Heather Joy Vincer
Jan 24, 2026
Heather Joy Vincer, 52, of Loves Park, IL, passed away on Saturday, January 24, 2026, at Swedish American Health. She was born on Saturday, December 1, 1973, in Rockford, IL, the daughter of Robert and Elizabeth “Betsy” (Lyford) Vincer. Heather enjoyed playing with her See and Say toy, going to the annual Boone County Fair, and various field trips with...
Elsie D. Bartman
Jan 22, 2026
Elsie D. Bartman, 84, of Rockford, IL, passed away on Thursday, January 22, 2026, at Swedish American Health. Born Saturday, November 15, 1941, in Rockford, IL, the daughter of Omar and Fannie May (Wright) Plock. Elsie enjoyed car rides, road trips, fishing, and a root beer float. She loved her family. Survivors include her children, Nancy (Herschel) Brown, James Lewis,...
Wanda J. Gulbrantson
Jan 20, 2026
Wanda J. Gulbrantson, 85, of Belvidere, IL, passed away on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at Symphony Maple Crest. She was born on Friday, June 14, 1940, in Rockford, IL, the daughter of Klaus and Phyllis (Klein) Price. Wanda loved spending time with her family. Survivors include her sons, Brian (Rosa) Gulbrantson and Erik (Mary) Gulbrantson; grandchildren, Sarah and David Gulbrantson....
Mary Joy Bridges
Jan 15, 2026
Mary Joy Bridges, 86, of Loves Park, IL, passed away on Thursday, January 15, 2026, in her home. She was born on Tuesday, November 21, 1939, in Caruthersville, MO, the daughter of Walter Edward and Clara Mae (Scurlock) Spray. She married Albert Frank Bridges Jr. on June 18, 1984, in Las Vegas, NV. Mary loved spending time with her family;...
Barbara J. Granath
Jan 10, 2026
Barbara J. Granath, 89, of Machesney Park, IL, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 10, 2026, at Lincolnshire Place, surrounded by her family. Her strong faith carried her through every season, and she held fast to Jesus until the day He called her home. Born September 10, 1936, in Durand, IL, the daughter of Chester and Anna (Pieper) Thomas. She...
Robb Lee Toepfer
Jan 7, 2026
Robb Lee Toepfer, 63, of Loves Park, IL, passed away on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, at Javon Bea Hospital. He was born on Friday, January 12, 1962, in Rockford, IL, the son of Robert and Jacqueline (Ellsworth) Toepfer. Robb was employed by Valmet in Beloit, WI, for many years before retiring. He will be remembered as a loving and devoted...
Lois Ann McCauley
Jan 6, 2026
Lois Ann McCauley, 85, of Caledonia, IL, passed away Tuesday, January 6, 2026, in Lincolnshire Place after battling dementia. Born December 10, 1940, in Richland Center, WI, the daughter of Clifford and Ruby (Emschoff) Flamme. Lois graduated from Richland Center High School, Class of 1958, where she was involved in the band. She married Verlin Victor “Vic” McCauley on October...
David Greenlee King
Jan 5, 2026
David Greenlee King, 68, of Loves Park, IL, passed away on Monday, January 5, 2026, at Javon Bea Hospital. Born on Tuesday, September 17, 1957, in Rockford, IL, the son of Richard W. and Wanetta E. (Talkington) King. Owned and operated Richard King & Sons. David enjoyed wood carving and restoring Woodie Cars. Survivors include his mother, Wanetta King; brother,...
Chad F. Thurow
Jan 5, 2026
Chad F. Thurow, 54, of Loves Park, IL, passed away on Monday, January 5, 2026, at Swedish American Health, after a short illness. He was born on Thursday, July 15, 1971, in Rockford, IL, the son of Carl “Kelly” F. and Susan “Sue” C. (Medearis) Thurow, Sr. Chad enjoyed watching NASCAR and the Chicago Bears. He loved spending time with...
Diane S. Kaemmerlen
Dec 21, 2025
Diane “Dee Dee” S. Kaemmerlen, 70, of Loves Park, IL, passed away on Sunday, December 21, 2025, at Alden Park Strathmoor. Born on Saturday, July 2, 1955, in Rockford, IL, the daughter of Collis and Ginny (Hageman) Hennelly. She married Pierre Kaemmerlen, on October 16, 1976, in Rockford, IL. Employed by Barbra Olson Center of Hope. She loved spending time...
Joseph Newell Smith
Dec 16, 2025
Joseph “Joe” Newell Smith, 88, of Loves Park, IL, passed away on Tuesday, December 16, 2025, at OSF St. Anthony Medical Center. He was born on Wednesday, November 17, 1937, in Hattieville, AR, the son of Jesse Lee and Essie Mae (Johnson) Smith. Joe was a veteran of the U.S. Army. He married Sallie Carol Widmer, on October 19, 1963,...
Vicki A. Mork
Dec 13, 2025
Vicki Ann Mork, 55, of Machesney Park, IL, won the victory over cancer on December 13, 2025, surrounded by her family. She was born on March 21, 1970, in Rockford, IL, the daughter of David and Sue (Miller) Dray. Vicki graduated from North Love Christian School, Class of 1988. She married Lonnie Mork on March 10, 1990, at North Love...
Jerry D. Eitel
Dec 12, 2025
Jerry D. Eitel, 92, of Loves Park, IL, went to be with the Lord, peacefully in his sleep on Friday, December 12, 2025. He was born April 27, 1933, in Kirksville, MO, the son of Raymond and Marguerite (Paris) Eitel. Jerry married Laura B. Bragg on April 12, 1959, in Kirksville, MO. He served honorably in the Air Force during...
Andrew Peter Olson
Dec 10, 2025
Andrew Peter Olson, 84, of Thomson, IL, passed away Wednesday, December 10, 2025, at Addington Place, in Clinton, IA. He was born on October 27, 1941, in Mauston, WI, the son of Max and Mildred (Meng) Olson. Graduated from Mauston High School, Class of 1959. He married Pamela Scott on April 3, 1993, in Byron, IL. Andrew was an over...
Lora Rae Jensen
Dec 5, 2025
Lora Rae (Cooper) Jensen, 52, of Machesney Park, IL, was found in the morning of Friday, December 5, 2025, passed away in her sleep. This is an unbelievable tragedy for family and friends. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, and she will be missed very much. Lora was born on Wednesday, December 13, 1972, in Rockford, IL,...
Adam Daniel Tharaldson
Dec 3, 2025
Adam Daniel Tharaldson, or as his family would call him “Bubby”, 37, of Machesney Park, IL, passed away on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, in his home. He was born on Tuesday, July 12, 1988, in Rockford, IL, the son of Daniel and Tina (Carter) Tharaldson. Bubby was an avid gamer. He loved spending time with his nieces and nephews. He...
Kenneth John Barkwill
Dec 2, 2025
Kenneth “Ken” Barkwill, 87, of Machesney Park, IL, passed away Tuesday, December 2, 2025, at Methodist Hospital Metropolitan in San Antonio, TX. Born July 15, 1938, in Chicago, IL, son of Kester Barkwill and Margaret (Sperry) Ahrens. Married Catherine Koziarski on October 3, 1987. Employed by Clinton Electronics. Member of Pine Grove Free Methodist Church. Ken was an avid bowler...
Edmund H. VanVleet
Nov 30, 2025
Edmund “Ed or Butch” H. VanVleet, 81, of Machesney Park, IL, passed away on Sunday, November 30, 2025, at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born on Wednesday, June 28, 1944, in Rockford, IL, the son of Elmer and Ina (Wickler) VanVleet. He married Faye LeHew on October 16, 1964, in New Milford, IL. Ed was employed...
Terry Lee Carl
Nov 30, 2025
Terry Lee Carl, 70, of Loves Park, IL, passed away on Sunday, November 30, 2025. Born on Friday, October 7, 1955, in Rockford, IL, the son of Richard K. and Ruth (Gordon) Carl. Veteran of the Vietnam conflict, serving in the U.S. Air Force. Terry owned and operated Star Line Limousine for many years. He was an avid collector of...
John F. Sundstedt
Nov 21, 2025
John F. Sundstedt, 95, of Roscoe, IL, passed away on Friday, November 21, 2025, at Wesley Willows Health Center. He was born on April 14, 1930, in Rockford, IL, the son of Edward I. and Helen F. (Diebold) Sundstedt. He married Phyllis M. Carroll on July 24, 1954. John was a proud U.S. Army Veteran. He was a teacher for...
