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WCAZ Obituary News Archives for 2024-11

Allan Robert Jungles

Allan Robert Jungles, 85, of Warsaw, passed away on Wednesday, November 20, 2024,
at his home in rural Warsaw.
Allan was born on August 27, 1939, in Joliet, Illinois, the son of Alex and Anna Frieda
(Blasing) Jungles. He graduated from Breman High School in Midlothian, Illinois, in
1957. On October 25, 1958, he was united in marriage to Sandra Hatke in Midlothian,
Illinois. She survives.
Allan was employed for Nicor Gas until his retirement in 1995, the worked for crop
production for ten years. He was an active member of the Knights of Columbus, Sacred
Heart Catholic Church and the Harley-Davidson Owner’s Group. He loved his Harley-
Davidson motorcycles, his Jeeps and woodworking. Some of his favorite memories
were making horseradish, homemade wine and homemade sausage in his workshop
with family and friends while listening to Polka music on his cassettes.
Allan is survived by his wife Sandra Jungles of Warsaw; three children: Kimberly (Terry)
Jungles Paustian of Taylor Ridge, Illinois, Mike (Diana) Jungles of Hamilton, Illinois, and
Lynn (Todd) Jungles Miller of Kahoka, Missouri; three siblings: Pat (Wayne) Jungles
Reynolds of Duluth, Minnesota, and Chuck Jungles and Mary Kay Jungles, both of
Midlothian, Illinois; seven grandchildren; sixteen great-grandchildren and several
nieces, nephews and cousins.
Allan is preceded in death by his parents.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, November 23, 2024, from 10 am to 12 pm (Noon) at
Printy Funeral Home in Warsaw. A Funeral Mass will be held on Saturday at 12:30 pm
at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Warsaw directly following visitation. Burial at a later
date will be held at Wythe Presbyterian Cemetery in Wythe Township.
Memorials may be directed to Lee County Hospice or P.A.W.S. Animal Shelter.
Tributes and condolences may be left at www.printyfuneralhome.com.
Printy Funeral Home of Warsaw is in charge of arrangements.

Allan Bernard Nason

Allan Bernard Nason, age 66, of Mendon passed away on Tuesday November 12, 2024, at
his home surrounded by family.
Allan was born in San Antonio, Texas on January 22, 1958, the son of Bernard and Helen
(Salley) Nason. He attended Warsaw High School, graduating in 1976. Allan had a great
love of sports and was an outstanding athlete. He excelled in football and baseball all
through his school years.
Allan was employed at Keokuk Steel Castings for 25 years, retiring as Inspection
Superintendent. He has spent his retirement years caring for the family homestead and
gardening. Most of all he loved spending time with family creating special memories
including holidays, deer and turkey hunting, and fishing on his pond. His grandchildren
were his greatest joy, watching them grow up, attending their sporting events, playing table
games, and teaching them to fish.
Allan is survived by his current wife Dorothy of Mendon; children, Eric (Trisha fiancée)
Nason, Tiffany (Gary) Huston, Nicole (Lynn) Marshall; stepchildren, Zachary Lair, Lacy
(Sam) Landrum, Jerad (Jennifer) Cantrell, Amanda (David partner) Cantrell; grandchildren,
Caitlyn (Cody) Winkler, Caleb Nason, Callie Nason, Caia Nason, Trey (Autumn) Roberts,
Taiylor Huston, Paiyton Huston, Jaiyden Huston, Maverick Huston, Asher Huston, Alec
Hymes; step-grandchildren Taylor (Wyatt) Huls, Olivia Elkin, Zoey Marshall, Lucas
Masterson, Noah Lair, Breanna Landrum, Logan Landrum, Paige Hynek, Bryce Cantrell,
Samarah Cantrell, Sidney Cantrell, David Butler; great grandchildren, Cale Winkler, Chloe
Winkler, Nash Roberts; step-great grandchildren, Sam Huls, Theo Huls; brothers, Bill (Jill)
Nason, Ron (Heather) Nason.
He was preceded in death by his parents; infant brother, Sam; his second wife of 25 years,
Linda (d. 2002); his first wife, Kim (d. 2001).
Visitation will be 12:00 to 2:00 on Sunday November 17, 2024 at Printy Funeral Home
Warsaw Illinois.
Celebration of Life Service to follow at 2:00 officiated by Pastor Edward Brownlee.
Burial in Oakland Cemetery Warsaw
Memorial Donations maybe made to American Cancer Society Hope Lodge of St.
Louis, Missouri.

Nancy Carolyn Gunning

Nancy Carolyn Gunning, beloved mother, grandmother, "Ninny", sister and friend, passed away
on November 4, 2024, at the age of 84 in Montrose, Iowa. She was born on Christmas Day,
1939, to John R. and Margaret L. Polchow. Nancy attended Keokuk High School in Keokuk, IA.
On New Years Eve, 1957, she was united in marriage to Robert Gunning in Kahoka, Mo. The
two were each other's lifelong companions and friends, sharing 54 wonderful years of marriage.
They were blessed with 5 children, Brian, Gregory, Roberta, Barbara, and Linda.
Nancy lived a full and vibrant life, touching the hearts of all who knew her. She was known for
her kind and generous spirit, always ready to lend a helping hand to anyone in need. Nancy
enjoyed traveling in the semi with her husband and with Bob's guidance learned how to drive a
big rig! Spending time at the casino, watching and attending NASCAR races with her husband,
playing bingo, watching sporting events of her grandchildren and great-grandchildren and
visiting with friends at the local coffee shop kept her very busy! Nancy worked at the Hancock
County Assessment office for 25 years. She continued to work as a township assessor for many
years after her retirement.
Family was the most important thing to Nancy, and she cherished every moment spent with her
children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was devoted to her family, always there to
offer love, support, and guidance. Her legacy of kindness and warmth will live on in the hearts of
her loved ones.
Left to mourn her passing are her children, Brian (Dina) Gunning, Roberta (Keith) Jorgenson,
Barbara (David) VanFleet and Linda (James) Brooks, sisters Joan Orman and Judy Freeman,
grandchildren Josh (Michelle) Gunning, Nathan (Michelle) Gunning, Jason (Raylene) Gunning,
Kayla (Joshua) Gebhardt, Jordan (Laney) Brooks, Kelsey (Dakota) Hicks, Erik Brooks, Dylan
(Jadrien) VanFleet, Blake (Andrea) Jorgenson, Kyle (Liz) Jorgenson and great-grandchildren,
Abbie, Garrett, Avery and Rory Gunning, Jake, Maddi, and Marlee Schulte, Phoebe Freiburger,
Kennedy and Harper Gunning, McKinley and Brantley Gebhardt, Octavius, Solomon, and Bo
Brooks, Liam, Sadie, Maggie and Bailey Hicks, Bryson, Ella, and Nolan VanFleet, and Josie and
Jase Jorgenson.
Nancy was preceded in death by her husband Robert Gunning, parents John and Margaret
Polchow, her son Gregory Gunning, grandson, Jared Monroe, and a very special friend of many
years, Nora "Jean" Twitchell.
A visitation will be held Thursday, November 7th from 5-7 p.m. at Printy Funeral Home in
Carthage, IL. Funeral services to be held on Friday November 8th, 2024, at 11 a.m. with burial
to follow at Moss Ridge Cemetery in Carthage.
Nancy was a lifelong animal lover, especially her dogs Willis and Ginger. A memorial has been
established at Hearts of Hancock Humane Society in Carthage.
"And to think, the first thing our angel saw when she opened her eyes was the face of Jesus."

Eric Collins Brower

Eric Collins Brower, 45, of Hamilton, passed away Wednesday, August 14, 2024, in
Warsaw.
Eric Collins Brower, born May 26, 1979, in Quincy, Illinois, passed away at the age of
45.  Eric was a kind, gentle soul who loved animals, lending a helping hand, and
perfecting his craft as a master carpenter. 
 
Eric grew up in Hamilton Illinois where he graduated from high school in May 1997. He
took several courses at Southeastern Community College where he further realized his
passion for carpentry and devoted himself to mastering the craft.  As a young boy, Eric
was full of life; he loved climbing trees, riding his battery powered truck, and later taking
over the Yamaha PW50 his brother rebuilt for him. He entertained his family with
impressions of " Uptown Girl" and "Maneater" being particular favorites. 
 
A devoted Boy Scout, Eric was always ready to lend a helping hand and formed deep
connections to animals, particularly his beloved dogs Sampson and Nieka. His love for
animals lasted throughout his life, as did his gentle open- minded nature. Eric accepted
others as they were and never passed judgment, always eager to engage with anyone
who needed friends.
 
At the age of 15, Eric began working at Lake Cooper Millworks, where he spent his
entire career until March 2024, with a brief break to live with his brother Jason in Dallas,
Texas, where he craved the taste of the city life but missed his work back in Illinois. His
coworkers and family remember him for his incredible work ethic and dedication to
detail, whether in carpentry or in everyday life decisions. He thoroughly researched
everything, from new tools to mastering recipes, and was always excited to learn
something new, including perfecting his sous vide cooking or trying new recipes.
 
Eric was a man of quiet strength, finding joy in early morning walks with his dogs and
simple pleasures in life. He lived independently in his home in Hamilton but was always
just a phone call away for his family. He will be deeply missed.
 
Eric is survived by his parents Tom and Juanita ( Neat) Collins  Brower of Hamilton,
Illinois; his older brother Jason Brower of Prosper, Texas; his aunt Trudy and uncle Kay
Pierce of Kingwood , Texas; his aunt Mary Ann and uncle Jim Trozzo of West Plaines,
Missouri; his uncle Raymond Sackman of Marion Illinois; his step aunts Geraldine Reed
of Geneva Illinois, Kathy Pacey of Woodridge, Illinois, Chrissy Boesch of Montgomery, 
Illinois and step uncles David Boesch of  Elgin Illinois, and Scott Krolik of Las Vegas
Nevada.
 

He is preceded in death by maternal grandparents Mildred and Kenneth Collins; his
paternal grandparents Lois and Lenny Brower; his step grandfather Henry Boesch; his
aunt and step uncle Kate and Terry Coffey; his great aunts Mildred and Neva Collins;
and his aunt and step uncle Connie and David Dunne.
 
Erics childhood smile and laughter, cooperative and gentle spirit, love for animals and
passion for carpentry will be remembered by all who had the privilege of knowing him.

A Celebration of Life will be held at Printy Funeral Home in Warsaw at 12:00 PM on
Monday, November 11, 2024, with burial to follow in Oakland Cemetery in Warsaw.
Family will meet friends from 10:00 AM until time of services at the funeral home on
Monday. Printy Funeral Home of Warsaw is in charge of arrangements.

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