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Victor Lang Jr.
Victor R. Lang Jr., 64, of Orion died Dec. 1, 2004, at his home.
Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Friday at Kirk, Huggins & Esterdahl Funeral Home, Orion. Burial will be in Western Township cemetery , Orion. Visitation will be 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home and one hour prior to service time on Friday. Memorials may be made to the American Lung Association.
Victor was born Sept. 29, 1940, in Quincy, Ill., to Victor R. Sr. and Dorothy Coulson Lang. He married
Lynn Hess Jan. 6, 1968, in Rock Island County.
Victor owned and operated Lang Construction in Orion for 30 years.
Victor enjoyed fishing and spending time with his grandchildren.
Survivors (and spouses) are his wife, Lynn; father, Victor R. (Ann) Lang Sr., Quincy, Ill.; daughter, Necia (George) Miller, Orion; son, Russell Lang, Andover; grandchildren, Ashley Carroll, Caitlyn Carroll and Jerred Carroll, all of Orion; sister, Phyllis (Raymond) Tysma, Cordova; brother, Jerry Lang, Silvis, and Chuck Lang, Canton, Mo. He was preceded in death by his mother, Dorothy.
Ruth Rees
Ruth E. Rees, 91, Alexis, died Tuesday, Nov. 30, 2004, at Marigold Health Care Center, Galesburg.
Graveside services will be 11 a.m. Friday at Alexis cemetery , with the Rev. Phil Cooper of Alexis United Presbyterian officiating. No visitation is planned. Hoover-Hall, Alexis, is in charge of arrangements.
She was born Feb. 8, 1913, in Louisa County, Iowa, to Charles and Bertha Bower Cook. Ruth married
Roy G. Moore, and later married
Lee Olin Sept. 11, 1942. Due to poor health, Lee and Ruth moved to Tucson, Ariz., in 1951. He died in 1954. Ruth later married
Jim Rees in 1959. He died in 1982.
Survivors are her daughter, Mary Barry, Hot Springs, Ark.; twin stepsons, Dale Rees, Peoria, Ariz., and Dave Rees, Simi, Ariz.; 11 grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.
Sherry Robertson
Sherry L. Robertson, 42, Reynolds, died Monday, Nov. 29, 2004, at Trinity West, Rock Island.
Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Westside Assembly of God, Davenport. Burial is in Fairmount cemetery . Visitation is 4-8 p.m. Friday at church. Arrangements are by McGinnis-Chambers, Bettendorf.
She was born Aug. 20, 1962, in Fort Madison, Iowa. She married
Pastor Joey Robertson in 1962.
Surviving are her husband; children, Elizabeth, Nathan, Arron, Andy, Matthew and Jonathan; father and stepmother, Richard and Wanda Brown, Dallas, Texas; one sister; and four brothers.
Robert Thorp
Robert L. Thorp, 84, of Coal Valley, formerly of New Windsor, died Wednesday, Dec. 1, 2004, at Oak Glen Home, Coal Valley.
There are no services. Private burial is in Viola cemetery . Peterson-Wallin-Knox, Alpha, is in charge of arrangements.
He was born Dec. 3, 1919, in Ophiem, to Henry and Hannah Burgeson Thorp. He married
Elizabeth Cameron Aug. 26, 1944, in Matherville. She died April 26, 1990.
Surviving are children and spouses, Judy and Frank Meirhaeghe, Coal Valley, Henry and Vicki Thorp, Springdale, Ark.; five grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; sisters, Marion Porter, Galesburg, Lois Thorp, New Windsor; and brother, Charles Thorp, Viola. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, John; and a sister; Margery Dodson.
Charles 'Dick' Harrison
Charles Richard 'Dick' Harrison, 65, Bettendorf, died Nov. 30, 2004, at Veterans Administration, Madison, Wis.
Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at St. John Vianney Catholic, Bettendorf. Burial is in Mt. Calvary cemetery , Davenport. Visitation is 4 to 8 p.m. Friday, with prayers at 7:45 p.m., at Weerts, Davenport.
He was born in 1939, to Charles and Nora Harrison. He married
Carol Jean Jack in 1966.
Surviving are his wife; four children including, Michael, Bettendorf; seven grandchildren; siblings, Jacqueline Kave, East Moline, and Ronald, Moline.
Rachel Nichols
Rachel D. Nichols, 65, Buffalo, Iowa, died Monday, Nov. 29, 2004, at Genesis East, Davenport.
Services are 2:30 p.m. Saturday at McGinnis-Chambers, Bettendorf, with visitation 4-8 p.m. Friday. Burial is in Rose Hill cemetery , Buffalo.
Rachel was born April 7, 1939, in Tennessee, to Hubert and Louise Stricklin. She married
Ray Nichols in 1962; he died in 2002.
Survivors are daughters, Jodith Hulse, Indianapolis, Ind., Theresia Marxen, Sherrie Nichols-Horn, both Davenport; 11 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; siblings, Penny Fisher, Tommie Garrell, Elmer Stricklin, all Tennessee.
Charles Schebler
Charles G. Schebler, 76, Davenport, died peacefully at his residence Tuesday, Nov. 30, 2004. He was surrounded by his family at the time of his passing, which followed a brief illness and battle with cancer.
Funeral services and Mass of Christian Burial for Mr. Schebler, prominent Davenport businessman and life-long contributor to local service organizations and the community, will be 11 a.m. Friday at St. John Vianney Catholic Church, Bettendorf. Private family burial will be at Mt. Calvary cemetery , Davenport. The family invites you to join them for a prayer service today at 4 p.m. at Halligan-McCabe-DeVries Funeral Home, Davenport, where visitation will continue immediately following the prayer service until 8 p.m. Memorials can be made to Handicapped Development Center Endowment Fund, St. John Vianney Catholic Church Building Fund or to Genesis Hospice of VNA.
Charles, who was born Aug. 24, 1928, in Davenport and lived for the majority of his life in Davenport, was educated at St. Joseph's Grade School and St. Ambrose Academy, class of 1946. Following in his grandfather's and father's footsteps, Charles took up the sheet metal trade. In 1950, along with three of his brothers, he established and built the Schebler Company, in which, for 30 years, he held the positions of president of the 3810 Corporation and vice president of the Schebler Company. He retired in 1980 after selling the business which, to this day, continues to bear the family name.
As an astute and respected businessman, Charles shared his time and many talents to benefit the advancement of the community and a number of Davenport service organizations. In 1959, Charles became president of the Junior Chamber of Commerce and was repeatedly honored for his outstanding service to the Jaycees and the city of Davenport, receiving the Davenport Junior Chamber of Commerce 'Outstanding Jaycee'award in 1957, and twice receiving the Davenport Jaycees' 'Distinguished Service Award, ' once in 1960, and again in 1962. In 1967 he was recognized by the National Director of the Iowa Jaycees as 'Annual Boss of the Year' and cited for his community activities and support of the Jaycees' programs. In 1975, the Davenport Chamber of Commerce honored Charles with their 'Director Service Award, ' in acknowledgement of the 'outstanding community service he contributed for the promotion and protection of the civic, commercial and industrial advancement of Davenport.'
In spite of his many pressing business responsibilities, in 1957 and 1958 Charles volunteered six months of evenings and weekends to help clear the grounds and construct the Camp Fire Girls Summer Camp-Camp Ses-Kome.
Charles' dedication to the community once again was demonstrated through his leadership in taking on a serious community challenge from 1960-63. At that time, no educational facility existed for 72 handicapped children who were stranded by the state and federal governments; no laws existed to provide funding for this much-needed school. Therefore, Charles requested the assistance of Bob Martin, who collaborated with him in garnering the support and manpower of the local trade unions, to build the Linwood Cerebral Palsy School for the handicapped. Companies throughout the Quad-Cities, including the Schebler Company, united as never before, donating countless man-hours and materials to complete this highly complex project on a very tight schedule. The school was completed one week before the start of the 1963-64 school year, with virtually no financial assistance other than that provided by the generosity of the local trades. Charles and his allies also were successful in gaining the support of the Scott County School Board in furnishing six teachers for the school and securing financial support from the United Way/Community Chest to cover its operating expenses. In 1963 Charles received the 'Humanitarian Service Award' from United Cerebral Palsy of America for 'outstanding service and instilling hope in America's Cerebral Palsy Children and Adults.' It wasn't until 16 years after the school opened that the Iowa legislature finally passed laws which brought funding to the school. The proceeds from the eventual sale of the school building were turned over and are managed by the Davenport Area Foundation, and have continued to benefit the community for years.
Never one to sit by idly, over a ten year period after Charles' so-called 'retirement' from the Schebler Company, he dedicated more than 9000 hours of volunteer service to C.A.S.I. (Center for Active Seniors). In addition to serving as a member of the C.A.S.I. Board of Directors, beginning in 1991, Charles volunteered his time and expertise to repair, upgrade, remodel and maintain the facility and grounds. As chairman of the building committee and building project manager, Charles was responsible for the planning and implementation of projects that allowed C.A.S.I. to meet the ever-increasing needs of seniors in the community for over a decade. In 1996, and again in 1999, Charles was presented with the 'Dr. John Sunderbruch Award for Outstanding Volunteer Service' on behalf of C.A.S.I. In 2001, Charles received C.A.S.I.'s '10 Years of Dedicated Service' award.
As the summer of 2001 approached, Charles decided to start taking his retirement more seriously, and has since dedicated his time to his wife, family, friends and his favorite pastimes, golf and fishing.
Charles Schebler's contributions to Davenport, the city in which he was born, established his business and raised five children, will continue to have a long-lasting impact for innumerable Quad-Cities families he will never meet -- but were in his heart -- as he honored his God-given gifts by dedicating his service whenever a need presented itself.
Mr. Schebler is survived by his wife, June Schebler, Davenport; daughters and sons-in-law, Kathleen and Jerry Fuller, Davenport, Michelle and Paul Haas, Cedar Rapids, Jeanne and Cal Little, Princeton, and Charlene Schebler, Davenport; a son, Fredrick 'Rick' Schebler, Davenport; 13 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren; stepdaughters (and spouses), Catherine Gaines, Davenport, Linda (Walt) Wells, Holton, Kan., and Cheryl (James) Van DeVoorde, Meriden, Kan.; a sister, Marie Brus, Walcott, Iowa; and brothers and sisters-in-law, Jerry and Pat Schebler, Ed and Roberta Schebler, and Tom and Jeanne Schebler, all Davenport; sisters-in-law, Bernice Schebler, Helen Schebler and Rita Schebler; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and four brothers, Joseph, John, Richard and Robert. May they rest in peace.
Nicholas Alongi
Nicholas N. Alongi, 93, of Rock Island, a Friendship Manor resident for the last five years, died Monday, Nov. 29, 2004, at Trinity Medical Center, West Campus, Rock Island.
Services will be 10 a.m. Friday at St. Pius X Catholic Church, Rock Island. Burial is in Calvary cemetery , Rock Island. Visitation is 4-7 p.m. Thursday at the Wheelan Funeral Home, Rock Island, where a Christian wake service will be held at 7 p.m. Memorials may be made to St. Pius X Catholic Church.
Mr. Alongi was born July 5, 1911, in Rock Island, a son of Vito and Martha Maro Alongi. He married
Mary Sidoti Sept. 18, 1932, in Rock Island. She died June 15, 1999.
Nick worked as a machinist and later tool inspector at the former International Harvester Corp. Farmall Works, Rock Island. He retired in 1976 after 47 years of service. In early years he attended the former Brown's Business College.
He was a member of St. Pius X Catholic Church, U.A.W. Local 1309 Retirees, Italian-American Society, Rock Island Golden K Kiwanis Club and longtime member of the Rock Island Eagles Lodge 906.
Nick enjoyed bowling, swimming, watching sports and traveling with his late wife. He also liked picnics and wiener roasts in the fall.
During his school years, Nick was a great basketball player and was a member of the Washington Junior High School City Champion basketball team. He loved his family, enjoyed spending time with them and was especially fond of his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Nick was proud of his Italian heritage.
Survivors include daughters and a son-in-law, Martha and Don Hentrich, Rock Island, and Margaret 'Maura' Senatra, East Moline; grandchildren, Linda Johnson, Bettendorf, and Donald Michael Hentrich, Casper, Wyo.; great-grandchildren, Brad, Aaron and Jeremy Johnson, Michael and Misun Hentrich; and a brother, Phillip Alongi, Rock Island. He was preceded in death by a son, George Alongi; and a brother, Louis Alongi.
Thomas Cheney
Thomas W. Cheney, 89, of Rock Island died Tuesday, Nov. 30, 2004, at Trinity Medical Center, West Campus, Rock Island.
Services will be 1 p.m. Friday at South Park Presbyterian Church, Rock Island. Private burial will be in Chippiannock cemetery , Rock Island, where military honors will be presented by Moline American Legion Post 246. Visitation is 2 to 5 p.m. Thursday at Wheelan Funeral Home, Rock Island. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Mauget Home, 5117 7th Ave., Moline, IL 61265.
Mr. Cheney was born, Dec. 17, 1914, in Union, Neb., the son of G. Ward and Vernie Barnum Cheney. He graduated from the University of Nebraska at Lincoln in 1936 with a Bachelor of Science degree in business administration. He married
the former Margaret Phillippe, Oct. 15, 1938, in Lincoln. She died Feb. 5, 2004.
Mr. Cheney was a former president of Modern Woodmen of America, a fraternal life insurance society headquartered in Rock Island. He retired in 1979, after serving as Modern Woodmen's president for 19 1/2 years.
He joined the society in 1935 while he was attending the University of Nebraska and transferred to Modern Woodmen's Home Office Agency Department. Following World War II, Mr. Cheney returned briefly to Modern Woodmen's home office in Rock Island, and then was appointed manager of the society's Oklahoma agency. His agency consistently ranked among the society's leaders.
He was elected to Modern Woodmen's Board of Directors in February 1954 and was appointed assistant to the president in September 1954. He became president of Modern Woodmen in January 1960.
In 1941, Tom entered active duty with the United States Air Corps. From August 1941 until the summer of 1942, he was an officer at the primary training school at Cimarron Field in Oklahoma City, Okla. He then was assigned to glider school at Goodland, Kan.
During the first six months of 1943, he recruited future college graduates. In July 1943, he attended the Command and General Staff School, Fort Leavenworth, Kan. He joined the 475th Fighter Group in New Guinea in September of 1943, serving as the executive officer.
In October 1943, he followed General McArthur to participate in the occupation of the Philippines, serving there until September 1945. During this period, Tom was promoted to lieutenant colonel.
He witnessed General McArthur signing the peace treaty at Ei Shima with Japan. He was with the first group sent to Japan at the end of the war. Mr. Cheney returned to the United States in December 1945.
During the five years he served his country, he was awarded the Legion of Merit, a Presidential Unit Citation, and four major battle stars.
Mr. Cheney is past president of the National Fraternal Congress of America. His biography has appeared in 'Who's Who in America, ' 'Who's Who in Business and Industry, ' and 'Who's Who in Insurance.'
He has served as director and vice chairman of the Illinois State Chamber of Commerce. He is past president of the Rock Island Chamber of Commerce and Junior Chamber of Commerce and served as chairman of the Quad City Council of Commerce Presidents.
He is a charter member and served on the board of trustees at Franciscan Medical Center and served on the Trinity Health Foundation Board. He is past president of the board of governors of Franciscan Hospital and was a member of the board of governors of the former St. Anthony's Hospital.
Mr. Cheney has served on the board of directors of the Rock Island City and County Community Chests, the Rock Island YMCA and Augustana College. He served 12 years on the advisory committee to the College of Commerce and Business Administration of the University of Illinois.
Tom served as a member of the board of directors and executive committee of the First National Bank of the Quad Cities for 13 years. He is also a former member of the board of governors and past president of the Rock Island Arsenal Golf Club.
A member of South Park Presbyterian Church of Rock Island, he has served as deacon, trustee and elder, and has chaired several internal committees.
He is survived by a daughter and son-in-law, Patricia and Larry Keim, Goldsboro, N.C.; son and daughter-in-law, Thomas C. and Eileen Cheney, Virginia Beach, Va.; grandchildren, Steven Keim, Marcia Keim Ollie, John Keim, Matthew Cheney and Brian Cheney; and great-grandchildren, Isabelle Keim, Rose Cheney, Olivia Keim, Kate Cheney, Nathaniel Cheney and Leah Ollie. In addition to his wife Margaret, he was preceded in death by two sisters.
Tiray Hickman
Tiray E. Hickman, 16, of Rock Island died Tuesday, Nov. 30, 2004, at Trinity Medical Center, West Campus, Rock Island.
Arrangements are pending at Orr's Mortuary, Rock Island.
Adina Poston
Adina Poston, 95, of Rock Island died Monday, Nov. 29, 2004, at Rosewood Care Center, Moline.
Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m. today at Hodgson Funeral Home, Rock Island. Funeral services will begin at 10 a.m Thursday at the funeral home, with visitation from 9 to 10 a.m. The Rev. J.D. Georlett will officiate. Interment will be in Salem Lutheran cemetery , Princeton, Iowa. Memorials may be made to Good Shepherd Presbyterian Church, Rock Island.
Adina was born on Oct. 7, 1909, in Crawfordsville, Iowa, the daughter of Allan and Minnie Tedson DeLong. She married
Lloyd R. Poston on Dec. 6, 1929, in Rock Island. He preceded her in death on March 7, 1990.
In earlier years, Adina worked for Illinois Oil Co. as a bookkeeper. She later worked for Pioneer Distributing in Rock Island, where she was an office manager for 10 years, retiring in 1972.
Adina was a member of the former Central Presbyterian Church, and later Good Shepherd Presbyterian Church, Rock Island. She was a charter member, since 1927, of HiYa; the Florence Libby Circle of King's Daughters; a life member of the Rock Island Conservation Club; a member of Women of the Moose Lodge 168; and had served on the Rock Island Schools PTA for 16 years.
Survivors (and spouses) include daughters, Catherine Ainesworth, Cedar Rapids, Iowa, and Susan (David) Snyder, Rock Island; sons, Raymond (Camilla) Poston, Dixon, Iowa, and William (Donna) Poston, Rock Island; 19 grandchildren; and numerous great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; daughter, Mary Guinn; and brother, Claus DeLong.
Donald Stein
Donald Edward Stein, 66, of Prattville, Ala., formerly of Rock Island, died Monday, Nov. 29, 2004, at Montgomery hospital.
Funeral services will be 3 p.m. Friday at First Baptist Church with Dr. Travis Coleman officiating. Burial will follow in Prattville Memory Gardens. The family will receive friends from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Prattville Memorial Chapel. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to First Baptist Church of Prattville, 138 S. Washington St., Prattville, AL 36067.
Surviving are his wife, Linda Stein; daughter, Vicki Stein Gray, Athens, Ga.; two sons, Scott (Nancy) Stein and Mark Stein, both of Prattville; grandchildren, Benjamin Stein, Matthew Gray, Taylor Stein, Erin Stein and Megan Stein.
Active pallbearers will be Benjamin Stein, Matthew Gray, Taylor Stein, Drew Peterson, Kirk Peterson, Jeff Burke, Eric Burke and Thomas Stevens. Honorary pallbearers will be Trent Miller, Paul Stanfield, Bob Strayer, John Russell, Robert Patrick and Cline Countryman.
