Obituaries
Kenneth Lee Ward
Sep 10, 2010
KENNETH L. WARD, 59 BELOIT, Wis. - Kenneth L. Ward 59, of Beloit passed on peacefully, Friday, Sept. 10, 2010, in his home. Born March 2, 1951, in Pocahontas, Ark., son of Max R. and Pauline Ward of Loves Park, Ill. Survivors include parents, Max and Pauline; children, Kimberly Johnson of Rockford, Ill., Kendra Ward of Machesney Park, Ill., Amanda...
Sreten M. Jonic
Aug 21, 2010
Loving Husband, Father, Father-In-Law and "Deka" Sreten M. Jonic, 76 of Rockford went home to be with Jesus, His God and Savior on Saturday, August 21, 2010. He was a loving husband, caring father and father-in-law, the best "Deka" in the world! Sreten was born on January 23, 1934 in Pirot, Serbia and was United in Marriage to Olga Gavrilovic...
Dorothy Elizabeth Divis
Aug 21, 2010
Missed Dearly and Deeply Dorothy Elizabeth Divis, 81 of Rockford died on Saturday, August 21, 2010 at Alma Nelson Debes. Dorothy was born on October 10, 1928 in Savannah, GA. Dorothy met her future husband James "Jim" Divis at his sister's wedding on June 23, 1962, they were married on November 23, 1963 in Chicago. Dorothy worked alongside her husband...
Richard "Rick" "Moonshine" Gasaway
Aug 19, 2010
Time Passes, Memories Remain Richard "Rick" "Moonshine" Gasaway, 59 of Rockford died on Thursday, August 19, 2010 surrounded by his family. He was born on January 28, 1951 in Greencastle, IN, son of Malon and Catherine Gasaway. Rick was last employed as a sprinkler fitter. He served as an election judge, and was a member of ABATE, where he held...
Donald B. Smith
Jul 29, 2010
May His Dear Soul Rest In Peace Donald B. Smith, 84 of Rockford died on July 29, 2010 at 10:00 am in his home. Donald was born on March 12, 1926 in Mineral Point, WI, son of Edward and Gladys Smith. He retired from Metal Crafters, where he worked as a supervisor. Donald is survived by his children, Debra (Charles)...
William "Little Billy" M. Van Natta
Jul 23, 2010
Our Angel Went to Heaven William "Little Billy" Markus Van Natta Jr., 4, of Loves Park joined his Grandma Karen in Heaven on Friday, July 23, 2010. Billy was born on July 4, 2006 at Rockford Memorial Hospital. Son of William and Tara Van Natta of Loves Park. Billy was an incredibly happy baby and toddler, who brought great joy...
Elizabeth Marie Shostrom
Jul 20, 2010
Elizabeth Marie Shostrom, 98, of Rockford was Promoted to Glory on Tuesday, July 20, 2010 at 3:15 pm in Fairhaven Christian Retirement Center. Elizabeth was born on December 17, 1911 in Rockford, daughter of Victor and Marie (Lund) Engstrom. United in Marriage on June 24, 1939 to F. Adolph Shostrom. Elizabeth was a member at The Salvation Army Temple, First...
Eleanor D'Alessandro
Jul 19, 2010
Eleanor G. D'Alessandro, 89 of Rockford died at 9:10 am on July 19, 2010 at Fairhaven Christian Retirement Center. Eleanor was born on April 9, 1921 in Chicago; daughter of Nathan and Anna Goldman. She is survived by her daughter, Donna (John) Miller of Rockford; son, John Jay D'Alessandro; grandsons, Nicholas Sparacino of Rockford, Anthony Sparacino of Poplar Grove; sister,...
Mary Elaine Walker
Jul 16, 2010
Heart of Gold Mary Elaine Walker, 45 of Machesney Park went to be with the Lord at 11:32 pm on Friday, July 16, 2010 at Rockford Memorial Hospital after a sudden illness. She was born on December 25, 1964 in Santa Monica, California, daughter of John and Barbara (Derrickson) Villa. Mary was a graduate of Hononegah High School and operated...
Jadyn Evette Winters
Jul 11, 2010
You Were The Sunshine of Our Lives Jadyn Evette Winters, 5 of Rockford died on Sunday, July 11, 2010 at Rockford Memorial Hospital. Jadyn was born on November 29, 2004 in Oak Lawn. Daughter of Jeff Winters and Teresa Rahn. Jadyn was a beautiful girl, who loved to watch Dora the Explorer. She was feisty and sassy and loved greatly...
Sandra Marie Barnhart
Jun 22, 2010
Sandra M. Barnhart, 69 died peacefully on Tuesday, June 22, 2010 at Swedish American Hospital. Born on January 5, 1941 in Winchester, IN; daughter of Raymond (Josephine) Barnhart. Graduated from Lee L. Driver High School, in Winchester, IN; attended Indiana University. Moved to the Rockford area in 1975. Married Demetri "Jim" Sawchuk on August 17, 1991. Sandra worked for Swedish...
Bonnie Mae Ahrens
Jun 3, 2010
Bonnie Mae Ahrens, 79 of Rockford went to be with her Lord and Savior on June 3, 2010. Bonnie was born on July 15, 1930, in Arlington Heights, daughter of Floyd and Louella Walt. She was an avid crafter, and enjoyed making and selling items at various craft shows with her sisters. Bonnie enjoyed collecting bears of all types, shapes...
William Barry Nolan
May 25, 2010
William Barry Nolan, 27 of Winnebago departed this life too soon on Tuesday, May 25, 2010 in his home. Born January 1, 1983, son of William and Bobbie Nolan. Barry was a 2001 graduate of East High. He was an avid poker player and history buff. Barry enjoyed painting cars, and worked side by side with his father in the...
Jerome "Jerry" Sturm
May 24, 2010
Loving Husband and Father Jerome "Jerry" Curtiss Sturm, 61 of Poplar Grove died on Monday, May 24, 2010 at University of Illinois at Chicago Hospital. Born on October 8, 1948 in Bensenville, son of George and Virginia Sturm. United in marriage to Cindy Cole on April 5, 1974 in Rock Falls. Jerry worked as a Carpenter, Maintenance Mechanic, Auto Mechanic...
Dr. M. David Olson
May 23, 2010
Loving Husband, Father, Grandfather, Friend Dr. M. David Olson, 71 of Rockford was promoted to glory on May 23, 2010. Born on September 22, 1938 in Moline, son of Elmer and Lucille Olson. Graduate of the University of Iowa School of Dentistry. United in Marriage to Marcia Palmer on December 14, 1963 at The Salvation Army Rockford Temple. Life long...
Ronald Wayne Bannister Jr.
May 17, 2010
Ronald Wayne Bannister Jr., 42 of Davis Junction died at 4:00 am on May 17, 2010 in Swedish American Hospital. Ron was born on March 1, 1968, son of Ronald Bannister Sr. and Nancy Lusz. Attended Rockford Public Schools. He enjoyed cooking, fishing and watching the Bears and Blackhawks. Ronnie also liked spending time with his family and friends. He...
Robert "Drew" Anderson
May 8, 2010
Loving Father, Grandpa and Friend Robert "Drew" C. Anderson, 70 of Belvidere died Saturday, May 8, 2010 in his residence surrounded by his loving family. Drew was born on March 3, 1940 in Belvidere, son of William M. and Marie Anderson. Formerly employed at the National Gray Iron Foundry, Sycamore Systems and Motorola. Drew was an avid sports fan. He...
Caden Cordae King
May 3, 2010
Our Little Man Will Live On In the Memories of Those Who Love Him Caden Cordae King, 3 of Loves Park died on May 3, 2010 in an automobile accident. Caden was born on February 1, 2007 in Rockford, son of Crystal King and Abdul DaShawn "Shawn" Harriel. Caden was a great brother to his twin sister, Camrea-Rose King, he...
Gary L. Mernack
May 1, 2010
Gary L. Mernack, 60 of Rockford died in his residence on May 1, 2010 at 9:55 am, surrounded by his loving family. Gary was born on January 12, 1950 in Rockford, son of Lester and Mary Lou Mernack. United in Marriage to Doris Funk on October 25, 1977. Gary worked at the Counselor Company in Rockford as a Heat Treater,...
Arlene Ellen Brei
Apr 25, 2010
Gram Brei Arlene Ellen Brei, 75 of Poplar Grove died at 3:15 am on Sunday, April 25, 2010 in Swedish American Hospital. Born on October 4, 1934 in Chicago, daughter of Emil and Helen Patek. United in Marriage to Fredrick Brei on December 29, 1951. Arlene was a phenomenal woman, who was loved greatly by her entire family. She was...
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