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Kelly R. Camp, 73

Kelly R. Camp (Coach Camp), 73, of Harvard, entered eternal rest on August 14, 2024, surrounded by his loving family.  He was born in Harvard on March 1, 1951, to Robert and Joan Camp.  He married Pamela Pagles on July 28, 1973, and rejoiced at celebrating 51 years of marriage.  Kelly was the beloved husband of Pam, the loving father to David Camp (Nicole Larsen) and Brian (Jennifer) Camp, the very proud grandfather of Drew and Kendall Camp and he loved Mason, Martin and Anthony as his own. He was the dear brother to Lana (Scot), brother-in-law to Jim (Linda) Pagles, brother-in-law to Susan (John) Schwartzbauer, nephew to Dolly Carbonetti and Betty Garey, uncle to Jonathan, Joshua, Keith, Kari, Kylie

Bryan Charles Dahm, 36

Bryan Charles Dahm, 36, of Woodstock IL, passed away Saturday August 17th 2024. He was born December 30th 1987 in Woodstock, IL. Son of Christopher and Ellen Dahm, brother to Jen and Phil. On April 5th 2019 Bryan married Cindy Colosi in Playa Mujeres Mexico. Together, Bryan and Cindy welcomed children Jack in 2020 and Laura 2021. Bryan will be remembered by the countless friends he made, family he loved and memories he created with them all. There was no question about who Bryan was, he held his beliefs close and wore them proudly. He was full of life and lived each day to the fullest.  A proud dad, you could often find Jack or Laura on his lap. Bryan

Sharon Barger, 78

“And now here is my secret, a very simple secret: It is only with the heart that one sees rightly; what is essential is invisible to the eye.”   from The Little Prince by Antoine de Saint-Exupery Sharon Barger, who loved these words, passed away on July 22, 2024, following complications from surgery. Born Sharon Elaine Heuerman on Jan. 3, 1946, in Oregon, Ill., she spent her childhood under the loving guidance of her parents Ailt and Lila. She was the middle of five siblings, all of whom remember a life where a good work ethic and compassion for others were important. Sharon attended Luther College in Decorah, Iowa and later transferred to Northern Illinois University, where she earned her degree

John Alton Kise, Jr., 55

John Alton Kise, Jr. passed away on Aug 10, 2024. He was born on April 2, 1969 in Hinsdale, Illinois to John (Jack) A. Kise, Sr. and Karen A. Kise and was the youngest of three children with two older sisters Elizabeth and Mearl. He was raised in Woodstock where he resided most of his life. He was baptized at Salem Lutheran Church in Blue Island, Illinois. He was confirmed at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Woodstock. As a child he liked to ride his motorcycle around the old farm fields near the Todd Woods area of Woodstock. He was also active in Boy Scouts and loved camping. He learned to play the guitar with Eunice Mast. He attended Woodstock

Sondra Emma Flood, 86

Sondra Emma (Wilke) Flood, age 86, died peacefully in her home on August 10, 2024. Sondra was born on December 31, 1937, in Blue Earth, MN. She grew up in Chicago, was an alumnus of Luther North High School, and married the love of her life, James (Jim) Flood in 1963. Sondra was a dedicated wife, mother, and grandmother who loved gardening, travelling, and hosting friends and family. She also participated in numerous local organization and charities including: president of Woodstock Welcome Wagon; Woodstock Garden Club; Woodstock Memorial Hospital’s Women’s Auxiliary, co-managing their local gift shop; and president of Woodstock Fine Arts Association. Sondra was proceeded in death by her husband James Francis Flood; parents, Arthur and Bernice (Anderson) Wilke;

Alice Marilyn Buchholz, 96

Alice Marilyn Buchholz (nee Heinrich), 96, died peacefully on August 2, 2024 in Long Grove, Illinois. She was born in Chicago on August 24, 1927, to the late William and Frances (nee Sauer) Heinrich, and was preceded in death by her husband John Buchholz and brothers John (Alice), Norman (Elenore), Bob (Diane) and Lee (Barbara) Heinrich. She was the devoted mother of Jane (Michael) Griffin and Jill (Donald) Minner; loving grandmother of Jason (Jackie Curran) Griffin, Alison (Justin Freiberg) Griffin, Mark (Anna Niehaus) Minner, and Courtney (Erik) Johnson; cherished great grandmother of Emerson, Audrey-Rose, Rowan and Brennan Griffin, and Henry Johnson; beloved sister to Marilyn (Joe) Weiland and Judy Georgias (Al Thomale); several dear cousins; adored aunt to many nieces

Theodore Eugene Lind, 84

Theodore Eugene Lind, 84, was taken from us tragically and suddenly last week. His legacy is defined by his proud service as an Avionics Officer Technical Instructor in the United States Air Force, as an accomplished Manager of Advanced Engineering at Motorola, and above all, as a devoted family man to his wife, daughter, and three grandkids. Adopted son of Agnes Zupan and Nicholas Lind, Ted was born in 1940 and raised in Irving Park, Chicago, for most of his formative years before relocating to the rural suburb of Richmond, Illinois, shortly after starting highschool. Ted graduated from Richmond-Burton Community High School in 1958 as a National Merit Scholar, prospering in his new environment. However, his achievements in highschool were

Carol Jean Stassen, 95

Carol Jean Stassen, (age 95, nee White) passed away at Huntley Hospital Sunday, July 28, 2024, surrounded by loving family members. She was born in Woodstock, Illinois, on February 10, 1929, to Albert August White and Hilda Bertha (Hoch) White. Carol met Henry Stassen in High School while attending Luther League at the Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church in Woodstock and after a seven-year courtship, they married on March 22, 1952 at that same church. In 1967 Henry and Carol founded The Stassen Insurance Agency. Their youngest son, John, joined the Agency in 1979, continuing the Stassen legacy. Well respected and greatly loved by all the staff, Carol worked at the Agency until she was 90 years old. Carol was an

Kristoffer Jarrett Radke, 41

Kristoffer Jarrett Radke, 41, passed away on July 25, 2024. Born on March 8, 1983 in Woodstock, IL, Kris spent his summers with his grandparents on their apple orchard, creating cherished memories that lasted a lifetime. Enjoyed fishing with his father and brother on Wonder Lake catching catfish and walleye. A dedicated fan of the Chicago Cubs, Bears, and Bulls, Kris found joy in watching his favorite teams play. His love for travel allowed him to explore new places and create lasting memories with his family. Embracing life as an Arizonian, Kris had a passion for animals, often showing deep compassion and care for them. He enjoyed spending time with his brother, gazing at the stars through their telescope. Kris

Floyd E. McPherson, 83

On July 6, 2024, in Orange Park, Florida, surrounded by love and courage, Floyd E. McPherson peacefully departed after bravely facing Lewy Body Dementia and Parkinson’s disease. Born in Elgin, Illinois on June 9, 1941, Floyd was the cherished son of Glenn and M. Bernice McPherson, growing up amidst the beauty of Pingree Grove, Hampshire, and Woodstock, Illinois. Floyd embodied kindness and gentleness, finding joy in his family, travels, bowling, CB radios, camping, and the simple pleasures of yard work under the open sky. His heart overflowed during his cherished fishing expeditions with lifelong friends turned family. In 1978, Floyd united his life with his best friend and soulmate, Barb, crafting a remarkable journey together. They lovingly nurtured four children,

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