Obituaries
Marilyn June Fridh
Apr 30, 2011
Marilyn J. Carlson Treadman Fridh passed away Saturday April 30, 2011 in her home, the place she loved best. Born January 14, 1925 in Rockford to Ernest and Bertha Carlson she was the youngest of five children. Her brother Herbert (Hub) was her best friend. She learned the beauty of watching things grow and of all nature in her father's...
Hildeborg "Hillie" Grenberg
Apr 21, 2011
Hildeborg Grenberg, 101 of Rockford died on Thursday, April 21, 2011 at 4:05 p.m. in her home, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on April 15, 1910 in Malmo Sweden, daughter of Oscar and Hilma Walberg. She immigrated to the United States in 1912. Graduate of Rockford High School. Happily married Bert Grenberg for 65 years. Hillie was...
Beverly "Bee" Jarl
Apr 21, 2011
Went to be with the Lord Beverly "Bee" Jarl, 72 of Rockford went to heaven on Thursday, April 21, 2011 at 7:20 a.m. surrounded by her loving family, after a long illness. Bee was born on March 22, 1939 in Belvidere, daughter of Ronald Meyers and Verna Doud. United in Marriage to Maynard Jarl on January 5, 1957. Bee enjoyed...
Steven H. Carlson
Apr 8, 2011
Life Is Good Steven Herbert Carlson, 59 of Stillman Valley died on Friday, April 8, 2011, surrounded by his loving family. Steven was born on December 13, 1951 in Rockford, son of Herbert and Dorothy Carlson. Married Linda Dray on December 11, 1993 in Byron. Steve was employed as a Construction Foreman for several area construction companies. Member of the...
David Michael Breson
Mar 26, 2011
David Michael Breson, 65 of Rockford died on March 26, 2011 at 2 a.m. at Nelson Debes . He was born in Benton, Wisconsin on December 16, 1945, son of Edward and Elizabeth Breson. Survived by his children, Christina (Scott) McReynolds, of West Palm, FL, Michael (Ralph Moore) Breson of Alexandria, Virginia; two grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Served...
Stanley Morris Wescott
Mar 25, 2011
STANLEY MORRIS WESCOTT, 53, Rockford, opted for a new and eternal journey on March 25, 2011. He was the son of Alfred E. Wescott and Mary T. (Nelson) Clankie. He was survived by his mother Mary Clankie, children, Amy Wescott, Mindy (Noah) Alsteen, Misty Wescott, Shannon Thompson, Steven (Amanda) Clark, Shannon Wescott, and Shane Wescott, his brother, Alfred S. (Kristi)...
Roberta Cecile Key
Mar 17, 2011
Roberta Cecile Key, 75 of Rockford died on March 17, 2011 at 11:05 p.m. She was born on November 30, 1935 in Prairie du Chien, WI. Daughter of Robert and Genevieve Piercy. United in Marriage to Gerald Key on December 12, 1953. Survived by her husband; children, Russell (Laurie) Key of Couderay, WI, David (Anna) Key of Rockford, Todd (Rose)...
Dr. Patrick James Clinton
Mar 7, 2011
Dr. PATRICK (Pat) JAMES CLINTON, 64 ROCKFORD-After a two year battle with brain cancer, I graduated to heaven at 1:12 pm Monday, March 7, 2011. When I was 9 years old, I believed John 3:16 and received eternal life. As it says in Scripture, I am fully rejoicing in the wonders of the triune God. Embracing and conversing with my...
Arlene H. Perkins
Feb 25, 2011
Arlene L. Perkins, 90 passed away on Friday, February 25, 2011 at Alden Nelson Debes at 6:45 a.m. Arlene was born on May 27, 1920 in Balaton, Minnesota; daughter of Victor and Hulda (Brylander) Malmberg. Was married to Peter H. Perkins, who preceded her in death on February 7, 1995. Member of Zion Lutheran Church. Survivors include daughter, Shirley (Glenn)...
Kasey Laree Wollitz
Feb 16, 2011
Always Remembered Kasey Laree Wollitz, 22 of Rockford passed away on on Wednesday, February 16, 2011 at 9:00 p.m. after a long wait for a kidney transplant. Kasey was born on November 22, 1988 in Rockford, daughter of Ron Witherby and Michelle Wollitz. Kasey was beautiful on the inside and outside, she had a huge heart and was loved by...
Barbara Ann Mullen
Feb 7, 2011
Always In Our Hearts Barbara Ann Mullen, 68 of Rockford died on February 7, 2011 at 2:15 p.m. Barbara was born on July 10, 1942 in Freeport, daughter of Levan and Delores Frank. United in Marriage to Everett Mullen Jr. on December 9, 1957 in Pecatonica. Barbara loved to play the lotto and bingo. She enjoyed spending time with her...
Robert Lee Marquith
Feb 4, 2011
Yeah Buddy! Robert Lee Marquith, 69 of Rockford Graduated to Glory on Friday, February 4, 2011. Bob was born on February 16, 1941 in Galesburg, son of Edwin and Elizabeth Marquith. Married Janice Gregory on August 30,1997. Retired from Custom Metals in 2003. Attended Heartland Community Church. Bob loved spending time with his grandchildren. He shared his loved of cooking...
Eric Turner
Feb 1, 2011
Marion "Eric" Turner died on Tuesday, February 1, 2011 at 12:25 a.m. in his residence. He was born on August 31, 1949 in Piggott, Ark, son of Marion "Gerald" and Lillian (Moffett) Turner. Served in the US Marine Corp. Eric loved cooking, drawing and fishing. He was very handy and excellent at building things. He is survived by his sons,...
Kristy Witt
Jan 21, 2011
Kristy Witt, 45, of Rockford, died on Friday, January 21, 2011, at SwedishAmerican Hospital. Born January 7, 1966, daughter of Carl and Donna (Anderson) Witt. Obtained her Bachelor of Arts in Biology from North Central College, and her Master of Arts in Biology from Drake University. She was employed by TechniSource as an Administrative Assistant at Hamilton Sundstrand. Kristy was...
Thomas A. Berchiolly
Jan 17, 2011
Berchiolly, Thomas "Tom" A., 60 was born November 3, 1950 and died at his home Monday morning. Tom was born the son of Samuel & Nellie (Veitch) Berchiolly. He lived his entire life in Rockford and was a graduate of Rockford West. Tom worked as a carpet and tile installer most of his life. He was employed at Graham Moore...
Eddie B. Foreman
Jan 14, 2011
Eddie B. Foreman, 64 of Beloit, formerly of Rockford died on Friday at 7:40 a.m. at Asta Care Center. Eddie was born on April 14, 1946 in Camden, AR, son of E.B. and Lillian Foreman. Graduate of Harlem High School, class of 1966 when he lettered in Football, Basketball and Track. He was an outstanding athlete who enjoyed both watching...
Verne K. Smith
Jan 12, 2011
Rockford's Biggest Rock Fan Verne K. Smith, 64 of Rockford died on January 12, 2011. He was born on May 8, 1946 in Muskegon, MI. Preceded in death by his parents, Julia and Stanley Domkowski. Verne was a fixture of the local music scene. During more than three decades, Verne attended hundreds, if not thousands, of shows and concerts put...
Lavergne G. Karlson
Dec 26, 2010
Lavergne G. Karlson, 93 of Rockford was Promoted to Glory on Sunday, December 26, 2010 at 1:45 p.m. at Fairhaven Christian Retirement Center. Lavergne was born on March 6, 1917 in Chicago, daughter of George and Louise (Meske) Grassl. United in Marriage to Lawrence Slack on April 18, 1936, he preceded her in death. Married Karl Karlson on October 4,...
Lester G. Mernack
Dec 26, 2010
Lester G. Mernack, 87 of Rockford died on Sunday, December 26, 2010 at 1:15 am at SwedishAmerican Hospital. He was born on December 10, 1923 in Alexandria, Minn. Son of Joseph and Christina (Larson) Mernack. Served in the US Army. Retired from Rockford Products, where he worked as a machinist. Survived by his wife of 33 years, Evelyn Mernack of...
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