Obituaries

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John T. Birkenheier

John T. Birkenheier, 78, of Galena, IL, passed away peacefully in the arms of his devoted wife Joni on Monday, March 23, 2026, at Stonehill in Dubuque, IA. Private family...

Shelley Busch Kubik

Shelley Robin Busch-Kubik, 52, of Loveland, CO, passed away on March 19, 2026, in Loveland. A funeral service will be held at 11 AM on Saturday, April 4, 2026, at...

Joseph “Joe” Kieffer

Joseph F. “Joe” Kieffer, 61, of Galena, IL, passed away Tuesday, March 10, 2026. A celebration of life will be held on Sunday, May 3, 2026, from 1 to 4...

Cheryl A. Birkbeck

On March 2, 2026, a beloved mother, sister, and grandmother, Cheryl A. Birkbeck, 67 of Galena, IL, passed away at Mercy One. A celebration of life will be held on...

Joyce M. Christensen

Joyce M. Christensen, 77 of Galena, IL, passed away Monday, March 2, 2026, at her home. A memorial service will be held on Monday, March 9, 2026, at 1 PM...

Joseph “Joe” W. Offerman

Joseph “Joe” William Offerman, 92 of Galena, IL, passed away Wednesday, February 25, 2026, at Midwest Medical Center, Galena. Joe’s life was filled with love, laughter, and an impressive collection...

Michael J. Bergles

Michael John Bergles, Age 63, of Palatine, Illinois, passed away this past Thursday February 19, leaving behind a lifetime of love, laughter, and devotion to his family. Born on May...

Marlys D. Buelow

Marlys D. Buelow, 75, passed away on December 15, 2025. A memorial service will be held on April 18, 2026, at 1:30 PM at Grace Episcopal Church in Galena, IL...

Donald W. Ballard

Donald Wesley Ballard passed away peacefully at home in Galena, IL, on February 6, 2026. He was 75 years old. He will be laid to rest at Arlington National Cemetery...

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  1. Lucille Thiltgen Reply

    We always enjoyed time spent with Ozzie and Lucille. We had good visiting and enjoyed playing cards.God bless them. Laurel Nemec and family

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