Knapp-Johnson Funeral Home and Cremation Center

04/03/2026

Mowing season is here! We welcome our new mowing team, Will and Grant! We are thankful to have them care for the lawn at Knapp-Johnson.

04/03/2026

On this Easter, we’re reminded that even after the most difficult seasons, light and peace can still be found. For those who are missing someone today, know that it’s okay to carry both love and loss at the same time. The memories we hold close continue to shape and stay with us.

Wishing you a quiet day of reflection, comfort, and connection. Wishing you and your loved ones a calm, joyful, and blessed Easter from everyone at Knapp-Johnson Funeral Home and Cremation Center . 🌷🐣

04/02/2026

CONGERVILLE – Ronald G. McGlaughlin, 75, of Congerville, passed away Wednesday, April 1, 2026.

He was born on October 1, 1950, in Peoria, Illinois, to Orelle and Vera (VanOppen) Sides.

Ronald leaves behind a love for the Congerville community, his beloved sale barn, his family and ...

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03/30/2026

MORTON - Edward E. “Bud” Pittenger, 83, of Morton, passed away Monday, March 30, 2026, at OSF Richard L. Owens Hospice Home in Peoria.

He was born on June 26, 1942, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, to William E. and Edna Lucile (Williams) Pittenger. Bud married Linda “Rae” Pittenger on October 16...

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03/30/2026

MORTON – Alice Louise (Allie Lou) Keighin Strunk passed away peacefully with family at her bedside on Saturday morning, March 28, 2026.

Allie Lou was born on November 27, 1926, in Pontiac, Illinois, to Charles and Lillian Keighin. She married Robert Strunk in September of 1948 in Peoria, Ill...

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03/28/2026

MORTON —
Julian Dean Pierce, 85, of Morton, passed away Wednesday, March 25, at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria.

He was born on March 5, 1941 in Little Rock, AR, to Edgar Dewey and Thelma Elby (McGinty) Pierce. Dean married Launa Stevenson on August 6, 1961, in Peoria, Illinois. ...

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03/26/2026

METAMORA – Patricia A. Butler, 85, of Metamora, passed away unexpectantly Tuesday, March 24, 2026, at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria. She was surrounded by her family, whom she loved dearly.

She was born on June 14, 1940, in Peoria, Illinois, to Emil and Helen (Reed) Hawksworth. Pa...

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03/26/2026

MORTON – Dorothy A. Isenberg, 91, of Raytown, Missouri, formerly of Morton, passed away on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at her residence.

She was born on December 8, 1934, in Rock Island, Illinois, to Merle and Hazel (Pegg) Jackson. Dorothy married Emery Isenberg on April 11, 1954, in Erie, I...

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03/25/2026

Every family has their own unique wishes when it comes to saying goodbye. Whether you choose burial or cremation, what matters most is creating a service that reflects your loved one’s life, values, and story.

At Knapp-Johnson Funeral Home and Cremation Center, we’re here to help you explore every option and design a service that feels meaningful and personal. 💐

Reach out to us at (309) 263-7426 to talk through what’s possible.

03/23/2026

Opal J. Rocke, 95 of Morton, passed away at Apostolic Christian Restmor in Morton.

She was born on June 24, 1930, in Martinsville, Virginia to Roy and Doris (Thomasson) Gregory.

She married Wayne Rocke on April 17, 1954, and they enjoyed nearly 69 years of committed and godly marriag...

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03/22/2026

Morton – Thomas N. “Tom” Wilcox, 68, of Morton, passed away on Thursday, March 19, 2026, at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria.

Tom was born on July 3, 1957, in Pontiac, Illinois, to Bill and Patsy (Clevenger) Wilcox.

Surviving are his children, Michael (Ashley) Wilcox of Cape ...

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03/22/2026

MORTON – Janet Ruth Dullard, of Morton, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 17th, 2026 surrounded by her family at MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston.

Janet was born January 24th, 1963, to George and Ruth Opperman in Lincoln, IL. She was preceded in death by her parents. She is surviv...

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