Barbara Ann Clark
Jul 2, 2026
Barbara Ann Clark, 87, of Rockford, Illinois, passed away peacefully on July 2, 2026.
Barbara was born on April 5, 1939, to Ernest and Beryl (Ennett) Cridlebaugh. She later married the love of her life, Dennis Clark, and together they built a loving home and were blessed with five children.
Barbara devoted her career to nursing, a profession she truly loved. She...
Lewis "Warren" Emry
Jul 1, 2026
(Lewis) Warren Emry was born in a farmhouse in Northeast Nebraska on September 3, 1930. He passed away at his home on July 1, 2026. His parents were Ralph and Edna (Woodward) Emry. He joined a family of 2 brothers, Fay and Norris. Warren spent his entire boyhood on the farm. they did not have electricity until Warren was ten...
Diane Marie Fowler
Jul 1, 2026
Diane Marie Fowler, 76, of Belvidere, Illinois, passed away peacefully on July 1, 2026. She was born on June 17, 1950, to Robert Thornton and Ramona (Casey) Thornton.
If you knew Diane, you knew she wasn't one to sit still. She was strong-willed, hardworking, quick with a witty remark, and never afraid to tell you exactly what she thought. She lived...
Mary Lynn Schlossmann
Jun 27, 2026
Mary Lynn Schlossmann (née Gerlikas), 58, of Flowery Branch, Georgia, formerly of Illinois, entered eternal life on Saturday, June 27, 2026. She was born on November 14, 1967 in Chicago, IL, to the late Peter and Adele Gerlikas. Mary married her late husband Michael Schlossmann July 28, 2000 in Barrington, Illinois. Together they shared a wonderful marriage of 21 years...
Kam'Brii Marie Grace Gray
Jun 17, 2026
With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Kam’Brii Marie Grace Gray, of Belvidere, Illinois. Kam’Brii was born on September 10, 2025, and passed away on June 17, 2026.
Though her time with us was far too short, Kam’Brii filled every moment with love and joy. She was the light of our families and had a beautiful way of brightening every...
Clyde Ray McConnell
Jun 6, 2026
Clyde Ray McConnell, 89, passed away on June 6, 2026. He was born on January 3, 1937, in a farmhouse in Bakersfield, Missouri, to Jewel and James “Floyd” McConnell. Clyde lived a life grounded in faith, family, and a deep dedication to his community and country.
On June 22, 1957, he married the love of his life, LaVila. Together they shared...
Dixie May Giba
Jun 5, 2026
Dixie May Giba, affectionately known as "Dixers," crossed the Rainbow Bridge on June 6, 2026, at the remarkable age of 20 years old.
Born into a loving family and continuing her mother, Samurai’s, legacy, Dixie spent two decades sharing her life with those who adored her. Through every chapter, she remained a faithful companion, protector, and source of unconditional love.
Dixie ruled...
Joy Elaine Harris-Roeger
Jun 4, 2026
Joy Elaine Harris Roeger, 87, of Poplar Grove, Illinois, went to be with the Lord on June 4, 2026.
Born on October 11, 1938, in Belvidere, Illinois, Joy was the beloved daughter of Raymond and Marjorie (Rhode) Menge. She grew up in Boone County, where she developed the strong work ethic, faith, and commitment to family and community that would define...
Gwendolyn Joy Ekman Wylie
Jun 4, 2026
Gwendolyn Joy Wylie, 83, of Belvidere, Illinois, passed away peacefully at her home on June 4, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.
Gwendolyn was born on November 14, 1942, in Kingston, Illinois, to George Ekman and Thelma Bates Ekman. She grew up with a deep appreciation for family, creativity, and hard work, qualities that would define her throughout her life.
On a...
Kathy Ann Lee
Jun 1, 2026
Kathy Ann Lee, 45, of Belvidere, Illinois, passed away on Monday, June 1, 2026. She was born on February 18, 1981, to Nancy A. Lee. Kathy was a graduate of Belvidere High School, class of 1999.
She loved her niece and nephews and treasured the time she spent with family and friends. Kathy was the kind of person who would drop...