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...
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...
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...
Michelle Caron Frickman
Mar 12, 2026
Michelle C. Frickman, 54, of Belvidere, passed away on March 12, 2026, at OSF St. Anthony Medical Center. She was born on April 16, 1971, in Rockford, daughter of Craig and Gloria (Harrison) Totz. Michelle is survived by one child; her parents; and brother Mark Totz. She is predeceased by her son Mason Frickman. A graveside service will be held...
Marjorie A Carlson
Mar 11, 2026
Marjorie Ann Carlson, 80, of Rockford went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, March 11. She was born in Rockford on October 19, 1945, the daughter of Eugene and Mildred (Parnham) Scott. Marjorie graduated from West High School in 1964. She went on to attend the American Academy of Art in Chicago. Marjorie was an accomplished...
Raymond E Rhodes Jr.
Mar 10, 2026
Raymond Edward Rhodes, Jr., 78, passed away on March 10, 2026, due to a sudden illness. He was born on June 9, 1947, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, to Raymond Sr. and Adeline (Tews) Rhodes. Raymond graduated from Pecatonica High School in 1966. He dedicated much of his life to his work as the owner of an excavating business, a career he...
Margaret J Christopher
Mar 9, 2026
Margaret Jeannette Christopher, AKA Jeannette-Aunt Nettie went to heaven on Monday March 9, 2026, with family by her side, at Alpine Fireside where she had been residing for the last 6 years. Jeannette was the oldest of five children being born to Leo Christopher and Hazel (Murray) Christopher. Jeannette was born on December 10, 1927, in Shullsburg, Wisconsin. In 1935...
Waltina Piwcewicz
Mar 9, 2026
Waltina “Tina” Piwcewicz, 68, of Loves Park, IL, passed away surrounded by family on March 9, 2026. She was born on October 31, 1957, in Chicago, IL, the daughter of Walter and Stephanie Kotlinski. Her parents named her Waltina, Wal from her dad’s name and her godchild’s name Tina, so dad would have a namesake. She graduated from Ridgewood High...
Jeanine McGrew
Feb 28, 2026
Jeanine Kay McGrew September 6,1966 - February 28,2026 Jeanine Kay McGrew was born on September 6, 1966, in Rockford Illinois. She passed away on February 28, 2026, in Rockford IL. from multiple long-term health complications. She was the daughter of Kenneth and Sheila (Whelan) McGrew. Jeanine graduated from Harlem High School in Loves Park IL. class of 1984. After graduating...
Greg Wright
Feb 28, 2026
Greg of Lake Summerset, Davis, IL left his Soul Cage while the planets aligned on February 28. He was born in Rockford to Francis “Fritz” Wright and Maxine (Nicholas) Wright. He grew up in the Rockford area, always by a river or lake where he could canoe or sail. He was an Eagle Scout and enjoyed many trips to Quetico...
Gwen Eads
Feb 19, 2026
Gwen R. Eads, 65, passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 19, 2026, at Dixon Rehabilitation Center, surrounded by her family. Gwen was born March 22, 1960, in Klamath Falls, Oregon, to Sharon (Carbaugh) and Gordon Rolofson. She is survived by her son, Josh Eads; her daughter Jessica (James Heath) Eads; her grandchildren Treyton, Brinley, and Maci; her sister Kelly (Mike)...
Linda L. Stevens
Feb 18, 2026
Linda Stevens, 76, passed away peacefully on February 18, 2026, at Heartline Hospice Care in Rockford, IL. She was born in Springfield to George and Emmadell Carnduff on March 14, 1949. Linda grew up in Springfield and graduated from Springfield High School in 1967. She then began a long career working as an operator for Illinois Bell. When that office...
Charles Edward Thompson
Feb 16, 2026
Charles Edward Thompson, 76, of Rockford, passed away on February 16, 2026. He was born on May 28, 1949, in Beloit, Wisconsin, the son of Paul and Genevieve (Copus) Thompson. Charles graduated from Guilford High School in 1968 and proudly served his country in the United States Navy during the Vietnam Era. On November 21, 1970, Charles married the love...
James Earl Nelson
Feb 15, 2026
James Earl Nelson, 54, of Machesney Park, passed away on February 15, 2026. Known by his friends as the “Dog Father”. James graduated on May 27, 1994, from Harlem High School, which led him down the path to being a carpenter. James was very close with his family, but his friends were like the family that would never go home....
