Local obituaries forMississippi Valley Cremation & Direct Burial
Deanna Hitchcock
Dec 28, 2023
Deanna J. Hitchcock, a cherished mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on December 28, 2023, of natural causes at the age of 77. Born on September 21, 1946, in Rock Island, Illinois, Deanna's life was a testament to her loving, selfless, and courageous spirit. Dee, as she was affectionately known by those close to her, graduated from Rockridge...
Karlyn Gomez
Dec 27, 2023
Karlyn Kay Gomez, 83 , of Davenport, IA, passed away Wednesday, December 27, 2023, at Iowa Masonic Health Facilities, Bettendorf, IA. Arrangements are pending at Mississippi Valley Cremation & Direct Burial, Moline.
N. Joe Hancock
Dec 26, 2023
N. Joe Hancock August 10, 1961 – December 26, 2023 Joe was a loyal, caring man who loved his friends and his dogs. His passion was fishing. He loved spending time on the river or a lake. He had a big heart and was willing to help anyone in need. He was a grill cook at West End Club for...
Robert Baclet
Dec 25, 2023
Robert Wayne Baclet, 79, formerly of Eldridge, IA, passed away on Monday, December 25, 2023, at the Kahl Home in Davenport, IA, after battling several health issues. Per his wishes, cremation rites will be accorded, and there will be no services held at this time. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Memorials may be made...
Steven Reese
Dec 22, 2023
Steven Farrell Reese, 71, formerly of Clinton, IA, passed away Friday, December 22, 2023, in Davenport, IA. Arrangements are pending at Mississippi Valley Cremation & Direct Burial, Moline.
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,...






