2024

It is with heavy hearts we announce that Edward E. Allen Jr., Eddie’s spirit, has left his wornout body and is now exploring the universe.

Eddie was known as a hard working man who was fiercely stubborn, good hearted, and a proud father and grandfather.  Although he was a man of few words, he loved telling jokes,...

Dec 23, 2023

Lois M. Wilhelm, 90, of Bloomington, formerly of Ottawa, passed away on Saturday December 23, 2023.

Funeral services will be private with a burial at Ottawa Avenue Cemetery.

Lois was born on January 1, 1933 in Ottawa, the daughter of Herbert and Pauline (Michaels) Trevier.  She married James Wilhelm on March 29, 1951 in Ottawa...

Dec 18, 2023

Brent Schueler. 60, of Ottawa, passed away on December 18, 2023 at OSF St Elizabeth.

Funeral services will be held on Friday, December 29, 2023 at 11a.m. at Gladfelter-Roetker Funeral Home with Pastor David Ufkes officiating.  Burial will follow at Oakwood Memorial Park with military rites accorded by the American Legion Post 33 honor guard.  Visitation will...

Dec 14, 2023

David A. Derbort, age 68, of Ottawa, passed away Thursday, December 14, 2023 at The Pavilion of Ottawa. Private family services will be held. Gladfelter-Roetker Funeral Home is assisting the family. David was born March 24, 1955 in Ottawa, Illinois, to Robert and Beverly (Heminover) Derbort. He married Neysa Barton in Ottawa. Surviving are his wife, Neysa; his son,...

Dec 10, 2023

Jean M. Myer, 86, of Marseilles, passed away on December 10, 2023 at the LaSalle County Nursing Home.

Funeral services will be on Saturday, December 16, 2023 at 11 a.m. at Gladfelter-Roetker Funeral Home with Reverend Duane Kaufman officiating.  Visitation will be from 9 a.m. until the time of service on Saturday at the funeral home. Entombment...

Dec 10, 2023

Reverend Eugene E. Owsley, 94, of Ottawa passed away on December 10, 2023, at the LaSalle County Nursing Home, surrounded by his loving family. Funeral services will be held on Friday December 15th at noon with Pastor Alex Cross officiating. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. until noon on Friday. Burial will follow at Oakwood Memorial Park with military...

Dec 6, 2023

Arthur J. Preci, 68, of Ottawa, passed away December 6, 2023 at OSF St. Elizabeth with his wife by his side.

Funeral services will be on December 15, 2023 at 6 p.m. at Gladfelter-Roetker Funeral Home with Father Nicolas Wilson officiating.  Visitation will be from 4 p.m. until the time of service.

Arthur was born...

Dec 3, 2023

Patricia "Pat" Munari, age 93, of Marseilles, passed away Sunday, December 3, 2023 at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria. Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 A.M. Tuesday, December 12th at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Marseilles with Rev. Sixmund Henry officiating. Interment will be in Oakwood Memorial Park, Ottawa. Visitation will be from 10 AM to...

Dec 1, 2023

Edie Johnson, age 73, of Ottawa, passed away Friday, December 1, 2023 at OSF St. Francis Medical Center, Peoria. Edie was born November 20, 1950 in Aurora, Illinois to Dale and Viola Aldrich. She is survived by three sons, Corey (Cindy) Johnson, Chad Johnson and Matthew Mason; grandchildren, Vincent Johnson, Miranda (Hunter) Brennan, Sasha Willits and Lincoln Mason; and two...

Dec 1, 2023

Nancy Louise Cochran, age 77 of Ottawa, passed away Friday, December 1, 2023 at Aperion Care in Marseilles. Private services will be held with burial in Prairie Center Cemetery. Gladfelter-Roetker Funeral Home is assisting the family. Nancy was born December 10, 1945 in West Frankfort, Illinois to John and Sylvia (Launis) Minor. She married Darrell Cochran May 2, 1998 at...

Nov 29, 2023

Curtis J. Rasmussen, 90, of Standard, passed away on November 29, 2023.

Funeral services will be Sunday, December 10, 2023 at 2 p.m. at Gladfelter-Roetker Funeral Home with Reverend Duane Kaufman officiating.  Visitation will be an hour prior to service.  Gladfelter-Roetker Funeral Home has been entrusted with his services.

Curtis was born on September 26,...

Nov 27, 2023

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Randy Stevenson, a vibrant and enthusiastic member of the hunting and wildlife community. He was widely recognized for his recent achievement in establishing native wetlands at Fowl Ridge Farms, dedicated to ensuring the longevity and protection of migratory birds. Randy brought passion and dedication to his work, leaving a memorable legacy...

Nov 18, 2023

Thomas G. Williams, age 67, of Ottawa, passed away Saturday, November 18, 2023 with his loving family at his side. Funeral services will be 11:00 AM Saturday, November 25th at Gladfelter-Roetker Funeral Home with Reverend Duane Kaufman officiating. Interment will follow in St. Hyacinth Cemetery, LaSalle. Visitation will be from 4:00 to 7:00 PM Friday, November 24th at the...

Nov 13, 2023

Barbara Olson, age 75, of Ottawa, passed away Monday, November 13, 2023 at OSF St. Francis Medical Center, Peoria. Funeral services will be held 10:30 AM Friday, November 17th at Gladfelter-Roetker Funeral Home. A luncheon will follow at the American Legion Post 33 in Ottawa. Visitation will be from 4:00 to 7:00 PM Thursday, November 16th at the funeral...

Nov 9, 2023

Lance W, Valle, 66, of Ottawa, passed away peacefully on November 9, 2023, surrounded by his loving family.

Funeral services will be held 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, November 14th at Gladfelter-Roetker Funeral Home with Monsignor Mark Merdian officiating.  Interment will follow at St. Columba Cemetery.  Visitation will be from 9:00 a.m. to service time Tuesday at the funeral...

Nov 4, 2023

Darlene Kay Burke, age 72, of Marseilles, passed away Saturday, November 4, 2023 at her home with her loving family by her side. Darlene was born July 10, 1951 in Ottawa, Illinois to Delbert and Inez (Hatland) Johnson. She married Lawrence Burke on May 2, 1990 in Ottawa. Surviving are her loving husband, Larry; her son Lee (Bonnie) Clark; a...

Oct 31, 2023

Roger L. Sampson, age 66, of Ottawa, passed away Tuesday, October 31, 2023 at OSF Saint Elizabeth Medical Center, Ottawa. Roger was born September 29, 1957 in Ottawa, to Eaver and Mabel (Martin) Sampson. He is survived by a daughter, Latisha Sampson; a brother, Eaver Sampson, Jr.; and sisters, Linda Anderson and Laurie Applebee. Roger was preceded in death...

Oct 25, 2023

William "Bill" Rognas, age 78, of Ottawa, passed away Wednesday, October 25, 2023 at OSF Saint Elizabeth Medical Center, Ottawa. Bill was born July 25, 1945 in Watertown, South Dakota, a son of Richard and Margaret (Carlson) Rognas. He married Rae Hostetter May 7, 1977 in Canton, Illinois. Surviving are his loving wife Rae; his daughters Laurie (Steve) Harden...

Oct 21, 2023

Coleen O’Neill passed away quietly at home on October 21 from the effects of Bulbar Onset ALS.

A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, October 28 at 4p.m. at Gladfelter-Roetker Funeral Home with Pastor Jason Sprinkle officiating.  Visitation will be from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. the day of the service at the funeral home....

Oct 12, 2023

Neil I. Shambaugh, age 82, passed away on Thursday, October 12, 2023 at the Arc of Dwight in Dwight, Illinois.

Graveside service will be held on Saturday, October 28, at 11 a.m. at Debolt Cemetery in Wedron.  There will be a celebration of life held afterwards at Karma in Wedron.

Neil was born on November...