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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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