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Richard T. Degroff
February 7, 2023
Richard T. DeGroff, 59, unexpectedly passed away on February 7, 2023 in Pensacola, Florida. Born in Rockford, Illinois on February 5, 1964, son to Hugh and Linda (Freedlund) DeGroff. In 2005 he met Lori, and they wed October 12, 2018, in Destin, Florida. He was employed for over thirty years at Cintas as a Route Sales Representative. In his free...
Bernard "Bernie" S. Krowczyk, Jr.
February 7, 2023
Bernard “Bernie” S. Krowczyk, Jr. 80, of Rockford, Illinois, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 7, 2023. He was born in Rockford, Illinois on December 25, 1942, and was the son of Bernard S. and Celia (Brodeski) Krowczyk, Sr.
On January 11, 1964, Bernie married Sharon Gatto at St. Stanislaus Catholic Church in Rockford. Together they raised 3 children, Sherrie, Sandi...
William H. Johnson
February 7, 2023
William H. Johnson, 74, passed away at home surrounded by his loved ones on February 7, 2023. Even though he left this world to soon, his loving heart will be a beacon of light for his family.
Bill was born on January 22, 1949, in Madison, WI. It was there where he met the love of his life, Marilyn (Bender) Johnson....
John Paul Killion
February 6, 2023
John Paul Killion, 81, of Rockford, passed away on February 6, 2023. He was born on February 22, 1941, in Lincoln, IL, the son of William and Ruth (Mason) Killion. John served in the U.S. Army. He married Kathy Dehner on June 14, 1969, and she preceded him in death in 1989. John earned his undergraduate degree from Southern Illinois...
Orpha M. Savala
February 6, 2023
Orpha Savala (Dull) of Rockford, passed away on Monday, February 6, 2023, from a short illness with cancer.
She was born April 28, 1932, the daughter of Forest and Grace Dull. She married the love of her life Dominic Savala, on September 2, 1951, in St. Patrick Church, Rockford. Orpha was an avid gardener, volunteer and had a love for creating...
Diane (Snodgrass) Conklin
February 6, 2023
Diane (Snodgrass) Conklin, 80, Rockford, passed away peacefully Monday, February 6, 2023, at Lincolnshire Place surrounded by family and friends. She was born September 24, 1942, in Geneseo, the daughter of Clinton and Blanche (Pryce) Snodgrass. Diane was graduate of Geneseo High School, class of 1960. She received her undergraduate degree from the University of Illinois and her master’s degree...
Mary Ellen Lofgren
February 5, 2023
Mary Ellen Lofgren, 71, of Rockford, passed away on February 5, 2023 at Loyola University Hospital. She was born on September 4, 1951 in Rockford, the daughter of Henning and Rosemary (Thomas) Lofgren. She worked at Schnuck’s in the deli department for many years. Mary was a member of Westminster Church and a supporter of the Salvation Army Church. She...
Aphayvanh "Tony" Sonethavilay
February 5, 2023
Aphayvanh “Tony” Sonethavilay, 47, passed away in his home on Sunday, February 5, 2023. Born in Saphay, Laos, son to Singthong and Manikhone Sonethavilay. As a child, Tony came to the United States with his family. He enjoyed spending his time in his home, most notably around all of his electronics. He was a quiet, smart, friendly, and generous man,...
Joseph "Joe" A. Loscheider
February 4, 2023
Joseph (Joe) Loscheider, 87 years old, passed away at Alden Debes Nursing Center, Rockford, Illinois on February 4, 2023. Joe was born in Joliet, Illinois on August 4, 1935. He attended St. John the Baptist Grade School and graduated from Joliet Catholic High School in 1953. Joe worked at Caterpillar Tractor Company for 39 years and retired in 1990.
He enjoyed...
James "Jim" F. Grubb
February 4, 2023
James “Jim” F. Grubb, 84, of Byron, IL passed away on Saturday, February 4, 2023, following a long battle with cancer.
He lived an incredibly active life, working into his late 60’s. Along with his wife of 64 years, they enjoyed traveling, spending time in Hawaii, Alaska and exploring the continental US. A fan and ardent supporter of the Phantom Regiment,...
Richard "Dick" K. Farson
February 2, 2023
Richard “Dick” K. Farson, 81, passed away on February 2, 2023, in Rockford, Illinois. Born in Akron, Ohio, the second of five boys to Harold and Evelyn (Dolan) Farson. Dick attended school in Marysville and Marion, Ohio and graduated from Mishawaka High School in Mishawaka, Indiana in 1959. He served in the Navy from 1959 to 1963. He worked as...
Josephine Montgomery
February 2, 2023
Josephine Montgomery, 104, of Rockford, IL passed away peacefully in her home Thursday, February 2, 2023. Josephine was born November 26, 1918, in Mexico the daughter of Calixto and Isidra (Sandoval) Mena. Josephine married the love of her life, Robert Montgomery and they had two daughters. Josephine worked 30+ years at Barber Colman. She will be deeply missed by those...
Susan Mary Blue
February 1, 2023
Susan Mary Blue, 69, passed away peacefully in her home on February 1, 2023. Born in Rockford, Illinois on October 9, 1953, daughter to Perry Kessling and Judith (Hawkins) Standard. A 1971 graduate of Guilford High School she went on to work as a pharmacy technician for over twenty years at Walgreens, then went on to the OSF pharmacy at...
Dr. Francis "Frank" L. Friel
January 31, 2023
Dr. Francis “Frank” L. Friel, 89, of Rockford, died peacefully on Tuesday, January 31, at home with family by his side. The youngest of eight children, he was born January 17, 1934, in Amboy, IL, to Edwin and Mary “Molly” (Morrissey) Friel. He was a beloved chiropractor for 47 years, caring for patients at the former Friel Chiropractic Clinic, 2606...
Theresa Joan Ingrassia
January 31, 2023
Theresa Joan Ingrassia, 93, died on January 31, 2023 at Alpine Fireside Health Center with her loving nephew Dr. Ted Ingrassia III at her side.
Theresa was born in St. Anthony Hospital, Rockford, on October 20, 1929 to Marie (Ginestra) and Theodore S. Ingrassia. She attended St. Elizabeth Social Center and Barbour School, Rockford, St. Coletta, Jefferson, Wis. and Barbara Olson...
Rhonda K. Coates
January 31, 2023
Rhonda K. Coates, 62, of Rockford, IL died on January 31, 2023, at her home. She was born on December 21, 1960, in Belvidere, IL, the daughter of Donald and Dorothy (Schwartz) Walraven.
Rhonda was a very loving and caring person. She liked to make floral arrangements in her spare time. Rhonda was a 13-year employee at the Chrysler assembly Plant...
Bernice M. Kuehl
January 31, 2023
Bernice M. Kuehl, 87, passed away in Rockford, Illinois on January 31, 2023. Born in Ossineke, Michigan on August 31, 1935 daughter to Joseph and May (Byers) Labell. A 1954 graduate of Alpena High, Bernice enjoyed spending time with her siblings on their bowling and softball teams. She went on to marry Donald Kuehl July 21, 1956 in Ossineke, Michigan....
Steven "Steve" J. Severing
January 30, 2023
Steven “Steve” J. Severing, 71, Machesney Park, passed away on Monday, January 30, 2023, at SwedishAmerican Hospital. He was born February 19, 1951, in Rockford, the son of Charles and Mary Ellen (Johnson) Severing. Steve was raised attending Beth Eden United Methodist Church with his family. He attended Milton College, where he became an avid hockey player, and later went...
Wayne D. Hilden
January 30, 2023
Wayne Dennis Hilden was born on August 15, 1940, in Rockford, Illinois, the second son of Rodger and Palma Thompson Hilden. Wayne transitioned from his temporary home in Rockford to his permanent home with Jesus in heaven on January 30, 2023, at the age of 82 years, 5 months, and 16 days. His life was marked by the reality of...
Roberta "Jeanne" Gander
January 29, 2023
Roberta "Jeanne" Gander, passed away at the age of 85 on Sunday, January 29, 2023.
Jeanne was born on March 21, 1937. Her parents, Russell Bailey and Geneva Bailey Hartman raised her and her 4 brothers and 1 sister in Cambridge, WI where she was proud to be a part of the Cambridge High School Cheerleading squad. She went on to...
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