Dec 30, 2024

Ronald A. Wait, former member of the Illinois House of Representatives, devoted farmer, and lifelong Boone County resident, went to be with the Lord on December 30, 2024. Born on April 15, 1944, the son of Grace (Smith) and Cecil Wait, Ron dedicated his life to serving his community and helping others. He upheld his family's farming legacy at...

Dec 18, 2024

Roosevelt Dennis was born August 24th, 1946 in Mississippi and died December 18th, 2024.

Roosevelt is survived by his wife, Sandra Dennis after 53 years of marriage; Son and Daughter: John "Regi" Dennis and Kimberly Dennis; Siblings: Erma Dennis, Geraldine Hill, Leroy Dennis; Grandkids: Rose, Jaydon, Jett, Juston; Great Grandkids: Omari and Mac and numerous nieces and...

Dec 13, 2024

Gloria Kirchner, 84, of Belvidere, IL, died peacefully, December 13, 2024, in Belvidere. She was born May 7, 1940, in Detroit, MI, daughter to Ralph and Ruthalee (Darling) Ridley. Gloria graduated high school and worked for Northwest Railroad as a clerk. She married her sweetheart, the late James Kirchner, Sr on November 14, 1959, in Detroit.  She was a...

Dec 13, 2024

Terry Allen Blazer, 73, of Barnett, MO, passed away on December 13, 2024.

Born on September 8, 1951, Terry was the son of Gladys (Rhodes) and Howard Blazer. He was a devoted father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend.

Terry had a long career as a machinist, beginning at CAMCAR and continuing with various manufacturing companies...

Dec 12, 2024

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Deborah "Deb" Fetterolf, 63, of Belvidere, IL passed away on December 12, 2024, following a short illness. She was born August 13, 1961, to parents Berkley and Barbara Fetterolf.

Deborah graduated from Mt. Carroll High School and pursued a degree in Psychology from Illinois State University. She worked for over 30 years as...

Dec 12, 2024

Gayle Sue Yerk, 71, of Marengo, IL, passed away on December 12, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Born on October 20, 1953, Gayle was the daughter of Jean (Mundy) and LeRoy Mathison. A devoted wife, mother, sister, and grandmother, Gayle touched the lives of many with her kindness, creativity, and deep sense of community.

Gayle's work...

Dec 11, 2024

Constance "Connie" Harrison, 84, of Winnebago, formerly of Belvidere, Illinois, went to be with the Lord on December 11, 2024. She was born on April 27, 1940, in Philo, IL, the daughter of Frank Silver and Mabel (Hartz) Silver.

Connie's life was marked by love, devotion, and a commitment to her family, community, and faith. On February...

Dec 11, 2024

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Leonard E. Harris, beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and devoted lifelong farmer, who passed away on December 11, 2024, at the age of 86.

Born on October 25, 1938, to Leonard R. Harris and Elizabeth Annabelle (Streit) Harris, Leonard was raised in Capron, where he received his...

Dec 1, 2024

Jack Alan Rhode, 77, of Belvidere, IL, died peacefully in his home. He was born and raised in Belvidere as well as a lifelong resident, on June 3, 1947, son of Kenneth Rhode and Florence Mae (Luxton) Rhode. He was a Journeyman Wireman and 56-year member of the IBEW LU364, Rockford, IL. Jack married Claudia Tuttle on April 18,...

Dec 1, 2024

Glenda Joyce Lorenzini, 74, of Belvidere IL, died in Rockford, IL December 1, 2024. She was born August 31, 1950, in Moberly, Missouri, to Joyce (Mullis) Wilson. She graduated high school and attended banking school and was employed as a mortgage processor. She attended Grace Family Church. She married her sweetheart, Ted Lorenzini on June 17, 2000, in Belvidere...