Linda Conti Gould
Sep 29, 2025
Linda Conti Gould, born on September 1, 1954, in Rockford, Illinois, passed away on September 29, 2025, leaving a legacy of compassion and dedication to her community. She was the beloved daughter of Louis and Mary Margaret Conti.
Throughout her life, Linda dedicated herself to serving others professionally. She spent 31 years as an Assistant to the Director of Northern Illinois...
Lola Ranae Johnson
Apr 4, 2026
Lola “Ranae” Johnson
November 29, 1936 - April 4, 2026
Age: 89 Salem, Oregon
Ranae was born November 29, 1936, in Ogden, Utah to Alta Irenda Roberts and John Alonzo Nibarger. She was raised in Mountain View, Wyoming and was the oldest daughter of 14 children. She had many varied interests and had degrees in business, interior design, and a PhD in Psychology.
Ranae...
Ernest Freeman Gray
Apr 3, 2026
In Loving Memory of Ernest Freeman Gray, Sr., a dedicated patriot and highly decorated veteran of the United States Navy, passed away on April 3, 2026, surrounded by his loved ones. A Master Chief Petty Officer (E-9) whose career spanned the defining conflicts of the 20th century, he leaves behind a legacy of professionalism, leadership, and unwavering service.
Born in Danville,...
Vivian Porter Bednarz
Mar 29, 2026
Vivian Bednarz, age 78, of Montgomery, Texas, passed away peacefully at home on March 29, 2026, leaving behind a family who deeply loved and cherished her.
Born in New Iberia, Louisiana, to Thomas Fitzgerald Porter III and Vivian DeBlanc Porter, and raised in Lafayette, Vivian carried with her a deep love for family, unimaginable strength, and a sense of adventure that...
Henry Nelson Mercier, Jr
Mar 26, 2026
Henry Nelson Mercier, Jr, known to friends and family as Hank, of Orlando, Florida passed away at the age of 87 in the early hours of March 26, 2026. We rejoice that he is now in the arms of his dear savior Jesus.
Henry was born in Hartford, Connecticut to Alma Dora Lemieux and Henry Nelson Mercier, Sr. on July 28,...
Charlotte La Vonne Newman
Mar 24, 2026
In Loving Memory of Charlotte La Vonne Newman (Dahlke)
April 24, 1943 - March 24, 2026
Charlotte La Vonne Newman passed away in Vero Beach, Florida, on March 24, 2026, at the age of 82. Born on April 24, 1943, Charlotte lived in several places throughout Wisconsin and Florida, and through the years, both became home to her.
Charlotte is survived by her...
Jay St. John
Mar 24, 2026
Dr. Jay St. John, a beloved educator and community leader, passed away on March 24, 2026. Born February 27, 1948 and raised in Belvidere, Illinois, he was the son of Byron and Dorris St. John.
Jay married the love of his life, June, in 1968, and together they shared 58 wonderful years of marriage. He is survived by his sister, Judy...
Ivy Hooks
Mar 23, 2026
Ivy Fay Hooks, age 84, passed away peacefully in her Boerne, Tx apartment on March 23, 2026. She was born on November 17, 1941, in Houston, Tx and grew up in Livingston, Tx. She is preceded in death by her mother, Fay Hooks, father, A.B. Hooks, and two brothers, Ray Hooks and A.B. Hooks Jr., as well...
Robert William Blang
Mar 17, 2026
Bob was born on May 2, 1938, in Riverside Illinois to William and Violet Blang. Early in his childhood the family moved to New Braunfels where he married his high school sweetheart, Jewell Ann Bormann in 1957. New Braunfels remained his home throughout his life.
Bob was preceded in death by his wife, Jewell, in 2012 and his brother William Blang...
Kelan Paul Boyer
Mar 14, 2026
Kelan Paul Boyer, 69, of Redlands. CA passed away on March 14, 2026, at Loma Linda University Medical Center, ICU, East Campus, Loma Linda, CA
He was predeceased by his parents, Ronald and Marjorie (Labardee) Boyer.
He is survived by his partner of 14 years, Michael Madamba of Redlands, California. He is also survived by his sisters: Julie (Dominic) Cristofari of Binghamton,...