Obituaries

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Local obituaries for the Rockford, IL area

Mary Ellen Aleshire

Mary Ellen Aleshire

February 25, 2015

Joined her Husband Richard (Dick) Norman Aleshire, Sr. in eternity on February 25, 2015. Mary was born on April 6, 1932 in the small town of Nova, Ohio; daughter of Louisa and Rufus Fishpaw. She had fond memories of growing up on a farm outside of Nova. She attended Ashland College, before falling in love with Dick, marrying him, and...

Jim  J.  Toms

Jim J. Toms

February 24, 2015

James J. “Jim” Toms, 81, of Rockford, died on Tuesday, February 24, 2015, in his home. He was born in Kaukauna, WI, on February 17, 1934; son of Jewel and Laura Toms. Jim married his wife Joyce on June 9, 1961, in Wausau, WI. He served his country in the U.S. Navy, as a Seabee; serving in both Bermuda and...

Nikolai William Lidster

Nikolai William Lidster

February 24, 2015

On Tuesday February 24th 2015, Nikolai William Lidster was born at 8:42 pm and taken by God at 9:12 pm, that same night. He was 1 lb 1 oz and 11 in long. He is the son of Brandon and Kayla Lidster, and is the baby brother of Jayden Lidster. He leaves behind many loving family members who will miss...

Alfred Michael Vollmer

Alfred Michael Vollmer

February 23, 2015

Alfred Michael Vollmer left this life on February 23, 2015, to be forever with the Lord. Born in Rockford, IL. Sept 8, 1938 to Carl and Betty Vollmer. Lived all his life in Rockford, graduating from St. Thomas High School in 1957.Served in the US Navy aboard the Aircraft Carrier USS Forrestal. On Nov. 17,1962 he married Frances Sager, who...

Reed R Hackenmiller

Reed R Hackenmiller

February 23, 2015

Reed R. Hackenmiller, 71, of Rockford, died February 23, 2015 in Clearwater, FL from lung cancer. He was born on June 3, 1943 to Ray and Angela (Blaser) Hackenmiller in Austin, MN. He graduated from Pacelli High School in Austin, MN and St. Mary's College in Winona, MN, then he moved to Rockford, IL. He worked at Gunite Foundry (now...

Barbara A.  Eckert

Barbara A. Eckert

February 22, 2015

Barbara Eckert departed this earthly life on February 22, 2015. She was born February 16, 1928, in Rockford, the daughter of Irving and Romona Mead. She graduated from West High School in 1946. She married Ralph Eckert in May of 1948; he passed in 1985. She worked for State Farm Insurance from 1980 until she retired in 2003. She loved...

Thomas E.  Tisdale, Jr.

Thomas E. Tisdale, Jr.

February 20, 2015

Thomas “Tommy” Edward Tisdale, Jr., 49, of Rockford died Friday, Feb. 20, 2015 after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born on Feb. 6, 1966 in Chicago the son of Thomas E. and Mary (Szarowicz) Tisdale, Sr. Tommy was a mechanic by trade and a free spirit by choice. He was a member of the AMC Club (American Muscle...

Robert E.  Klein

Robert E. Klein

February 20, 2015

ROBERT E. KLEIN, 76 ROCKFORD - Robert E. Klein, 76 of Rockford passed away Friday, February 20, 2015 in OSF St. Anthony Medical Center. Born September 27, 1938 in Rockford, the son of Harold M. & Mary B. (Burke) Klein. He married Mary Kreitzman in Rockford, on May 9, 1959, Robert was employed by Motor Parts, Napa Auto, and was...

Jackie Elaine Barnett

Jackie Elaine Barnett

February 19, 2015

Jackie Elaine Barnett 80 formerly of Elgin passed away Thursday February 19, 2015 in her home surrounded by her husband Frank and daughter Deborah and her husband John. She was born December 3, 1934 in Chicago the daughter of Theodore and Mary Sue Ellis. She Married Frank D. Barnett on June 7, 1952 in Carterville, IL. Jackie worked for Motorola...

David Spicer Marth

David Spicer Marth

February 18, 2015

David Spicer Marth, 85 David Spicer Marth, 85 of Rockford, Illinois passed away after a courageous battle with Frontal Temporal Lobe Dementia, on Wednesday, February 18, 2015, at Amberwood Care Center surrounded by his loving family. Born July 22, 1929 in Rockford, the son of William & Olive (Spicer) Marth. Graduate of West High School, class of 1947 and Iowa...

Virginia Mannone

Virginia Mannone

February 17, 2015

Virginia Mannone, 92, Rockford, passed away Tuesday, February 17, 2015, at East Bank Center in Loves Park. She was born April 14, 1922, in Rockford, the daughter of Anthony and Leonarda (Scarpetta) Pipitone. Virginia married Joseph Mannone in Rockford on April 6, 1940. He passed away in 1988. She worked for Nelson Knitting and then worked at Lillian’s Clothing Store...

Gail M. Huene Schryer

Gail M. Huene Schryer

February 16, 2015

Beloved Daughter and Sister Gail Marie Huene Schryer, 58, of Rockford passed away on Monday, February 16, 2015, peacefully in her home surrounded by her loving family after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born May 26, 1956 in Rockford, the daughter of Ernest H. and Delores E. (Schuring) Huene. She was a very intelligent, kind, caring and compassionate...

Lisa  Joan Lindstrom

Lisa Joan Lindstrom

February 15, 2015

Lisa Joan Lindstrom, 53, of Rockford died February, 15, 2015 at Exceptional Care Center in Sterling. Born on August 20, 1961 the daughter of Ronald E. and Susan L. (Swenson) Lindstrom. Survived by her mother, Susan; sister, Kathy; brothers, Steve and Mike Lindstrom and uncles, Gerald Lindstrom. Preceded in death by her father, Ronald and uncles Robert and Larry Lindstrom....

Mary  Anne Bonavia

Mary Anne Bonavia

February 13, 2015

“Devoted Mother” Mary Anne Bonavia, 46, of Rockford, died suddenly in her home, on Friday, February 13, 2015. She was born in Rockford, on July 1, 1968; daughter of Michael and Mary (Notari) Bonavia. Mary was a gifted pianist and often wrote her own music. She was chosen by the State of Illinois Board of Education as a Young Author,...

Jon C.  Blaha

Jon C. Blaha

February 11, 2015

Jon C. Blaha, 59, of Rockford, died on Wednesday, February 11, 2015 in his home, with his loving wife Candace, and his best friend Jeff Starr, by his side. He was born on December 22, 1955, son of Richard and Eleanor (Johnson) Blaha. Jon married his wife, in Chicago, IL, on September 7, 1990. He was a graduate of Guilford...

Michael J. Sassali

Michael J. Sassali

February 11, 2015

Michael J. Sassali, 74, of Rockford passed away Tuesday, February 10, 2015 at Swedish American Hospital. Born January 13, 1941, in Rockford, the son of Samuel and Lilias (Nicol) Sassali. He was a proud veteran serving in the Army Reserves. Michael worked most of his life for American Bank, which became Amcore Bank. He was able to enjoy several years...

Bernard E. Rammon

Bernard E. Rammon

February 11, 2015

Bernard E. “Bud” Rammon, 90, Rockford, passed away Wednesday, February 11, 2015 at Emeritus Senior Living. He was born April 27, 1924, in Chicago; the son of Bernard and Mary Rammon. Bud was a WW II veteran serving in the Army and was awarded the Silver Star. He married Josephine LaPlaca. She passed away in September 1995. Bud worked at...

Thomas E. Vola

Thomas E. Vola

February 10, 2015

Thomas E. Vola, 79, of Rockford passed away Tuesday, February 10, 2015 in his home. Born April 7, 1935, in Rockford, the son of John and Effie (Swenson) Vola. He was a veteran serving in the United States Navy serving on the USS Merrimack. Tom married Lillian Zweep on September 15, 1962 at St. James Catholic Church in Rockford. He...

Gregory  Lindmark

Gregory Lindmark

February 9, 2015

Please note: ALL condolences must be approved by the Funeral Home before they are placed on the wall. Thank you for your understanding. Gregory Lindmark, 53, of Loves Park, died Monday, February 9, 2015 in his home. He was born August 3, 1961 in Rockford the son of Gerald D. and Elissa J. (Zacharia) Lindmark. Graduate of Guilford High School...

Ben J. Unangst

Ben J. Unangst

February 7, 2015

Ben J. Unangst, 89, of Rockford, died February 7, 2015 at OSF St. Anthony Medical Center. He was born March 1, 1925 in Polo, IL the son of Ben H. and Hazel (Wisner) Unangst. Served in the United States Army during WWII in North Africa and Italy as a medic. He married his loving wife, Jeannette Hetzel March 29, 1952....