Local obituaries forMississippi Valley Cremation & Direct Burial
Michael Conroy
Dec 22, 2023
Michael J. Conroy Jr., known fondly as Mike to his friends and family, completed his valiant and inspiring battle with cancer on December 22, 2023, at his residence in Rock Island, IL surrounded by his family. Born in Davenport, IA, on September 15, 1949, Mike's journey through life was marked by courage, intelligence, and an abundance of love that he...
Katherina Handel
Dec 21, 2023
Katherina Handel, 75, of Savanna, IL, passed away Thursday, December 21, 2023, at MercyOne Hospital, Clinton , IL. Arrangements are pending at Mississippi Valley Cremation & Direct Burial, Moline.
Stacey Rowland
Dec 19, 2023
Stacey Jo Rowland, 62, of Galesburg, IL, passed away on December 19, 2023 at Seminary Manor in Galesburg. Cremation rites have been accorded and no services will be held at this time. Mississippi Valley Cremation and Direct Burial are in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be made at mvcremation.com. Stacey was born on December 9, 1961 in Galesburg, IL,...
Tommy Henderson
Dec 17, 2023
Tommy Henderson, 81, of Davenport, passed away Sunday, December 17, 2023, at his residence. A full obituary will be available soon. Family and friends are invited to share memories and express condolences on his Memory Page at mvcremation.com
Timothy Warren
Dec 16, 2023
Timothy "Tim" Warren of Wilton, IA, age 75, passed away on December 16, 2023, in Iowa City, IA. He was preceded in death by his son Reed, daughter-in-law Gina Warren, his brother Tom Warren and his parents, Lorretta and Winthrop Warren. He will be remembered by his spouse, Alexis Warren; his children, Tami Warren-Henry (Jim Henry) and Chad Warren; stepchildren...
Tony Stoner
Dec 14, 2023
Tony Wayne Stoner was born on April 29, 1954, the youngest of 15 children. Born to Oscar and Thelma (Caldwell) Stoner. He passed away December 14, 2023, in his home surrounded by his loving wife of 46 years, Tamara, and his family. Tony and Tamara (Gorden) Stoner were married on July 9, 1977. Tony graduated from Kewanee High School in...
Gary Grebner
Dec 11, 2023
Gary L. Grebner, 76, of Hampton, IL, passed away Monday, December 11, 2023, at Clarissa Cook Hospice House, Bettendorf, IA, after a 2.5-year battle with glioblastoma brain cancer. He was born in Metamora, IL, near Peoria, IL, on August 18, 1947, to Leo and Dorothy (Hoffer) Grebner. He graduated from Bradley University in Peoria, IL, in 1969 with a BS...
Glenn D. Wheeler
Dec 10, 2023
Glenn Dale Wheeler, 81, of Illinois City, IL, passed away Sunday, December 10, 2023, at Clarissa C Cook Hospice House, Bettendorf, IA. Arrangements are pending at Mississippi Valley Cremation & Direct Burial, Moline.
Linda England
Dec 10, 2023
"I think the next best thing to solving a problem is finding some humor in it." –Frank A. Clark. Linda Marie England’s problem was Acute Myeloid Leukemia, which took her from this world, her family, and friends on December 10, 2023, at her beloved Bellagio in Las Vegas. Linda was born on August 29, 1948, to Harold Lewis “Tex” and...
Theresa Gill
Dec 7, 2023
Theresa C. Gill, 61, of Rock Island, IL, passed away Thursday, December 7, 2023, at her residence. Per her request, there will be no services. Family and friends are invited to share memories and express condolences on her Memory Wall at mvcremation.com. .
Hudson Harris
Dec 6, 2023
Hudson D. Harris, a cherished soul known for his infectious laughter and warm heart, passed away on December 6, 2023, at the age of 69. Born on September 29, 1954, in Moline, Illinois, Hudson's life was a tapestry of love, service, and joy that touched many. A Graveside service will be at 12:00 pm, Friday, December 15, 2023, at Rock...
Thomas Brobston
Dec 5, 2023
Thomas M. Brobston, 79, of Gerlaw, IL, passed away on December 5, 2023, surrounded by his loved ones. Tom was born on May 14, 1944, to Evelyn and Richard Brobston in Fairfield, IA. As soon as he turned eighteen, Tom began working at John Deere-Harvester Works. Three years later, he made the best decision he has ever made, and married...
Leslie Kilgore
Dec 2, 2023
Leslie Kilgore, 69, of Camanche, IA, passed away Saturday, December 2, 2023, at MercyOne Medical Center, Clinton, IA. A full obituary will be available soon. Please leave condolences for the family on his Memory Page at mvcremation.com
Cheryl Sickler
Nov 28, 2023
Cheryl Gene Sickler, 76, of Bettendorf, passed away on Nov. 28, 2023 peacefully in the comfort of her home, surrounded by her loving family and pets. Cheryl was born in Davenport on July 30, 1947, to the late Arleen (Keiser) and Gene Smith. She spent the majority of her life in the Quad Cities where she called Bettendorf home. Cheryl...
Eda Nipper
Nov 24, 2023
In the gentle town of Sterling, born in fifty-eight, Eda Nipper arrived, her spirit innate. On a September morn, as the world spun its tale, A life of pure heart and love did unveil. She danced through the years with a joyous beam, Collecting her dreams as one would a stream. With cats, music, and swimming, she found her delight,...
Betty Kaesbauer
Nov 24, 2023
Betty Jo Kaesbauer, a Loving Grandma, Passed Away at Age 68. Betty Jo ‘BJ’ Kaesbauer, a loving wife, mother, and grandma, passed away peacefully at her home in Rock Island, Illinois, on November 24, 2023, at the age of 68. Born on June 23, 1955, in Arkansas, Betty Jo was the daughter of Steven Huff Brown Jr. and Hazel Norine...
Norman Berglund
Nov 22, 2023
Norman Berglund, 62, of Davenport, IA, passed away Wednesday, November 22, 2023, at his residence. Arrangements are pending at Mississippi Valley Cremation & Direct Burial, Moline. A full obituary will be available soon. Family and friends are invited to share memories and express condolences on his Memory Page at mvcremation.com
Ivy Willits
Nov 21, 2023
Ivy Lynn Willits 65, of Aledo, Illinois, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Tuesday November 21, 2023, at Genesis Medical Center, Aledo. Per Ivys wishes there will be no services. A celebration of life will be set up at a later date. Memorials may be made to the family. Mississippi Valley Cremation and Direct Burial, Moline, is handling her...
Richard Hakes
Nov 20, 2023
Richard Dale "Rich" Hakes, a beloved husband, stepfather, brother, and friend passed away peacefully on November 20, 2023, due to a sudden illness. Born in Davenport, IA on July 28, 1956, he spent his entire life in the city he loved, and he died in the same place where his story began. Rich was a proud graduate of West High...
Barbara Knowlton
Nov 19, 2023
Barbara J. Knowlton, 92, of Moline, IL, passed away Sunday, November 19, 2023, at Hope Creek Care Center, Moline, IL. Arrangements are pending at Mississippi Valley Cremation & Direct Burial, Moline.
