Thomas Swisher
Aug 27, 2025
It is with heavy hearts and profound love that we announce the passing of our beloved Tommy Swisher who left this world on August 27th, 2025, at the age of 50. Born on November 2nd, 1974, in Rockford, Tommy lived a life defined by kindness, strength, and unwavering positivity that touched everyone around him. Even in the face of great...
Robin Ferguson
Aug 25, 2025
Robin Ann Ferguson, of Rockford, Illinois, passed away surrounded by love and family. She will be remembered for her fierce spirit, generous heart, and the way she lit up every room she entered. Robin cherished life's simple joys—her favorite holiday was Christmas, when she found delight in giving, decorating, and bringing everyone together. She also found peace and happiness in...
Jared Hammack
Aug 23, 2025
Jared Lee Hammack, 48, passed away on August 23, 2025, born May 4, 1977. Son to Leonard Lee and Connie (Teeters) Hammack. Jared graduated from Hononegah High School in 1995. He was a caring man with a big heart who loved deeply and generously. Known for his remarkable talent in carpentry and plumbing, he had a gift for building and...
James Witterholt, Sr.
Aug 21, 2025
James B. Witterholt, Sr., 60, of Dekalb, passed away suddenly on August 21, 2025, at Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital. He was born on August 15, 1965; the son of Joseph and Sylvia (Sukowski) Witterholt. James married Brigette L. Miller on February 14, 1992. He enjoyed listening to rock music and taught himself how to play the guitar. He enjoyed fishing...
Shirley Moore
Aug 20, 2025
Shirley R. Moore, 92, formerly of Sycamore, died Wednesday, August 20, 2025. She was born May 30,1933, in Green Island, Iowa, to Albert and Ruth (Ottaway) Worden. Shirley moved to Sycamore and graduated from Sycamore High School on June 8, 1950. She married Thomas "Jake" Moore on October 16, 1954, in St. Mary Catholic Church in Sycamore. She worked as...
Scott Takamoto
Aug 15, 2025
Scott Takamoto, 66, of Rockford, IL, passed away peacefully in his sleep on August 15, 2025, at the Serenity Hospice and Home in Oregon, IL, after a long battle with diabetes. Scott accepted Jesus Christ into his heart as his savior and has gone home to join his loved ones. Scott was born on August 17, 1958, in Rockford, IL;...
Rodney Nystrom
Aug 15, 2025
Rodney "Rod" Nystrom, age 57, of Rockford, passed away on August 15, 2025, at home. He was born on December 29, 1967, the son of Richard and Catherine (Camp) Nystrom. He graduated from Jefferson High School in 1985. Rod loved roller-skating in his earlier years, with Skateland being his primary hangout spot with his friends. His other passion was classic...
Sibyl Hale
Aug 14, 2025
Sibyl Marie (Cooley) Hale passed away peacefully at Swedish American Hospital in Rockford, Illinois on August 14, 2025, at the age of 90. Sibyl was born on November 29, 1934, to Rollin and Beulah (Boultinghouse) Cooley. Sibyl attended Alton, Kansas schools and was a 1952 graduate of Alton, Kansas High School. Sibyl spent many years working in clerical and administrative...
Harry Burzell
Aug 13, 2025
Harry Samuel Burzell, 87, of Rockford, passed away on August 13, 2025, at UW Swedish American Hospital. He was born on December 11, 1937, in Muscatine, IA; the son of Alden E. and Florence J. (Smith) Burzell. Harry married Christine Tripp on January 5, 1979. He worked in a Tool and Die factory and as bartender for 29 years at...
Teresa Downing
Aug 12, 2025
Teresa Downing July 12, 1959 – August 12, 2025 Teresa Downing, 66, of Rockford, Illinois, passed away peacefully on August 12, 2025, due to complications from a stroke. She was born on July 12, 1959, in Rockford, Illinois, and was raised by her mother, Charlotte Moore Onley, and stepfather, Donald Onley. Though school had always felt intimidating, Terri overcame her...
Lester Guffey
Aug 12, 2025
Lester Eugene Guffey, 90, of Rockford, passed away on August 12, 2025, at Alden Park Strathmoor. He was born in Freeport, IL; the son of Joseph and Mabel Guffey. He served in the US Army as a Private First Class. He was awarded the Good Conduct Medal and was a sharpshooter (Carbine). He married Reitha Charlene Bond...
Bradley Hunter
Aug 9, 2025
Born 10/12/1958 in Rockford, Illinois. Graduate of Auburn High school class of 1976. Confirmed at Zion Lutheran Church in 1971. Died recently of lung cancer 8/9/2025, after onset in 2024. Worked at various furniture firms, House of Lindberg, Rockford Furniture Mart, Rockford Standard. His nephew Ryan Hunter marveled at his knowledge of all the streets for delivery in the...
Jalaine Taylor
Aug 8, 2025
Jalaine Elizabeth Taylor, of Rockford, Illinois, passed away peacefully on August 8, 2025, at the age of 80. Born on October 3, 1944, Jalaine was the beloved daughter of Elzathera and Emma Jean (Lively) Taylor. She lived a life full of love, faith, and quiet strength. A devoted follower of the Lord, Jalaine's life reflected warmth, and compassion in all...
Amber Payne
Aug 8, 2025
Amber Nicole Payne, 37, of Rockford, passed away on August 8, 2025. She was born on October 16, 1987, in Elgin, IL, the daughter of Rick Payne and Dawn Nelson. She was a graduate of Auburn High School and Rock Valley College. Amber worked as a clerk and cashier for the 7-Eleven and a waitress for Rosatti's Pizza. Amber loved...
Daniel Cooper
Aug 6, 2025
Daniel Lee Cooper, 70, of Rockford, Illinois, passed away August 6, 2025, in his home. Born March 1,1955, in Rockford Illinois. The son of Harlod L. Cooper and Mary L. Matthews (Cooper - D'amico). Dan graduated from Harlem High School, class of 1973. He received a Mechanical Engineering Degree from RVC. Worked at National Lock as a header die operator,...
Joseph Concialdi
Aug 5, 2025
Joseph Ronald Concialdi, aged 60, passed away peacefully on August 5, 2025 . Born on April 29, 1965 , in Rockford, IL, he was the son of Ronald and Shirley (Wheeler) Concialdi. A proud graduate of Harlem High School's Class of 1983 where classmates affectionately voted him "Class Genius". Joe began his higher education at Northwestern University before...
Michael Lafferty
Aug 2, 2025
Michael H. Lafferty, 58, of Mazomanie, WI, passed away on August 2, 2025, after a long battle with cancer, surrounded by his family in Rockford. He was born on January 1, 1967, in Rockford; the son Spencer and Mary Jo (Durham) Lafferty. He was the first baby born in the new year and received all the gifts that go along...
Richard Anderegg
Aug 1, 2025
Richard "Sean" Anderegg, 48, of Loves Park, passed away on August 1, 2025, at UW Swedish American. He was born on January 26, 1977, in Arlington Heights, IL; the son of Richard Anderegg, Jr. and Terri Sawicki. Sean graduated from North Boone High School in 1994. He worked for Hennig as a maintenance mechanic. Sean's interests included guns, drinking beer,...
Rebecca Gorawski
Jul 28, 2025
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...
James Van Hauen
Jul 27, 2025
James Robert Van Hauen, lovingly known as "Jim" or "Big Foot," passed away on July 27, 2025, at the age of 72. Born on January 12, 1953, Jim was the beloved son of Donald Van Hauen and Eloise Welsh Van Hauen. On July 8, 1974, Jim married the love of his life after a whirlwind romance. Together, they shared over...
