family as Bill, passed away on May 17, 2024, in his hometown of Moline, IL. He was 65. Bill was born on August 27, 1958, to the late Wayne and Delores (Zimmerman) Jones.

He is survived by his son, Nicholas Davis; his siblings, Gary (Christine)...

May 16, 2024

Beverly Joan Harper, 84, passed away on May 16, 2024, at Harmony Utica Ridge in Davenport, IA.

Bev was born on June 8, 1939, in Moline, IL, to parents Everett Edwin and Edna (Sexton) Wildermuth. She married Richard Harper, who preceded her in death on October 8, 2022.

She...

May 9, 2024

Catherine M. DeWitte, affectionately known to many as Cathie, passed away peacefully on May 9, 2024, at 66 in Rock Island, Illinois. Born on August 17, 1957, Cathie's life journey began in Rock Island.

Cathie was a proud graduate of Moline High School, Class of 1975, where she formed lasting friendships and developed...

May 9, 2024

Eduardo "Ed" Villarreal Jr., age 66, of Rock Island, IL, passed away on May 9, 2024, surrounded by his loved ones at his home in Rock Island. Born to Eduardo and Guadalupe (Benavidez) Villarreal on May 3, 1958, in Harlingen, TX. Ed's life was a testament to love, laughter, and cherished moments shared with family and friends....

Apr 21, 2024

Lia R. Woeber, a beacon of generosity and love, passed away peacefully on April 21, 2024, at the age of 52, in Bettendorf, IA, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born on July 30, 1971, in Moline, IL, Lia's life was a testament to her selfless nature and unwavering dedication to her family and friends.

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Apr 16, 2024

Wanda L. Reynolds, a cherished pillar of warmth and kindness, passed away peacefully on April 17, 2024, at Genesis Medical Center in Davenport, Iowa. Born in Greenville, Tennessee, on May 9, 1939, to the late Hugh and Geneva (Fox) Maltsberger. Wanda's vibrant spirit and endearing personality touched the lives of all who knew her.

Apr 6, 2024

Charles Albert Schneider, known affectionately as Charlie to his friends and loved ones, passed away on April 6, 2024, following a courageous battle with a rare brain disorder at 53 years young. Charlie entered this world on April 29, 1970, in Davenport, Iowa, where he was welcomed with open arms by his late parents, George and Kathy...

Apr 5, 2024

Sherry Luann (Windland) Fisher, 59, of Matherville, Illinois, passed away on April 5, 2024, at home following an illness. Sherry was born to Judy and Lewis Windland on April 16, 1964. After graduating from Hempstead High School in Dubuque, Iowa, she married Stephen G. Fisher on August 17, 1985, and had two children. She worked most of...

Mar 27, 2024

Marcelline J. McPherson, 94, of Moline, IL, passed away Wednesday, March 27, 2024, at Hope Creek Nursing Home, East Moline, IL.

Visitation will be on Wednesday, April 3, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 12 noon at Wendt Funeral Home in Moline. Services will be on Wednesday at noon at the funeral home. Burial...

Mar 26, 2024

Suzanne Sour, aged 84, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on the 26th of March 2024 in Peoria, AZ. Suzanne, who was affectionately known as Sue, was born on the 18 of November 1939 to Zan and Vera Gapsis, in Moline, IL.

Sue graduated from Moline Senior High School and then furthered her...

Mar 23, 2024

Eleanor Patricia Devinney Cook, 84, of Rock Island, IL, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Saturday, March 23, 2024, at Silver Cross Nursing Home, Rock Island.

A funeral service will be at 2:00 pm on Saturday, March 30, 2024, at Wendt Funeral Home, Moline, with a visitation from 1:30-2:00 pm before the...

Mar 18, 2024

Terry Arthur Kline, 67, of Davenport, died peacefully on March 18, 2024, at the Genesis East in Davenport, surrounded by his family after a brief period of hospice.

Terry was born on June 3, 1956, in Iowa City, Iowa, the fourth son of Stanley Sol Kline and DeLoris Jane (Pahl, Kline)...

Mar 17, 2024

Julie Anette Foster, age 60, much-loved sister, aunt, and friend died peacefully on Sunday, March 17, 2024, in her home in Moline, Illinois. She was born February 14, 1964, in Aledo, Illinois, the daughter of Raymond and Patricia Foster.

Julie spent her youth in Princeton, Illinois. Her love of horses led her to...

Mar 7, 2024

Margo P. Hall, 89, of Sherrard, IL, passed away Thursday, March 7, 2024, at Hope Creek Nursing Home and Rehabilitation Center, East Moline, IL. Arrangemnets are in the care of Wendt Funeral Home, Moline, IL.

Mar 5, 2024

Samuel Darwin Johnson "Sam" (77) passed away on March 5, 2024, in Rock Island, IL.

Sam was born January 23, 1947, in Moline, IL, to Arvid and Ruth ( Taylor) Johnson and was a lifelong resident. He was preceded in death by both of his parents in 1974. He is survived by his brother, Dexter,...

Mar 4, 2024

Norma Gaskins passed away peacefully on March 4, 2024, at her home in East Moline, IL. She was born on November 9, 1927, in Golconda, IL.

Funeral Services will be Thursday, March 14, 2024, at 5 p.m., with visitation before the service from 3-5 p.m., at Wendt Funeral Home, Moline. Cremation will be accorded following...

Mar 3, 2024

Javier Villarreal, known affectionately as "Javi" to his friends and family, passed away on March 3, 2024, at the age of 20. Born on January 7, 2004, in Rock Island, Illinois. Javi was a beacon of light and joy in the lives of all who knew him. His untimely departure has left a void that cannot be filled, but...

Mar 2, 2024

Inez Kathleen Gustafson, 95, East Peoria formerly of Moline, IL, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 2, 2024, at Methodist Medical Center, Peoria, IL.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 pm, preceded by a visitation at noon, on Thursday, March 7, 2024, at Wendt Funeral Home in Moline. Burial will follow at Rock Island...