Anderson Funeral and Cremation Services

Martha Suhr, 83, of Poplar Grove, IL, passed away on April 20, 2025. Her visitation will be Wednesday April 30th at 10am. Funeral Service to follow at 12pm at Anderson Funeral Home, located at 218 W. Hurlbut Ave. Belvidere IL 61008 to read complete obituary visit www.andersonfcs.com

Donald "Duck" Ray Hawkins, 77, of Belvidere, IL, went to be with the Lord on April 16, 2025. Don's visitation will be Tuesday, April 29th between the hours of 11-1pm at Anderson Funeral Home. Located at 218 W. Hurlbut Ave. Belvidere, IL 61008. Celebration of life funeral service to follow at 1pm. To read complete obituary visit www.andersonfcs.com

Louise Marie Lidbury, 91, of Gilbert, Az, passed away peacefully, April 8, 2025, in Gilbert. She was born January 17, 1934, in Belvidere, IL, daughter to Vern and Marie Louise (Jurgens) Smith. Louise graduated from Capron high school and married her sweetheart, the late Vernon "Bud" Lidbury in Sharon, WI, June 14, 1953. She was a lifelong Lutheran and enjoyed playing cards, cooking, reading and gardening. Louise is loved and dearly missed by her daughter, Lynette (Jerry) Novak; son, Kevin (Patricia Young) Lidbury; grandchildren, Tony Novak, Matt (Valery) Novak, Brian (Zachery Shannon) Novak, Joe (Leah) Lidbury, Katherine (Steve) Mumm; great grandchildren, Logan and Malia Novak; Brooke...

Billy Horner, beloved father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on March 14, 2025, at the age of 91. Born on April 20, 1933, in Greenville, Tennessee, to Rosie (Britt) Horner and George Horner. In 1963, Billy married the love of his life, Amelia. Together, they shared 25 years of happiness, raising two sons and creating a home filled with love and laughter. After Amelia's passing in 1988, Billy continued to be a devoted father to his sons, imparting the values of hard work, dedication, and kindness. Billy was known for his strong work ethic, always taking pride in his labor and giving his best to everything he did. His love for the outdoors was evident in his passion for...

Mae Negus Totz, 94, of Belvidere, IL, passed away into Her Savior's arms on February 4, 2025. Funeral services will be held at 11am on Saturday, February 15th. Visitation will be at 9:30am until the time of service at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Belvidere located at 1045 Belvidere Rd, Belvidere, IL 61008. To read complete obituary visit www.andersonfcs.com

Charles Thomas Meyers (Fuzzy), 79, of Shell Lake, Wisconsin (Belvidere, Illinois), passed away on January 26th, 2025 after a long battle with Parkinson's Charles was preceded by his father, Charles "Shook" Meyers and mother, Dorothy (Carpenter) Meyers. He is survived by his wife, Sandra Meyers and children Curtis Charles Meyers (Myung Rae), Scott Howard Meyers (Stephanie), Stacy Kay Meyers (Rich) and Tracy Irene Lehmann (John); grandchildren Steve, Jasper, Charles, Jake, Ben, Jessica, Tanner and Cooper; great grand-daughter, Emilia. Siblings, Jim (late MaryBeth), Jeannie (Ray Massingil) and John (Annie), along with many cousins, nieces and nephews. Charles grew up in Belvidere, Illinois. He...

Ronald A. Wait, former member of the Illinois House of Representatives, devoted farmer, and lifelong Boone County resident, went to be with the Lord on December 30, 2024. Born on April 15, 1944, the son of Grace (Smith) and Cecil Wait, Ron dedicated his life to serving his community and helping others. He upheld his family's farming legacy at Wait Farms and stayed close to his roots, consistently advocating for the citizens of Boone County. Ron's memorial visitation will be on Friday, March 21, 2025 between the hours of 3pm-7pm at the Community Building Complex of Boone County located at 111 W 1st St, Belvidere, IL 61008. His memorial service will be the following day, Saturday, March 22nd...

Ronald A. Wait, former member of the Illinois House of Representatives, devoted farmer, and lifelong Boone County resident, went to be with the Lord on December 30, 2024. Born on April 15, 1944, the son of Grace (Smith) and Cecil Wait, Ron dedicated his life to serving his community and helping others. He upheld his family's farming legacy at Wait Farms and stayed close to his roots, consistently advocating for the citizens of Boone County. Ronald was a lifelong learner, earning bachelor's degrees in Accounting, master's degrees in business administration and education, and a Juris Doctor degree in law. His remarkable career in public service included serving as a member of the Illinois...

Roosevelt Dennis was born August 24th, 1946 in Mississippi and died December 18th, 2024. Visitation will be Saturday, January 4, 2025 between the hours of 10am-12pm at Bible Baptist Church, located at 5831 Tripp Rd, Belvidere, IL 61008. Funeral to follow at 12pm. To read complete obituary visit www.andersonfcs.com

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Leonard E. Harris, beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and devoted lifelong farmer, who passed away on December 11, 2024, at the age of 86. Born on October 25, 1938, to Leonard R. Harris and Elizabeth Annabelle (Streit) Harris, Leonard was raised in Capron, where he received his education and began laying the foundation for a life dedicated to hard work and community service. Leonard's passion for farming began early, and he devoted 65 years to the land. As a hardworking and caring farmer, he not only cultivated the earth but also the relationships that helped grow and strengthen his community. He expanded his farm over the...

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Leonard E. Harris, beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and devoted lifelong farmer, who passed away on December 11, 2024, at the age of 86. Born on October 25, 1938, to Leonard R. Harris and Elizabeth Annabelle (Streit) Harris, Leonard was raised in Capron, where he received his education and began laying the foundation for a life dedicated to hard work and community service. Leonard's passion for farming began early, and he devoted 65 years to the land. As a hardworking and caring farmer, he not only cultivated the earth but also the relationships that helped grow and strengthen his community. He expanded his farm over the...

Connie Harrison, 84, passed away 12/11/2024. To Read complete obituary visit www.andersonfcs.com

Michael David Preston, born July 12th, 1964, passed away surrounded by the people he loved on November 22nd, 2024. Mike was Belvidere's number one supporter. He shopped local, he coached baseball at the high school, and he was part of a bowling league at Dodge Lanes for many years of his life. When eating around town, he frequented Sam's Pizza and Uncle John's. Mike was the ultimate kid at heart, which is ironic because his favorite name to call the people he cared about was "kid". Gone too soon was the athletic, kind, and caring man that touched so many people's hearts around him. Gone too soon are the blueberry muffins and cinnamon rolls forever packed in a gallon freezer bag. Gone too...

Joy Lynn Beauregard, 67, of Rockford, passed away on November 21, 2024. She was born to Phyllis (Brick) and Roy Beling on June 30, 1957, in Rockford. A proud graduate of Guilford High School, Joy went on to work at several banking institutions in the area. Joy had a passion for creating beauty in the world around her. Her flower garden was a testament to her nurturing spirit, and she took great pride in crafting a beautiful home and yard. She found joy in the simple pleasures of life, and her home was always a welcoming place filled with love and care. Above all, Joy was an avid dog lover, and her companion, Elliot, was a constant source of comfort and support throughout her many health...

Harold Kolthoff, 93, passed away 11/10/2024. A visitation will be held on Friday, November 15, from 9:00 to 11:00 AM at Immanuel Lutheran Church, located at 1045 Belvidere Rd, Belvidere, IL 61008. The funeral service will follow at 11:00 AM, with burial at Willwood Burial Park. To read complete obituary visit www.andersonfcs.com

Donald Fisher, 85, died 10/19/2024. Funeral services will be Tuesday, Oct. 29th at 11am at Immanuel Lutheran Church of Belvidere. Visitation from 9:30 until time of service. To read complete obituary visit www.andersonfcs.com

Alice McNeal, 84, passed away October 11, 2024. A visitation will be held at Anderson Funeral and Cremation Services, 218 W. Hurlbut Avenue, Belvidere, IL on October 22 from 5-7 pm. A funeral mass will be held at St. James Catholic Church, 402 Church Street, Belvidere, IL on October 23 at 11am. To read complete obituary visit www.andersonfcs.com

Bruce Paul Jones, 82, of Poplar Grove, IL, went to be with the Lord on September 29, 2024. His memorial visitation will be Friday, October 11th between the hours of 5-7pm at Anderson Funeral Home. Located at 218 W. Hurlbut Ave. Belvidere, IL 61008. Memorial services will be Saturday, October 12th at 11am at Capron Lutheran Church. Located at 155 2nd St, Capron, IL 61012 with visitation prior from 10am until the time of service. To read complete obituary visit www.andersonfcs.com

Orval Edwin "Ed" Bone, 89 of Belvidere, IL passed away in his son's home on Saturday, September 14 following a lengthy illness. Ed was born on July 4, 1935 in Corydon, IA the son of Orval and Myree (Clark) Bone. Ed married the love of his life, Edie Berryman on August 10, 1957 in Palos Park, IL. She predeceased him on July 16, 2024. He graduated from Parsons College where he was a Phi Beta Kappa and received his Master's Degree from Northeast Missouri State Teachers College in Kirksville, MO. Ed taught Physical Education and coached at several schools in Iowa before settling in Belvidere where he not only coached but fulfilled his dream as a Guidance Counselor at the Belvidere Junior High...

Diana Worley, 73, passed away September 12, 2024. Her visitation will be Tuesday, September 17th between the hours of 5-8pm at Anderson Funeral Home. Located at 218 W. Hurlbut Ave. Belvidere, IL. A second visitation will be Wednesday, September 18th at 10am until the time of service at 11am at Anderson Funeral Home. To read complete obituary visit www.andersonfcs.com

Wayne Dee Polinder, 79, of Poplar Grove, IL, passed away peacefully at home on August 12, 2024, in Poplar Grove, surrounded by his loved ones. He was born May 2, 1945, in Milaca, MN., son to Henry and Bernice (Starr) Polinder. He is loved and missed by his wife, Helga of Poplar Grove; sons, Russell (Charity) Polinder of Loves Park and Frank Polinder of Belvidere.; daughter, Patricia (Richard) Hoops of South Beloit; grandchildren, Nicholas (Sarah) Polinder, Jessica (Luke) Prenot, Alan (Paige) Hoops, Joshua (Kayla) Hoops; and many great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by Henry and Bernice(Starr) Polinder; and brothers, Warren, Gene and Glen Polinder. Wayne was an...