All Obituaries

Eddie L. Carey, 65, of Rockford passed away March 15, 2023. Cremation rites have been accorded, no services at this time. 

Siv V. Schmidt, 81, of Rockford, IL passed away peacefully March 9, 2023 surrounded by her daughters. She was born in Stockholm, Sweden on May 1, 1941 to parents, Niles and Helga.  She came to the United States when she was eighteen years young and it became her home and she made a life for herself. She worked and retired from the Lamb test facility where she met the love of her life, O'Howard Schmidt. She loved spending time with her family and loved ones; it was her favorite...

Mary M. Rush, 59, of Rockford passed away February 21, 2023 in Rockford.  No services are planned at this time. 

Frederick Ewing Mehren, 83, of Rockford passed away peacefully Sunday, February 19, 2023. Fred was born May 27, 1939 in Platteville, WI, the son of Otto and Aletha (Ewing) Mehren. After graduating Platteville High School, Fred came to Rockford to attend Rockford Business College where he received a BS in business administration. Fred’s last position was Showroom Lighting Manager at Foresco Lighting in Rockford retiring in 1979 due to health reasons. Fred married Judith Ann Lee, also...

John L. Gallagher, 65, of Rockford passed away February 12, 2023. He was born January 28, 1956 son of Leo and Vivian Gallagher. He had several yard work and gardening jobs around the city of Rockford. He enjoyed yard work, bike riding, holidays with family, the Chicago Bears and was a WWE fan.  Survivors include his sisters, Ellen, Marie, Marilyn and Debbie; brother, Jim. Predeceased by his parents; sister, Linda; brother, Rick. 

  Jan E. Sherwood, 71, of Loves Park passed away February 10, 2023. She was born November 8, 1951 in Norfolk, Virginia daughter of William Patton and Betty Haston. She Married Nathan Sherwood on August 28, 1971 in Hopedale, IL. She graduated from Illinois Central College and was a CNA at Fairhaven. She was a member of North Love Christian Church. She enjoyed angels and flowers but most of all her grandchildren.  Survived by her husband, Nathan; children, Michelle R. Rahn and...

Deborah C. (Stults) Easton, 70, of Rockford, passed away surrounded by family and friends on Sunday, January 29, 2023. She was born in Rockford, Illinois on March 29, 1952, the daughter of Albert and Dorothy Stults. Her passions encompassed animal welfare, fashion, jewelry, caring for others, playing the slots, and spending time with friends. Over the years, Deborah’s talents included bartending, catering, estate sales, and occasional modeling for a local boutique. Deborah was...

Beverly Dean Reavis, 89, beloved Wife of Duane Reavis and Mother, Grandmother, Great Grandmother & Great Great Grandmother, affectionately referred to as “Noni”. Bev was born in Monroe, Wisconsin and passed away at Beloit Memorial Hospital on January 16, 2023 with her family by her side. Bev was an absolute “Shopping Professional” with an impeccable flair for design. She also had a passion for golf, wintering in Florida and was devoted to her family. Bev belonged...

Zachary Daniel Frost passed away November 16, 2022 at the age of 36. Zachary was born in Rockford, IL on September 2, 1986. He is survived by his mother, April Frost; and his treasured children, Tyler Frost, Taylor Frost, Arya Frost, and Audria Frost; sister, Keri (Glynn) Mallon; nieces, Grace and Ellie; uncle, Rich (Betty) Casper; aunt, Marianne Casper; cousins, Terry Casper, Laura Van Loan, Russ Casper, and Jeremy Casper. He was predeceased by his father,...

Sheila Ann (Rogers) Germann, age 73, passed away surrounded by her children and grandchildren at OSF on November 3, 2022 after a brief illness. Shelia was born October 8, 1949 in Springfield, IL and graduated from Springfield High in 1967. She earned dual associate degrees with honors in 1991 from Rockford Business College. She was retired from her position with UIC College of Medicine as a Credentialing Specialist. She enjoyed motorcycling and spending time with her family and her feline...