Roscoe, IL
Volunteering is a way of life for Chuck Gilbert
Chuck says he is just as busy now as he was before he retired.
Jean Seegers
Jean Seegers has been a local journalist in the Roscoe/Rockton area for more than 20 years. She has lived in the Rockford area most of her adult life but was born and grew up in Darlington, WI.
Roscoe, IL
Mike Butts loved coaching his children and grandchildren
Memorial ceremony will be Saturday morning, Jan. 28, 2023
Roscoe, IL
Erika Weiss was born in Germany in 1924
A livestream recording of the services is available.
Roscoe, IL
Mark Rodseth excelled as a husband, father and grandfather
A memorial service was held Saturday, Jan. 14, 2023.
Rockton, IL
Karen Slocum had a great sense of humor and loved Willie Nelson
Rosary and vigil services will be Friday, Jan. 20, with Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday.
Rockton, IL
Joan Meller of Rockton
Funeral and visitation was Thursday, January 12, 2023.
Roscoe, IL
Dolores Thompson enjoyed working with her hands
Funeral will be Friday afternoon, Jan. 20, 2023.
Rockton, IL
Andy Davis lived life with gusto
Services were held Saturday, Jan. 14, 2023 in Madison, WI.
Rockton, IL
Vicki Ciarpaglini: faith and family always came first
Funeral will be Tuesday morning, Jan. 17, 2023, with visitation on Monday.
Roscoe, IL
Edward Krull was a Certified Public Accountant
Visitation will be Friday evening, Jan. 20, 2023, with funeral Saturday afternoon.
Roscoe, IL
Patty Duggan started Duggan Painting with her husband
Visitation will be Sunday afternoon, Jan. 15, 2023, with funeral Monday morning.
Roscoe, IL
As HRFD Chief Don Shoevlin retires, Chief Patrick Trollop picks up the torch
Dec. 30, 2022 was Don Shoevlin's last day and Patrick Trollop's first day as Fire Chief.
Rockton, IL
Sue Reader was outgoing and the life of every party
A celebration of life will be held at a later date.
Shirland, IL
Nathan Shockley loved his family and his four-legged best friend
Visitation will be Tuesday, Jan. 3, 2023.
Rockton, IL
Lynn Lederman owned Guenther Electric in Beloit
Memorial ceremony was Saturday afternoon, Jan. 7, 2023
Roscoe, IL
Park bench on Stone Bridge Trail memorializes Ashley Hardin
Employees of Ecolab wanted to find some way to honor Hardin.
Roscoe, IL
Roscoe trustees approve a long list of liquor licenses and ordinances at Dec. 6 Village meeting
Two trustees voted against the 2022 property tax levy and the Townhomes of White Oak project.
Rockton, IL
New gift and consignment shop opens in downtown Rockton
Truly Treasured Gift N Thrift sells gently-used, clean clothing, vintage and handmade gifts.
Roscoe, IL
Remembering Pearl Harbor in Roscoe
The Roscoe VFW commemorates Pearl Harbor with a ceremony at Riverside Park.
Rockton, IL
The best pancakes in town: at the Rockton Christmas Walk
Proceeds from the breakfast, which had record attendance, will benefit Wimpy's Fund.
Rockton, IL
Dueling Pianos return to entertain capacity crowd at American Center
During the sold-out performance, guests in Christmas sweaters bid on festive baskets.
Roscoe, IL
Harlem-Roscoe Fire Chief Don Shoevlin retiring at the end of the year
The public will celebrate Chief Shoevlin's retirement on Friday, Dec. 30, 2022.
Roscoe, IL
Roscoe trustees approve White Oak Townhouses subdivision at Hawks Point
Trustees also took an initial vote in favor of a new ten-year contract with Waste Management.
Roscoe, IL
Countdown to Christmas begins Thanksgiving Eve when Mr. Christmas lights up the night
Last year, Luis added 1,500 new Christmas lights and 14 new trees.
Roscoe, IL
Remodeling and recovery at R&L Ceramic Studio
After the problems of 2022, Linda Littlejohn of R&L Ceramics in Roscoe will soon begin a new life.
