Knapp Funeral Homes

Knapp Funeral Homes For three generations, Knapp Funeral Homes has been dedicated to caring for our communities across Iroquois, Ford, Vermilion, and Kankakee Counties.

It’s our family serving your family with compassion and care. We are a family owned business that has been serving the families of Iroquois, Ford, and Vermilion Counties since 1897

Saundra Sue Behrends, 86, of Clifton passed away on Saturday, May 30, 2026 at Memory Haven of Tolono. She was born on De...
06/04/2026

Saundra Sue Behrends, 86, of Clifton passed away on Saturday, May 30, 2026 at Memory Haven of Tolono. She was born on December 6, 1939 in Kankakee, a daughter of William and Dorothy (Herron) Stearns. Saundra married Dale Herman Behrends on August 22, 1959 in Bradley and he preceded her in death on A...

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Wilbur Eugene Lauterbach, 89, of Ashkum, passed away on June 3, 2026 at Riverside Miller Healthcare in Kankakee. Wilbur ...
06/04/2026

Wilbur Eugene Lauterbach, 89, of Ashkum, passed away on June 3, 2026 at Riverside Miller Healthcare in Kankakee. Wilbur was born on February 8, 1937 in rural Ashkum; the son of John A. and Anna E. (Peters) Lauterbach. He married Carolann Kaiser in Ashkum on June 1, 1957 and she preceded him in death...

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Ella M. Haberkorn, 101, of Watseka passed away on Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at the Iroquois Resident Home in Watseka. She ...
06/04/2026

Ella M. Haberkorn, 101, of Watseka passed away on Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at the Iroquois Resident Home in Watseka. She was born on April 2, 1925 in Martinton, a daughter of Lee and Celina (Lecocq) Stuckey. She married John L. Haberkorn on November 6, 1943 in Martinton and he preceded her in death o...

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Alfred (Al) Leonard Gudeman 80 passed away @ Carle Foundation Hospital on June 3rd, 2026. He had renal failure and a str...
06/04/2026

Alfred (Al) Leonard Gudeman 80 passed away @ Carle Foundation Hospital on June 3rd, 2026. He had renal failure and a stroke. He was a former resident of San Diego, CA. and had moved to Cissna Park May 1st, 2026 to be close to family. He was a native of Cissna Park before going to CA.

He was...

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Planning ahead can ease emotional and financial burdens. If you’ve ever wondered what preplanning involves, we’re here t...
06/03/2026

Planning ahead can ease emotional and financial burdens. If you’ve ever wondered what preplanning involves, we’re here to answer your questions—no pressure, just conversation. Give us a call at (815) 432-2406 or visit us online at https://www.knappfuneralhomes.com.

Gloria J. Fritch, 79, of Wellington passed away on Tuesday, June 2, 2026 at Heritage Health in Hoopeston. She was born o...
06/02/2026

Gloria J. Fritch, 79, of Wellington passed away on Tuesday, June 2, 2026 at Heritage Health in Hoopeston. She was born on June 25, 1946 in Watseka, a daughter of William and Helen (Schuff) Henry. She married Lewis J. Fritch Sr. on October 10, 1964 in Milford and he preceded her in death on July 8, 2...

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Janice A. Ringler, 85, of Milford passed away on Friday, May 29, 2026 in Covington, Indiana. She was born on April 25, 1...
06/01/2026

Janice A. Ringler, 85, of Milford passed away on Friday, May 29, 2026 in Covington, Indiana. She was born on April 25, 1941 in Milford, a daughter of Harm and Erna (Schultz) Lauterbach. Janice married William C. Ringler III on June 22, 1963 and he preceded her in death on April 18, 2002.

Jan...

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Peggy A. Johnson, 76, of Watseka passed away on Thursday, May 28, 2026 at her residence. She was born on June 18, 1949 i...
06/01/2026

Peggy A. Johnson, 76, of Watseka passed away on Thursday, May 28, 2026 at her residence. She was born on June 18, 1949 in Rensselaer, Indiana, a daughter of Vernon “Sam” and Evelyn (McAleer) Shindelar and they preceded her in death along with two infant children, Andrew and Julie.

Peggy is s...

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Susan Kay Bell-Yates, 81, of Seminole, Florida and formerly of Watseka, Illinois, passed away at her home surrounded by ...
06/01/2026

Susan Kay Bell-Yates, 81, of Seminole, Florida and formerly of Watseka, Illinois, passed away at her home surrounded by family on May 24, 2026. She was born September 19, 1944, in Watseka to John and Patricia Bell.

Susan was a devoted wife, loving mother, proud grandmother, and a friend to m...

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Wendell William Yates, born September 23, 1942, in Watseka, Illinois, passed away on February 25, 2023, in Seminole, Flo...
06/01/2026

Wendell William Yates, born September 23, 1942, in Watseka, Illinois, passed away on February 25, 2023, in Seminole, Florida.

Wendell was a hardworking, patient, and devoted husband, father, and grandfather. He was married to his beloved wife, Susan K. Yates, who passed away on May 24, 2026....

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