Patricia Jo Doyle-Erickson
Feb 15, 2026
Patricia Jo Doyle-Erickson, 60, of Roscoe, Illinois, passed away peacefully on February 15, 2026, in Roscoe, following a long and courageous health journey. She was surrounded by her loved ones. Patricia was born on October 7, 1965, in Rockford, Illinois, to Charles and Christine Doyle. She graduated from Boylan Catholic High School and later attended Rock Valley College. Patricia dedicated...
David L Schwitters
Feb 9, 2026
David L. Schwitters, 70, passed away on February 9, 2026. He was born on August 30, 1955, at Chanute Air Force Base to Charles and Patricia Schwitters and grew up in Rochelle, Illinois. David proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps from 1973 to 1977. He often shared stories of his experiences with pride and humor. He...
Yvonne McCully Williams
Feb 7, 2026
Yvonne McCully, born on January 25, 1942, to the late Joe W. Graham and Elzira McCully in Louisville, Mississippi. She was the eldest of five children and was preceded in death by one sister and two brothers. At an early age, Yvonne relocated to Chicago, Illinois, where she received her education at Kenwood High School, now known as Kenwood Academy...
Steven Scott Wagner
Feb 6, 2026
Steven Scott Wagner, 55, of Belvidere, passed away February 6, 2026, in his home, surrounded by his family. He was born June 26, 1970, the son of Margaret Wagner. Steve proudly served in the US Navy as a Petty Officer 2nd Class, working as an air framer. He married Lynne V. Eder on August 4, 2000. He worked as a...
Victor Schoonover
Feb 4, 2026
Victor Duane Schoonover, 48, of Rockford, passed away on February 4, 2026, after a courageous battle with cancer. He was surrounded by his family. He was born on November 3, 1977, in Beloit, WI; the son of Clark and Alice (Koch) Schoonover. Victor graduated from South Beloit High School in 1995. In high school, he spearheaded a recycling program and...
Earl Lawrence Cavanaugh
Feb 2, 2026
Earl (Larry) Cavanaugh August 12, 1947 – February 2, 2026 Larry passed away in the early hours of February 2, 2026, at his home from Bulbar ALS, a rare and aggressive form of the disease. He is deeply missed by all who knew him. Music was the through-line of Larry's life. He taught himself piano using guitar chords, and by...
Ronald Seiring
Jan 30, 2026
Ronald M. Seiring of Loves Park, age 73, entered into his eternal home on January 30, 2026, after a long illness and surrounded by love that he built over a lifetime. He faced his challenges with quiet strength and humor. Through it all, his love for his family and friends never wavered. They were his heart and greatest joy. Though...
Janis Gayle Warren
Jan 28, 2026
Janis G. Warren, 78, passed away peacefully on January 28, 2026, at OSF Hospital following a stroke. She was born on August 23, 1947, in Elgin, Illinois, to Harold and Margaret Ackerson. Janis graduated from Dundee High School in 1965, where she graduated summa cum laude, and went on to attend Southern Illinois University, Throughout her life, Janis wore many...
Kristine Kay St. Vincent
Jan 27, 2026
Kristine “Tina” St. Vincent (Manning), age 62, passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by family on January 27th, 2026, in Rockford, IL. Tina was born on June 7th, 1963, at Swedish American Hospital in Rockford, IL. Tina graduated from Jefferson High School in 1981 where she was a member of the poms team, senior class president, and homecoming queen....
Owen Douglas Stanley
Jan 24, 2026
Owen Douglas Stanley was born on July 29, 1949, in Cullman, Alabama, to Earl and Artie Stanley. He passed away after a courageous battle with Alzheimer’s disease. Owen was united in marriage to his beloved wife, Susan R. Stanley (Bender), on February 24, 2001. They were married at the Victorian Rose Garden Bed and Breakfast west of Rockford. Throughout his...
Dawn Marie Leigh
Jan 23, 2026
Dawn Marie Leigh, age 54, passed away on January 23, 2026. She was born on February 9, 1971, to Mary C. Orlandi. Dawn graduated from Jefferson High School in 1991. Over the years, she worked at McDonald’s, Goldie Floberg, and the Barbara Olson Center of Hope, where she dedicated her time and care to others. She was a faithful member...
Virginia Elliott
Jan 21, 2026
Virginia “Ginny” Elliott, age 72, entered into eternal rest on January 21, 2026, in Rockford, Illinois, surrounded by the love of her family. Ginny was a devoted wife, cherished mother and daughter, beloved sister and aunt, and an adoring grandma and GiGi. Her life was a testament to unconditional love, strength, and selflessness. Ginny spent her early years in Chicago,...
Aidan Gregory McLane
Jan 21, 2026
Aidan Gregory Mclane, 28, of Rockford, Illinois, was born on November 2, 1997, at Rockford Memorial Hospital to Jeremy W. Mclane and Angela Chapman. Aidan tragically passed away on January 19, 2026, at Aldeen Park. Aidan graduated from Auburn High School in 2017, where they were proud to be part of the CAPA Program and deeply committed to staying in...
Linda Renee Baumgartner
Jan 19, 2026
Linda Renee Baumgartner, 61, of Rockford, passed away unexpectedly on January 19, 2026, in her home. She was born on May 3, 1964, in Rockford, the daughter of Dale and Sally (Bolton) Harding. Linda graduated from Roosevelt High School and worked at Rockford Memorial Hospital in the emergency room for over 20 years. Linda enjoyed cooking the recipes passed down...
Terry Winchester
Jan 18, 2026
Terry Wayne Winchester, 81, of Machesney Park, passed away on January 18, 2026, after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born on January 7, 1945, in Beloit, WI, the son of Charles and Doris (Malhum) Winchester. His family later moved to Hebron, IL. Terry graduated from Hebron High School. He played football, a sport he loved. He had to...
Lee McGrew
Jan 17, 2026
Lee Burnell McGrew, born March 17, 1979, in Steamboat Springs, Colorado, passed away on January 17, 2026, at his parents’ home in Freeport, Illinois. He is survived by his parents, Thomas and Georgeanna McGrew; his sister, Heather (Michael) Dietmeier; his brother, Heath (Andrea) McGrew; his nephews, Keaton Coles and Jacob (Erin) McGrew; his niece, Taylor (Drake) Merrick; and his great-niece,...
Kay Keith
Jan 16, 2026
Kay Nina Keith passed away peacefully on January 16, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Kay Nina Johnson was the daughter of Edward and Wyone (nee Armstrong) Johnson. Born and raised in Rockford, IL. She graduated from East High School. Soon after graduating early with honors, she married Jim Keith. Together they raised four children. Kay cherished her children and...
Mary Therese Worley
Jan 15, 2026
Mary T. Christopher Worley passed away January 15, 2026, at Alpine Fireside Health Center. Mary was born June 26,1931 to Leo and Hazel (Murray) Christopher in Shullsburg, WI. She graduated in 1949 from Shullsburg High School. Sometime after graduating high school, she traveled to Boston with her sister Betty and their mutual friend Joyce, working in a candy factory for...
Edwin Henry Randall Jr.
Jan 14, 2026
Edwin Henry Randall Jr. (Bubbs or Bubby to friends and family), 76, of Capron, IL passed peacefully in his sleep on January 14, 2026. He was a father, grandfather, uncle and friend to so many. A proud U.S. Veteran, Sergeant in the United States Marine Corps. “Once a Marine, always a Marine.” He was a loyal Chicago Bears fan, to...
William L Coleman
Jan 12, 2026
William Coleman, 71, of Rockford, IL passed away January 12, 2026. He was born in Ypsilanti, MI to Leon and Doris Coleman on April 11, 1954. He liked to read and go for walks. He is survived by daughter Shelley; son Bill Jr.; numerous grandkids; sister Judy (mike) Charleston, brothers Scott (Terri), Mike Gravenstein, He is preceded by death by...
