Terri Griffin
Jan 1, 2025
It is with profound sadness to announce the passing of our beloved Terri Rae Griffin (Stone), January 1, 2025, at the age of 58. Born on October 24, 1966, in Rockford, IL. She married the love of her life, Brian Griffin, on September 14, 2012, in Las Vegas and was very happily married for 12 years. She was a devoted...
Mary Massoth
Dec 30, 2024
Mary Ann Massoth, a lifelong resident of the Rockford region, died December 30 th of pancreatic cancer. She was 65. She attended Harlem High School and worked for the United States Post Office until retirement. She became part of the Boyd family early in life, helping to raise children for two generations. She will be most remembered for her ability...
Belinda Lund
Dec 29, 2024
Belinda Eldora (Scarpetta) Lund, beloved wife, mother, daughter, sister, grandmother, aunt, and friend, passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 29, 2024, at the age of 69. Born to Paul and Carol (Raymer) Scarpetta, Belinda grew up in Rockford and graduated from Auburn High School. Belinda devoted 48 remarkable years to Rockford Memorial Hospital where she was a chair for the...
Robert Landis
Dec 27, 2024
Robert Raymond “Bubba” Landis, 56, of Machesney Park, IL, passed away on December 27, 2024, in his home surrounded by his family. He was born on November 3, 1968, in Rockford; the son of William and Mary (Tangorra) Landis. He attended Harlem High School. He worked as a machinist for many years. Bubba married Kim Peterson on...
Terry Adams
Dec 27, 2024
Terry “Dean” Adams, AKA The Mayor, 76, of Rockford, passed away on December 27, 2024, in his home. He was born on July 8, 1948, in Peach Orchard, Arkansas; the son of Vester and Leona Mae (Brown) Adams. Dean was married to Donna “Dolly” Bennett. He worked as a welder, carpet layer, and was really a Jack-of-all-trades. Dean was also...
Gerald Sanders
Dec 26, 2024
Gerald “Jerry” L. Sanders, 66, of Rockford, passed away on December 26, 2024, in Rockford, IL, the son of Marvin Sanders Sr. and Virginia Williams. He graduated in 1977 from Harlem High School in Machesney Park, soon after he joined the Marines in 1977, with an honorable discharge in 1980. Jerry had known his wife Peggy Sanders for 26 years...
John Hawthorne
Dec 24, 2024
John Harold Hawthorne, 78, of Loves Park, passed away on December 24, 2024, in his home. He was born on July 12, 1946, in Rockford, IL, the son of James Howard Hawthorne and Catherine Burden. He was employed by Ingersoll for a million years. John was a woodworker for 29 years, he made everything from cabinets to beautiful wooden bowls....
John Keck
Dec 20, 2024
We regretfully announce the passing of John Lennon Keck born October 1, 1982, (42) He has left this Earth unexpectedly too soon Christmas Day, 2024. Everyone loved John, he made everyone laugh and would give the shirt off his back for you. John’s funny personality was able to touch the hearts of all. Many of his friends’ children would call...
Paul Condon
Dec 19, 2024
Paul Warren Condon was born on September 18, 1947, in Morristown, New Jersey.  From his boyhood he loved adventures in the outdoors. This led him to many athletic pursuits. Paul graduated from Wheaton Central High School (Wheaton, Illinois) where he was a part of the wrestling team. At Greenville College (Greenville, Illinois) Paul played soccer and majored in physical education. ...
Jeffrey Parker
Dec 18, 2024
Jeffrey Wayne Parker died unexpectedly on Dec. 18, 2024, of natural causes at the age of 56. He departed this earth in the same city he arrived in, Rockford, IL. His family and friends were, of course, heartbroken by his sudden passing. In life, Jeff was known endearingly as Parker, Papa Jeff, Uncle Gooney, and many others. He worked as...
Venita Walker
Dec 15, 2024
Venita Walker, 58, of Rockford, passed away on December 15, 2024. She was born November 23, 1966, in Gary, Indiana, to Catherine Pittman and Eddie B. Walker. She spent her childhood and many of her adult years in and around Itta Bena, MS. She is survived by brothers: Rodney Pittman, Anthony Walker, Antoine (Cherese) Pittman, and Lee Pittman; sisters: Gloria...
Willis Busker
Dec 15, 2024
Willis Busker passed away on December 15 th ,2024 at 10:45 am, peacefully in his home. Predeceased by his wife Linda Busker and parents Irvin and Alma Busker. He is survived by his son Philip Busker and his brother Richard (Susan)Busker Close family friends Zack M Sharpe and Clarissa Sharpe-Ehlers who were also his caretakers. Willis was an Army Veteran...
Steven Lundquist
Dec 14, 2024
Steven Bruce "Steve" Lundquist , 71, of Rockford, IL went home to be with his Lord and Savior on December 14, 2024, after suffering a brain aneurysm at OSF St. Anthony Hospital. Born on December 11, 1953, in Rockford, the son of Madelyn "Peggy" and Carl "Bill" Lundquist. Steve's devoted wife, Karen (Nelson) Lundquist and only son, Tyler Lundquist, are...
Edward Thompson
Dec 14, 2024
Edward P. Thompson, 80, of Capron, passed away in his home surrounded by his family. He was born on July 6, 1944, in Belvidere, the son of Raymond and Laurene (Kleckner) Thompson. Edward worked as a dairy farmer and retired from Dean Foods. Edward was the leader of his motorcycle club; he was the president and sole member of this...
Lisa Palmeno
Dec 13, 2024
Lisa Palmeno, age 60, of Rockford, Illinois passed away on Friday, December 13, 2024, surrounded by her close family. She was born on July 28, 1964, to James and Hazel (Hatfield) Palmeno. Raised in Rockford, IL, Lisa graduated from East High School in 1982. She then went on to attend college at Rockford University, graduating in 1987 with a Bachelor's...
Ashley Martin
Dec 7, 2024
Ashley Sue Martin, born on March 15, 1988, in Rockford, IL, passed away on December 6, 2024, in her beloved hometown. A passionate artist and tattooist, Ashley used her creative talents to express herself and connect with others. Her love for photography captured the beauty she saw in the world around her. From a young age, Ashley was a curious...
Frank Fransen
Dec 7, 2024
Frank J. (Mick) Fransen Jr. August 26, 1958 – December 7, 2024 Rockford, IL Frank J. "Mick" Fransen Jr., 66, of Rockford, IL, passed away peacefully at home on December 7, 2024. Born on August 26, 1958, in Oregon, IL, Mick's warmth, humor, and love for life touched everyone around him. He was preceded in death...
Harold Gifford
Dec 6, 2024
Harold W. “Curly” Gifford, 96, of Rockford, IL, passed away on December 6, 2024, at Wesley Willows Nursing Home. He was born May 11, 1928, the son of Fay and Alice (Stephenson) Gifford. He married Vivian C. (Owens) Weaver on September 2, 1966. Curly worked for Allied, Acme, and Meyer Concrete Companies, Zatrell Auto Body, and Cord Construction, retiring in...
Ronald Maxey
Nov 29, 2024
Ronald W. Maxey, 67, of Poplar Grove, passed away on November 29, 2024, in his home after a courageous battle with glioblastoma. He was born October 3, 1957, in Rockford, IL, the son of William “Bill” Ralph Maxey and Lois M. (Manon) Maxey. He married Mary Leffelman on April 24, 1993, in Genoa, IL. Ron was a mold maker and...
Randolph Lenz
Nov 29, 2024
Randolph “Randy” T. Lenz, 63, of Loves Park, passed away on November 29, 2024. He was born on August 21, 1961, in Rockford, IL, the son of Jack Henry Lenz and Mary (Pliess) Grande. Randy was a contractor for several years. He was an avid fan of the Chicago Cubs, the Miami Dolphins, and enjoyed watching NASCAR and rooting for...
