Preston-Schilling Funeral Home, Ltd.

Preston-Schilling Funeral Home, Ltd. Locally owned and operated since 1904. Preston-Schilling Funeral Home is dedicated to providing any life honoring services you or your family may need.

Serving families in the Dixon, Illinois area for over 112 years, Preston-Schilling Funeral Home has been committed to providing value driven service to families by creating unique life celebrations that honor a loved ones life. Families choose us for our excellent and caring service and our ability to offer any type of service a family may need no matter what your budget may be when a death occurs

. You will discover why Preston-Schilling Funeral Home has been the trusted choice in the Dixon area since 1904.

Ted Earl Overholt, 88, of Dixon, IL, passed away on Sunday, April 19, 2026, at OSF Saint Katharine Medical Center in Dix...
04/21/2026

Ted Earl Overholt, 88, of Dixon, IL, passed away on Sunday, April 19, 2026, at OSF Saint Katharine Medical Center in Dixon. He retired as a machinist.

Ted was born on August 7, 1937, in Chicago, IL, the son of Ogden and Edith (Fleming) Overholt. He married Barbara "Barb" Taugher and together...

Kathryn "Kay" Lee Tetrick, 99, of Rockford, IL, formerly of Dixon, IL, passed away on Sunday, April 19, 2026, at her hom...
04/20/2026

Kathryn "Kay" Lee Tetrick, 99, of Rockford, IL, formerly of Dixon, IL, passed away on Sunday, April 19, 2026, at her home with her family by her side.

Kay was born on January 31, 1927, in Dongola, IL, the daughter of Wilford and Elva (Sutton) Lentz. She married the love of her life, Russell ...

David John Haag, 34, of Dixon, IL, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. He worked 9 years for Dixon Co...
04/20/2026

David John Haag, 34, of Dixon, IL, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. He worked 9 years for Dixon Correctional Center and had risen in rank to a Correctional Lieutenant 2 years prior to his passing.

David was born on August 11, 1991, in McPherson, KS, the son of John and ...

Louis Wigginton, 88, of Dixon, IL, passed away on Thursday, April 16, 2026, at Allure of Sterling.Cremation Rites have b...
04/17/2026

Louis Wigginton, 88, of Dixon, IL, passed away on Thursday, April 16, 2026, at Allure of Sterling.

Cremation Rites have been accorded. There will be no services at this time.

Arrangements are being completed by Preston-Schilling Funeral Home in Dixon.

Condolences may be sent to ...

Planning ahead is one of the most meaningful gifts you can give the people you love. 🤍Pre-planning helps remove uncertai...
04/16/2026

Planning ahead is one of the most meaningful gifts you can give the people you love. 🤍

Pre-planning helps remove uncertainty during an emotional time, allowing families to focus on remembering, supporting one another, and honoring a life well lived.

If you’ve ever considered planning ahead, we’re here to help answer your questions. https://www.prestonschilling.com/planning/have-the-talk-of-a-lifetime

Betty Jean Murray, 98, of Dixon, IL, passed away on Saturday, April 11, 2026 (just two days short of her 99th birthday),...
04/13/2026

Betty Jean Murray, 98, of Dixon, IL, passed away on Saturday, April 11, 2026 (just two days short of her 99th birthday), at her farm home with her daughter, Linda, by her side.

Betty was born on April 13, 1927, in Dixon, the daughter of Frank and Irene (Taylor) Wiggins, Sr. She married Rolan...

We’ve moved—and we’d love to show you around 💙Join us for an Open House at our new location on Friday, April 24th, from ...
04/13/2026

We’ve moved—and we’d love to show you around 💙
Join us for an Open House at our new location on Friday, April 24th, from 4–6 PM. Stop by, meet our team, and take a look at the space we’ve thoughtfully created to serve our families with care and comfort.
📍 1033 Franklin Grove Rd, Dixon, IL 61021
Whether you’re a familiar face or new to our community, we’d love to welcome you in. We hope to see you there!

Today, we celebrate the pets who greet us at the door, sit beside us in quiet moments, and become beloved members of our...
04/11/2026

Today, we celebrate the pets who greet us at the door, sit beside us in quiet moments, and become beloved members of our families. 🐾💛

In honor of National Pet Day, we’re reminded how deep the bond between people and their pets truly is.

Give your furry friend some extra love today. 🐶🐱

Kathleen "Kay" Mary Bodmer, 95, of Dixon, IL, passed away peacefully at Heritage Square in Dixon on Saturday, April 4, 2...
04/06/2026

Kathleen "Kay" Mary Bodmer, 95, of Dixon, IL, passed away peacefully at Heritage Square in Dixon on Saturday, April 4, 2026.

Kay was born on February 5, 1931, in Amboy, IL, the daughter of George and Catherine (Sharkey) Schwamberger. She was a 1949 graduate of Amboy High School. She was em...

We are thrilled to announce that Preston-Schilling Funeral Home has officially moved to our new location at 1033 Frankli...
04/04/2026

We are thrilled to announce that Preston-Schilling Funeral Home has officially moved to our new location at 1033 Franklin Grove Rd, in Dixon. This move marks an exciting new chapter, and we are looking forward to continuing to serve our community.

Marion H. Harris, 98, of Byron, IL, passed away on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, at Neighbors Health Center in Byron. She wor...
04/03/2026

Marion H. Harris, 98, of Byron, IL, passed away on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, at Neighbors Health Center in Byron. She worked for several different companies as a Proof Reader throughout her life until retirement.

Marion was born on January 3, 1928, in Sublette, IL, the daughter of Roy and Ber...

Shirley M. Lewis, 87, of Dixon, IL, passed away on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, at Dixon Rehabilitation & Health Care Center...
04/03/2026

Shirley M. Lewis, 87, of Dixon, IL, passed away on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, at Dixon Rehabilitation & Health Care Center.

Cremation Rites have been accorded. There will be no services at this time.

Arrangements are being completed by Preston-Schilling Funeral Home in Dixon.

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Address

1033 Franklin Grove Road
Dixon, IL
61021

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+18152884469

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