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Matthew "Matt" W. Wissmach
Sep 27, 2021
Matthew “Matt” W. Wissmach, 31, of Mt Morris, IL passed away suddenly on September 27, 2021. He was born on October 16, 1989, in Rockford, IL to Roger and Vicky (Giameluca) Wissmach. Matt graduated from Roosevelt High School in 2009. As a kid, he played baseball and basketball for Roy Gayle and Ken Rock. Matt met his soulmate and the...
Milton C. Lindquist
Sep 26, 2021
Milton Conrad Lindquist, 97, passed away in Rockford, Illinois on September 26, 2021. Born on March 12, 1924 in Rockford to Conrad and Francis (Walker) Lindquist, Milton went on to spend over 37 years at J. L. Clark as a manager in their container plant. In his younger years he spent time in WWII in the U.S. Army from 1943...
Carroll G. Hoffert
Sep 24, 2021
Carroll G. Hoffert, 92, of Rockford, passed away on Friday, September 24, 2021. Carroll was born in Dixon, IL on June 23, 1929, son of Harold and Dorace (Gibson) Hoffert. He then moved to Rockford, IL and proudly served his country in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War. Carroll loved music and played the accordion in a band...
Patrick "Pat" Mckee
Sep 24, 2021
Patrick McKee, 52, of Rockford, passed away on Friday, September 24, 2021 with family by his side at St Anthony Hospital, Rockford IL. Pat was a dedicated companion, caring son, loving father and mentor to many. Always his mom’s right hand. He never entered a room without a smile on his face. He was an avid fisherman and a true...
Nicholas "Nick" S. Jaworowski
Sep 24, 2021
Nicholas “Nick” S. Jaworowski, 28, of Rockford, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, September 24, 2021. Nick was born December 9, 1992, the son of Jeff Jaworowski and Lori Kaufman. Nick graduated from Auburn High School, class of 2011. Nick enjoyed skateboarding, video games, he was an animal lover, especially for cats, and Nick enjoyed riding his bike as a kid....
John V. Norwood
Sep 23, 2021
John V. Norwood, 79, of Loves Park, IL passed away Thursday, September 23, 2021 surrounded by his family after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born May 4, 1942 in Elmhurst, IL the son of Kenneth and Jessie (Veech) Norwood. John attended Stronghurst High School graduating in 1960. He went on to obtain his Bachelor’s in Education from Western...
Harold O. Schewe
Sep 23, 2021
Harold O. Schewe, 67, passed away peacefully on September 23, 2021, surrounded by his family. Born on February 19, 1954, in Rockford, Illinois; he was the son of Orville and Naomi (Hartwig) Schewe. Harold was a 1972 graduate of Harlem High School. He married the love of his life, Jill (Rose) Schewe, on July 26, 1975, and recently celebrated their...
Frederick "Fred" Zuroske
Sep 21, 2021
Frederick James Zuroske, Sr., 90, of Rockford. IL, passed away peacefully at home early Tuesday morning, September 21, 2021. Born in Richmond, IL on September 11, 1931, the son of George and Ida (Hahn) Zuroske. Fred married Dolores (Lawson) on February 7, 1952 in Chicago and had three sons, Paul, Patrick, and Fred. Fred graduated from Thornton Township High School...
Janet (Mcnabb) Marelli
Sep 21, 2021
Janet (McNabb) Marelli, 97, Rockford, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 21, 2021, after a short stay at PA Peterson at the Citadel. She was previously a resident at Heritage Woods of Rockford for 8 1/2 years. She was born September 10, 1924, in Eau Claire, WI, the daughter of Clarence and Noreen (Conway) McNabb. Janet grew up in Beloit,...
Joe R. Maavich
Sep 21, 2021
Joe R. Maavich, 65, of Rockford, IL, passed away on September 21, 2021. He was born on December 2, 1955 in Rockford, IL to William and Iola (Mitchell) Maavich. Joe graduated from Auburn High School in 1973 and went on to graduate from the Milwaukee School of Engineering. He worked for 30 years at Sunstrand. Joe was a volunteer Fire...
Ronald "Ron" D. Farlik
Sep 20, 2021
Ronald “Ron” D. Farlik, of Monroe Center, IL passed away Monday, September 20, 2021 at OSF St. Anthony Medical Center. Born February 17, 1968 in Rockford to Robert J. & Beverly J. (Woodford) Farlik, Ron graduated from Stillman Valley High School, class of 1986. He played football, basketball and threw the shot put and discus, qualifying for the state tournament...
Virginia Ann Stocker
Sep 20, 2021
Virginia Ann Stocker, 74, passed away Monday, September 20, 2021, in her home surrounded by her family. She was born on July 9, 1947, in Rockford, IL to Robert and Bernice Clark. Throughout her life, Ginny worked at places such as Amerock, Excelsior, Country Inn and finished her career at Kable News Company, retiring with over 25 years of service....
Hannah K. Davis
Sep 19, 2021
Hannah K. Davis, 21, of Rockford, IL, passed away on September 19, 2021. She was born on December 25, 1999 in Rockford to Scott and Nicki (Boin) Davis. Hannah was only 2 years old when she was originally diagnosed with Leukemia. She had to endure 2.5 years of Chemotherapy and at 4.5 years old they thought she had it beat....
Mark E. Zerkel
Sep 18, 2021
Mark E. Zerkel, 66, of Cherry Valley, passed away Saturday, September 18, 2021. He was born March 13, 1955, in Dayton, OH, the son of Thomas and Gwendolyn (Ponder) Zerkel. Mark, a lifelong Catholic, was a member of St. Rita Catholic Church. He married Susan Brink on August 25, 1995 in Geneva, IL and they renewed their vows on October...
Imelda A. Jimenez
Sep 18, 2021
Imelda A. Jimenez, 66, of Machesney Park, IL passed away Saturday, September 18, 2021 surrounded by family and friends. Imelda was born September 17, 1955 in the Philippines to Lorenzo and Fe (Aral) Jimenez. She grew up in the Philippines, obtained her Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy. Imelda went on to a fulfilling career as an Accounting professional and educator until...
William "Bill" L. Bowen
Sep 17, 2021
William “Bill” L. Bowen, 88, of Rockford, IL, passed away on Friday, September 17, 2021. He was born on September 15, 1933 in Dodgeville, WI to Thomas and Edna (Holland) Bowen. He was the youngest of 8 children. Bill grew up in Lancaster, WI and graduated from Lancaster High School. In 1952 he joined the US Navy and served his...
Annie C. Berry
Sep 15, 2021
Annie C. Berry, 80, went to be with the Lord on September 15, 2021 in Rockford, Illinois. Born in Mobile, Alabama on June 15, 1941 daughter to Lawrence and Lessie Mae (Cambell) Bryant. Annie devoted her life to serving the Lord, and spent her free time reading the bible and crocheting. She was a member of Mason Memorial Temple Church...
Donald Ott
Sep 15, 2021
Donald E Ott, 83 of Machesney Park, passed away peacefully in his home on Wednesday, September 15, 2021. Donald was born in Beaver Dam, WI on June 1, 1938, son of Orville and Loretta (Wegener) Ott. He was raised on a farm until he was 17. This is where he learned the importance of hard work. He proudly served his...
Donelda M. Milanos
Sep 13, 2021
Donelda M. Milanos, 63, of Rockford, IL, passed away on September 13, 2021, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on April 4, 1958, in Fort Walton Beach, FL to William and Mary (Stiles) Milanos. Donelda graduated from Auburn High School in 1976. She spent many years in the food service as a Manager or Bartender. Donelda loved working...
Rose Ann (Montana) Sandoval
Sep 13, 2021
Rose Ann (Montana) Sandoval, 89, Rockford, passed away Monday, September 13, 2021, at OSF St. Anthony Medical Center. Rose was one of 11 brothers and sisters (a large Italian family). She was born June 9, 1932, in Rockford, the daughter of Peter and Catherine (Maggio) Montana. She met the love of her life, Florencio “Sandy” Sandoval, who had made Rockford...
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