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Death Notices CrosswordTHE LUCKIEST SIGNS THIS WEEK: SCORPIO, SAGITTARIUS AND CAPRICORN Theme: The 1970sTHE LUCKIEST SIGNS THIS WEEK: AQUARIUS, PISCES AND ARIES

THE LUCKIEST SIGNS THIS WEEK:

TAURUS, GEMINI AND CANCER

Across

1. Come clean, with “up” 5. *_____-a-Soup, launched in 1972 8. Hefty volume 12. Maui party 13. Detective’s assignment 14. One that insists 15. Seed covering 16. Dull pain 17. Waltz, in France 18. *Francis Ford Coppola’s “The ____” 20. Part of an eye 21. H. pylori consequence 22. Labor org. 23. *”Feathered” 1970s icon 26. One who delivers coal 30. *1978’s “Night Fever” spent 8 weeks in this Billboard slot 31. Fire-breathing monster, Greek mythology 34. Type of list 35. Open-mouthed 37. Acorn producer 38. Glossy fabric 39. Denim innovator 40. Enlist or talk into (2 words) 42. Golf accessory 43. Gracefully thin 45. Meat and vegetable stew 47. Stumblebum 48. One way to prepare an egg 50. Chicken pox mark 52. *Type of 1970s shoes 56. Top dog 57. Laughing on the inside, in a text 58. Bye, to Sophia Lauren 59. *1971’s “Sooner or ____” by the Grass Roots 60. *”Beneath the Planet of the ____” 61. Very light brown 62. Research facil. 63. *Progressive rock band of “Roundabout” fame 64. Fishing pole spool

Down

1. Capture the ____ 2. Continental capital 3. Aforementioned 4. Substance with rotten egg smell 5. Secret stash 6. Theater employee 7. Jury member 8. *Olivia NewtonJohn’s 1978 co-star 9. Eye amorously 10. Table hill 11. Before, to a bard 13. Can’t-get-it-offone’s-mind kind 14. Throat dangler 19. Winged 22. Charge carrier 23. Young horses 24. *One of three 1970s TV crime-fighting women 25. Plunder 26. *”I’d like to buy the world a ____” 27. “Semper Fidelis” to U.S. Marines, e.g. 28. Bye, to Edith Piaf 29. Group of nine singers 32. *”Rich Man, ____ Man” miniseries 33. As opposed to mishap 36. *Salvador Allende successor

ARIES Work will occupy your full attention. You’ll have a host of details to consider. You’ll need to pay attention to the minutiae and take your time to get things right. Shirley Means 71 Rockford 7/18/2022 Keith Penniston 62 Rockford 7/18/2022 Beverly Jeppson 88 Rockford 7/18/2022 Robert Buckavekas 80 Rockford 7/18/2022 Oscar Strum 62 Rockford 7/18/2022 TAURUS You’ll be offered an opportunity to oversee a project. Although the situation will be demanding, the experience will improve your self-esteem and build selfAgnes Haley 62 Rockford 7/18/2022 Ronald Rosengren 69 Rockford 7/18/2022 Melba ODonnell 80 Rockford 7/19/2022 Sherman Biffle 89 Rockford 7/19/2022 Barbara Wicker 65 Machesney Park 7/19/2022 confidence. Lee Page 90 Loves Park 7/19/2022 GEMINI Larry Aldridge 76 Rockford 7/19/2022 Whether or not you’re on vacation, you Rebecca Wendorf 50 Rockford 7/19/2022 may spend a good part of the week at Donna Espy 71 Rockford 7/19/2022 home. Some family stories will demand Dale Edwards 71 Rockford 7/20/2022 your special attention. Your health might Roberto Gonzalez 69 Rockford 7/20/2022 also require you to get more rest.Stuart Fields 54 Rockford 7/20/2022 CANCER It won’t always be easy to reach some people. Be prepared to wait a while for people to get back to you, even if you leave a lot of messages. Emergency or not, you’ll have to be patient. Theresa Scalise 66 Rockford 7/20/2022 Shirley McKinney 80 Cherry Valley 7/20/2022 Timothy Moore 63 Rockford 7/20/2022 Galan Wakenight 37 Rockford 7/20/2022 Christopher Kapa 27 Rockford 7/20/2022 Carol Triplett 80 Rockford 7/21/2022 LEO This week, the story is money. You may need to review your budget and redo some calculations. Check all your invoices: an error may have slipped in. Later, you’ll be able to scale up your Daniel Miller 86 Rockford 7/21/2022 Leslie Tauchen 82 Rockford 7/21/2022 Birdie Foreman 64 Rockford 7/21/2022 Richard Millard 78 South Beloit 7/21/2022 Janet LaVelle 87 Rockford 7/21/2022 Pansy Witte 68 Rockford 7/21/2022 financials. John Wykes 50 Loves Park 7/21/2022 Valerie Buckley 55 Rockford 7/21/2022 VIRGO Judith Nichols 82 Rockford 7/21/2022 You’ll need to act. You’ll find the motiAnthony Tantiao 88 Rockford 7/21/2022 vation you need to improve your situa-Annetta Harris 63 Rockford 7/21/2022 tion and start again on a fresh, more Connie Schaibe 70 Rockford 7/21/2022 stimulating footing. You’ll experience Kathleen Venable 58 Rockford 7/22/2022 some form of a new beginning when Arthur Zacharias 32 Rockford 7/22/2022 you’re bold enough to step out of your Charles Burger 89 Rockford 7/22/2022 comfort zone. Richard Rodriguez 91 South Beloit LIBRA It’s imperative to think before you act. The more essential your projects are, the more thought you’ll need to devote to them. Once you get moving, the elements you need to move forward will fall into place. SCORPIO You’ll participate in a unifying event, possibly political in nature. At the very least, you’ll find you get further faster when you’re on a team. A friend will be 7/22/2022 Lillie Mims 87 Rockford 7/22/2022 Jacqueline Knecht 63 Rockford 7/22/2022 Carole Vuttera 70 Rockford 7/22/2022 Debra Malone 66 Rockford 7/22/2022 Frank Kazimour 76 Rockford 7/22/2022 Arlene Siehoff 93 Rockford 7/23/2022 Amanda Garrison 47 Loves Park 7/23/2022 Ashley Smith 32 Cherry Valley 7/23/2022 Ashley Hardin 38 Roscoe 7/23/2022 Michael Marx 54 Rockford 7/23/2022 James Myers 49 Rockford 7/23/2022 Daniel Somers 54 Rockford 7/23/2022 38. Chow down 40. Game official, for short 41. Inflammation of iris 44. Capital of Senegal demanding, and you won’t be able to Patricia Vanlandshoot 75 Machesney Park 46. Footstuffs merchant 7/24/2022 refuse them anything. 48. North face, e.g. SAGITTARIUS You’ll use the summer to undertake a new project or redefine your career. You’ll find yourself in an excellent position to start your own business. This is a time of considerable achievement. CAPRICORN If you haven’t planned your summer vacation already, you’ll need to get a move on. The more time you spend planning, the better it’ll be. You’ll make Bernice Pauers 94 Rockford 7/24/2022 Theodore Hager 87 Rockford 7/24/2022 James Jeter 44 Rockford 7/24/2022 Patricia Quest 66 Machesney Park 7/24/2022 Sylvia Wall 79 Roscoe 7/25/2022 Kiara Howard 32 Rockford 7/25/2022 Josephine Bell 70 Cherry Valley 7/25/2022 Robert Fischer 77 Rockford 7/25/2022 Bridget Namiotka 32 Rockford 7/25/2022 49. Intensely dislikes 50. Architectural drawing 51. Prefers 52. *Neil Simon’s “The Sunshine Boys,” e.g. 53. *”Interview with the Vampire” author 54. Kate Winslet as ____ of Easttown 55. *”____ Train” some lovely discoveries and have lots 56. *”Thrilla in Manila” of fun. winner AQUARIUS You may run the gamut of emotions and realize you need to make some significant changes around you. Time for moving; if you’re prone to nostalgia, you may find you have tears in your eyes. PISCES In some situations, possibly at work or in a more personal aspect of your life, you’ll finally manage to get along with the people concerned. Financially, you’re in an excellent position to apply for a loan or finalize an agreement. Death notices are provided by the Winnebago County Coroner’s office.

ARIES

Are you going through a professional change? Training will suit you perfectly and guide you towards a more prestigious career. It’ll help you realize a big dream; you won’t miss out on this opportunity.

TAURUS

It’s a good week for vacation. You need to get away and enjoy a change of scenery. You may even learn a new language, especially if you intend to travel or live elsewhere.

ARIES

Your body may be on the job, but your heart will want to party. A promotion announced at work should provoke some demonstration of your joy. Vacation is meant for fun; try to enjoy it.

TAURUS

You’ll have lots to get done while dealing with some confusion. Take a few moments of reflection before springing into action. You’ll refill on imagination and be able to create a true masterpiece.

GEMINI

You’ll need to clear out some strong emotions. You may be inclined to isolate yourself. Luckily, your friends will know how to cheer you up when you’re down.

GEMINI

You have a great entourage, but you’ll inevitably have to raise your voice to be heard. You may feel some fatigue after that, so be sure to get some rest. You may need to rely on hindsight this week.

CANCER

If you feel any slight discomfort, consult a doctor. Your ability to read people will enable you to create a sense of harmony around you. The atmosphere at work will significantly improve thanks to your protective or nurturing side.

LEO

There’ll be many details to attend to on the job or a confusing situation needing your urgent attention before you go on vacation. Be on the lookout for swimming-related infections. If you’re single, you’ll be preoccupied with dating.

VIRGO

You’ll get some pleasure from movies and shows and may even find yourself in a starring role. You’ll demonstrate your creativity by highlighting yourself in this way.

CANCER

You’ll find yourself with a host of responsibilities on your hands, and time will be scarce. Even on vacation, you’ll need to use a diary to coordinate the activities you want to do.

LEO

You’ll take a spontaneous vacation. You’ll find the pleasure you’re looking for. You may consider the idea of going back to school to launch a new, more stimulating career.

VIRGO

You’ll be emotional, which signals that you need to make a change. After some effort and a big clean-up, you’ll find your smile again. It’s all a matter of simply getting your priorities back in line.

LIBRA

LIBRA

You’ll need to make some trips for various reasons, even if you’d prefer to relax at home. Your family will need your help, and you can’t refuse them anything. SCORPIO If you must speak about something, you’ll need to prepare. An improvised speech won’t live up to your expectations. Delicacy and diplomacy will enable you to resolve a conflict. SAGITTARIUS You’ll feel like you’re walking on eggshells with some people. You’ll need tact and sensitivity to avoid offending someone. You may also face an unexpected expense. CAPRICORN You may need the help of a few good vitamins to marshal your energy. You’ll have a lot of ideas and won’t know where to start. Luckily, this state of confusion won’t last long. AQUARIUS You’ll show a strong tendency to burn the candle at both ends. A few people are sure to need you; you’ll give body and soul for them, even if your energy is lacking. PISCES Responsibilities will impose themselves upon you, and it won’t always be clear what you should do. To avoid confusion and discord, even at home, you’ll need to determine who does what. Be patient with your loved ones.

You’ll be well equipped to negotiate in both business and personal matters. Don’t refrain from shopping; you’ll find some true treasures at ridiculous prices. You’ll also be able to resolve a conflict. SCORPIO You’ll have a hectic week both at work and at home. Vacation or not, there’ll be numerous details to consider and adjust to satisfy everyone. You’ll need to keep an eye on every detail. SAGITTARIUS You’ll feel a sense of ease when all eyes are on you. If you open your mouth, people will hang on to your every word; don’t leave anything out. There’s a lot to be proud of. CAPRICORN You’ll spend part of the week at home. You’ll get several tasks done to improve your environment and quality of life. You’ll welcome a family member into your home. AQUARIUS You’ll travel some distance to be with your family. You’ll give yourself a vacation in line with your expectations without sparing any expense. PISCES Despite sending out numerous invitations to take part in an activity, you’ll find responses are slow in coming. Everyone will show up in the end. The summer may inspire you to consider a whole new career. Horoscope THE LUCKIEST SIGNS THIS WEEK: LEO, VIRGO AND LIBRA

ARIES

A family story may demand all your attention, but your focus may just be on decorating the home. On vacation, you’ll find happiness through the comforts of home and the company of family members.

TAURUS

You’re a real chatterbox. Even if you’re alone, the phone and social media will keep you in the loop on specific topics. There’ll be many trips, and you’ll demonstrate great curiosity.

GEMINI

Your financial situation will make you anxious, but it’ll motivate you to improve your lot. You should succeed in collecting the funds you need to realize one of your biggest dreams, or at least to settle some debts.

CANCER

You’ll have the inspiration to take a new direction in life and the determination to achieve significant transformations. You’ll also aspire to start anew or finish a project.

LEO

You’ll find yourself surrounded by a large crowd and need to rest later. If you’re on vacation, you’ll prefer relaxing or passive activities like visiting the museum or taking a walk in nature.

VIRGO

You’ll bring all your people together. You’ll organize an event that surprises more than one person. You’ll expand your circle of friends, and your social networks may put the focus on you in some way.

LIBRA

You’ll take a spontaneous leap into the unknown. You may also give more serious thought to going back to school or starting a whole new career that more closely aligns with your values.

SCORPIO

You’ll make several changes to improve your inner well-being. You may consider adopting a more spiritual way of life. A pilgrimage will enable you to go deep with your soul.

SAGITTARIUS

Your credit card will take a beating while you’re on vacation. You’ll worry about your financial situation but will continue to indulge for a while before coming to your senses.

CAPRICORN

Wait until vacation is over before making a big decision. Take the time to weigh out the pros and cons; otherwise, the stress and pressure may cause you to make bad choices.

AQUARIUS

There’ll be many small things to do and many details to consider, both at home and at work. You may need to do a deep clean to clear your mind.

PISCES

You’ll take pleasure in attending shows and special artistic events while on holiday. You may put on a show of your own and receive a healthy round of applause.