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06/24/2026

Matt A. Wilmot

Matt Andrew Wilmot, 70, of Rio, IL, passed away on Friday, June 19, 2026, at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria, IL.

Matt was born on May 20, 1956, the son of Dale Wilmot and Ramona (Haitt) Wilmot-Tessier, in Galesburg, IL. He was a graduate of Abingdon High School and received an associates degree from Carl Sandburg College. He was a Private First Class (PFC) in the United States Army, serving during the tail end of Vietnam, and a proud member of the 82nd Air Borne. Matt was married to Dorothy (Johnson) Wilmot, and the couple shared 50 years together. He worked as a retail manager for Ben Franklin stores, retiring in 2009.

Matt was an active outdoorsman; enjoying riding his Harley, fishing, camping, hunting/ target shooting, and boating; he was even still water skiing from time to time. He was a very loving and involved grandfather and took great pride in teaching his grandchildren all he knew about the outdoors. He built racetracks for go carts and dirt bikes and taught all the kids how to ride.

Matt was preceded in death by his father, Dale Wilmot; step-father, Dean Tessier; brother, Mark Wilmot; and step-brothers, Aaron Tessier and Keith Tessier.

Those left to cherish his memory include his wife, Dorothy, of Rio, IL; mother, Ramona Wilmot-Tessier, of Galesburg, IL; daughters, Toni Freeman, of Galesburg, IL, and Jayne Wilmot, of Sharon, WI; brother, Michael Wilmot, of Sandwich, IL; sister, Marcie Rud, of Galesburg; step-brother, Max Tessier, of Galesburg; step-sister, Shelly (Donnie) Ryner, of St. Louis, MO; and his cherished grandchildren, Brighton Freeman, of Galesburg, IL, Kole Wilmot, of Macomb, IL, Kaden Wilmot, of Sharon, WI, Keegan Wilmot, of Sharon, WI, Marlene Bloomingdale, and Joshua Bloomingdale, both of Havelock, NC. Matt is also survived by one expected great-grandchild on the way, Nova Ronnie Smith.

Cremation rites will be accorded. A celebration of life will be planned for a later date by the family. Contributions to Matt’s memory can be made to Dorothy Wilmot to help offset medical and funeral costs. Watson-Thomas Funeral Home is assisting the family with these arrangements.

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06/19/2026

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06/15/2026

Terri "Sis" C. Hopping

Terri C. “Sis” Hopping, 71, of Galesburg, Illinois, died peacefully, Thursday, June 11, 2026 at OSF St. Francis Medical Center, Peoria, Illinois.

Terri was born August 19, 1954, in Galesburg, the daughter of Wilbert and Constance (Burton) McLaren. Terri graduated from Galesburg High School and married Ricky R. Hopping on February 19, 1972 in Galesburg.

Terri is survived by her husband of 54 years, Ricky of Galesburg; three children, Scott (Angie) Hopping, Gail (Mitch) McMillan, and Brad (Heather) Hopping, all of Galesburg. Terri is also survived by her beloved six grandchildren, Emily Stogdill, Dylan (Emily) Hopping, Carson Hopping, Logan Hopping, Carter Clary, Jessica McMillan; and her adored four great grandchildren, Scarlett Stogdill, Ava Stogdill, Camryn Hopping, Layla Ayers. Including her parents, Terri, is preceded in death by three brothers, Jerry McLaren, Garry McLaren, and Larry McLaren.

In the 1980’s, Terri worked at K-Mart in Galesburg. She began working at Hy-Vee in the 1990’s and retired as a shift manager in 2012. For Terri, family was her life. She loved and adored each one of them. She absolutely loved attending her kids and grandkids sporting events and nothing could keep her from missing a game or event. Terri loved taking family trips to Wrigley Field to cheer on the Chicago Cubs.

Cremation will be accorded. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Arrangements have been entrusted to Watson Thomas Funeral Home and Crematory, Galesburg. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Galesburg Youth Baseball League. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.watsonthomas.com.

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06/15/2026

Linda L. Bollinger

Linda Lou Bollinger, 81, Galesburg, Illinois, died at 12:21 p.m. Tuesday, June 9, 2026 at OSF St. Mary Medical Center, Galesburg.

Linda was born in Galesburg on February 7, 1945, the daughter of Robert Louis and Vera Leona (Lynch) Corbin. Linda graduated from Knoxville High School and married Bobby Dean Bollinger on June 9, 1963 in Knoxville, Illinois. Linda and Bobby had three children and enjoyed 54 years of marriage. Bobby preceded Linda in death on October 11, 2017.

Linda is survived by a son, Robert Bollinger of Galesburg; a daughter, Sue (Anthony Miller) Parr of Galesburg; one brother, Larry (Gloria) Corbin of Cameron, Illinois; one sister, Kathy (Mark) Nelson of Galva, Illinois; six grandchildren, Nathan, Tyler, Eric, Chris, Angel, and Bobby, Jr.; and three great grandchildren, River, Summer, and Josh, Jr. Along with her parents and husband, Linda was preceded in death by one son, Aaron on December 15, 2022; and two brothers, Richard Corbin and Jack Corbin.

While raising her children Linda was a stay at home mom, a role she greatly cherished. Linda later went to work as a CNA, working for a time at Knox County Nursing Home before embarking on a 20 plus year career at Froelich House Group Home in Galesburg. Linda was a talented artist. She enjoyed creating many crafts. She also enjoyed painting, sewing, making jewelry, and crocheting. Her hobbies also included creating a Monarch Butterfly garden and tending to her houseplants. She deeply loved and cared for her family and always enjoyed having fun.

Cremation will be accorded. Private family graveside services will be at Knoxville Cemetery, Knoxville, Illinois. Arrangements have been entrusted to Watson Thomas Funeral Home and Crematory, Galesburg. Memorial contributions may be directed to Knox County Humane Society. Online expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.watsonthomas.com.

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06/15/2026

06/15/2026

Normalee Hroziencik

Normalee Hroziencik, 94, of Galesburg, Illinois, died peacefully, Wednesday, June 10, 2026 at 10:40 a.m. at Knox County Nursing Home, Knoxville, Illinois.

Normalee was born March 18, 1932 in Galesburg, the daughter of Glenn and Lucille (Dennis) Boyer. Normalee graduated from Galesburg High School and went on to marry Robert L. “Rozie” Hroziencik on August 17, 1952 in Galesburg, Illinois. He preceded her in death on June 5, 2015.

Normalee is survived by one daughter, Rhonda Polite of Galesburg; one son, Randy (Deb) Hroziencik of Galesburg; a daughter-in-law, Nancy Hroziencik of Oneida, Illinois; and a brother, Jim (Carol) Boyer of Rio, Illinois. Normalee is also survived by her beloved 6 grandchildren, Kate (Mike) Hagedorn, Brandon (Katie) Polite, Kevin (Tara) Hroziencik, Kyle Polite, Chris (Nicole) Hroziencik, and Heather (Anthony) Mahnesmith; and 16 great grandchildren. Along with her parents and husband, Normalee was preceded in death by a son, Robert on May 5, 2026; a brother, Richard Boyer; a sister, Gloria Seifert; a niece, Susan Seifert; and a son-in-law, Frank Polite.

Normalee worked many years in retail. First at Belscott in Galesburg for 10 years until their closure and later at Wal-Mart. She also enjoyed working part-time at Klein’s and Bergner’s in Galesburg. In her free time Normalee enjoyed crafting and cooking. She and Robert enjoyed traveling throughout the US, Europe, Mexico, and numerous other countries. Most of all, she loved her family and dearly adored her grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Cremation will be accorded. Private family graveside services will be at Knoxville Cemetery, Knoxville, Illinois. Her son, Rev. Randy Hroziencik will officiate. Arrangements have been entrusted to Watson Thomas Funeral Home and Crematory, Galesburg. Memorial contributions may be made to the Knox County Humane Society. Online expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.watsonthomas.com.

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