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Liam Vaughn Obituary

LIAM DAVID VAUGHN, 3 ROCKFORD - Liam David Vaughn, 3, of Rockford died Sunday, June 15, 2014, at Morris Hospital in Morris, Illinois. Born April 1, 2011, in Rockford to Mark and Ashley (Sechler) Vaughn. In support of Liam, his family is asking all Law Enforcement Officers to please wear their uniforms and the general public to wear superhero attire. Liam loved his family very much and had a great love for all superheroes, especially Batman and his "Daddy Mark". Survivors include parents, Mark and Ashley Vaughn; Siblings, Nolan Douglas Vaughn and Annistyn Brooke Vaughn; grandparents, Tammie and Ron Parrish, Doug Vaughn, Tammy and David Hooks, and Spence Sechler; great-grandparents, Carl and Dottie Pfalzgraf, Mimi Hooks, Susie and Don Parrish, Lily Simenson, Sherrie and John Lucas; aunts and uncles, Audrey Hooks, Lindsay Sechler, Rachel (Brian) Gibson, Thomas (Amy) Vaughn, Breanna Parrish and Alyssa Parrish; numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. Liam will be missed by his buddies, Connor, Nolan, Lily, Makenna, Emerson, Ella, Casey, Cole, Caleb, Koa, Hilo and Zander. Funeral Service 10 am Saturday, June 21, 2014, at Fitzgerald Funeral Home & Crematory, Mulford Chapel, 1860 S. Mulford Road, Rockford, IL 61108, with Pastor Jeff Fricke officiating. Visitation from 3 to 8:30 p.m. Friday, June 20, 2014, at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made through the State Police Department at gofundme.com/adznio for a memorial bench and tree to be planted in Liam's memory.

To plant trees in memory, please visit theĀ Sympathy Store.

Published by Rockford Register Star from Jun. 18 to Jun. 19, 2014.

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Diana White

June 30, 2023

I don“t know what to say except I feel your pain and sorrow. You and your family have my deepest sympathy. Put your sorrow in the hands of GOD and he will in time put you in peace

June 23, 2014

May your memories of sweet Liam help ease the hurt.

Becky Jackson

June 21, 2014

Mark, Ashley and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers that you will find the strength of 100 Superheros, as you celebrate sweet Liam's life today and always! He was blessed to have your love, and he will whisper that love back to your hearts forever. God bless all of you!

barbara obryant

June 20, 2014

so sorry to read this loss of such a sweet looking boy, i have a 3 yr.old gr.daughter i can't imaging bearing the loss. my prayers are w/you.what was his illness if i may ask.ba

Paul Seitz

June 19, 2014

Liam David Vaughn, 3, of Rockford died Sunday, June 15, 2014.

The Northern Illinois Multi-Jurisdictional Honor Guard is saddened to hear of the loss of our brothers son, Liam.

In support of Liam, his family is asking all Law Enforcement Officers to please wear their uniforms and the general public to wear superhero attire. Liam loved his family very much and had a great love for all superheroes, especially Batman and his "Daddy Mark".

Funeral Service 10 am Saturday, June 21, 2014, at Fitzgerald Funeral Home & Crematory, Mulford Chapel, 1860 S. Mulford Road, Rockford, IL 61108, with Pastor Jeff Fricke officiating. Visitation from 3 to 8:30 p.m. Friday, June 20, 2014, at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made through the State Police Department at gofundme.com/adznio for a memorial bench and tree to be planted in Liam's memory.

The Northern Illinois Multi-Jurisdictional Honor Guard wishes to express our sincere condolences and sympathy to the Vaughn family.

Sincerely,
The Northern Illinois Multi-Jurisdictional Honor Guard.

Rockford Citizen

June 19, 2014

Praying For This Family and This Prescious Soul,Didn't know him but I believe I have seen this handsome little Super Hero at Target on East State I remember his hair So Adorable,God Bless Everyone in This Family this has broken my heart and Touched the whole Community!!!!

Tim Berogan

June 19, 2014

So very sorry for your lose prayers for family from the Berogan's

Deb Gille

June 19, 2014

I did not know Liam, but I can tell by the warm smile on his face and see in his eyes that he is a superhero at heart. I am so sad for your loss. He now sits with Jesus.

June 19, 2014

After the loss of our daughter someone sent this beautiful quote that I hold dear and would like to share with you...She(He) whom you love and lost is no longer where She(he) was before She(He) is now wherever you are...Saint John Chrysostom My deepest sympathy, D.S.

June 19, 2014

God has you in the palm of his hand. He will carry you through this storm. We are praying for you and we are so so sorry for your loss.
-Erik and Vicki Johnson (Florida)

Dianne & Steve Sparks

June 19, 2014

What a beautiful little boy. Our deepest sympathy to your entire family. We are very old friends of Spence and Tammy. Thoughts and prayers with you all.

Eric, Jenn, Grace, Hannah

June 19, 2014

Vaughn Family,
Words are no use when trying to express our sorrow for the loss of Liam. My family and I will support you for whatever you need now and into the future.

April Riggs

June 19, 2014

Liam always asked where my little Orange Scooter was !
My thoughts and prayers are with you ! April from Peak

June 19, 2014

Mark and Ashley, words alone could never come close to consoling you during this tragic time. Our family is full of deep sorrow for your loss and are here for you and your family for whatever you need. Love you!
-Denise, Rick, Luke, Jordan-

Deena&paul Tharp

June 19, 2014

Our deepestsympathy goes out to the whole family...U all are in are prayers...He was a beautiful little boy...

Mitchell Busch

June 19, 2014

Mark & Ashley, I'm so sorry for your loss, Our love and prayers are with you and your family. Please let us know if there is any thing we can do for you and your family. Andrea & Mitchell Busch

Carey Spiezio

June 19, 2014

I'm so sorry about your little boy.

Sue

June 18, 2014

So very sorry!! You are all in my thoughts and prayers. No words could ever express, but know that Liam will be remembered and he was Blessed with you!

June 18, 2014

I don't know you but my heart breaks for you. I will keep you in my prayers. If you haven't seen the movie Heaven Is Real, please go see it. The movie will help you heal and know that he is safe, we will all be together again someday, in a beautiful place called HEAVEN!

Barbara Brichta

June 18, 2014

God Bless and wrap your arms around this precious child. Give comfort to the parents and family.

Debbie

June 18, 2014

Rest in peace little one,may you sleep with the angels

kimberly rymek

June 18, 2014

Rip, you are now God's Angel

June 18, 2014

Mark,
I'm heartbroken with grief for your loss. Please know you and your family are in our prayers.
With Deepest Sympathy,
Ann (Bisping) Smith

June 18, 2014

so sorry for your loss. didnt know him but friends of ours just loss their liile girl and know what your family is going though.

June 18, 2014

So extremely sorry to hear about your loss. I'm sending many many hugs your way and you will be in my prayers every day

Sheila

June 18, 2014

My heart is filled with sorrow for you and your family. Sometimes things just don't make sense :( Rest in Peace, Sweet Liam.

June 18, 2014

May the Lord Bless you all and bring you peace and comfort. Praying for you all.

Barb Zimmerman

June 18, 2014

So very sorry for the loss of your beautiful little boy.

June 18, 2014

May you feel God's loving arms around you at this difficult time

Rhonda Benson Cook

June 18, 2014

My deepest sympathy goes out to family and friends. I am so sorry for your loss.

Kathy Moscato

June 18, 2014

To Tammy Hooks,
Your Rolling Green family has their loving arms around you at this time. We are so very sorry for your loss.
Kathy and Christina Moscato

Linda

June 18, 2014

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

June 18, 2014

Mark, Ashely, Nolan and family
































I am so very sorry for your loss. My heartfelt sympathy goes to each of you. May God watch over and protect all of you during this time of sorrow. Your tiny Angel will remain with you through all of eternity!

Tasha Strohecker

June 18, 2014

You will forever be in our hearts, Liam! RIP

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