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Georgia A. Bodda
November 11, 2017
Georgia A. Bodda, 87, of Rockford, died on Saturday, November 11, 2017 at Wesley Willows, with her daughters by her side. She was born in Rockford on October 3, 1930, the daughter of George A. and Anna C. (Brown) Doty. She was a 1948 graduate of West High School. Georgia was married to Ronald F. Bodda at Grace Methodist Church...
Nicola "Nicky" May
November 11, 2017
Nicola “Nicky” May, 55, of Roscoe, passed away November 11, 2017 at Swedish American Hospital. Born June 13, 1962 in Aylesbury, England, the beloved daughter of John Gerald ‘’Gerry’’ and Sheila May. Nicky graduated from Arts Educational School near London, England. She followed her passion and became a dancer and dance instructor. Nicky was able to travel the world with...
Lori A. Drager
November 9, 2017
Lori A. Drager, 50, Rockford, passed away Thursday, November 9, 2017, at SwedishAmerican Hospital. She was born in McHenry on January 17, 1966, the daughter of Byron and Susan (Brouty) Nerge. Lori married Eric S. Drager in Rockford on September 10, 2011. She worked in retail sales and as a home healthcare provider. Survived by her husband, Eric; their 5...
Nancy A. Bell Jackson
November 9, 2017
Nancy A. Bell Jackson, 79, of Rockton passed away November 9, 2017. Born February 14, 1938, in Rockford Illinois. The daughter of John and Emelia Rinaldi. She enjoyed traveling, crafts and going out to eat with her friends and family. Survivors include her daughters Sandra (Robert) Williams, Deborah (Rick) Garrison, grandchildren Beecher (Elizabeth) Williams, Bobby (Tasha) Williams, Johnny (Michelle) Williams,...
Gregory C. Gresenz
November 9, 2017
Gregory C. Gresenz, 85, of Rockford and Winnebago (1974-2016) passed away in his home with the presence of loving family on Thursday, November 9, 2017. He was born on December 29, 1931 in Kansas City, MO, the son of Cecelia Dyer. He was raised in Wisconsin and married his love, Janet A. Kennedy on February 15, 1958 in Madison, WI....
Jim Joseph Maurer, Sr.
November 9, 2017
Jim Joseph Maurer, Sr., 73, Rockford, passed away on Thursday, November 9, 2017, in his home. He was born July 5, 1944, in Chicago, the son of Jim and Bea O’Malley. Jim married Rose Adams on October 5, 1974, in Chicago. Jim was a union carpenter for Local 13 in Chicago. He attended St. Bridget Catholic Church. He enjoyed woodworking...
Daniel P. Weller
November 8, 2017
Loving Husband, Father, Grandfather, and Brother Daniel Weller, 63, of Rockford, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, November 8, 2017. He was born in Rockford on December 22, 1953; the son of Robert and Jean (Stover) Weller, Jr. He was married to Patricia (Sabin) Weller on May 18, 1985 at Aldersgate United Methodist Church. Dan worked as a Wire EDM Operator...
Diane S. Milos
November 7, 2017
Diane S. Milos, age 77, died of natural causes on Tuesday, November 7, 2017. She was born and raised in Chicago, the daughter of Charles and Eleanore Alexander. Diane married her love and soulmate of 57 years, James Milos. She was employed by the Rockford Board of Education for 27 years. Diane is survived by her husband James and their...
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...
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