Obituaries
Ruth Elder
May 3, 2015
Ruth Elder, 75, of Rockford died on May 3, 2015 in her home, surrounded by her family. Born on August 21, 1939 in Winterset, IA; daughter of John and Margaret Williams. United in marriage to Edward Elder on May 29, 1956. Ruth was a devoted wife, loving mother and grandmother. She enjoyed spending time with her family and playing the...
Darrel Lowery
Apr 30, 2015
Darrel Lowery, 70, Loves Park, IL joined his heavenly family April 30, 2015 with his wife of 50 years at his bedside. Darrel was born August 20, 1944 in Springfield, MO, son of Cleavan and Hazel Lowery. He married Sharon Hanks in 1964. He served his country in the United States Army. He spent over 30 years as a grocery...
Donald Perrine Sr.
Apr 24, 2015
Donald Perrine Sr., 74, of Rockford died on April 24, 2015, surrounded by his family. Born on September 9, 1940 in Rockford, son of Edward and Gladys Perrine Sr. United in marriage to Sandra Osborne on April 24, 1964. Survived by his children, Donald (Nicole) Perrine Jr., Tina (Patrick) Baxter, Theresa (Roger) Vasquez, Lorrie (Billy) King all of Rockford; grandchildren,...
Daniel Kenneth Novotnak
Apr 16, 2015
Daniel Kenneth Novotnak, 68, of Rockton died on April 16, 2015 in his home. Born on September 16, 1946 in Oak Park, son of Myke and Lillian Novotnak. Dan graduated from Northern Illinois University with a Bachelor Degree in Education. United in marriage to Pamela Lies on August 17, 1968 in Berwyn. Formerly employed at SwedishAmerican Hospital and Asta Care....
Doris Weik Reck
Apr 12, 2015
Doris Weik Reck, 87, of Rockford passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 12, 2015. Doris was born Nov. 7, 1927 in Rochelle, IL, the daughter of Robert and Lillian Weik. She married Wayne S. Reck (pre-deceased). Her greatest life pleasures were raising her children and spending time with her grandchildren. Doris worked for Hollywood Dining office and the University Of...
Betty Lou Carlson
Apr 10, 2015
Betty Lou Carlson, 88 Betty Lou Carlson died April 10, 2015 at Neighbors Rehabilitation Center in Byron. Born to Ollie and Josie Gilroy Cable on March 8, 1927, she grew up in Dixon. Betty married Bobby Carlson April 10, 1948. While raising a family, she worked at Mueller's Studio developing school pictures, and was a bookkeeper for many years at...
Joanne B. Hunt
Apr 2, 2015
Loving Mother, Grandmother and Sister Joanne B. Hunt, 79, of Rockford died on April 2, 2015 in her home. Born on March 14, 1936 in Iowa, daughter of Herbert and Gladys (Jones) Shipley. Survived by her daughters, Bonnie Meckler, Wanda Hilton and Tammy (Cecil) Johnson Jr., all of Rockford; numerous grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; 1 great-great grandchild; and sister, Patricia Eddy...
Debra K. Kinchen
Mar 30, 2015
Loving Mother, Grandmother, Daughter and Sister Debra K. Kinchen, 52, of Rockford died on March 30, 2015 in OSF St. Anthony Hospital. Born on October 31, 1962 in Rockford, daughter of George and Emma (Lober) Krebs. Debra was employed at Target for 17 years. Survived by children, Krysta (fiancée Martin Melendez) Kinchen of Rockford, Arron Kinchen of Lodi, CA,; granddaughters,...
Suzanne Elizabeth Williams
Mar 29, 2015
Suzanne Elizabeth Williams, 78, of Rockford died on March 29, 2015 in River Bluff Nursing Home. Born on December 15, 1936 in South Bend, IN; daughter of Elwood and Isabella (Allen) Bare. Formerly employed at Target. Suzanne was a loving and caring mother and grandmother, she constantly looked out for others and put the needs of those she loved the...
Nancy A. Pearson
Mar 25, 2015
Loving Mother, Grandmother and Daughter Nancy A. Pearson, 56, of Rockford died on March 25, 2015 in her home. Nancy was born on February 27, 1959 in Rockford, daughter of Mary Buckingham Survived by her children, Maria Pearson of Rockford, Jenna-Fer (Jason Novak) Pearson of Woodstock; granddaughter, Elizabeth Wilson of Woodstock; mother, Mary Buckingham of Rockford; brother, Steve (Tracey) Johnson...
Robert J. Liebhart Iii
Mar 23, 2015
Robert J. Liebhart III, 48, of Sycamore died on March 23, 2015. Born on October 29, 1966 in Waukegan. Son of Robert J. Liebhart Jr. and Cathy Allen. Attended Valley High School in Las Vegas, NV. Robert was an Owner/Operator of Night Owl Trucking, contracted with Landstar. He was proud of his safety record, earning recognition and awards. He sponsored...
Raymond E. Panzke Sr.
Mar 20, 2015
Raymond E. Panzke Sr., 78, of Rockford died March 20, 2015 in his home after a brief illness. Born June 23, 1936 in Chicago, son of Raymond and Virginia (Reetz) Panzke . Raymond served in the United States Army, retiring after 19 years. Married Elizabeth "Betty" Glenn. Formerly employed as a machinist and as the owner of Ray and Sons...
Dawn Marie Wooley
Mar 12, 2015
Dawn Marie Wooley, 47, of Belvidere died on March 12, 2015. Born on June 14, 1967 in Joliet, daughter of Kenneth and Sheri (Kurtyak) Carlson. Prior to becoming a mom, Dawn was employed as a CNA. Dawn was a loving mother, who was truly devoted to the care of her girls. She enjoyed NASCAR and watching the Dallas Cowboys. Dawn...
Cindy L. Balzer
Mar 7, 2015
Cindy L. Balzer, 55, of Rockton died on March 7, 2015 in her home. Born on August 16, 1959 in Sikeston, MO, daughter of Charles and Claudia (Bradley) Merick. Graduated from Harlem High School in 1977. Formerly employed at Aetna Insurance as a Claims Processor and Kohl's. Cindy had an unbelievably positive disposition. She constantly made an effort to bring...
David A. Greenwood
Mar 5, 2015
David A. Greenwood, 58, AKA Uncle Beef Davis Junction - David A. Greenwood, 58, of Davis Junction passed away on March 5, 2015 after a long battle with cancer. David was born on Oct. 19, 1956. He married Tina Rarrick (Busse) Feb. 12, 1992. Dave graduated from the old Harlem High School in 1974. He enlisted in the U.S. Army...
George W. Grant
Mar 4, 2015
George W. Grant, 78, of Loves Park died on March 4, 2015 in Rockford. Born on March 15, 1936 in Joliet, son of William and Ethel Grant. George obtained his Bachelor of Arts from Northern Illinois University. United in marriage to Merry Jo Malinsky on March 29, 1975 in Estherville, IA. George was the owner of the Paperback Haven, and...
Mary Elizabeth Robinson Roy
Mar 1, 2015
Mary Elizabeth Robinson Roy, 90, of Rockford died on March 1, 2015 at home. Mary Beth was born on September 2, 1924 in Jackson County, IL to Carl and Beatrice (Roseberry) Robinson. She attended Carbondale High School, then Southern Illinois University where she met Dean, her husband of over 50 years. Mary Beth loved playing golf for the majority of...
Donald Eugene Kangas
Feb 17, 2015
Donald Eugene Kangas, 76, of Brodhead, WI died on February 17, 2015 in his home. Born on May 9, 1938 in Eveleth, MN, son of George and Ailie Kangas. He met the love of his life, Kathryn Goldsworthy on Valentine's Day in 1960, they were united in marriage on October 22, 1960. Donald retired from Beloit Corporation, where he was...
Ortha Jane Hunter
Feb 17, 2015
Ortha Jane Hunter, 72, of Rockford died on February 17, 2015. Born on September 5, 1942 in Prestonsburg, KY; daughter of Henry and Dacie (Frazier) Shepherd. United in Marriage to Joe Hunter on October 31, 1976. Survived by her children, Connie (Phong) Rose-Phommasouvannarath of Rockford, Elzie (Christine) Rose of South Elgin, Anthony Rose of Kentucky, Walter Rose of Rockford; 9...
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