Zieren Funeral Home

05/26/2026

🌹 In Loving Memory of James G. Schlarman 🌹

Our prayers are with the family and friends of James G. Schlarman. Jim passed away on May 20, 2026, at 73 years of age.

Please visit Jim's memorial page at the link below to read his obituary or to find information on his Celebration of Life service.

Fare you well, Jim. May the four winds blow you safely home. 🌹

Jim was born on August 20th, 1952 and passed away on May 20th, 2026 at the age of 73

05/23/2026

Here's some information on the Memorial Day program at Carlyle Township Cemetery.

Retired Army Col. Rachele Smith to speak at Carlyle Memorial Day service
(Monday, May 25, at 10 a.m. at Carlyle Cemetery)
https://www.thebreesejournal.com/main-news/15580-retired-army-col-rachele-smith-to-speak-at-carlyle-memorial-day-service

05/20/2026

🕊️Janice A. Donaldson, 1942 + 2026🕊️

With sadness, we share the obituary of Janice A. Donaldson. Janice passed away on May 19, 2026, at 83 years of age.

All services will be private, but we invite you to use the link below to read her obituary or to send a condolence message or gift to her family.
https://zierenfuneralhome.com/obituaries/janice-donaldson

May her soul, and the souls of all the departed, rest in eternal peace...Amen. 🕊️

Janice was born on June 29th, 1942 and passed away on May 19th, 2026 at the age of 83

05/19/2026

🕊️ Donald L. Maschhoff, 1945 + 2026 🕊️

Our prayers are with the family and friends of Mr. Donald L. Maschhoff. Don passed away on Monday, May 18, 2026, at 80 years of age.

To view Mr. Maschhoff's service and obituary information, please visit his memorial page here: https://www.zierenfuneralhome.com/obituaries/donald-maschhoff

Eternal rest grant unto Don, and let perpetual light shine upon him. May he rest in peace...Amen.

Donald was born on July 2nd, 1945 and passed away on May 18th, 2026 at the age of 80

05/18/2026

05/14/2026

The Veterans Assistance Commission of Clinton County is available to help veterans and their families with benefits and assistance they are entitled to.

For more information please email vaccc@clintonco.illinois.gov or call 618-594-0101 to schedule an appointment!

Colbey is very knowledgeable and happy to help!

https://www.facebook.com/share/1CfYENUq3K/

The Veterans Assistance Commission of Clinton County acts as a local advocate and facilitator, working with various veteran service organizations and government agencies to ensure veterans receive their entitled benefits and quality of life deserve.

05/12/2026

Prayers of peace and comfort are with the family and friends of Carmen L. Jansen. Carmen passed away on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, at 65 years of age.

Please visit Carmen's memorial page here to view her service and obituary information:
https://www.zierenfuneralhome.com/obituaries/carmen-jansen

Heavenly Father, We thank You for the life of Carmen. Her kindness, faith, and love touched everyone she met. As we remember her time with us, let our gratitude rise higher than our sorrow. We praise You for the gift of her presence and the lessons she left behind. Though our hearts ache, we celebrate her journey home to You. Amen.

Carmen was born on February 3rd, 1961 and passed away on May 12th, 2026 at the age of 65

05/08/2026

🕊️ Robert H. Montgomery 🕊️

With sadness, we share the passing of Robert H. Montgomery. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends at this difficult time.

To view Mr. Montgomery's obituary or to donate in his memory, please visit his memorial page below.

Eternal rest grant unto him, and let perpetual light shine upon him. May he rest in peace...Amen.

https://www.zierenfuneralhome.com/obituaries/robert-montgomery-2026

05/04/2026

🕊️ Donald R. Koch, 1956 - 2026 🕊️

With sadness, we share the obituary and service information for Donald R. Koch. Don passed away on Thursday, April 30, 2026, at 69 years of age.

To view Don's service and obituary, please visit his memorial page here: https://www.zierenfuneralhome.com/obituaries/donald-koch-2026

💈 May Don's soul rest in eternal peace...Amen. 💈

Don was born on December 5th, 1956 and passed away on April 30th, 2026 at the age of 69

04/20/2026

🕊️ In Loving Memory of Ronald Lager 🕊️

Our prayers are with the family and friends of Ronald Lager. Ron passed away on Monday, April 20, 2026, at age 77.

To view Ron's obituary or to offer condolences to his family, please visit his memorial page here: https://zierenfuneralhome.com/obituaries/ronald-lager

Eternal rest grant unto Ron, and let perpetual light shine upon him. May his soul rest in eternal peace, Amen. 🕊️

Ron was born on June 13th, 1948 and passed away on April 20th, 2026 at the age of 77

04/20/2026

With sadness, we announce the passing of Wanda L. Lippert Twenhafel. Wanda passed away on Monday, April 20, 2026, at 85 years of age.

To view Wanda's obituary and service information, please visit her memorial page here: https://zierenfuneralhome.com/obituaries/wanda-twenhafel

Into your hands, O merciful Savior, we commend your servant Wanda. Acknowledge, we humbly beseech you, a sheep of your own fold, a lamb of your own flock, a sinner of your own redeeming. Receive her into the arms of your mercy, into the blessed rest of everlasting peace, and into the glorious company of the saints in light. Amen.

Wanda was born on February 14th, 1941 and passed away on April 20th, 2026 at the age of 85