2 Convenient Locations: 8631 11th St., Davis Junction, IL 815-874-9634 102 Orth Road, Loves Park, IL 815-885-1765 Open 7 Days a Week 435870 Family owned, locally grown! • Large Selection of Annuals, Perennials and Hanging Baskets • 4 Varieties of Mulch • Pansy 6-Packs SPRING IS HERE! PRSRT STD U.S. Postage Paid Rock Valley Publishing **ecrwss Postal Customer The Shopper Published by ROCK VALLEY PUBLISHING LLC 7124 Windsor Lake Pkwy, Suite 5 • Loves Park, IL 61111 • 815.654.4850 VOL. 24 • ISSUE 17 FREE THURSDAY, APRIL 13, 2023 435197 2022 We treat EVERY customer like FAMILY. 435640 SALE 435649 SOFAS AND LOVE SEATSENTERTAINMENT CENTERS RECLINERS MATTRESSES DINING ROOM SETS KITCHEN APPLIANCES BEDROOM SETS Furniture & Appliance Store starting as low as $54995 Over 50 to choose from! starting as low as $46995 Over 40 to choose from! starting as low as $47995 Over 25 to choose from! All Therapedic & Serta Sets are on Sale! & TV Stands Over 40 to choose from including $23995 shown here 4 piece sets starting as low as $69995 shown here Over 25 to choose from including $26995 shown here Perdue 1443 Kith 342 Ashley A3000048 ROCKERS, GLIDERS & OCCASIONAL CHAIRS All Appliances on Sale Short & Term Financing is Available STOREWIDE SAVINGS on top brands including: ASHLEY • ALLWOOD • BEST CHAIR • BEST CRAFT FLEXSTEEL • PERDUE • KITH • ULTRA COMFORT MEGA MOTION • PRIMO • URBAN STYLES • AND MUCH MORE! PLUS! DON’T MISS! BLUE TAG Discounts, REDTAG Last Chance Markdowns and 5-10% additional discount on select furniture items! 20 E. Stephenson St., Historic Downtown Freeport 815-235-4911 • ritewayfreeport.com Mon-Fri 9am - 5pm, Saturday 9am - 4pm • Individual, private apartments with kitchenettes & walk-in showers • Patio access • Full dining services • Housekeeping & laundry service • Emergency call system • 24 hour a day in-house caregivers • Social & recreational programs • Access to rehabilitation services Prairie View Offers: Welcome Home! Call 815-335-1800 500 East McNair Rd. • Winnebago, IL Open HOuse: Thursday, April 27 • 3 - 6 p.m. Tour and enjoy appetizers Saturday, April 29 • 9 a.m. - noon Tour and enjoy therapy dogs Britta and Butch 435681 CAPTAIN PERCY DARVILLE - Winner of the Prestigious 2007 Cacique Award Master Fisherman & Guide to Celebrities & Dignitaries PERCY BONEFISH OUR DOORS ARE OPEN - CALL NOW! **TRIPS START AT $700.00 PER DAY** Contact Percy (Before 7am or After 7pm Only) 242-464-4149 or 242-367-8119 or 561-594-7929 (All Payments to Percy Darville) fivehearts2@gmail.com 5530 N/W 21st Terrace, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33309 433902
Saturday, aPrIL 22 • 9 a.M. SCHRADERS’ SPRING CONSIGNMENT 5995 IL 75 E. • dakota, IL
Sale order: tools & small items, fencing, auto, hay, field equip.
EarLy LIStINGS! EquIP.: 1939 JD A, new rubber; 1947 W 9; 125 Gehl mixer mill, gd; JD 7000 4 r planter, gd; NH 479 haybine; 20’ IH C disc; Woods 7’ mower, like new; Woods 6’ rotary mower; Woods 8’ 3pt blade; small wheel rake; Easy Trail 872 gear with 22’ rack with 3” plank floor; Gehl 6’ wheel rake; JD 7200 planter parts; 18’ rack with new oak bed, new tires; 2 JD #5 sickle mowers; 3pt 4 row cult; 200 bu. gravity seed wagon with brush auger; loader off of 560 IH; 3pt spear off JD 6400 loader; 214 10’ Woods mower; pr 15.5x38 tires; 1 15.5x38 on rim; 8”x31’ hydraulic grain auger, NI Spreader and 9’ disc.
autOMOtIVE: ‘93 Ford F-150 4x4 with topper.
traILErS: Davis Welding 20’ flatbed trailer with tilt; Kiefer 16’ cattle trailer.
LIVEStOCK EquIP.: catch head gate; chicken nests & feeders; gates; fencing.
tOOLS: Echo 670 24” chainsaw; Craftsman 3/4” drive socket set; air compressor.
MISC.: 30 animal leg traps; lrg picnic table; 400x70 R 24 tire; tin; Troy-Bilt tiller; mowers; vintage army cart.
Hay: 100 small sq bales, 1st and 3rd cr. List subject to change. Always more by sale day! No guns or household goods. Not responsible for accidents.
815-449-2215 • ron Schrader 440000453 - david Schrader 441001020
VERY LARGE PUBLIC AUCTION
SATURDAY, APRIL 15 • RUNNING TWO RINGS!
Lunch by: Moni • 9 A.M. • Comfort Station Available
LOCATION: Boone Co. Fairgrounds, 8847 IL Rt. 76, 1 mi. north of Belvidere. Must use Gate 4 to enter the grounds. COINS, GUNS, ANTIQUES, COLLECTIBLES, SWORDS, BAYONETS, THROWING STARS, SPORT CARDS (SOME SIGNED), VINTAGE BOAT MOTORS, FISHING TACKLE, LURES, RODS, REELS, HOUSEHOLD, YARD, TOOLS AND MISC. GUNS TO BE SOLD AT 11 A.M. SHARP! ALL ILLINOIS GUN LAWS APPLY. PAPERWORK TO BE HANDLED BY JROC GUNS OF BELVIDERE. OWNERS: C. Berger, B. Backe, M. Edwards, G. Gesner, P. Ramsey, N. Clay, B. Hart, S. Zahurones, S. Jones, G. Mlsna, and the E. Gustafson estate.
LEE AUCTION SERVICE
Belvidere, IL 61008 - Cell # 815-988-0249
AUCTIONEER: LYLE LEE, IL State License #440.000200 / WI #2863-52 CLERKS & CASHIERS: LEE AUCTION SERVICE Visit our website at www.leeauctionservice.com for terms and check out AuctionLook.com or AuctionZip.com for pictures and more information.
Household Furnishings; Bedroom Sets; Stoneware; Primitives; Firearms; Jewelry; Advertising; Lawn & Garden; Tillers; Mowers & Simplicity Prestige 27HP Lawn Tractors; Tools & Equipment; More!
‘Dolan Trust
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80-Acre Farm, Home
& Buildings
SUNDAY, APRIL 23 – 1 P.M.
7464 Blomberg Rd., Cherry Valley, IL 61016
Featuring 80-Acre Farm to be Sold in (2) Parcels.
Auction’
Cherry Valley Twp. - Part of Section 23. Auction Conducted Live On-Site.
Parcel 1: 75 Acres +/- Of Good High Producing Farmland. Nearly All Tillable. Major Soil Types:
223 B Varna, 293A Andres, 152A Drummer, 102A La Hogue. Soil PI: 122.8
Parcel 2: Nice 2-Story, 5-Bedroom Country Home, Large Metal Storage Building & Acreage. Great Location & Opportunity.
Please Log-On for Complete Listings for Both Days!
Hack’s Auction & Realty Service, Inc.
Greg & Swan Hachmeister, Auctioneers www.hacksauction.com
Pecatonica, IL 815-239-1436
I.A.F.L. #444.000128
435884
LOCATION: North of German Valley, IL on Bunker Hill Rd., 1 ½ miles to farm.
ANTIQUES – COLLECTIBLES-HOUSEHOLD: Mobile Gasoline Pump, restored; Automobile Adver.
Signs: Shell, NAPA, etc; R.R. Steam Engine Headlight; Polarine Adver. Tin; C. I. Pot Belly Stove; Porcelain Wood Stove with Isen Glass; C.I. green & cream Wood Cook stove; Milk Cans & Cart; Dr. Pepper-7Up Pop Machine 50 cents; Stoneware & Jugs; 2 Treadle Sew Machines; East Lake Desk Top; Oak Dresser & Mirror; Old Lanterns; Enamel Salt Keeper; Chalk ware; Civil War Pictures; Hoosier Jars; Carpenter Tool Chest with old Tools; Old Iron Wrenches; Butter Churn; Old Kitchen Table with Chair; Wicker Love Seat & 3 Chairs; Manus Brothers Desk; Child’s Kitchen Cabinet; Grandfather Clock; Kerosene Lamp & Hanger; Stereoscope with cards; Printers Box; Brass Bird Cage; Lg. Assort. Of Architectural Salvagewood trim; Chicken Nests; Brooder Stove; Waters & Feeders for Poultry; Chicken Crate; Frame for old Canadian Horse Buggy with wood wheels, Brass name plate: JB Gagnon Voiturier Ste Marguerite; 20+ old model Car Kits with boxes; Banks; Semi Trucks; Lots NAPA adver. items. LAWN & GARDEN –
AUTO SHOP ITEMS: JD 755 Compact Utility Tractor with 70” Loader, 60” Mower Deck, 4x4, low hrs, like new; Sm. 3 pt. Blade, fits JD 755; JD X738 4x4 Lawn Tractor with 60” deck; JD GT 235 with 54” deck, excellent cond; Ceramic Outdoor Lumber & Posts; Pull behind Yard Sprayer; Sm. Elec. Furnace; LP Furnace; 10’ Light Siding Brake; 4 Steel Storage Cabinets, all sizes; C.I. Air Compressor, Manus Brothers German Valley; Lots Misc. Barn Boards; 6’ Shelving Units; Sun Distributor Machine; Sun Engine ANALYZER; Snap-on ANALYZER; 2002 Pontiac 3.11 Engine; Lots Lawn & Garden Tools; E-Bike; Vacc System for Shop. MODERN HOUSEHOLD: Pots & Pans; Record Albums 60, 70, 80; Recliner; New Mission Queen Size Bed Frame; Side-by-Side Refrigerator; Upright Freezer; Coffee & End Tables; Arts & Crafts; Tammy & Pepper Dolls; Picture Frames; Plus more. NOTE: Large sale-at least 5 hayracks full of merchandise, many items not yet listed. Items are very clean and well maintained. LUNCH STAND:
Page 2 THE SHOPPER Thursday, April 13, 2023 We Offer: Accounting & Tax Service Business - Individual - Partnership EXTENDED HOURS DURING TAX SEASON CALL 815-234-8100 for an appointment 137 W. Walnut , Suite #1 Byron, IL 61010 Jeanette Heesaker CPA 392743 392180 PECATONICA PHARMACY Complete Prescription Service Most Insurance Plans Accepted Hours: Monday-Friday 9-6 Saturday 9-1 239-1200 413 Main St. Pecatonica, IL PECATONICA PHARMACY Complete Prescription Service Most Insurance Plans Accepted Hours: Mon.-Fri. 9am-6pm Sat. 9am-1pm 815-239-1200 413 Main St. Pecatonica, IL 800-373-5550 • ClearyBuilding.com Featuring: Farm, Horse, Homes & Cabins, Commercial, Suburban, Unique Get started at ClearyBuilding.com • Explore building designs from simple to spectacular • Financing available • Proven reliability since 1978 • Debt-free, your money is safe • Customized, in-house Engineering and manufacturing to suit your needs Custom Designed & Value Engineered Oregon, IL 815-732-9101 435195 220 E. Exchange St., Freeport, IL 815-232-2525 Price subject to change without notice. Groeling Salvage 40¢ PER POUND 429553 423040 EPOXY FLOORING Now fully certified in epoxy floors! CALL FOR DETAILS! AUCTION DEADLINE IS NOON FRIDAY!!! Contact Rhonda Marshall at rmarshall@rvpublishing.com for information on advertising. Check out these !!!AUCTIONS!!! LIVE ON-SITE AUCTION ‘Thomas ‘Pat’ Dolan Trust Two-Day Auction’ ‘Tractors, Tools, Equipment, Collector’s Auction’ SATURDAY, APRIL 22 – 10 A.M. 7464 Blomberg Rd., Cherry Valley, IL 61016 Day One! Large Auction Featuring International & Ford Farm Tractors & Machinery; Implements; Huge Amount of Shop Tools & Equipment; Compressors-Welders-Torch Sets; Vehicles; Trailers; IH 184 Lawn Tractors & Riding Mowers; Lumber & Building Material; Salvage Iron; Farm Primitives; Antiques & Collectibles; 2009 Ford F-150 XLT Ext. Cab Pickup Truck; Much More! ‘Antique, Household, Estate Auction’ SUNDAY, APRIL 23 – 10 A.M. Day Two! Featuring Antiques & Collectibles; Mid-Century Lighting; Appliances; Furniture;
Lunch Box. TERMS:
picture
to register. 435368
AUCTION
& Beth Manus •
or 815-238-5577
APRIL 22 • 9:30 A.M. 4573 S. Bunker Hill Rd., German Valley, IL
website for many pictures: proauctionsllc.com RICK GARNHART, AUCTIONEER • IL Lic: 440000901 WI Lic. #2844-52 • German Valley, IL • 815-238-3044 435882
Cash or check with
ID required
LARGE
Rick
815-997-7526
SATURDAY,
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Automobiles
2007 FORD FOCUS SES Clean, manual, one owner, all records. $3800 Call 815-248-9301
Automobiles Wanted TOP DOLLAR FOR YOUR FULL SIZE JUNK TRUCKS & SUV’s. Haul away 7 days a week. 262-758-1807
Campers and RVs
5TH WHEEL COUGAR CAMPER YEAR 2000, 28 ft. long, slide with new awnings. $7,000 or OBO. 847-946-7660
Farm Machinery
2017 JOHN DEERE 1025R With 120R loader, 54” AutoConnect mowing deck, ballast box. 50 hours. Great condition-always garaged. $18,500. Call 262-4928206
Motorcycles
02 HONDA 1100 SABER 34,000 miles. $2300. (414) 688-4008
2010 HARLEY DAVIDSON Heritage softail classic, 32k, metallic flake merlot color, $9500 firm. 815-947-2895.
92 HONDA 750 NIGHTHAWK 52,000 MILES. $1500. (414) 688-4008
Parts & Accessories
HONDA CIVIC SUN ROOF Air deflector. Brand new. Honda Brand. $25. Call 815-624-7214
HONDA CIVIC TRUNK Liner. Honda Brand. Brand new. $25. Call 815-624-7214
Trucks & Trailers
2005 FORD F150 STX 2 WD, 140,000 mi., 6 1/2’ bed, runs great, good tires, new exhaust. $5,000. Call 815-985-7202.
TRAILER: WOODEN FRAME
Spring time - time for moving! 11ft. 6in. long, 4ft. wide, 12in. deep. Made of 2x8 and 2x10 planking. 15” tires. $575. Pell Lake, WI. 262-279-3188.
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Page 4 THE SHOPPER Thursday, April 13, 2023 435701 1983 PAWLISCH DRIVE CHERRYVALE MALL 815-332-9445 RIGHT NEXT TO WATER TOWER M-F 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; Sat. 8 a.m.-3 p.m. 520 LOGAN AVENUE, BELVIDERE 3 BLOCKS EAST OF BELVIDERE PARK M-F 8:00-5:30; SAT. 8:00-3:00 815-544-4452 1610 ALPINE ROAD, ROCKFORD 1 BLOCK SOUTH OF COLONIAL VILLAGE M-F 8:00-5:30; SAT. 8:00-3:00 815-398-7867 5257 SWANSON ROAD, ROSCOE 2 MILES S. OF HONONEGAH ELEVATOR ON RT. 251 M-F 8:00-5:30; SAT. 8:00-3:00 815-637-4055 5302 N. 2ND, LOVES PARK ACROSS FROM POPEYE’S M-F 8:00-5:30; SAT. 8:00-3:00 815-282-1177 WWW.FFTIREWORLD.COM OIL CHANGE SERVICE Standard $3199 Full Synthetic $6999 Ask about a FREE TIRE ROTATION! • Most vehicles • Install new oil filter • Refill up to 5 quarts motor oil (Additional quarts extra) • Lubricate chassis (if applicable) • $3.00 disposal fee $25 OFF Must present coupon at time of service. Not valid with any other offer or tires. Expires 4/20/2023 Must present coupon at time of service. Not valid with any other offer or tires. Expires 4/20/2023 $40 OFF $10 OFF Most Vehicles Must present coupon at time of service. Not valid with any other coupon or discount. See store for details. Expires 4/20/2023 Now Available ALIGNMENT SPECIAL SHOCKS OR STRUTS ROTATE & BALANCE May not be combined with any other offer or coupon. Some services not available at all locations. Must redeem at time of purchase. Offer expires 4/20/2023 $20 OFF ANY SET OF 4 SHOCKS OR STRUTS Installed in store recommended. 50,000 Miles $10 OFF INCLUDES: Inflate tires to proper pressure • Computer spin balance all 4 wheels • Includes 4-tire rotation • Mag wheels and some trucks extra • TPMS service extra May not be combined with any other offer or coupon. Some services not available at all locations. Must redeem at time of purchase. Offer expires 4/20/2023 STORE SPECIAL THE WORKS • OFFER GOOD FOR MOST CARS • • MINI VANS – LIGHT TRUCKS UP TO 1/2 TON • • 3/4 – 1 TON TRUCKS – ADD $10 • • 5W20 – ADD $2 • With Coupon • • Not valid with any other offer • • Expires 4/20/2023 • 1) Lube, Oil Change & FILTER (up to 5 quarts of 10w30 Standard Motor Oil) 2) Check Fluid Levels & Top Off A: Coolant in Reserve Tank & Condition B: Power Steering Fluid & Condition C: Fill Wash Fluid (REAL Wash Fluid ) D: Transmission Fluid Level & Condition of Fluid E: Brake Fluid & Condition of Fluid 3) Inspect Belts & Hoses 4) Inspect Tires & Correct Air Pressure 5) Rotate Tires 6) Inspect Thickness of Brake Pads 7) Check Vehicle Charging System A: Test Output of Alternator B: Load Test The Battery C: Check Condition of Battery Connections $5995 Plus Disposal Fee & Sales Tax PASSENGER TIRES $40 OFF Any New Set of Four CS5 GRAND TOURING OR CS5 ULTRA TOURING TIRES NEED WORK ON YOUR VEHICLE BUT SHORT ON $$$$? YOUR LOW COST TIRE STORE May not be combined with any other offer or coupon. Some services not available at all locations. Must redeem at time of purchase. Offer expires 4/20/2023 0INTEREST FOR 100 DAYS APPROVAL UPTO $3,000! ANY SERVICE OF $150 OR MORE ANY SERVICE OF $250 OR MORE Must present coupon at time of service. Not valid with any other offer. Expires 4/20/23