WCMY New Obituaries
Cindy Marie Williams, age 53, of Ottawa
Cindy Marie Williams, age 53, of Ottawa, passed away Tuesday, September 1, 2026 at OSF St. Elizabeth Medical Center in Ottawa. Cindy was born November 5, 1972 in Ottawa, the daughter of Kenny and Betty (Durbin) Phelps. Cindy is survived by her mother Betty Schillings; her fiancé, Mark Smith; children, Savana Phe...
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Stephen "Steve" J. West of Ottawa
Stephen "Steve" J. West of Ottawa passed away peacefully Wednesday morning September 2 at Ottawa Pavilion with his loving wife Mary Ellen by his side at the age of 78. Cremation rites were accorded with no visitation or services. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Mueller Funeral Home in Ottawa. Steve wa...
Sep 04, 2026
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