Brent Douglas Bowman
Mar 25, 2026
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Brent D. Bowman, who passed away on March 25, 2026, at the age of 67 following a sudden illness. Brent was born on June 22, 1958, in Rockford, Illinois, and spent most of his life in Pecatonica, Illinois. He dedicated over 40 years of hard work to Bay Valley Foods, where his...
Sharon Newman
Apr 26, 2026
Sharon Kay Newman, 68, of Rockford, passed away on April 26, 2026, after a long battle with cancer. She was born on June 23, 1957, in Rockford, the daughter of Herman and Darlene (Miller) Rauch. Sharon married Donald Newman on May 16, 2000, though their love story spanned 47 wonderful years together. Side by side, they owned and operated a...
Caroline R Witt
Apr 22, 2026
Caroline “Carol” Rose Witt (nee Fuscone) November 3, 1936-April 22, 2026, Age 89, of Rockford and Itasca, IL, passed away peacefully on April 22, 2026, at St. Anthony Hospital in Rockford after a brief illness. Carol was happiest when surrounded by her seven children and their families, which included twenty grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren. Carol leaves behind her children George...
Francisca Lara
Apr 17, 2026
Francisca R. Lara, 75, of Rockford, passed away on April 17, 2026. She was born on March 15, 1951, the daughter of Alberto and Trinidad Machado. She spent most of her life in Rockford, where she worked as a pharmacy technician at One Stop Pharmacy. A devoted wife to her husband, Jose, she cherished her family above all else. She...
Raymond Michael James
Apr 16, 2026
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the sudden passing of Raymond Michael James (Ray J) at the age of 57, a dedicated and beloved husband, father, and retired firefighter, whose warmth and kindness touched all who knew him. Ray passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 16, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of courage, kindness, perseverance, and unwavering love...
Bridget Anne Hall
Apr 14, 2026
Bridget Anne Hall (Fallon) 11/18/1959-4/14/2026 Bridget Hall, 66, of Rockford, IL passed away unexpectedly at St. Anthony's Hospital on April 14, 2026. Born on November 18, 1959, she was the daughter of Jack and Margaret Fallon. She worked at Elco for nearly 20 years and then made a career switch doing medical billing for the next decade. Bridget was known...
Brett M Bothwell
Apr 1, 2026
Brett Michael Bothwell, 38, of Machesney Park, passed away unexpectedly on April 1, 2026. He was born March 8, 1988, in Sterling, IL, the son of Ronald and Lorrie (Duncan) Bothwell. Brett attended Harlem High School and then went to Gateway in Lake Villa where he graduated at the age of 16. He went on to graduate from Rockford Career...
Frederick Kadyk
Mar 30, 2026
Frederick H. Kadyk, 90, of Rockford, Illinois, left this world on March 30, 2026. He was the second of five boys born to Elizabeth H. and J. Merion Kadyk. Fred enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1953 where, while serving, he met his beloved wife Janet (Rayner) Kadyk in Cambridge, England. Fred and Janet were wed on September 1, 1956,...
Patricia Johnson
Mar 29, 2026
Patricia G. Johnson, 80, passed away March 29th, 2026, surrounded by loved ones in her Roscoe home. Pat was born in Rugby, North Dakota on December 28th,1945, to Jack and Vernice (Lemke) Voeller. She grew up with 3 sisters and 5 brothers on her family’s farms in North Dakota and then when they moved to Black River Falls, Wisconsin. Pat...
Steven J Harms
Mar 29, 2026
Steven “Steve” John Harms, 70, of Rockford, passed away on March 29, 2026, at OSF St. Anthony Medical Center. He was born May 11, 1955, in Elgin, IL; the son of Raymond Harms and Dolores Stanton. He is survived by his sisters Donna Harms and Judy Stahl; brother Jeff Harms; long-time partner Kathy Sansone. He is preceded in death by...
Larry W Denhart
Mar 27, 2026
Larry W. Denhart, 84, of Loves Park, passed away on March 27, 2026, at Alden Debes Subacute Complex. He was born in Benton, IA on June 16, 1941; the son of Clarence and Eleanor (Busse) Denhart. Larry graduated from West High School in Rockford in 1959. He married Marjorie McCracken on April 6, 1963. She passed away on July 17,...
Robert T Meyer
Mar 27, 2026
Robert T. Meyer, 60, of Machesney Park, passed away, March 27, 2026, in his home unexpectedly. He was born on December 18, 1965, son of Larry and Barbara (Opsahl) Meyer, Jr. Robert graduated from Harlem High School in 1984. Most recently he was employed as an investor but before Essex closed, he worked for them for many years. Robert was...
Katherine Matilda Poole
Mar 26, 2026
Katherine Matilda Poole, 88, of Machesney Park, passed away in her home on March 26, 2026, surrounded by her family. She was born on May 20, 1937, in Roscoe, IL, the daughter of Delbert and Elizabeth (Meurat) Love. Katherine was married to Houston Swinney and then married George Poole. She was married to George for over 25 years, until he...
Diana Reynolds
Mar 23, 2026
Diana Joan Reynolds, age 75, was born on March 1, 1951, in Rockford, Illinois, to Janet and George Vogel. She was the second eldest of four daughters. On March 23, 2026, Diana passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by the love of her family, after a courageous battle with cancer and congestive heart failure. Diana attended Rockford East High School...
Teresa Lee
Mar 20, 2026
Teresa Louise (Thornlund) Lee, 60, of Rockford, passed away with scleroderma on March 20, 2026, at OSF St. Anthony Medical Center. She was born on July 25, 1965, in Rockford; the daughter of Ralph and Pauline) Frisella) Thornlund. Teresa graduated from East High School in 1983 and went on to graduate from Rockford School of Practical Nursing. On December 20,...
Candice D Morris
Mar 19, 2026
Candice “Candy” D. Morris, 77, passed away on March 19, 2026. She was born on July 30, 1948, to William and Arlene (Thibeault) Geiger. Candy began her career as a hairstylist after graduating high school, something she took pride in. She enjoyed going out to dinner with family and friends, sharing a meal and good memories. Above all, Candy deeply...
Carlene Ann Masters
Mar 17, 2026
Carlene Ann Masters, 71, of Dixon, IL, passed away on March 17, 2026, at OSF St. Anthony Medical Center. She was born on April 18, 1954, in Dixon, IL, the daughter of William and Joyce (Madden) Cover. Carlene married Don Masters on April 22, 1972. Carlene worked for Borg Warner for 10 years but spent most of her adult life...
Charles Graves
Mar 16, 2026
Charles “Chuck” Graves, 71, passed away on March 16, 2026. He was born on August 13, 1954, to Charles Graves and Juanita (Herbsleb) Flynn. Chuck and Sue started dating in June of 1998, and the two married on March 22, 2003. They shared many years together, filled with love and support. He dedicated over 20 years of his career as...
Catherine Aldridge
Mar 15, 2026
Catherine “Cathy” Elizabeth Aldridge, 78, of Stillman Valley, IL, passed away on March 15, 2026, at OSF St. Anthony Medical Center, with family by her side. She was born on January 23, 1948, in Belvidere, IL, the daughter of Charles and Ruby (Capes) Horath. Cathy graduated from Byron High School in 1966. While at Byron High School she was a...
Willie C. Davis
Mar 12, 2026
Willie C. Davis, 85, of South Beloit, formerly of Aurora, Colorado, passed away unexpectedly on March 12, 2026, at Beloit Memorial Hospital. He was born in Karnack, Texas; the son of Robert Davis and Loula Bell Russell. He married Juanita (Morales) Ponce in 2006. Willie and Juanita enjoyed traveling around the United States visiting family. He enjoyed riding his scooter...
