Christine Bubser
Jun 9, 2025
Christine A. Bubser passed away on June 9, 2025, after battling cancer for 7 years. She was born in June of 1954, the youngest child of Forrest L. and Florence H. Bubser. She graduated from Hononegah High School and attended Rockford College. Chris never married, worked a variety of jobs, and loved any and all animals. As a young adult,...
Joan Slack
Jun 8, 2025
Joan Knight Slack passed away peacefully on Sunday afternoon, June 8, 2025, surrounded by her three children. Born to Elmer "Daddy" and Alice Knight. Joan was predeceased by her beloved husband of 58 years, Robert Lee Slack; her baby brother, Thom; and her parents. She is survived by her children Carrie (Jim) Doege, Kelly (Joni) Slack, and Craig Slack; her...
Richard Wicaryus
Jun 7, 2025
Richard "Dick" John Wicaryus, 81, of Capron, IL, passed away in his home on June 7, 2025. He was born November 25, 1943, in Chicago, IL; the son of Stanley and Stephanie (Bieronski) Wicaryus. Dick graduated from St. Benedictine High School in Lisle, IL in 1962 and served in the United States Army. He married Laura Leingang in South Dakota...
Valerie Gorski
Jun 6, 2025
Valerie Hope Forster Gorski decided that her 94th birthday was the day to leave her earthly space. Ignoring all other variables, the odds of this happening are one in 133,225, so clearly this was intentional. She was born June 6, 1931, to Thelma Janette Allen and Joseph Harold Forster in Malta, Montana. She peacefully passed away June 6, 2025, at...
Nancy Peters
Jun 3, 2025
Nancy J. Peters, 66, of Rockford, passed away June 3, 2025, at Amberwood Care Centre after a long illness. She was born on January 27, 1959, in Rockford; the daughter of John and Virginia (Bigelow) Juno. She graduated from Harlem High School in 1977. She was married to Jim Houston in Rockford. Nancy worked as a daycare provider. Her family...
Candi Murphy
May 29, 2025
Candi Sue Murphy, 55, of Rockford, passed away on May 29, 2025, in her home. She was born on March 26, 1970, in Freeport; the daughter of Eugene and Loretta (Herbig) Baumgartner. Candi graduated from Freeport High School. She worked for many restaurants over the years. Candi married Mark M. Murphy on October 31, 2009. She volunteered at Five Gates...
Ryan Mullis
May 27, 2025
Ryan "Phat" Edward Mullis, 45, of Beloit, WI, formerly of Sharon, WI, died suddenly on May 27, 2025. Ryan was born on August 31, 1979, to parents Arthur and Susan (Hauth) Mullis. He is survived by his daughter Morgan Mullis; his parents; sister Tanya Mullis; nieces Ariel and Tatiana Mullis; nephew Isaiah Edmonds; and many other family and friends who...
Hans Bruegger
May 26, 2025
Hans Ulrich Bruegger October 20, 1955 to May 26, 2025 What do you say about a man who touched so many lives? I have received many memories from family, friends and work associates. The traditional obituary did not fit. Hansueli was born in Switzerland and in his early life could be found making hay at the farm in Frutigen, alongside...
William Lucansky
May 22, 2025
William "Will" Albert Lucansky, IV, 40, of Rockford, passed away May 22, 2025. He was born on August 12, 1984. He was a goofy and fun-loving prankster. He enjoyed fishing, baseball, and golf. He was a loving father to Lily; she was the light of his life. Survivors include his beloved daughter Lily Lucansky; father Willam Lucansky, III; mother Cari...
Matthew Peterson
May 22, 2025
Matthew Scott Peterson, 39, of Rockford, passed away on May 22, 2025, at UW Health Swedish American Hospital. He was born on August 11, 1985, in Rockford; the son of Scott and Brenda (Konetski) Peterson. Matthew attended Christian Life through his junior year and proceeded to graduate from Roosevelt High School in 2003. He attended Community Bible Church and worked...
Jeffrey Willis
May 20, 2025
Jeffrey Wayne "Jeff" Willis of Leaf River, IL, beloved father, grandfather, and friend, passed away, peacefully, at his home on May 20, 2025, at the age of 78. Jeff was born on February 8, 1947, in Fort Dodge, Iowa, to Donald and Gene (nee' Wesley) Willis. Jeff lived a full life marked by laughter, hard work, dedication to his country...
Beverly Hanson
May 20, 2025
Beverly (Bev) Hanson was born on March 11th to Amy and Clarence Hanson. She lived all her life in Rockford, Il before passing away on May 20, 2025, at age 89. She graduated from East High School and worked at J.I. Case for several years before moving to Nelson Knitting, working in keypunch at the time. Bev was also a...
David Tracy
May 20, 2025
David Richard Tracy, 72, of Byron, passed away on May 20, 2025. He was born on March 27, 1953, the son of Arlis and Ruth (Nelson) Tracy. David graduated from Guilford High School in 1971 and went on to serve in the US Army after graduation. He worked many jobs over the years but truly enjoyed being a photographer. David...
Lawrence St. Clair
May 18, 2025
Lawrence "Larry" D. St. Clair of Rockford, Illinois passed away on 5/18/25 He was born in Kansas on 2/23/1933 to Flora Evelyn (Fitzwilliam) St. Clair and Bertram Herman St. Clair. Larry is remembered by family, friends, and neighbors as a jovial, intelligent, humble, and helpful man with a wry sense of humor interspersed with sarcasm. He enjoyed puttering around the...
Lynette Rehnberg
May 14, 2025
Lynette Ann "Lynn" Rehnberg passed away on May 14, 2025, at UW SwedishAmerican Hospital after a brief final illness following a long period of declining health. She was born on January 15, 1946, and adopted by Violet and Paul Rehnberg of Rockford. She had mild cerebral palsy and credited her mother with helping her develop the inner strength that allowed...
Corey Carter
May 10, 2025
Corey Lynn Carter, 40, of Scarboro, Illinois, passed away unexpectedly on May 10, 2025, as a result of a motorcycle accident, leaving behind a legacy of love and laughter. Born on June 15, 1984, to Kimberly Savage and Ricky Carter, Corey lived a life filled with passion and joy. A proud graduate of Rochelle Township High School in 2002, he...
Dawn Mason
May 9, 2025
Dawn Mason, formerly Dawn Lovett, age 83, passed away peacefully on May 9, 2025. She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. Dawn grew up in Livonia, Michigan where she spent most of her childhood dancing and teaching dance in her family's dance studio. Dawn went on to have a fulfilling career which allowed her to travel and meet many...
Shirley Vincer
May 6, 2025
Shirley M. Vincer of Rockford, IL passed away at the age of 87 surrounded and comforted by her loving family on May 6, 2025. She was born on November 21, 1937, the daughter of Rose and Ernest Clark. Shirley was married to the love of her life, Ronald P. Vincer, for 65 years before his passing in 2022. Shirley had...
Donna Breuer
May 5, 2025
In Loving Memory of Donna Zimmerman Breuer February 2, 1955 – May 5, 2025 Donna Zimmerman Breuer, age 70, of Loves Park, Illinois, passed away peacefully on May 5, 2025. Born on February 2, 1955, in Monroe, Wisconsin, to Harvey and Edith Brault Zimmerman, Donna was raised in Davis, IL, and graduated from Dakota High School in 1973. On September...
Melissa Onorato
May 5, 2025
Melissa "Missy" Ann Oronato, 53, of Rockford, passed away unexpectedly in her home on May 5, 2025. She was born June 12, 1970, in Chicago, IL; the daughter of Don Onorato and Mary (Gooch) Onorato. Melissa enjoyed shopping and collecting things, especially Coca Cola and M&M items. She was a very vibrant and happy person. Her family considered her their...
