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David Labak Obituary

DAVID N. LABAK, 31 ROCKFORD - David N. Labak, 31, of Rockford passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, March 5, 2014. Born October 29, 1982, in Rockford; the son of Richard S. and Loni (Stinson) Labak. He loved his kids, Joslynn and Max, was a free spirit and enjoyed his salt water aquariums. Think happily of David for he is joining his papa and dog, Raider and his Savior Jesus. A celebration of life will be held at 3 p.m. Sunday, March 9, at River Valley Community Church, 5439 E State St, Rockford, Illinois, with Pastor Rodney Combs officiating. Please make memorials to the family for a fund to be established at a later date. Fitzgerald Funeral Home and Crematory, Mulford Chapel, is assisting the family. Please express online condolences at: www.fitzgeraldfh.com.

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Published by Rockford Register Star from Mar. 7 to Mar. 8, 2014.

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March 12, 2014

Dave your with me every time I smile. I still remember you telling me they had to scrape my blood off the ice when I broke my tooth. Great memories. - Rosa

Auntie Rose

March 11, 2014

Dave, you will always have a special place in my heart!

March 11, 2014

Such a loving - caring celebration of Davids life. Family and friends were treated to Davids jounery through life --David has now found everlasting peace - love and God. This now makes all your tears forever to be tears of joy. All our love -- Gregg & Deb

Kimberly Mata

March 11, 2014

My thoughts and prayers go out to you on the loss of your son, David. There is no greater tragedy then the loss of a child and I pray that you take comfort in the love and support of your family and friends.

Mike and Karen Baratta

March 11, 2014

Our prayers are with the Labak family for their terrible loss.

Wilma Majcen

March 9, 2014

Dear Rick & Loni,
We tried to come to the Memorial,however we got lost. Our sincere condolences. Rick, I will send the card we have for you to your mom. Our thoughts & prayers to you & your family.
Tony & Willie Majcen

March 9, 2014

Dear Ricky and Loni,
Our sincere sympathy on the sudden loss of David. You have a wonderful extended family to help you through this. Enjoy the good memories.
Andy & Terry Nowakowski

Drew & Cindy Gustafson

March 8, 2014

Dear Rick and Loni,

We are very sorry to hear about the loss of your son. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your whole family at this difficult time.
Drew & Cindy Gustafson

Don Adams

March 8, 2014

My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. He is in heaven now and will forever be peaceful. May God watch over your entire family during this time of loss. My love to you all.

Brian Urias

March 8, 2014

For the short time I knew him. He was a good guy. Three years came in and bowled and he loved his bowling. When we worked together he seemed to put smiles on a lot of faces and for that you shall be missed.

Edward and Debbie Saulters

March 8, 2014

Rest In Peace Gentle Soul Dave Labak, Eddie and I will miss your smile....Gone but Never Forgotten.

March 8, 2014

Rest In Peace Gentle Soul Dave Labak. Eddie and I will miss your smile. Gone but Never Forgotten.

March 8, 2014

Dave, I remember you and all the friends coming over to our house, all the funny pranks you and Darral would pull when you were just 2 little kids, and that big beautiful smile you would give when you guys would get "caught with the your hands in the cookie jar," and I smile..... God took one of his angel home March 5, 2014 so Rest In Peace Gentle Soul Dave Labak. You are gone but Never forgotten.

Mary Levis Lackey

March 8, 2014

Dear Rick and Loni,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your whole family. While children are not supposed to precede us in death, you know he will be waiting to greet you in heaven. I pray that you all will get the love and support from both your family and your church family that will help to carry you through this time of grief.

Dale Crittenden

March 8, 2014

I am so very sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

You at your best!

Darral Ying

March 7, 2014

You were my best friend and I know you will always look over me and my family. We love you Dave. I am so sad you are gone but I know you are doing much better where you are now.

Binky

March 7, 2014

What we have lost -- God has now. ( R.I.P ). Gregg & Deb

Bob and Zita Grepling

March 7, 2014

Rick and Loni,
Bob and I are very sad to hear the news of the loss of your son. We will keep you and the entire Labak family in our thoughts and prayers. Please accept our deepest sympathy.

Frank and Rene Karlovsky

March 7, 2014

Our condolences to the entire Labak family. God bless all of you.

Frank and Rene Karlovsky
Slatington, PA

APRIL BATES

March 7, 2014

I'M SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. MY PRAYERS GO OUT TO YOU GUYS AND THE REST OF THE FAMILY. DAVE WILL BE MISSED

Rick and Sherry Stokes

March 7, 2014

Loni and Rick,

We are sorry to hear about the loss of your son. We pray that God will comfort you during your time of sorrow.

Alana Diehl

March 7, 2014

I was overcome with a great sadness when I found out Dave had passed away so unexpectedly. He was a really great guy who was always doing something to make you laugh .He will be greatly missed by everyone who truly knew him

Jackie Baney

March 7, 2014

So sorry for your loss. Will keep you and family members in our prayers!

Jackie Baney

March 7, 2014

So sorry for your loss. Will keep you and family members in our prayers!

Kim Satness

March 7, 2014

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. I am so sorry for your loss.

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