Rev. Christian Coon is Named Director of Congregational Development
Bishop Dan Schwerin has appointed Rev. Christian Coon as Northern Illinois Conference Director of Congregational Development, effective July 1. Rev. Coon will…
Rev. Irvine F. Huber, a retired member of the Northern Illinois Conference, passed away on Sunday, April 14, 2024. During his ministry he served Rosthern; Tonica: Richland; Torrington; Kelowna; Chicago: Calvary; Evangelist; Maple Park: Pierce; Fox River Grove: Community; and Lombard: Faith.
Rev. Huber was 103 years old.
There will be no memorial service.
Messages of condolence can be sent to his family:
Melanie Fruhauff
12364 Hadley Dr.
Huntley, IL 60142
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