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"description": "We remember those who are no longer with us in Rockton, Roscoe, and South Beloit.",
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"Obituary information for Patrick Clark WhedonView Patrick Clark Whedon’s obituary, contribute to their memorial, see their funeral service details, and more.",
"Obituary for Roger A. Ebert | Honquest Family Funeral HomesCelebrate the life of Roger Ebert and join others in sharing memories, stories, and condolences.CFSHonquest Family Funeral Homes",
"Obituary information for Janis M. EriksonView Janis M. Erikson’s obituary, contribute to their memorial, see their funeral service details, and more.",
"Robert (Bob) Kocher ObituaryRobert (Bob) Kocher, age 80, of Rockton, Illinois, passed away peacefully on May 5, 2026.\nHe is survived by his loving wife, Gayle Kocher; his daughter, Anne (Jason) Hombach; and his cherished grandchildren, Jack, Sydney, and Justin, along with many other dear relatives and friends.\nHe was preceded in deathRockton-Roscoe NewsRockton-Roscoe News Staff",
"Nord Swanstrom Obituary (1949 - 2026) - Roscoe, IllinoisNord was born on July 8th, 1949 and passed away on May 8th, 2026 at the age of 76Nord Swanstrom Obituary (1949 - 2026) - Roscoe, IllinoisMcCorkle Funeral Home (Pecatonica)",
"Joan Elsie Hilmer Obituary | Brian Mark Funeral Home | Beloit, WIView Joan Elsie Hilmer’s complete obituary, share memories, and explore 4 tribute posts from the community.2026",
"Obituary for Patricia M. Maloney | Honquest Family Funeral HomesCelebrate the life of Patricia Maloney and join others in sharing memories, stories, and condolences.CFSHonquest Family Funeral Homes",
"Patricia Stevens Obituary (1931 - 2026) - Rockford, IllinoisPatricia was born on October 20th, 1931 and passed away on April 30th, 2026 at the age of 94Patricia Stevens Obituary (1931 - 2026) - Rockford, IllinoisMcCorkle Funeral Home (Rockton)",
"Dolores Elizabeth Hulsey Obituary May 4, 2026 - Worley - Luginbuel in GroveView Dolores Elizabeth Hulsey’s obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.Worley - Luginbuel in GroveWorley - Luginbuel in Grove",
"Jerry Francis Poplawski ObituaryJerry Francis Poplawski, 88, of Rockton, Illinois, passed away on Saturday, May 2, 2026, after a short stay at Autumn Lake Healthcare in Beloit. Jerry was born on Sunday, November 21, 1937, in Edgar, Wisconsin, the son of Theodore and Margaret (Janick) Poplawski. Jerry graduated in 1955, from Marshfield HighRockton-Roscoe NewsHarold Bone",
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"Deaths - Rockton-Roscoe NewsWith sadness and yet with affection, each week we announce deaths in Rockton, Roscoe, and South Beloit.Rockton-Roscoe NewsRockton-Roscoe News Staff",
"Death notices for the far Stateline: May 5, 2026",
"Death notices for the far Stateline: Apr. 28, 2026",
"Death notices for the far Stateline: Apr. 21, 2026",
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"textContent": "With sadness, we announce the following deaths for Rockton, Roscoe, and South Beloit in recent weeks:\n\n**May 13, 2026**\n\nPatrick Clark Whedon, 83, South Beloit\n\nObituary information for Patrick Clark WhedonView Patrick Clark Whedon’s obituary, contribute to their memorial, see their funeral service details, and more.\n\n**May 7, 2026**\n\nRoger Ebert, 74, Roscoe\n\nObituary for Roger A. Ebert | Honquest Family Funeral HomesCelebrate the life of Roger Ebert and join others in sharing memories, stories, and condolences.CFSHonquest Family Funeral Homes\n\n**May 5, 2026**\n\nJanis M. Erikson, 75, South Beloit\n\nObituary information for Janis M. EriksonView Janis M. Erikson’s obituary, contribute to their memorial, see their funeral service details, and more.\n\nRobert Kocher, 80, Rockton\n\nRobert (Bob) Kocher ObituaryRobert (Bob) Kocher, age 80, of Rockton, Illinois, passed away peacefully on May 5, 2026.\nHe is survived by his loving wife, Gayle Kocher; his daughter, Anne (Jason) Hombach; and his cherished grandchildren, Jack, Sydney, and Justin, along with many other dear relatives and friends.\nHe was preceded in deathRockton-Roscoe NewsRockton-Roscoe News Staff\n\nNord Swanstrom, 76, Roscoe\n\nNord Swanstrom Obituary (1949 - 2026) - Roscoe, IllinoisNord was born on July 8th, 1949 and passed away on May 8th, 2026 at the age of 76Nord Swanstrom Obituary (1949 - 2026) - Roscoe, IllinoisMcCorkle Funeral Home (Pecatonica)\n\nJoan Elsie Hilmer, 93, Roscoe\n\nJoan Elsie Hilmer Obituary | Brian Mark Funeral Home | Beloit, WIView Joan Elsie Hilmer’s complete obituary, share memories, and explore 4 tribute posts from the community.2026\n\nPatricia M. Maloney, 71, Roscoe\n\nObituary for Patricia M. Maloney | Honquest Family Funeral HomesCelebrate the life of Patricia Maloney and join others in sharing memories, stories, and condolences.CFSHonquest Family Funeral Homes\n\nPatricia Ann Stevens, affectionately known as \"Nani\" and \"Patsy” McDonald, 94, South Beloit\n\nPatricia Stevens Obituary (1931 - 2026) - Rockford, IllinoisPatricia was born on October 20th, 1931 and passed away on April 30th, 2026 at the age of 94Patricia Stevens Obituary (1931 - 2026) - Rockford, IllinoisMcCorkle Funeral Home (Rockton)\n\nDolores E. Hulsey, 95, Roscoe\n\nDolores Elizabeth Hulsey Obituary May 4, 2026 - Worley - Luginbuel in GroveView Dolores Elizabeth Hulsey’s obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.Worley - Luginbuel in GroveWorley - Luginbuel in Grove\n\n**May 2, 2026**\n\nJerry Francis Poplawski, 88, of Rockton\n\nJerry Francis Poplawski ObituaryJerry Francis Poplawski, 88, of Rockton, Illinois, passed away on Saturday, May 2, 2026, after a short stay at Autumn Lake Healthcare in Beloit. Jerry was born on Sunday, November 21, 1937, in Edgar, Wisconsin, the son of Theodore and Margaret (Janick) Poplawski. Jerry graduated in 1955, from Marshfield HighRockton-Roscoe NewsHarold Bone\n\nThank you Patrick, Roger, Janis, Robert, Nord, Joan, Patricia, Dolores and Jerry for being a part of our communities. Rest well.\n\nGet our free newsletter delivered straight to your inbox: hometown news from Rockton, Roscoe, and South Beloit.\n\n\n Subscribe free\n \n\n### Other recent obituaries\n\nDeaths - Rockton-Roscoe NewsWith sadness and yet with affection, each week we announce deaths in Rockton, Roscoe, and South Beloit.Rockton-Roscoe NewsRockton-Roscoe News Staff\n\nDeath notices for the far Stateline: May 5, 2026\n\nDeath notices for the far Stateline: Apr. 28, 2026\n\nDeath notices for the far Stateline: Apr. 21, 2026\n\nDeath notices for the far Stateline: Apr. 14, 2026\n\nDeath notices for the far Stateline: Apr. 7, 2026\n\n_Families from Rockton, Roscoe, and South Beloit may send birth, wedding, or funeral announcements at no charge to_ _editor@roscoenews.com_ _._ Some _images were enhanced using_ Hotpot.ai_._",
"title": "Death notices for the Stateline: May 20, 2026",
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