Cary Sheley
Apr 13, 2023
UPDATED SERVICE INFORMATION: Cary A. Sheley, 62, of Rockford, passed away unexpectedly April 7, 2023 surrounded by family, at OSF St. Anthony Medical Center. Born April 11, 1960, in Rockford, the son of Dale and Mary (Schilling) Sheley. Cary graduated from East High School in 1978. He played trombone in the band and jazz band. He went to Millikin University...
Jeffrey Ebert
Apr 13, 2023
Jeffrey Allen Ebert, 29, of Rockford, passed away on April 10, 2023, in his home. He was born on May 8, 1993, in Rockford; the son of Allen Ebert and Bonnie Diehl Weber. Jeffrey graduated from Harlem High School in 2012. He had been working for the Lowe’s distribution center in logistics. Jeffrey was an avid Cubs and Bulls fan,...
Marybeth Hutchison
Apr 7, 2023
Marybeth Hutchison, 78, of DeKalb Illinois passed away Tuesday April 4, 2023, in DeKalb Illinois at Aperion Care (previously Pine Acres) where she had lived for almost 6 years during her debilitating journey with Alzheimer’s. Born Mary Elizabeth Ehrler in Sycamore Illinois to Donald and Ruth (McPherson) Ehrler on March 31, 1945. She married Gregory J. Hutchison on September 4,...
Adrian Erickson
Apr 7, 2023
Adrian “Ace” J. Erickson, 81, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family after a long battle with colon cancer on Tuesday, April 4, 2023, at Amberwood Care Centre. Adrian was born on August 22, 1941, to Jenney and John Erickson in Audobon, Minnesota, where he spent most of his early life. With his roots to Minnesota, he became an avid...
Rheta Zellner
Mar 31, 2023
Rheta R Zellner, born January 23, 1939 to Johanna & Peter C. Zellner joined her siblings, Marion Konopa, Joe, Carl, Leonard, Peter, Kenneth, Myrtle Tackes, Bob, and Bernie in death. Rheta was born in Arpin, Wisconsin and spent the better share of her childhood in and around Wisconsin, Rapids. Rheta education included St. James grade School Belvidere Il. for a...
William Lindquist
Mar 31, 2023
William “Bill” D. Lindquist, 80, of Loves Park, Illinois, passed away on Monday, March 27, 2023, at Javon Bea Hospital in Rockford. Bill was born to Berniece and Howard Lindquist in Rockford on November 24, 1942. After school, Bill went on to own B & H Roofing and Siding for over 30 years. He loved animals, especially his cats. Bill...
Stephanie Contreras
Mar 30, 2023
On March 22, 2023, Stephanie Antonia Contreras at the age of 41 years old, loving daughter, sister, and aunt, received her wings and went to walk with the angels. She is survived by her mother, Dana G. Contreras; daughters, Alexis Rose and Kadie Danielle Reitman; son, Reece Gabriel Peters; sister, Aimee Miranda; nephews, Jonathan “Jake” Harold M. Contreras and Christopher...
Ronald Rakowski
Mar 27, 2023
Ronald B. Rakowski, 67, of Markesan, WI (formerly Hampshire, IL) passed away suddenly on March 25, 2023 at home. Born on November 17, 1955 to James and Berneice Rakowski in Elgin, Illinois. Ron graduated from Burlington Central High School in 1973. In 1975 Ron married the love of his life, Cindy (Allen) Rakowski. Ron spent over 41 years in the...
Richard Frazer
Mar 27, 2023
Richard Lee Frazer, 82, of Rockford, Illinois, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 25, 2023. Richard was born on March 4, 1941, in Belvidere, Illinois, to biological parents, Leslie and Gladys Frazer, but raised by aunt and uncle, Rozel and Genieve Frazer. He graduated Belvidere High School in 1960, and went on to work at several local factories before retiring...
Jacqueline Barone-Mcclellan
Mar 26, 2023
Jacqueline Sue McClellan, age 58, died peacefully in the arms of her husband and surrounded by her children on March 24, 2023, at her home in Machesney Park, IL after a courageous battle with cancer. Jacki was born on October 29, 1964, in Great Falls, Montana to James and Carol Barone. She was raised by Steven and Carol Sawyer. She...
Michael Kovanda
Mar 25, 2023
Michael C. Kovanda, departed this earthly life for the stars on Thursday, March 16th, 2023 after a short yet brave battle with pancreatic cancer. He was born to Joseph and Bernadette Kovanda on March 1st, 1947 in Rockford, IL shortly before his twin brother Steven. Not long after, the boy’s worlds would be changed forever as their mother Bernadette (Thill)...
Mark Wilke
Mar 24, 2023
Mark A. Wilke, 42, of Rockford, Illinois, passed away at home on Tuesday, March 14, 2023. Mark was born on August 2, 1980, in Woodstock, Illinois to Wayne Wilke and Denise Wilke. Mark attended Page Park School and Barbara Olsen Center of Hope in Rockford. He enjoyed doodling, and spending time with his family- especially his nephews. He is survived...
Wendell Webb
Mar 21, 2023
Wendell W. Webb, Sr., 80, of Rockford, passed away in his home, surrounded by his family, on March 18, 2023. Born January 2, 1943, in Trumann, Arkansas; son of Kelly and Helen (Whitlatch) Webb. Wendell married Joan Wolf on January 3, 1963. He worked as a supervisor for Chrysler for 32 years. He was a member of St. Edward Church...
Susan Knutson
Mar 20, 2023
Susan Rae Knutson (Sue) 67 of Loves Park, IL passed away in her home on March 15, 2023, due to a sudden illness. She was born August 12, 1955, to Oris and Elizabeth (Austin) Knutson in Belvidere, Illinois. She Attended Guilford High School. She married Randy St. Cin May 8, 1976, and had three children. She was a long-time member...
Nathan Frey
Mar 17, 2023
Nathan Patrick Frey, 49, of Rockford, passed away in his home on March 5, 2023. He was born December 19, 1973, in Rockford: the son of Charles and Mary (Moore) Frey. Nathan enjoyed football and was an avid Steelers fan. He enjoyed listening to music, especially The Doors. He also enjoyed reading about history, particularly the Titanic. Survivors include his...
Sally Cuenca
Mar 15, 2023
Sally Jane Cuenca (Ohrwall), 40, of Beloit, Wisconsin, passed away on Saturday, March 11, 2023, at Beloit Memorial Hospital. Sally was born on March 18, 1982, to Delma Christy and Alan Ohrwall in McHenry, Illinois. She attended Badger High School. Sally was a methodist, and attended Wesley Christian Methodist Episcopal (CME) Church in Beloit. She also enjoyed playing pool, watching...
Gloria Ohnstad
Mar 15, 2023
Gloria May Ohnstad, 84, of Kings, Illinois, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 12, 2023. Gloria was born to Leslie and Alice (Meinert) Englehart on July 22, 1938 in Winnebago, Illinois, and shortly after they moved to Rockford, Illinois, where she attended school until she was 15 years old. Gloria went to work at A&W Root Beer stand, where she...
Betty Means
Mar 14, 2023
Betty Jo Means, 87, of Rockford, Illinois, passed away peacefully at Riverbluff Nursing Home on Friday, March 10, 2023. Betty Jo was born on March 6, 1939, in Beloit, Wisconsin, to Marian Dary. She worked several jobs in the area as a secretary, but spent the majority of her career at National Lock for 20 years. Betty Jo loved the...
Sandra Vail
Mar 13, 2023
Sandy M (Kiely) Vail 65 of Belvidere, IL went to her heavenly home on March 12, 2023 with her family by her side. Born July 6, 1957 in Belvidere to William “Joe” Kiely and Dorothy (Turnipseed) Kiely. She graduated from Belvidere High School and married Michael L. Vail on February 4, 1978 where they had two children Lisa and Joe....
Sharynn Cadwell
Mar 9, 2023
Sharynn Anne Cadwell, 82, of Machesney Park, passed away in her home on March 5, 2023. She was born February 20, 1941, in Rockford; the daughter of Henry and Marion (Griffey) Anderson. Sharynn worked at River Buff Nursing Home in her early 20’s before becoming a loan mortgage processor for area banks, retiring from Amcore Mortgage. Sharynn loved gardening and ...
