Donald Quincy Wellman, Jr., 58, of Poplar Grove, IL, died November 26, 2025, in Rockford, IL. Born November 2, 1967, in Chicago, IL, son to Donald Zeraihi Wellman, Sr and Rachel Joyce (Taylor) Wellman. Donald graduated from high school and began working in the car industry. He worked for M & K Trucking Co.,in customer service for many years....
Gerald "Jerry" Leland Carter, 54, of Capron, IL, passed away suddenly on November 24, 2025. He was born December 10, 1970, in Davenport, Iowa, to LaVon (Krueger) and Wayne Carter.
Jerry graduated from Davenport North High School and built his life on hard work and determination. He spent his early years in construction, landscaping, and roofing before...
Javier "El Gato" M. Ramirez, 75, of Belvidere, IL, died peacefully after a brief illness in Rockford, IL on November 20, 2025 surrounded by family.
He was born April 7, 1950, son to Antonio Martinez Ramirez and Gregoria Moreno Huizar in El Cuidado, Tepetongo, Zacatecas, Mexico . Javier attended school in Mexico and came to USA at...
Nancy A Love
Born November 8, 1950
Sioux Falls, South Dakota
Died November 19, 2025.
The daughter of Howard J. and Shirley L Donahoe Wolfe. Sr
Grew up on farms in Iowa, before moving back to South Dakota, then to Belvidere, Illinois. Graduated from Belvidere High School.
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Todd Alan Laird, 46, of Belvidere, Illinois, passed away on November 18, 2025 after a courageous and inspiring battle with ALS.
Born on August 5, 1979, in Chicago, he was the beloved son of Rosemary (Viscione) and Bruce Laird.
On May 17, 2012, Todd married the love of his life, Ali (Friend) at the Rock...
Patricia Anne Sanford, affectionately known to her grandchildren and great grandchildren as "Meme", was 93 when she passed away on November 17, 2025, peacefully in her home, surrounded by family. Pat was born on April 10, 1932, in Senecaville, Ohio to her parents, Glenn Bates and Angie Wilson Bates. Pat had two brothers, Robert and Wiliam Bates. Pat married...
Carl William Stadler Jr. AKA "The Rooster" 69, of Belvidere, IL, passed away on November 13, 2025. He was a deeply devoted father, grandfather, brother, and friend. Known for his contagious laugh, generous spirit, and big heart.
Born on June 23, 1956, to Carl Stadler Sr. and Antonia Vece Stadler, Carl carried a strong work ethic throughout...
Janice Elaine Smith, 78, of Winter Garden, Fl., died in her home surrounded by her loved ones on November 9, 2025, in Winter Garden. She was born April 13, 1947, in Rockford, IL, daughter to Eugene and Beverly (Lane) Cowell. Janice graduated from West High School in Rockford, IL, and received her associates degree at Illinois Central College ....
Arlene J. Kraaz, 84, of Cherry Valley, IL, died peacefully November 7, 2025, in Cherry Valley. She was born February 7, 1941, in Chicago, IL, daughter to Glenn and Dorothy Nagle. She graduated Steinmetz High School in Chicago and worked in retail and customer service at Madigans department store for many years. She also did volunteer work for area...
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On October 29th, 2025 Daniel Robert Wilcox, lover of family, friends, and believer in Christ died from a sudden illness. He was born September 14th, 1964 to Patricia and Larry in Belvidere, Illinois. He graduated from Belvidere High School. He was a hard worker and enjoyed serving the community through his work at Jack Wolf...