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.

Jannine Rasmussen
Nov 8, 2022
Jannine K. Rasmussen Jannine K. Rasmussen, 82, of Machesney Park passed away Tuesday, November 8, 2022, in Amberwood Care Centre. Born September 22, 1940, in Rochester, MN, daughter of Walter J. and Esther (Engvaldsen) Hanson. Graduated from John Marshall High School in Rochester. Formerly employed by Dr. A.L. Lund for 10 years in Rochester. Married John G. Rasmussen on June...
Elmer Plymale
Nov 4, 2022
Elmer R. Plymale Elmer R. Plymale, 93, of Rockford, IL, passed away Friday, November 4, 2022. Born March 18, 1929, in Grand Island, NE, the son of Lester and Linda (Weigert) Plymale. Veteran of the U.S. Navy, serving from 1948 to 1952. Married Jennie Mistretta on May 18, 1957, in Rockford, for 49 years until her passing in 2007. Elmer...
June Aschtgen
Nov 3, 2022
June M. Aschtgen June M. Aschtgen, 95, of Pearl City, IL, passed away November 3, 2022, in her home, surrounded by family. Born August 24, 1927, in Monticello, IA, the daughter of Elmer and Loretta (Costley) Brokaw. Married William “Bill” Aschtgen on February 23, 1946, in Monticello. June was known as a wonderful cook. She showered her family with love...
Jean Haugen
Nov 2, 2022
Jean A. Haugen Jean A. Haugen, 95, of Loves Park, IL, entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, November 2, 2022. Born October 22, 1927, in LaCrosse, WI, the daughter of Frank and Helen (Erickson) Papenfuss. Married Michael Haugen, on December 17, 1949, in LaCrosse. Owned and operated J-M Distributors for more than 35 years. Member of St. Bridget Catholic Church...
Terry Lindaas
Oct 27, 2022
Terry Dean Lindaas Terry Dean Lindaas, 49, of Roscoe, IL, passed away Thursday, October 27, 2022, in his home. Born September 22, 1973, in Rockford, IL. Graduated from Hononegah High School, Class of 1992. Employed by National Header Die for many years. Avid Chicago Bear and Cubs fan. He enjoyed boating, fishing, rafting, and bowling. Survivors include his mother, Cathy...
Dorothy Hargrove
Oct 24, 2022
Dorothy Mae Hargrove Roscoe - Dorothy Mae Hargrove, 94, of Roscoe, IL, passed away Monday October 24, 2022. Born August 18, 1928, Senath, MO, the daughter of Chester and Mary Lee (Wood) Austill. Married Noah Edward Hargrove on May 11, 1946, in Piggott, AR. Predeceased by husband, Noah; daughter, Debra Diane Hathaway; daughter-in-law, Sandra Carol Hargrove; and several brothers and...
Terri Hausvick
Oct 24, 2022
Terri L. Hausvick Terri L. Hausvick, 74, of Roscoe, IL, passed away Monday, October 24, 2022, at OSF St. Anthony Medical Center. Born December 19, 1947, in Galesburg, IL, the daughter of LaVergne and Dorothy DeForest. Married Nick Sedore, on July 17, 2017, in South Beloit, IL. Employed as a volleyball coach, physical education teacher, and health teacher for 42...

Marybelle Thrasher
Oct 23, 2022
Marybelle Thrasher Marybelle Thrasher, 91, of Rockford, IL, passed away on Sunday, October 23, 2022, at Fairhaven Christian Retirement Center. Born April 20, 1931, in Rockford, the daughter of James and Anna (Manley) Weir. Attended West High School. Married Paul Thrasher, on September 11, 1948, in Rockford. Member of St. Paul Lutheran Church. She enjoyed gardening, baking, cooking, and traveling....
Diana Bowden
Oct 21, 2022
Diana “Di” L. Bowden Diana “Di” L. Bowden, 73, of Loves Park, IL, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 21, 2022, after a short illness. Born March 25, 1949, in Rockford, IL, the daughter of Vern and Margaret L. (Bombard) Hulbert, Jr. Graduated from West High School, Class of 1967. Married John Paul Bowden, on August 31, 1968, in Rockford....
Tyler Juanez
Oct 19, 2022
Tyler J. Juanez Tyler J. Juanez, 22, of Machesney Park, IL, passed away on Wednesday, October 19, 2022. Born January 6, 2000, in Rockford, IL, the son of Bob Juanez and Suzanne (Kohlhorst) Juanez. Attended Harlem High School. Employed by Bergstrom Inc. Avid Green Bay Packer fan. Tyler enjoyed listening to music, attending concerts, Halloween and target shooting with his...
Jaydan Kollie
Oct 19, 2022
Jaydan Theo Kollie Jaydan Theo Kollie, 19, of Loves Park, IL, passed away on Wednesday, October 19, 2022. Born December 6, 2002, in Mesa, AZ, the son of Micha and Aggie (Kasica) Kollie. Jaydan had a larger-than-life personality and was loved by all who knew him. He loved people and being the center of attention. Jaydan was quick to give...
David Corbett
Oct 18, 2022
David “Harley” W. Corbett, Sr. David “Harley” W. Corbett, Sr., 75, of Rockford, IL, passed away on Tuesday, October 18, 2022, in his home with family at his side. Born October 25, 1946, in Rockford, the son of George W. and Betty Mae (Henderson) Corbett. Veteran of the U.S. Navy and Army. Married Pamela Meltesen on February 14, 1977, in...
Kathy Kulpa
Oct 16, 2022
Kathy Rose Kulpa Kathy Rose Kulpa, 60, of Machesney Park, IL, passed away on Sunday, October 16, 2022, in her home. Born August 14, 1962, in Rockford, IL, the daughter of Clarence and Joyce (Hobson) Hamilton. Married Michael L. Kulpa. Avid NASCAR fan. She loved spending time with family. Survivors include her sons, Chad (Caysie) Kulpa of Roscoe, IL, and...
Theresa Stewart
Oct 15, 2022
Theresa Louise Stewart Theresa Louise (Jackson) Stewart, 86, passed away on Saturday, October 15, 2022, in Roscoe, IL. Theresa was born September 21, 1936, in Butler, MO, the only child of Carl Freddy and Lela Mae (Crowley) Jackson. For most of her childhood, her family lived on farms near Adrian, MO, although they lived “out west” in Portland, OR, for...
Mildred Clark
Oct 15, 2022
Mildred Clark Mildred Clark, 73, of Rockford, IL, died in Christ on Saturday, October 15, 2022. Born Mildred Slocum on September 8, 1949, in Tie Plant, AR, the daughter of Arthur and Sureather (Howell) Slocum. She graduated from Scipio A. Jones High School in North Little Rock, AR, Class of 1967, and from Job Corps, Class of 1968. She married...
Jonathon Bailey
Oct 14, 2022
Jonathon “Jon” Dean Bailey Jonathon “Jon” Dean Bailey, 26, of Machesney Park, IL, passed away on Friday, October 14, 2022. On this day, the world lost the brightest light, the biggest smile, and the most contagious laugh when Jonathon left this world. He was born December 28, 1995, in Rockford, IL, the son of Phillip “Phil” and Belinda (Fletcher) Bailey....
Sallie Smith
Oct 14, 2022
Sallie Carol Smith Sallie Carol Smith, 79, of Loves Park, IL, passed away on Friday, October 14, 2022, at P A Peterson at the Citadel. Born November 17, 1942, in Rockford, IL, the daughter of Robert R. and Kathryn (Bohnstedt) Widmer, Sr. Married Joseph “Joe” Newell Smith on October 19, 1963. Employed first as a CNA at Walter Lawson Children’s...
Robert Reynolds
Oct 12, 2022
Robert “Skip” J. Reynolds, Jr. Robert “Skip” J. Reynolds, Jr., 78, of Roscoe, IL, was called home on Wednesday, October 12, 2022, at OSF St. Anthony Medical Center. Born April 20, 1944, in Rockford, IL, the son of Robert J. and Theresa A. (Keichinger) Reynolds, Sr. Attended Harlem High School. Veteran of the Vietnam Conflict, serving in the U.S. Army....
Joan Letsinger
Oct 12, 2022
Joan Marie Letsinger Joan Marie Letsinger, 88, of Loves Park, IL, passed away on Wednesday, October 12, 2022, at Serenity Hospice and Home in Oregon, IL. Born November 6, 1933, in Freeport, IL, the daughter of Henry Lewis and Edna Iva (Bruner) Garman. Graduated from Freeport High School, Class of 1951. Married Bobby “Bob” Gene Letsinger, on November 18, 1951,...
Ann Moctezuma
Oct 12, 2022
Ann Julie Moctezuma Ann Julie Moctezuma, 70, of Rockford, IL, passed away on Wednesday, October 12, 2022. Born January 15, 1952, in Rockford, the daughter of Carl and Grayce (Boden) Sundly. Married Jamie Moctezuma. Ann was a very loving mother and grandmother. She was an avid crocheter making numerous items for family, friends, and staff at River Bluff Nursing Home....
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