Holly J. LaFontaine
Sep 11, 2026
Holly Jean LaFontaine, 70, of New Milford, IL, transitioned peacefully on Friday, September 11, 2026, with her loving daughter by her side. She was born on February 5, 1956, in Clinton, IA, the beloved only daughter of the late Richard and Elletta “Jeannie” (Kooi) Mueller. She married Thomas LaFontaine at Church by the Side of the Road in Rockton, IL,...
Laura L. Garman
Sep 11, 2026
Laura L. Garman, 73, of Illinois, passed away peacefully on September 11, 2026, leaving behind a lifetime of love, cherished memories, and the many people whose lives she touched. Laura was born in Evanston, Illinois, to Robert V. Crook, Jr. and Aili Lillian Panttila, and was raised in Mt. Morris and Byron, Illinois. Throughout her life, Laura worked as a...
Lowell Meyer
Sep 7, 2026
Lowell Franklin Meyer, 85, of Rockford, passed away on September 7, 2026, at Wesley Willows. He was born on November 2, 1940, in Lanyard, IL; the son of Harper and Gladys (Wise) Meyer. Lowell played football and graduated from Forreston High School and went on to DeVry Institute for 2 years. Lowell also enlisted in the US Army and worked...
Dolores J. Zick
Sep 6, 2026
Dolores “Dee” Zick, 96, passed away Sunday, September 6, 2026. Dee was the daughter of Fred and Lila Lother. She was married to Donald Zick on February 25, 1953. She was known as “Grandma Dee” by those who loved her. Dee is survived by her sister, Alicia; her daughters, Sue (Duane), and Nancy (Steve); her daughter-in-law, Cindy; Her grandchildren Josh...
Charlene Stringham
Sep 5, 2026
Charlene L. Stringham, 79, of Rockford, passed away on September 5, 2026, at OSF St. Anthony Medical Center. She was born on June 1, 1947, in Muskegon, Michigan, the daughter of Charles and June (Jaarda) Stringham. Charlene worked as a beautician for most of her life. She was Catholic. In her younger years she played the guitar and she always...
Michele L. Beightley
Sep 4, 2026
Michele L. Beightley-Rundle, of Rockford, died on September 4, 2026. Born October 19, 1959, the daughter of Myron and Winifred (Hendricks) Beightley. She married Ken Rundle in August of 2012, in Rockford. She is survived by her husband Ken Rundle; sons Benjamin Dodge, Theodore Batten, and Justin Rundle; daughters Andrea (Eric) Nguyen, Clare Batten, and Katlyn Rundle; granddaughters Cameron Dodge,...
Joseph F. King
Sep 3, 2026
Joseph “Joe” King, 65, of Rockford, Illinois, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 3, 2026, surrounded by his family and loved ones. Born on May 24, 1961, Joe—affectionately known to many as “Holiday Joe” lived a life centered around the things that mattered most to him: family, friendship, good food, sports, music, and making memories with the people he loved....
Jacky N. Cooper
Sep 3, 2026
Jacky N. Cooper, passed at age 68 after a long battle with Multiple Sclerosis and early-onset dementia. He was a lifelong resident of Aurora, Illinois. Jack was born April 3, 1958, in Aurora to Ed “Tip” Cooper and Wanda (Barker) Cooper. In his younger years he enjoyed swimming, with a talent on the diving board. He also had a love...
Bobby Joe Smith
Sep 2, 2026
Bobby Joe Smith, age 50, of Rockford, Illinois passed away on September 2nd 2026 after Battling his kidney disease. He was Born on March 8th 1976 in Rockford, IL son of Lucille Smith. Bobby Graduated From Jefferson High School In 1995 and continued to work at the following: Kmart (security guard), Kohls (security guard), River City Mill Work (forklift operator),...
Michael S. Ruano
Aug 29, 2026
Michael Shawn Ruano, 68, of Belvidere, passed away suddenly in his home on August 29, 2026. He was born on October 16, 1957, in Beloit, WI; the son of Frank and Merry Ruano. Mike graduated from Concordia University Wisconsin in 2000. He worked for multiple health systems as a Chief Information Security Officer. Mike had many hobbies: wine making hobbyist,...
Perry Crabb
Aug 24, 2026
Perry Wayne Crabb, 50, of Beloit, WI, passed away on August 24, 2026. He was born on November 17, 1975, in Rockford, the son of Donald and Claudia (Bindenagel) Crabb. Perry enjoyed fishing and going camping. He also enjoyed playing video games and loved dogs. His family was very important to him and being able to spend time with his...
Joyce E Clark
Aug 23, 2026
Joyce Elaine Clark was called home peacefully to our Heavenly Father on August 23,2026 in Rockford, Illinois. Joyce was born on September 6, 1943, in Beloit, Wisconsin to Stephen and Henrietta McClellan. If you knew Joyce, you automatically would love her. She had a love of country music and square dancing, but her love of Elvis Presley was ridiculous to...
Ronald C. Wells Sr.
Aug 21, 2026
Ronald Clarence Wells, Sr., 89, of Rockford, passed away on August 21, 2026. He was born on August 25, 1936, in Cincinnati, OH, the son of Clarence and Lillian Wells. Ronald attended Colerain High School. He owned The Best Damned Bar and the Bridge Inn in Miamitown, Ohio, for many years. He had the perfect personality for being a bar...
Robert F. McGuire
Aug 21, 2026
Robert Fredrick McGuire, Sr. “Flyin’ Hawaiian”, 57, of Rockford, passed away on August 21, 2026, at UW in Madison, WI, after battling cancer. He was born on February 28, 1969, in Honolulu, HI, the son of Jimmie and Adeline McGuire, Sr. Robert graduated from Jefferson High School in 1987. He worked as a forklift driver for Kenco and was a...
Sondra Mayworm
Aug 17, 2026
In Loving Memory of Sondra Mayworm Sondra Mayworm, born in Rockford, Illinois on January 20, 1958, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on August 17, 2026. Sondra was an avid lover of music and reading. She loved going to concerts, spending time with her family, and was always up for a fun time. Known for being kind and warm-hearted,...
Ricky Kluesner
Aug 16, 2026
Ricky Donald Kluesner, 62, of Rockford, passed away on August 16, 2026. He was born on July 11, 1964, the son of Donald and Marion (Oviedo) Kluesner. Ricky married Julie M. Bradley on September 7, 1985. He worked for FedEx Freight as a truck driver for many years. In his free time, Ricky enjoyed playing golf, pool, and darts. He...
Patric A Fuller
Aug 16, 2026
Patric Allen Fuller, 56, of Rockford, passed away on August 16, 2026. Born December 10, 1969, in Rockford, the son of Raymond and Linda (Becker) Fuller. Patric was a simple man and enjoyed making memories with his family, especially his grandchildren. He enjoyed playing pranks and drinking beers with the boys. Patric was a die-hard Vikings and Alabama fan –...
Patricia Boekholder
Aug 14, 2026
Patricia Lee Boekholder, 70, of Rockford, passed away in her home on August 14, 2026. She was born on August 5, 1956, in Germany, the daughter of Melvin and Mildred (Myers) Boekholder. Both her parents served in the US Army. Her father was a Master Sargeant, and her mother was a nurse. Patty worked as a postal carrier for 24...
Susan J Weigle
Aug 12, 2026
Susan “Sue” Jean Weigle was born in New Castle, PA on January 5, 1947, to the late David and Jean (Pawley) Harris. She died peacefully at home in Rockford on August 12, 2026. Susan’s mother was a WWII bride from High Wycombe, England. Raised on a farm, in her early school years, she spoke with an English accent. She attended...
Robbie Joe Webster
Aug 9, 2026
Robbie Joe Webster, 71, of Rockford, passed away on August 9, 2026. She was born on September 23, 1954, in Chicago, IL, the daughter of Robert and Joanne (Barr) Ewing. Robbie worked many jobs over the years, but she was very proud to retire as a receptionist for the Ken Rock Community Center. She enjoyed sewing. She made many sewing...
