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G. Ellen Meyer
September 7, 2023
G. Ellen Meyer, 98, passed away on September 7, 2023. She was born on June 16, 1925, in Rockford, Illinois daughter to Theodore and Gladys (Jones) Roland. On September 28, 1947, she married the love of her life, Eugene S. Meyer and they shared 57 years of marriage before his passing in September of 2004. Ellen worked for over 30...
Elizabeth Ann Sandman
September 6, 2023
In Loving Memory of Elizabeth Ann Sandman
March 5, 1979 – September 6, 2023
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Elizabeth Ann (Peskowits) Sandman, a beloved mother of four children, loving wife to Joshua Sandman, and cherished daughter of Hans and Clare Peskowits. Elizabeth peacefully departed this world in her sleep, aged 44, leaving a void in...
Dorothy I. Hogan
September 6, 2023
Dorothy I. Hogan, 97, Machesney Park, died peacefully on Wednesday, September 6, 2023 in her home at TLC Living Community. Born January 8, 1926 in Kingston, Illinois daughter of William J. and Bessie G. Pfister. Graduated from Capron High School and married Gerald Hogan in Capron on April 12, 1952. Dorothy was a loving and adoring mother, grandmother and great-grandmother....
Bob Radford
September 5, 2023
Bob Radford, 81, Rockford passed away Tuesday, September 5, 2023, in his home. He was born May 2, 1942, in Council Bluffs, IA, the son of Lloyd and Arlene (Bacon) Radford. He is survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Linda; his daughter, Carol Squillante; his granddaughter, Victoria (Tyler) DeWilligen and their daughter, Piper; his grandson, Andrew (Nichole Adams)...
Barbara L. Dilley
September 5, 2023
Barbara Lynn Dilley, 78, passed away on September 5, 2023, in her hometown of Rockford, Illinois. Born on August 12, 1945, she was raised by Louise and Bill Anderson. A 1963 graduate of West High School, Barb went on to teach preschool at St. Paul Lutheran Church for 4 years before spending the rest of her working career as a...
Hayden Patrick Casper
September 3, 2023
Hayden Patrick Casper passed peacefully in the arms of his parents on September 3, 2023. He was born on May 17, 2023 in Rockford, Illinois.
Hayden was a strong little fighter during his 110 days of life as he faced many difficult medical challenges. He was surrounded by the love of his parents, Sven and Brittany (Spindler) Casper and his proud...
Joan W. Schwanke
September 3, 2023
Joan W. Schwanke, 91, Rockford, passed away on Sunday, September 3, 2023, in her home. She was born October 18, 1931, in Rockford, the daughter of Hollis and Bernice (Glasford) Livingston Patterson. Joan married Wayne Schwanke on September 3, 1949, and he passed away in 1980. She then married Donald Johnson in December of 1982 and he passed away in...
Lorayne "Lori" E. Rader
September 2, 2023
Lorayne (“Lori”) E. Rader, 67, of Rockford passed away peacefully, with her children at her side, after a brief and sudden illness. Her family and many friends are heartbroken.
The words most often used to describe Lori by those who know her best are: loving, compassionate, loyal, and beautiful. She was a fierce advocate for her family and reflexively put their...
Arlene O. Howarth
September 2, 2023
Arlene Odessa Howarth, 100 of Mendota, IL, passed away on September 2, 2023, at Wesley Willows in Rockford, IL, with her nieces and sister at her side.
Arlene was born on October 15, 1922, to George and Marie Arvilla (Sluiter) Wessels in Freeport, IL.
Arlene was a woman of great determination and possessed a strong will even as a child. Everything she...
Robert "Bob" J. Moscinski
September 1, 2023
On Friday, September 1, 2023 Robert (Bob) J Moscinski, 83, passed away. Born June 23, 1940 to Bernard and Ludmilla (Konopa) Moscinski in Arpin, WI. Bob grew up in Rockford, Il and graduated from St. Thomas. Bob married Jaclyn Cragin in 1969 and was a member of White Eagle’s Club in Southwest Rockford. Bob worked at several companies in the...
Jordan Q. Bray
August 31, 2023
Jordan Q. Bray, 31, passed away unexpectedly Thursday, August 31, 2023 in Rockford, Illinois. He was born on September 10, 1991, the youngest son to Mark and Deborah (Iverson) Bray, growing up in Machesney Park. He attended the Parker Early Education Center the first year that it opened, and continued through the Harlem School district going on to graduate. More...
Kenneth L. Alfrey
August 31, 2023
Kenneth L. Alfrey, 73, started on his next and greatest adventure after his passing on August 31, 2023. He was born in Rockford, Illinois on September 24, 1949, son to Jay Oliver and Elsie (Johnson) Alfrey. A 1967 graduate of Guilford High School, Ken went on to join the U.S. Army in 1970 during the Vietnam War. Five months later,...
Carroll L. Dahl
August 30, 2023
Carroll L. Dahl, 88, of Winnebago, IL, passed away on Wednesday, August 30, 2023, at home with his family and loved ones.
Caroll was born on February 1, 1935, in Gale, Wisconsin. The son of Erwin and Myrtle (Olson) Dahl. He married Darlene M. Ellingson on June 8, 1957, in Northfield, Wisconsin. They went on to have three children. Carroll...
Robert "Bob" Forest Masters
August 29, 2023
Robert “Bob” Forest Masters, 83, of Rockford, passed away on August 29, 2023. He was born on August 7, 1940, in Buffalo, Missouri, the son of Roy and Bessie (Kirk) Masters. He was employed as a truck driver and served in the U.S. Navy. He married Sandra Larson on June 9, 1962, in Robinson, Illinois.
Bob loved his family, joking with...
Michael J. Howley
August 29, 2023
Michael Joseph Howley passed peacefully after a long illness on August 29, 2023.
Michael was born near Mullingar, Ireland on August 1, 1959. After starting life in one of Ireland’s now notorious mother and baby homes, Michael had the extraordinary good fortune to be adopted by his loving parents, George and Mary (Lynch) Howley, Irish ex-pats who brought him to be...
Christopher M. Brown
August 29, 2023
Christopher Michael Brown, 50, of the Chicago area, passed away on Tuesday, August 29. He was born on Sunday, July 29, 1973 in Columbia City, Indiana to Gary and Ann Brown, who now live in Winnebago.
Chris graduated from Keystone High School, Knox, Pennsylvania in 1991 and from North Park University, Chicago in 1995. He loved sports and participated in high...
Earl A. Smith
August 28, 2023
Earl A. Smith, 92, Rockford, passed away on Monday, August 28, 2023, at OSF ST. Antony Medical Center. He was born May 21, 1931, in Boone County, the son of Floyd and Margaret (Jergens) Smith. He was a veteran serving in the Army. Earl married Frances L. Olson in Jefferson Prairie, WI on November 23, 1951. She passed away on...
Eileen E. Meier
August 27, 2023
Eileen E. Meier, 79, Rockford, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loved ones on Sunday, August 27, 2023, at SwedishAmerican Hospital. She was born in Rockford on August 12, 1944, the daughter of LaVerne and Margaret (Hoglund) Weyburg. Eileen graduated from Rockford East High School in 1962. She went on to attend Rock Valley College where she received a nursing...
Mildred "Millie" A. Ferguson
August 26, 2023
Mildred "Millie" A. Ferguson, 95, passed away on Saturday, August 26, 2023.
Millie was born November 28, 1927 to Robert and Alline Bambush in Columbus, Georgia. Shortly after World War Two she relocated to Rockford, Illinois to raise her family. Millie was known for her work ethic, many times working two jobs to provide for her family. She worked for...
Judith "Judy" A. Jones
August 25, 2023
Judith “Judy” A. Jones, 81, of Rockford, passed away on August 25, 2023. She was born on December 23, 1941, in Chicago, the daughter of Harry and Grace (Klemmendson) Patterson. Judy graduated from West High School, class of 1959. She worked in food service at Rockford Memorial Hospital.
She enjoyed gardening, traveling, and spending time with her family. Judy was known...
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