Ruby Eva Hendrickson
May 10, 2023
Ruby E. Hendrickson passed away peacefully on May 10, 2023 at the age of 96. She was born October 28, 1926 in Middleton, Wisconsin to parents, Walter and Marie Hoffman. Ruby is preceded in death by her husband, Dean Hendrickson; sons, Roger and Walter Hendrickson; parents, Walter and Marie Hoffman; brothers, Walter and Albert Hoffman; sister, Linda...
Cynthia Hope Schmidt
May 8, 2023
Cynthia Hope Schmidt, 68, peacefully ended her battle with pancreatic cancer on May 8, 2023 with her husband and soulmate of 52 years, Gary, and her son, Bruno, at her side. Cynthia was born in Rockford, IL on January 20, 1955 to Norma and Richard Olson. She spent her early years in Loves Park before moving to Belvidere...
Dennis James Lappin
May 2, 2023
Dennis James Lappin (a.k.a. Den, Denny, Uncle Den) passed on May 2, 2023. He was born October 7, 1950, son to Leverett and Maxine (Yerke) Lappin, in Woodstock, IL. Dennis graduated from Marengo Community High School and married his sweetheart, Karen Kanaly. He was an Avid Harley Rider, Hot Rod Mechanic, Fisherman, and even bigger fish story teller....
Denny Blazer
May 1, 2023
Denny Blazer, 61, of Belvidere, IL, passed away May 1, 2023. He was born on March 22, 1962, to Gladys (Rhodes) and Howard Blazer. He met his life partner, Essie Merbs in Arkansas, and together they served the Belvidere community and ran Mission programs, providing local homeless with food and clothing. Denny was also a manager at the...
Shirley Mae Pearse
Apr 30, 2023
Shirley Mae Pearse (Haffenden-Williams)
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Shirley M. Pearse, 87, of Rockford, IL passed away Sunday evening, April 30, 2023 at Fairhaven Christian Retirement Center. Shirley was born June 17, 1935, the daughter of Jesse and Bessie (Sinclair) Williams. Her father, Jesse Williams,...
Lewis D. "Jack" Bird Jr.
Apr 24, 2023
It's with a heavy heart we announce the passing of Lewis D. Bird Jr., also known to his loved ones as "Jack", on April 24, 2023 at the age of 80. Leaving behind a lifetime of memories and a legacy of love. Born on June 11,1942, in Elgin, IL....Jack lived a full and passionate life......
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Frances Ruth Swanson
Apr 23, 2023
Frances Ruth Swanson, 98, of Belvidere, IL, passed away April 23, 2023 at OSF Hospital. She was born on April 24,1924 in Genoa, IL. The daughter of Florence (Shearer) and Willie Worley. She married the love of her life, Clarence Swanson, on August 27, 1944. Together they shared two children and 73 years of marriage. She was a deeply...
Thomas Allen Detmer
Apr 22, 2023
Thomas Allen Detmer, 61, passed away, April 22, 2023. He was born on March 21, 1962, the son of Patricia and Donald G. Detmer Sr. Thomas was a dedicated Chicago Cubs and Bulls sports fan. He was an avid bowler. Thomas served the Rockford and Belvidere communities as a cook at various restaurants including The Golden Coin and...
Trevon "Chuey" J. Howard
Apr 22, 2023
Trevon "Chuey" J. Howard, 23, of Belvidere, IL passed away April 22, 2023, in Rockford, IL. He was born August 27, 1999, in Rockford, son to Anyon Howard and Maria Trevino. He graduated from Belvidere North and attended college. He worked at Hines Assembly Plant as an assembler. Trevon enjoyed music, cars and grilling. He was...
David Lee Burnett
Apr 18, 2023
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David Lee Burnett, 60, of Belvidere, IL, died peacefully, April 18, 2023, at his home. He was born July 5, 1962, in Belvidere, son to Clarence and Carolyn (Storey) Burnett. He graduated from Belvidere High School and made a lifelong career as a trim carpenter and was member of the Carpenter's Union and...