Obituaries Posted by Unger-Horner Funeral Home & Cremation Service

Aug 23, 2025

José E. Herrera, age 71, passed away on Saturday, August 23, 2025 at OSF St. Anthony in Rockford.  He was born on February 8, 1954 in Natalia, Texas, the son of George and Juanita (Mendez) Herrera.  José married Irene Saucedo, she preceded him on July 6, 2024.  In addition to his wife, José is preceded in death by his...

Aug 18, 2025

Sonja Dell Swope, 65, passed away Monday, August 18, 2025 at Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital in DeKalb, Illinois.  Sonja was the daughter of Clifford G. and Bulah (Lewis) Swope; born on May 16, 1960 in Rochelle, IL. She graduated from Rochelle Township High School in 1978.

Before retiring in 2010, Sonja worked for Rochelle Foods and Avery...

Aug 14, 2025

Linda Rae (Strawbridge) Daub, age 79, of Chana, IL, passed away peacefully on Thursday morning, August 14, 2025, with her family by her side. She had suffered a heart attack that left un-survivable damage the day before. Linda was born October 22, 1945, in Rochelle, Illinois, the daughter of Laverne "Bud" and Isla (Whitsell) Strawbridge. Linda married Darrel Daub...

Aug 13, 2025

Juliana Navejas, 79, passed away peacefully at her home with family by her side on Wednesday, August 13, 2025. Juliana was born on July 13, 1946 in Sombrerete, Zacatecas Mexico to Luis and Piedad (Barrios) Ramos.  On February 2, 1972, she married Alfredo V. Navejas in Rochelle IL.

Juliana was a long time member and founder of...

Aug 8, 2025

Carol Ann (Schuler) Hoelzer March 11, 1956 – August 8, 2025 Carol Ann (Schuler) Hoelzer, age 69, of Rochelle, Illinois, passed away peacefully on August 8, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born on March 11, 1956, in Rochelle, Illinois, Carol was the youngest of four children born to Dallas D. Schuler and Dorothy (Copeland) Schuler. She was affectionately...

Aug 7, 2025

We mournfully announce the passing of Clifton David Berg, fondly known as Kip, who passed away on August 7, 2025 in his home in Rochelle. Born in Rochelle, IL, on September 28, 1947, Cliff spent his entire life in Rochelle, a town he adored, shaping his existence around the people and places he loved. Cliff was a 1965 graduate...

Jul 30, 2025

Ashton

Sandra Kay Burkhart, 78, passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, July 30, 2025 at her home in Ashton, Illinois.  Sandra was born on March 30, 1947 in Rockford, IL, the daughter of Francis and Arlene (Klein) Lace.  She proudly served with the United States Army.

Sandra loved to read and decorate her home. Above all, she...

Jul 26, 2025

Leon Joseph Brickl, 88, of Rochelle, IL passed away, July 26, 2025. Leon was born in Plain, WI on March 1, 1937 to Michael and Loretta(Aaron) Brickl. He was raised on the Brickl family farm until the age of 10 and then his family moved into town in Sauk City, WI. On May 6,1960, he married Betty Elaine Higley...

Jul 26, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of a vibrant and cherished soul, Daisy Pacheco, on July 26, 2025. Born in Aurora, IL, on April 28, 1998, Daisy was a captivating beacon of life and laughter. Her charismatic personality and adventurous spirit made her a joy to be around, and her compassionate heart touched everyone she knew. She was...

Jul 25, 2025

Donna Marie Wood, 95, passed away Friday, July 25, 2025 at Manor Court in Rochelle with her girls by her side.  Donna was born on May 5, 1930, the daughter of Earl and Hazel (Gibson) Secoy in Oregon, Illinois.  On June 22, 1951, she married Oval Eugene "Gene" Wood in Rochelle, IL.  He preceded her in death on November...

Jul 24, 2025

Loves Park

Boyce "Butch" Junior Copeland, 66, passed away Thursday, July 24, 2025 at his home in Loves Park, Illinois, with his daughters at his side. Butch was born February 9, 1959 in Rockford, Illinois and was raised in Holcomb, Illinois. He raised his family and lived in Rochelle, Illinois, for many years.

Butch was...

Jul 24, 2025

Unger-Horner Funeral Home Rochelle, IL

Larry D. Brown passed on July 24th, 2025, surrounded by a loving family, to be with our Heavenly Father. He departed with a sharp mind, precise memory, and a well-used and worn body. Larry was born on November 9th , 1932 to Ralph and Stella Brown of Louisville, NE. He was number ...

Jul 23, 2025

Meaghan Alice Lenke Beloved Mother, Daughter, Sister, and Friend Meaghan Alice Lenke, 46, of Rochelle, IL, suddenly passed away on July 23rd, 2025. She was born on November 13th, 1978, in Downers Grove, IL. Meaghan was a vibrant, loving soul who brought light and creativity into the lives of all who knew her. Meaghan had a deep appreciation for...

Jul 21, 2025

With the death of Suzie Colbert, a mother lost her best friend and sunshine of her life. The world also lost a true globetrotter and beam of pizzazz.

Suzanne Kay Colbert died Monday, July 21, 2025 in a multiple-vehicle accident near the Washington D.C. area where she resided and was based as a flight attendant for United...

Jul 20, 2025

Shirley Ann Unger, age 82, passed away on Sunday, July 20, 2025 at the Rochelle Community Hospital.  She was born on December 16, 1942 in Oregon, IL, the daughter of John and Catherine (Meyer) Ennenga.  She married Roger Dean Unger on July 16, 1960 in Oregon, IL.  Shirley loved spending time with her family, playing bingo and listening to...

Jul 19, 2025

Belvidere

Darrell Glenn Armstrong, 69, passed away unexpectedly Saturday, July 19, 2025 surrounded by his family in Creston, IL.  Darrell was born on January 1, 1956, the oldest son of Jimmy L. and Frances M. (Tacker) Armstrong in Wynne, Arkansas.

Darrell drove a truck for Plote Construction for 32 years.  He worked hard but in...

Jul 18, 2025

Nancy Kay Esgar passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Friday, July 18, 2025 and went to her heavenly home after a brief illness. She was born to Norman and Florence (Reeder) Willard on March 16, 1938 in Mendota, IL. She grew up on her family's farm in Mendota, attending a rural one room schoolhouse for...

Jul 17, 2025

In Loving Memory of Virgil Swope Virgil Swope, a devoted father, proud grandfather, and loyal friend, passed away peacefully at  home on July 17, 2025, at the age of 89. Born in Compton, Illinois, on October 30, 1935,  Virgil's life was marked by hard work, independence, and countless good times spent on the golf  course with friends.  Virgil retired...

Jul 14, 2025

Janet M. (Helfrich) Grimes began her eternal life on July 14, 2025. Janet was born on June 4, 1944, in Dixon, IL. Janet was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas L. Grimes, Sr, parents, Leroy, and Tressa (Woodyatt) Helfrich, her stepfather, William Docter, sister, Donna (Helfrich) Halfacre and life-long best friend, Mary Lou Smith. Janet is survived by...

Jul 11, 2025

Marian (Asselborn) Richman, 85, of Rochelle passed away on July 11, 2025. She was the matriarch of the Asselborn family and Granny's Berries. Marian was born at home on her family farm north of Rochelle, on May 9, 1940, to Elmer and Alice Greenfield. She spent her early years growing up in the Rochelle and Ashton area. She was...