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Morgan Strand Obituary

MORGAN THOMAS STRAND, 20 ROCKFORD - Morgan Thomas Strand, 20, of Rockford died at 3:50 p.m. Tuesday, April 29, 2008, in his home. Born March 6, 1988, in Rockford, son of Thomas J. Strand and Mary C. Morgan Strand. Graduated from Boylan Central Catholic High School in 2006. He attended Rock Valley College where he had received awards from the English department for his writings. Member of St. James Catholic Church. Morgan was a very talented and sensitive young man who cared about people. He had sung in the Children's Choir at St. James for several years and was a member of the Concert Choir at Boylan. He played the guitar and wrote wonderful songs and poetry. He also loved to fish and skateboard. Survivors include mother, Mary C. Strand of Rockford; father, Thomas J. Strand of Waldo, Wis.; brother, Chris Strand of Rockford; sisters, Kate (Chad) Hillman and Jessie Strand of North Aurora; paternal grandmother, Josephine Strand; maternal grandparents, Jack and Maralyn Morgan; and many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Funeral Mass at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 3, in St. James Church, 428 N. Second St., Rockford, with the Rev. David E. Beauvais officiating. Burial in Calvary Cemetery. Visitation from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, May 2, in Fitzgerald Funeral Home and Crematory, Riverside Chapel, 3910 N. Rockton Ave., Rockford, with Christian Wake service at 7:30 p.m. Visitation also from 9 a.m. Saturday to time of service in the church. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the family. To express online condolences please visit www. fitzgeraldfh.com.
Published by Rockford Register Star from May 1 to May 7, 2008.

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Caitlin Retzer

May 14, 2008

Strand Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Morgan was such a sweetheart and seemed to always think of others before himself. It hurt me to hear the news. My family and I have been praying for you.

Kelsey Schorsch

May 13, 2008

Mary Strand,
i just want to tell you what an incredable child you had! He was everything to me in highschool. and i loved him very much. The times he would play the guitar and sing me a song he was writing was priceless. He accomplished so many things in life, and everyonbe saw that. I did so many things with him our senior year that i couldnt imagine doing with others. He loved me as a friend and i wll never forget his smile that was always showing. Mary please contact me if you need anything. I want to help, and i want you to get better, and i hope max is there making you laugh~! I love you all. and good luck with whatever you have going on in life! Morgie will never be forgotten in my eyes!
Kelsey Schorsch

Niki Nuccio

May 5, 2008

Mary,
I just learned of your loss today at the bank. I enjoyed talking with Morgan as he waited for me to make his deposit. We had some fun conversations. My condolences to you. I have a baby in heaven. All I can tell you is to lean into God. My prayers are with you.

Karen A. & Laura A. McMahon

May 5, 2008

From: Karen A. & Laura A. McMahon Rib Mountain & Hastings WI & MN
Relationship: Aunt & Cousin

http://www.americangreetings.com/ecards/view.pd?i=465839669&m=4104&source=ag992 My thoughts will be with you all, love aunt karen ann and cousin laura ann
Sent: 5/1/2008

Elspeth Foran

May 4, 2008

To the Strand family and to those that knew an loved Morgan,

I was so sad to hear about this tragic loss. I only have good memories of him, some older and some newer, but only good. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
My heart goes out especially to his family and close friends.

Eugene Peterson

May 3, 2008

Grandfather Jack:
I did not know Morgan. But I have known you for 53 years, And I do feel for you and the family's feelings.
An OLd, Old Buddy
Gene

Vanja Cosic

May 2, 2008

Dear Mrs. Strand,
Please accept my most sincere condolences on the loss of your son, Morgan. Words can't even express how sorry I am to hear this news. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.

Kelly Bertram

May 2, 2008

Strand family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I only knew Morgan for a short time but I will never forget him. I have only good memories of him. I am so sorry I won't be able to come Saturday. He will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prays are with you.

John Carter

May 2, 2008

Mrs. Strand, Chris and family,

I heard what happened today and my prayers and thoughts are with you all. May he rest in peace and hope for the best with you all during this time

Angie & A.J. Tjelle

May 2, 2008

Kate & Chad
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

May 2, 2008

Dear Tom,

We were so saddened to hear of Morgan’s death. We wish we could be there to give you a hug and a shoulder to lean on. Our hearts are with you and wish you strength and peace.

Melody, Jim, and Emily Reissen

Verene Huizenga

May 2, 2008

Kate and family,
You have my deepest sympathy and are in my thoughts and prayers.

Jill and James Van Sickle

May 2, 2008

Chris and family,
We are very sorry to hear about your loss. Hoping memories of Morgan bring you comfort and with time, healing.

Ale Bukowski

May 2, 2008

Strand Family, my sympathies are with you. Morgan was a great friend for the short time i knew him. I met in Prom 2007 when he went with Kelly, and we had a great time over the summer! i will miss him

Mary & Dan (David & Michael) Jaworowski

May 2, 2008

Dear Mary and Family,
We are so sorry to hear about Morgan. He will be missed by all who knew him. If there is anything we can do please let us know. You are all in our prayers. Be it a comfort to you that his music and songs are now being played directly to our Father. (St. Stanislaus)

The Warners

May 2, 2008

Kate, Chad and family

Please accept our deepest sympathies and know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers.

Monika Hubble

May 2, 2008

Kate, know that many teachers are praying for you and your family this week. Monika

Jack & Marcia Cacello

May 2, 2008

Kate, Chad and family

Our thoughts and prayers are with you

Mike Youngs

May 2, 2008

Mrs. Strand-
I was very sorry to hear about Morgan this morning. It is a shame to see such a great life lost at such an early age. Morgan will be missed by many.

Bill, Deb, Ryan and Kayla Bradley

May 2, 2008

There have been angels in my life. While they have not arrived with a great trumpet sound or the rustling of wings. I have known their presence all the same. They performed their acts in human form. Sometimes borrowing faces of family and friends or posing as a well-meaning stranger.
You will know them too. When just the right word is needed. When a tiny act of kindness makes a great difference.
Or perhaps you will hear a voice whispering quietly in the night. The words not quite clear but the meaning unmistakable. There is hope. There is hope.
Every day our caring thoughts are with you, bringing hope that each tomorrow will grant you peace.
You are in our prayers and the memory or Morgan is in our hearts.

Lindsi Pearse

May 1, 2008

Mrs. Strand and family,
I am so very sorry for your loss. Morgan was a wonderful person and he will be missed very much. I will keep you in my prayers. God bless.

Marija Biljeskovic

May 1, 2008

Morgan has been a great friend to me and he will be missed. My prayers go to Morgan and his family.

Patrick & Vicki McMahon

May 1, 2008

TO Mary, Tom, Chris, Kate & Jessie also Auntie M and Uncle Jack

Im sooo very sorry for the loss of Morgan... I Know words can't describe the loss and what not but I want you all to know Im praying for you guys!!!

For I reckon that the sufferings of this present time [are] not worthy [to be compared] with the glory which shall be revealed in us. Romans 8:18

I know like I said words cant help but I hope there is some comfort in that passage...

From me and my wife we love you all!!!

Natalie Villarreal

May 1, 2008

I didn't know Morgan that well, but from what I did know, he was a very kind and talented guy. I am truly sorry for your loss.

Sister Rosa Rauth

May 1, 2008

Dear Mary and Family,
You have our deepest sympathy and prayers at this time of grief.
Sister Rosa and Sr. Gloria and the Sinsinawa Dominicans at the Mound.

Susan Arch

May 1, 2008

I am so very sorry, Kate. You, Chad, and your entire family will be in my prayers.

Pete Sandona

May 1, 2008

To Chris and family,
My thougths and prayers are with you.

Lafond family

May 1, 2008

Coach Strand & Coach Hillman-
We are sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

Nicole Block

May 1, 2008

I remember when I was in 8th grade and Morgan came trick-or-treating with Ellen,myself, and several others. Morgan seemed very outgoing and funny, when I first met him. At prom last year, he enjoyed being there and was very nice to everyone. I did not know him very well, we were mutual friends through Ellen Guirl. However, I still have the memories of prom and Halloween in 8th grade.
Moran you will be missed. I wish I could make it to the Memorial Service. My prayers are with your family.

May 1, 2008

Mary and family,
May God give you the strength you need at this time and may wonderful memories help sustain you. God Bless you.
Ellen & Chuck Kurt

Megan Osinski

May 1, 2008

to the strand family and friends.
morgan was an awesome person and is going to be greatly missed.im so sorry for your loss and again,i am going to miss him alot.he brought so many happy memories to my life and his smile always lit up a room.

Sharon Schindler

May 1, 2008

Dear Mary and Family,
We are deeply sorry to hear of Morgan's death. You are in our thoughts and paryers. May God send you peace and confort and fill your hearts with wonderful memories of him. Anything we can do for you please call. With love and prayers, Sharon and Jerrry Schindler (St. Stanislaus)

Mischelle Frega

May 1, 2008

Kate & Chad, My thoughts & prayers are with you & your family.

Gail Vannetter

May 1, 2008

Dear Mary,
I am so sorry for your great loss. It seems as though the world has been on your shoulders the past couple of months but you know when I look at you I see an extremely strong person that knows how to handle every situation and I beleive with my whole heart, mind and soul you will get throught his. I will keep you in my prayers and remeber if you ever need someone to talk to please call. Love always, Gail (St. Stanislaus)

Sharon Khalil

May 1, 2008

Mrs. Strand,
I am deeply sorry for the loss of your son. However, he left behind many great memories that all of us will cherish and pass on. I know he made you proud in his life and his memory will never die because so many love him. May peace rest on you and yours in this time of great need.

Jennifer Sutherland

May 1, 2008

There are no words, I am truly speechless, Mary I am so sorry. This should never have happened it is not fair that he left us so soon. He was such a good friend.

Sr. Janet Pfile OP

May 1, 2008

Dear Mary and family,
I was so sorry to receive a phone call this morning and learn of Morgan's death. Be assured of my prayers for him and all of you as you mourn his loss. May God's peace and comfort be with each of you.

John-Paul Gibson

May 1, 2008

Morgan, the world won't be the same without you. You were taken from us at too young an age and my heart is broken at the news of losing you. Hope to see your soul again some day, however that may be.

For the strand family: be strong, as strong as you can be. We'll keep you guys in our thoughts and prayers. Be safe and God bless.

Pastor Neal (michelles dad) Bryant

May 1, 2008

Mary & family, My deepest regret is with you in this time. Morgan was a great kid and I enjoyed so much knowing him. If you need anything let me know. My prayers and heart are with you.

Leslie Schoettes

May 1, 2008

Kate and Chad,
May you feel the love and support of those around you. We will keep you in our hearts and prayers, as you keep wonderful memories of Morgan in yours.

Julie, Bill, Will and Margaret Parkhurst

May 1, 2008

Mrs. Strand and Mrs. Hillman,
We are so sorry for the loss of your son and brother. Our prayers and thoughts are with you through this difficult time. Morgan was blessed to have both of you in his life. May you find peace and comfort in your family, friends and memories.

Dee Compton

May 1, 2008

Kate and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you. My deepest sympathy to your family.

Gail Magic

May 1, 2008

Kate,
Know that you are in my heart and prayers at this most difficult time.

Marianne Bernardoni

May 1, 2008

Kate, Chad & Jessie-
I want to express all my love and sympathy to you and your family. May the memories of Morgan, your love for him and your family wrap around you and comfort you at this difficult time.

Lori Grant

May 1, 2008

Kate - My deepest sympathy to you and your family in the loss of your brother. We are all thinking of you.

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