Knapp-Johnson Funeral Home and Cremation Center

03/28/2026

MORTON —
Julian Dean Pierce, 85, of Morton, passed away Wednesday, March 25, at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria.

He was born on March 5, 1941 in Little Rock, AR, to Edgar Dewey and Thelma Elby (McGinty) Pierce. Dean married Launa Stevenson on August 6, 1961, in Peoria, Illinois. ...

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03/26/2026

METAMORA – Patricia A. Butler, 85, of Metamora, passed away unexpectantly Tuesday, March 24, 2026, at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria. She was surrounded by her family, whom she loved dearly.

She was born on June 14, 1940, in Peoria, Illinois, to Emil and Helen (Reed) Hawksworth. Pa...

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03/26/2026

MORTON – Dorothy A. Isenberg, 91, of Raytown, Missouri, formerly of Morton, passed away on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at her residence.

She was born on December 8, 1934, in Rock Island, Illinois, to Merle and Hazel (Pegg) Jackson. Dorothy married Emery Isenberg on April 11, 1954, in Erie, I...

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03/25/2026

Every family has their own unique wishes when it comes to saying goodbye. Whether you choose burial or cremation, what matters most is creating a service that reflects your loved one’s life, values, and story.

At Knapp-Johnson Funeral Home and Cremation Center, we’re here to help you explore every option and design a service that feels meaningful and personal. 💐

Reach out to us at (309) 263-7426 to talk through what’s possible.

03/23/2026

Opal J. Rocke, 95 of Morton, passed away at Apostolic Christian Restmor in Morton.

She was born on June 24, 1930, in Martinsville, Virginia to Roy and Doris (Thomasson) Gregory.

She married Wayne Rocke on April 17, 1954, and they enjoyed nearly 69 years of committed and godly marriag...

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03/22/2026

Morton – Thomas N. “Tom” Wilcox, 68, of Morton, passed away on Thursday, March 19, 2026, at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria.

Tom was born on July 3, 1957, in Pontiac, Illinois, to Bill and Patsy (Clevenger) Wilcox.

Surviving are his children, Michael (Ashley) Wilcox of Cape ...

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03/22/2026

MORTON – Janet Ruth Dullard, of Morton, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 17th, 2026 surrounded by her family at MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston.

Janet was born January 24th, 1963, to George and Ruth Opperman in Lincoln, IL. She was preceded in death by her parents. She is surviv...

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03/21/2026

MORTON – Lois I. McDonald, 90, of Morton, passed away Friday, March 13, 2026, at Carle Health Pekin Hospital.

She was born on November 29, 1935, in Dwight, Illinois, to Clarence and Esther (Davidsen) Kingman.

Surviving are her daughter, Marci (Steve) Hogue of Pekin; son, Brad (Barbar...

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03/20/2026

MORTON – John Anthony C**n, 80, of Morton, passed away Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at his home surrounded by his family.

He was born on December 20, 1945, in Galesburg, Illinois, to Ivan John and Janet (Cochran) C**n. John married Linda Collister on August 4, 1968, in Galva, Illinois.
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03/20/2026

Morton – Rosemary Russell, 98, of Morton, passed away Thursday, March 19, 2026, at the Apostolic Christian Home of Eureka.

She was born on March 28, 1927, in Peoria, Illinois, to Francis and Margaret (Lewis) Loser, Sr. Rosemary married G. Franklin Russell on May 6, 1950. He preceded her in d...

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03/17/2026

MORTON — Kenneth Cletus “KC” Jones, 82, of Morton, went home to be with his Lord on Monday, March 16, 2026, at Apostolic Christian Restmor in Morton.

He was born on June 4, 1943, in Evansville, Indiana, to Gilbert C. and Tressa Nadine (Acord) Jones. After his father passed away, KC was rais...

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03/17/2026

Today is a reminder to slow down and appreciate the traditions, stories, and connections that shape our lives — no matter our background. Whether you’re gathering with family, sharing a meal, or simply reflecting, we hope the day brings a moment of warmth and meaning. 💚