Winnebago County, IL Coroner's Office

08/14/2026

Some days are harder than others, and on those days, a little kindness goes a long way.

A big thank you to MISSION BBQ and the Cherry Valley Police Department for providing comfort for our staff. Your thoughtfulness and support meant a lot to our team, and we truly appreciate you thinking of us.

08/05/2026

Another great year for National Night Out! Thank you to all who visited our tent and wanted to learn more. A special thank you to Deputy Larson, Deputy Gruner and Deputy Thompson (not shown 🤣). The work you all do does not go unseen.
-Coroner Jen

07/30/2026

07/28/2026

Godspeed, Mayor McNamara. Well done. May you thrive in your new venture. We wish you well and we are so very thankful for your support along the way.

07/04/2026

07/03/2026

A life spent serving others is a life well lived. Today we honored a woman who stood beside families during some of their darkest hours with compassion, dignity, and grace. She was not only a remarkable public servant, but also a mentor and friend. I am forever grateful for the example she set, and I can only hope to carry on the legacy of service she left behind. -Coroner Jen

Winnebago County Coroner’s Office honors Sue Fiduccia with memorial

05/21/2026

Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!

I cosponsor SB2270, a bill that ensures that deputy county medical examiners and deputy coroners are formally recognized as first responders under Illinois law for purposes of employer-provided mental health counseling insurance coverage.

This measure closes the gap by extending the existing protections already available to county coroners and medical examiners to their deputies as well. It recognizes the important public safety role these professionals serve our communities with and ensures they receive fair health coverage benefits.

This bill passed both Houses and heads to the governor’s desk for consideration.

05/08/2026

Sometimes, after a very long week, we just need a little dog therapy. Thank you to 815 PAWS for the visit!