All Obituaries

Barbara Mona Bandow of Rockford, Illinois, passed away on August 7th 2026. She was born in Delaware County, Pennsylvania, on July 3rd, 1936, to Thomas Sr. and Margaret (Venn) Paul. Cremation rites will be accorded. A celebration of Barbara's life will take place at a later date.

Homer R. Troy, 85, of Loves Park, Illinois, went to be with the Lord on August 5, 2026. He was born on September 27, 1940, in Darlington, Wisconsin, to Raymond and Agnes (Doering) Troy. Homer married Karen (Soper) Troy, and together they shared 54 wonderful years of marriage. Homer proudly served his country in the United States Army from 1963 to 1965 and was honorably discharged. Following his military service, he began a career with Chrysler, where he worked for more than 30 years before ...

Thomas Peter Santopoalo of South Beloit passed away peacefully at home on August 5, 2026. He was born in Chicago, Illinois, on August 9, 1943, to Ralph and Carrie (Vallone) Santopoalo. Raised in a loving Italian Catholic family, Tom learned early the importance of faith, family, hard work, and cherishing the moments that bring people together. Tom attended local schools and graduated from Charles A. Prosser High School. While still in high school, a blind date introduced him to Mary Tabor, ...

Wanda Lee (Rednour) Walker-Newell passed away peacefully at the age of 93 on August 2, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on August 17, 1932, to Clarence and Flora Ethel (Ashley) Rednour. Wanda grew up with her brothers and sisters on the family homestead in Mohawk, Tennessee. Wanda married Ira Walker on August 26, 1947, and moved to Belvidere, Illinois, where they lovingly raised their family and became longtime members of the community. Following Ira’s passing, ...

Kathleen (Kathy) Sue Schubbe Passed away Saturday August 1st 2026 at OSF Saint Anthony Hospital in Rockford IL. after losing her battle with Cancer, Surrounded by her Children, Grandson and other Loving family members. Born (July 20, 1962, Elgin IL.) and raised in South Elgin IL. She worked as a School Photographer for many years before retiring. In her later years she spent time living in Wichita KS. and Westerlo, NY. Before Settling down in Rockford IL. In her final years. She is ...

Vern Allen Mueller, 78, of Rockford, IL, and a longtime resident of Roscoe and Machesney Park, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his family, on Wednesday, July 29, 2026. Vern left behind a rich legacy of hard work, deep family devotion, and a lifetime of music. Vern shared 58 beautiful years of marriage with his beloved wife, Karyl. The couple married in 1968, in Janesville, after first meeting at a family back-to-school party where Vern was playing keyboard with his band. A ...

Steve Martin Tompa of Rockford, Illinois, passed away on July 27th, 2026. He was born in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada, on April 4th, 1963. Cremation rites will be accorded. A celebration of Steve's life will take place at a future date.

David Stimas, 50, of Garden Prairie, Illinois, passed away on Sunday, July 26th, 2026. He was born on 4/8/1976 to Roy Stimas Sr. and Helen Stimas. David was employed at Conagra in Darien, WI. He enjoyed watching movies, working on his Jeep, driving his lawn tractor, and cooking out on the grill. In the earlier part of David's life, he graduated from Belvidere High School, where he played football, wrestling, and track. After high school, he attended an automotive technical college where he ...

Constance Jean Nelson, 81, of Roscoe, Illinois, passed away on July 25, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.  Connie was a devoted wife, loving mother, and cherished grandmother. On August 30, 1963, she married her best friend, Keith Nelson. They had been sweethearts since the 4th grade.  She found joy in the simple pleasures of life.  She loved the pool, the beach, playing golf, and soaking up the sun. Most of all, she loved being with family.  She loved with her ...

Paula Zammuto, 85, passed away peacefully on July 25, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on December 30, 1940, Paula was the daughter of Mauritz and Mary (Vitale) Jerdin. She graduated from West High School in 1958. On May 5, 1962, she married Peter Zammuto, and together they shared 64 years of marriage filled with love, laughter, and devotion to their family. Paula was known for her bright smile, distinct and contagious laugh, and larger-than-life personality. She had a ...