KATHY LYNN SWICK, 57, of Machesney Park, IL passed away Wednesday September 16, 2020. Kathy was born on February 1, 1963; the daughter of Robert and Shirley Parkins. Kathy was a graduate of Jefferson High School and an avid Bears fan. She worked as a server at the Waffle Shop and the Rathskeller before they closed. She loved spending time with her grandchildren.
Survivors include her husband Greg Swick; daughter Jessica Morgan; sons Joseph (Brianna) Carter, Wesley Morgan and Dustin (Mandy) Carter; mother Shirley Collins; sisters Karie (Leroy) Williams and Karmen Parkins; brothers Edward and Harold Bridges, and Bradley Parkins; grandchildren Noah, Rylin, Addison, Jax and Bella Carter and Addison Morgan; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Kathy was predeceased by her grandparents; father Robert Parkins and sister Roseann Bridges.
A celebration of life will be at a later date. Stateline Cremations is in charge of arrangements 712 Windsor Rd, Loves Park, IL 61111. www.statelinecremations.com
RUTH ELAINE JARMAN, 71, of Rockford, passed away September 17, 2020 in her home. Ruth, daughter of Clifford Bowker and Grace (Beyer) Bowker-Turgeon, was born in Mount Holly, NJ on September 28, 1948. She married David L. Jarman Sr. on April 14, 1972, he preceded her in death. Ruth enjoyed painting and nature walks.
Survivors include her sons Joe (Heather) Jarman and David (Tammy) Jarman II; daughters Patricia Hall and Mary Leonard; brother Wayne (Kai) Bowker; grandchildren Jamie (Craig) Willoughby, Josh (Dallas) Higgins, Alex Lindstrom, Adam and Leanna Nation and Tori and Matt Hall; great grandchildren Waylon and Silas Willoughby, Seralyn Higgins, Lexi, Adarius and Alisia Blazer.
Ruth was predeceased by her grandparents; parents; brothers Ken and David Bowker.
There will be a Celebration of Life at a later date. Cremation rites have taken place. Stateline Cremations are in charge of arrangements, 712 Windsor Rd, Loves Park, IL 61111. www.statelinecremations.com
Bunnie Marie Ault, 77, of Rockford, died October 10, 2020 in her home. Born December 3, 1942 in Rockford; daughter of Arthur W. and Irene S. (Carter) Fedderly. Bunnie enjoyed her flower gardening and spending time with her family, especially her “sunshine” Tuck, her new great-grandson.
She is survived by her daughters Misty (Paul) Foster and Yvette McGreane; grandchildren Christopher and Jacob (Emily) Foster; great-grandson Wade Tucker Foster; son-in-law Tom McGreane; sisters Paulette (Butch) Dyer and Lynnette (Vern) Howell; several nieces and nephews; her dog Bitsy and cat Dotty; and her best friend Robert “Gene” Walker.
There will a Celebration of Life at later date. Stateline Cremations is assisting the family, 712 Windsor Rd., Loves Park. www.statelinecremations.com
Shirley Vetter, 76, of Rockford, passed away on November 1, 2020 in her home after a year long battle with pancreatic cancer. She was born February 4, 1944 in Wakefield, MI; daughter of Clyde and Eleanor (Fingeroos) Harris. She grew up in Wakefield and graduated from Wakefield High School. She was married to her devoted and loving husband Tom Vetter. They made their home in several locations until 1995 when they settled in Rockford. Tom was by her side constantly through her final journey.
Shirley is survived by her husband Tom; daughter Kristy (Todd) Laitinen; and grandson Matt. She was predeceased by her parents.
As per Shirley’s wishes there will be a private celebration of life in Rockford at a later date. Stateline Cremations is assisting the family, 712 Windsor Rd., Loves Park. www.statelinecremations.com
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Boston, Linda Eileen, 76 of Machesney Park, IL ; died at home October 25th, 2020. Born in Peoria, IL on August 29th, 1944, the daughter of Ralph and Norma (Welch) Lucas. She is survived by daughter Krista Harney, Machesney Park IL; sons Michael (Nita) Brodbeck Jr, Chillicothe IL, Matthew (Jolen) Martinez, Machesney Park IL, and Christopher Martinez,
Machesney Park IL; sister Lisa (Steve) Bartley; several grandchildren and great grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents, daughter Kari Thornton, brother Andrew Lucas, and
sister Kristina Lower. Her greatest joy was spending time with her family, especially her many grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Patricia “Pat” Ann Larson, 88 of Rockford, IL. , died October 24, 2020. Born August 26, 1932, the daughter of Clifford and Irene Larson. She is survived by her sister Betty Fiaccabino, many nieces and nephews and special friends. Predeceased by her parents, 3 brothers and 3 sisters. Pat passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by loving family after complications from a recent surgery. “It is a funny way that people in our family handle death, but somehow we can’t help but think it’s the healthiest way; remembering the good times, laughing at jokes and things that happened, it’s way better than simply being sad.”
There will be no services at Pat’s request, but a celebration of her life at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations to Northern Illinois Hospice. Arrangements by Stateline Cremations, 712 Windsor Road, Loves Park.
Gary W. Johnson, 72, of Loves Park, passed away January 4, 2021 in his home of natural causes. He was born March 20, 1948 in Rockford; son of Horace “Al” Johnson and Donna Collins. Gary was an Army veteran and was a hardworking, dedicated man. He was a skilled craftsman and worked in auto repair and restoration. He would watch his grandsons Trent and Tanner race at the drag strip. He loved his Harley’s and Rat Rod. He enjoyed traveling to Nascar races, numerous drag strips, Sturgis, and auctions. He is survived by his sons Troy (Stephanie) Johnson, Jared (Elisa) Johnson, and Chad Tongue; daughter Kimberly Liston; 10 grandchildren; 4 great grandchildren; sisters Denise Maggio, Lynette Cassaro; and his beloved pet Myla. He is predeceased by his parents.
Stateline Cremations is assisting the family, 712 Windsor Rd., Loves Park.
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From all of us at Stateline Cremations, we wish the families that we have served during 2020 blessings in 2021. God bless all of you.
Robert “Bob” A. Marinelli, 68, passed away on Saturday, December 26, 2020, in Rockford, Illinois. Bob was born to Eleanor and Ettore Marinelli on November 30, 1952 in Rockford. Bob attended Boylan High School, graduating in 1970. Bob faithfully served his country in the Army Reserves for six years. Bob married the love of his life, Lassie Cox, on August 26, 1972. Bob was an avid Chicago Bears and Cubs fan. Bob also spent his time camping and fishing in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area (BWCA) for 40 years. He also had involvement with the Boy Scouts throughout his years. Bob is survived by his loving wife of 48 years, Lassie; children, Trent Marinelli, Terese Marinelli, Tara Simmons; dog children, Abby and Stella; grandchildren, Talia, Travis, Tegan; grandpuppies, Augie, Jude, Rizzo; sisters, Bernadette (Jerry) Pennington, Beverly (Tim) Wilson, Becky (Jeff) Olson; brothers, Bruce (Sandi) Marinelli, Bill Marinelli. No services for Bob are being announced at this time. Stateline Cremations is assisting the family, 712 Windsor Road, Loves Park, Illinois, 61111.
Dean Edward Ferguson, 70, of Byron, Illinois went home to be with Jesus surrounded by his children on Sunday, March 21, 2021 at OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center in Rockford, Illinois. Dean was born in Geneva, IL along with his identical twin brother, Gene, on October 24, 1950 to Earl and Helen (Kesselhath) Ferguson making Eileen (Ricketts) a big sister. Dean graduated from Geneva High School in 1969. Dean worked as an auto mechanic for many years and retired in 2012. Dean would happily assist anyone with auto repairs and could diagnose a vehicle issue over the phone by just getting a description of the problem. Dean, like his father before him, fulfilled his life long dream and purchased and ran his own dairy farm in New Richmond, Wisconsin for several years. Dean loved when his family and friends would come visit and they would help out and be a part of his daily life on the farm. In one particular instance his niece, Myrna, never went back home and to this day still lives in New Richmond, Wisconsin.
Dean enjoyed spending time with his children and grandbabies. He loved taking walks with a good friend while his grandbabies would play at the park. Dean liked sitting outside while his grandbabies played and sat on his lap and on more than one occasion one of them would fall asleep in his arms, sometimes even Dean would be snoozing. He enjoyed riding his scooter, watching airplanes take off and land at the local airport and flying planes with his twin brother. Dean enjoyed watching sci-fi and western movies. Dean loved to listen to Christian and lite 70’s rock music. You could always count on Dean playing practical jokes trying to scare you just because he loved to see people’s reactions.
Dean lived his life worshipping his Lord and Savior and faithfully attended all church services at Calvary Lighthouse Church bringing many of his grandbabies along with. He enjoyed mowing the church lawn and was always willing to help his fellow church members with vehicle repairs. He even helped his pastor restore two corvettes by standing over the hood saying what needed to be done and making his pastor do all the work. Dean joyfully volunteered wherever he was needed at his church. As his pastor Jim said, “Dean’s handprints are literally all over every surface at church”. Dean was always reading his bible and would send a daily text of a bible verse to family and friends.
Although Dean is already missed, he will live on in all those he has imprinted during his life’s journey.
Dean is survived by his children Tim (Cindy) Ferguson, Connie Ferguson, Cassie (Andy Beam) Ferguson, Shauna (Joe Russo) Ferguson and Mark (Taylor) Ferguson; grandchildren Taylor, Tyler (Sabrina), Ben, Tyler, Katie, Brayden, Natalie, Isaiah, Nick, Paityn, Zack, Payton, Nina, Jaymeson, Anna, Nolan, Waylon; and great-grand-daughter Alaina; Sister Eileen (Tom) Ricketts; sister-in-law Mary Ferguson and many nieces and nephews and extended family. Dean was preceded in death by his father Earl Ferguson; mother Helen Lentz; stepfather Cal Lentz; and twin brother Gene Ferguson.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, April 3, 2021 Pastor Jim Horvath to officiate with fellowship from 12:00-1:00pm and service at 1:00pm at Calvary Lighthouse Church, 14409 E. Hemstock Rd. Rochelle, Illinois 61068. Stateline Cremations is assisting the family, 712 Windsor Rd. Loves Park. www.statelinecremations.com
Renee Lynn Cederholm, 36, of Rockton, Illinois, passed away in her home on Tuesday, March 16, 2021. Renee was born to Edna and Robert Goins Senior on April 2, 1984 in Joliet, Illinois. Renee attended Crown Point High School, Southern Illinois University, and graduated from Rockford Career College in 2018. Renee was a massage therapist, working for Optimum Rehabilitation Center as a Senior Massage Therapist and Physical Therapist Aide. Renee enjoyed nature around her, including gardening and numerous indoor plants. She also had a great interest in adding to her personal collection of vintage Corningware. Renee was passionate about adopting Pitbulls. Most recently she adopted Doyle and she was working hard to help him become a solid citizen. Renee is survived by her loving daughters, Kamryn and Lily Cederholm; brothers, Robert Goins, Duane Goins, and David Carrigan; nieces, Evalyn Goins and Aaliyah Goins; several aunts and uncles; the Cederholm family, and the Champlin family. Renee was preceded in death by her parents, and brother, Damian Carrigan. A celebration of life will take place for Renee on Friday, March 26, 2021 at The Martin House, 5635 Nebeshone Lane, Rockford, Illinois, 61103 at 6:00 P.M. In Lieu of Flowers, the family is establishing a college fund for her daughters, Kamryn and Lily. Stateline Cremations is assisting the family, 712 Windsor Road, Loves Park, Illinois, 61111.
Richard Michael Drahn, 75, of Machesney Park, passed away in his home surrounded by his family on March 20, 2021. Born December 1, 1945 in Boise, Idaho; son of Auburn W. and Colleen O. (Townsend) Drahn. Richard served in the US Army during the Vietnam Conflict and earned a Vietnam Service Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal, and the Good Conduct Medal. He married Rosemarie (DiPrima) Graceffa on July 4, 1990. Richard was an avid pool player and was a member of many leagues over the years. He took pride in his yard work and enjoyed watching the hummingbirds. He also liked to spend time with is wife Rosie and fur buddy Rocky.
He is survived by his loving wife Rosie; daughter Sonia (Brad) Hoglund; stepson Sam (Crystal) Graceffa; stepdaughter Vitina (Mo) Graceffa; grandchildren Scott and Shawn Hoglund, Justin (Julia) Graceffa, Santina Graceffa, Vito Kuelling, and Giovanni Graceffa; and sister Darlene (Robert) Johnson. He is predeceased by his parents; sister Jackie Oakes; and brother Allan Drahn.
The Drahn family would like to extend a special thank you to Swedish American Cancer Center, Serenity Hospice and Home including CJ and Brittany, and Dr. Kalweit and Dr. Gahley with palliative care.
Per Richard’s request there will be no services. Stateline Cremations is assisting the family, 712 Windsor Rd., Loves Park. www.statelinecremations.com
Terry Ray Dyer of Roscoe, Illinois, passed away peacefully in his home on March 21, 2021. He was born on December 12, 1946 to Raymond Nelson and Mildred Louise (Nelson) Dyer. Terry was born at Rockford Memorial Hospital and grew up primarily in Rochelle, IL, graduating from Rochelle Township High School in 1968. He was a semi-professional drag racer at Rockford Dragway in Byron, in his car called Bardahl, and won several championship trophies. He was a founding member of the Speed Shifters Car Club in Rochelle. He met Carol (Myllymaki) Lundberg in 1973. He married Carol on June 29, 1974, loving her 3 children as his own. Their daughter, Jennifer, was born a couple years later. They made their home in Sycamore until 1986, then moved to Roscoe, where he spent the rest of his life. Terry was interested in history and trains. He shared his love of history by working at Memorial Hall in Rockford and public speaking about Camp Grant, President Roosevelt, his dad, Ray's, service during WWII and numerous other subjects pertaining to Rockford and Northern Illinois. He was a member of the Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War, serving as Department Commander for 2 consecutive years. He traveled to Gettysburg and many other Civil War related battlefields through the Sons of Union Veterans. He was also a member of the Rock River Valley Civil War Roundtable and the Rockford Historical Society. Terry was a longtime member of the State Line S-Gaugers and Lena Depot Stove Gang, with an extensive collection of American Flyer trains.
Survivors are his wife of 46 years, Carol; sister, Virginia Dyer; children Lauri (Jeff) Paulsen, Cindy (Roger) Diedrich, Steve Lundberg and Jennifer (Matt) Mickelson. Grandchildren Tim (Cassie) Paulsen, Chris (Katie) Paulsen, Matthew Paulsen, Jake and Ashley Diedrich, Ruadhan Lundberg and Corran Mickelson. Great-grandchildren Olivia, Nola and Brielle Paulsen and Freddie and Frankie Paulsen. He was preceded in death by his parents and granddaughter in law, Alexis Paulsen.
A Celebration of Life will take place Wednesday, June 3, 2021 from 2:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M at the Veterans Memorial Hall, 211 North Main Street, Rockford, Illinois, 61101. Memorials may be made, and sent to Stateline Cremations, where they will be directed to the family. Stateline Cremations is assisting the family, 712 Windsor Road, Loves Park, Illinois, 61111.
Ronald Leo Colson of Oregon, Illinois died March 19th, 2021. He was born on September 9th, 1940 in Rockford, Illinois to Leo Joseph and Mary (Gearhart) Colson. Growing up in Oregon as a young boy, Ron spent a lot of time in his father’s automotive garage. His father was a noted harness racer, winning many a race in the region. Ron took after his father’s love of racing, but in a different fashion. Ron preferred racing cars, and became a successful drag racer, especially in the area of ‘Funny Cars.’ He even won the title of World Champion at the IHRA finals in 1974. Ron enjoyed politics and he cared deeply about Ogle County. He served the Community for many years as an Ogle County Board Member. Ron also spent many years on the board of the National Lincoln Highway Association based at the H. I. Lincoln Building in Franklin, Grove, Illinois. He was also involved with the restoration of this old building. A lover of music, in 2000 Ron began and hosted an open stage show in Oregon, Illinois called ‘First Fridays.’ Many musicians from all over the region have participated in this show. Even some known, local artists have graced the ‘First Fridays’ stage from time to time. The donations received at these ‘First Fridays’ shows were put to good use. Ron began a project to help beautify Oregon. He purchased and then began planting spruce trees along route 64, coming in from the east side. Some of these trees are quite large now. Along with his parents, Ron was predeceased by sister Judy and brother Dennis. He is survived by special friend Kathryn Stauffer. Being the eternal optimist, Ron just loved life. He loved people and people loved Ron. He will be remembered fondly by all who knew him. Stateline Cremations is assisting the family, 712 Windsor Road, Loves Park, IL, 61111. statelinecremations.com
