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Stephen LaForge Obituary

STEPHEN C. LAFORGE, 67 loving husband, father, boppa and brother ROCKTON - Stephen C. LaForge, 67, of Rockton, IL, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 25, 2013, in his recliner at his cabin in Arbor Vitae, WI. He was born July 29, 1946, in Freeport, IL, the son of John T. and Helen Jilbert LaForge. Steve was a 1964 graduate of Aquin Catholic Central High School in Freeport, IL. He attended Milton College and graduated from Upper Iowa University. Steve married Margaret J. "Peg" Sieffert on June 12, 1965, in St. James Catholic Church in Rockford, IL. He was employed by J.L. Clark in sales for 17 years, and retired in 2010 from International Paper. Steve enjoyed sports, golf, fishing at his cabin on the lake, his collection of Brett Favre jerseys from every team he has played on, his family and most of all, his grandchildren. Steve is survived by his wife, Peg; his son, Jim (Diana) LaForge of Rockton, IL; two daughters, Laurie (Mike) Nelson of Roscoe, IL and Meg (Tom) Stockings of Arbor Vitae, WI; grandchildren, Emma, Sophia and Cross Nelson, Ben and Molly Stockings, step grandchildren, Justin (Natalie) Keister, Jaci (Tim) Coomer and Jess (Tim) Krueger; five step great- grandchildren, Olivia, Everitt, Adelaive, Ella and Rowan; his sister, Mary (Bill) Cremer of Scottsdale, AZ; brothers and sisters in-law, Carol LaForge, Shirley Nelson, Carol Mohr, Betsy (Tim) Solbrig, Nancy Robison, Ginny (Bill) Kussner, Emily (Todd) McCarthy, Teresa (John) Topham, Barb (John) Fisher, Dottie Sieffert, Jean Sieffert and Larry Parks; nieces, nephews and friends. He was predeceased by his parents; four brothers, John, Tom, Jim and Dave LaForge; brothers and sisters in-law, Tom Sieffert, Bill Sieffert, Bob Sieffert, Don Sieffert, Kay Parks, Judy Solbrig, Leonard Nelson, Bob Mohr; and his loving canine companion, Bart. A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be 11 a.m. Monday, September 30, 2013, in St. Peter's Catholic Church, 620 Blackhawk Blvd., South Beloit, IL, with Father William Wentink officiating. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. until time of service in the church. Inurnment will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund is being established in Steve's name. Please share a memory or a condolence with the LaForge Family on our website. Brian Mark Funeral Homes, 1000 Inman Parkway, Beloit, WI 53511, 608-362-2000, brianmarkfh.com.

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Published by The Freeport Journal Standard from Sep. 28 to Sep. 29, 2013.

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Jill St Peter

September 21, 2019

In loving memory of a wonderful person. May your memories provide comfort ❤Life taken too soon

Cheryl Mertes

October 2, 2013

To the entire LaForge family. I knew Steve back in the day of Pioneer Container and worked with him for some 30 years until IP closed the Cedarburg facility. Steve was always a man that told you what was on his mind about business. He took care of his customers and they loved him. I lost track of Steve a few years back after the plant closed but I will always remember him telling the stories of his children and the grandchildren. He was so proud of his children and was always happy to talk about them. When he came into the office, we begged him to share photo's of the grandkids. My prayers are with all of you as you are going through this difficult loss. God's blessings to you all.

John & Lisa Rusnak

September 30, 2013

Laurie and Family,
We are so saddened to learn about your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

Jeff & Tricia Meyer

September 30, 2013

Laurie and family,

So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

David Brockman

September 30, 2013

I knew Steve a brief time. He was a great co-worker and someone I considered a valued friend. He will be sadly missed.

Susie Donker

September 30, 2013

Peg, if I have the connection correct, I believe we stayed at your little cabin up north (Jaci was there at the time, and we met some of the little ones as well). In any case, if this is correct, your husband was so kind as were Jaci and Tim, and the rest of your family that came and went that week. It was a wonderful vacation, one of the last we had before Bruce had a debilitating stroke in 2004. May God sustain you and your family in this sad time.

Donna Venable

September 30, 2013

My deepest sympathy to Steve's family. He was such a nice person to work with here at JLC. I know he will be missed very much. May God bless you and the many memories see you through your sadness.

September 30, 2013

Peggy and Family

We send our great sympathy to you and your family upon hearing of Steve's untimely passing.

It is with great sorrow that I have to come to the reality that I will not be seeing my great grade school and high school friend Steve. We were so much looking forward to seeing both of you at our next years 50th class reunion.

Regards,
Frederick and Angelika Bauch
Pittsburgh, PA
[email protected]

September 30, 2013

Peg,I am so, so sorry, especially after we talked at Swedes awhile ago. I'm thinking and praying that you're doing ok. Please take care. Julie Otts

Julie Miller

September 30, 2013

Dear Peg and family,
You and your family are all in our thoughts and prayers during this time. We loved getting to know you on our family vacations to your cabin up north and you our sincere sympathy is with you now.
The John & Julie Miller Family,
Rock City, IL

Bill Isaacs

September 30, 2013

Peg,
I was deeply saddened to hear of Steve's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

September 30, 2013

Peg, So sorry to hear of Steve's passing. My prayers are with you and your family.

danette maynard

September 30, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with your and your family. Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you. -

September 30, 2013

You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Marcet "Sandy" Heuerman

Dwight and Lynn Hopfauf

September 30, 2013

Peg, Laurie and Family,
So sad to hear the news! May your memories give you comfort during this difficult time. Our prayers go out to you.
Dwight, Lynn, Mackenzie and Jacob Hopfauf

September 29, 2013

Jim and family --
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
The Lewis Family

Laurie Schirmer Carpenter

September 29, 2013

Peggy, I am so sorry to hear of Steve's passing. I treasure the memories of the wonderful times we had at St. Thomas and Aquin. Such a great guy! My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Sue McDonald

September 28, 2013

Peg,
Thinking of you and your family.
Peace to you,
Sue McDonald

September 28, 2013

Peg and family,
My prayers and thoughts are with you as you grieve the loss of Steve.

Eleanor DeNure

Rita Guernsey and Sarah Guernsey

September 28, 2013

Our deepest sympathies to all of the LaForge family. Our prayers are with you.

Peter Shianna

September 28, 2013

Steve was a good guy I knew mainly through his brother Dave, who was a fellow Bulldog and Loras Duhawk. All the best, Peg, during this sad time and beyond.

Steven, Jill & Stella St. Peter

September 27, 2013

Our thoughts, prayers and hugs are with you during this sad & difficult time.

Bill Downes, Bob Downes

September 27, 2013

So sad to hear the news of Steves death. He was a lifelong friend of ours, but particularly of my brother Frank. Steve kept in close contact with Frank reminiscing and encouraging him in Franks last days. During that period Steve and I had several convos. We agreed to meet for lunch and stories one day "soon" after his brother Jims passing. He was a good athlete and funny man. End of an era

Pat Westin

September 27, 2013

Peg, I'm so very sorry.

Jim and Terri Michelsen

September 27, 2013

We are so sorry for your loss. Our deepest sympathy. Sending you all lots of love and prayers.

Sheri O'Brien-Cook

September 27, 2013

Peg,
You are in my thoughts and in my prayers.

John & Lucy Sabin

September 27, 2013

Peggy, Our deepest sympathies for you and family on this sad occaision.

Pat Perrin Miller

September 27, 2013

Peg & family - thinking of you today & knowing you have a heart full of memories to help you through this time. Steve was my football buddy (age 8-9)....

Sally (Sabin) Moore

September 27, 2013

Peggy--
Thinking of you and your family at this time of loss. God bless you all.

September 27, 2013

Dear Peg, My prayers are with you and your family. Let your memories comfort you. Donna Eye Hurd Largo,Fl.

Pat Steinman Udell

September 27, 2013

I am saddened at the loss of my lifelong friend Steve. From our days at St. Thomas grade school, to the hallowed halls of Freeport Aquin, to the infrequent, but cherished visits in our adulthood, I will miss his physical presence in my life. It has been a friendship of over 60 yrs. and one I will always remember. As we moved into high school I also have cherished my friendship with Peg, and your entire family. Know that my thoughts and prayers are with all of you on this very sad time. I pray that you have MANY happy, fond, memories to sustain you thru your difficult journey. RIP my good friend. Pat Steinman Udell, and Topper & Bob Steinman

September 27, 2013

Dear Peg and family,May love and memories sustain you in this difficult time. Steve was a great guy. God Bless You. In sympathy,Karen and Roger Olsen

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