Obituaries
Recent Obituaries in Loves Park, Illinois
The obituaries in the Loves Park, Illinois area reflect the region's diverse population, featuring individuals from a variety of ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds. Some were pioneers in their fields, while others dedicated their lives to community service or philanthropy. Their stories serve as a reminder of the richness and complexity Loves Park, Illinois history and identity.
John Fulling
Mar 25, 2024
John R. “Big John” Fulling, Sr., 80, of Machesney Park, IL, passed away on Monday, March 25, 2024, in his home, surrounded by his family. Born April 24, 1943, in Rockford, IL, the son of Clyde C. and Adeline M. (Cichella) Fulling. Graduated from West High School, Class of 1961. Veteran of the U.S. Navy. He married Nina Sacco on...
Nancy Humpal
Mar 23, 2024
Nancy Ann Humpal, 79, formerly of Loves Park, IL, of Wauwatosa, WI, passed on to eternal life with our Blessed Lord on Saturday, March 23, 2024, in her home after a long battle with cancer. Born August 20, 1944, in Rockford, IL, the daughter of Raymond P. and Mary Alice (Govern) Humpal. Nancy attended St. James Catholic School and later...
David Fulling
Mar 22, 2024
David Paul Fulling, 82, of Rockford, IL, passed away Friday, March 22, 2024, in his home. Born October 30, 1941, in Rockford, the son of Clyde C. and Adeline M. (Cichella) Fulling. Graduated from St. Thomas High School and Northern Illinois University. Veteran of the U.S. Army, serving from 1966 to 1968. He married Mary “Molly” Elizabeth Mullin on January...
Deanna Schultz
Mar 21, 2024
Deanna J. Schultz, 83, of South Beloit, IL, passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 21, 2024, in her home. Born January 15, 1941, in Beloit, WI, the daughter of Gerhart and Beverly (Bartusek) Springer. Graduated from Beloit Memorial High School, Class of 1959. Married Robert D. Haase on July 4, 1960, in Beloit; he predeceased her. Married Joseph “Tom” Schultz...
Deborah Hartman
Mar 20, 2024
Deborah “Debbie” K. Hartman, 71, of Cherry Valley, IL, was reunited with the love of her life on Wednesday, March 20, 2024. Born May 27, 1952, in Rockford, IL, the daughter of Kenneth and Lola (Kanode) Swanson. She married Gregory Hartman on January 15, 1972. Previously employed by Swedish American and Oakwood Health, and currently employed by 411 Medicare. Member...
Carmen Randerson
Mar 18, 2024
Carmen Randerson, 83, of Machesney Park, IL, was called home on Monday, March 18, 2024, surrounded by her family. Born July 16, 1940, in Crystal City, TX, the daughter of Leopoldo and Manuela (Rodriguez) Villarreal. She married Richard Randerson on October 5, 1962, in Rockford, IL. Carmen loved cooking for her grandchildren, the outdoors, trips to the casino, Mexican bingo,...
Dora Nyen
Mar 8, 2024
Dora Lee Nyen, 86, of Roscoe, IL, passed away on Friday, March 8, 2024, at OSF St. Anthony Medical Center. Born May 25, 1937, in Webster Springs, WV, the daughter of Vernon and Laura (McCourt) Addington. She married Raymond “Ray” A. Nyen on February 11, 1956. Member of Open Bible Church. Dora loved her family. She especially loved spending time...
Eugene Bartelt
Mar 7, 2024
Dr. Eugene A. Bartelt, 103, of Loves Park, IL, passed away Thursday, March 7, 2024, in Alpine Fireside Health Center. Born September 25, 1920, in Elderon, WI, the son of Arthur H. and Irene L. (Brehmer) Bartelt. Married Louise L. Zoellner on December 25, 1943, in Pulcifer, WI. Dr. Bartelt was a chiropractor and founded Loves Park Family Chiropractic. Member...
Randall Bjork
Mar 5, 2024
Randall “Randy” A. Bjork, 68, of Machesney Park, IL, passed away on Tuesday, March 5, 2024. Born November 20, 1955, in Rockford, IL, the son of Donald and Joann (Chojnicki) Bjork. Graduated from Harlem High School, Class of 1973. Employed by Ingersoll Milling for many years. Randy enjoyed fishing, computer games, and camping. Avid Chicago Bears fan. Survivors include his...
Nancy Johnson
Mar 2, 2024
Nancy Carol Johnson, 88, of Roscoe, IL, passed away peacefully on her birthday on Saturday, March 2, 2024, in her daughter’s home in Roscoe, surrounded by her family. She was born on March 2, 1936, in Spooner, WI, the daughter of Ralph “Buster” and Doris (Hegna) Sells. She grew up in Rockford, IL, and graduated from East High School, Class...
Terry Milroy
Feb 28, 2024
Terry Joe Milroy, 65, of Loves Park, IL, went to heaven on Wednesday, February 28, 2024. Born July 21, 1958, in Rockford, IL, the son of Gordon N. and Geraldine (Flint) Milroy. Graduated from Harlem High School, Class of 1976, and received his associate degree at Rock Valley College in engineering. Formerly employed by Barber Coleman and employed for more...
Luanne Hanna
Feb 26, 2024
Luanne M. Hanna, 70, of Rockford, IL, passed away on Monday, February 26, 2024, in her home. Born April 13, 1953, in Rockford, the daughter of Russell and Lucille (Mara) Woodliff. She married Robert “Bob” C. Hanna on July 13, 1991. Employed as a nurse for the Rockford Public School District 205 and at Swedish American Health. Member of Sinnissippi...
Carole Cannella
Feb 26, 2024
Carole A. “Nani” Cannella, 86, of Machesney Park, IL, was welcomed into heaven on Monday, February 26, 2024, in her home. Born June 30, 1937, in Rockford, IL, the daughter of Arthur and Grace (Bennett) Bast. Graduated from East High School, Class of 1955. She married Joseph A. Cannella in 1970, in Rockford. Employed by the Secretary of State for...
Rodney Hardy
Feb 26, 2024
Rodney L. Hardy, 71, of Rockford, IL, passed away on Monday, February 26, 2024, in his home. Born January 11, 1953, in Rockford, the son of James D. “Sonny” and Violet M. “Vi” (Hinkle) Hardy. He adored the time spent with the love of his life, Gail (Smith) Knight-Hardy. Employed by Caldwell for more than 30 years. Member of SM...
John Burright
Feb 21, 2024
John H. “J.B.” Burright, 59, of Rockford, IL, was called home Wednesday, February 21, 2024. Born July 6, 1964, in Mendota, IL, the son of Leon C. and Helen Joyce (Dierwechter) Burright. Graduated from Mendota High School, Class of 1982, and from Illinois State University in 1990. He married Rhonda R. Hurst on October 5, 1991, in Pekin, IL. Formerly...
Adam Wolf
Feb 18, 2024
Adam L. Wolf, 24, of Belvidere, IL, passed away on Sunday, February 18, 2024, at Swedish American Hospital. Born April 23, 1999, in Rockford, IL. He married Alison Zimmerman on April 27, 2022. He loved to cook, help his sister garden, watch movies, and enjoyed classic cars, especially his ’92 Cadillac. Adam was a devoted father, brother, and friend. Survivors...
David Carrico
Feb 18, 2024
David A. Carrico, 53, of Loves Park, IL, was reunited with his mother on Sunday, February 18, 2024. Born November 27, 1970, in Rockford, IL, the son of Adell and Garnet (McNeal) Carrico. Attended Harlem High School. Employed as a cement mason for several area businesses. Member of Local 11 Plasters and Cement Masons. Avid Chicago Bear, Cubs, Blackhawk, and...
Anna Million
Feb 9, 2024
Anna B Million, 94, of Machesney Park, IL, passes away peacefully on February 9, 2024, in her daughter’s home in Roscoe, IL, surrounded by her loved ones. Born Anna B. Leetham on November 16, 1929, in Murrayville, IL, the daughter of Albert and Mary “Alice” (Gray) Leetham and sister to Leroy and Harold Leetham. She resided on the family farm...
Sharon Clark
Feb 2, 2024
Sharon A. Clark, 77, of Machesney Park, IL, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Friday, February 2, 2024, in her home. Born February 2, 1947, in Walker, MN, the daughter of Addrain and Beula (Davis) Travis. She married Tommy Clark on October 27, 1964, in Omaha, NE. Employed by Walter Lawson Children’s Home for several years. Member of...
Kenneth Barkdoll
Jan 24, 2024
Kenneth “Ken” E. Barkdoll, Sr., 92, of Rockford, IL, passed away peacefully, surrounded by love, on Wednesday, January 24, 2024, with his grandchildren, Christopher and Ranell at his side. Born June 14, 1931, in Sterling, IL, the son of Paul E. and Florence (Gregory) Barkdoll. Graduated from Rock Falls High School where he played basketball. Ken and Mary Jane Moore...
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