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.

Dale Kennedy

Dale Kennedy

Dec 31, 2017

Dale Kennedy, 66, of Loves Park passed away Sunday, December 31, 2017, in his home, after a long brave fight with lung cancer. Dale was born July 8, 1951, in Statesville, NC, the son of Archie and Hattie Rose (Levan) Kennedy.  Married Melinda Moore on August 27, 2001.  Formerly employed Patterson Gear.  He formerly owned a custom woodworking shop.  Active...

Edward Streich

Edward Streich

Dec 30, 2017

Edward J. Streich, 72, of Machesney Park passed away Saturday December 30, 2017 in East Bank Center. Born April 5, 1945, in Rockford, the son of Roy and Mary (Provono) Streich. Married Karen Riggs on June 1, 1996.  Retired from Rockford Products.  Survivors include his wife, Karen; son, Tim (Kim) Streich; stepdaughter, Kelly (Brian) Springer; stepson, Kyle (Michelle) Campbell; five...

Vicki Laube

Vicki Laube

Dec 29, 2017

Vicki J. (Dean) Laube, 49, of Rockford passed away peacefully Friday, December 29, 2017, surrounded by her family. Born January 26, 1968, in Seattle, WA, the daughter of Jerry and Margery (Sharke) Dean.  Attended Rockford area schools.  Married Christopher Laube on October 12, 1996, in Janesville, WI.  Formerly employed by Blue Cross Blue Shield for 12 years and later by...

Joann Magnuson

Joann Magnuson

Dec 29, 2017

Joann Magnuson, 85, of Rockford passed away peacefully Friday, December 29, 2017, in Rosewood Care Center.  Born November 16, 1932, in Warren County, IL, the daughter of Edward L. and Mary E. (Cavanaugh) McLaughlin.  She was raised in Monmouth graduating from Immaculate Conception Grade School and Monmouth High School in 1949.  A graduate of Monmouth College earning a BA Degree...

Jon Novak

Jon Novak

Dec 28, 2017

Jon A. Novak, 77, of Loves Park passed away Thursday, December 28, 2017. Born July 27, 1940, in Lancaster, WI, the son of John Philip and Zoa (Witzig) Novak.  Graduated from Freeport High School, Class of 1958.  Married Janet B. Truttmann in 1961.  Jon was formerly employed as a carpenter.  Retired as a teacher from the Harlem School District in...

James Hall

James Hall

Dec 27, 2017

James R. Hall, 76, formerly of Loves Park, passed away Wednesday, December 27, 2017, in SwedishAmerican Hospital. Born June 28, 1941, in Evarts, KY, the son of Lewis and Dortha (Hembree) Hall.  Veteran of the U.S. Army, proudly serving in the Honor Guard.  Married Eleanor A. Novak.  Retired from Warner Lambert (Mondelez).  Member of the Optimist Club.  Former Little League...

Peter Cesna

Peter Cesna

Dec 26, 2017

Peter G. Cesna, 67, of Loves Park passed away Tuesday, December 26, 2017. Born July 20, 1950, in Bobblen, Germany, the son of John and Anna Cesna.  Married Sherry Carlson on July 13, 1993, in Rockford.  Retired from the Rockford Public School District 205.  Peter was a proud truckdriver for 9 years.  He was an avid Chicago Bears and Bulls...

Dorothy O'Brien

Dorothy O'Brien

Dec 23, 2017

Dorothy E. O'Brien, 97, of Durand passed away Saturday, December 23, 2017, in Medina Manor Nursing Center. Born March 25, 1920, in Sabula, IA, the oldest child of Benjamin and Hariette (Kempter) Stanek.  Graduated from Sabula High School.  Attended nurses training at Rockford Memorial Hospital.  There she met Shirley Robert “Shing” O’Brien, who was helping the pharmacist.  They were married...

Lisa Miles Williams

Lisa Miles Williams

Dec 16, 2017

Lisa M. Miles Williams, 55, of Winnebago passed away Saturday, December 16, 2017.  Born July 6, 1962, daughter of Kenneth John Miles and Sharon (Peak) Bartell.  Married Kevin Williams September 26, 1981.  Lisa enjoyed crafting, camping and was a dog and cat lover.  Survivors include her husband, Kevin; daughter, Lauren Williams; son, Eric Williams; sister, Amy Miles; brother, Mark (Teri)...

James Mceachran

James Mceachran

Dec 14, 2017

James K. McEachran, 66, of Machesney Park passed away peacefully Thursday, December 14, 2017, in the arms of Ruthanne and surrounded by his family.  Born June 27, 1951, in Rockford, son of Ken and Iris J. (McDonald) McEachran.  Jim was a proud Veteran of the U.S. Army.  Jim owned and operated the Ken McEachran Insurance Agency in Loves Park for...

Clint Logan

Clint Logan

Dec 14, 2017

Clint M. Logan, 47, of Machesney Park passed away Thursday, December 14, 2017. Born February 27, 1970, in Rockford, the son of Jim and Helen Logan.  Clint enjoyed working on cars.  He owned and operated Logan’s Tree Service.  He had a passion for riding his Harley.  Clint was especially proud of being a new grandfather.  Survivors include his daughter, Rush...

Gladys Bohren

Gladys Bohren

Dec 14, 2017

Gladys H. Bohren, 81, of Loves Park passed away Thursday, December 14, 2017, in P.A. Peterson at the Citadel. Born August 27, 1936, in Woodford, WI, the daughter of Benjamin and Inez (Olsen) Due.  Married her high school sweetheart Charles Bohren on August 24, 1955, in Monroe, WI.  Avid fan of the Chicago Bears, Cubs and Bulls.  She loved playing...

Dorothy Hickey

Dorothy Hickey

Dec 10, 2017

Dorothy Mary Hickey, 87, of Loves Park passed away Sunday, December 10, 2017. Born August 29, 1930, in Rockford, the daughter of Earl and Elisabeth (Hughes) Lausen.  Member of St. Bridget Catholic Church.  Survivors include her sons, Timothy Hickey and Terrance (Marcela) Hickey, both of Loves Park, Patrick Hickey and daughter, Elizabeth Hickey both of Rockford; grandchildren, Nicolas Hickey, Emilia...

Finetta Moore

Finetta Moore

Dec 9, 2017

Finetta L. (Glawe) Moore, 86, of Machesney Park passed away Saturday, December 9, 2017. Born January 10, 1931, the daughter of Lewis and Emma (Weitkamper) Glawe.  Graduated from Winnebago High School, Class of 1948.  Married Leonard Moore on September 1, 1949.  In her younger years, Finetta enjoyed flowers and gardening.  She had many pets throughout the years, but especially loved...

Robert Nicholas, Sr.

Robert Nicholas, Sr.

Dec 8, 2017

Robert L. Nicholas, Sr., loving husband, father, and grandfather, 64, of Roscoe passed away Friday, December 8, 2017. Born June 18, 1953, in Richwood, WV, the son of Lloyd and Cora Lee (Hawkins) Nicholas.  Married Terri Buntjer in 1974.  Rob loved his family, and was a model father and husband for more than 40 years.  He loved his wife dearly,...

Vernie Brown

Vernie Brown

Dec 7, 2017

Vernie L. Brown, 89, of Machesney Park passed away Thursday, December 7, 2017, in River Bluff Nursing Home. Born August 30, 1928, in Hannibal, MO, the daughter of Earl and Lottie (Hill) Patterson.  Moved to the Rockford area in 1940.  Married Cecil R. Brown on June 17, 1972, in Rockford.  Employed by G. C. Thorsen for 26 years, retiring in...

Robert Lantz

Robert Lantz

Dec 6, 2017

Robert A. Lantz, 97, of Loves Park died Wednesday, December 6, 2017, in his home. Born August 1, 1920, in Cherry Valley, the son of John A. and Edna Mae (Peterson) Lantz.  Veteran of World War II, serving in the U.S. Army Air Corps.  Married Eleanor Curtis.  Employed by Woodward Governor for 35 years.  Charter member of Riverside Community Church. ...

Vicki Lawrence

Vicki Lawrence

Dec 6, 2017

Vicki R. Lawrence, 56, of Machesney Park passed away Wednesday, December 6, 2017, in SwedishAmerican Hospital, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born February 23, 1961, in Rockford, the daughter of Verlin V. and Lois A. (Flamme) McCauley.  Employed by UPS for several years.  Vicki enjoyed crafts and sewing.  Survivors include her sons, Nick Lawrence and Jake Lawrence; mother, Lois...

Anthony "Tony" Jamont

Anthony "Tony" Jamont

Dec 5, 2017

Anthony “Tony” J. Jamont, 86, of Machensey Park passed away Tuesday, December 5, 2017, after a sudden illness. Born August 27, 1931, in Rockford, the son of Frank and Petronella (Domininkas) Jamont.  Veteran of the Korean Conflict, serving in the U.S. Army from 1952 – 1954.  Honorably discharged after being wounded and evacuated from front line combat.  He was awarded...

Evelyn Morgan

Evelyn Morgan

Dec 5, 2017

Evelyn L. “Ma” Morgan, 76, of Rockford passed away peacefully Tuesday, December 5, 2017, surrounded by family. Born September 3, 1941, in Richland Center, WI, the daughter of James and Florence (Privett) Hardy.  Married George F. Morgan on June 7, 1958, in Rockford.  Retired from Logli’s Supermarket.  She loved spending time with family and her dog, Kisser.  Survivors include her...

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