Obituaries

Theresa M. Hozie

Theresa M. Hozie

Oct 26, 2026

Theresa M. Hozie, 66 of Peoria, passed away Monday, October 26, 2026 at her residence.

Theresa was born on February 29, 1960, a leap year baby, unique from day one. She was born in Streator, a daughter of Jerome J. and Helen E. (Schuster) Hozie.

She is survived by her mother, Helen Hozie of Streator; two sisters, Patti (Dan Taylor) Hozie of...

Gregory Stevens

Gregory Stevens

Oct 20, 2026

Gregory L. Stevens, 74 of Streator, passed away Tuesday morning, October 20, 2026 at his home, surrounded by family.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at Hagi & Schultz Funeral Home, Streator. Pastor John Gutz will officiate. Burial will follow with military rites performed by the Leslie G. Woods American Legion Post 217 and the...

Connie R. Compton

Connie R. Compton

Oct 7, 2026

Connie R. Compton, 71 of Ransom, passed away Wednesday, October 7, 2026, at Parker Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Streator.

A visitation will be held from 4:00 to 7:00 PM Monday, October 12, 2026, at Hagi & Schultz Funeral Home, Streator. There will be a time of sharing remembrances and stories by family and friends at 6:30 PM. Cremation rites will...

Jill E. Rogers

Jill E. Rogers

Sep 17, 2026

Jill E. Rogers, 66, of Streator passed away Thursday, September 17, 2026 at Allure of Peru.

Jill was born May 5, 1960 in Streator, a daughter of Ralph W. and Mary (Emo) Hansen. She had married Vernon Rexroad Sr. and later married Dennis Rogers in 1994 in Iroquois County, Illinois. He preceded her in death on August 13, 2009.

She is survived...

Brenda L. Stimpert

Brenda L. Stimpert

Sep 17, 2026

Brenda L. Stimpert, 68, of Streator passed away Thursday, September 17, 2026 at her residence surrounded by family.

A memorial visitation will be held from 4:00 to 7:00 PM Thursday, September 24, 2026 at Hagi & Schultz Funeral Home, Streator. Cremation rites have been accorded.

Brenda was born April 10, 1958 in Streator, a daughter of Edward and Patricia (Slattery) Mosell. She...

Terrence W. Miller

Terrence W. Miller

Sep 15, 2026

Terrence W. “Terry” Miller, 80, of Toluca passed away Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at OSF Center for Health, Streator.

Funeral services will be held 11:00 AM Monday, September 21, 2026 at St. John’s Lutheran Church, Toluca, with Pastor William Callister officiating. Burial will follow in St. John’s Lutheran Cemetery, Toluca. Visitation will be held from 3:00 to 5:00 PM Sunday at...

Deborah Ann French

Deborah Ann French

Sep 14, 2026

Deborah Ann “Debbie” French, 77 of Streator, passed away Monday, September 14, 2026 at the Arc of Streator.

Cremation rites will be accorded. Hagi & Schultz Funeral Home, Streator, IL is in charge of arrangements.

Debbie was born September 1, 1949 in Streator, a daughter of Charles H. and Catherine M. (Phillips) French.

She is survived by her beloved cat, Ollie; her dear...

Melvin W. Frye

Melvin W. Frye

Sep 13, 2026

Melvin W. Frye, 90 of Streator, passed away Sunday, September 13, 2026 at the Arc of Streator.

Melvin affectionately known as “Uncle Moe” was born September 9, 1936 in Brookfield Township, IL to Clarence and Hulda (Vosberg) Frye. He graduated from Seneca High School in 1954.

Melvin retired from AT&T’s Norway Station in 1990. He loved fishing and riding motorcycles with his...

Jeffrey A. Woodring

Jeffrey A. Woodring

Sep 8, 2026

Jeffrey A. Woodring, 58, of Streator, IL passed away Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at his residence.

A graveside service will be held at 12:00 Noon Wednesday, September 23, 2026 at Kane Cemetery, Kane, IL. The family will receive friends at the cemetery from 11:00 AM until the time of service. Hagi & Schultz Funeral Home, Streator, IL is in charge of...

Chu Son Reis

Chu Son Reis

Aug 31, 2026

Chu Son Reis, 65 of Dwight, passed away Monday, August 31, 2026 at the OSF Richard L. Owens Hospice Home, Peoria.

Visitation will be held from 10:30 to 11:00 AM Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at St. Patrick Catholic Church, Dwight. A prayer service will follow at 11:00 AM with Fr. John Bosco Mujuni officiating. Burial will be in Mt. Olivet Catholic...

Michael G. Freeman

Michael G. Freeman

Aug 8, 2026

With profound sadness and immeasurable love, we announce the passing of Michael G. Freeman, a devoted father, cherished Papa, beloved brother, loyal friend, and a man whose larger-than-life spirit touched everyone fortunate enough to know him.

Born on September 29, 1958, in Streator, Illinois, Michael was one of seventeen children born to Fred and Edna Freeman. Growing up in a large...

Gwendolyn "Janice" Ehrbright

Gwendolyn "Janice" Ehrbright

Jul 18, 2026

Gwendolyn “Janice” Ehrbright, 91, entered the presence of her Lord and Savior on July 18, 2026, at 6:38 am at St James Hospital, Pontiac, IL.

Janice was known for her unwavering faith, gentle spirit, and selfless love for her family. She lived simply, loved generously, and faithfully walked with the Lord. Her life reflected the love of Jesus in quiet, everyday...

Margaret A. Murray

Margaret A. Murray

Jul 6, 2026

Margaret A. Murray, 95, of Streator, peacefully passed away Monday, July 6, 2026 at her residence.

Visitation will be held from 10:00 to 11:30 AM Saturday, July 18, 2026 at Hagi & Schultz Funeral Home, Streator. Funeral Services will follow at 11:30 AM at the funeral home. Pastor Tony Ross will officiate. A private family burial will be in Hillcrest Memorial...

R. Gregory Moran

R. Gregory Moran

Jun 22, 2026

R. Gregory Moran, 81 of Rural Streator passed away Monday, June 22, 2026 at his home on his farm.

Visitation will be held from 4:00 to 7:00 PM Monday, June 29, 2026 at Hagi & Schultz Funeral Home, Streator. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 PM Tuesday at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, Ottawa. The family will receive friends...

Lois M. Cipalo

Lois M. Cipalo

Jun 21, 2026

Lois Marquerite (Philippi) Cipalo, 91, passed into our Lord’s arms on June 21, 2026 at Hawkeye Care Facility in Dubuque, Iowa.

Visitation will be at held from 9:30 to 10:30 AM Saturday, June 27, 2026 at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Streator, Illinois with the service following at 10:30 AM. Burial will be in Riverview Cemetery in Streator, Illinois. Hagi &...

Cathy A. Diehl

Cathy A. Diehl

Jun 21, 2026

Cathy A. Diehl, 73 of Ancona, went to be in the arms of her husband of over 50 years on Sunday, June 21, 2026 at Lightways Hospice in Joliet.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM Friday, June 26, 2026 at Hagi & Schultz Funeral Home, Streator, with Pastor Rodney Kreier officiating. Burial will follow in Wolf Creek Cemetery, rural...

Eugene E. Decker

Eugene E. Decker

Jun 15, 2026

Eugene E. “Gene” Decker, 83 of Streator passed away Monday, June 15, 2026 at OSF St. Joseph Medical Center, Bloomington.

Funeral services will be held at 11:30 AM Saturday, June 20, 2026 at Hagi & Schultz Funeral Home, Streator. Pastor Sherri Cisneros will officiate. Burial with military rites performed by the Leslie G. Woods American Legion Post 217 and the Veterans...

Mollye Sue Trainor

Mollye Sue Trainor

May 28, 2026

Mollye Sue Trainor, 70 of Streator passed away Thursday, May 28, 2026 at her home.

A private graveside service will be held at a later date. Cremation rites will be accorded. Hagi & Schultz Funeral Home, Streator is assisting the family.

Mollye Sue was born on January 7, 1956 in Streator, a daughter of James and Bonnie (Gwaltney) Stinar. She married Ron...

Charles E. Smith

Charles E. Smith

May 27, 2026

Charles E. Smith, 59, of Streator passed away Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at OSF St. Francis Medical Center, Peoria.

A celebration of life will be held from 1:00 to 4:00 PM Saturday, June 13, 2026 at the Streator American Legion Post 217.  Cremation rites have been accorded.  Hagi & Schultz Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

Matthew D. McMeen

Matthew D. McMeen

May 22, 2026

Matthew David McMeen, 39, of Blackstone passed away Sunday, May 22, 2026 at OSF St. Francis Medical Center, Peoria.

A visitation will be held from 4:00 to 7:00 PM Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at Hagi & Schultz Funeral Home, Streator. Cremation rites will be accorded. Burial will be at a later date in Phillips Cemetery, Rural Streator.

Matthew was born October 7,...