All Obituaries

Dong Thi Huynh, 76, of Rockford, passed away on Thursday, April 25, 2024. Service details are pending.

James P. Guglielmetti, 86, of Rockford passed away April 23, 2024. Memorial service will be at 11:00 AM Tuesday, April 30, 2024 in Honquest Family Funeral Homes with Crematory - Mulford Chapel, 4311 N. Mulford Rd., Loves Park, with a memorial visitation from 10:00 AM until the time of service.  Full obituary to come.   

Jo Ann Tamborello, 71, was a lifelong Rockford resident. She was born November 13, 1952 and passed away peacefully April 22, 2024 surrounded by her loving family. She graduated from Rockford's East High and worked in retailing over 30 years at Kohl's and then JC Penney. Jo Ann and her husband Steven were married 50 years. Survived by daughter, Andrea Sandberg of Rockford; son, Joseph (Tiffany) Tamborello and grandson, Benjamin from Indianapolis, IN.  She also leaves...

James Frederick Geaschel, 79, of Cherry Valley, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, April 21, 2024.  He was born on January 19, 1945 in East St. Louis, IL, to Adolph Earl and Clara (Nash) Geaschel.  He graduated from Collinsville High School in 1963.  Married Judith A. Kemper in East St. Louis, IL, on October 16, 1964.  Jim was a machine builder and assembler at several local companies.  He loved old cars and going to car shows.  He enjoyed watching old...

Carolyn J. Hopper, 77, of Loves Park, joined her beloved husband to be with the Lord on April 21, 2024.  She was born on July 4, 1946 in the town of Dowagiac, MI.  She married William T. Hopper on May 29, 1962 and they were happily married for 47 years before his passing.  Carolyn was a homemaker all her life, taking care of her husband, and together they raised five children.  She also helped with raising their oldest grandchild.  She loved reading novels, bowling,...

Reynaldo A. Reyes, Sr., 85, of Loves Park, IL passed away April 21, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. Born in the Philippines on January 4, 1939, to his parents, Moises Reyes and Olympia Parada. Reynaldo married his true love, Bienvenida G. Reyes on November 23, 1958, in Manila, Philippines. Survived by his children, Jeanette (Manny), Josie (Renie), Chito (Rowena), Jackie (Rowel), Jovie (Soc), Hector (Mian), Eduardo, Christy, Jimmy, and Rowena; many grandchildren from the USA, Canada,...

Cecil H. Kennington (Coach K) was born on October 1, 1942 to Virdie Lee Kennington in Humboldt, TN. He moved to Rockford, Il in 1953 with his mom and 5 brothers. As a youngster, he loved playing baseball and fishing. In 1957, he met the love of his life, Donna Mae Hutchins. He married her on March 26, 1960. The two have been sweethearts for 64 years. Between 1962 and 1965, Donna and Cecil had 3 children, Kim, Tina, and Craig. He worked hard to provide for his family and taught himself...

Jerry L. Dailing, 70, of Rockford, Illinois, peacefully left his earthly home after a short illness and was received as a citizen of Heaven on April 16, 2024.  He was born July 18, 1953, in Rock Island, Illinois, son of Jerry and Pat Dailing. He was a 1971 graduate of Rockford West High School. Jerry married Anne Doering on November 8, 2019. He retired from Schnuck's Supermarket.  Jerry was well read and enjoyed Biblical and philosophical debates. He was...

Salvatore “Sam” Giangrosso, 78, of Roscoe, passed away peacefully at home on April 15, 2024, with his family by his side. He was married 52 years to wife, Geri Giangrosso.  They were introduced to each other by cousins Pete and Paula in 1971. Sam was a graduate of West High Class of 1965, and received an associates degree from Rock Valley College. He worked for W A Whitney and Barber Colman for 41 years and retired in 2007.  Sam enjoyed history, racing, and cars...

Harold Chester Nelson, 84, passed away on Monday, April 15, 2024.  Born January 12, 1940 in Elgin, Illinois to Harold Chester Nelson and Anna Mae (Callahan) Nelson. Harold was a man who went by many names, had numerous hobbies, and was equipped with infinite talents.  First and foremost, a loving and compassionate husband to his wife of over 60 years, Lynnette La Marca. A caring Dad to four boys. Grandpa to three grandchildren he adored with every fiber in his...