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Tammie Ciciura
Mar 25, 2025
Tammie Ciciura, departed this world on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, peacefully in her home in Rockford, IL, surrounded by love and family. Born on March 19, 1974, the daughter of Dennis Lee and Linda Jean (Welliver) Noegel. Tammie's spirit was as bright and vibrant as the sun she adored. She radiated warmth and light, touching the lives of all who...
David S. Matheson
Mar 24, 2025
David Scott Matheson, a beloved member of the Rockford, Illinois community, passed away unexpectedly on March 24, 2025, at the age of 55. Born on May 25, 1969, in Rockford, David remained a lifelong resident of the city he cherished and explored as an adventurous child and adult.
David was a man of gentle spirit and unwavering loyalty, known to many...
William R. Washburn
Mar 24, 2025
William “Bill” Robert Washburn, 78, of Rockford, passed away on March 24, 2025, at UW Health Swedish American Hospital. He was born on September 15, 1946, in Chicago, Illinois, the son of Robert and Lauretta (Scheutte) Washburn. Bill proudly served his country in the U.S. Air Force and was served in the Vietnam War. He married Fely Moreno on December...
Larry D. Hart
Mar 21, 2025
Larry Donald Hart, 78, of Rockford, passed away on March 21, 2025, at UW Hospital in Madison, Wisconsin. He was born on December 29, 1946, in Rockford, the son of Donald and Dorothy (Hoffman) Hart. Larry grew up on a farm and found his passion for International Harvester Tractors. He attended Belvidere High School. He married his true love, Valerie...
Irma A. Hocking
Mar 20, 2025
Irma A. Hocking, age 97, of Rockford, IL, passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 20, 2025 at Amberwood Care Center. She was born on January 5, 1928 in Bayreuth, Germany to Andreas and Olga Leucht. She is survived by her children: Ron Hocking (Rayna Bauer), Diane (Jeff) Leeson, grandchildren: Dave (Mary) Hocking, Jenna and Jack Leeson, and great grandchildren: Austin,...
Mary A. Handlogten
Mar 20, 2025
Mary Ann Handlogten, age 89, passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 20, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Although she will be dearly missed, her family is rejoicing that she has been welcomed home into the loving arms of Jesus.
Mary was born in Marshalltown, Iowa on August 31, 1935, the daughter of Henry John and Fannie (deNeui) Kannegieter. She attended...
Jeanette M. Van Den Broeke
Mar 20, 2025
Jeanette M. Van Den Broeke, 94, passed away on Thursday, March 20, 2025, at Independence Village in Rockford, Illinois. She was born on July 16, 1930, in Owatonna, Minnesota, daughter to Howard Arthur and Minna Augusta (Krampitz) Stickley. She went on to marry E. Donald Van Den Broeke in Owatonna on November 29, 1952. Shortly after they moved to Freeport...
Khamla Thammavong
Mar 19, 2025
Khamla Thammavong, 70, of Rockford, passed away at home on March 19, 2025, with family by her side. Born in Laos on October 5, 1954, to Hoinpanya and Pomkhamthin. She married Sam Thammavong in Laos in 1972 and they shared five children together. Family was very important to her and her favorite thing to do was spend time with her...
Elaine M. Pfluger
Mar 19, 2025
Elaine Mary Pfluger died peacefully in her sleep after saying the “Hail Mary” one last time with family by her side. She was the first of 5 children born to Albert and Nell Labunski. Growing up, Elaine loved playing with her friends, enjoyed family dinners at Grandma’s house and spending at time at the family bakery. Elaine was always passionate...
Erlinda D. Wilson
Mar 17, 2025
Erlinda D. Wilson, 82, of Roscoe, passed away on March 17, 2025, surrounded by her family. She was born in Tondo, Manila, Philippines, the daughter of Pedro and Carmen Duallo. Erlinda came to the United States in 1969 and obtained her citizenship in 1974. She enjoyed playing cards with friends, gambling, poker, and bingo. In her younger years, she enjoyed...
Raquel Zickert
Mar 16, 2025
Raquel (Munoz) Zickert, 93, of Rockford, passed away on Sunday, March 16, 2025. She was born on August 22, 1931, in Beloit, Wisconsin, the daughter of Thomas and Gila (Lopez) Munoz. She married the love of her life, Paul E. Zickert, in June of 1957 and spent over 60 years with him until his passing in October of 2018. She...
Larry D. Newman
Mar 13, 2025
Larry Newman, 77, Rockford, passed away on Thursday, March 13, 2025. He was born December 19, 1947 in Lincoln, IL, the son of Robert and Madge. Larry married Deborah Newman in Chicago on October 19, 1974. He was a graduate of Illinois State University. Moving to Rockford and starting his family, he attended St. Bridget Catholic Church where his sons...
Frank DeVivo
Mar 12, 2025
Frank DeVivo, 50, of Belvidere, IL passed away March 12, 2025 after a courageous battle with glioblastoma. Frank was born April 27, 1974, the son of Antonio and Tecla DeVivo. Frank attended Guilford High School, graduating in 1992. He married the love of his life, Daniella Savaiano, on September 20, 2008. Frank worked for the Winnebago County Sheriff Department as...
Catherine E. Reeverts
Mar 10, 2025
Catherine (McKee) Reeverts passed away peacefully at her Rockford residence on March 10, 2025, at the age of 83. She was born on July 15, 1941, daughter to Theodore and Mary McKee. She graduated from St. Mary’s academy in Leonardtown, Maryland in 1959. After moving to northern Illinois, she graduated in 1972 from Rockford College. Catherine dedicated her life to...
Valerie L. Gunderson
Mar 9, 2025
Valerie L. Gunderson, 75, of Roscoe, passed away with her family by her side on Sunday, March 9, 2025. She was born in Rockford, Illinois, on March 21, 1949, to Harold and Maxine (Percival) Brace. Much like her red hair, Valerie had a fiery personality. A devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, she made sure to travel to spend time with...
David W. McCollom
Mar 9, 2025
David William McCollom, 77, of Rockford, passed away on Sunday, March 9, 2025.
David was born in Rockford, IL on August 28, 1947, the son of Lowell and Irene (Tulip) McCollom. He graduated from Harlem High School, Class of 1965. Shortly after high school, David enlisted and proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps. He married Melvadine Mooney...
Marlyn R. Hulstedt
Mar 7, 2025
Marlyn Ruth Hulstedt, 94 of Rockford, died peacefully at home Friday March 7, 2025.
Marlyn was born on September 30, 1930, in Tomahawk, Wisconsin, to Albert J. Hetzel and Hazel (Stewart) Hetzel. As a young woman, she moved to Rockford, Illinois, to be with her sister, Jeanette. It was in Rockford that she met the love of her life, Charles Hulstedt....
Ronnie Joe Belcher
Mar 4, 2025
Ron Belcher - Husband, father, son, uncle, and his favorite title- Papa.
He was born in Rockford, IL to Rosa and Ralph Belcher of Princeton, WV where he loved spending his summers as a kid playing with his uncle and cousins after a long road trip with his faithful chihuahua companion- Silky.
Ron grew up as the middle child of two sisters...
Franklin S. Lyford
Mar 3, 2025
Franklin S. Lyford, 89, Rockford, passed away on Monday, March 3, 2025. He was born on May 7, 1935, in Belvidere IL, the son of Franklin Lyford Sr. and Marie (Ambrose) Lyford. Frank served in the United States Army during the Korean War from 1956-1958. He married Carol (Fye) Lyford on July 31, 1959, in Belvidere where they remained married...
Charles Edward Fandel
Feb 28, 2025
Charles “Chuck” Edward Fandel, age 57, of Sioux City, IA, formerly of Rockford, passed away on Friday, February 28, 2025.
Chuck was born in Rockford, IL on March 31, 1967, the son of Richard J. and Sondra R. (Berg) Fandel. He attended St. Rita Catholic Church and School from a young age where he excelled at numerous sports. Chuck graduated from...
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