All Obituaries

Edward “Butch” Larson, 68, of Florence, AZ formerly of Cherry Valley, IL passed away peacefully at home with his wife on Wednesday, February 6, 2019 after a courageous battle with cancer. Born on June 23, 1950 in Rockford, IL to Amos “Bud” and Regina “Jean” Larson. Served in the Army from 1970 – 1972.  Married Jean Abramovich on May 21, 1977 in Rockford. He was a 45 year member of Electrical Workers Local 364. Retired in 2012 from Morse...

Kathryn “Kay” Marye Faith Leeson, 84, passed away Wednesday, March 13, 2019 at Lincolnshire Place in Loves Park, Illinois. Kay was born to Bessie Irene (Baumgardner) and Charles Leslie Moore August 9, 1934 in Durand, Illinois. She was a devoted and loving mother to her four children. Graduated Rockford College with a B.S. in Elementary Education in 1971 and in 1976 she graduated with an M.S. Special Education at Northern Illinois University. She became the coordinator of the...

Thomas K. Milne, 80, of Rockford, passed away Friday, March 8, 2019. He was born on February 21, 1939 in Elroy, Wisconsin to Keith and Evelyn (Domke) Milne. Thomas worked at Ingersoll for 37 years, retiring in 1999. He had a passion for golf and fishing. Thomas was an avid Green Bay Packers and Milwaukee Brewers fan.  Survivors include his wife, Carla; daughter, Marci Hallgren; sons, Timothy and Todd Milne; grandson, Nathan Hallgren; brother, Ted (Dawn) Milne. Predeceased by his...

Tina Toy Cook, 64, Rockford, IL passed away on Wednesday March 13, 2019 after a long illness surrounded by her family. Born in Rockford, daughter of Henry and Jo Ann Southerland. Tina is survived by her loving husband, Tom; siblings, Patty (Charles) Hamilton and Barbara (Mike) Hodyniak; step-daughter, Amy (Jeff) Taber; 4 grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her parents; beloved children, William Long and Tonya Southerland; brother, Allen Southerland;...

Neal "the Real Deal" Resendez, 70, surrounded by his family, made his final ride into the gates of heaven on March 12, 2019. Neal LaMont Resendez was born to Josephine (Graham) and Philip Resendez on September, 27, 1948 in San Bernardino, CA.  Neal lived life to the fullest and lived in numerous places.  He loved to travel and see new places.  He never met a stranger and to know Neal was to be loved.  He ended up settling down in Belvidere, IL...

Ryan Russell Yapp, 33, of Belvidere, Illinois passed away on Tuesday, March 12, 2019 at his residence in West Hollywood, California.  Born July 29, 1985 in Rockford, Illinois, the son of Kevin and Debra (Field) Yapp.  Ryan graduated from Belvidere High School in 2003 and worked in the hospitality field, helping patrons throughout his life.  By nature, Ryan was a caring individual who had an innate ability and desire to aid others in their needs.  As a child, Ryan loved...

Arizona M. Warner, 75, of Machesney Park, passed away on Monday, March 11, 2019. She was born on February 25, 1944 in Tellico Plains, Tennessee to Cleborn and Nellie (Frady) Eddington. Arizona was a beloved mother, nana, sister and aunt. She may be gone from our lives but she will forever be in our hearts. 

Benjamin John Hales, 90, of Rockford, passed away Saturday, March 9, 2019. He was born on August 22, 1928 in Wisconsin Rapids, WI, the first son of Benjamin L. and Geneva A. (McCue) Hales. Benjamin considered Hancock, WI his home town and went to college for conservation at UW Stevens Point. He married the love of his life, LaVerne Marie Gustin on October 22, 1949. Benjamin was drafted into the United States Army and was stationed in El Paso, TX and Germany. He was a Graduate Assistant of...

It is with sad hearts that we announce the death of Jean Bryer. She died on January 16, 2019 after a long illness. Jean was born on July 20, 1939 in Muddy, Illinois to James and Jessie (Moore) Hawhee. She was the first of seven children born into a loving family with many loving aunts and uncles. As a toddler her family moved to Tell City, Indiana and later to Oregon, Illinois. Jean loved singing and stories, especially the Christian story which she gave many hours of her...

Joseph J. Benedetto, III, 27, of Rockford passed away Wednesday, March 6, 2019. Born October 3, 1991 in Rockford to Joseph J. and Wanda J. (English) Benedetto, II. Survivors include high school sweetheart, Stephanie Nelson; daughter, Chloe Benedetto; siblings, Angelina (Veto) Santini, Jacob Benedetto; grandparents, Helen and James English, Joy Cutsforth; nieces, Adrianna, Carmela; nephew, Veto; and several aunts; uncles; and cousins. Predeceased by parents. Funeral service will be held at...