In light of recent events, we have decided to modify our practices here at Ottawa Funeral Home. It is very important to us that we keep everyone, families and employees, safe and healthy in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. The following are the guidelines based on the current government orders:
The CDC and local Health officials have minimized the restrictions on funerals to 250 people. Despite that, we do ask that masks still be worn, as we are working on a plan to help those vaccinated and nonvaccinated stay safe. As of Wednesday, May 26, all restrictions on gathering size at VA National Cemetery will be lifted. We will continue to update this post as we go forward.
Every family member we assist is part of our family at Ottawa Funeral Home, and we understand the importance of grieving. Grief does not stop in the midst of a pandemic, and we will work with each and every family through their grieving process. Those individuals in our care will remain in the safe and caring hands of the funeral home during this time.
It takes an entire community to come together at a time like this. Reach out to your loved ones and friends during their time of loss, and remember you are not alone.
From the bottom of our hearts, we appreciate everyone following the rules and keeping each and every one of us safe. We would also like to thank everyone for their patience and kindness as we navigate this trying time together.
As more information becomes available, we will update our website and Facebook page. In the meantime, if you have any questions or concerns please call the Ottawa Funeral Home at 815-433-0300.
Sincerely, Nelson and Karen Nussbaum
Updated: 05/24/2021
All Obituaries
Helen Kirkman Ottawa
Helen Marie Kirkman, 95, of Ottawa, Illinois, passed away peacefully on June 20, 2021, at the LaSalle County Nursing Home in Ottawa.
Helen was born June 20, 1926, in LaSalle, Illinois, to Frank and Mary (Zupancic) Struna. She married Gordon Kirkman on April 13, 1946, in LaSalle, Illinois. She was a member of St. Francis of Assisi Church in Ottawa and Catholic Daughters of America. Before retiring, Helen worked at Westclox in Peru, Ryburn King Hospital in Ottawa, and Community Hospital of...
Helen Marie Kirkman, 95, of Ottawa, Illinois, passed away peacefully on June 20, 2021, at the LaSalle County Nursing Home in Ottawa.
Helen was born June 20, 1926, in LaSalle, Illinois, to Frank...
Patricia O'Brien Ottawa
Patricia O'Brien, 83, of Ottawa, IL, passed away Friday, June 18, 2021 at Pleasant View Lutheran Home.
Mass of Christian Burial will be at St. Francis of Assisi Church on Tuesday, June 22 at 11:00 am, with Rev. David Kipfer officiating. Visitation will be Tuesday, from 9:00 until 10:30 at Ottawa Funeral Home. Catholic Daughter of America Rosary at 9:00 am Burial will be in St. Columba Cemetery.
Patricia was born July 26, 1937, in La Salle, IL, to Juluis and Helen (Callahan)...
Patricia O'Brien, 83, of Ottawa, IL, passed away Friday, June 18, 2021 at Pleasant View Lutheran Home.
Mass of Christian Burial will be at St. Francis of Assisi Church on Tuesday, June 22 at...
Alan Clarke Ottawa
Alan Clarke, 88, of Ottawa, IL, passed away Wednesday, June 16, 2021.
As per his wishes, no services will be held. Cremation rights have been accorded to Ottawa Funeral Home and Crematory.
Alan was born November 12, 1932, in Bangor, Northern Ireland. Alan worked as an engineer for many years. He spent his free time volunteering for the Starved Rock Visitor's Center and he was a member of the Ottawa Garden Club.
He is survived by his son, Neil (Cynthia Sung) Clarke of Maryland; his...
Alan Clarke, 88, of Ottawa, IL, passed away Wednesday, June 16, 2021.
As per his wishes, no services will be held. Cremation rights have been accorded to Ottawa Funeral Home and Crematory.
Alan...
Gary Arnold Seneca
Gary Joseph Arnold, 61, of Seneca, formerly of Chicago, passed away Friday, June 11, 2021 at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria.
Ottawa Funeral Home & Crematory has been entrusted with arrangements.
Gary was born September 26, 1959 in Chicago, to Edward and Margaret (Maloney) Arnold. He grew up in Chicago, the youngest of three children. In his younger years, he was very active in sports and had a true talent for playing baseball. Gary loved sports! Even though he left this...
Gary Joseph Arnold, 61, of Seneca, formerly of Chicago, passed away Friday, June 11, 2021 at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria.
Ottawa Funeral Home & Crematory has been entrusted with...
Leo Graham Earlville
Leo Raymond Graham, 76, of Earlville, IL, passed away Monday June 7, 2021 at OSF St. Elizabeth Medical Center surrounded by his wife and three children.
Memorial Services will be at 10:00 am Friday June 11, at Ottawa Funeral Home, with Rev. Ghishain Inai officiating. Visitation will be Thursday, June 10, from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm at Ottawa Funeral Home. Burial will be in St. Columba Cemetery.
Leo was born August 5, 1944, in Ottawa, IL, to James and Mary (McConville) Graham. He was...
Leo Raymond Graham, 76, of Earlville, IL, passed away Monday June 7, 2021 at OSF St. Elizabeth Medical Center surrounded by his wife and three children.
Memorial Services will be at 10:00 am...
Scott Ritchie Morris
Scott Ritchie, 58, of Morris, formerly of Seneca and Ottawa, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, June 6, 2021.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, June 12 at 2:00 pm at the Ottawa Funeral Home, with Rev. Duane Kauffman officiating. A visitation will be held Saturday from 10:00 am until 2:00 pm, prior to the service, at the funeral home.
Scott was born April 16, 1963, in Ottawa, to Frank and Frances (McCombs) Ritchie.
Scott had recently retired from the State of...
Scott Ritchie, 58, of Morris, formerly of Seneca and Ottawa, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, June 6, 2021.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, June 12 at 2:00 pm at the Ottawa...
Elizabeth "Betty" Coss Seneca
Elizabeth "Betty" Coss, formerly Sister M. Rose Ann OSF, age 90 passed away peacefully on June 4, 2021.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 am on Saturday, June 12, at St. Patrick's Church in Seneca. Visitation will be held from 9:00 am until 10:00 am, prior to the service, at the church. Burial will be in Mount Calvary Cemetery in Seneca.
Betty was born October 16, 1930, in Seneca, IL, to Thomas Francis and Anna (Kennedy) Coss. She worked for many years as a...
Elizabeth "Betty" Coss, formerly Sister M. Rose Ann OSF, age 90 passed away peacefully on June 4, 2021.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 am on Saturday, June 12, at...
Rita Schaibley Ottawa
Rita Schaibley, 87, of Dayton, IL, passed away Tuesday, June 1, 2021 at her son's home.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am Friday, June 4, at Ottawa Funeral Home, with Pastor Bill Clark officiating. Visitation will be from 10:00 to 11:00 am at Ottawa Funeral Home. Burial will be in Oakwood Memorial Park.
Rita was born June 2, 1933, in Ottawa, IL, to William and Francis (Conkle) Cupples. She married Frederick Schaibley in 1953.
Rita worked as a waitress at the...
Rita Schaibley, 87, of Dayton, IL, passed away Tuesday, June 1, 2021 at her son's home.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am Friday, June 4, at Ottawa Funeral Home, with Pastor Bill...
Doris McCollum Ottawa
Doris McCollum, 90, formerly of Perrysburg, OH, passed away on Tuesday June 1, 2021 at Aperion Care, Marseilles.
Following cremation rights entrusted to Ottawa Funeral Home and Crematory, she will be Buried in the Ft. Meigs Union Cemetery, in Perrysburg, Ohio in a private ceremony.
Born December 2nd, 1930, in Marseilles, IL, to George L and Amelia (Case) Howell. She married Clifford McCollum on September 18th, 1970 in Morris, IL.
She is survived by a sister, Margaret Wagner; a...
Doris McCollum, 90, formerly of Perrysburg, OH, passed away on Tuesday June 1, 2021 at Aperion Care, Marseilles.
Following cremation rights entrusted to Ottawa Funeral Home and Crematory, she...
Glenn Serby Ottawa
Glenn Edward Serby, 52 of Ottawa, Illinois passed away on Monday, May 31, 2021 at his home.
Glenn was born October 17, 1968, in Ottawa, Illinois, to Ronald and Arlis (Dougherty) Serby.
Glenn’s family will honor Glenn Edward on Wednesday, June 9, 2021, with the Funeral Service at 1:00pm, at the Ottawa Funeral Home, with Rev. Kipfer officiating. Visitation will be 11:00am to 1:00pm, prior to the service, at the Ottawa Funeral Home, with the burial following at Saint Columba...
Glenn Edward Serby, 52 of Ottawa, Illinois passed away on Monday, May 31, 2021 at his home.
Glenn was born October 17, 1968, in Ottawa, Illinois, to Ronald and Arlis (Dougherty)...
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