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R. Casey Brauns
January 26, 2024
We did not know our father was a super hero at first. To us, Molly and Ryan his children, he was simply Dad— a father that did not yell nor swear, was a gentleman who shined his shoes, wore a tie every day, never missed a practice or rehearsal, coached basketball, and loved to laugh with his family.
What we grew...
Lacy A. Sciame
January 25, 2024
Lacy A. Sciame was born on July 31, 1926, and passed away at home January 25, 2024. He didn’t know it then, but he would change the world.
A World War II veteran, a letter carrier, a previous officer of the Rockford Postal Credit Union, a Union representative, a Cubs fan, a bowler, a pool player, a retired YMCA Men’s Club...
Charles 'Chuck' Gustafson
January 25, 2024
Charles 'Chuck' Gustafson passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, January 25, 2024 in Rockford, Illinois.
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Jorge Sarmiento
January 25, 2024
Jorge Enrique Sarmiento Pineda, age 93, passed away at home on Thursday, January 25, 2024.
Born February 28, 1930, in Bogota, Colombia, South America, the son of Ernesto Sarmiento La Barrera and Elvira Pineda Cardenas. Jorge played professional soccer for Nacional in Bogota, Colombia. He married the love of his life, Lucy Marina Mogollon on December 31, 1955, at Lady of...
Marlow "Andy" Anderson
January 25, 2024
Marlow “Andy” J Anderson, age 87, passed away at home on Thursday, January 25, 2024.
Marlow was born in East Chain, MN, on June 26, 1936, the son of Otis and Alice (Nyquist) Anderson. In 1955 he graduated from Austin High in Minnesota. He went on to earn his bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Agriculture from the University of Nebraska in 1960....
James "Jim" F. Palmer
January 25, 2024
James "Jim" F. Palmer, 91, passed away after a short illness on January 25, 2024. He married Irene Pauletto on November 15, 1952, in Rockford. Jim served as a Corporal and Paratrooper in the U.S. Army. Following his service, he worked as a sales engineer at Ingersoll Milling for 50 years.
Jim is survived by his wife of 71 years,...
Dr. Joseph A. Zammuto
January 24, 2024
Dr. Joseph A. Zammuto, of Rockford, IL, devoted husband, father and grandfather, was born to eternal life surrounded by family on January 24, 2024, at the age of 90.
Joseph was born on June 2, 1933 in Rockford, IL, the second son of Angelo and Rose (Rizzo) Zammuto. He graduated from Rockford West High School and attended Washington University where he...
David E. Nelson
January 23, 2024
After a lifetime of commitment to his family and faith, David Nelson peacefully transitioned from his earthly bonds and failing health to his heavenly reward on January 23, 2024.
David was born on December 24, 1936 and spent his early years dairy farming with his father, grandfather and extended family at the landmark “Round Barn” that once stood along River Road,...
Daniel "Dan" Charles Nihan
January 23, 2024
Daniel “Dan” Charles Nihan, 78, Rockford, passed away on Tuesday, January 23, 2024. He was born on March 6, 1945, in Belvidere, IL, the son of Charles and Sophronia (Cashmore) Nihan. He graduated from Belvidere High School, class of 1963 and was a veteran, having served in the Army. Dan really enjoyed the sport of golfing. He loved to spend...
Saeng Sayavong
January 23, 2024
Saeng Sayavong, 89, of Rockford, passed away on January 23, 2024. She was born on October 10, 1934, in Laos, the daughter of Mai and Pouth Aphivong.
Traditional Laos Funeral Services will be on Tuesday, January 30, 2024 from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. at Fitzgerald Funeral Home & Crematory, 1860 S. Mulford Road Rockford, IL 61108.
Carter Harms Mcgowan
January 22, 2024
Carter Harms McGowan
June 15, 2001 – January 22, 2024
Carter Harms McGowan, 22, died January 22, 2024, in his lifelong hometown of Rockford. He was born June 15, 2001, to parents, Mark and Christy (Harms) McGowan.
He was a 2019 graduate of Rockford East High School and earned his Associate in Science degree from Rock Valley College in 2022.
A quiet, gentle, caring,...
Barbara Marie Pelan
January 22, 2024
Barbara Marie Pelan, 86, of Rockford, IL, passed away on Monday, January 22, 2024.
She was born on August 9, 1937, in Springfield, IL, to the late John and Elizabeth “Elsie” Stankitis.
Barb graduated from Ursaline Academy. She earned her associate’s degree from Springfield Junior College and her Bachelor of Science degree from Southern Illinois University at Edwardsville. Barb was employed by...
Daniel W. Metzler
January 22, 2024
Daniel Wade Metzler, age 61, passed away at home on Monday, January 22, 2024, after a long illness.
Dan was born in Palatine, IL, on June 13, 1962, the son of David Metzler and Susan Sigwart. After graduating, he went on to earn his bachelor’s degree in wildlife game bird management from Southern Illinois University, Carbondale. Dan worked in the receiving...
James C. Wicklund
January 22, 2024
James “Jim” C. Wicklund, of Rockford, Illinois passed away on Monday, January 22, 2024, at the age of 78. Born on February 28, 1945, to Elmer and Lillian Wicklund. Jim graduated from East High School and University of Illinois College of Pharmacy (1969) in Chicago. He worked at Swedish American Hospital as a Clinical Pharmacist and Singer Mental Health Center...
Alicia J. Goral
January 22, 2024
Alicia J. Goral, 71, of Rockford, passed away peacefully on January 22, 2024, after a 9 month battle with cancer. She was born on November 6, 1952, in Rockford, the daughter of Roy and Lillyan Goral. Alicia earned her Masters Degree in Nursing from University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee. She loved the opportunity to teach nursing classes at RVC. She enjoyed...
David Jay Merten
January 22, 2024
David Jay Merten, 74, Rockford, passed away on Monday, January 22, 2024. He was born on November 8, 1949, in Milwaukee, WI, the son of Robert and Mary Ann (Petersen) Merten. David married his loving wife, Sandra Huffstutter on August 9, 1981, in Palos Park. David enlisted in the Marine Corps immediately after graduating from high school, serving from 1968...
Carlito Alonzo De Vera
January 21, 2024
Carlito A. De Vera, 64 of Rockford, IL, died in Santa Maria, Bulacan, Philippines, on Sunday, January 21st, 2024.
He was born in Santa Maria, Bulacan in 1959 to Roberto Sr. and Leticia De Vera. Known more commonly by his nickname Lito, he attended Sacred Heart Academy before earning his Associate Degree in Marine Engineering at PMI College. He went on...
Ward W. Miller
January 21, 2024
Ward W. Miller, of Rockford, died on January 21, 2024, age 86. Beloved husband of the late Virginia, née Siberell, who predeceased him January 7, 2021. He was a long-time resident of Park Ridge and graduated with a mechanical engineering degree from Purdue University. After serving on active duty in the United States Naval Reserve, including aboard the USS Midway,...
Christine I. Bruce
January 19, 2024
Christine I. Bruce, 91, passed away on January 19, 2024. Born in Ward, West Virginia on January 23, 1932, daughter to Cebert and Laura (Asbury) McCormick. She graduated from East Bank High School in West Virginia and attended Charleston Business College. She wed William T. Bruce in 1949. Christine moved to Rockford at the beginning of her working career and...
Antoinette "Toni" Baran
January 19, 2024
Antoinette “Toni” Baran, 94, Rockford, passed away on Friday, January 19, 2024. Beloved wife of the late Joseph Baran. Loving mother of Mary (Jose) Alvarado, Joseph Baran and William (Kristy) Baran; cherished grandmother of Alejandro Alvarado, Derek (Rhi) Letsinger and Daniel (Lauren) Letsinger; sister of Victor Trentadue. She was a stay-at-home mom and volunteer at OSF St. Anthony Medical Center...
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