Steven W. Dobson
May 19, 2026
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...
Robert I. Arneson Jr.
May 18, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved father, husband, grandfather, and friend, Robert “Bob” I. Arneson, Jr., 71, of Machesney Park, IL, who passed away at home on Monday, May 18, 2026. Born to Kathryn Eaton and Robert Arneson Sr. on September 3, 1954, in Danville, VA, Bob was one of a kind. Self-described...
Wanetta E. King
May 17, 2026
Wanetta E. King, 97, of Loves Park, IL, returned to the loving embrace of the Lord, Sunday, May 17, 2026. She was born on June 18, 1928, in Folsom, WV. Wanetta often spoke fondly of her youth in WV. She moved to Illinois as a young adult, where she met and married Richard W. King on October 15, 1949. Together...
Dorothy Faye Eberley
May 13, 2026
Dorothy Faye Eberley, 82, of Machesney Park, Illinois, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 13, 2026. Dorothy was born on Saturday, May 22, 1943, in Mississippi, Arkansas, the daughter of Guy Herren and Anna Braggs. She married Ronald Robert Eberley on February 18, 1977, and together they shared many years of love and family memories. Dorothy was formerly employed at...
Tammera Jo Gouchenour
May 13, 2026
Tammera “Tami” Jo Gouchenour, 60, of Loves Park, IL, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, surrounded by her loving family and beloved dogs. Tami was born on December 16, 1965, in Houston, the daughter of Robert Evans Jr. and Marsha Evans. She married Daniel Jay Gouchenour on April 16, 1999, in Rockford, IL. Sharing many years of love...
Antonette Yuccas
May 5, 2026
Antonette Yuccas, 92, of Rockford, IL, passed away peacefully after a brief illness on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, in her home surrounded by her loving family. Born on April 26, 1934, in Rockford, IL, the daughter of Nick and Sarah (Pumilia) Mistretta. She married Roger Yuccas on June 19, 1954, at St. Anthony of Padua Church in Rockford, IL, where...
Jean Ann Bauer
May 5, 2026
Jean “Jeani” Ann Bauer, 74, of Loves Park, IL, completed her journey on Tuesday, May 5, 2026. This world was blessed with her born on Friday, February 8, 1952, in Rockford, IL, the daughter of Frank G. and Shirley Ann (Nimmers) Bauer. She attended St. Bridget School for eight years, Muldoon Catholic Hight School for two years, and graduated from...
Bonnie Kay McCann
May 3, 2026
Bonnie Kay McCann, 83, of Rockton, IL, passed away on Sunday, May 3, 2026. Born on Thursday, October 15, 1942, in Rockford, IL, the daughter of Samuel “Sam” W. and Gladys (Peterson) Moore. Bonnie graduated from Harlem High School, Class of 1960. Throughout her whole education, she was a straight A student. Bonnie continued her education and attended nursing school....
Anthony E. Vespa
Apr 30, 2026
Anthony “Tony” E. Vespa, 61, of Loves Park, IL, passed away on Thursday, April 30, 2026, in his home. Born on Saturday, July 18, 1964, in Rockford, IL, the son of Edward R. and Barbara A. (Brewer) Vespa. He married Mary Anderson on September 18, 1982, in Rockford, IL. Employed by Local 23 as a plumber. Tony enjoyed music, fishing,...
Phyllis Mary Bumgarner
Apr 20, 2026
Phyllis Mary Bumgarner, 90, of Rockford, IL, was called home to the Lord on Monday, April 20, 2026, at Wesley Willows. Born on Tuesday, October 15, 1935, in Keck, KY, the daughter of Spring Valley, IL, native Peter Paul Powder and Wisconsin native Bertha (Bennett) Powder. Phyllis grew up in the Rockford, IL, area. She married Wilbur Dean “Willie” Bumgarner...
Phillip "Phil" Dean Bailey
Apr 17, 2026
Phillip “Phil” Dean Bailey, 69, of Machesney Park, IL, passed away under the care of Mo Cara Hospice on Friday, April 17, 2026, after a short illness. Born on Sunday, September 2, 1956, in Belvidere, IL, the son of Ronald and Patricia (Powers) Bailey. He graduated from Hononegah High School in 1974. He met the love of his life Belinda...
Bernadette D. Furon
Apr 17, 2026
Bernadette “Bernie” D. Furon, 93, of Rockford, IL, passed away peacefully on April 17, 2026. Born, raised, and a lifelong resident of Rockford, Bernie devoted her life to her faith, her family, and her community. A deeply devoted Catholic, she was honored as Catholic Woman of the Year in 2008 and also started Divine Mercy Sunday in Rockford. Her faith...
Margaret E. Carlson
Apr 17, 2026
Margaret E. “Maggie” “Gigi” Carlson, 99, of Rockford, IL, passed away on Friday, April 17, 2026, at Generations at Neighbors, in Byron, IL, surrounded by her loving family. Born on Thursday, November 18, 1926, in Centerville, IA, the daughter of Lloyd and Anna (Barris) Sears. She married Raymond E. Carlson on September 1, 1946, in New Milford, IL. Briefly worked...
Joseph D. Wadzinski
Apr 16, 2026
Joseph “Joe” D. Wadzinski, 83, of Rockford, IL, passed away on Thursday, April 16, 2026, at his home. Born on Friday, January 22, 1943, in Dixon, IL, the son of Frank A. and Ruth L. (Smith) Wadzinski. Four-year veteran of the U.S. Air Force. Retired from Rockford Clutch. Member of the LLL Club and Mendelson Club for many years. Joe...
Mark "Duggan" R. Floyd
Apr 13, 2026
Mark “Duggan” R. Floyd, 72, of Machesney Park, IL, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 13, 2026, in his home, surrounded by family. Born on March 30, 1954, in Dubuque, IA, the son of William and Arlene (Heim) Floyd. He was a 1972 Graduate of Harlem High School. Duggan married Kari Peebles on July 16, 1977, in Loves Park, IL....
Steven P. Kuelling
Apr 3, 2026
Steven “Steve” Kuelling, 75, of Loves Park, IL, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, April 3, 2026. Born January 19, 1951, in Rockford, IL, he was the son of John W. and Adeline C. (Christian) Kuelling and the youngest son of eight children.
Steve married Margaret “Maggie” A. Brockman on May 26, 1973, in Loves Park, IL, beginning a lifelong...
Gayle Iris Dredge
Apr 2, 2026
Gayle Iris Dredge, 72, of Loves Park, IL, passed away on Thursday, April 2, 2026, in her home. She was born on Saturday, July 18, 1953, in Rockford, IL, daughter of Jerome and Darlene (Swisher) Estabrook. Gayle earned her Master’s Degree in education at National Lewis University in 1988. She married William “Bill” Dredge on August 9, 1975, in Loves...
Stephen Vincent Pyzynski
Mar 30, 2026
Stephen “Steve” Vincent Pyzynski, 58, of Loves Park, IL, passed away on Monday, March 30, 2026, at UW Madison, WI, Hospital. He was born on Thursday, April 20, 1967, in Rockford, IL, the son of Walter E. and Margaret J. (Beers) Pyzynski. Graduated from Hononegah High School, Class of 1985. He continued his education, receiving a degree in electronics and...
James Alfred Andersen
Mar 28, 2026
James Alfred Andersen, 85, of Clearwater, FL, passed away on Saturday, March 28, 2026, in Palm Harbor, FL, as a result of multiple strokes. He was born on Tuesday, June 4, 1940, in Rockford, IL, the son of George S. and Mary K. (Koch) Andersen. Jim relocated to Florida in the 1960's and enjoyed his life in the Sunshine State....
Leo V. Mangiaracina Jr.
Mar 28, 2026
Leo V. Mangiaracina, Jr., 72, of Loves Park, IL, passed away on Saturday, March 28, 2026, at OSF St. Anthony Medical Center, after a hard-fought battle with cancer. Born on Monday, October 12, 1953, in Rockford, IL, the son of Leo Vito and Mary Jane (Collins) Mangiaracina, Sr. He married Janet I. Walton on July 17, 1976, at St. Bridget...
