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02/20/2026

Louis A Nack, Jr

Louis A. Nack Jr., age 90, passed away on Thursday, February 19, 2026, at St. Dominic Villa in Hazel Green Wisconsin. He was born on February 27, 1935, the son of Louis and Helen (Waldron) Nack. He married Dolores McWilliams at Our Lady of Hope Catholic Church in Seymour Township, Shullsburg, WI, on June 20, 1959, and they were united in marriage for over 66 years. The marriage was blessed with five children.

A lifelong Galena resident, Louis graduated from Campion High School (Prairie Du Chien, WI) in 1952. He graduated from the College of Holy Cross (Worcester, MA) in 1956. He started law school at the University of Michigan in 1956 and left law school to enlist in Officer Candidate School for the US Navy. He was sworn into the US Navy on his 22nd birthday on February 27, 1957, and served until June 1960, leaving with the rank of Lieutenant Junior Officer Grade. He was in the Beachmasters Two, Amphibious Navy and later transferred to instructor school. Louis received several medals and ribbons in the Navy.

After his military time, Louis worked for the American Can Company. He left the American Can Company in 1964 and re-enrolled in law school at the University of Illinois and graduated with the class of 1966. Louis returned to Galena, IL, in 1966 to practice law with his father, Louis A. Nack Sr., and James Richardson. Louis worked primarily out of the Elizabeth, IL office. His younger brother James Nack joined the firm in 1974, and they worked together for nearly 50 years. His sons, Joseph Nack and Thomas Nack, joined the firm and continue to practice along with Hailey Wills. Louis also practiced with the Honorable William Kelly and Terry Kurt. Louis worked together with his dedicated and loyal legal assistant, Norma McClain, for over 50 years.

Louis was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Galena Elks, Galena VFW, Knights of Columbus, Illinois Bar Association, and past president of the Jo Daviess County Bar Association.

Louis loved growing up in Galena and raising his family there. He made many life-long friends. He was a wonderful storyteller and enjoyed sharing stories about his childhood with his family and friends. He had a long and happy life and left us with fond memories.

Louis loved being an attorney and was proud of the family law firm and its long history in Galena. He was known for his personal and professional integrity, as well as for his fairness, honesty, compassion, and common sense. He was a devoted husband to Dolores and a caring and loving father and grandfather.

Louis is survived by his wife, Dolores Nack; his four children, Michael, Joseph (Jill) , Thomas (Sarah), and Anne (John). He is survived by seven grandchildren, Samantha, Christopher, Tyler, Benjamin, William, Gus and Ruby. He is survived by his brother, James (Patricia) Nack; sister-in-law Kathleen Kelley; and brother-in-law, Dennis (Sutti) McWilliams as well as many loving nieces and nephews.

Louis was predeceased by his infant daughter, Mary Kathleen; his parents, Louis and Helen Nack; his in-laws, Joseph and Mary Ellen McWilliams; his sister and brother-in-law, Lenore and Dr. Robert Huber; his sister and brother-in-law, Joan and Charles Allen; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, John and Darlene McWilliams; his nephew and godson Joseph Huber; and niece Mary Huber.

The family would like to thank all the caregivers at St. Dominic’s Villa and Margo Simmons for the kindness, patience and compassion they gave to Louis.

In lieu of flowers the family would request donations be made to the Galena Foundation Inc. or a charity of your choice.

Family and friends may call from 9:00 – 11:15 a.m., on Saturday, February 28, 2026, at St. Mary’s Church in Galena, where the Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:30 a.m., with Fr. Robert Chinnapan officiating. Burial will follow at St. Mary’s Cemetery, where military honors will be accorded by members of VFW Post # 2665 and American Legion Post # 193 of Galena.

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02/14/2026

Virginia Ann Sly

Virginia Ann Sly began her earthly journey on June 5, 1927, in Peoria, IL. A few minutes later, her identical twin sister, Betty, joined her. They would travel this world for the next 98 years, not always together, but not always apart. Their parents were Flossie and Earl Lapier. Sadly, Flossie became a single parent when the girls were only six months old, as Earl died on January 28, 1928.

Flossie raised her daughters in Peoria, where they led an active life in their Methodist church, graduated from Manual High School, and both attended a secretarial school after graduation. Their first job was at a hotel in Chicago, both taking turns getting people to and from various floors on the hotel’s elevator. Later, Virginia worked at a law firm in downtown Chicago. She eventually met Maurice Sly at a church camp in Michigan. They were married in the Chicago Methodist Temple on May 24, 1952. Her sister, Betty, was also married that same year in October to Richard Steele.

1952 was the year Betty and Virginia took different paths in life. Betty stayed in the Chicago area while Virginia and Mo settled in Denver, CO. Their son Kenneth was born in Denver, but when Mo graduated from the University of Denver, they moved to Clairton, PA. Wanting to utilize his newly acquired business degree, he managed a cafeteria at a steel mill in the town of Clairton. It was in nearby McKeesport that their daughter, Barbara, was born on Virginia’s 28th birthday. Two years later, the family moved back to the Denver area and bought a house in Arvada, CO. It was there that two more daughters, Sharon and Julie, were added to the family. Virginia would live in the same house in Arvada for the next 62 years.

Virginia was actively involved as her family grew over the years. She was a 4-H leader, Sunday School teacher for disabled students, active in her Presbyterian church women’s group, and volunteered at the local food pantry and senior center. She worked for many years as an office manager for her church and an upholstery company.

Virginia’s leisure time was spent camping with her family. There were trips in the mountains and a variety of summer vacations. As their four children left home, Virginia and Mo invested in a camping trailer and traveled over 8,000 miles, eventually visiting all fifty states.

In 2009, Mo passed away. Virginia continued to live on her own in Arvada, with the help of her daughter, Julie. Virginia moved to assisted living facilities in Colorado from 2019-2024 with the help of her daughter, Sharon. In September of 2024, Virginia joined her daughter, Barb, in Dubuque, IA where she moved into Bethany Home. Virginia’s sister, Betty, passed away on September 11, 2025. The twins finally met again to begin their eternal journey when Virginia passed away on February 12, 2026.

Virginia is survived by her children, Ken, Barb, Sharon and Julie. She is also survived by her six grandchildren, Xavier, Chelsea, Nick, Tom, Kira and Eric, as well as three great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, sister, and grandson, Lee.

A special thanks goes to the staff at Bethany Home in Dubuque, IA for their wonderful care and compassion.

A celebration of Virginia’s life will be at a later date this summer.

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02/05/2026

Dennis Francis Welter

Dennis Francis Welter, age 69, of Allure of Mt. Carroll, IL, formerly of East Dubuque, IL, passed away on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at FHN Memorial Hospital, Freeport, Il.

Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, February 7, 2026, at St. Mary’s Church, in East Dubuque, IL, with Fr. Bosco Aruldoss officiating. Burial will follow at the East Dubuque Cemetery.

Family and friends may call from 9:30 – 10:45 a.m., on Saturday, at the Church.

Dennis was born on July 23, 1956, in Dubuque, IA, the son of Dorrance H. “Sparky” and Marilyn A. (Kieffer) Welter.

He was formerly employed at the Jo Daviess Workshop in Galena, IL. Dennis enjoyed stock car racing, dancing and Karaoke.

Surviving is a brother, Richard P. “Dick” (Margaret) Welter, of Kieler, Wisconsin; nieces and nephews; a brother-in-law, Donald Stumpf, of Asbury, IA; and his “Big Brother”, Jim Potter, of Dubuque, IA.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Sparky and Marilyn; two brothers, Dorrance “Junior Welter and David Welter, in infancy; and his sister, Kathy Ann Stumpf.

The family wishes to give special thanks to the nurses and staff at Allure of Mt. Carroll and FHN Memorial Hospital for the kindness and compassion shown to Dennis.

Memorials may be given to the Jo Daviess Workshop, 706 S. West St., Galena, IL. 61036.

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02/02/2026

John B Risley

John B. Risley, 81, of Deltona, FL, formerly of East Dubuque, IL, passed away on Friday, January 30, 2026, at his home in Deltona, FL.

Burial will be later this Spring in the East Dubuque Cemetery.

The Miller Funeral Home, of East Dubuque, is assisting the family with local arrangements.

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02/01/2026

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01/22/2026

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01/20/2026

Kevin Whalen, from Sioux Falls, South Dakota, peacefully passed away at Ava’s Hospice House on Friday, January 16, 2026, with his family by his side. He was 70 years old.

Kevin Ray Whalen was born on August 10, 1955, in Pierre, South Dakota, to George “Ray” and Bernadette (née Moriarty) Whalen. He lived with his parents and sisters, Dee and Colleen, in Pierre until 1962, when the family moved to Aberdeen, South Dakota. Kevin graduated with honors from Aberdeen Roncalli High School in 1973.

After high school, Kevin followed his parents to the Black Hills and began his college education at Black Hills State University in Spearfish, South Dakota. He earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration with an Accounting emphasis, graduating with honors in 1977.

Kevin began his professional career with the Internal Revenue Service in September 1977 and worked there for approximately 27 years. He retired in December 2005 on excellent terms, proudly receiving the Albert Gallatin Award, which is the Treasury Department’s highest honor for exemplary career service.

In his personal life, Kevin met the love of his life, Teri Rosemeyer, in Rapid City, South Dakota, on September 15, 1979. The couple married on February 21, 1981, in Aurora, Colorado. Over their 46 years together, they shared their lives with three beloved dogs: MaGee, an Irish Setter; Bailey, a Gordon Setter; and Annie, also a Gordon Setter.

In his spare time, Kevin enjoyed golfing, cooking, biking, spending time with his dogs, tending to his orange tree in Arizona, and exploring new and used Audis at the dealership. He also had a passion for music.

Kevin is survived by his wife, Teri Whalen, of Sioux Falls, SD; his sister, Colleen (Joe) Roper, of Durango, CO; his niece, Cindy (Rob) Matter, of Mesa, AZ; and his nephew, Chad (Anita) Loseth, of Rapid City, SD. In addition, Kevin is survived by sisters-in-law, Susan (Bill) Prochaska, Pam Eagles, and Julie Jenniges, together with brothers-in-law, Tim Hoime, Johnnie Kamm, and Tom Vaughan, as well as many cherished nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, George” Ray” and Bernadette Whalen; his sister, Delores “Dee” Hoime (née Whalen); his aunt, Sr. Marie Patrice Moriarty; his mother and father-in-law, Norb and Rita Rosemeyer; his nephew, Dr. Matthew Eagles; brothers-in-law, Dick Jenniges and Derek Eagles; and two sisters-in-law, Jill Kamm and Vicki Vaughan.

A funeral Mass will be held at 11:00 AM on Thursday, January 22, 2026, at Prince of Peace Sacred Heart Chapel, located at 4500 Prince of Peace Place, Sioux Falls, SD 57103. A visitation will take place from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, at Miller Funeral Home – Downtown, located at 507 S. Main Avenue, Sioux Falls, SD 57104.

Kevin will be laid to rest at East Dubuque Cemetery in East Dubuque, Illinois, on Saturday, January 24, 2026.

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01/18/2026

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01/18/2026

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01/06/2026

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01/03/2026

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Rhonda K. Thurman, 82, of Dubuque, IA, formerly of Galena, IL, passed away on Friday, January 2, 2026, at Ennoble Manor Care Center, in Dubuque, IA. Family and friends may call from 4 PM - 7 PM, on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, at the Miller Funeral Home, in East Dubuque,

01/03/2026

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Charles L. Peters, 82, of East Dubuque, IL, formerly of Galena, IL, passed away suddenly on Thursday, January 1, 2026, at Mercy One/Dubuque Medical Center, in Dubuque, IA. Family and friends may call from 915 AM - 1015 AM, on Tuesday, January 6, 2026, at St. Marys Church, in East