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Robert "Bob" E. Wendorf
October 2, 2017
Robert “Bob” E. Wendorf, 83, Rockford, passed away Monday, October 2, 2017, at Rosewood Care Center following a long illness. He was born January 20, 1934, in Rockford, the son of Harry and Bernice (Erler) Wendorf. Bob was an Army veteran serving for 2 years in Japan. He married Beverly “Bev” Young in Monroe Center on August 26, 1961. He...
Edward J. Didier
October 1, 2017
Edward J. Didier, 94, of Rockford, died peacefully at home on Sunday, October 1, 2017 surrounded by his family. He was born in Franklin Park, IL on March 21, 1923, son of George and Angeline Didier. Edward proudly served his country in the United States Army Air Forces during World War II. He married his loving wife, Mary (Durkin) Didier,...
James Vollmer
September 30, 2017
James Arthur Vollmer left this life on September 30, 2017, to be forever with the Lord. Born in Roscoe, Illinois February 14, 1940 to Carl and Betty Vollmer. Graduated from St. Thomas High School in 1958. Attended Loras College in Dubuque, IA, where he received a Bachelor of Science in Accounting and became a licensed Certified Public Accountant. On June...
Joanne L. Columbia
September 28, 2017
Joanne L. Columbia, 87, of Rockford, passed away September 28, 2017 at Wesley Willows Health Center. Born March 20, 1930 in Pittsburg, PA, the daughter of John & Helen (Chappell) Love. Married to former Robert Warren Columbia in McDonald, PA on March 21, 1952. Moved to Rockford since 1962, coming here from McDonald, PA. She worked for 1st National Bank...
Mario Calvagna
September 28, 2017
Mario Calvagna (Rockford, IL), age 89, passed away on September 28, 2017. He was preceded in death by his parents, Alfonzo and Emanuella, his siblings Mario, Biaggio, Russell, William, and Frances. He is survived by his wife, Marilyn, son Paul and wife Lisa and granddaughters Meghan and Rebecca, son Phil and wife Michele and granddaughter Elena, and son Peter, as...
Travis Gates
September 28, 2017
Byron - Travis L. Gates, 65 passed away Wednesday, September 28, 2017 surrounded by his loving family. Travis always celebrated his life. The family would like to give a special thanks to Swedish American Medical Group, especially Dr. Nameer Mardini and his staff, and the staff at Serenity Home & Hospice for all their care and support. Memorials to Serenity...
Paul Caravello
September 27, 2017
Paul Caravello, 82, of Rockford, passed away September 27, 2017 surrounded by his family. He was born in Monreale Italy on September 18, 1935 the son of Giuseppe and Santa (Russo) Caravello. Married Domenica Ingrao on September 28, 1964 and worked for Elco Industries and was also a Tailor for Marshall Fields. He is survived by his children, Joseph (...
Josephine R. (Armato) Taylor
September 26, 2017
Josephine R. (Armato) Taylor, 97, Rockford, passed away Tuesday, September 26, 2017, at Crimson Pointe. She was born July 27, 1920, in Franklin, LA, the daughter of Carlo and Mamie (Rebecca) Armato. She married James E. Taylor on December 31, 1951. He passed away in 1985. Josephine worked at Barber Colman for 12 years and then at Sunbeam Appliance for...
Bette June Teeman
September 26, 2017
Bette J. Teeman, 88, of Rockford, died Tuesday, September 26, 2017 at Alden Debes Care Center. Born June 6, 1929, was adopted, along with her brother Kenneth, in 1936 to Oliver and Bertha Lehnus in Pocahontas County, IA. She married her husband, Charles M. Teeman in 1950 and together they had four children. Sadly in 1952 her brother was killed...
Floyd R. Kisner
September 26, 2017
Floyd Raymond Kisner, age 87, was peacefully called home on September 26, 2017, in Rockford, Illinois. Floyd is survived by his wife, Marchetta, of 53 years; his sons, Todd Michael, of Rockford and Bradley Lee (Arnie Klein), of Cleveland, Ohio, siblings, Regina Bergman, Lawrence “Bud” (Lee) Kisner, Dorothy (Richard) Lehmkuhl, and Beverly Dvorak. He is preceded in death by his...
Maryann Rush
September 24, 2017
MaryAnn Rush, 70, of Roscoe, passed away Sunday, September 24, 2017 surrounded by her loving family. She was born on January 26, 1947 in Rockford, the daughter of Louis and Tina (Calacci) Marinelli. She graduated West High School in 1966. She met the love of her life, Michael Rush and the two married on December 30, 1972. She proudly worked...
James L. Hesselberth
September 23, 2017
James L. Hesselberth, 73, of Rockford passed away Saturday, September 23, 2017. Born October 17, 1943, in Dana, Illinois, the son of Albert and Zora (Boon) Hesselberth. Jim worked for Ogilby Transfer and Storage Sales and retired from Estwing Manufacturing. In retirement, Jim thoroughly enjoyed substitute teaching with Rockford Public School District 205. Jim was an avid Chicago Cubs and...
Ruby L. Watson
September 22, 2017
Ruby Lorraine Watson was welcomed into heaven by her Lord and loved ones gone before her on Friday, September 22, 2017. Ruby was born May 1, 1923 to Albert and Marie Drager in Minneapolis, Minnesota. She married Nolan Watson on June 21, 1946 and was a loving wife and partner in ministry in the Lutheran churches they served. She had...
Gretchen Christensen-Adams
September 22, 2017
Gretchen Christensen – Adams, 91, died September 22, 2017 at Wesley Willows Kirk’s Place under the care of Northern Illinois Hospice. Gretchen was born April 1, 1926, in Breklum, Germany to John and Margarethe Jansen. The family immigrated to America in 1929 and settled in Davenport, IA. Gretchen is survived by three children: Richard (Linda) Christensen of Raleigh, NC, Sue...
Carson Drew Licari
September 22, 2017
Carson Drew Licari, infant, joined hands with his cousin MaKenna on Friday, Sept. 22, 2017. Son of Elyse Lindberg and Ryan Licari. Visitation Wednesday, October 4, 2017 from 5-7 p.m. at Fitzgerald Funeral Home and Crematory, Mulford Chapel, 1860 S. Mulford Rd. Express online condolences at: www.fitzgeraldfh.com
Lavonne C. Westra
September 21, 2017
On the afternoon of September 21st, a quiet angel began her rest in eternity with her Lord and Savior. LaVonne C. (Kroon) Westra was born on a farm in eastern South Dakota on December 5, 1931. She attended Flandreau High School and graduated from Augustana College in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. From there she began teaching in northwest Iowa and...
John E. Cofer
September 20, 2017
John E. Cofer, Jr., 70, of Rockford, passed into the presence of his Savior on September 20, 2017. He was born on April 2, 1947, in Joliet, IL, the son of John E. & Frances (Carter) Cofer, Sr. He graduated from Plainfield High School, class of 1965. He earned a bachelor’s degree from Blackburn College (1969) and a Masters of...
James "Jim" Eugene Day
September 19, 2017
James “Jim” Eugene Day, 53, Belvidere, passed away September 19, 2017. He was born February 19, 1964, in Rockford, the son of Gene and Marge (Johnson) Day. Jim graduated from Belvidere High School class of 1982. He attended Rock Valley College and graduated from Iowa State University with a degree in aerospace engineering. Jim received his MBA from Cardinal Stritch...
Carl J. Ness
September 18, 2017
Carl J. Ness, 39, of North Liberty passed away Monday, September 18, 2017. He was born on July 14, 1978 in Belvidere, IL, the son of James “Jim” and Rita (Symons) Ness. He is survived by his parents; sister, Leanne (Clint) Wagner; nephew, Dominic; aunt and uncles, Jean (Dave)Lance, and Jerry Ness; and many friends and colleagues. A private family...
Katherine "Katie" Fiorini
September 17, 2017
Katherine “Katie” Fiorini, 81, of Rockford passed away Sunday, September 17, 2017 at the Villa of PA Peterson. Katie was a lifelong resident Rockford, born on April 24, 1936, the daughter of Joseph “Malo” and Adele (Bedin) Vanso. Katie was a devoted Catholic regularly attending mass at St. Bernadette while able. Her family and friends were an important part of...
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