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Esperanza Ramos
Apr 24, 2017
Esperanza Ramos, 81, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, April 24, 2017, surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Jerez, Zacatecas, Mexico, on August 1, 1935; to parents, Antonio and Felipa (Jimenez) Lorenzana. Esperanza was a loving and caring woman to all of her family, and she will be remembered by all who...
Randall Lee Hartsock
Apr 24, 2017
Randall Lee Hartsock, 72, of Rockford died Monday, April 24, 2017 in his home with his wife at his side. Born June 3, 1944 in Dante, VA the son of L.G. and Ella (Glovier) Hartsock. Graduated from St. Paul High School in Virginia and entered in the US Army serving three tours in Vietnam. After the war he returned home...
James R. Hallden
Apr 24, 2017
JAMES ROBERT HALLDEN, 77 James Robert Hallden, 77 of Rockford, Illinois delivered his final piece of mail and joined our Lord in Heaven on Monday, April 24, 2017. “Jim” spent 35 years delivering mail to the greater Rockford area. Rain, sleet or snow, Jim would go; on foot to deliver mail to the masses. His love of all things postal...
Robert Huisel, Sr.
Apr 23, 2017
Robert Huisel 73, of Rockford passed away peacefully on 4/23/2017. Born in Chicago he worked in the Chicago-land area as a machinist and mechanic for over 50 years. He leaves wife Phyllis Marie, sons Timothy, Matthew and Robert, daughters Sherri and Tina, sisters MaryLou, Silvia and brother Clarence. Robert also leaves behind 19 grand kids and 15 great grand kids...
Marrie Antoinette Hoel
Apr 22, 2017
Marrie Antoinette Hoel, 95, Rockford, passed away Saturday, April 22, 2017, at Wesley Willows Health Center. Marrie was born August 1, 1921, in Rockford, the daughter of Edwin and Verona Gustafson. She was a member of the last graduating class of Rockford Central High School. Marrie was wed to Layton L. Hoel on May 10, 1941, and they lived happily...
Earl Ray "Mick" Richards Iii
Apr 22, 2017
Earl Ray “Mick” Richards III, 53, of Rockford passed away Saturday, April 22, 2017. Born August 6, 1963, in Joliet, the son of Earl Ray and Nancy E. (Roland) Richards II. He was a veteran serving in the US Army. Mick worked in sales for the Anderson Automotive Group. Lovingly survived by his father, Earl Ray Richards II; significant other,...
Kurt Lange
Apr 20, 2017
Kurt Lange, 71, of Cherry Valley, lost his long battle with Parkinson’s Disease on Thursday, April 20, 2017. Born in Germany on March 7, 1946, the son of Johann and Elsa Lange. Kurt was a veteran serving in the United States Army. He worked as a precision machinist for over 40 years. He leaves in life his best friend, wife...
Lydia Hansen
Apr 20, 2017
Lydia Hansen, 84, of Rockford passed away April 20, 2017. Born in Winchester, IL. Graduated RMH School of Nursing, class of 1954. Married Bent Hansen on December 6, 1958. She was employed by Dr. Wm H. Langewisch for 30 years and PA Peterson Home for 8 years. Survived by daughter Kristie (Bruce) Mendez of Chicago, nephews Philip (Gina) Heldt of...
Kay L. Harris
Apr 20, 2017
Kay L. Harris, 71, of Rockford passed away in her home on Thursday, April 20, 2017. She was born on December 1, 1945 in Ottawa, IL, the daughter of Earl and Inez Katherine (Butz) Osmundson. She graduated from Ottawa High School in 1963. In September of 1968, she married the love of her life, John Harris in DeKalb. She devoted...
Michael Fornal
Apr 20, 2017
Michael Fornal, 35, of Cherry Valley, died on Thursday, April 20, 2017. He was born in Rockford on March 18, 1982; to parents Stanley E. and Georgina “Jean” (Gulotta) Fornal. Michael attended East High School, and was a charismatic young man who was one of a kind. He had creative spirit, Michael loved music, art, and even gardening. Michael will...
Jay Thompson
Apr 19, 2017
Jay Thompson, 75, of Durand and formerly of Rockford, died peacefully Wednesday with his family at his side at Medina Nursing Home. Born April 13, 1942 in Centerville, IA the son of Marvin and Phyllis (Winger) Thompson. After graduating high school he joined the United States Navy and was honorably discharged. He later married his loving wife Jacqueline (Walco) in...
Marsha Johanna Dahlgren
Apr 18, 2017
Marsha Johanna Dahlgren, 63, Rockford, passed away peacefully Tuesday, April 18, 2017. She was born July 20, 1953, in Rockford, the daughter of Marshall and Odessa (Wold) Dahlgren. Marsha earned a biochemistry degree from Lake Erie College and studied briefly at Oxford and Oakland University. She won numerous awards as an equestrian and was invited to the U.S. Equestrian Team...
Lynn A. Stutsman
Apr 17, 2017
Lynn A. Stutsman, 69, of Cherry Valley, died on Monday, April 17, 2017. She was born in Detroit, MI on April 23, 1947 to parents Pierce Jr. and Mary (Ferguson) Barker. Lynn married her husband Steven Stutsman on November 5, 1968 in Belvidere, Illinois. Lynn’s warmhearted nature drew her to the care and education of young children. She was instrumental...
Carlotta M. Baylor
Apr 16, 2017
Carlotta M. Baylor, 82, of Rockton, passed away April 16, 2017 at Highview in the Woodlands. Born December 20, 1934, the daughter of Carl H. & Letha M. (Bland) Johnson. Graduated from Rockford East high school. Married William “Bill” Baylor in Rockford on April 14, 1956. Member of Holy Family Catholic Church. She enjoyed traveling with her husband especially to...
Jean L. Persinger
Apr 16, 2017
Jean Loretta Persinger, 92, of Rockford passed away peacefully in her home on Sunday, April 16, 2017. She was born on January 24, 1925 in Marengo, IL, the daughter of James and Loretta (Deneen) Higgins. She met Charles J. Persinger, and the two married on August 7, 1948 in Marengo. She was a devoted member of Holy Family Catholic Church,...
Rosemary Danaher
Apr 16, 2017
Rosemary Danaher, 96, Rockford, entered into eternal life on Sunday, April 16, 2017, in Presence St. Anne Center. She was born October 4, 1920, in Chicago, the daughter of Harry and Della (Higgins) Cassidy. She married John Danaher in Chicago on October 31, 1942. He entered into eternal life on August 1, 1997. Rosemary was an active member of St....
Ken Markley
Apr 15, 2017
Kenneth Markley, of Rockford, son of Dean and Sylvia Markley, was born February 18, 1986. He passed on Saturday, April 15, 2017. His family includes sister, Michelle Markley; grandmothers, aunts, uncles, cousins, many more relatives and friends, predeceased by his brother, Philip Markley. Ken had an imaginative mind, and was a dedicated affiliate to the video game culture, leading to...
Helen S. Schuller
Apr 12, 2017
Helen Sara Schuller, 92, of Rockford, passed away Wednesday, April 12, 2017, at home. Born January 1, 1925 in Chicago, Illinois; the daughter of Sara Markel (Drechsler) and John Markel. She married Joseph M. Schuller in Chicago, Illinois, on June 14, 1947 (married 69 years). Helen was a wonderful mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend. She loved hosting family functions and...
Eva P. Buckley
Apr 12, 2017
Eva P. Buckley, 81, of Rockford, died Wednesday, April 12, 2017. She was born on February 20, 1936, to parents Daniel W. and Grace D. (Hewitt) Buckley in Crystal Lake, Illinois. She worked for Precision Twist Drill as a Machine Operator for 10 years, retiring in 1973. Eva was a loving woman who's kindness will be remembered by all who...
Larry H. King
Apr 11, 2017
Larry H. King, 60, of Roscoe, entered Heaven’s gates on Tuesday, April 11, 2017 at UW Madison Hospital. Born October 19, 1956 in Modesto, CA the son of Jerry King and Alice (Shaw) Howard. Larry married Debbie Beam on October 7, 1978. Together, they had three daughters, Shannon (Josh) Nordgren, Stacey King, and Shelley (Joey) Courtaway. They have three precious...
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