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James "Jim" L. Kelso
December 23, 2021
James L. “Jim” Kelso, 70, of Rockford, passed away at home, surrounded by his family, on December 23, 2021. He was born May 21, 1951, in Rockford, the son of Wayne and Betty (Timmons) Kelso. He graduated from Boylan High School, class of 1969. Jim married Suellyn Johnson, the love of his life, on May 4, 1974 at St. Edwards...
Richard D. Brennan
December 21, 2021
Richard D. Brennan, 73, passed away in his home surrounded by his beloved family on December 21, 2021. Born in Loves Park, Illinois on January 12, 1948 son to Gaylord and Evelyn (James) Brennan. Richard unknowingly met the love of his life, Sheryl Miller, at the age of six and they wed in Rockford on November 18, 1967. In 1968...
David E. Marsili
December 19, 2021
David E. Marsili, 82, of Rockford, IL, passed away at Bickford House on December 19, 2021. He was born in Rockford, Illinois to David Peter and Jennie (Villani) Marsili. David worked for many years as a machinist for Rockford Clutch. He liked to do yardwork and home maintenance projects. David was a long distance runner who ran in many marathons...
Norma J. Lucas
December 19, 2021
Norma J. Lucas, 80 of Rockford passed away December 19, 2021 at Cherryvale Place. She was born January 20, 1941 in Rockford, Il to Merit Birgitta Hermanson and Oliver Arthur Johnson. She met the love of her life, Jack Lucas, at the local soda fountain where she was working. They married in June of 1960 and shared 60 wonderful years...
Elizabeth Ann Vanover
December 19, 2021
Elizabeth Ann VanOver, affectionately also known as “Taco Bell Liz,” 96, passed away surrounded by her family in her home in Cherry Valley on December 19, 2021. Born in Rockford, Illinois on September 10, 1925 daughter to Harry and Inez Blanch (Harvey) Ridley. Liz proudly worked for Taco Bell for over 19 years where she received the name Taco Bell...
David Michael Boge
December 18, 2021
David M. Boge, 51, of Caledonia, passed away suddenly after having a heart attack on Saturday, December 18, 2021. He was born May 16, 1970 in Belvidere to Ronald Boge and Sue Esser. He attended Jefferson High School. He then earned his associates degree from NIU. David worked hard in the restaurant industry which eventually lead to the success of...
Heidi M. Wilson
December 17, 2021
Heidi Marie Wilson, 58, of Rockford, IL passed away at home on Friday, December 17, 2021. Heidi was born in Chicago, IL on August 24, 1963, daughter of Hubert and Elfriede (Diemer) Schlosser. She married Jeffrey Wilson in Wheaton, IL on September 20, 1985. Heidi enjoyed spending her time wave running on her jet ski, attending Chicago Bears football games,...
James Hillmer
December 17, 2021
Loving Husband, Father, Papa and Great Papa, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 17th, 2021, with his loving and adoring family by his side. Born November 8, 1928 in Detroit, MI., to John and Catherine Hillmer, He married the Love of his Life, RoseMary, in 1950 and, with God’s Grace, they shared 71+ beautiful years together. Jim had a strong...
James "Jim" M. Elliott, Jr.
December 16, 2021
James “Jim” M. Elliott, Jr., 71, of Machesney Park, IL passed away Thursday, December 16, 2021. Jim was born on November 14, 1950 in Flint, MI., the son to Jeretta Sue and James M.Elliott, Sr. Jim moved to Loves Park, IL with his parents at a young age, attending Marshall elementary school, Harlem Junior High and Harlem High School, graduating...
David W. "Bill" Divan
December 16, 2021
David W. “Bill” Divan, 62, Rockford, passed away Thursday, December 16, 2021, at OSF St. Anthony Medical Center. He was born December 3, 1959, in Freeport IL, the son of Anne Pearson and David L. Divan. Bill was a graduate of Hononegah High School, class of 1978. He was a veteran of the Navy serving during the Persian Gulf War....
Jerry Stigman
December 16, 2021
Jerry Stigman, 79, of Rockford IL., passed away on Thursday, December 16, 2021, at OSF Medical Center, in Rockford IL. Jerry was born December 23, 1941 to Lawrence and Phyllis (Johnson) Stigman. He graduated from East High School, class of 1960. He married Constance Carlson on May 23, 1964, in Rockford IL. Jerry was employed by Cotta Transmission for 52...
Edmund G. Linkenheld
December 15, 2021
Edmund G. Linkenheld, 83, of Rockford passed away on Wednesday, December 15, 2021. Ed was born in Evergreen Park, IL on June 7, 1938, son of Edmund L. and Olivia (Blonigen) Linkenheld. He grew up on Chicago’s south side near 97th and Racine. He attended St. Margaret of Scotland Grammar School and Leo High School. Ed continued his education at...
Nicole Latrice Brown
December 14, 2021
Nicole Latrice Brown, 48, of Chicago, IL, passed away on Tuesday, December 14, 2021 at Generations at Neighbors in Byron, IL. Nicole was a loving mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, aunt, and wife. She dedicated her life to caring for others. Nicole was a phlebotomist, medical assistant and was perusing her career as a registered nurse at Rockford Career College. Nicole...
Matthew "Matt" Paul Spinello, Jr.
December 13, 2021
Matthew “Matt” P. Spinello, Jr., 67, Rockford, passed away Monday, December 13, 2021, at SwedishAmerican Hospital. He was born February 3, 1954, in Rockford, the son of Matt P. and Mary Margaret “Peggy” (Ploger) Spinello. Matt was a graduate of Rockford West High School, class of 1972. During his younger years he worked as a video camera operator and then...
Kevin J. Learn
December 13, 2021
Kevin James Learn, 53, of Rockford passed away on Monday, December 13, 2021. Kevin was born November 16, 1968, in Chicago, Illinois, the son of Donald and Beverly (McClinsey) Learn. He married Deborah Jones, on June 6, 2009. Kevin worked for Estes Trucking, and was a truck driver for over 30 years. He enjoyed DIY projects, woodworking, camping, his puppies,...
Carol J. St. Jean
December 12, 2021
Carol Joyce St. Jean, 80, of Deerfield Wisconsin, passed away on December 12, 2021 due to a long-term illness. Carol was born on December 18, 1940 in Rockford, IL, daughter of Evelyn and William Huntley. She waitressed most of her life and managed a number of restaurants with her husband, Robert. She married Robert St. Jean on February 17th, 1978....
Martin G. Chowanski
December 12, 2021
Martin G. Chowanski, 76, passed away in his home on December 12, 2021. Born in Norwich, England on October 8, 1945, son to Frank and Grace (Burrage) Chowanski. Frank met Grace in England when he was stationed there during his service in the Army. After Frank’s service had ended in 1948, Frank, Grace and Marty returned to the United States....
Jesenia Garza
December 12, 2021
Jesenia Jeannette “Senia” Garza of Rockford, Born November 2nd, 1998 has Departed from this life on December 12th, 2021. Leaving to cherish her Mother Jenilee, Brothers Omar and Gabriel, SisterNetzeri, Grandmother/Godmother Julie, her dear boyfriend Alex, Aunts, Uncles, Cousins, and many many friends. Senia was a member of City First Church. She was also a Jefferson High School Graduate with...
Ronald E. Goepfert
December 12, 2021
Ronald E. Goepfert, 77, Rockford, IL, passed away on December 12, 2021. He was born in Monroe, WI on October 20, 1944 to Ernest and Frieda (Lueck) Goepfert. Ronald was a farmer in Monroe until he graduated from Monroe High School. He then moved to Rockford, IL where he worked for Bergstrom Inc. for 35 years. Ronald married Marilyn Ainsworth...
Kanwal Darshan Prashar
December 11, 2021
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Kanwal Darshan Prashar peacefully on Saturday, December 11, 2021. Beloved husband of Meenakshi (nee Saraswat), cherished father of Abhinav Prashar (Anusuya), Atul Prashar (Alpa). Proud grandfather of Ananya, Armaan, Arshan and Avaan. Predeceased by his parents Bansi Ram and Ram Pyari, father-in-law Kashinath Saraswat, mother-in-law Kailash, brother Ramesh Chand,...
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