Steven W. Dobson

Steven “Steve” W. Dobson, 78, of Loves Park, IL, passed away on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, in his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born on Monday, November 3, 1947, in White Hall, IL, the son of Lawrence Dobson and Phyllis (Coumbes) Dobson-Rawlings. Veteran of the U.S. Air Force, serving during Vietnam. He married Loretta Zawislak on February 21, 1976, in Rockford, IL. Retired from Rockford Roller. Avid Chicago Cubs fan. Steve enjoyed baseball, building car models and spending time with his grandchildren and grand dogs. Survivors include his wife, Loretta Dobson; his children, Stephanie (Ben) Tuttle, Sarah (Bryce) Nelson, and Danielle Dobson; grandchildren, Kayla Nelson, Zachary Nelson, Devin Sheldon, and Gabe Tuttle; stepsister, Kathy Carlson; sisters-in-law, Andrea Dobson, Sandra (Jim) Pro, Barbara Anderson, and Barb Zawislak; brother-in-law, Greg (Laurie) Zawislak; several nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents; stepmother, Marnita Dobson; sister, Sedra Butler; brother, Larry Dobson, Jr.; father- and mother-in-law, Anthony and Victoria Zawislak; and brothers-in-law, George Zawislak, Ron Zawislak, Mark Zawislak, and Jeff Anderson.

Service at 11 a.m. Wednesday, May 27, 2026, at Delehanty Funeral Home, 401 River Lane, Loves Park, IL, with visitation from 10 a.m. to service time. Burial in Scottish Argyle Cemetery, Caledonia, IL. In lieu of flowers, a memorial will be established.