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Loretta Haugen Obituary

LORETTA M. HAUGEN, 90 ROCKFORD - Loretta M. Haugen, 90, a lifelong resident of Rockford, died peacefully with her family at her side on Wednesday, December 18, 2013, at St. Anne Center. Born May 10, 1923, the daughter of John and Rose (Scandroli) Milani. Married Lloyd Haugen, Jr. on March 31, 1951, in Rockford at St. James Catholic Church. He preceded her in death in 1989. Loretta worked at Illinois National Bank and Henry Lindberg Furniture. She was a member of the Verdi Club and the Lombardi Club, and was a former member of Maun-Nah-Tee-See Country Club. She loved every moment with her family and she never missed an outing or a grandchild's sporting event. She enjoyed cooking, golfing, playing cards, shopping and flowers. Loretta was a special friend to many people and left us all with many fond memories. She will be missed dearly by her family and friends. Survivors include her daughters, Andrea (Lee) Setter and Lynn (David) Stockton; grandchildren, Andrew (Natalie) Setter, Adam (fiancée, Jessica Lewis) Setter, Eric (fiancée, Kerry Fluder) Setter, Clayton Janicke, Kaylin Janicke and Zeke Stockton. She was anxiously awaiting the birth of her first great- grandson expected in January. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, her brothers, William, John and Thomas Milani and sisters, Dorothy Milani and Frances Dallosto. Funeral Mass at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, December 21, 2013, at Holy Family Catholic Church, 4401 Highcrest Road. Visitation is scheduled for Saturday at Holy Family from 9 a.m. until time of prayer at 10:15 a.m. Interment will be held at Calvary Catholic Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the family for a living memorial to be established. Fitzgerald Funeral Home, Mulford Chapel is assisting the family. Express online condolences at: www.fitzgeraldfh.com.

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Published by Rockford Register Star from Dec. 20 to Dec. 21, 2013.

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Dan Shumate

December 26, 2013

Andrea,
Sorry to hear of your mom's passing. She was always nice to me at the Milani garage parties on Johnston Ave many moons ago. My prayers are with you and your mom. Peace be with you and may the Lord comfort you and hold Loretta in his arms as the journey unfolds.

Mary Scott

December 23, 2013

Andrea & family,
So sorry for your loss. Loretta was such a sweet person. I always enjoyed being around her at the Lombardi and Verdi meetings. She will always be remembered.

Lorna Carlson

December 21, 2013

Loretta was a very kind person who dearly loved her family. I was a good friend to Loretta's niece, Mary Dallosto. I have fond memories of time spent at family gatherings. Icy conditions prevent me from attending the service. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.

Belinda Lund

December 20, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss, I enjoyed Loretta so much when we were at the Verdi and Lombardi she was so kind to everyone. She will be greatly missed.
Love, Belinda Lund

Katey Dallosto Shinn

December 20, 2013

I loved her warmth, her laugh and her welcoming hugs. We will all miss her.

Berta Graceffa

December 20, 2013

We will miss her I am sorry I will not be able to attend her service but you will all be in my thoughts.

December 20, 2013

So sorry to learn of the passing of Loretta. She will always be remembered as a gracious and lovely lady with an everlasting smile.

Diane & Rich Kryzanski

Tom and Debby Luchetti

December 20, 2013

Dear Family,
Saddend by her passing, but lovingly remembered over the years. Plesse know that we are thinking of you during this difficult time.

December 20, 2013

I am in Georgia with family & just read about the passing of your sweet Mother..Will miss her very bright smile at the clubs. .sorry Andrea & always enjoy the Fond Memories. they are everlasting. Love, Audrae Zullo

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