He was the fixer of broken appliances and the slayer of pesky spiders, but that was just the start. As a World War II refugee, he embodied the spirit of service, bringing Christmas trees to disadvantaged families through Chicago’s Christmas Ship. Now, one can only wonder if he would still recognize the country he once embraced.

Denton bids farewell to 86-year-old resident, Wilbur Lee Nahrgang, who passed away peacefully on September 29, 2025. Born in 1939 to Alma and Henry Nahrgang, his life leaves a lasting mark on those he touched.

Barbara “Joan” Carroll George, 79, of Bradyville, passed away on September 6, 2025. Though few details are provided, her obituary highlights her birth in Chicago, Illinois, on July 20, 1946, and the enduring memory she leaves behind.