Obituaries
Wesley Ross Larson
Jul 5, 2025
Wesley Ross Larson, age 94, passed away peacefully on July 4, 2025 in Rockford, Illinois, with family members by his side. Born in Madison, Wisconsin on January 10, 1931 to Stanley and Helen Larson. Wesley graduated from Madison West High School, attended Wisconsin Electronics School and served in the United States Air Force during the Korean War. He married Lois...
James Frederick Box, Sr.
Jun 20, 2025
James Frederick Box, Sr., "Fat Man", 69, passed away on Friday, June 20, 2025 in Amberwood Care Center. He was born on April 21, 1956 in Rockford, IL to Eurl Sims and Ruby Lee Box. James served in the United States Marines from 1973 until 1975. He married Loden Box on April 5, 1974. They were married for 15 years....
David A. Lapour
Jun 14, 2025
David Anthony Lapour, 56, of Rockford, passed away on June 14, 2025. Born on July 30, 1968, in Rockford, he was the beloved son of Robert and Bonita (Stuen) Lapour. A graduate of Rockford East High School, Class of 1986, Dave went on to become a dedicated member of IBEW Local 364. He was united in marriage to the love...
Kevin J. Barbour
Jun 8, 2025
Kevin Joseph Barbour, 70, of Rockford, passed away on June 8, 2025. Born on June 3, 1955, in Kansas City, Kansas, Kevin was the beloved son of Robert Barbour and Joan (Stubblefield) Barbour. Kevin was an Educator who dedicated his life to serving students in Chicago Public Schools. He chose to spend his career working in inner-city schools, driven by...
Jennifer "Jenni" L. Sadewater
Jun 2, 2025
Jennifer "Jenni" Louise Sadewater, 59, of Rockford, passed away on June 2, 2025, in Madison, Wisconsin. Born July 19, 1965, in Beloit, Wisconsin, Jenni was the beloved daughter of Everett and Merre L. (Robertson) Bennett. A 1983 graduate of Hononegah High School, Jenni went on to earn her Associate of Arts degree from Rock Valley College and completed training at...
Kenneth D. Murray
May 26, 2025
Kenneth D. Murray, 79, of Rockford, passed away peacefully at home on May 26, 2025, surrounded by his beloved family. Born on February 10, 1946, in Rector, Arkansas, Ken was the son of Alvin and Imogene (Guthrie) Murray. As a young man, Ken moved from Arkansas to Rockford with his cousin, and it was there that a young lady named...
Karin Louise Andersen
May 25, 2025
Karin Louise Andersen, 90, of Rockford, passed away peacefully at home on May 25, 2025, surrounded by the family she cherished so deeply. Born on April 17, 1935. She was the daughter of Carl and Nettie Johnson. A proud graduate of Harlem High School, Class of 1953, Karin's life took a joyful turn when she met her beloved husband, Richard...
John Andrew "Big Guy" Lillig
May 18, 2025
John Andrew "Big Guy" Lillig, 75, of Loves Park, passed away peacefully on May 18, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family. Born on May 23, 1949, in Oak Park, Illinois, he was the son of Andrew G. and LaVerne (Hanson) Lillig. John graduated from Glenbard East High School, class of 1967 and went on to study at Northern...
Glen M. Ford
May 18, 2025
Glen M. Ford, age 82, of Rockford, passed away peacefully on May 18, 2025. Born on October 9, 1942, in Rockford, Glen was the beloved son of Glen Marion Ford Sr. and Violet (Himes) Ford. A proud graduate of West High School, Class of 1960, Glen went on to serve his country with honor in the United States Navy Seabees....
Donald Jay Pattison
May 8, 2025
With heavy hearts, we are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Donald Jay Pattison, age 53, of Rockford. Donald was a beacon of joy and laughter, a devoted husband, brother, uncle, and friend whose love touched everyone fortunate enough to know him. His vibrant spirit and unwavering affection for his family and friends will forever remain in our hearts....
James "Jim" Mcginnis
May 1, 2025
James "Jim" McGinnis, 76, passed away on May 1, 2025 after a long illness in Rockford, IL. He grew up in Superior, WI, in a large and loving Irish family. He graduated from the UW-Superior. It was there that he met his soulmate, Karen Maki. Jim was a kind, generous, intelligent man who held a variety of positions in the...
Kenneth Schafman
Apr 27, 2025
Kenneth Elmer Schafman, 75, of Machesney Park, passed away on April 27, 2025. Ken was born on February 5, 1950, in Rockford, the son of Leo and Dorothy (Wendt) Schafman. He grew up in the area and graduated from Hononegah High School with the Class of 1968. After high school, he continued his education at Western Illinois University. Ken spent...
Denvis Schell
Apr 24, 2025
Denvis Schell, 83, of Rockford, IL, ascended to eternal glory on Thursday, April 24, 2025. He was born on April 15, 1942 in Harlan County, Kentucky to Solomon and Celia (Kelley) Schell. Denvis attended Harlan High School and later moved to Rockford, IL where he met Bonny, the love of his life. They were married on January 21, 1967 for...
Roberta Johnson
Apr 17, 2025
Roberta "Bobbi" Elaine Johnson, 75, of Rockford, Illinois, passed away peacefully on April 17, 2025. She was born on December 9, 1949, in Evansville, IN, the beloved daughter of Claude V. Johnson and Lillian R. Houchins. Bobbi brought warmth, love, and light to all who knew her. She was a proud and independent woman who embraced life wholeheartedly and on...
Sabas "Sal" Gomez
Mar 15, 2025
It is with great sadness that the Gomez family announces the passing of Sabas 'Sal' Gomez, 74, of Rockford on March 15, 2025. Born April 28, 1950 in Ogallala, NE; son of Sabas and Eliza (Cuellar) Gomez. Graduate of Asherton High School, in Asherton, TX class of 1969. United in marriage to Susan Burch on January 21, 1995. Sal dedicated...
Robert Martin Anderson
Mar 15, 2025
Robert Martin Anderson, 103, of Rockford went to be with his Lord and Savior on March 15, 2025. Born December 6, 1921 in Rockford; son of Gustav Albert and Fannie (Krans) Anderson. Bob's parents were born in Sweden, and he was always proud of his Swedish heritage. Graduate of Rockford High School. Bob obtained his Bachelor Degree from Western Illinois...
William L. Bremer
Mar 2, 2025
William "Bill" Bremer, 70, of Lake Summerset passed away peacefully on March 2, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family. Born May 14, 1954 in Rockford; son of Edwin and Carol (Ditzler) Bremer. Bill was a graduate of Winnebago High School, class of 1972. In his early years, Bill was a talented trumpet player and a former member of...
Richard Myers
Feb 23, 2025
Richard Avon Myers, 52, of Rockford died on February 23, 2025. Born September 2, 1972, son of Avon and Jane (Sizemore) Myers. Graduate from Belvidere High School. Richie was employed at PCI as a Cleaning Specialist. He had a huge heart for people, and was always willing to do anything; whether for a friend or a stranger. Richie had a...
Richard F. Pearce
Feb 21, 2025
Richard "Dick" Pearce, 74, of Roscoe died on February 21, 2025 in his home, surrounded by his loving family. Born August 19, 1950 in Rockford, son of Edmon Frances and Mary Lucille (LaFleur) Pearce. United in marriage on May 30, 1985 to Joanie Clem in Oregon, IL. Dick retired from Chrysler in 1998 after 30 years. He was a member...
Mishyia Lenea Rodriguez
Feb 18, 2025
Mishiya Lenea Rodriguez, 10, of Milwaukee, WI went to be with Jesus on February 18, 2025 from an asthma attack. Born on September 2, 2014 in in Naperville; daughter of Michael Rodriguez and Janaette Perez. She was in the 4th grade at Neeskara Elementary School in Milwaukee. Mishiya was a "dolphin" in the water. She loved tubing, swimming and enjoyed...
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