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Matthew Vosberg Obituary

MATTHEW MICHAEL VOSBERG ROCKFORD - Matthew Michael Vosberg was stillborn Tuesday, Feb. 5, 2008, in Rockford Memorial Hospital. Despite his overwhelming obstacles, Matthew fought bravely until shortly before birth so his twin sister, Molly, could be born healthy and without further complications. Matthew will forever be remembered and loved by his family. Matthew is survived by parents, Michael and Mary; sister, Liliana; brother, Zachary; and twin sister, Molly; grandparents, Gary and Anne Vosberg and Russell and Judith Johnson; great-grandparents, Olav and Gerd Borgersen; aunts, Melissa (Tim) Fosshage, Megan (Mark) Bertrand and Cindy (Jayson) Irwin; great-aunts, Julia (Maurice) Miller and Kathy Pellegrino; and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins. Michael and Mary would like to thank our friends and families for their overwhelming love and support throughout this difficult time. Fitzgerald Funeral Home is assisting the family with a private service, with Pastor Kerr officiating. Burial in Willwood Cemetery in Rockford. Extend online condolences at: www.fitzgeraldfh.com.
Published by Rockford Register Star from Feb. 12 to Feb. 18, 2008.

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Christina Warden

February 19, 2008

God Bless You Vosberg Family,
We have been praying for you for a long time now, and those prayers will forever go on for the health, happiness and healing for your family. We are so sorry, and so proud to have you as our dear friends. We will see you soon.

The Warden Family

Jennifer Schmarje

February 13, 2008

Mary,Mike,Lili,Zack and Molly,
I am truly sorry for your pain in losing Matthew. I am thinking about you and your family daily.If you need anything please let me know I am here. God Bless you and little matthew he will always be remember. love,
Jenni,Henry,Syleena,Noah,Lexi,Kya Schmarje

Cheryll Hettich

February 12, 2008

You are in our prayers.

Melissa Johnson Fosshage

February 12, 2008

Dear Mary, Mike, Lili, Zach, and Molly,

Words are inadequate things sometimes, but we hope you find a degree of comfort in the thought that your beloved family is always close in heart and thought by the many people who love you. We share your grief at Matthew’s loss, a boy who is forever loved. Our sympathies to you.

Much love Melissa, Tim, and Katharine Fosshage

Barb Johnson

February 12, 2008

Mary and Michael, our hearts are with you both. We know the sorrow you are feeling, mixed I know with the happyness of Molly. Matthew is and always will be in your hearts, and the whole will always remain, but know that Molly and your other two kids will certainly help you through this difficult time! Will be in touch.
We Love You,
Uncle Neil, & Aunt Barb

Deb Carlson

February 12, 2008

Dear Mike, Mary, Lilly, Zach and Molly:
You have been in our hearts and prayers every since we heard about Matthew's health problems. I can't imagine how difficult it has been for you. No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Deb and Wade Carlson

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