Rebecca L. Gorawski, 85 of Loves Park, IL passed away on July 28, 2025. Born September 21, 1939, in Waverly Tennessee, to the parents of Walter and Annie Mae (Wright) Craft. She was a fiercely independent and spirited women, known for her strong will and unapologetic personality. It was her way or no way, and she never held back from speaking her mind. Rebecca had a love for shopping an always sought out the best money could buy.
Rebecca bold presence and unwavering nature left a lasting impression on everyone who knew her.
She is survived by her children Avery Wayne (Janet) Faulkner; Cora Lynn (Craig) Watson; Debra (Luke) Schwede, and Lance (Amy) Schwede. 22 grandchildren; 32 great-grandchildren and 9 great-great grandchildren. As well as her significant other Carl Hall. Her beloved pets Charlotte; Bubba, and Timmy Two. Siblings, Bobby (Susie) Craft; family would like to give special thanks to Mercy Hospital for their generosity and kindness.
Rebecca is proceeded in death by her parents, her husbands; Curtis Faulkner; Willian Schwede; Henry Gorawaski. She also proceeded in death by her children, Rebecca Ann (Joe) Kozak; Mary Ruth (Roland) Zierk, and Walter Allen (Linda) Faulkner; and her siblings Roy (Cathy) Craft, and David (Sharon) Craft.