Wheelan-Pressly Funeral Home and Crematory

Wheelan-Pressly Funeral Home and Crematory Wheelan-Pressly Funeral Home and Crematory has been serving Quad Cities families since 1889. That was the year Charles R. Wheelan. Growing business caused C.R.

Wheelan Funeral Home, now Wheelan-Pressly Funeral Home and Crematory has been serving Quad City families since 1889. Wheelan, a Rock Island native, founded the funeral home, originally located at 322 – 20th Street under the name C.R. Wheelan to move three times before finding the location at 520 – 18th Street in 1920. In 2002, the Wheelan-Pressly Funeral Home in Milan was opened and in 2007, the new larger Rock Island location at 3030-7th Avenue was completed. In 2009, the funeral home in Reynolds at 801 W. Edgington Street was acquired which allows Wheelan-Pressly to better serve the southwest Rock Island County area. In 2015, the former Knox Mortuary, located at 2106 7th Ave., Rock Island , which had served the community since 1841 was added to the Wheelan-Pressly Funeral Home operation. After the addition of a crematory at this site and much renovation, the building is now known as the Knox Chapel of Wheelan-Pressly Funeral Home and Crematory. This building with its formal chapel was opened in 2016. Steven Pressly a licensed funeral director since 1978 joined the Wheelan Funeral Home staff in 1984 working for owners and cousins, William K. and Robert W. Upon the retirement of William in 1988, Steven joined in partnership with Robert Wheelan. After Robert retired in 1998, Steven became President and Owner of the Wheelan-Pressly Funeral Home and Crematory. In July of 2018, Steven sold the business to two of his employees, David Ven Huizen and Joseph Perez. David serves as President and Owner and Joseph serves as Vice-President and Owner. Although Wheelan-Pressly Funeral Home and Crematory has grown over the years, the owners and staff remain committed to serving every family as if they were their own. Our goal is for you to feel like family at your time of need. Our experienced funeral directors serve you with compassion, dignity and respect as we guide you through the options to create a memorable personalized funeral service. Our three locations in Rock Island, Milan and Reynolds include comforting gathering spaces, a crematory and our historic Knox Chapel. We invite you to visit us to tour our facilities and discuss plans for your celebration of life.

Fiddler on the RoofWednesday, April 29 & Thursday, April 30, 2026 | 5:45 PM Circa ’21 Dinner Playhouse 1828 3rd Avenue, ...
04/15/2026

Fiddler on the Roof
Wednesday, April 29 & Thursday, April 30, 2026 | 5:45 PM
Circa ’21 Dinner Playhouse
1828 3rd Avenue, Rock Island, IL
Tickets: from $54
Enter the world of Anatevka, with one of the most beloved musicals of all time. Fiddler on the Roof follows Tevye, a humble milkman, as he navigates the hopes and challenges of raising his daughters in a rapidly changing world. Rich with emotional depth, humor, and unforgettable music, this production brings timeless songs like “Tradition,” “Matchmaker,” “Sunrise, Sunset,” and “If I Were a Rich Man” to life on stage. At its heart, the story explores how we hold onto what matters while facing inevitable change.
Performed at the historic Circa ’21 Dinner Playhouse, the evening blends live theatre with a classic dinner theatre experience—creating a warm, immersive night out.
https://www.circa21.com/Online/default.asp

Tax Day is today, so get your taxes sent in or request an extension. Before 1955, taxes were due in March. As they becam...
04/15/2026

Tax Day is today, so get your taxes sent in or request an extension. Before 1955, taxes were due in March. As they became more complex, the date shifted to April 15, and the date has remained.

Spring is a wonderful season to make fresh starts. Think about assembling an herb garden in a sunny window or planning s...
04/11/2026

Spring is a wonderful season to make fresh starts. Think about assembling an herb garden in a sunny window or planning spring wildflower hikes. Share your spring activities with grandkids and friends!

Statistics show that about 80 percent of people in the U.S. have siblings. As today is National Sibling Day, it is a goo...
04/10/2026

Statistics show that about 80 percent of people in the U.S. have siblings. As today is National Sibling Day, it is a good time to honor the memory of siblings who are no longer with us and to connect with living siblings.

Today is Draw a Bird Day, an annual day to lighten the mood and tap into creativity. Making something is therapeutic. Gi...
04/08/2026

Today is Draw a Bird Day, an annual day to lighten the mood and tap into creativity. Making something is therapeutic. Give it a whirl and see how you feel!

https://www.dabday.com

Brian “Fox” Ellis Presents: Robert Ridgway – Illinois’ Bird ManThursday, April 9 at 2pmRock Island Public Library – Down...
04/06/2026

Brian “Fox” Ellis Presents: Robert Ridgway – Illinois’ Bird Man
Thursday, April 9 at 2pm
Rock Island Public Library – Downtown Library
Step into the life of one of Illinois’s most influential naturalists through an engaging, story-driven presentation. In this program, storyteller Brian “Fox” Ellis brings Robert Ridgway to life—sharing the journey of a young bird enthusiast who went on to become a leading figure in American ornithology.
The program traces Ridgway’s early travels across the western wilderness, his work with the Smithsonian Institution, and his role in shaping birdwatching into a more rigorous scientific discipline.
Blending storytelling with natural history, the presentation offers both education and inspiration—highlighting how curiosity, observation, and dedication can deepen our understanding of the natural world.
https://www.rockislandlibrary.org/event/brian-fox-ellis-presents-robert-ridgway-illinoiss-bird-man-25941

QC Restaurant WeekApril 6–12, 2026 | Daily Various locations throughout Rock Island and the Quad CitiesExplore the flavo...
04/05/2026

QC Restaurant Week
April 6–12, 2026 | Daily
Various locations throughout Rock Island and the Quad Cities
Explore the flavors of the QC as local restaurants offer special menus and promos. QC Restaurant Week celebrates food and food service at participating restaurants with curated menus. Try new places and flavors in Rock Island and beyond. Download a mobile pass to redeem special offers and check in.
https://qcrestaurantweek.com/
Map of Resturaunts
https://qcrestaurantweek.com/restaurants

04/05/2026
04/05/2026

Sending out Easter greetings and sincere wishes for a lovely day!

Rock Island Arsenal Lecture Series: American IndependenceWednesday, April 8, 2026 | 2:00 – 3:00 PM Rock Island Public Li...
04/03/2026

Rock Island Arsenal Lecture Series: American Independence
Wednesday, April 8, 2026 | 2:00 – 3:00 PM
Rock Island Public Library – Downtown Library
401 19th Street, Rock Island, IL
Step into the early tensions that shaped a nation. Join our local library for this month’s lecture around the impact the British Government had on our original colonies. Learn how Enlightenment philosophy shaped the first iterations of the founding members of our nation. Come to listen, reflect, and see how the foundations of a nation were formed.
https://www.rockislandlibrary.org/event/rock-island-arsenal-lecture-series-american-independence-25466

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