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Michael A. Passmore, 29 WINNEBAGO - Michael A. Passmore, 29, of Winnebago passed away Saturday, April 30, 2011. Born April 13, 1982, in Rockford, the son of Steven and Rebecca (Passmore) Roper. Survivors include sons, Trevor and Keegan; mother, Becky Passmore of New Mexico; father, Steven (Dawn) Roper of Rockford; maternal grandmother, Carol Passmore; maternal grandfather, Gordon (Jeanne) Passmore; paternal grandfather, Gary Roper; paternal grandmother, Pat (Lee) Ross; great-grandmother, Vivian Riley; half brother, Steve; half sister, Samantha; uncles, Douglas (Helen) Passmore, Kevin (Mary) Passmore and Rusty (Sandy) Passmore, Durk (Cindy) Roper; cousins, April and Durk. Service at 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 4, in Delehanty Funeral Home Ltd., 401 River Lane, Loves Park, with visitation from 5 to 7 p.m. Father William Wentink will officiate. In lieu of flowers, a memorial will be established. For more information, visit delehantyfh.com.

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Published by Rockford Register Star from May 2 to May 3, 2011.

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catrina cypret

May 17, 2011

I'm kinda lost for words I still can't beieve this has happened :( Just know you are truly loved & will forever be missed !! I'm gona make sure i check on your gradma for you I know she meant alot to you as you do to her. R.I.P Michael Allen Passmore

michelle decker

May 9, 2011

doper oh how we miss you we get sad sometimes that you are no longer around but then we remember good times and all we can do is smile u are very special to all of us and have touched all of our hearts u will never be forgotten i pray for your family and your kids i hope they grow up to know just how great of a person you were i will never for get that smile of yours its quite without u around me and sheldon miss you.you will forever be in our hearts R.I.P mike a.k.a doper we love you bud

Meghan Sheehan

May 6, 2011

Michael, were do I even begin? I am still at a loss for words over all this. There isn't a day that goes by that I don't think of you. I will always remember and cherish the wonderful memories we shared over the many years together. Most importantly our beautiful son Trevor. I wish you were still here to watch him grow up, but I know you are in a much better place now and will be looking over him. Trevor will know what a wonderful person you were. My deepest sympathies and prayers to your family during this hard time. I will forever miss you and will always be thinking of you. I love you Michael! May you Rest in Peace.

Lacey Morgan

May 5, 2011

My sympathy and condolences go out to Mike's family. He was a wonderful person who was a joy to be around. RIP Mike...your memories will live on in everyone who loved you.

Meghan Sheehan

May 5, 2011

Michael, where do I even begin. I am still at a loss for words. I will never forget the wonderful memories we shared together over the many years. Most importantly our beautiful son Trevor. I can only wish that you were still here to watch him grow up, but I know you are in a better place now; and will be watching over him. Trevor will know what a wonderful person you were. There isn't a single day that passes that I don't think of you. I will forever miss you and will always be thinking of you. My deepest sympathies and prayers for you and your family. May you rest in peace. I love you Michael.

Nicole Hammond

May 5, 2011

I didnt know Mike, but I knew people who did know Mike. and we had just come back into Rockford from my husbands show in Chicago that night and to be around in the same area I felt the emptyness that all of you feel even thou. I didnt know him.

But all you can do for now is remember the good times and the silly times

R.I.P Mike and my prayers and thoughts are with ALL at this time....

Nicole, Justin, Jerry and Peggy

andrew weeks

May 5, 2011

hey passmore family i hope u are ok and sorry for ur lost wish he was here but now all we could do his keep him in our heart and just think bout him and r.i.p mike

Jane Kramp

May 4, 2011

Becky and Family: How tragic; how extremely sad. I cannot fathom the pain you are going through. Just know that my prayers are with you. May God bless you all at this very difficult time in your lives. Jane (McMahon) Kramp

Tammy Livingston

May 4, 2011

Steve and Dawn my sympathies to you. May you find peace through all the chaos. Please tell Stevie his friend Cohl is thinking of him. Please come by at any time..

May 4, 2011

ugh this is so tragic, i only knew michael for a short time but it was long enough to find out that he was the nicest person with the biggest heart, out of all people i dont know why this had to happen to him but i guess it was his time, i feel so sorry for his two sons and family i cant even immagine the pain they are going through, i will always miss mikes late night phone calls just to see whats up and that goofy lil smile we all know so well, he will live on forever in our hearts and hopefully he is watching down on all of us<2 r.i.p mikey? i love you!

Noelle Cruz

May 4, 2011

Dear Passmore Family:
So sorry for your loss. My thoughts & prayers are with you. RIP Mike.

Jamie Maylum

May 4, 2011

mike, you were such a funny guy and always had my back even though I wouldnt cuddle with you :). my sympathies and prayers are with you and your family. may you rest in peace friend, until we meet again.

jessica richmond

May 4, 2011

mike you were a great friend and always knew how to put a smile on anyones face you will always be in my heart and never forgotten your sons will always know how good of a person you were and how much you loved them! my thoughts and prayers go out to the family until we meet again much love and respect always! r.i.p

Elizabeth Schmidtke

May 4, 2011

I haven't seen you for many years, but u always had a place in my heart. My prayers go out to your boys and your family, I know you will watch over them and may you R.I.P.

jane gray

May 4, 2011

becky, im so sorry for your loss. its very hard to loose someone you love. my prayers are with you.
jane gray

Brice Glenn

May 4, 2011

R.I.P. Mike.

lisa stange

May 3, 2011

Michael alan passmore it's a tragedy that you had to leave us. It hurts to see you gone. I miss seeing you around you always knew how to make me laugh or smile. I sit here every single day thinking about you. I truely miss you and so does everyone else. I will never forget the memories we had. Those were some of the best times and i will never ever forget the most sweetest question you asked me. love you michael may you rest in peace and watch over your sons,family and friends.

Kathy Williams

May 3, 2011

Rest in peace Mike. I hadn't seen or talked to you since high school, but you always had a huge heart and big smile. I am praying for your family but especially your boys.

Mary Lidster

May 3, 2011

Becky - I am so sorry...words cannot even hope to describe the pain you must feel, nor can I imagine the grief that you are facing during this difficult time. Please know that I am thinking of you and your family, and praying that you find peace somewhere, somehow along the way. Always your friend....always will be.

Candice Utley

May 3, 2011

Mike was a great guy with an awesome personality. He will be greatly missed. We are very sorry for your loss, and hope you can feel the comfort of him looking over your family. I hope his sons's learn that their father was a great guy. May he be looking over them until they meet again. Rest in Peace Mike! With our deepest condolences, Matt McClure & Candice Utley.

May 3, 2011

Carol & family,
You are in my thoughts & prayers at this time. May wonderful memories soon replace your heartache.
Diane Bollman

Heather Joyner - Vecchione

May 3, 2011

To family and friends of Mike, I am very sorry for your loss. When I got the Phone call saying Mike had passed away, I was at a loss for words. Mike was a nice guy. Its so sad. My thoughts and prayers are with the family and his friends. He will be missed greatly.

Ron and Tina Schuenke

May 3, 2011

Dear Steve and family
although we had never met your son, I must say we were very saddened to find that you lost him, especially in this manner. As you know our Son (Michael) was also taken tragically many years ago. We know your pain and we are here if you need anything. We will pray for your family to find peace. He is with God now and he holds him in his wonderful hands. May he be with you in spirit always. Ron and Tina Schuenke

Christine Peterson-Rhoads

May 3, 2011

Becky, I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers and thoughts go out to your whole family. Christine Peterson-Rhoads Loves Park IL

corey swanborg

May 3, 2011

mike was a good man allways tried to help people , may god bless you and keep you ,our prayers are with you mike we will miss you

Chelsie Robertson

May 3, 2011

I am so sorry for your loss. Michael will be very missed. I haven't stopped thinking about him since I found out early the morning of the 30th.. He's gone but will never be forgotten. I love you, Mike and always will. You're always in my thoughts.

DEBBIE BIENEMANN

May 3, 2011

I DIDN'T KNOW YOUR SON,FATHER, BROTHER, OR ANY OF YOU PEOPLE, B U T I DO FEEL FOR YOUR LOSS. I WANT YOU AND YOUR FAMILY TO KNOW I AM PRAYING FOR YOU PEOPLE. YOUR FRIENDS AND ANYONE WHO FEELS THIS LOSS. I AS A CITIZEN FEEL THE LOSS. MAY YOU FIND PEACE WITH THE LORD JESUS AND KNOW MICHAEL IS IN A GREAT PLACE WITH THE LORD. GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILYS.DEBBIE LYNN ROCKFORD ILLINOIS.

May 3, 2011

gennifer urban

May 3, 2011

Mike, u r gonna b miss's iluv u sweetie.

Gayle Leombruni

May 3, 2011

My prayers and sympathy go out to the family. We remember Mike as a funny and kind young man growing up. May you find peace in knowing that he is forever safe and at peace now.
God bless you all
Gayle Leombruni (Winnebago, IL)

Kayla Stephens

May 3, 2011

Im soo srry this happ.2 u ur always in my heart rip doper an im so srry to the fam I know nothin no one says will take the pain away rip doper

Michael Carlson

May 2, 2011

I am so sorry to here of this. Please accept my sincere sympathy... God, I ask of you to confort everyone through this time of loss and give strength to all family members and friends. In Jesus name, Amen

Lisa Carter

May 2, 2011

R.i.p mike! May you watch over your sons! Gone but never forgotten. Love, lisa carter & dave brady

Alice Baney

May 2, 2011

I'm still in shock he was such a great guy and loved his sons dearly, everytime i talked to him he always brought them up and how much he loved them. he will be missed by so many and including me, i am so happy to have found him after so many years. I have so many good memories from him in Jr high with roller skating at skateland. I miss you and will see you again someday! My prayers go to the family in this difficult time.

Ryan Drummer

May 2, 2011

Pirates Forever, Forever Pirates
R.I.P Mike "Doper"
For 8 yrs you've been my boy.
You were just on my couch last week playin XBox clownin.
This week I hold my head high to try and keep the tears from fallin down my cheeks.
You will always be loved and forever remembered.

CHANIKA

May 2, 2011

MY THOUGHT AND PRAYER GO OUT TO YOUR FAMILY

Tammy (Lane) Moore

May 2, 2011

I am very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this difficult time. Mike and I were good friends in school. I will never forget all the times we went four wheeler riding together! You will be missed Mike!

M Robertson

May 2, 2011

Mike was a friend of our Family and he will be deeply missed.Our hearts go out to his Family..May God be with you and keep you stronge in this time of pain.Mike was a good person and he will Always and Forever be in so many peoples hearts..Alyssa if you or Keegan need anything PLEASE dont hesitate to call us.

mandi lockhart

May 2, 2011

Its going to be weird not seeing him ride around ne more and that goofy smile.RIP MIKE you will b missed.

May 2, 2011

May 2, 2011

Jill LeClair

May 2, 2011

I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with your family in this very sad time.

jessica long

May 2, 2011

Mike was a very good friend and was a wonderful father he loved his sions my heart goes out to his family he is in a better place and will never be forgotten love always jessica richmond r.i.p mike

Roy & Norma Kloster

May 2, 2011

Sorry to here of Mikes' passing...our prayers to all in his life.

c hare

May 2, 2011

Mike u touched so many lives and how u made us all laugh being silly ull never b forgotten! I pray his family son's n friends! Rip Doper

Brandi Herbig

May 2, 2011

I've knew Mike from school, he always had a smile on his face. He will always be remembered by that smile. My prayers go out to his sons and the rest of his family.

Nancy Auman & daughters

May 2, 2011

Becky,
Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family at this sorrowful time.

TRISHA BILEY

May 2, 2011

I'M SORRY 4 UR LOSS HE WAS A VERY LOVING N CAREING MAN HE IS VERY LOVED N WILL B MISSED DEARLY......TRISHA BILEY

Dana McDanel-Hood

May 2, 2011

Becky,
I am shocked at this news! When I heard Mike's name, I was hoping it wasn't true. My heart goes out to you at this time of loss!

ASHLEY COX

May 2, 2011

IM NOT GONNA TELL EVERYONE THAT THE PAIN WILL GO AWAY BUT IT WILL EASE UP I KNOW HOW IT FEELS TO LOSE SUCH A GOOD PERSON IM SO SORRY FOR THE LOSS OF MIKE BUT NOW HE IS IN A BETTER PLACE!!!
LOVE ASHLEY,ANGEL,NEVAEH,AYDEN,BRIAN HUNTLEY!!!

ashleigh wilson

May 2, 2011

•Although no words can really help to ease the loss you hold, just know that you are very close in everyones thoughs&prayers and May the peace which comes from the memories of love shared, comfort you now and in the days ahead.....I'm so sorry for the loss of mike he was a great guy his memories will live on in his friends&family. Rest in Paradise my friend.

Crystal Robertson

May 2, 2011

My heart goes out to all of Mike's friends and family in this time of sorrow. Mike and I were friends in highschool and although I have not seen him since graduation, I can say that he was a great guy. I just recently spoke to him last week on the phone but never imagined it would be the last time hearing his voice. I hope and pray that his family will somehow be able to find some sort of comfort and peace to get them through the pain of this horrific tragedy and may his beautiful children be reminded everyday that their father was a WONDERFUL person. R.I.P. Mike. You will truely be missed always and forever.

May 2, 2011

Aunt Carol, Becky, Doug, Kevin, and Rusty: Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. I am so very sorry for your loss.
Love Cindy,Bill, Austin
Katie, Jeff & family
Jon, Stefanie & daughter

JASON AND LISA BOYLES

May 2, 2011

WE ARE VERY SORRY FOR EVERYONE'S LOSS MIKE WAS A VERY GOOD FRIEND TO US...

Crystal Robertson

May 2, 2011

My heart and prayers go out to all of Mike's family and friends in this time of sorrow. Mike and I were friends in highshcool and although I have not seen him since graduation I can say that he was a great friend. I recently talked to Mike just last week on the phone. I would of never imagined that it would be the last time ever hearing his voice. I just hope that his children grow up knowing what a wonderful person their father was. I am so sorry for your lose and pray Mike's family is able to find some sort of comfort and peace to help them through this horrific tragedy. R.I.P. Mike. You will be greatly missed!!

Vivian Gaines

May 2, 2011

I am so, so sorry to learn of this. Please accept my sincere sympathy.

Brian Pruitt

May 2, 2011

My heart goes out to his family in this time of sorrow. Mike and I were bestfriends for many years we grew up together since I moved to Winnebago. You will be missed deeply.

Tammy& Shayne Manees

May 2, 2011

May your Family & Friends find some kind of comfort at this horrible time.So Sorry for your loss

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