Sep 4, 2024

Mark David Rudy, 66, of Poplar Grove, IL, passed away September 4, 2024. Born on January 14, 1958 in Belvidere, IL to David and Louise (Telschow) Rudy, Mark's childhood was spent in Huntley and then Freeport. Mark graduated from Freeport High School in 1976 and continued his education at Southern Illinois University where he graduated with a Bachelors of...

Sep 4, 2024

Thomas "Tommy" Lovan, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and esteemed member of his community, passed away on September 4, 2024, at the age of 78. Born on October 10, 1945, in Detroit, Michigan. Tommy's life was a testament to dedication, service, and unwavering love for his family and community.

Tommy married the love of his life, Candy,...

Aug 31, 2024

Walter Smith, a beloved father, grandfather, passed away peacefully on August 31, 2024, at the age of 58. Walter's passing leaves a void in the hearts of all who knew him, but his memory will live on through the countless lives he touched.  Walter was born on October 9, 1965, in Elgin, IL. The son of Larry and Mary...

Aug 29, 2024

Shirley Jean Eddy passed away peacefully on August 29, 2024, joining the love of her life, Bud, after a long and courageous battle with dementia. Shirley married Bud Eddy, and together they raised four beloved daughters. Though Bud was taken too soon, Shirley remained the steadfast matriarch of the Eddy clan.

Shirley had a deep love for...

Aug 21, 2024

Carol Buffington (Buff), Age 77, passed away peacefully at home with loved ones by her side on Wednesday, August 21, 2024. Carol was born on July 18, 1947 to the late John & Donna (Gulick) Stanfle. Carol graduated from Iowa Wesleyan College & began her teaching career with District 100 in Belvidere, where she taught for 35 years. Her...

Aug 16, 2024

Garry Lloyd Crull, 80, died on August 16th of cancer. He was born January 24, 1944, the oldest child of Lloyd and Florence (Jeffers) Crull. 1962 graduate of North Boone High School, Poplar Grove, IL, and graduated in 1966 from Northern Illinois University, DeKalb, IL. with a BS in Education and in 1976 from the University of Wisconsin- Platteville...

Aug 15, 2024

Judith "Judy" Anderson, 73, of Belvidere, IL, died peacefully, August 15, 2024, in Rockford, IL. She was born December 6, 1950, daughter to Dick and Marie (Youngman) Barr.  During her life, she enjoyed working in many different fields of customer relations; before retiring in 2023.   She attended United Methodist Church in Belvidere and loved to garden. She also enjoyed...

Aug 15, 2024

Joan Ruth Fidder, 82, of Belvidere, IL, passed away peacefully at home on August 15, 2024 after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born on November 1, 1941 in DeKalb, IL. The daughter of Agnes (Schalk) and Ray Mosher.

On February 13, 1960 she married the love of her life, Robert Fidder. Together they had 5...

Aug 12, 2024

In loving memory of precious Michelangelo Colin-Marquez who was taken from us too soon. He was born sleeping on August 12, 2024. The son of Joanna Colin and Leandro Marquez.

Though you were with us for only a short time, your presence brought joy and hope to our lives. We find solace in knowing that you are...

Aug 12, 2024

Wayne Dee Polinder, 79, of Poplar Grove, IL, passed away peacefully at home on August 12, 2024, in Poplar Grove, surrounded by his loved ones. He was born May 2, 1945, in Milaca, MN., son to Henry and Bernice (Starr) Polinder.

He is loved and missed by his wife, Helga of Poplar Grove; sons, Russell (Charity) Polinder...