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Maureen   "Tootie" M. (Larson)  Sears

Maureen "Tootie" M. (Larson) Sears

May 15, 2025

Maureen "Tootie" M. Sears, beloved mother, wife, and friend, passed away peacefully at the age of 82 on May 15, 2025, at Allure of Geneseo in Geneseo, Illinois. A cherished member of the Cambridge community and formerly from Davenport, Iowa, Tootie leaves behind a legacy of love, creativity, and compassion.

Born on November 18, 1942, at St....

Brian T. Parkinson

Brian T. Parkinson

May 14, 2025

Brian T.  Parkinson, 69, of Milan, Illinois, passed away peacefully on May 14, 2025.

Brian was a proud graduate of Alleman High School (class of '73) in Rock Island and went on to earn his MBA in finance from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Though he had many interests and accomplishments, he chose a quiet and...

Cecelia Beth Ater

Cecelia Beth Ater

May 13, 2025

Cecelia Beth Ater, 66, of Rock Island, passed away Tuesday, May 13, 2025, at her home surrounded by family.

A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, May 20, 2025, at Wheelan-Pressly Funeral Home and Crematory, 3030 7th Avenue, Rock Island. Visitation will be held one hour prior from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. Tuesday at...

F. Eugene (Gene) Malcolm

F. Eugene (Gene) Malcolm

May 13, 2025

F. Eugene (Gene) Malcolm, 86, of Rock Island, passed away Tuesday, May 13, 2025, at UnityPoint Health-Trinity, Rock Island.

Gene was born Bastille Day 1938, in Galesburg, Illinois, to Chauncey F. Sr. and Eva M. (Peterson) Malcolm. He graduated from Alwood High School and Western Illinois University. Gene worked on the family farm in his younger years....

Diane (Eggleston)  Mayfield

Diane (Eggleston) Mayfield

May 12, 2025

Diane A. Eggleston-Mayfield, 64, of Rock Island, passed away Monday May 12, 2025 at UPH Trinity, Rock Island.

Funeral services will be 11:00AM Saturday May 24, 2025 at Wheelan-Pressly Funeral Home and Crematory, Rock Island. The family will greet friends from 10:00Am to service time.

Diane was born on October 6, 1960 in Columbus, Mississippi,...

Glenn "Cy" A Scherer

Glenn "Cy" A Scherer

May 12, 2025

Glenn "Cy" A. Scherer Jr., 83, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 12, 2025 at Country Manor in Davenport.  A Visitation will be held at 10:00 AM with Funeral services following at 11:00 AM on Saturday, May 17, 2025 at Wheelan-Pressly Funeral Home and Crematory, Rock Island.  Christian Burial will take place at Rock Island Memorial Park.

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Dennis E. Thompson

Dennis E. Thompson

May 12, 2025

Dennis "Butch" Thompson, 72, of Rock Island, formerly of Reynolds, died peacefully at home surrounded by his family on Monday May 12, 2025.

Private graveside services will be held Wednesday May 21, 2025 in Rock Island National Cemetery, with Military Honors presented by Milan American Legion Post No. 569. A Celebration of Life gathering will be held...

Helane Carol Golden

Helane Carol Golden

May 12, 2025

Helane Carol Golden, 73, died on May 12th in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. A memorial service will be held at the Beit Shalom Jewish Community on Thursday, May 15th at 11:00 AM with Rabbi Henry Karp officiating. A celebration of her life will be held in Cedar Rapids at a later date. Memorial contributions can be made to Transitions Mental...

Bill Darwin Nelson

Bill Darwin Nelson

May 11, 2025

On May 11, 2025 at 4:10am, the King of the Road, "Cash," Bill Darwin Nelson, 57, Moline, IL took his final ride at UnityPoint-Trinity in Rock Island, surrounded by love. On May 10, Bill was honored with an Honor Walk—a powerful and selfless moment as he gave the gift of life through organ donation. His strength, even in his...

Marilyn J. (Murphy)  Naab

Marilyn J. (Murphy) Naab

May 10, 2025

Marilyn J. Naab, 85, of Rock Island, passed away Saturday May 10, 2025 at her home.

A visitation will be held from 4:00-7:00PM Tuesday May 20, 2025 at Wheelan-Pressly Funeral Home and Crematory, Rock Island. Memorials may be left in her name to Quad City Animal Welfare Center, Milan or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

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Iona M Martin

Iona M Martin

May 9, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Iona M Martin.  She passed away unexpectedly on May 9th, 2025, in Silvis, Il after a tough battle with cancer.

Iona was born on January 19, 1954, to Freemont & Helen Herring in Moline, Il. She was the youngest of 3 children.  Her childhood...

Emma Grace Stephenson

Emma Grace Stephenson

May 9, 2025

It's with profound gratitude in our hearts that we share the incredible legacy of Emma Grace Stephenson, whose impact will never fade. Emma passed away Friday, May 9, 2025.

Born August 28, 1996, in Davenport, Emma was an athlete who played football in Junior High School, participated in track and field, earned her double green belt in...

Beverly "Bev" J. (Samuelson)  Wilson

Beverly "Bev" J. (Samuelson) Wilson

May 9, 2025

Beverly "Bev" J. (Samuelson) Wilson was born June 11, 1929, in Moline, the daughter of Herbert and Bernice (Hultgren) Samuelson. She married Fred W. Wilson on March 24, 1957, in Osco.

Visitation will be held from 10:00am to 11:00am on Thursday, May 15, 2025, at Grace Church PC (USA). The service will follow at 11:00am at the...

John Harder Sr.

John Harder Sr.

May 9, 2025

John Harder Sr., aged 89, of Aledo, Illinois, passed away peacefully at home on May 9, 2025. In accordance with his wishes, cremation rites have been granted, and there will be no formal services held. Wheelan-Pressly Funeral Home and Crematory in Milan is assisting the family during this difficult time.

Born on January 3, 1936, in Moline,...

Marsha   "Gail" (Westbrook)  Hotchkiss

Marsha "Gail" (Westbrook) Hotchkiss

May 9, 2025

Marsha "Gail" Hotchkiss, age 78, of Milan, Illinois, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 9, 2025, at UnityPoint Health – Trinity in Rock Island. In honoring her wishes, cremation rites have been accorded. A private graveside service will be held at Greenview Memorial Gardens in East Moline.

Gail was born on March 5, 1947, in Winfield, Alabama,...

Donna L Pauley

Donna L Pauley

May 8, 2025

Donna L. Pauley, 84, of Milan passed away on Thursday, May 8, 2025 at home.

A memorial visitation will be held from 4:00 to 6:00 pm on Thursday, May 15th, 2025 at Wheelan-Pressly Funeral Home and Crematory, Milan. Private inurnment will be in Chippiannock Cemetery, Rock Island. Memorials may be left in care of your favorite charity...

Todd Eugene Fitzpatrick

Todd Eugene Fitzpatrick

May 4, 2025

Todd Eugene Fitzpatrick, 63, of Rock Island, passed away Sunday, May 4, 2025, at OSF Saint Francis Medical Center, Peoria.

Funeral services will be held at 9:30 a.m., Saturday, May 10, 2025, at Wheelan-Pressly Funeral Home and Crematory, 201 E. 4th Avenue, Milan. Visitation will be held from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m., Friday, May 9, 2025, at...

Beatrice "Bea" (Trainque)  Besick

Beatrice "Bea" (Trainque) Besick

May 3, 2025

Beatrice "Bea" Besick, 67, of Agency, Iowa, passed away Saturday, May 3, 2025, at University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, Iowa City, Iowa.

Bea was born March 31, 1958, in Berlin, New Hampshire, daughter of Wilfred and Yvette (Fontaine) Trainque. Bea spent a short time working in the trucking industry, but where she thrived was at home...

David M Fisher

David M Fisher

May 3, 2025

David Monroe Fisher, 35, of Silvis, IL passed away on May 3, 2025 at his home. The family will be a having a memorial service for him at 11:00 AM on Saturday, May 10, 2025 at First Baptist Church in Silvis. Memorials may be made to the family.

David was born to Brent and Laura (Brannan) Fisher...

Johnny Bishop Tingle

Johnny Bishop Tingle

May 2, 2025

Johnny Bishop Tingle, age 78, of Rock Island, IL, passed away on May 2, 2025 in Katy, TX. He was born on April 14, 1947 in Moline, IL to Thomas (Sr.) and Mary Tingle.

Johnny graduated from Rock Island High School and then entered the Air Force in 1965. He was stationed in Dover, DE and honorably...

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