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David E. Nelson
Jan 23, 2024
After a lifetime of commitment to his family and faith, David Nelson peacefully transitioned from his earthly bonds and failing health to his heavenly reward on January 23, 2024.
David was born on December 24, 1936 and spent his early years dairy farming with his father, grandfather and extended family at the landmark “Round Barn” that once stood along River Road,...
Carter Harms Mcgowan
Jan 22, 2024
Carter Harms McGowan
June 15, 2001 – January 22, 2024
Carter Harms McGowan, 22, died January 22, 2024, in his lifelong hometown of Rockford. He was born June 15, 2001, to parents, Mark and Christy (Harms) McGowan.
He was a 2019 graduate of Rockford East High School and earned his Associate in Science degree from Rock Valley College in 2022.
A quiet, gentle, caring,...
Barbara Marie Pelan
Jan 22, 2024
Barbara Marie Pelan, 86, of Rockford, IL, passed away on Monday, January 22, 2024.
She was born on August 9, 1937, in Springfield, IL, to the late John and Elizabeth “Elsie” Stankitis.
Barb graduated from Ursaline Academy. She earned her associate’s degree from Springfield Junior College and her Bachelor of Science degree from Southern Illinois University at Edwardsville. Barb was employed by...
Daniel W. Metzler
Jan 22, 2024
Daniel Wade Metzler, age 61, passed away at home on Monday, January 22, 2024, after a long illness.
Dan was born in Palatine, IL, on June 13, 1962, the son of David Metzler and Susan Sigwart. After graduating, he went on to earn his bachelor’s degree in wildlife game bird management from Southern Illinois University, Carbondale. Dan worked in the receiving...
James C. Wicklund
Jan 22, 2024
James “Jim” C. Wicklund, of Rockford, Illinois passed away on Monday, January 22, 2024, at the age of 78. Born on February 28, 1945, to Elmer and Lillian Wicklund. Jim graduated from East High School and University of Illinois College of Pharmacy (1969) in Chicago. He worked at Swedish American Hospital as a Clinical Pharmacist and Singer Mental Health Center...
Alicia J. Goral
Jan 22, 2024
Alicia J. Goral, 71, of Rockford, passed away peacefully on January 22, 2024, after a 9 month battle with cancer. She was born on November 6, 1952, in Rockford, the daughter of Roy and Lillyan Goral. Alicia earned her Masters Degree in Nursing from University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee. She loved the opportunity to teach nursing classes at RVC. She enjoyed...
David Jay Merten
Jan 22, 2024
David Jay Merten, 74, Rockford, passed away on Monday, January 22, 2024. He was born on November 8, 1949, in Milwaukee, WI, the son of Robert and Mary Ann (Petersen) Merten. David married his loving wife, Sandra Huffstutter on August 9, 1981, in Palos Park. David enlisted in the Marine Corps immediately after graduating from high school, serving from 1968...
Carlito Alonzo De Vera
Jan 21, 2024
Carlito A. De Vera, 64 of Rockford, IL, died in Santa Maria, Bulacan, Philippines, on Sunday, January 21st, 2024.
He was born in Santa Maria, Bulacan in 1959 to Roberto Sr. and Leticia De Vera. Known more commonly by his nickname Lito, he attended Sacred Heart Academy before earning his Associate Degree in Marine Engineering at PMI College. He went on...
Ward W. Miller
Jan 21, 2024
Ward W. Miller, of Rockford, died on January 21, 2024, age 86. Beloved husband of the late Virginia, née Siberell, who predeceased him January 7, 2021. He was a long-time resident of Park Ridge and graduated with a mechanical engineering degree from Purdue University. After serving on active duty in the United States Naval Reserve, including aboard the USS Midway,...
Christine I. Bruce
Jan 19, 2024
Christine I. Bruce, 91, passed away on January 19, 2024. Born in Ward, West Virginia on January 23, 1932, daughter to Cebert and Laura (Asbury) McCormick. She graduated from East Bank High School in West Virginia and attended Charleston Business College. She wed William T. Bruce in 1949. Christine moved to Rockford at the beginning of her working career and...
Antoinette "Toni" Baran
Jan 19, 2024
Antoinette “Toni” Baran, 94, Rockford, passed away on Friday, January 19, 2024. Beloved wife of the late Joseph Baran. Loving mother of Mary (Jose) Alvarado, Joseph Baran and William (Kristy) Baran; cherished grandmother of Alejandro Alvarado, Derek (Rhi) Letsinger and Daniel (Lauren) Letsinger; sister of Victor Trentadue. She was a stay-at-home mom and volunteer at OSF St. Anthony Medical Center...
Frances Flowers
Jan 17, 2024
Frances Foreman Flowers, 91, passed away on Wednesday, January 17, 2024 in Swedish American Hospital after a short illness. Frances was born on August 16, 1932 in Chidester, AR to Eugene Gulley and Lydia Lawrence. She moved to Rockford from Arkansas in the late 1950s and began working for Rockford Memorial Hospital. She obtained her CNA license and was later...
Chomphan Inthavong
Jan 16, 2024
“To the world, you are a mother, to our family, you are the world”
Chomphan Inthavong, 76, of Rockford, IL passed away on Tuesday, January 16, 2024. She is survived by her husband, Hoinhkham Inthavong; her children Khamkeo (La), Khamphon (Duane), Khamphet (widow-Tim Isaacs), Chanhsouk (Paul Youngman); her eight loving grandchildren; her brother Dy Phatsalisaeng (Hongkham) and her nieces and nephews.
A...
Ricardo "Rica" Garcia
Jan 15, 2024
Ricardo “Rica” Garcia, 39, of Rockford, IL., was reunited with our heavenly Father on Monday, January 15, 2024. He was born November 19, 1984, to Ricardo Torres Garcia and Lilia Rosales Garcia. He was a devoted father, loving husband, trustworthy son, and kindhearted brother.
He was a kind and selfless man. He enjoyed outdoor activities with his children and enjoyed coaching...
Carlos "Los" Roman Jr.
Jan 15, 2024
Carlos “Los” Roman Jr,. 46, passed away tragically on January 15, 2024, in Cicero, Illinois. Born in Rockford, Illinois on February 10, 1977, son of Carlos Roman Ramirez and Rosita Garza. Los was a loving father, dedicated son, and a loving brother. If you knew him, you would know he had a heart of gold and a genuine love of...
Ronald "Ron" Balsam
Jan 14, 2024
Ronald Balsam, a cherished member of the Rockford community, passed away at the age of 81, Rockford, on Sunday, January 14, 2024, following a courageous battle with kidney and heart disease. He was born November 20, 1942, in Rockford, the son of Chris and Venera (Vecchio) Balsam. Growing up in Rockford, Ron developed a deep love for education and later...
Arlene M. Sandager
Jan 13, 2024
Arlene M. Sandager, 89, a loving mother, grandma, wife and friend passed away on January 13th, 2024, at home surrounded by her beloved family. Born in Oregon, Illinois on August 25, 1934, daughter to George and Elizabeth (Doyle) Sigler. She went on to marry the love of her life, Harry Sandager in Messiah Lutheran Church in Rockford on July 11,...
Jerome "Jerry" Andelman
Jan 12, 2024
Jerome “Jerry” Stuart Andelman, age 86, of Rockford, IL, passed away on Friday, January 12, 2024.
Jerry was born in Chicago, IL on January 26, 1937, the son of Morris and Antoinette (Kubies) Andelman. He graduated from P.J. Jacobs High School, Stevens Point, WI, Class of 1955. Jerry worked for Camcar in Rockford for 39 years before his retirement. He married...
Michael Myles Woldman
Jan 12, 2024
Michael Myles Woldman, 49, of Rockford, passed away on Friday, January 12, 2024 at UIC Medical Center after a brief illness, surrounded by his family.
Mike was born on June 25, 1974, in Oak Park to Carl and Carol (Vohs) Woldman. He grew up in Clarendon Hills, IL and graduated from Hinsdale Central High School in 1992. He spent his time...
Vincenzo "Vince" Milone
Jan 12, 2024
Vincenzo Milone, age 87 of Rockford Il was reunited with his heavenly Father on January 12, 2024. He was born November 28, 1936 in Corleone, Sicily to Ignazio and Lucia Milone.
After emigrating to the United States at the age of 19, Vincenzo returned to Sicily to marry Caterina seven years later. Together, they travelled back to the United States to...
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