Obituaries
Phyllis Marilyn Willms
Sep 5, 2026
Phyllis Marilyn Willms, 90, of Rockford, passed away on September 5, 2026. Born on October 19, 1935, in Kennedy, Minnesota, she was the daughter of Victor and Henrietta (Ekwall) Anderson. Phyllis was a graduate of Lincoln High School in Thief River Falls, Minnesota.
Bowling played a special role throughout Phyllis's life, even bringing her and her husband, Roger, together. The...
Dorothy A. Noegel
Sep 2, 2026
Dorothy "Dottie" A. Noegel, 94, of Beloit, WI formerly of Montello, WI died on September 2, 2026. Born on December 21, 1931, daughter of Edward and Ruth (Todd) Carter. Dorothy said that she wanted people to know that she had a rich, full life and that she was blessed by her wonderful mommy and daddy. Her children were her shining...
Richard Charles Richards
Sep 1, 2026
Richard "Dick" Charles Richards, 93, of Winnebago, Illinois passed away on September 1, 2026. Born on May 6, 1933, in Trout Creek, Michigan, he was the son of Joseph and Vernice (Knivila) Richards. His early youth was spent in Trout Creek in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan before moving to Detroit.
Dick graduated from Cass Technical High School in Detroit,...
Karl B. McCardle
Aug 30, 2026
Karl B. McCardle, 84, of Rockton, passed away on August 30, 2026, in his home, following a struggle with dementia and cancer. Born on October 29, 1941, in Rockford, son of Daniel and Ingeborg (Peterson) McCardle. Karl was a graduate of Dixon High School Class of 1959. During his high school years, he was an accomplished French horn player, performing...
Charlotte Mae Gunn
Aug 23, 2026
Charlotte Mae Senders was born in Canton, IL. June 17,1953 to Forest and Bernice Senders.Charlotte graduated from Dixon High School in 1971. After graduation she worked at KSB Hospital in Dixon. She later moved to Loves Park and was employed at River Bluff Nursing Home. Her last employment was West Telle Services in Loves Park where she worked for over...
Carl Daniel Mangruem
Aug 22, 2026
Carl Daniel Mangruem, age 62 of Rockford, Illinois left this earthly life peacefully on August 22, 2026 at UWSwedish American Hospital surrounded by family. Born January 27, 1964 in Limestone County Alabama. He was the youngest of 13 children to Tommie and Rosie Mangruem. Carl answered his call of duty and proudly served in the United States Army for 5...
Francine Lynn Anthonsen
Aug 19, 2026
Francine Anthonsen, 62, of Rockford, passed away on August 19, 2026.
Born on July 14, 1964, in Beloit, Wisconsin, Francine was the daughter of John and Margaret (Gaskins) Repke. She attended South Beloit Senior High School and later earned her GED.
On October 8, 1984, Francine married Wayne Anthonsen, beginning a marriage that would span more than four decades. She was employed...
Julio Cesar Saenz
Aug 17, 2026
Julio Cesar Saenz, 35, of Rockford, passed away on August 17, 2026. Born September 27, 1990, in Rockford, he was the son of Jose and Josefina (Martinez) Saenz. Julio attended Jefferson High School and later earned his GED. He was employed by Hennig, where he worked as a painter.
Julio was a loving father, brother, son, uncle, and friend whose...
Italo "Joe" Joseph Capovilla
Aug 12, 2026
Italo "Joe" Joseph Capovilla, aged 91, passed away peacefully on August 12, 2026. Born on October 14, 1934, in Chicago, Joe was the cherished son of Guiseppe Valentino and Italia Marguerite (Mattana) Capovilla. Graduate of West High School, Class of 1952, and honorably served in the United States Army, stationed in Germany during his service.
In a beautiful union of love...
William H. Evans
Aug 8, 2026
William H. Evans, "Bill," age 76 of Rockford, Illinois, passed away on August 8, 2026, peacefully.
Born to William and Mildred Evans, Bill grew up in Rockford with his beloved older sister Pam and graduated from West High School in 1968. He later married his great love Beverly (Reid) Evans, and together they shared a beautiful life full of love...
Paul Michael Pearce
Aug 5, 2026
Paul Michael Pearce, 70, of Rockford, passed away peacefully at his home on August 5, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family.
Four years ago, Paul was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer and was given just six months to live. Determined to spend every possible moment with those he loved most, he defied the odds through his unwavering strength, remarkable resilience,...
Daniel Mulcahey
Jul 26, 2026
Daniel Mulcahey, beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away July 26th at the age of 70.
Dan was born on June 12th, 1956 in Rockford, IL to William and MaryAnn Mulcahey. From an early age, Dan was a hard worker who spent his time mowing lawns, delivering papers, and fiddling with cars. It wasn't always easy growing up...
Gregory Allen Luna
Jul 18, 2026
Gregory Allen Luna, 65, passed away peacefully at home on July 18, 2026 with Kathy and Nelle by his side. Born on January 9, 1961 in Alpine, Texas, son of H. Greg and Gretchen (Hauiesen) Luna. Graduate of Guilford High School in 1979. After over 30 years as a vibration technician at Woodward Governor and Chrysler, Greg decided he wanted...
Roberta M. Bacher
Jul 11, 2026
Roberta (Bert/Bobbie) was born in Vincennes, Indiana to Frances Glennabell Bacher and Frank E. Bacher.
Her first love was her animals or "critters" as she called them. She also loved her profession as an LPN and taking care of her patients. She continued to try to teach healthcare workers at the nursing home where she resided the last 8 months...
Cherie Diane Lyon
Jul 5, 2026
Cherie Diane Lyon, 65, of Rockford, wandered off to her next great adventure on July 5, 2026 - likely pausing to admire a bird on the way out.
She was born September 10, 1960, in Rockford, IL, to LaVerne and Marilyn (Townsend) Buske, and graduated from Harlem High School in 1978. She went on to earn her Associate Degree from...
Sue Arns
Jun 24, 2026
It is with deep sorrow that the family of Suzanne "Sue" Joy Arns announces her passing on June 24, 2026, at the age of 87. Born on August 11, 1938, in Rockford, Illinois, daughter of Frederick Lee Jr. and Beulah (Hough) Lee. Graduate of West High School, class of 1956. She also attended Elmhurst College. Sue lived a life full...
Marie Doris Cole
May 31, 2026
Marie Doris Cole, 88, of Rockford passed away on May 31, 2026. Born April 1, 1938 in Ferryville, WI; daughter of Morris and Dorothy (Scribbins) Allen. Marie attended West High School. United in marriage to Stephen Cole on October 27, 1956 in Pine City, MN. She retired from Clinton Electronics, where she worked in inspection. Marie loved gathering her family...
Stephen Lee Whittaker
May 21, 2026
Stephen "Steve" Lee Whittaker, 43, of Rockford passed away May 21, 2026. Born October 21, 1982 in Peoria; son of Scott Lee and Rhonda Lynn (Messer) Whittaker. Graduate of Polo High School, class of 2000. Steve was employed as a Technician for Comcast/Xfinity, retiring after 17 years. He was united in marriage to Alexandra Lenz on July 2, 2016 in...
John Francis Black
Apr 26, 2026
John Francis Black, 80, of Rockford passed away on April 26, 2026. Born December 29, 1945 in Evergreen Park, son of Francis and Margaret (Knapp) Black. Graduate of Evergreen Park High School. In his youth, John was on the football and soccer teams in high school, and reached the level of Eagle Scout in Boy Scouts. John proudly served his...
Charlotte Ann Castner Hoops
Apr 26, 2026
Charlotte Ann Castner Hoops, age 71, passed away peacefully on April 26, 2026. Born on March 13, 1955, to Marcella (Castner) Wehrman, Charlotte grew up in Loyal, Wisconsin, where she graduated from Loyal High School in 1973. Charlotte met Darrell Hoops and moved to Rockford, Illinois. Together they shared three children, whom she loved with a depth and devotion that...
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