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. 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:
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