In Sympathy: Mr. Vi Tran
Mr. Vi Tran, spouse of Rev. Brian Gilbert of the Northern Illinois Conference, passed away on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, at the age of 37.
Rev. Donald Niswonger, the spouse of retired Rev. Carol Findon, a member of the Northern Illinois Conference, passed away Sunday, Dec. 24, 2023. During her ministry, Rev. Findon served Morris: First; Parkside Pastoral Counseling; and Samaritan Interfaith Counseling.
Rev. Niswonger was 90 years old.
A memorial service will be held on Jan. 27 at noon, with visitation beginning at 10 a.m., at Grace United Methodist Church, 300 E. Gartner Road, Naperville, IL.
Messages of condolence can be sent to his spouse:
Rev. Carol R. Findon
608 Hyde Park Lane
Naperville, IL 60565
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to:
Mr. Vi Tran, spouse of Rev. Brian Gilbert of the Northern Illinois Conference, passed away on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, at the age of 37.
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