Notice of foreclosure action against properties in Rock Falls, Illinois.
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Deadline · Response Deadline
May 21, 2026
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- Published
- Category
- Foreclosure
- City
- Rock Falls
- Case #
- 2026 FC 36
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What You Should Do Next
- 1
File Your Response
Submit your answer to the complaint in court by May 21, 2026.
- 2
Contact an Attorney
Consider consulting with a legal professional for guidance on your options.
- 3
Attend Court Hearing
Be present at the Circuit Court of Whiteside County for any scheduled hearings.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is a notice of foreclosure?
- A notice of foreclosure informs parties that a property is being foreclosed due to unpaid mortgages.
- How can I respond to a foreclosure notice?
- You must file an answer or appear in court by May 21, 2026, to avoid default.
- What happens if I ignore the foreclosure notice?
- Ignoring the notice may result in a default judgment against you, leading to loss of property.
- Who should I contact for more information?
- Contact the attorney for the plaintiff, Douglas R. Lindstrom, Jr., at Lane & Waterman LLP.
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Full Notice Text
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE FOURTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WHITESIDE COUNTY, ILLINOIS CENTRAL BANK ILLINOIS, Plaintiff, vs. M5 PROPERTY HOLDINGS LLC; M5 CONVEYING CONSULTANTS LLC; ROCKY FRANCIS MCGOWAN; DARCIE MCGOWAN; M5 INDUSTRIES, LLC, CENTRAL SERIES; PARTIES IN POSSESSION; INTERESTED PERSONS, UNKNOWN OWNERS, and NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants. CASE NO. 2026 FC 36 NOTICE OF PENDENCY OF ACTION - NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE (735 ILCS 5/2-206, 5/2-207, 5/2-413, 5-15-1501(c) 5/15-1502 AND 5/15-1503) The requisite affidavit for publication having been filed, notice is hereby given to Interested Persons, Unknown Owners and Non-Record Claimants, Defendants in the above captioned action, pursuant to the provisions of 735 ILCS 5/2-206, 5/2-207, 5/15-1502 and 5/15-1503, that the above captioned action has been commenced in the Circuit Court of Whiteside County, Illinois, seeking to foreclose mortgages covering the following described real estate situated in Whiteside County, Illinois, to wit: 1.Legal description: The North 120 feet of Lots Three (3) and Four (4) in Block Four (4) of Pratt's Addition to the City of Rock Falls, according to the Plat thereof recorded June 16, 1893 in Plat Book 5 page 35; all situated in the Township of Coloma, County of Whiteside, State of Illinois. Parcel ID: 11-27-381-017 2.Common address or location of the mortgaged premises: 508 E. 9th Street, Rock Falls, IL 61071 and for such other relief. Summons were duly issued by the Court as provided by law and this action is now pending. Unless you file your answer to the Complaint in this action or otherwise make your appearance in the Circuit Court of Whiteside County, Illinois on or before May 21, 2026, default may be entered against you. 1.The names of all Plaintiffs and the case number are identified above. 2.The Court in which the action was brought is identified above. 3.The names of the titleholders of record are: M5 Industries, LLC, Central Series 4.A common address or description of the location of the real estate is as follows: 508 E. 9th Street, Rock Falls, IL 61071 5.Identification of the mortgages sought to be foreclosed are as follows: (a)Name of Mortgagor: Rocky Francis McGowan and Darcie McGowan (b)Name of Mortgagee: Central Bank Illinois (c)Date of Mortgage: First: July 28, 2023, Second: March 29, 2024 (d)Date of Recording: First: August 1, 2023, Second: April 1, 2024 (e)County where recorded: Whiteside County, Illinois (f)Recording Document Identification: First: Document No. 2023-03759, Second: Document No. 2024-01410 Dated: April 17, 2026. /s/ Sue Scott Clerk of the Circuit Court Attorney for Plaintiff Douglas R. Lindstrom, Jr. LANE & WATERMAN LLP 220 N. Main Street, #600, Davenport, IA 52801 (563) 324-3246 - (563) 324-1616 (Fax) Email: dlindstrom@l-wlaw.com April 21, 28, May 5, 2026