Obituaries
Robert A. Schmitt
Apr 19, 2026
Robert A. Schmitt, 79, of Streator, passed away Sunday, April 19, 2026 surrounded by his family at OSF St. Elizabeth Medical Center, Peru.
Robert was born December 11, 1946 in Streator, a son of Vincent J. and Phyllis D. (Borglin) Schmitt. He married Joan W. Lacey on December 18, 1971. She preceded him in death on September 2, 2023.
Surviving are his...
Greg Bogeart
Apr 17, 2026
Cary Greg Bogeart, 76, of Grandview, MO, formerly of Streator, passed away Friday, April 17, 2026 at the Village at Carrol Park in Grandview, MO.
Funeral services will be held at 1:00 PM Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at Hagi & Schultz Funeral Home, Streator with Pastor Curtis Starner officiating. Burial with military rites performed by the Leslie G. Woods American Legion...
Nancy Joyce Laka
Apr 13, 2026
Nancy Joyce Schreida Laka,89, of Streator, passed away Monday, April 13, 2026 in Streator.
Nancy was born on January 12, 1937 in Chicago, Illinois. She was the cherished daughter of Paul Schreida and Stephanie Schreida, who preceded her in shaping the strong and caring woman she became. Nancy was a devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who found her greatest joy in...
Daniel W. Kmetz
Apr 6, 2026
Daniel W. Kmetz, 64, of Streator passed away Monday, April 6, 2026 at Northwestern Medicine McHenry Hospital in McHenry.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 12:30 PM Saturday, April 18, 2026 at St. Michael the Archangel Church, Streator. Monsignor Philip Halfacre will officiate. Burial will follow in Riverview Cemetery, Streator. A visitation will be held from 10:00 AM to...
Davie Jo Kotches
Apr 5, 2026
Davie Jo Kotches, 74 of Streator, passed away Easter Sunday, April 5, 2026 at her home surrounded by family.
Funeral services will be held at 10:00 AM Saturday, April 11, 2026 at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, Streator, with Pastor John Gutz officiating. Burial will follow in Riverview Cemetery, Streator. Pallbearers will be Robert Britenstine, Bo Blevins, Will Blevins, Pete Williamson, Anthony...
Michael D. O'Brien
Apr 5, 2026
Michael D. O’Brien age 65, at rest on Easter Sunday April, 5, 2026, at the Fransican Village located in Lemont, Illinois. Born in Chicago on July 24, 1960, later residing in New Lenox, Dwight, and Streator, Illinois.
Survived by three siblings: James A. (Marion) O’Brien of Chatham, IL, Barry T. (Sandra) O’Brien of New Lenox, IL and Jamee A. O’Brien of...
George C. Ohligschlager
Apr 1, 2026
George C. Ohligschlager, 76, of Streator, passed away Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at OSF St. Joseph Medical Center, Bloomington.
A memorial service will be held at 11:00 AM Thursday, April 9, 2026 at Hagi & Schultz Funeral Home, Streator. Pastor John Gutz will officiate. Burial will follow in Moon Point Cemetery with Military rites performed by the Leslie G. Woods American...
Mary Sisk
Mar 26, 2026
Mary M. Sisk, 82, of Streator, passed away on Thursday, March 26, 2026 at the Flanagan Rehabilitation and Health Care Center.
Mary was born on January 29, 1944 to Howard Charles Yeck and Marie Leora Rhodes in Streator. In 1962, Mary met the love of her life Michael Thomas Sisk in Streator. They married on April 4, 1964 and went on...
Juanita I. Cooper
Mar 24, 2026
Juanita I. (Riblet) Cooper passed away March 24, 2026 at Avantara Nursing Home, Aurora. She was a lifelong resident of the Streator area.
She was born August 17, 1927 at home to John and Bertha (Melvin) Riblet. She attended Long Point, Cornell and Streator area schools. She married Howard E. Cooper of Lostant on August 18, 1946 in Cornell. They had...
Mike Bennett
Mar 22, 2026
James M. “Mike” Bennett Jr, 66 of Cornell passed away Sunday, March 22, 2026 at his home surrounded by family.
Following Mike’s wishes, cremation rites will be accorded and a Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Arrangements have been entrusted to Hagi & Schultz Funeral Home, Streator.
Mike was born April 13, 1959 in Streator, a son of...
Mary Jo Musovich
Mar 19, 2026
Mary Jo Musovich, 76, of Streator passed away Thursday, March 19, 2026 at OSF St. Francis Medical Center, Peoria.
A memorial service for Mary Jo and Ed will be held at 11:00 AM Friday, April 24, 2026 at Hagi & Schultz Funeral Home, Streator. Burial will follow in St. Stephen's Cemetery. Cremation rites have been accorded. Visitation will be from 9:00...
Cindy S. Krasnican
Mar 14, 2026
Cindy S. Krasnican, 69 of Streator, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, March 14, 2026. Now she has received her wings.
As Cindy had wished, a graveside service will be held at Hillcrest Memorial Park on Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 12:15 PM. Hagi & Schultz Funeral Home, Streator has been entrusted with funeral arrangements.
Cindy was the daughter...
Suzette F. Simpson
Mar 13, 2026
Suzette Simpson, 83 of Streator passed away Friday, March 13, 2026 at the Pavilion of Ottawa.
A visitation will be held from 9:00 am until 12:00 Noon Saturday, March 21, 2026 at Hagi & Schultz Funeral Home, Streator. Funeral Services will start at 12:00 Noon. Burial will follow at Riverview Cemetery, Streator. Honorary Pallbearers will be her grandchildren. Cremation rites have...
Kevin E. Vidergar
Mar 9, 2026
Kevin E. Vidergar, 70 of Streator passed away Monday, March 9, 2026 at his home surrounded by family.
A celebration of life service will be held at 1:00 PM Saturday, March 14, 2026 at the Church of the Nazarene in Streator. Cremation rites have been accorded. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Hagi & Schultz Funeral Home, Streator.
Kevin was born November...
Lois E. Hutchcraft
Mar 2, 2026
Lois E. Hutchcraft, 95 formerly of Streator, passed away Monday, March 2, 2026 in Chesterfield, Mo.
Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 PM Saturday, March 7, 2026 at Hagi & Schultz Funeral Home, Streator. Pastor Sherri Cisneros will officiate. Burial will follow in Hillcrest Memorial Park, Streator. Pallbearers will be Jeremiah Parker, Randy Teegardin, Chuck Teegardin, Thomas Teegardin, and Terry...
Jean Swanson
Feb 26, 2026
Ramona “Jean” Swanson passed away on February 26, 2026 at Advent Health Hinsdale Hospital in Hinsdale, IL at the age of 92.
A visitation will be held on Wednesday, March 4th from 5:00pm until 7:00pm at Hagi & Schultz Funeral Home in Streator, IL. The following day, on Thursday, March 5th, 2026, a funeral service will be held at Hagi &...
Richard "Rick" Higbie Jr.
Feb 24, 2026
Richard "Rick" Higbie Jr., 68, of Pontiac, IL passed away on Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at his home.
Rick Higbie was born July 30, 1957 to Richard and Dayle Higbie.
Rick spent years battling diabetes related illnesses.
He spent many years living in the Pontiac and Long Point area. Rick also resided in California during the 80’s and Florida in the 90’s.
Rick was...
Catherine "Genette" Hansen
Feb 18, 2026
Catherine “Genette” Hansen, 88 of Streator passed away Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at OSF St. Anthony Medical Center, Rockford.
Funeral services will be held 11:00 AM Monday, February 23, 2026 at St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, Streator. Pastor William Callister will officiate. Burial will follow in Hillcrest Memorial Park, Streator. Serving as pallbearers will be John Hansen, Nolan Hansen, Mason Kling,...
James Lewis Dietman
Feb 14, 2026
Jim “Diddy” Dietman, 74, of Streator, IL passed at his home on February 14, 2026 after a long illness.
Jim was born on January 5th, 1952 to Frank and Mabel (Beck) Dietman. He lived life to the fullest in his youth. He loved riding horses and fishing. He graduated with the Class of ’70 from Streator High School and enjoyed every...
Sandra J. Hudachko
Feb 10, 2026
Sandra J. Hudachko, 85 of Cadiz, KY formerly of Streator, IL, passed away Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at her residence in Cadiz, KY.
Cremation rites will be accorded and a private family service will be held at a later date. Hagi & Schultz Funeral Home, Streator is entrusted with arrangements.
Sandi was born January 27, 1941 in Galion, OH, a daughter of...
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