Obituaries
Mark Masterson
Sep 16, 2025
Mark Robert Eugene Masterson, 58, of South Beloit, passed away on September 16, 2025. Born August 18, 1967, in Belvidere he was the son of Lewis and Connie (Holt) Masterson Sr. Mark graduated from Hononegah High School 1985 and went on to build a career with Frontier Communications as an Equipment Installer. Mark had a big heart and a warm...
Gus C. Winterland
Sep 10, 2025
Gus C. Winterland, 59, formerly of Monroe Center, IL passed away on September 10, 2025 after a brief, sudden illness. He was born on November 11, 1965 to Paul and Suzanne Winterland. From a young age, Gus was full of energy and determination. He played Jr. Tackle, wrestled, and later took the field in football and rugby. He graduated from...
Betty Berkowski
Sep 2, 2025
Betty Berkowski, 57, of Rockford, passed away on September 2, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family. Born August 27, 1967, in Sycamore, Daughter of Andrew Jackson and Myrtle (Simmons) Dunn. Betty graduated from Jefferson High School, class of 1985, and went on to attend Rock Valley College. She worked at Woodward as a deburring operator and later at...
Ken Chartrau
Aug 4, 2025
Kenneth Scott Chartrau, 49, of Machesney Park; died on August 4,2025. Born August 20, 1975 in Rochelle; son of Ronald P. and Linda (Diesel) Chartrau. Graduate of Rochelle High School, class of 1993. Early in his career, he worked as an Audio Visual Technician, installing sound systems and other equipment. He was also employed as an Electrician in Minneapolis; when...
Pamela L. Jameson
Aug 1, 2025
Pamela Lorice Jameson, 66, of Loves Park, passed away on August 1, 2025. Born February 5, 1959, in Rockford, she was the daughter of Maxwell and Pauline (Higgins) Ward. Pam graduated from Auburn High School in 1977, where she also took part in nursing classes that led to early work at Rockford Memorial Hospital on the dialysis floor. Pam later...
Peggy Jeanette Craig
Jul 28, 2025
Peggy Jeannette Craig, 77, of Rockford, passed away peacefully on July 28, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones. Born on September 18, 1947, in Rockford, Peggy was the cherished daughter of Charles "Les" and Beryl (Gustafson) Spielman. A proud graduate of West High School, Class of 1965, Peggy dedicated her life to caring for others. She spent more than three...
Pastor Wayne Ahrens
Jul 18, 2025
Pastor Wayne Ahrens, 68, of Rockford, was welcomed into the loving arms of his Savior, Jesus Christ, on July 18, 2025. Born April 10, 1957, he was the son of Norman and Bonita (Walts) Ahrens. Wayne graduated from high school and later pursued his calling into ministry by studying theology at Bethany Union Church in Chicago, where he was ordained....
Kathie Lynn Gamlin
Jul 15, 2025
Kathie Lynn Gamlin, 70, of Rockford-formerly of Belvidere-passed away peacefully on July 15, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on November 21, 1954, in Belvidere, she was the cherished daughter of James and Barbara (Anderson) Ohlsen. Kathie was a proud graduate of Belvidere High School, Class of 1972, and went on to earn her nursing degree from...
Donna Jean Belknap
Jul 6, 2025
Donna Jean Belknap, 93, of Rockford, formerly of Haines City, FL, passed away peacefully on July 6, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family. Born May 25, 1932, in Janesville, WI, Donna was the cherished daughter of Walter and Margaret (Beyer) Utzig. From a young age, Donna had a heart for helping others. She followed her calling into nursing,...
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...
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