Obituaries
James R. Holmin
Oct 15, 2011
James R. Holmin (Jim) passed away peacefully on October 15, 2011 in Rockford Memorial Hospital. Born July 25, 1927 in Rockford, son of Joseph R. and Marie (Jacobson) Holmin. Graduate of East High in 1945, where he was a member of the golf team. Served in the United States Army in Japan for one year. Attended University of Wisconsin, Madison...
Laverne C. Fields
Oct 8, 2011
Loved By Many and Will Never Be Forgotten Laverne C. Fields, 75 of Rockford, formerly of Florida, was Promoted to Glory on Friday, October 8, 2011 at 3:15 a.m. She was born on December 17, 1935 in Hancock, WI; daughter of Allie and Beatrice Malthe. She was a soldier in the Salvation Army. Laverne will be greatly missed by her...
Anthony Lee
Oct 6, 2011
Anthony Lee, 83 of Rockford died on October 6, 2011 at 2:20 p.m. He was born on September 26, 1928 in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, son of Jesus Ruiz and Quisqueya Lora. He obtained a Bachelor Degree from Universidad Autonoma de Santo Domingo. Anthony Lee retired from the Rockford Park District. He is survived by three sisters and numerous nieces...
Kathie M. Keegan
Oct 5, 2011
Kathie M. Keegan, 59 of Rockford, IL. peacefully passed away on Wednesday, the 5th of October. Born November 1, 1951 in Hayward, CA., to Robert and Evelyn (Richter) Keegan. Lifelong resident of the Illinois and Wisconsin area where she selflessly dedicated her life to caring for others. Survivors include beloved son, Shawn (Jessica) Keegan; grandson, Austin; granddaughter Addison; brother's Ken...
Mary Ann Foreman
Oct 1, 2011
Mary Ann Foreman, 54 of Machesney Park died on October 1, 2011 at 10:00pm. Mary Ann was born in Loves Park, daughter of E.B. and Lillian Foreman. Attended Harlem High School. She worked at Lifetouch for 13 years and she worked for Family Dollar for 9 years until she took ill. Mary loved to cook and eat too! She loved...
Joseph Vincent Gelazus Jr.
Oct 1, 2011
Joseph Vincent Gelazus Jr., 79, passed away on Saturday, October 1st, 2011. Joe was born on January 15, 1932 in Rockford IL and was an Army veteran, having served honorably in the Korean Conflict era. He worked as a quality inspector at Sundstrand in Rockford for many years. Joe was an avid fisherman, a loyal friend, very patriotic, and was...
Martin Stuart Johnson
Sep 22, 2011
Beloved Husband, Father, Grandfather, Great-Grandfather, and Servant of Christ Martin S. Johnson, 84, of Machesney Park was called "home" by his Heavenly Father on September 22, 2011 at 3:15 a.m. after a long battle with diabetes and heart-related problems. Martin was born on April 28, 1927 in Rockford, son of Paul and Olga Johnson. Graduate of West High, where he...
Keith Everett Kellerman
Sep 19, 2011
Keith Everett Kellerman, 67 of Seattle, died on Monday, September 19, 2011 in his home. He was born on June 22, 1944 in Tacoma; son of Howard and Dorothy Kellerman. Served in the US Army in Vietnam. Graduate of the University of Washington, he was a proud Husky. United in Marriage to Laurie Bardue on November 22, 1981 in Seattle....
Gary "Mack" Willis Mackey
Sep 13, 2011
Gary "Mack" Willis Mackey, 76 of Rockford, IL died on September 13, 2011 at 2:17 p.m. in Amberwood Care Center. He was born on February 20, 1935, in Portland, Oregon; son of Harold and Helen Rudolph. Owned Forest City Pattern Works in Rockford. Mack was a member of The Baltic, SMSF, Elida, Blackhawk Social Clubs, along with many others. He...
Gary Lee "Pots" Pontenberg
Sep 7, 2011
We Mourn His Passing And Celebrate His Life Gary Lee "Pots" Pontenberg, 60 of Rockton died on Wednesday, September 7, 2011 at Rockford Memorial Hospital. He was born on October 12, 1950 in Oak Park, son of Forrest John and Ada (nee Daughenbaugh) Pontenberg. Served in the United States Army in Korea and Vietnam. Pots married the love of his...
George Washington Bicknell
Sep 4, 2011
Loving Husband, Father, Grandpa George Washington Bicknell, 84, of Roscoe, IL passed away Sunday, September 4, 2011, after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born on February 22, 1927, son of Lester and Frances Bicknell in Natick, MA; and grew up in Shapleigh, ME. He resided in East Hartford and Ellington, CT. Served two terms in the United States...
Thomas "Tommy" W. Mcleod
Sep 4, 2011
Thomas "Tommy" W. McLeod, 35 of Chicago died on September 4, 2011. He was born on July 17, 1976 at Evanston Hospital, son of Thomas and Bonnie McLeod. Graduate of Glenbrook North High School. He trained as an EMT/Firefighter and worked as a technical recruiter. Tommy was an incredible son, brother and uncle. His contagious smile and fun loving personality...
William "Bill" F. Walker
Sep 2, 2011
Rest In Peace William "Bill" F. Walker, 72, of Rockford died at 8:47 p.m. Friday, Sept. 2, 2011, at OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center. Born Dec. 7, 1938, in Dyce, Ark., son of Willie and Lola Walker. Served in the U.S. Army from 1956 to 1958. Retired from Rockford Powertrain in 1991. He was an avid Bears, Bulls and Cardinals...
Robert L. Strommen
Sep 2, 2011
Loving Husband, Father and Grandpa Robert L. Strommen, 84 of Rockford died on Friday, September 2, 2011 at 5:30 a.m. at OSF St. Anthony Medical Center. He was born on October 30, 1926 is Mondovi, WI. Son of Robert and Esther Strommen. Served in the US Navy from 1943-1946. United in Marriage to Berdella Solfest on August 23, 1947 in...
Gordon B. Berry Jr.
Aug 20, 2011
Gordon B. Berry Jr., 74 of Pecatonica died on Saturday, August 20, 2011 at Medina Manor Nursing Home. Born on January 26, 1937. He worked as a Chef at Pink Pony, D'Agostino's, Twin Oaks and Milestone. Gordy was a generous, tender hearted man, who received great joy out of giving to others. He loved being surrounded by family and friends,...
Lillie V. Dingus
Aug 16, 2011
Lillie V. Dingus, 85, of Kingsport, TN passed away Tuesday, August 16 after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born on January 10, 1926 in Dante, Virginia. She was the daughter of Robert and Lula Johnson. Lillie was a member of First Baptist Church of Kingsport, TN. She was predeceased by her parents, Robert and Lula Johnson of Rockford,...
Gloria D. Gray
Aug 13, 2011
Loving Mother, Grandma, Grandmee and Sister Gloria D. Gray departed to her afterlife on August 13, 2011 after complications from a massive stroke. Born on November 9, 1937 in Greenbriar, Tenn., daughter of Edward T. and Georgia Helen Choate. She lived a happy and fulfilled life. Resided in Rockford and Baraboo, WI. Retired from Eagle/Highlander bakery. She is survived by...
Jocelyn Vito
Aug 10, 2011
Jocelyn Vito, 64 of Rockford died on Wednesday, August 10, 2011 at 3:26 p.m. in SwedishAmerican Hospital. Born on June 27, 1947 in the Philippines, daughter of Severino and Severa De La Cruz. She is survived by her husband, Antonio Vito of Iloilo, Philippines; children, Joann (Bernard) Yaun of Rockford, Ian (Jezzriel) Vito, of Iloilo, Anthony Mike Vito of Iloilo,...
Randal Ray Simerson
Aug 5, 2011
Loved and Missed By All Randal Ray Simerson, 51 of Rockford died on Friday, August 5, 2011 in Rockford. Born on April 9, 1960, Son of Daniel and Margaret Simerson. Worked in construction. He enjoyed fishing, playing cards, bones, football his dog Ru Ru and spending time with his family. He is survived by his children, Kristi (Paul) Sanders, Packwaukee,...
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