Beloit Resident Dawn Dee Georgakas-Newrall Passes Away at 68

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Dawn Dee Georgakas-Newrall, a 68-year-old resident of Beloit, Wisconsin and formerly of Plainfield, Illinois, passed away on February 24, 2026 after a long battle with health issues. She is survived by her sister, brother, and numerous nieces and nephews, as well as her lifelong friend. Georgakas-Newrall had a long career as a methadone clinic nurse where she helped people struggling with addiction through compassion, tough love, and understanding.

Why it matters

Georgakas-Newrall's work at the methadone clinic highlights the important role that compassionate healthcare professionals can play in supporting those dealing with substance abuse issues. Her passing is a loss for the Beloit community and those whose lives she touched through her caring approach.

The details

Georgakas-Newrall was born on April 11, 1957 in Joliet, Illinois. She was a graduate of Plainfield High School and spent her career as a nurse at a methadone clinic, where she used her personal skills to aid people struggling with addiction in a very human and caring way.

• Georgakas-Newrall passed away on February 24, 2026.
• A memorial visitation will be held at Overman-Jones Funeral Home in Plainfield, Illinois on April 11, 2026 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 Noon.
• Georgakas-Newrall was born on April 11, 1957.