Knapp-Johnson Funeral Home and Cremation Center

11/28/2025

MORTON – Nancy L. Chiang, 90, of Morton, passed away on November 26, 2025 in Peoria at OSF St. Francis.
She was born on February 26, 1935 in Nanjing, China to Y.C. and T.S. (Tsao) Lou.
Nancy married Chi-yung Chiang on April 23, 1961, in Taipei, Taiwan.
Surviving are her husband, Chi-yung of M...

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11/28/2025

The wait is almost over! 🎄Join us tomorrow for Morton’s Hometown Holidays Christmas Parade & Tree Lighting starting at 5:30 PM!

Enjoy festive fun with food trucks, Santa & Mrs. Claus, reindeer, and more — plus carriage rides hosted by Knapp-Johnson Funeral Home & Cremation Center! 🐴✨

We can’t wait to celebrate with you!

11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at Knapp-Johnson Funeral Home and Cremation Center! Wishing everyone a peaceful and joyful Thanksgiving surrounded by those who matter most. 🍁🦃

11/25/2025

MORTON – Kent R. Collins, 83, of Morton, passed away Monday, November 24, 2025, at Apostolic Christian Restmor in Morton.

He was born on February 22, 1942, in Ellery, Illinois to Albert and Meredith (Goodson) Collins. Kent married Nina L. Reid on September 16, 1967, in Albion, Illinois. She...

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11/24/2025

WASHINGTON – Edward F. "Snooks" Birkner, 84, of Washington, Illinois, passed away on November 21, 2025, at Richard L. Owens Hospice Home in Peoria, after a brief illness.

He was born on February 11, 1941, in Worth Township in Woodford County, to Edward and Lenora Birkner. Ed married Juanita ...

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11/21/2025

We’re getting into the holiday spirit — the Hometown Holidays Parade & Tree Lighting is just one week away! 🎄

Join us next Saturday, November 29th at 5:30 PM for a fun-filled evening with hot chocolate, popcorn, live entertainment, Santa & Mrs. Claus, real reindeer, and miniature Highland cows!

Be sure to stop by Knapp-Johnson Funeral Home & Cremation Center for a cozy carriage ride during the festivities. 🐴✨

We can’t wait to celebrate the start of the holiday season with our amazing Morton community! ❤️

11/20/2025

MORTON – Dean Nestrud, 70, a devoted husband, father and grandfather, went to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, at Arcadia Care in Bloomington, Illinois, after a thirteen-year battle with Alzheimer’s.

He was born on September 28, 1955, in Hudson, Wis...

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11/20/2025

MORTON – Nellie I. Thannert, 99, of Morton, was taken into the arms of Jesus, Nov 19, 2025 in Peoria at Richard L. Owen’s Hospice Home.

She was born on March 19, 1926, in Peoria, Illinois, to Louis Sr. and Mary Ellen (Kirby) Foster. Nellie married Wilford Thannert on March 29, 1947, in Peor...

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11/19/2025

At Knapp-Johnson Funeral Home & Cremation Center, we’re proud to support the teams and organizations that make Morton such a special place to call home.

We love cheering on and sponsoring our local athletes — including Morton United FC and the Morton Youth Baseball Association. These programs bring families together, teach valuable life lessons, and help our community thrive.

We’re grateful for the opportunity to invest in the next generation and stand behind the teams that bring so much spirit and pride to Morton!

11/18/2025

Ronald H. Swolley, 82, of Morton, passed away Monday, November 17, 2025, at his home.

He was born on July 18, 1943, in Omaha, Nebraska, to Frank and Margaret (Harrison) Swolley. Ronald married Cecelia Wayne on June 22, 1963, in Decatur, Illinois.

Surviving are his wife, Cecelia Swoll...

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11/18/2025

11/17/2025

Mary Alice Roberts, 96, of Peoria passed away at 5:15 P.M. on Sunday, November 16, 2025, at Buehler Home.

Mary Alice was born on November 27, 1928, in Peoria, Il, to Charles and Magdalen (Charvat) Hellstern. She married Richard W. Roberts on June 14, 1952, in Peoria. He preceded her in death...

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