All Obituaries

Marcia "Marcy" Carolyn Stanger (nee Meyers) of Poplar Grove, IL, formerly of Apple Canyon Lake, IL, died Monday, April 1, 2024. Marcy was born June 9, 1935 in Chicago, Illinois to Harry and Virginia (Kappus) Meyers. Marcy is survived by her loving and devoted husband of 65 years, Robert; her two sons, Michael (Laura) of Kirkland, WA and Dan (Susan) of Burke, VA; two daughters, Carrie (Richard) Jensen of Edina, MN and Lauren (Robb) Clawson of...

Dong Thi Huynh, 76, of Rockford, passed away on Thursday, April 25, 2024. Service details are pending.

Jaylynn Ramirez born on September 19th, 2003 in Rockford, IL has ended her journey on this earth on April 24th, 2024 at a young 20 years old.  She will be forever loved and remembered by her mother Sandie, father Arnulfo, older brothers German and Christopher.  She was also dearly loved and will be remembered by her stepfather Marco, siblings Alondra, Angel, Julietta, Hamael, aunts, uncles, cousins, friends and of course her Nana Nancy.  Jaylynn also leaves behind her two fur...

James Phillip Guglielmetti, 86, of Rockford, passed away peacefully with his family by his side after a short illness on April 23, 2024.  Jim married Karen Skaggs in 1959.  Jim bartended at Victory Tap, was in sales at Western Auto and retired from Browning Ferris Industries in 1996.  He was an avid golfer, liked taking his walks in the park, and had a passion for growing tomatoes.  He loved his family and he loved to go fishing.  Whether it be in Minnesota or the...

Jo Ann Tamborello, 71, was a lifelong Rockford resident. She was born November 13, 1952 and passed away peacefully April 22, 2024 surrounded by her loving family. She graduated from Rockford's East High and worked in retailing over 30 years at Kohl's and then JC Penney. Jo Ann and her husband Steven were married 50 years. Survived by daughter, Andrea Sandberg of Rockford; son, Joseph (Tiffany) Tamborello and grandson, Benjamin from Indianapolis, IN.  She also leaves...

James Frederick Geaschel, 79, of Cherry Valley, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, April 21, 2024.  He was born on January 19, 1945 in East St. Louis, IL, to Adolph Earl and Clara (Nash) Geaschel.  He graduated from Collinsville High School in 1963.  Married Judith A. Kemper in East St. Louis, IL, on October 16, 1964.  Jim was a machine builder and assembler at several local companies.  He loved old cars and going to car shows.  He enjoyed watching old...

Carolyn J. Hopper, 77, of Loves Park, joined her beloved husband to be with the Lord on April 21, 2024.  She was born on July 4, 1946 in the town of Dowagiac, MI.  She married William T. Hopper on May 29, 1962 and they were happily married for 47 years before his passing.  Carolyn was a homemaker all her life, taking care of her husband, and together they raised five children.  She also helped with raising their oldest grandchild.  She loved reading novels, bowling,...

Reynaldo A. Reyes, Sr., 85, of Loves Park, IL passed away April 21, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. Born in the Philippines on January 4, 1939, to his parents, Moises Reyes and Olympia Parada. Reynaldo married his true love, Bienvenida G. Reyes on November 23, 1958, in Manila, Philippines. Survived by his children, Jeanette (Manny), Josie (Renie), Chito (Rowena), Jackie (Rowel), Jovie (Soc), Hector (Mian), Eduardo, Christy, Jimmy, and Rowena; many grandchildren from the USA, Canada,...

Cecil H. Kennington (Coach K) was born on October 1, 1942 to Virdie Lee Kennington in Humboldt, TN. He moved to Rockford, Il in 1953 with his mom and 5 brothers. As a youngster, he loved playing baseball and fishing. In 1957, he met the love of his life, Donna Mae Hutchins. He married her on March 26, 1960. The two have been sweethearts for 64 years. Between 1962 and 1965, Donna and Cecil had 3 children, Kim, Tina, and Craig. He worked hard to provide for his family and taught himself...

Jerry L. Dailing, 70, of Rockford, Illinois, peacefully left his earthly home after a short illness and was received as a citizen of Heaven on April 16, 2024.  He was born July 18, 1953, in Rock Island, Illinois, son of Jerry and Pat Dailing. He was a 1971 graduate of Rockford West High School. Jerry married Anne Doering on November 8, 2019. He retired from Schnuck's Supermarket.  Jerry was well read and enjoyed Biblical and philosophical debates. He was...