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Bradley Lutzow Obituary

BRADLEY BURRITT LUTZOW, 45 DURAND - Bradley Burritt Lutzow, 45, of Durand died Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2009, in Phoenix. Born Feb. 5, 1964, in Rockford, the son of Earl H. Jr. and Alyce (Steward) Lutzow. Lived 11 years in Durand, coming here from Rockford. Married the former Kelly L. Church on Aug. 25, 2007, in Durand. He was employed as a machinist for Specialty Screw in Rockford for five years. Veteran of the U.S. Navy, serving from 1982 to 1986. Member of Durand United Methodist Church, Association of Recovering Motorcyclists and AA Community for 17 years. Graduated from Rockford West High School, Class of 1982. Survivors include wife, Kelly Lutzow; daughters, Traci A. Lutzow, and stepchildren, Devan and Caiti Millard, all of Durand, and Trisha and Tiffany; parents, Earl and Alyce Lutzow of Rockford; brothers, Brian Lutzow of Beloit, Wis., and David Lutzow and Glen Burnie of Maryland; sister, Diane (Walter) Folkes of Camarillo, Calif.; and seven nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his grandparents. Funeral at 1 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 26, in Durand United Methodist Church, with Pastor Don Hochmuth of Janesville, Wis., and Pastor Henry Whang of Durand United Methodist Church co-officiating. Cremation rites will be accorded. Visitation from 4 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 25, in Mc-Corkle Funeral Home, 101 Main St. A memorial will be established. To send condolences online, visit mccorklefuneralhome.com.

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Published by Rockford Register Star from Feb. 22 to Feb. 28, 2009.

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Ernie Ramos

March 4, 2009

To the Family: May you find comfort in knowing Brad was a man of God. We talked of God on a few occasions and I know he is walking with him now. Keep the Faith.

Linda & Shannon Birmingham

March 3, 2009

You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Kerry Greaves (Presslor )

February 27, 2009

I meet Brad while filling the vending machines at specalty screw. He reminded me of his brother. I just had to ask him if he was Brians brother.we shared alot of old stories about the good old days. he will be greatley missed by all. my prayers go out to all his family members in this time of sorrow

Judy Lyle

February 27, 2009

Brad was a joy to work with for the past 5 yrs. His great sense of humor and jokes will be greatly missed by all of us at Specialty Screw Corp. Our hearts are grieving with you, we miss him terribly too. May God comfort each and every one of you!
Hugs & Love, Judy Lyle

Sheri Carter Biggs

February 25, 2009

Earl & Alice,
We are so sorry for your loss of your son Brad. We want you to know that we are thinking of you and lifting you up in prayer during this most difficult time. Just remember the good times for they will sustain you!!
If there is anything at all we can do,please don't hesitate to let us know.
We Love you,
John & Margie Carter
Sheri,Cody & Ryan Biggs

Brittany Gorham

February 25, 2009

The Lutzow Family,
I'm very sorry for your lost. Brad was a good man, and treated everyone with respect. He's was a good friend to my parents Calefornia Dave, And IcePack! Wish You The Best. R.I.P BRADLEY BURRITT LUTZOW

Sue Slothower

February 25, 2009

Dear Kelly & Caiti,
We are so sorry to hear about Brad. We enjoyed Brad very much and will miss him. What a sad time for you. We could feel how much you loved him. We are keeping you in our prayers.
Love, Sue & Paige Slothower

Pat & Dave Marston

February 25, 2009

Earl, Alyce, David, Brian and Diane we want to express our symphathy to you and tell you how sorry we are for your loss. I was a neighbor of Brads on cottage grove but did not know him that well. i went to school with Diane. My parents know you well (Jimmie and Jo Ann Reichenbach) Our thoughts and prayers are with you .

Tiffany Schorer

February 25, 2009

I am very sorry about what happened. Brad was very close with my parents Christine and Dave Hansen. He would always come to our house. He was an awesome guy. Very friendly and outgoing. It really is terrible what happened. But he's in a better place now and God is with him.

Yvonne Ebbings

February 24, 2009

Kelly, Traci, Devan, Caiti,
You are in my heart and prayers. I cant express my sorrow - I want you to know I will pray you through as others did for me. May God wrap His love and peace around you all. He will carry you through this time. Brads love for you all was the most wonderful thing and so very evident to those all around you. A treasure for all time. WIth Love , Yvonne

Krystal Kerley

February 24, 2009

Traci & the Lutzow Family-
Brad was such an amazing person. Words can't express how saddening this is. He was like a second father to me. He will be soo missed. We will see him again one day.
Hugs and all our love.
Krystal and Caleb Kerley

diane Archer

February 24, 2009

Dear Lutzow Family.
May God comfort you at this time and forever. We are with you in spirit and share your loss. We only knew Brad thru Trisha and Tiffany and they adored Brad. We are so sorry for your loss.

Gene and Diane Archer, Third Pres. Church

cindy Roper

February 24, 2009

Hi, My prayers are with the family, I work at Tan books with Earl. The lord be with the family.
Cindy

Jamie & Cheryl Button

February 23, 2009

Earl, Alyce, David, Diane, Brian and especially Traci-There are no words that can heal the tragic loss of Brad. He was at times larger than life and he enjoyed every minute of it. Please find comfort in knowing that he truly cherished his family and Traci was his whole world. He will surely be missed.

Michelle (Blegen) Spring

February 23, 2009

I've known Brad since grade school and was surprised at the news. I'm sorry for your loss and my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of sorrow.

Jim Doyle

February 23, 2009

Brian,Diane, and the Lutzow Family, So sad to read of Brads passing, He was a great guy and will be missed. Have Faith at this time,and in time we will meet him again. God bless

Amy Underhill

February 23, 2009

To Traci... So Sorry to hear about your dad. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Anita and Kelsey Burkholder

February 23, 2009

We extend our deepest sympathy for the loss of Brad. Please know that the entire Lutzow family is in our thoughts and prayers at this unfortunate time.

Jan Roland

February 23, 2009

Earl & Alyce - We were so sorry to hear about Brad and that we can't be there for you on Thursday, but you are in our thoughts and prayers. Tell the kids we are thinking of them also. Take care. Jan & Sue

Ashley & Taegen Wolfgram

February 23, 2009

So Sorry for the loss of Brad. He will be missed so much. Be wishes to the Lutzow family. Lots of love.

Julie & Donnie Wolfgram

February 23, 2009

We are so deeply sorry for the loss of Brad. We love him and will miss him alot. We are family and will stick together through this time of need. Are hearts are with all the Lutzow family now and forever. MUCH LOVE to you all and count on us for anything! Lots of Love!!

Pamela Fisher (Palmer)

February 23, 2009

I just received this horrible news from Rockford. I'm sure you're there, Diane, and will hopefully see this entry and know how sorry I am. My thoughts and love are with you all. Earl and Alyce, I can only imagine the pain you must be feeling every minute of every day without Brad. I will pray that you can feel some relief with memories of the good times... grateful for the time that he lived. I really wish I could be at his service for you, Diane. Please know I will be there in heart and with all my sympathy.
Love and prayers,
Pam

DEBBIE LYNN BIENEMANN

February 23, 2009

MY MOST SINCERE CONDOLINCES TO THE FAMILY OF BRADLEY,I KNOW EARL AND HIS WIFE.GOD IS WITH BRADLEY NOW AND GOD IS ALSO WITH THE FAMILY AND FRIENDS TOO.MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL. ITS NOT EASY WHEN A LOVED ONE MOVES FROM THIS EXSISTANCE TO THE NEXT IN HAVEN. BUT IF WE USE OUR FAITH IT MAKES IT EASIER. BECAUSE WE KNOW WHERE OUR LOVED ONES MOVE ON TO.WE ALSO KNOW SOME WONDERFUL DAY WE,LL SEE AND BE WITH THEM AGAIN FOR ETERNITY.I KNOW EARL FROM N.L. GRP. AND U.R. GRP.MS. DEBBIE LYNN.U.R.

Tracy & Van Carpenter (Friend)

February 23, 2009

To the Lutzow Family:
Our hearts weigh heavy for you, it broke our hearts to hear the news. You are in our thoughts. Earl and Alyce, if you need anything please please call. With all of our love,

Deb Lutzow

February 23, 2009

You are all in my thoughts and prayers. The kids were always crazy about their Uncle Brad. He will truely
be missed. I am just so truely sorry for the loss. It is hard to put into words but just know that we share in your grief and will be thinking of you.

Trona B

February 23, 2009

This guy was a great neighbor. His laughs, his smiles, his involvement of community and his support will always remain in my heart. My prayers goes out to the family and friends.

Heather L

February 23, 2009

I offer my thoughts and prayers to the family and send my deepest sympathy. Brad will surely be missed.

Chuck & Holly Jansen

February 22, 2009

Earl and family,
We just learned of your loss. please accept our deepest sympathy and condolences.
Your strength is in your friends, please lean on us for any needs.

Don G. "SKID"

February 22, 2009

With A Heavy Heart we say good-bye. You'll be missed my Brother. Peace to All Your Family.

Melissa Kauchak

February 22, 2009

Alice, and Earl,
we send our deepest symathies to you and your family..

Dave, Melissa, Jeremy and Belle Kauchak
3rd Pres church..

Julie (shadden)smith

February 22, 2009

Sorry for your loss, my mother Mildred Shadden also sends her condolences we are related by my grandmother Ruth (Derrickson) Jones

joylyn wahla

February 22, 2009

Please accept my deepest sympathy. You all are in my prayers and thoughts.

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