Betty Van Keuren
, Illinois
October 9, 2026
Betty Van Keuren, age 93 of DeKalb, IL, peacefully passed away October 10, 2026.Betty is survived by five children Bonnie (Steve) Beard of Pingree Grove, IL, Brenda (Michael) Glover of Belvidere, IL, Becky (Joe) Dye of Spring, Texas, Bobette (Michael) Murar of Genoa City, WI and Beverly (Bill) Poore of Kingston, IL. She was preceded in death by Her loving husband of 63 years Kenneth Van Keuren Sr., her only son Kenneth G Van Keuren Jr (KJ). Betty was also preceded in death by her parents Albert and Evelyn (Etes) Erckritz, as well as sons-in-law Richard Schaefer and Dale Yost.Betty was loved and cherished by her Grandchildren, Great Grandchildren and Great Great Grandchildren, as well as many Nieces and Nephews.Visitation will be Wednesday October 14th 2026 from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Laird Funeral Home, Elgin. Internment will be at a later date at the Little Woods Cemetery, Saint…
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Rosemary "Chevy" Guastaferri
, Illinois
August 15, 2026
Rosemary Chevella Virginia Sue "Chevy" Guastaferri exemplified a free-spirited nature, demonstrated genuine warmth toward others, and maintained steadfast faith in God. She possessed a profound love for animals and harbored aspirations of exploring the world on a journey of philanthropy.Chevy is survived by her children William, Paige, Dylan, Michael, and James; her grandchildren JJ and Jesse Vasquez; and her husband Anthony "Tony" Guastaferri. She passed away on Saturday, August 16, 2026, and was received in heaven by her son Gabriel Guastaferri, her mother Sherri Lynn, and her fathers Brian "BK" Hansen and Renee Rodriguez.We cordially invite you to join us in celebrating her life from 9-11:00 AM on Friday, October 16, 2026, at Laird Funeral Home, 310 S. State St., Elgin, followed by her interment at Lakewood Memorial Park.
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Merrill Joseph Fowler
, Illinois
October 7, 2026
Merrill Joseph Fowler, a lifelong resident of Elgin, Illinois, passed away on October 8, 2026, following a brief battle with an aggressive cancer diagnosed in August.Born in Elgin on February 23, 1947, Merrill spent his life in the community where his family had deep roots. He worked as a contractor and operated a firewood business for several years. He enjoyed fishing, traveling, spending time outdoors, and caring for animals. He was also an avid fan of the Chicago White Sox, and enjoyed movies, music, and local festivals.Merrill is survived by his son, Blake Joseph (Linda) Fowler; grandson, Lincoln Joseph Fowler; brother, Gary (Mickey) Fowler; and sisters, Cheryl Meyers, Dorita (Bruce O’Kane) Combest, Carol Fowler and his many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Harold Fowler and Clara Nesler Fowler, and his siblings, Harold “Pete” Fowler and Claudette Vierling.The family extends its heartfelt gratitude to Jim,…
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