Rockton-Roscoe News: Wednesday, Apr. 15, 2026
Death notices, heart transplant and ice cream
What's happening in Rockton, Roscoe and South Beloit: from the staff of the award-winning Rockton-Roscoe News.
- David Peterson, the owner of M & M Dari Ripple in South Beloit, is currently in Vanderbilt University Hospital in Tennessee because he needs a heart transplant. Their Facebook post says, "All of our family is involved in helping out, including our parents, our kids, and of course, our incredible staff. Our daily operations will go on as scheduled, but in case you notice things being a little different, we ask for a little grace and a lot of prayers." Customers often see David cleaning, watering, and picking up in the parking lot.
Death notices for the far Stateline: Apr. 14, 2026
We remember those who are no longer with us in Rockton, Roscoe, and South Beloit.
Michael McGinnis
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Today's events
Free Luncheon and Bingo for Seniors
Wed, Apr. 15, 2026, 12:00, First Congregational Community Church of Roscoe, 10780 Third Street, Roscoe, IL 61073
Lisa Abb
Events and proclamations encourage everyone to Purple Up for military children
All are invited to Purple Up and join in a community photo at the Rockton American Legion at 5:45 p.m. on April 15. The Purple Up Ball is Saturday, April 11, at 4 p.m.
Marianne Mueller
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