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James "Jim" E. Nijoka, Dds
December 21, 2019
James “Jim” E. Nijoka, DDS, 69, of Rockford, passed away Saturday, December 21, 2019, at OSF St. Anthony Medical Center. Jim was born September 24, 1950, the son of Edward and Marion (Ream) Nijoka. Jim graduated from Rockford East High School, class of 1968. He went on to attend Carroll College in Waukesha, WI and then received his degree in...
Sureshkumar J. Patel
December 21, 2019
Sureshbhai Jamanadas Patel passed away peacefully at his home on December 21, 2019. He was surrounded by his loved ones as he made his transition. He was born and raised in Chakalasi, Gujarat, India on July 4th 1950 to Jamanadas and Savitaben Patel. He is survived by his wife Pramilaben, his son Rupen and daughter-in-law Preeti, his son Samir and...
Robert "Bob" J. Gustafson
December 20, 2019
Robert "Bob" Gustafson, 71, passed away December 20, 2019 in Rockford Illinois. Born in Rockford on August 25, 1948 he was the son of Harry and Mary (Galocy) Gustafson. He married the love of his life, Ruth Grujich on July 29, 1978 in Indiana and were married for 41 years. He got a degree in pharmacy and worked in Rockford...
Helen Layng
December 20, 2019
Helen Layng passed away on December 20, 2019 at home peacefully. Helen loved her family and friends dearly and was the heart of the Layng family. She lived her life for her ten children and husband, Jack. Her beloved husband Jack Layng preceded Helen in death and she now has joined him in their eternal “enchanted cottage”. She is survived...
Ida Mae Fox
December 17, 2019
I leave nothing of more importance – “just remember my smiles.” Ida Mae Fox, 93 of Rockford died Tuesday, December 17, 2019, at home surrounded by her family. Born December 29, 1925, in Allerton IA to King and Ida Margaret (McDermott) Kint. Married Warren Paul Fox, the love of her life on Dec. 14, 1952, at Cherry Valley United Methodist...
Amanda L. Smalley
December 13, 2019
Amanda Smalley – Loving mother, daughter, sister and friend passed away on December 13, 2019 at the age of 32. Amanda is survived by her parents, David and Wendy Smalley; her children Lilith Joann age 3, Bruce Ahbell age 14; her sister, Emily White; her nephew, Tyler White; her grandparents, Gary and JoAnn Chaplin; and her cat, Little Butt. She...
Margaret M. Powell
December 13, 2019
Margaret Mary Powell, 79 Loving Wife, Mother and Grandmother ROCKFORD- Margaret Mary Powell, 79, of Rockford, IL passed away Friday, December 13, 2019. Born December 13th, 1940 in East Glamorgan, Wales to Dennis and Margaret Robinson. She married Brian H. Powell on March 14, 1959 in Birmingham England. Margaret lived 25 years in England before she and Brian moved to...
Phyllis L. Trussoni
December 11, 2019
Phyllis L. Trussoni, 82, of Rockford, IL formerly of La Crosse, WI passed away Wednesday, December 11, 2019. She was born June 16, 1937 in Oregon, IL the daughter of Conrad and Lucille (Reed) Janssen. She married James Trussoni on April 12, 1980. Phyllis will be dearly missed by those who knew and loved her. Survived by her daughter, Julie...
Kathleen Marie Ryan
December 9, 2019
Kathleen Marie Ryan passed on December 9th after a determined, faithful, hopeful, and humorous fight against pancreatic cancer. Born March 14, 1967 in New Haven, CT. Kathy was crowned into this world in the back of a police car, which was the start of a lively enthusiasm for life, laughter and fun. Moving to Rockford at six years old, Kathy...
Michael T. Sartino
December 8, 2019
Michael T. Sartino, 97, of Rockford, IL, passed away Sunday, December 8, 2019. Michael was born November 28, 1922 in Rockford, IL, son of Natale and Antonina (Bruscato) Sartino. He married Catherine Wileman on August 5, 1950 in Rockford. Michael worked as a machine operator for 30 years, retiring with Rockford Hardware. He was a longtime member of St. Anthony...
Catherine T. Wolf
December 7, 2019
Catherine Wolf, 93, of Loves Park, Illinois, passed away Saturday, December 7, 2019. Catherine was born in Osage, Iowa, on February 16, 1926, the eighth child of William and Sophia (Miller) Wolf. As a young woman, Catherine, entered into service as a nun with the Sisters of Mercy Convent in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. She used her talents studying and teaching...
Willo Dee "Granny" Brazel
December 5, 2019
Willo Dee “Granny” Brazel, 91, Rockford, passed away Thursday, December 5, 2019, at OSF St. Anthony Medical Center. She was born November 23, 1928, in Missouri, the daughter of Walter and Thelma (Edwards) Brazel. Willo worked for many Rockford area companies including Amerock, National Lock and Weyerhaeuser. She enjoyed country music especially Conway Twitty. Special thanks to Sonia. Survived by...
Michael J. Neiber
December 5, 2019
Michael J. Neiber, 54, of Rockford, passed away December 5, 2019. He was born on October 23, 1965, in Rockford, the son of Jimmy and Jacqueline (Elfverson) Neiber. Mike was a 1985 graduate of West High. He was a compassionate man with a heart of gold and will be missed by those he leaves behind, his father, Jim Neiber; brother,...
Rachel Edwards
December 4, 2019
Rachel Edwards, 89, Rockford, passed away Wednesday, December 4, 2019, in her home surrounded by her family. She was born March 13, 1930, in Friendship, TN, the daughter of Leslie and Virginia Yarbrough. She married James P. Edwards, Sr. on November 1, 1947, in Jackson, MS. He passed away in Rockford on January 7, 2000. Rachel retired from National Lock...
Gilbert T. Rutlin
December 3, 2019
Gilbert T. Rutlin, 87, of Rockford, passed away December 3, 2019 in his home. Born November 9, 1932 in Tomah, WI; son of George and Carmen (Small) Rutlin. He married Elizabeth A. Poss on August 23, 1952 in Tomah, WI. A U.S. Navy Veteran, he served his country during the Korean War. Gilbert retired from Elco Industries after 40 years...
Jeanine Elizabeth Hackert
December 2, 2019
Jeanine Elizabeth Hackert, 63, Rockford, passed away Monday, December 2, 2019, at OSF St. Anthony Medical Center. She was born on October 30, 1956, in Winfield, the daughter of Alfred R. and Eugenie M. (Bejnarowicz) Hackert. Jeanine worked in the Rockford school district as a kindergarten teacher at White Swan Grade School. She was a member of St. Rita Catholic...
Evangeline "Vina" Solis
December 2, 2019
Evangeline “Vina” Solis, 75 of Winnebago, IL passed away Monday, December 2, 2019. She was born April 27, 1944 in Uvalde, Texas the daughter of David and Anita (Balderrama) Yanez. Vina grew up in Toledo, Ohio and went to Waite High School, graduating in 1962. She married the love of her life, Simon Solis, on June 24, 1966. Vina worked...
Kevin M. Finner
December 1, 2019
Kevin M. Finner, 69, of Rockford, passed away December 1, 2019 in his home. Born May 1, 1950 in Rockford; son of Harvey and Joan (Conger) Finner. He married Mary Bright September 28, 1968 in Pecatonica. Kevin was an avid drag racer. His happy place was the racetrack. He leaves behind many friends in the racing community. His racing career...
Elsie Morris
December 1, 2019
Elsie Morris, 93, of Durand, IL, formally of Rockford, passed away December 1, 2019 at Medina Manor. Born February 27, 1926 in Walnut Ridge, AR, the daughter of Addie & Cora (Guinn) Buchanan. She married Paul G. Morris, Sr. on September 13, 1947 in Walnut Ridge, AR. Later they moved to the Rockford where she was employed as an inspector...
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