All Obituaries

Robert H. Whitney, 96, of Alabaster, AL, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Tuesday, February 6, 2024. He was Born March 9, 1927, in Rockford, IL. The son of the late, Samuel and Bertha (Hood) Whitney. He graduated from Belvidere High School and then joined the United States Navy Where he served our country during WWII. He married the love of his life, Cora Bremer on May 31, 1951. He worked at Barnes Drill International as an engineer and salesman. His work gave him the...

Corine “Cory” Lee Popp, 64, of Poplar Grove, IL, passed away Sunday, December 3, 2023, at Swedish American Hospital in Rockford, IL. She was born April 26, 1959 to the late Millard and Joan (Chancellor) Kahne. She married the love of her life, Frank R. Popp Jr. September 6, 1980 in Elk Grove Village, IL. She enjoyed spending her time reading, watching old television shows, and spending time with her family. She is loved and will be missed by her beloved husband, Frank; son,...

Lisa Jo Vance, 60 of Garden Prairie, IL  passed away peacefully in her home with her family by her side.  She went to be with the Lord and loved ones that have gone before her on Monday, April 22, 2024, Lisa was born on February 25th, 1964 in Belvidere, IL to Richard " R.J." Daniels and Roberta (Wright) Daniels.  She graduated from Belvidere High School in 1982 and was a member of the FFA. She was a lifetime member of Immanuel Lutheran Church in...

Mary “Janet” Lacke, 85, of Belvidere, IL, passed away suddenly on April 27, 2024.  She was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.  She was born in Galena, IL on August 7, 1938. The daughter of Joseph and Vera (Beadle) Wienen. She graduated Scales Mound HS 1956. She married Thomas D. Lacke on October 9th, 1965, at St. Michael’s Catholic Church Galena, IL. Janet's life was marked by selflessness, kindness, and generosity touching...

Edward “Eddie” William Smith, 65, of Irene, IL passed away Thursday, April 25, 2024 at his home. He was born on December 11, 1958 in Cherry Valley, IL to Edward W. and Hazel (Wilson) Smith Sr. He married the love of his life, Star Lavelle Mosqueta May 27, 2000 and have been together since 1983. He was an Operating Engineer for Michaels Mining Rock & Stone Company. Eddie was an avid hunter, fisherman and outdoorsman. He enjoyed working hard in the great outdoors and most of...

Mary Joan (Mann) Verken, 88, of Belvidere, IL passed into the arms of Jesus on Thursday, April 18, 2024 at the home of her daughter, Kim, and son-in-law, Mark Zierke.  All three of her daughters were able to be at her side throughout her last days.  Mary was born to the late William and Mabel (Raddatz) Mann on January 19, 1936 in Winona, MN. As a young child Mary was a true daddy’s girl. Her father encouraged her to dream big! So, she left her childhood home, despite a touch...

Patricia Anne Nelligan, 58, of Lutz, FL, passed away Monday, April 15, 2024. She was born December 22, 1965 in Chicago, IL to Patrick and Eileen (O’Driscoll) Sullivan. She received her Bachelor’s Degree of Science in Nursing from Loyola and her Master’s Degree in Oncology Nursing from Northern Illinois University. Patricia retired as a Pharmaceutical Representative working for AstraZeneca. She was proud to publish her own book, Peppy Up, a story to help children struggling...

Janice Irene Shattuck, 87, of Rockford, IL, passed away Sunday, April 14, 2024 at Northwoods Care Center in Belvidere, IL. She was born January 27, 1937 in Rockford, IL to Lief and Irene (Johnson) Gulbrantson. She married the love of her life, Willard Frederick Shattuck August 19, 1961. Janice was a bookkeeper for The Flower Bin in Belvidere for many years. She enjoyed making ceramics and diamond art. Janice was known as the reigning cribbage champion in her family and loved to watch old...

Joyce Marie Creighton, 71, of Belvidere, IL passed away at her home surrounded by her family on Sunday, March 10, 2024. She was born July 6, 1952, in Chicago, IL to the late Joseph and Genevieve (Kilobassa) Zwierzyna. After graduating Ridgewood High School in 1970, she landed a job where she met the love of her life, James Creighton. They were married May 13, 1979, in Oak Park, IL. Joyce held many roles in life, none more important than as a mother & grandmother. When she suddenly lost...

Jeffery Scott Spate, 63, Cherry Valley, IL, passed away Tuesday, April 2, 2024, at his home. He was born November 2, 1960, in Belvidere, IL to John Gordon “Gordy” and Judith “Judi” (Kingren) Spate. He graduated from Belvidere High School in 1979. He was a Union Capenter and was very good at it. He was a skilled woodworker and a true artist. He was proud of the cedar strip canoe that he made by hand. He was a member of the Belvidere Free Mason’s and the Coon...