Death notices for the far Stateline: Mar. 24, 2026
We remember those who are no longer with us in Rockton, Roscoe, and South Beloit.
With sadness, we announce the following deaths for Rockton, Roscoe, and South Beloit in recent weeks:
Mar. 13, 2026:
James Campobello, 96, Roscoe
A Korean War veteran with a bachelor's degree in floriculture, he worked at Sundstrand and served at Bethesda Covenant Church, Men’s Garden Club of Rockford, Moose Club, Northern Illinois Botanical Society, and Klehm Arboretum.
Mar. 16, 2026:
Beverly Bergdorf, 90, Roscoe
She was mom to four girls and worked at Rockford Christian School until she retired and traveled with her husband and dog. She was a wonderful seamstress, making clothing for her children, then quilts, tapestries, door hangers and her famous embroidered tea towels which she made as gifts.
Mar. 17, 2026:
Samuel Thiering, 64, South Beloit
He worked as an automotive and heavy equipment mechanic, but his true passion was racing. A familiar name at the Rockford Speedway, he won multiple championships, including many in Figure 8 racing. In recent years, his greatest joy came from spending time with his family and watching them grow.
Kimberly K. Hatfield, 62, South Beloit
She began her career as a computer programmer, then went on to teach math at Willowbrook Middle School, where she was a Poms coach and an advisor for Quiz Bowl and Math Team.
Mar. 18, 2026:
Steven P. Clausen, 68, Loves Park
He proudly served in the US Navy for 20 years. After retiring he worked for 15 years in the Rockton area as a school bus driver and dispatcher.
Mar. 19, 2026:
James G. Leach, 73, Roscoe
He built a respected career as a heavy-duty diesel technician. He moved to Roscoe in 1988. An avid fisherman, he loved spending time by the stream at Hononegah Forest Preserve.
Mar. 20, 2026:
Mary E. Schewe, 80, Roscoe
A retired bookkeeper, she lived a life of service to her family and community. She was married to her farmer husband for 48 years.
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