March 20, 2017

Ronald L. Gordon Sr., 75, of Cherry Valley passed away surrounded by his family on Monday, March 20, 2017 in his home. He was born on March 10, 1942 in Rockford, the son of Richard and Pearle (Collins) Gordon. He graduated from Belvidere High School. He met the love of his life, Sherry Robbins, and the two married on October...

March 19, 2017

Patricia M. (Lynde) Tietz, 90, of Rockford died Sunday, March 19, 2017 in her home. She was born October 5, 1926 in Hazel Green, WI the daughter of Joseph and Gladys (Schnorenberg) Lynde. She married the love of her life and best friend, Harold C. Tietz at St. James Catholic Church on May 3, 1945. She and Harold were partners...

March 18, 2017

Susan Michele Fairgrieve, 62 Rockford—Susan Michele Fairgrieve, 62 of Rockford died suddenly Saturday at Mercy Hospital. Born May 6, 1954 in Rockford to Merle and Mary (Schmidt) Walton. Graduated from Boylan Catholic High School in 1972, Illinois State University in 1976 with a Bachelors in Special Education and went on to St. Xavier University to receive her Masters in 1996....

March 17, 2017

Betty Beishir (Beruta Staponavich) passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on St. Patrick’s Day, March 17, 2017. She is now reunited with Don, the love of her life, who passed away January 5, 2017. Betty was born August 27, 1923 in South Rockford, Illinois. She was named after Queen Birute of Lithuania, and was very proud of her...

March 17, 2017

Rockford- Rudolph K. Wessels, 90, passed away in his home. Born March 1, 1927 in Ridott, IL, the son of George & Marie Arvilla (Sluiter) Wessels. After attending Rockford schools, Rudy served in the Navy (the Seabees) from 1945 to 1946. Upon leaving the service, Rudy started his own building and contracting firm, building many homes in the Rockford area....

March 16, 2017

James (Jim) Douglas Baker, 66, of Rockford, Illinois, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, March 16, 2017, surrounded by his family. Jim was born on July 17, 1950 in Goshen, Indiana where he grew up and graduated from Goshen High School in 1968. He earned his Bachelor’s degree, in 1975, from Purdue University. In 1972, he completed pilot...

March 15, 2017

Renée A. Griffith, 80, of Rockford IL passed away peacefully, on Wednesday, March 15, 2017 at OSF St. Anthony Hospital, with her family by her side. She was born on December 1, 1936 in Adel, IA, the daughter of Dwaine and Pearl (Glidden) Spillers. Renée met David D. Griffith Sr. in Des Moines, and the two married on August 10,...

March 14, 2017

March 13, 2017

Sydney Ann (Bursell) Fosse, 74, of Cherry Valley, died Monday March 13, 2017 surrounded by her family after a long, determined fight against multiple health issues. Daughter of Gustav Robert and Grace Evelyn Bursell, Sydney was born April 7, 1942 in Rockford, IL. She grew up with 5 siblings, Anita, Loretta, Bob, Berta, and Brian. In her younger years, she...

March 13, 2017

Robert Patrick Brannigan, age 82, died peacefully in his sleep, with his family around him, on Monday, March 13, 2017. Bob was born in Fairfield, Connecticut and graduated from Fordham University. After graduation, he became a naval officer and notably, served as a Russian interpreter during the Cuban Missile Crisis. He was honorably discharged after six years of service. On...

March 11, 2017

Richard “Dick” E. Petersen, 71, of Rockford passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 11, 2017 surrounded by his family. He was born on March 2, 1946 in Clinton, IA, the son of Edwin and Lucille (Finn) Petersen. He graduated from St. Mary’s High School in Clinton, IA, and graduated from Rock Valley College. Dick proudly served in the United States...

March 9, 2017

Richard S. Paris, 86, of Rockford passed away March 9, 2017 at Presence St Ann Center. Born November 29, 1930, in Rockford, the son of Sam and Mary (Sartino) Paris. Richard attended Marquette University and later Rockford University. Married his junior high school sweetheart, Sally J. Corey in Rockford on November 24, 1951 at Saint Anthony's Church. Richard served in...

March 9, 2017

James “Jim” Latino, 77, of Rockford, passed away on March 9, 2017. Jim was born September 10, 1939 to James and Jeanette Latino. He graduated from St. Thomas High School, Class of 1958. He married Virginia Rotello on December 17, 1966. Jim spent over 30 years in the wholesale fuel and lubricant industry, starting with Smith/Shafer Oil Company and later...

March 7, 2017

Rockford - Harold O. Durham, 89, passed away March 7, 2017 at Mercy Health Systems. Born January 29, 1928, in Rockford Illinois, the son of Walter & Katie (Lee) Durham. He was employed at Mott Bros. Co. for 46 years retiring in 1996. He served in the United States Navy from 1946 to 1948. He married Lenice Hoffman on October...

March 6, 2017

Dr. George Douglas Aschenbrenner, 85, passed away on March 6, 2017, in Rockford. Born January 24, 1932 in Dixon, Ill., he was the son of George W. and Mary Anne (Curran) Aschenbrenner. A graduate of Dixon High School, George went on to receive bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Drake University in Des Moines, Iowa, where he was a member of...

March 6, 2017

William “Bill” Viands, 73, of Rockford passed away surrounded by his family on Monday, March 6, 2017. He was born on June 1, 1943 in Pleasant Plains, IL, the son of Robert and Nora (Schaddel) Viands. He graduated from Pleasant Plains High School. He proudly served in the United States Army during Vietnam, receiving a Purple Heart for his service....

March 6, 2017

Dr. Donald F. Nelson, 87, of Rockford passed away Monday, March 6, 2017 at Anam Glen. Born July 17, 1929, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, the son of Alfred and Esther (Helwig) Nelson. Donald was a veteran serving in the United States Army. He was a graduate of the University of Minnesota, where he was a Phi Beta Kappa. Donald was a...

March 5, 2017

Donna J. Fisher, 71, of Rockford passed away Sunday, March 5, 2017. Born March 31, 1945, the daughter of Francis and Ruth (Shultz) Wilson, in Freeport. She was an LPN for many years. Survived by her son, William Gene Fisher; daughters, Nancy Ann Raxter; grandchildren, Samantha (Devin) and Brandon (Tara); great-grandchildren, Isaiah, Carmello, Chloe and Abel; brother, Robert (Darlene) Wilson;...

March 4, 2017

Michael J. Welter, 67 1949-2017 Loving Father, Papa, Brother, and Friend. Michael J. Welter, 67 of Rockford died Saturday March 4, 2017 at 4:22pm at home surrounded by his loving family and friends after a courageous battle with cancer. Born July 21, 1949 in Rockford attended Auburn high school, graduating in 1968. After graduating high school Michael entered the United...

March 4, 2017

Mary F. (Dworak) Kudzma Mary Kudzma passed away March 4, 2017, in her home surrounded by family following a courageous battle with cancer. She was born March 13, 1941 the daughter of Benjamin and Winnie Dworak. She graduated from Bishop Muldoon High School in 1959 and worked as a bank teller for several years. Mary married her best friend Charles...