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Lynne Erickson
November 5, 2017
Lynne Erickson, 69, Rockford, passed away Sunday, November 5, 2017, at Alden Debes Rehab and Healthcare Center. She was born June 4, 1948, in Rockford, the daughter of Lee and Jeannine (Weiza) Pizzuto. Lynne worked as an assistant librarian at the Rockford School of Medicine and she also gave piano lessons in her home. She is a former member of...
Dennis J. Carroll
November 5, 2017
Dennis J. Carroll, 72, of Rockford, passed away at St. Anne’s Care Center on Sunday, November 5, 2017. The son of Elmer & Eva (Theis) Carroll, born June 1, 1945 in Elmoville, IL. Graduated from Stockton High School, class of 1963. He earned his B.A. from Loras and his Master of Science in Electrical Engineering from University of Illinois. He...
Officer Jaimie Cox
November 5, 2017
Jaimie Cox, 30, of South Beloit died in the line of duty serving his community as a Rockford Police Officer on Sunday, November 5, 2017. He was born on August 4, 1987 in Rockford, the son of James and Terry (Kruckenburg) Cox. He graduated from Hononegah High School and Northern Illinois University. Jaimie proudly served in the United States National...
Dennis Carl Grottke
November 3, 2017
Dennis C. Grottke, 62, of Rockford passed away surrounded by his family on Friday, November 3, 2017. He was born on January 25, 1955 in Rockford, the son of William and Marguerite (Belau) Grottke. He was a machinist for Rockford Products for many years. He married the love of his life, Janet Baxter, on August 16, 1974 at Silver Hill...
Peyton June Hurley
November 3, 2017
Peyton June Hurley, infant, became our angel on November 3, 2017. She is the daughter of Lindsey Hurley, born on September 26, 2017 in Rockford. Peyton will always be our little fighter. She is survived by her mom; dad, Josh (Faith) Breuer; aunt, Nicole McLean; and grandma, Ila Vanhauen. A memorial service will be scheduled for a later date.
Ralph "Al" Johnson
November 3, 2017
Ralph “Al” Johnson, 71, of Rockford passed away Friday, November 3, 2017, with his family by his side. He was born October 5, 1946 in Ashland, WI, the son of Ralph and Betty (Olson) Johnson. He graduated from Harlem High School in 1964 and later from Rock Valley College. He enlisted in the United States Air Force in 1965 through...
Patricia "Patti" Ann Reed
November 2, 2017
Patricia “Patti” Ann Reed, 84, died peacefully in her home on Thursday, November 2, 2017. She met and married Donald Lee Reed in 1957. Patti was truly a social butterfly who loved parties, bridge, time spent in Florida and spending time with friends and family. She celebrated life with her children, nieces and nephews, grandchildren and great-grandchildren, especially loving Halloween...
Francisco "Frank" J. Serrano
November 1, 2017
Francisco “Frank” J. Serrano, 62, of Rockford passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Wednesday, November 1, 2017. He was born on August 6, 1955 in the city of Veracruz, Verazcruz, Mexico. For many years he worked as an aircraft mechanic. He enjoyed photography, especially of cars and nature. He is survived by his parents, Antonio and Micaela (Robles)...
Jeffrey Andrew Gustafson
October 31, 2017
Jeffrey A. Gustafson left us too soon on Tuesday, October 31, 2017. He was an amazing son, brother, uncle and friend. Jeff was born on December 30, 1980 in Havre, Montana; to his parents, Gayle (Herochik) Gustafson and Roger Gustafson, Sr. After graduating in 1999 from Guilford High School, he went on to graduate Cum Laude from Illinois State University...
Jeremy E. Wilson
October 31, 2017
Jeremy E. Wilson, 27, Rockford, passed away Tuesday, October 31, 2017, at SwedishAmerican Hospital. He was born March 15, 1990, in Hoffman Estates, the son of Jeffrey and Heidi (Schlosser) Wilson. Jeremy was a 2009 graduate of Jefferson High School. He enjoyed playing video games and sharing information to donor families and transplant recipients on facebook. Jeremy was an avid...
Emily Palmer
October 30, 2017
Emily Palmer, 81 of Rockford, IL and Ft. Myers, FL passed away Monday October 30, 2017, at Swedish American Hospital. She was born in Decatur, IL on December 8, 1935; the daughter of Lolita (Lindsay) and Joseph W. Harper. She married Kenneth D. Palmer, an attorney, on July 2, 1960 in Chicago, IL. She worked in the advertising business there...
Melissa K. Spades-Fildes
October 30, 2017
Melissa K. Spades-Fildes, 48, of Loves Park, passed away on Monday, October 30, 2017; with her family at her side. She was born on March 11, 1969 in Rockford to Richard and Shirley Spades. Melissa had a lifelong struggle with diabetes from the age of 18 months old before she went to be with the Lord. She was married to...
Cheryl Ann Zwanzig
October 30, 2017
Cheryl Ann Zwanzig, 61, of Rockford passed away surrounded by her family at OSF St. Anthony Medical Center. She was born on August 7, 1956 in Marquette, MI, the daughter of Warren and Lorraine (Nelson) Contois. She worked for the Rockford Housing Authority as a Case Manager. Cheryl was a devoted member of Gloria Dei Lutheran Church where she served...
Bernard "Bernie" E. Heffernan
October 29, 2017
Bernard Eugene Heffernan, 90, of Rockford, Illinois passed away October 29, 2017. Bernie was born on August 6, 1927, in Milbank, S.D., the son of John and Joan (Stapleton) Heffernan. He grew up in Marvin, S.D., and graduated from South Dakota State University. He worked for the FDA as a dairy plant inspector and as a manager for Pet Milk...
Rev. Donald J. Lund
October 29, 2017
Reverend Donald J. Lund, 74, of Davis, died October 29, 2017 at Wood’s Crossing in Brodhead, WI. Father Lund was born on September 21, 1943, in Chicago, IL, to Henry & Mildred (Horman) Lund. Graduated from St. Mary's Seminary and University then entered the Chicago Diocese which he served for many years. Survivors include brothers John (Nancy), Dr. Robert (Joan),...
Marvin W. Anderson
October 27, 2017
Marvin W. Anderson 88, of Winnebago, passed away on Friday, October 27, 2017. He was born in Rockford on July 23, 1929; son of Marvin J. and Edith M. (Lundgren) Anderson. He was a 1947 graduate of Harlem High School. Marvin married his loving wife Marie (Ritter) Anderson in 1993 on St. Thomas Island in the Caribbean. He worked as...
Nancy "Ninny" Froelich
October 27, 2017
Nancy Froelich, 68, of Rockford passed away on Friday, October 27, 2017. She was born on February 5, 1949 in Rockford, the daughter of George “Scoop” and Lucy (Carlson) Slafkosky. She attended Muldoon High School and graduated in 1967. She married the love of her life, Harold “Hal” Froelich in 1983 in Carson City, NV. She was the manager of...
Rosemary M Estes
October 25, 2017
Rosemary M. Estes, 92, of Rockford, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 25, 2017; with her family at her side. She was born in Shullsburg, WI on October 23, 1925; daughter of, Evan and Christine (Menke) Christian. She married her loving husband, James Estes in Rockford on March 14, 1944. Rosemary worked for Didier Greenhouses, volunteered her time at Rockford...
Constance "Connie" A. Pearson
October 24, 2017
Connie A. Pearson, 63 of Loves Park, IL formerly of Cortland IL passed away at home on Tuesday evening October 24, 2017 surrounded by her family. She fought a courageous three year battle with breast cancer. She was born June 28, 1954 in Tuscola IL. As a single parent she worked hard at Walmart in Dekalb, IL for 25 years...
Kyndra Kay Storey
October 24, 2017
Kyndra Kay Storey joined the heavenly angels shortly after birth on October 24, 2017 in her mother’s loving arms. Although her life was short, she touched many hearts. “Fly high, baby girl.” You will never be forgotten. She will always be loved by all people who met her. A special thank you to Stephanie from The Haven Network. She is...
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