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WEEK OF JULY 4 TO 10, 2021
The Rock River Times. July 21, 2021
Death Notices Lamar Glover 29 Rockford 7/12/2021 Margo Pettis 68 Rockford 7/12/2021 Jerri Kempson 68 Rockford 7/12/2021 Charles Bryant 59 Rockford 7/12/2021 Robert Brown 63 Rockford 7/12/2021 Henry Robinson 60 Rockford 7/12/2021 Genene St. John 77 Rockford 7/12/2021 Jacqueline Sundby 90 Rockford 7/12/2021 Charles Finch 73 Pecatonica 7/12/2021 Bennie Griffith 25 Rockford 7/12/2021 Diana Terrell 89 Rockford 7/12/2021 Stella Hawkinson 98 Rockford 7/12/2021 Alfred Lewis 60 Rockford 7/12/2021 Valerie Swanson 68 Rockford 7/13/2021 Timothy Michael 62 Rockford 7/13/2021 Hane Asanoska 59 Loves Park 7/13/2021 Dwane Moore 61 Loves Park 7/13/2021 Leroy Baumgar tener 83 Rock ford 7/13/2021 Mary Elke 88 Rockford 7/13/2021 Lawerence Brodin 71 Rockford 7/13/2021 Patricia Osborne 71 Rockford 7/14/2021 Janet Sewell 72 Rockford 7/14/2021 Nancy Kretschmer 75 Rockford 7/14/2021 Sandra Cleckner 80 Rockford 7/14/2021 Michelle Dauenbaugh 49 Rockford 7/14/2021 Nancy Clark 71 Roscoe 7/14/2021 Colette O’Donnell 65 Rockford 7/14/2021 Richard Hedrick 82 Rockford 7/14/2021 Stephan Lane 67 Rockton 7/14/2021 Peggy Silvius 60 Rockford 7/14/2021 Tabitha Houk 37 Rockford 7/15/2021 Lisa Fairbanks 63 Rockford 7/15/2021 Phillip Halbrader 80 Rockford 7/15/2021 Rick Thompson 58 Rockford 7/15/2021 Susan Rabenberg 68 Rockford 7/15/2021 June Keller 90 Rockford 7/15/2021 Aaron Martin 45 Rockford 7/15/2021 Mona Dawsey 82 Rockford 7/15/2021 Jimmy Gore 35 Rockford 7/16/2021 Ann Barrett 82 Rockford 7/16/2021 Velma Owens 78 Loves Park 7/16/2021 Abdul Hamid 45 Rockford 7/16/2021 Frederick Carlson 85 Rockford 7/16/2021 Sam TerryParham 82 Rockford 7/16/2021 Sandra Groth 82 Rockford 7/16/2021 Richard Winkelman 83 Rockford 7/16/2021 Alanda Carson 48 Rockford 7/16/2021 Lucille Robison 99 Rockford 7/16/2021 Helen Johnson 93 Rockford 7/16/2021 Jovontae Ishomon 30 Rockford 7/16/2021 Donald Greer 69 Loves Park 7/16/2021 Rita Gordon 75 Rockford 7/17/2021 Douglas Gibson 87 Rockford 7/17/2021 Ellen Lynn 84 Rockford 7/17/2021 Sue Flueckiger 87 Loves Park 7/17/2021 Sharon Love 57 Rockford 7/17/2021 Linda Gablevaughan 67 Rockton 7/17/2021 Annie Simpson 103 Rockford 7/17/2021 Ruby Walters 83 South Beloit 7/17/2021 Stephanie Morris 37 Machesney Park 7/17/2021 Betty Haglund 86 Rockford 7/17/2021 Robert Eige 86 Rockford 7/17/2021 Alice Wallace 78 Machesney Park 7/17/2021 William Kerchner 89 Rockford 7/18/2021 Debbie Sochor 59 Rockford 7/18/2021 Lillie Buffington 85 Rockford 7/18/2021 Elizabeth Phillips 53 Cherry Valley 7/18/2021 Jane Ramsey 93 Rockford 7/18/2021 Anna Lancaster 81 Rockford 7/18/2021 Toni Sabotta 75 Rockford 7/18/2021 Donald Weeks 63 Rockford 7/18/2021 Billy Rowland 65 Rockford 7/18/2021 Morris Giorgi 69 Rockford 7/18/2021 Margaret Cameron 98 Rockford 7/18/2021 William Blomgren 93 Rockford 7/18/2021
Death notices are provided by the Winnebago County Coroner’s office.
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Theme: Legendary Athletes SCORPIO, SAGITTARIUS AND CAPRICORN
THE LUCKIEST SIGNS THIS WEEK: LEO, VIRGO AND LIBRA
ARIES
You’ll have a lot of running around to do. Remember to grab your list before you head to the grocery store, otherwise you’ll have to make two trips. You’ll be in the mood to chat, and some people will try to pick a fight.
TAURUS
You’ll calculate your vacation budget more than once to make sure you can afford every activity. However, since details are easily overlooked, it’s best to plan to do more rather than less, even if it means sa crificing some things later.
GEMINI
Your initiative will be at the forefront. At work and elsewhere, you’ll create oppor tunities for yourself and take full advan tage of them. You’ll feel more energized after drinking a second cup of coffee and taking your vitamins.
CANCER
You’ll likely review your finances before leaving on vacation, which may generate some anxiety about spending money. But don’t forget that happiness is priceless. As for matters of the heart, love will come knocking when you least expect it.
LEO
You’ll want need to spend time with those around you. Doing so will give you a chance to take a break from work. You’ll indulge in longer lunches so you can better con nect with your colleagues, employees and associates.
VIRGO
You’ll take advantage of your vacation to complete a few projects, both workrelated and around the house. Don’t forget to take a break though, and remember to set aside some quality time for yourself.
LIBRA
Your love of life will prevail, and there will be an opportunity to celebrate in some way. You might select some reading material for your vacation, but it won’t be easy to de cide. Also, make sure certain responsibili ties don’t get overlooked.
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WEEK OF JULY 11 TO 17, 2021
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THE LUCKIEST SIGNS THIS WEEK:
ARIES
Even while on vacation, you’ll be in touch with work. Either you’ll have your laptop with you on the patio or you’ll cut your break short. You tend to be overzealous about work, much to your boss’ delight.
TAURUS
Passion shines brightly in your eyes. If you’re single or want to spice up your relation ship, you’ll try to be more eccentric to at tract attention. Home will be the place to recharge your batteries.
WEEK OF JULY 18 TO 24, 2021 THE LUCKIEST SIGNS THIS WEEK:
Horoscope ARIES, AQUARIUS AND PISCES ARIES
You could develop lucrative real estate goals. A few renovations will double the value of your home, or at least make you appreciate your space more. A friend or family member will suggest a sponta neous activity.
TAURUS
GEMINI
The idea of a getaway will grow in your mind as the week progresses. You’ll also be inspired by some type of pilgrimage. As you discover new ways of thinking, you’ll be more open to the subject of spirituality.
CANCER
You’ll have to deal with certain emotions for one reason or another. You’ll be asked to show your generosity; just beware not to exceed your budget or your physi cal limits. Remember, stress and fatigue generally aren’t a good mix.
Even if you plan to take a relaxing vacation in the near future, the urge to get moving will soon take over. You won’t want to miss opportunities to express your point of view, and you’ll spend hours pondering big questions. You’ll consolidate rest and activity. You’ll end up working on your own time, since you can’t help but check your messages and complete certain tasks, even though you promised yourself you’d unplug during your vacation.
LEO
You’ll enjoy shopping and pampering your self. You’ll have fun bartering with mer chants and finding great deals. You’ll also go on a few spontaneous adventures to get away from the daily grind and seek out some peace and quiet.
GEMINI
CANCER
Even if you aren’t always a conciliatory person, you know how to keep the peace. As the saying goes, the ends justify the means. You’ll have to choose between two propositions from people close to you.
LEO
It’s vacation time, but only once you’ve completed all your chores. At home, you’ll be proud of housework you got done or renovation projects that are completed. A family member will need your help.
VIRGO
VIRGO
LIBRA
LIBRA
Take some time to recharge your batteries before you dive headfirst into an adventure. An escape is needed; let loose and go where life takes you. The artist within you will be inspired to create a masterpiece. You’ll have a serious attitude. Even on va cation, you’ll be tempted to keep in touch with work or toil away on projects rather than relax and enjoy the moment. People close to you may need your help.
SCORPIO
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Good selfesteem is essential to develo ping your personality. You’ll be proud of an accomplishment that helps you go far. If you’re single, your confidence will allow you to shine and get noticed by a future love interest. You don’t have to go far for a relaxing vacation. At home, you’ll have a great time in the company of your family. With enough organizing, you’ll manage to re connect with people you haven’t seen in a long time.
SCORPIO
You won’t be able to sit still, and you’ll have plenty to say. You’ll spend hours making conversation with people from various cultures and getting to know them better. You’ll have an insatiable thirst for knowledge.
SAGITTARIUS
Despite delays and confusion, you’ll make up for lost time. You’ll take on a major project at home during your vaca tion. You’ll also find the means to achieve your personal and professional goals.
CAPRICORN
You need to get moving, broaden your contacts and maintain dynamic relation ships with the people you care about. You’ll have activities scheduled one after another, and your popularity will sky rocket. You’ll be hard to keep up with.
AQUARIUS
A health concern might slow you down, and you’ll need to catch up on your sleep. At work, there’ll be lots to do and many of your colleagues will be on vacation. Fortunately, you’ll be generously rewar ded for your extra effort.
PISCES
You’ll need to cleanse your social circles so that you can make your interactions more enjoyable. Afterward, you might plan a trip or quick getaway with loved ones that will create many unforgetta ble memories.
