Feb 5, 2025

Paul D. Davidson, 86, of Moline, IL, passed away on February 5, 2025, at Clarissa Cook Hospice House, Bettendorf, IA. Arrangements are in the care of Wendt Funeral Home, Moline, IL.

A full obituary and service details will be available soon.

Family and friends are invited to share memories and express condolences to the family on his Memory Wall at wendtfuneralhome.com.

Jan 28, 2025

James Robert Joseph, a veteran of World War II, the Korean conflict, and the Vietnam War, died peacefully at his home in Moline on Tuesday, Jan. 28. He was 97.

Joseph, known variously to family, friends, and colleagues as Jim, Bob, Joe, or even Jimmy Joe, was born in Chicago on Sept. 1, 1927, to David and Marguerite (Jones) Joseph. He...

Jan 27, 2025

Maureen Olin, 69, of Rock Island, IL, died Tuesday, January 27th at her home. Maureen was a member of the First Baptist Church of Rock Island. She retired from the Rock Island Arsenal as an employee of TACOM-RI.

Maureen graduated from Westmer High School in Joy, IL. She attended Blackhawk College in Moline.

Maureen was a fan of passenger trains, the Chicago...

Jan 26, 2025

Scott P. Wilson, 70, passed away peacefully on January 26, 2025, at Mercy One Genesis Medical Center in Silvis, Illinois. Born in Moline, Illinois, to John and Vivian (Larsen) Wilson. Cremation rites will be accorded, and a Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

A graduate of United Township High School in East Moline, Scott was known for...

Jan 26, 2025

Gillian Holmes, a cherished soul known for her quick wit and creative spirit, passed away peacefully on January 26, 2025, in Moline. Born on April 22, 1941, in Gloucestershire, England, to the late Fred and Evelyn (Cooney) Smith, Gillian's life was a tapestry of love, service, and artistry.

Gillian's journey led her to...

Jan 23, 2025

Donald E. Devinney, affectionately known as Don to his friends and loved ones, passed away peacefully at UnityPoint Health in Rock Island, IL, on January 23, 2025, at the age of 88. Born to Roy and Helen (Allen) Devinney on September 25, 1936, in Rock Island, IL, Don lived a full and vibrant life marked by devotion...

Jan 22, 2025

Sadly, Dean Lee Christensen passed away unexpectedly on January 22 at his home after a short battle with cancer.

Dean was born on June 14, 1944, to Harry Christen Christensen and Leva Waldee Christensen in Estherville, Iowa. He was baptized and confirmed in the Methodist Church in Huntington, Iowa. Dean received his early education in Dolliver, Iowa, which consolidated with the...

Jan 19, 2025

Leroy Marvin Schriever, Jr., 55, passed away on January 19, 2025, at his home in Rock Island, IL.Arrangemnets are in the care of Wendt Funeral Home, Moline.

Leroy was born on April 20, 1969, in Davenport, IA , Leroy M. and Deena (Reiss) Schriever Sr.

Family and friends are...

Jan 17, 2025

Thomas L. Dickens, known as Tom to his friends, passed away after an extended illness on January 17, 2025, in his hometown of Moline, Illinois. Born on May 25, 1989, he had a kind nature, generous spirit, and creative soul.

Tom's early years were spent surrounded by the love and guidance of his...

Jan 16, 2025

James “Jim” O’Conor, 83, passed away peacefully at his home in Moline, Illinois, on January 16, 2025, surrounded by love and the loyal companionship of his faithful dog, Lucy.

Born on November 10, 1941, in Moline, Illinois, Jim was the son of Frank and Catherine (Wilson) O’Conor. He was a proud lifelong resident...

Jan 13, 2025

Jon S. Overfield Sr., known affectionately as Jon to his friends and family, passed away suddenly on January 13, 2025, at the age of 67. Born on December 23, 1957, in Washington, IA, to proud parents Norlan and Diane Overfield. Jon's early years were filled with the warmth of a loving family, which set the foundation for...

Jan 5, 2025

On July 18th nineteen hundred and fifty-seven, Cindi Myers was born at St. Anthony's Hospital in Rock Island, IL. An extra special surprise for Earl and Violette Myers, she was the spark that began a new era.

She quickly grew into an avid lover of animals and an artist unlike any other. Summer...

Jan 1, 2025

Tina Tighe, age 54, a loving mother of two, passed away unexpectedly in the late hours of January 1, 2025.

Tina was born on April 16th, 1971 in Moline, IL to Janyce and Thomas Tighe. She is survived by her lifelong companion of 29 years, Steve Garrison; her daughter, Nikki Garrison(David Mills); her...

Dec 22, 2024

Alan ”Buck” Buchanan, 77, of Camp Verde, AZ, formerly of Moline, IL, passed from this realm just before midnight of the Winter Solstice, 2024. His family and friends both mourn his loss and celebrate our time spent with this amazing son, brother, husband, father, uncle, friend, partner, colleague, and neighbor.

Born March 2,...

Dec 21, 2024

In the early morning light of December 21, 2024, Kathryn Louise Slover Nelson departed this earthly realm. Kathryn, affectionately known to us as Kay, at the age of 88, left us to reside in the Lord's magnificent mansion prepared just for her.

Born on September 19, 1936, to John and Margaret Slover of...

Dec 18, 2024

Raymond F. Reeves, 91, of East Moline, IL, passed away peacefully on December 18, 2024, at Genesis Medical Center Illini Campus in Silvis, IL, surrounded by his loved ones.

Born on March 31, 1933, in Williamson, IA, Raymond was the cherished son of Riley and Eva (Hill) Reeves. He shared a beautiful life...

Dec 12, 2024

Lisa Kurtz-Perry, age 62, passed away peacefully on December 12, 2024, at her home.

Born on May 8, 1962, to Charles “Bud” and Meredith Kurtz, Lisa grew up in Moline, IL, where she graduated from Moline High School in 1980. On July 25, 1987, she married Russell C. Perry, in Moline. Their deep...

Dec 10, 2024

Richard (Dick) Shannon Newberg, age 87, passed away peacefully on December 10, 2024, surrounded by his loving family at Clarissa Cook Hospice House in Bettendorf, IA.

Dick was born on May 29, 1937, in Moline, IL, where he grew up and graduated from Moline High School. On June 20, 1959, he married the...

Dec 9, 2024

Nancy Nadeane Beck (Manners) passed away peacefully on Monday, December 9th, in Aledo, IL, at the age of 84.

She was born November 18th, 1940, in Winnebago, MN, to Harold and Gladys Manners. Nancy was raised along with her older sisters Alta and Doris along the shores of the beautiful lakes of western...

Nov 20, 2024

Dayton "Kent" Tipsword, 89, of Moline, IL, passed away peacefully surrounded by family at Allure of Moline on November 20, 2024. He was born July 22, 1935, in Sorento, IL, to Leslie and Vera (May) Tipsword.

Kent graduated from United Township High School in 1953 and began a distinguished career in finance, serving...