Stackhouse-Moore Funeral Services, Inc., Geneseo Chapel Obituaries

Introduction to Stackhouse-Moore Funeral Services, Inc., Geneseo Chapel

Stackhouse-Moore Funeral Services, Inc., Geneseo Chapel is a trusted and compassionate funeral home serving the community of Geneseo, Illinois. With a rich history and a commitment to providing exceptional service, this funeral home has earned a reputation as a leader in the industry. In this article, we will delve into the history, services, and amenities offered by Stackhouse-Moore Funeral Services, Inc., Geneseo Chapel, providing you with a comprehensive understanding of what they can offer during your time of need.

A Brief History of Stackhouse-Moore Funeral Services, Inc., Geneseo Chapel

Stackhouse-Moore Funeral Services, Inc., Geneseo Chapel has a long and storied history that dates back many years. The funeral home was founded on the principles of compassion, respect, and dedication to serving families in their time of need. Over the years, the funeral home has continued to evolve and grow, always staying true to its core values. Today, Stackhouse-Moore Funeral Services, Inc., Geneseo Chapel is a respected and beloved institution in the Geneseo community.

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Joan C Charlton - January 09, 1942 - March 19, 2022

Departed: 03/19/2022 (Geneseo)

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Lila Jean Becker - June 01, 1939 - February 24, 2022

Departed: 02/24/2022 (Geneseo)

Obituary Preview: Lila Jean Becker, 82, of rural Prophetstown, IL passed away on February 24, 2022, at Allure of Geneseo.  She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.  Funeral services will be held at First Lutheran Church, Geneseo, on Monday, February 28th at 10:30 am with Pastor Laura Kamprath officiating. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery, Geneseo.  Visitation will be held Sunday, from 4 to 6 at the church.  Memorials may be made to the Geneseo Food Pantry or First Lutheran Church, Geneseo, where she was a member.

Lila Jean Lambert was born on June 1, 1939, to James Burdette “Bert” and Geraldine “Jerry” Lambert, in Moline, Illinois. She graduated from Moline High School in 1957 and Lutheran Hospital School of Nursing in 1960. On February 3, 1961, she married Melvin Becker at Calvary Lutheran Church, Moline. They made their home in Prophetstown all of their married life.

Lila was a dedicated nurse working many years for Hammond Henry Hospital, Good Samaritan Home and Hammond Henry Home Health.   In addition to caring for others, she loved quilting, gardening and spending time with family and friends.  Lila’s children and grandchildren were the love of her life. She was happy to take them hiking, camping, swimming or whatever they wanted to do.  She and Mel enjoyed many winters in Mesa, AZ and she was thrilled when her kids came to visit.

Lila leaves behind her loving husband, Melvin, Prophetstown; daughters, Karen (Denny) VanDeWostine, Bettendorf; Jeanne (Ben) Frank Prophetstown; Marcia (Darren) Erickson, Bettendorf; son, Dan (Pam) Becker, Poplar Grove, Illinois; grandchildren, Heather (Shawn) Sperfslage, Jerrod (Michelle) Frank, Logan (Gabriel) VanDeWostine, Eli and Griffin Erickson; and great-grandchildren, Archer Frank and Charlotte Sperfslage.

Lila was preceded in death by her parents, one brother, Charles Lambert; and great-grandson Oliver Sperfslage.

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Sharon I. Peterson - March 01, 1947 - January 26, 2022

Departed: 01/26/2022 (Geneseo)

Obituary Preview: Sharon I. Peterson, 74. of Cambridge, went to be with Jesus on Wednesday, January 26, 2022, at home with her family and friends.  Cremation has been accorded.  An invite only Celebration of Life will be held later.  She loved her family and friends and had a wonderful smile that lit up a room. Sharon was born March 1, 1947, in Muscatine, Iowa, the daughter of James and Vera Stanfield.  She went to school in Atkinson. She married the love of her life, Paul, in 1965 and was married for 54 years until he went to be with Jesus in 2019.  She enjoyed gardening, flowers, puzzles, decorating, music, and especially her Harley boy and entertaining her great-grandchildren

She is survived by her children: Sheila and her husband Lamar, Brad and wife Sherry, Dana and wife Dolores; her granddaughters: Emily; Autumn; Kristynna and husband Joseph, with great grandchildren, Vera, Cedar, Raynna, and Shamekia; April and her husband, Brandon, with great grandchildren, Olive and Warren.  She is further survived by brothers, aunts, uncles, and cousins.  Stackhouse-Moore Funeral & Cremation Services, Cambridge, is assisting the family with the arrangements.

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Richard "Dick" G Kincaid - March 14, 1936 - December 17, 2021

Departed: 12/17/2021 (Geneseo)

Obituary Preview: Richard “Dick” G.  Kincaid, 85, of Geneseo, died on Friday, December 17, 2021, at Long Term Care Unit of Hammond-Henry Hospital, Geneseo.  Funeral mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, December 22nd at St. Malachy’s Catholic Church, Geneseo.  Father Daniel Gifford will officiate.  Burial will be in North Cemetery, Geneseo.  Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m., with a wake service at 7 p.m., on Tuesday at the Geneseo Chapel of Stackhouse-Moore Funeral & Cremation Services.  Memorials may be made to Richard Kincaid Memorial Fund.

Richard Gene Kincaid was born on March 14, 1936 in Moline, IL the son of Earl and Madge (Kellums) Kincaid.  He graduated from Geneseo High School in 1955.  On October 19, 1957, he married Patricia Ann “Patti” Vandersnick in Geneseo, IL.  She died on March 2, 2020.

Worked 37 years as a lineman and then line foreman for REA (Farmer’s Mutual Electric).  He started his work career working for local farmers, Offerle Oil Co., Kittrell Chevy, and Don Little Gas Station.  He also worked for George Koerper performing farm repairs in retirement.

He was a member of St. Malachy’s Catholic Church, Antique Engine & Tractor Association, Model A Ford Club of America; Antique Truck Club of America.  He enjoyed helping others, especially elderly neighbors with household repairs or problems; helping with Aisle of Flags in Geneseo Park, assisting St. Malachy’s Church with any electrical repairs that were needed.  Dick enjoyed going to the Men’s Lenten breakfasts for many years.  He had been a member of the Geneseo Community Band (formerly known as “Sand and his Band”) for many years.  Even as his skills were fading recently, he still was determined to help Bryton, one of his grandson’s to repair an old hayrack to hold tractor parts.

Survivors include his two sons, Jeffrey (Karen) Kincaid, Prophetstown, and Timothy (Angela) Kincaid, Geneseo; a daughter, Pamela Kincaid (Jane Griggs), in Zephyrhills, Florida, eight grandchildren, Eli (Jennifer) Kincaid, LeClaire, IA, Maria (Ryan) Sager, Colona, Johnna (Austin) Chesney, Davenport, IA, Peter Kincaid, Davenport, IA, Brent (Amanda) Kincaid, Orion, Brittany Kincaid, Moline, Bryton Kincaid, Geneseo, and Kymber Kincaid-Felske in Brandon, Florida; and five great-grandchildren, Braden, Carter, Anthony, Karolina, and Fredrick, all of Orion.  He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, and four sisters.

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John W Phillips - February 05, 1939 - December 13, 2021

Departed: 12/13/2021 (Geneseo)

Obituary Preview: John W. Phillips, 82, of Geneseo, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Monday, December 13, 2021, from Allure of Moline, East Moline, IL.  Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m on Monday, December 20th at the First Lutheran Church, Geneseo, IL.  Rev. Laura Kamprath will officiate.  Burial will be in Rosedale Cemetery, Cambridge.  Visitation will be from 3 to 5 p.m. on Sunday at the church.  Memorials may be made to First Lutheran Church, Geneseo, or Quad Cities Emmaus.  Stackhouse-Moore Funeral & Cremation Services is assisting the family with arrangements.

John William Phillips was born February 5, 1939, in Moline, IL the son of Kenneth L. and Rosemary J. (Anderson) Phillips.  He graduated from Cambridge High School in 1957.  He received his BA from Monmouth College in 1961 in education where he lettered 3 years in football and wrestling and 1 year in track.  In his senior year, he served as co-captain of the football team.  He earned 3rd place in the 191 lb. class (light/heavyweight) in wrestling and also earned 3rd place in the conference for javelin throw.  He also was a member of Eta Sigma Phi (honorary Classical language society).  He earned his MS in education from Eastern Illinois University, Charleston in 1972.  He had also done advanced graduate work at Northern Illinois University and Western Illinois University.  On August 13, 1961, he married Ruth Ann Peterson, his “captain” in Aledo, IL.  She died on March 15, 2010.

John began his teaching career in 1961 at Harlem School System in Loves Park, IL.  From 1966 to 1969 he taught at Mattoon High School, from 1970-1981 at Atkinson High School, and from 1981 to 1993 at Erie High School.   He retired from teaching on June 4, 1993.  Throughout his teaching career, he also had coached wrestling, football, and track.

John was a member of First Lutheran Church, Geneseo where he was a member of the choir, did volunteer work, and was a contemporary worship leader.  John was also active in the Quad City Emmaus Community having served on the board and as lay director of walk #59.  John had also been instrumental in instituting Jam for the Lamb at Cambridge Lutheran Church for several years.  John enjoyed lay speaking at area churches, fishing, boating, hunting, shooting, reading, and music.  He especially enjoyed drinking coffee with friends at The Country Store, dining with his buddy Bob Lopez and meeting with his Emmaus accountability group.

Survivors include his son, Kenneth (Jennifer) Phillips, Peru, IL; daughters, Rae Lynn (Mark) Jackson, Peosta, IA, and Cathy Jo (Ron) Zahari, Port Barrington, IL; grandchildren, Anna Noble, Amber (John) Brown, Alyssa (Miles) Bishop, Rachel (Royce) Kies, Nicole Jackson, Ryan Zahari, and Sean Zahari; and great-grandchildren, Tyrene, Maxwell, Johnnie, Daniel, Henry, Evelynn, and Asher. He was preceded in death by his parents and his wife, Ruth Ann.

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Jeffrey L Homrighouse - Unknown - December 05, 2021

Departed: 12/05/2021 (Geneseo)

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Jeffery L. Homrighouse age 69 of Eldora, Iowa passed away Sunday, December 5th, 2021.  Preceded in death by his father Mark Homrighouse and his mother Beulah (Boots) Ackerman. Survived by his sister Becky Nurge, brother in law Mark Nurge and two nephews Ryan and Kyle Nurge, of Florida. Jeff grew up in Geneseo and graduated from Geneseo High School.  He attended Blackhawk Community College before going into the Army. Celebration of Life to be held at Stackhouse Moore Funeral and Cremation Services 225 East Park Street, Geneseo, IL  at a later date.

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James George Dodge - November 15, 1942 - November 15, 2021

Departed: 11/15/2021 (Geneseo)

Obituary Preview: James G. Dodge, 79, of Geneseo went to be with his Lord from Hammond Henry Hospital on Monday, November 15, 2021.  Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Friday, November 19th, at Concordia Lutheran Church, Geneseo.  Rev. Stephen Mueller will officiate.  Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery, Geneseo.  Visitation will be from 12 to 1:30 p.m. on Friday at the church.  Memorials may be made to Concordia Lutheran Church or Hammond-Henry Hospital Foundation.

James George Dodge was born November 15, 1942, in Geneseo, IL, the son of George and Ruby Marie (Menzenberg) Dodge.  He graduated from Geneseo High School in 1960.  James was united in marriage to Joyce Furstenau in July 1965 in Geneseo, IL.  She survives.  He worked for Geneseo Municipal Utilities for 22 years until retiring in 1997.  James was a member of Concordia Lutheran Church.  He enjoyed being a craftsman and working with wood.

Survivors include his wife, Joyce; two children, Carmen (Lloyd) Foster, Annawan, and Jeremy (Amy) Dodge, Geneseo; five grandchildren, Benjamin (Kasey Rumler) Foster, Sherrard, Andrew Foster, Geneseo, Joshua (Kristina) Dodge, Geneseo, Carson (Alex Scott) Dodge, Geneseo, and Emma Dodge, Geneseo; and his two sisters, Pat (Mike) Smith, Cherry Valley, CA, and Sara (Bruce) Wheeler, Mineral.  He was preceded in death by his parents.

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Alan E Specht - June 24, 1940 - November 09, 2021

Departed: 11/09/2021 (Geneseo)

Obituary Preview: Alan E. Specht, 81, of Princeton, IL, formerly of Geneseo died in Princeton on Tuesday, November 09, 2021.  Cremation will be accorded and there will be no services.  Stackhouse-Moore Funeral & Cremation Services, Geneseo is assisting the family.

Alan Eugene Specht was born June 24, 1940, in Morrison, IL the son of Harley and Margaret (Brown) Specht.  On July 30, 1960, he married Linda Thomas in Sheffield, IL.  She survives.  Alan and Linda had been self-employed most of their life, first in door sales and installation and then in Upholstering for over 30 years.

Survivors include his wife, Linda, daughters, Teresa (Martin) Anderson, Plainfield, IL, Lynnette Marhas, Aurora, IL, and Michelle Specht, Princeton, IL; six grandchildren; two great-granddaughters; brothers, Robert Specht, Geneseo, IL, David Specht, Plainfield, IL, and Dennis Specht, Princeton, IL; and a sister Debbie Rodseth, in Minnesota.  He was preceded in death by his parents, a grandson, and a sister, Andrea Rosenow.

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Duane " Dewey" A McCall - March 16, 1942 - November 06, 2021

Departed: 11/06/2021 (Geneseo)

Obituary Preview: Duane A. "Dewey" McCall, 79, of Geneseo, IL, formerly of Russell, PA and Jamestown, NY,  passed away on November 6, 2021, at his home.  Cremation rites have been accorded and a memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. on December 4, 2021, at Heritage Church, Rock Island, IL.  You may also view the live stream of the service on the funeral home's Facebook page.  There will be no visitation.  Interment will take place at the Rock Island National Cemetery at a later date.  Memorials may be made to the Leukemia Research Foundation, 191 Waukegan Rd, Suite 105, Northfield, IL, 60093, or Heritage Church, Rock Island, IL.  Stackhouse-Moore Funeral & Cremation Services, Geneseo, is assisting the family with arrangements.

Duane Arnold McCall was born on March 16, 1942, in Jamestown, NY, the son of Cecil Leroy and Nellie Irene (Mattson) McCall.  He graduated from Falconer Central School in 1960 and earned two degrees from Jamestown Community College.  Duane served as a Radio Intercept Analyst Specialist in the US Air Force from 1962 to 1966.  He married the love of his life, Diane Mae Darling on June 19, 1965, in Jamestown, NY.  She preceded him in death on November 23, 2020.

Duane worked for MRC/TRW/SKF Aerospace, Falconer, NY, as a Quality Control Engineer until retiring in 2004.  He was a member of Heritage Church, Rock Island, IL, and a former member of both Geneseo First United Methodist Church, Geneseo, IL, and Lander United Methodist Church, Lander, PA.  Dewey had served in many areas within his church, as well as many years as a volunteer and chaperone for his daughters' many band and choir trips.  Dewey was a kind compassionate man that loved his family and friends with his whole heart.  He enjoyed traveling, attending his grandsons' sporting events, watching the weather channel, and collecting flashlights.

Those surviving are his two daughters and sons-in-law, Tammy and Jim Chaffee, Iowa City, IA, and Christine and Shane Seeley, Geneseo, IL; grandsons, Joshua (Anna) Seeley, Bettendorf, IA, Justin (Katie Kibler) Seeley, Champaign, IL, and Jordan (Brooke Harms) Seeley, Geneseo, IL; his great-grandchildren, Logan and Loralei; his "adopted daughter" and her family, Jill (Christopher) Schutt, Bettendorf, IA, and Mallory, Allie, Matt, and Megan; his brother, Jack (Mary) McCall, Orchard Park, NY;  sisters-in-law, Linda Darling, Durham, NC, and Sue (Steve) Keller, Goose Creek, SC; his brothers-in-law, Robert (Linda) Darling, Jamestown, NY, Gary (Linda) Darling, Loudon, TN, and Tom (Anthea) Darling, Hillsborough, NC; and many beloved nieces and nephews.  He was preceded in death by his parents, and his wife.

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Joan Petersen - Unknown - October 28, 2021

Departed: 10/28/2021 (Geneseo)

Obituary Preview: Joan Eva Petersen, age 83, of Grants Pass, died October 28, 2021, at Countryside Village in Grants Pass, Oregon.  Private family interment will be in Oakwood Cemetery, Geneseo, IL.  Stackhouse-Moore Funeral & Cremation Services, Geneseo is assisting the family with local arrangements.

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Pastor Tom R Wright - August 23, 1940 - October 16, 2021

Departed: 10/16/2021 (Geneseo)

Obituary Preview: Pastor Tom R. Wright, 81, of Joy, IL went to be with his Lord and Savior peacefully on Saturday, October 16, 2021 at his home in Joy.  Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, October 21, at First United Methodist Church, Geneseo.  Rev. Dr. Christopher Ritter will officiate.  You may also view the funeral on the church’s Facebook page.  Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery, Geneseo.  Visitation will be Wednesday from 4 – 7 p.m. at Stackhouse-Moore Funeral & Cremation Services, Geneseo.  A Celebration of Life service will be held on Saturday, November 20th at 10:00 am. at the Joy United Methodist Church, Joy, IL.  Memorial visitation will be held from 9 to 10 a.m. on November 20th at the Joy Church.  Memorials may be made to the Jail Ministry for Jesus; Joy, New Boston, or Eliza Church; or Geneseo First United Methodist Church.

Thomas Roland Wright was born on August 23, 1940, in Waukesha, WI, the son of Richard and Helen (Smith) Wright.  He graduated from Waukesha High School, attended William and Mary College, and graduated from Carroll College in 1963.  He did graduate work in philosophy at NYU and attended the Semester at Sea.  Tom met his wife, Luanne Nelson, in 10th grade at Waukesha High School and married her on April 15, 1967 in Pewaukee, WI.  She survives.

Tom worked as a stock and commodity broker and had many entrepreneurial endeavors. At 60, he became a local pastor for the Methodist Church and served churches in Viola, Preemption, Laharpe, Durham, Terre Haute, Joy, New Boston, Eliza, Galva, Bishop Hill, Illinois City, and Pine Bluff, Illinois.  He served a church in Acapulco, Mexico, which he did for five years. He authored a book, “Christness.  He was an avid Cubs fan and loved the Green Bay Packers and the Iowa Hawkeyes.  He was instrumental in getting the QC Thunder basketball team to the Quad Cities. Tom’s greatest pleasures were to introduce others to Jesus, and have the children and grandchildren over.

Survivors include his wife, Luanne; four children, Andrea Wright, Iowa City, IA, Brian (Janet) Wright, Dallas, TX, Dawn (Dion) Olson, Grand Mound, IA, and Sarah Wallace (Justin Rocke), Davenport; Quy and Denise Tran Lam who shared their home; six grandchildren, Arilyn Wallace, Austin Wallace, Logan Rocke, Grant Olson, Hope Olson, and Braden Wright; a soon to arrive, great-granddaughter; sister, Florence Hanson, Manitowoc, WI; and sister-in-law, Judy Goll.  He was preceded in death by his parents, brother, John Wright, and brother-in-law, David Hanson.

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Stephen Lynn DeGeeter - November 28, 1954 - October 10, 2021

Departed: 10/10/2021 (Geneseo)

Obituary Preview: Stephen L. DeGeeter, 66, of Aledo passed away on Sunday, October 10, 2021, at Hammond-Henry Hospital, Geneseo, IL.  Private services will be held at a later date.  Cremation rites have been accorded.  Stackhouse-Moore Funeral & Cremation Services is assisting the family.

Stephen was born November 28, 1954, in LaSalle, IL the son of Albert W. and Bernetta (Patch) DeGeeter.  He was raised on a farm in Little York, IL.  He graduated from Monmouth High School in 1972.  On December 2, 1972, he married Lorie Ann White in Monmouth, IL.  She survives.  Stephen had worked at Doans in Muscatine, IA and after retiring had operated his own lawn mowing service for 16 years.

Steve loved farming and helped many farmers throughout the years, but His greatest love was his family and his granddaughters.  They were the joy of his life.

Survivors include his wife, Lorie, Aledo; three children, Stephen R. (Karen) DeGeeter, Aledo; Carrie (Mark) Freeman, Seaton, IL; Marylu (Scott) Lee, Rock Island, IL; granddaughters, Cassidy and Macy Freeman, Seaton; sister, Barb (Randy) Goodwin, Monmouth, IL niece, Michelle Goodwin, Monmouth, IL.   He was preceded in death by his parents, a nephew, Jamie Goodwin, and a niece Amy Goodwin.

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Dale W. Ague - January 09, 1954 - September 17, 2021

Departed: 09/17/2021 (Geneseo)

Obituary Preview: Dale W. Ague, 67, of Geneseo, passed away on Friday, September 17, 2021, at Hammond-Henry Hospital, Geneseo.  Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, September 22nd, at the Geneseo Chapel of Stackhouse-Moore Funeral & Cremation Services.  Pastor Dwayne Brothers will officiate.  Burial will be in North Cemetery, Geneseo.  Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.  Memorials may be made to the Dale Ague Memorial Fund.

Dale Wayne Ague was born January 9, 1954 in Moline, the son of Donald L. Sr., and Virginia A. Graehling Ague.  He was educated in Moline schools and attended Roosevelt Military Academy in Aledo.  He later earned an AA degree in CAD & CAM from Black Hawk College in Moline.  His marriage to Deborah Carlile took place on February 5, 1972 in Rock Island.

He was a maintenance supervisor at George Evans Corporation in Moline until retiring in January 2016.  Dale was a very active member of the Izaak Walton League in Geneseo for many years and did volunteer work with the Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts in Geneseo.  He enjoyed camping, fishing, his garden, and making wooden toys.

Those surviving are his wife, Deb, five children, Terry (Cinnamon) Ague, Canyon Lake, Texas, Tim Ague, Genoa, Illinois, Tina VanQuakebeke, Mohave Valley, Arizona, Michael Ague, Bettendorf, Mark (Becky) Ague, Colona, eight grandchildren, five great grandchildren, and another one on the way.  Other survivors include a sister, Sharlyne (David) Fuller, Moline, and two brothers, Donald L. (Bonnie) Ague, Jr., and Emery (Deb) Ague, Glen Ellyn, Illinois.  His parents, his stepmother, Leona, a sister, Pamela Barnette, and a brother LeRoy Ague, preceded him in death.

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Judith Ann Smith - April 17, 1939 - September 06, 2021

Departed: 09/06/2021 (Geneseo)

Obituary Preview: Judith A. Smith, 82, of Geneseo, died on Monday, September 6, 2021, at Hillcrest Home, Geneseo.  Memorial visitation will be from 3 to 6 p.m. on Friday, September 10th at Stackhouse-Moore Funeral & Cremation Services, Geneseo. Cremation has been accorded and the interment will be in Oakwood Cemetery, Geneseo.  Memorials may be made to Hammond-Henry Hospital Foundation,

Judith Ann Brokaw was born April 17, 1939, in Galesburg, IL, the daughter of Wilbur and Bernadine (VanDervort) Brokaw.  She graduated from Geneseo High School in 1957.  She attended Illinois Wesleyan College, Bloomington, IL.  She was united in marriage to James L. Smith on April 29, 1961, in Moline, IL.  He survives.

Judy worked as an executive secretary and dental assistant, last working for Dr. Ronald Pachall dentistry in Moline before retiring.   She was an accomplished violinist and played in the Illinois Wesleyan College Orchestra.  She enjoyed traveling and oil painting.

Survivors include her husband, James; a son, Raul Melgar-Smith, Madison, WI; a brother, Bill (Jackie) Brokaw, Bollingbrook; a sister, Nancy Brokaw, Peoria; a sister-in-law, Sue Glanz, East Moline; several nieces and nephews and very dear friends Joyce and Gary Meling and their family.   She was preceded in death by her parents.

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Roena M Hintz - July 17, 1928 - September 01, 2021

Departed: 09/01/2021 (Geneseo)

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Mary Anne Daniels - August 04, 1942 - August 10, 2021

Departed: 08/10/2021 (Geneseo)

Obituary Preview: Mary Anne Daniels, 79, of rural Geneseo died on Tuesday, August 10, 2021 at the Allure Nursing Home, Geneseo.  Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, August 21, 2021 at First Lutheran Church, Geneseo.  Rev. Matt Kamprath will officiate.  Burial will be in Edford Township Cemetery, rural Geneseo.  Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Saturday at the church.  Memorials may be made to First Lutheran Church, Geneseo, or ELCA World Hunger Fund.  Stackhouse-Moore Funeral & Cremation Services, Geneseo is assisting the family.

Mary Anne Fatchett was born on August 4, 1942 in Clinton, IA the daughter of George and Leone (Dosland) Fatchett.  Mary Anne graduated from Elvira High School, Elvira, IA in 1960, from University of Northern Iowa, and with her masters from Western Illinois University.  On April 1, 1972 she married Gary L. Daniels in Geneseo, IL.  He survives.

Mary Anne had worked at Chemplex in Clinton, IA, taught two years at St. Malachy’s School, Geneseo and then taught 38 years for Geneseo School District before retiring in 2000.  She was a member of First Lutheran Church, Geneseo and the LCW of the church.  She enjoyed flowers, gardening, cooking, and spending time with family and friends.

Survivors include her husband, Gary; three children, Brian (Rebecca) Daniels, Geneseo, Sherilyn (Tom) Yerly, Peru, IL, and Lareon (Heather) Daniels, Le Claire, IA; four grandchildren, Megan, Mallory, Isabella, and Brayden; and step-grandchildren, Tyler and Hannah Yerly.  She is also survived by a sister, Evelyn (Ray) Stuedmann, Clinton, IA; and a brother, Robert (Ruth) Fatchett, Elvira, IA.  She was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Marilyn Zeimet; and a step-grandson, Grant Yerly.

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Clarence E. Henson, Jr. - January 08, 1927 - June 13, 2021

Departed: 06/13/2021 (Geneseo)

Obituary Preview: Clarence E. Henson, Jr., 94, of Geneseo, died on Sunday, June 13, 2021, at Hillcrest Home, Geneseo.  Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m., on Monday, June 21st at Stackhouse-Moore Funeral & Cremation Services, Geneseo.  Rev. Mark Graham will officiate.  Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery, Geneseo.  Visitation will take place on Sunday from 4 to 6 p.m., at the funeral home.  Memorials may be made to Geneseo Kiwanis Club, P.O. Box 171, Geneseo, IL 61254, or Grace United Methodist Church, 318 N. Center St., Geneseo, IL 61254.

Clarence was born on January 8, 1927, in Williamsville, Missouri, the son of Clarence E. Sr. and Jettie (Hughes) Henson.  On April 17, 1949, he married Marilyn Rhodes of Greenville, MO.  She preceded him in death on November 27, 2020, after 71 years of marriage.  He attended Southeast Missouri College in Cape Girardeau and graduated with honors from the University of Missouri in Columbia with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Agricultural Engineering.  He was the first Agricultural Engineer at the University of Missouri to receive the Student Honor Award presented to outstanding students in the field of engineering.

Clarence served two years in the Army Signal Corps including duty in the White House.  He started his employment in engineering with J.I. Case in Rockford, Illinois on July 1, 1954, and served at a number of plants over the years.  For the last 13 years before his retirement in 1984, he was Chief Engineer at the J. I. Case, Rock Island, Illinois facility.

He was a past member of the Society of Automotive Engineers and the Society of Agricultural Engineers.  He served 15 years on the Hammond Henry Hospital board of directors and 5 years on the Rebuilding Together board of directors.  He was a member of the Kiwanis Club of Geneseo where he was active at both the local and division levels, and he was instrumental in starting the Key Club in Geneseo.  Clarence was a member of Grace United Methodist Church, Geneseo, and served in various capacities within the church.  He enjoyed fishing in Canada, hunting wild turkeys in Missouri, playing golf, and gardening.

Survivors include a daughter and son-in-law, Vickie and Jerry Finley, Bettendorf; Iowa; a son, Stanley Henson, Richmond Heights, MO; two grandsons, Ryan (Amanda) Finley, and Grant (Kim) Finley; great-granddaughters, Mya & Quinn Finley; and one sister, Betty McFarland, Columbia, MO.  He was preceded in death by his parents, five sisters, and two brothers.

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Dorothy Brown - January 02, 1931 - May 27, 2021

Departed: 05/27/2021 (Geneseo)

Obituary Preview: Dorothy Brown, age 90, formerly of Geneseo, IL, passed away on Thursday, May 27, 2021, at The Paragon of Madisonville, KY. Dorothy was born on January 2, 1931, in Hesperia, MI to the late Karl and Eupha Patterson Halbower. She graduated from Moody Bible Institute in 1954. While in college she met her soon to be husband, George Brown, and soon after graduation they would be married. During her life, she was a housewife but also worked in retail as a type-setter. Dorothy loved to serve her Lord and enjoyed organizing Christmas programs, helping with VBS and jr church. While living in Princeton, KY, Dorothy attended Union Grove Baptist Church. She is survived by three daughters, Joy Gorski and husband Ted of Indianapolis, IN, Ruth Gerhardt of Geneseo, IL, and Melody Brown and fiancé Don Scattergood of Princeton; seven grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren. In addition to her parents, Dorothy is preceded in death by her husband of 50 years, George E. Brown; son, Mark Brown; one sister, Katerine Gotts; and three brothers, Norman, Byron, and Bill Halbower. Visitation for Dorothy Brown will be held on Saturday, May 29, 2021, from 3:30 PM to 6:00 PM at Morgan's Funeral Home in Princeton, KY. Graveside services will be held on Friday, June 4th at 10:00 a.m. at North Cemetery, Geneseo.  Stackhouse-Moore Funeral & Cremation Services is assisting the family with local arrangements.

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Karna A Hollatz - June 03, 1928 - April 24, 2021

Departed: 04/24/2021 (Geneseo)

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Gene Raymond Moore - November 27, 1934 - April 12, 2021

Departed: 04/12/2021 (Geneseo)

Obituary Preview: Gene R. Moore, 86 of Geneseo died on Monday, April 12, 2021, at Woodridge Assisted Living Center, Geneseo surrounded by his loving family.  Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, April 17th at Stackhouse-Moore Funeral & Cremation Services, Geneseo.  Rev. Dr. Roger Perry will officiate.  Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery, Geneseo.  Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. on Friday at the funeral home.  Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society.

Gene Raymond Moore was born November 27, 1934, in Caruthersville, MO the son of Byron and Charity “June” (Chilton) Moore.  He was raised and educated mainly in Danville, IL graduating from Danville High School in 1952.    He served in the U.S. Air Force serving in Taiwan. He married Geraldine Marlene Haurez on October 2, 1955, in Danville, IL.  She died on February 7, 2021.  He attended the University of Illinois majoring in Chemistry and while doing so he took a summer job for Harlan Johnson at the Johnson Funeral Home in Danville, IL.  He found his true calling while working there and decided to go instead to Worsham College of Mortuary Science in Chicago, IL.  He began his Funeral Directing career in Danville until 1969 when he moved to Kewanee, IL to work for Cavanaugh & Schueneman Funeral Home.  He later became a partner with the addition of Sheffield and Annawan Funeral Homes moving to Sheffield in 1975.  The partnership evolved into Stackhouse-Moore Funeral Services with funeral homes in Sheffield, Annawan, Cambridge, Atkinson, Geneseo, & Galva, IL from which he retired in 1999.

Gene was a member of Stewart Lodge #92 A.F & A.M; Moline Consistory, and the Geneseo Moose Lodge.  He had been a member of Hidden Lake Golf Course and Geneseo Country Club for many years.  He loved to golf, go to the casino, and travel, especially to Florida where he enjoyed spending the winters for over 30 years.

Survivors include his daughter, Cheryl (David) Garrett, Bloomington, IL; sons, David (Ellen) Moore and Eric (Renee) Moore, all of Geneseo; grandchildren, Daniel (Colleen) Garrett, Christopher Garrett, Adam ( Amber) Moore, Kasey Moore, Alexander (Fiancée Bryanna Neria) Moore, Jonathan Moore, Elliott Moore; great-grandchildren, Eric Carriger, Mavrick Carriger, Bradley Garrett, Catherine Garrett, and Killian Garrett.   He is also survived by his sister, Colleen Moore, Danville, IL.  He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, and two brothers John "Buddy" Moore and William Moore.

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G. Marlene Moore - February 28, 1936 - February 07, 2021

Departed: 02/07/2021 (Geneseo)

Obituary Preview: G. Marlene Moore, 84, of Geneseo died on Sunday, February 7th in Geneseo.  Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, February 12th at the Stackhouse-Moore Funeral & Cremation Services, Geneseo.  Rev. Roger Perry will officiate.  Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery, Geneseo.  Visitation will be from 3 to 5 p.m. on Thursday at the funeral home.  Memorials may be made to Alzheimer’s Association.

Geraldine Marlene Haurez was born on February 28, 1936 in Danville, IL the daughter of Henry and Geraldine “Gerry” (Keerns) Haurez.  She was raised and educated in the Danville area.  On October 2, 1955 she married Gene R. Moore in Danville, IL.  The couple had resided in Danville, Kewanee, Sheffield and Geneseo, IL.  Marlene had owned and operated Fabricland in Kewanee, IL for several years.

Marlene greatly loved her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren and doing whatever she could for them, especially cooking birthday celebrations, making them Christmas stockings and needlepoint works for each.  Her hobbies included crocheting and needlepoint work, playing cards, and getting together with friends.

Those surviving are her husband, Gene; daughter Cheryl (David) Garrett, Bloomington, IL; sons, David (Ellen) Moore and Eric (Renee) Moore, all of Geneseo; seven grandchildren, Daniel (Colleen) Garrett, Christopher Garrett, Adam (Amber) Moore, Kasey Moore, Alexander (fiancée, Bryanna Neria) Moore, Jonathan Moore, and Elliott Moore; great-grandchildren, Eric Carriger, Mavrick Carriger, Bradley Garrett, Catherine Garrett and Killian Garrett; and her sister Sharon (Mike) Martini.  She was preceded in death by her parents, and brother, Henry “Butch” Haurez, Jr.

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Cheryl Dub - November 22, 1951 - January 31, 2021

Departed: 01/31/2021 (Geneseo)

Obituary Preview: Cheryl Dub, 69, of Geneseo formerly of Cicero, IL died on Sunday, January 31, 2021, at her home surrounded by her loving family.  Funeral services will be held at Noon on Friday, February 5th at Stackhouse-Moore Funeral & Cremation Services, 225 E. Park St., Geneseo.  Pastor David Murphy will officiate.  Burial will be in National Cemetery Rock Island Arsenal.  Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to noon at the funeral home.  Memorials may be made to Cheryl Dub Memorial Fund.

Cheryl Mann was born on November 22, 1951, in Chicago, IL the daughter of Robert C. and Lucinda Jean (Sloan) Mann.  On December 5, 1970, she married Carl Dub in Cicero, IL.

Cheryl was a stay-at-home mom who raised her four children as well as home schooled them.  Cheryl attended First Baptist Church, Geneseo.  Her passion was her children, she also enjoyed gardening and crocheting.

Survivors include her husband, Carl; children, Carrie (Brian) Pickle, Plainfield, IL, David Dub, Kenosha, WI, Lorrie (Charles) Pace, Radcliff, KY, and Tarra (Kevin Orf) Dub, Morris, IL; 6 grandchildren, Christina Dub, Michael Dub, Emma Dub, Liam Dub-Jaros, Makayla Pickle, and Mason Dub-Orf; and a brother, Robert Mann, Hammond, IN.  Preceded by her parents.

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Steven L. Bartels - January 03, 1948 - January 14, 2021

Departed: 01/14/2021 (Geneseo)

Obituary Preview: Steven L. Bartels, 73, of Peoria, formerly of Kewanee, passed away on Thursday, January 14, 2021, at his residence in Peoria where he was in hospice care.  As per his wishes, cremation has been accorded and there will be no services.  Stackhouse-Moore Funeral & Cremation Services, Galva, is assisting the family.

Steven Lee Bartels was born January 3, 1948 in Hebron, Nebraska, the son of Lawrence W. and Darlene M. Schroder Bartels.  He worked construction in the area and served two tours of duty in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War.

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Richard "Dick" C. Nowers - December 22, 1923 - December 14, 2020

Departed: 12/14/2020 (Geneseo)

Obituary Preview: Richard C. “Dick” Nowers, 96, of Geneseo, passed away Monday, December 14, 2020, at Long Term Care, Hammond Henry Hospital, Geneseo, IL.  Private funeral services will be held on Friday, December 18th at Stackhouse-Moore Funeral & Cremation Services, Geneseo.  Rev. Mark Graham will officiate.  Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery, Geneseo.  No public visitation will be held.  Memorials may be made to Grace United Methodist Church, Geneseo.

Dick was born December 22, 1923, in Atkinson, Illinois, the son of Phil and Elizabeth (Zimmerman) Nowers.  He was a member of the Army Air Corp during WWII with the 507th Fighter Group in the Pacific.  Dick earned 3 bronze stars for his service.  He married Helen Ladwig on September 4, 1949, in Geneseo.  They had 60 years together before she died on August 7, 2009.

Those surviving are daughters, Diane Nowers, Grand Marais, MN, and Janet Nowers-Meyer and Steve Meyer, Three Lakes, WI.  He was preceded in death by his parents, and his wife.

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Marilyn I Henson - November 12, 1929 - November 27, 2020

Departed: 11/27/2020 (Geneseo)

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For those who prefer cremation, Stackhouse-Moore Funeral Services, Inc., Geneseo Chapel offers a range of options designed to meet your individual needs. From direct cremation to cremation with a memorial service or traditional funeral service, their staff will work with you to create a personalized and meaningful tribute to your loved one. They also offer a range of urns and other cremation products to help you honor your loved one.

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The staff at Stackhouse-Moore Funeral Services, Inc., Geneseo Chapel are dedicated professionals who are committed to providing exceptional service to every family they serve. From the funeral directors to the support staff, every member of the team is trained to provide compassionate care and guidance during your time of need. They understand that losing a loved one is never easy and are dedicated to helping you navigate the grieving process with dignity and respect.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is an obituary?

An obituary is a written notice that announces the death of a person, typically including their name, age, date of birth and death, and a brief biography. It may also include information about their family, accomplishments, and any notable achievements.

Why are obituaries important?

Obituaries serve as a way to inform friends, family, and community members of a person's passing, allowing them to pay their respects and offer condolences. They also provide a sense of closure and help to celebrate the life of the deceased.

Who typically writes an obituary?

In most cases, the obituary is written by the family of the deceased, often with the assistance of a funeral home or mortuary. In some cases, a close friend or colleague may also write an obituary.

What information should be included in an obituary?

A typical obituary includes the person's full name, age, date of birth and death, place of residence, occupation, and names of surviving family members. It may also include information about their hobbies, interests, achievements, and any notable accomplishments.

How long should an obituary be?

The length of an obituary can vary depending on the publication and the family's wishes. Typically, it ranges from a few sentences to several paragraphs.

Can I include photos in an obituary?

Yes, many publications allow you to include one or more photos with the obituary. This can be a nice way to personalize the notice and provide a visual memory of the deceased.

How do I submit an obituary to a newspaper or online publication?

You can usually submit an obituary through the publication's website or by contacting their obituary department directly. Be sure to follow their specific guidelines and deadlines for submission.

Is there a cost associated with publishing an obituary?

Yes, there is often a fee associated with publishing an obituary in a newspaper or online publication. The cost varies depending on the publication and the length of the obituary.

Can I write my own obituary?

Yes, it is becoming increasingly common for people to write their own obituaries before they pass away. This can be a therapeutic exercise and allows you to have control over how you are remembered.

What is the difference between an obituary and a death notice?

A death notice is a brief announcement of a person's passing, typically including only basic information such as name, age, and date of death. An obituary provides more detailed information about the person's life and accomplishments.

Can I include humor or personal anecdotes in an obituary?

Absolutely! An obituary is a celebration of the person's life, so feel free to include humorous stories or personal anecdotes that capture their personality and spirit.

How long does it take for an obituary to be published?

The timeframe for publishing an obituary varies depending on the publication's schedule and deadlines. Typically, it takes anywhere from a few hours to several days for an obituary to appear in print or online.

Can I make changes to an obituary after it has been published?

In most cases, changes cannot be made to an obituary once it has been published. It's essential to review the text carefully before submitting it to ensure accuracy and completeness.

What if I need to correct an error in an already-published obituary?

If you need to correct an error in an already-published obituary, contact the publication's obituary department immediately. They will work with you to correct the mistake and publish a revised version.

Can I include charitable donations or memorial information in an obituary?

Yes, many families choose to include information about charitable donations or memorial services in the obituary. This can be a meaningful way to honor the deceased and support a worthy cause.

How do I handle sensitive or private information in an obituary?

If there is sensitive or private information that you prefer not to share publicly, it's best to omit it from the obituary or discuss it with a trusted funeral home or mortuary professional for guidance.

Can I include quotes or poems in an obituary?

Absolutely! Quotes or poems can add a personal touch to an obituary and provide comfort to those who are grieving.

What if I'm unsure about what to write in an obituary?

If you're struggling to write an obituary, consider seeking guidance from a funeral home or mortuary professional. They can provide templates and suggestions to help you get started.

Can I republish an obituary at a later date?

In some cases, yes. If you want to republish an obituary on a anniversary of the person's passing or another significant date, contact the original publication for guidance on their reprint policies.

Are there any specific rules or regulations around writing an obituary?

While there are no hard-and-fast rules, it's essential to be respectful and truthful when writing an obituary. Avoid including inflammatory language or controversial topics that may offend others.

How do I ensure that my loved one's legacy lives on through their obituary?

An obituary is just one way to celebrate your loved one's life. Consider creating a memorial fund, planting a tree in their honor, or establishing a scholarship in their name to keep their memory alive.

What if I'm dealing with complex family dynamics when writing an obituary?

If you're facing challenging family dynamics when writing an obituary, consider seeking guidance from a neutral third party such as a funeral home or mortuary professional. They can help facilitate communication and ensure that all parties are respected.

Can I write an obituary for someone who has passed away suddenly or unexpectedly?

Yes. Even in cases where death was sudden or unexpected, an obituary can still be written as a way to process grief and celebrate the person's life.

How do I balance honesty with tact when writing an obituary?

When writing an obituary, strive for honesty while still being respectful of the deceased and their loved ones. Avoid sharing sensitive or potentially hurtful information that could cause distress.

What if I'm overwhelmed by grief when trying to write an obitary?

If you're feeling overwhelmed by grief when trying to write an obitary, consider seeking support from friends, family members, or a professional counselor. They can provide emotional support and help you navigate this difficult task.