STANLEY D. HIRTH, JR., 59 CHERRY VALLEY - Stanley D. Hirth Jr., 59, Cherry Valley, passed away at 7:45 a.m., Thursday, July 4, 2013, surrounded by the love of his family after a courageous battle with cancer. In true Stan fashion, he might have missed his birthday by a week but went out with a Bang on July 4th. Born July 11, 1953, in Rockford, IL, son to Stanley and Betty (Elizabeth) Hirth Sr. Lived most of his life in the Cherry Valley area. He grew up working the rodeo circuit as a Bronc Rider; he later became a welder with Sheet Metal Workers Local 219 for more than 30 years. He was a free spirit who loved outdoors, wildlife, Harleys, good times, and friends. Survivors include, Mother, Betty (Elizabeth) Hirth of Rockford; Sister, Barb (Barbara) Hirth of Rockford; Son, Cole Hirth of Rockford; a very special grandson, Kamren Wilkinson of Rockford; two nieces, Liza (Elizabeth) and Ray Hunter of Roscoe, Becky (Rebecca) Hirth of Rockford; and a very special great nephew, Gauge Hunter of Roscoe. Predeceased by his father, Stan (Stanley) Hirth, Sr. in 1995; Aunt and Uncle, Don and Helen Johnson; grandparents and great grandparents; and special friend, Emma Carroll. A special thank you to special friends for sticking by during the rough times; Kenny Nesheim, Gary Graves and Rodeo mentor, Tom Oar of Montana. Special thank you to the Oncology Staff at UW Madison and everyone at Northern Illinois Hospice. Funeral Services will be 2 p.m., Wednesday, July 10, at Sunset Funeral Home, 8800 N. Alpine Road, Machesney Park. Reverend Ron Meyer will be officiating. Visitation will be held from 1 p.m. to time of service. Celebrate Stan's life by riding Harley or Horse, all welcome. Come in jeans; that is the only way he would want it. "The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen, nor touched, but are felt in the heart"-Helen Keller. Online condolences can be given at www.sunsetfhmemgardens.com.

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Published by Rockford Register Star from Jul. 8 to Jul. 9, 2013.

Memories and Condolences
for Stanley Hirth

22 Entries

July 10, 2013

Aunt Betty, Barb, and family, so sorry to hear about Stan. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.
Andrea

Ray Parker

July 10, 2013

A good friend will be missed and always remembered in my thoughts and prayers.

Brittany Wilkinson

July 10, 2013

To Cole, Kam, Grandma Betty and the entire Hirth Family. Stan was always a free spirit to say the least, he did things his own way and on his own time. He left a legacy in Cole, as he is the same way! Kamren will grow up with those same values instilled in him and he will always know about his grandpa Stan and the crazy, fun, outrageous stories and experiences he had in life. I'm so sorry for your loss and he will be greatly missed.

Larry (Cabana) Peters

July 9, 2013

RIP Stan,you lived life your way. my sympathies to the Hirth family.

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Sheryl Wylde

July 9, 2013

Barb and Family so sorry to hear of Stan's passing. My thoughts are with you at this sad time .

July 9, 2013

Barb and Family sorry to hear of Stan's passing. My thought are with you in this sad time.

Debbie Hutchinson

July 8, 2013

Stan, ride free now and let the wind blow! Thank you for the best gift ever of Cole he will let a piece of you live on. You are a Free Bird now~

Kristie Petitt

July 8, 2013

To Becky and Family, I am very sorry for your loss. May your faith, friends, and family all get you through this difficult time. God Bless!

July 8, 2013

I was sorry to learn of cousin Stan Jr.'s passing. May the knowlege that his suffering from such a terrible desease is over give you all some comfort.

Sincerely,
Ranna Hirth

Kourtney Whitt

July 8, 2013

Cole, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers!

Pat and Walt Ewing

July 8, 2013

We're so sorry for your loss. Please know that we're thinking about you.

Raymond Decker

July 7, 2013

My thoughts and prayers to the Hirth family during this difficult time.

Lorinda Shissler

July 7, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with Barb and Betty and the rest of the family and his friends.

Janet Johnson-Norris

July 7, 2013

My condolences to the Hirth family. My thoughts and prayers are with all.

Doris Parks

July 7, 2013

So Very Sorry to hear of Stan's passing, may the Angels wrap their arms around Stan and take him to Heaven where he can be free. Our Thoughts and Prayers are with his family. Rest In Peace Michael/Doris Parks

Richard Brooks

July 6, 2013

"God bless all of those you left behind Sir!"

Ron & Cyndie Ramirez

July 6, 2013

Our condolences. Thoughts and prayers going your way.

Pam DeVore

July 6, 2013

Hirth family.....Ray and I are sorry for your loss. Stan was a free spirit and enjoyed freedom. He is in a much better place now and not suffering. We all have lost someone special to cancer. I hope someday they will find a cure for this ugly disease. Keep your memories close to you always and know he is smiling and riding something! Ray and Pam DeVore

July 6, 2013

Hirth family.....Ray and I are sorry for your loss. Stan was a free spirit and enjoyed freedom. He is in a much better place now and not suffering. We all have lost someone special to cancer. I hope someday they will find a cure for this ugly disease. Keep your memories close to you always and know he is smiling and riding something! Ray and Pam DeVore

Karen & Louie Eubanks

July 6, 2013

Stan was such a nice man. He always had a smile for ya. He will be missed by many.Keep on riding in that rodeo in the sky. RIP Stan

Rita Kerry

July 6, 2013

To the Hirth family, my condolences. My heart goes out to everyone being touched by his passing. Heaven just received a cowboy riding on heaven's happy trails.
Rita Ewald-Kerry

Tammy Rielly

July 6, 2013

RIP Stan going out with a bang is no suprise... Thoughts and prayers Barb, Betty and Family

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