In Sympathy: Martin Deppe
Rev. Martin Deppe, a retired member of the Northern Illinois Conference, passed away on Friday, October 23, 2026.
Location: Freeport: First UMC (503 N. Lily Creek Road, Freeport IL 61032)
Sunday, May 21, at 3 p.m.
Freeport: First UMC (503 N. Lily Creek Road, Freeport IL)
Worship service with special music and testimonials from a variety of individuals and groups around the District.
The service will be followed by a receiving line and refreshments.
DS Fabiola requests no gifts, but cards of appreciation would be welcome. Attendants (and those unable to attend) are encouraged to consider a donation toward the Bishop’s Appeal. There will be a basket to accept gifts (checks made out to NIC, with Bishop’s Appeal in the memo line) at the event. People may also give at Annual Conference or online.
View a slideshow of photos of Rev. Fabiola Grandon Mayer with people from across the district.