Joseph Hines
Jul 31, 2024
Joseph Rogers Hines, affectionately known as Joe, passed away suddenly and peacefully in his home on July 30, 2024, likely while watching his beloved Chicago Cubs. Born into a family full of love and laughter, Joe is survived by his sisters, Julie Hines-Lyman (Mike Lyman) and Nancy Wicklund (Greg), as well as his brother, Anthony Hines. He leaves behind his...
William Smedley
Jul 29, 2024
With great sorrow, William “Bob” Robert Smedley, 80, of Rockford, Illinois passed away suddenly on July 29, 2024. Bob was born on June 30, 1944, and grew up in a very lively and fun household with Mary Ellen “Mel” and George Thomas “Tommy”. He was generous, charming, compassionate, loving, and above all else, an amazing father, brother, and son. He...
Michael Foltz
Jul 27, 2024
It is with great sadness that we share the news that Michael "Mikey" R. Foltz, 41 of Rockford chose to take his own life on July 27, 2024. Mikey was born on June 14, 1983, in Rockford to Randy and Terri (DeGarmo) Foltz. Mikey was a lifelong resident of Rockford. He worked as an auto mechanic. He was an ace...
Greg Niedorowski
Jul 25, 2024
Greg Niedorowski, 67, of Poplar Grove, passed away at OSF St. Anthony Medical Center, on July 25, 2024. He was born on March 1, 1956, in Chicago; the son of Leo and Angeline Niedorowski. He attended Lane Tech High School. Greg married Lorraine Niedorowski on October 10, 1985. Greg was a night shift worker and he was of the catholic...
Richard Messling
Jul 23, 2024
Richard Lee Messling, 78, departed from this life on July 23, 2024, in his home, surrounded by his family after a battle with cancer. Rich was born on February 25, 1946, in Prairie du Chien, WI, the son of Paul and Ramona. Rich married Terri Martin on April 30, 1966, and they had 3 children, Deanna, Rick, and Brad. Richard...
Vickie Jambor
Jul 23, 2024
Vickie Jambor, 73 of Putnum, IL. Formerly of Hampshire, IL Passed away on July 23, 2024, in OSF St. Anthony. Vickie was born to Henry and Vivian (Keeker) Schumacher on April 22, 1951, in Elgin, IL. Vickie graduated from Dundee Community High School in 1970. She married Alvin Jambor on July 15, 1987. She was a school bus driver for...
Nancy Thorne
Jul 20, 2024
Nancy Sue Thorne, 87, of Rockford, passed away on July 20, 2024, at River Bluff Nursing Home, after a long illness. She was born on May 26, 1937, in Rochelle, IL; the daughter of Alfred and Gladys Horton. Nancy attended Rochelle High School. She married Jack L. Horne on April 24, 1965. Nancy loved the Lord. She cheered for her...
Darlene Scott
Jul 18, 2024
Darlene Kay (Ross) Scott of Machesney Park IL., entered Glory on July 18, 2024, at home with her family after a brief illness. Formerly of German Valley, IL, Darlene graduated from Forreston High School in 1962, and married her high school sweetheart Michael Howard Scott in 1964. They initially resided in southern Illinois after marrying before relocating to Rockford and...
Judy Williams
Jul 15, 2024
Judy Kay Williams, 76, of Roscoe, Illinois passed away on Monday, July 15, 2024, with family at her side. She was born on October 1, 1947; the daughter of Vincent Traina and Harriett (Whipple) Traina. Judy was a graduate of Guilford High School and Marquette University. Judy was a devoted parishioner of Church of the Holy Spirit in Roscoe, where...
Thomas Maas
Jul 12, 2024
Thomas C. Maas, age 80, of Rockford, IL, passed away peacefully in his home, July 12, 2024, after a long battle from 3 prior strokes. Thomas was born May 18, 1944, in Rockford, IL, to Mary L. and Raymond C. Maas of Cherry Valley. Married to Diane Jean (Carlson) Maas who passed away on September 22, 1973, from a short...
Vicki Nyman
Jul 11, 2024
Vicki Louise Nyman, 73, of Rockford, passed away in her home, surrounded by her family, on July 11, 2024. She was born in Stillman Valley; the daughter of Leon and Mary (Church) Livingston, Sr. She married Dennis A. Nyman on July 9, 1976 in Rockford, he passed away this past November 21, 2023. Vicki was very proud to say she...
Roy Rummel
Jul 11, 2024
Roy G. Rummel, 79, of Belvidere, passed away on July 11, 2024, with family by his side. Born February 28, 1945, in Freeport, IL; the son of George and Etta (Britsch) Rummel. Roy married Ruth L. Hodgson on June 9, 1968, in Seward, IL. He owned Roy’s Barber Shop in Leaf River and German Valley. He also worked for Micro...
Kevin Thompson
Jul 8, 2024
Kevin J. Thompson, 70, of Rockford, passed away peacefully in his home on July 8, 2024. He was born on March 27, 1954, in Rockford; the son of John Henry and Dorothy (Cook) Thompson. He worked as an auto mechanic and a truck driver. Kevin was a member of the Allen Chapel AME Church in Rockford. He enjoyed fishing, and...
Sydilra Mcgowian
Jul 6, 2024
Sydilra (Carter) McGowian, was born October 30, 1933, to Edward and Clara Carter in Hallsville, Texas. The family includes L.S., Roy, Charles, Lula, and Delena. Sydilra attended Weldon Elementary School and High School for 17 years, then moved to Milwaukee, Wisconsin and graduated from North Division High School. She met Rev. James L. McGowian, Sr. and was married January 28,...
Shirley Sutton
Jun 27, 2024
Shirley Ann Sutton, 73, of Byron, passed away peacefully on June 27, 2024, at Generations, surrounded by her family. Born November 14, 1950, in Oregon, IL, Shirley was the cherished daughter of Charles “Chalkeye” and Mary (Shugars) McInturff. She attended Mt. Morris High School and later married Robert J. Sutton on October 22, 1993; he preceded her in death on...
Henry Schumacher
Jun 27, 2024
Henry “Hinie” A.J. Schumacher, 82, of Machesney Park, passed away in his home on June 27, 2024. He was born on October 24, 1941, in Woodstock, IL; the son of Henry and Florence (Groskinsky) Schumacher. Hinie was in the US Marine Corps. He married Sally (Ward) Davis on September 1, 1990, she predeceased him on September 19, 2023. Hinie worked...
Robert Dickson
Jun 25, 2024
Robert “Bobby” Alan Dickson, Jr., 46, of Dixon, IL, passed away on June 25, 2024. He was born in Dixon, the son of Robert, Sr. and Charmain (Allen) Dickson. He graduated from Dixon High School in 1995. His most recent job was working for Raynor Manufacturing. Bobby enjoyed watching Nascar and was a Dale Ernhardt, Jr. fan. He also watched...
Shelley Cox
Jun 23, 2024
Shelley Rae Cox-Beyer, 59, of Rockford, IL, passed away on Sunday, June 23, 2024. She was born March 12, 1965, in Michigan to Shirley “Jack” and Vera Pratt. She was a graduate of Auburn High School. She married Deryl “Bradley” Beyer on November 13, 2020. Shelley loved spending time with family and friends. She enjoyed sharing music with her husband...
Daniel Pattison
Jun 22, 2024
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our cherished Daniel Pattison, 70, of Loves Park, IL, who passed away on June 22, 2024. Born on July 2, 1953, in Rockford, Daniel was a devoted husband, father, brother, and grandfather who lived with a passion for the outdoors and a deep love for his family. He was proud of the...
Edwin Neubauer
Jun 21, 2024
Edwin Paul Neubauer, a nearly life-long resident of Beloit, passed away on June 21, 2024, at the age of 92. Ed was born in South Beloit, the son of Paul H. Neubauer, a German immigrant and employee at the Beloit Iron Works. Following the death of his father when he was eight years old, his mother, Edith, and his four...
