Rockford-area official dies after brief illness

Rockford Register Star
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Machesney Park Village Clerk, Robbin Snodgrass, has died.
Machesney Park Village Clerk, Robbin Snodgrass, has died.

The Machesney Park Village Clerk has died, according to the village.

Robbin Snodgrass died Tuesday following a brief illness, the village announced Wednesday.

Prior to serving as Village Clerk, Snodgrass served two terms as a Village Trustee in District 1 from 2005-2009 and 2013-2017.

The Village of Machesney Park said in a statement that Snodgrass was committed to excellence and professional development as an active member of the Northwestern Illinois Municipal Clerk's Association (NIMCA) where she served as Vice President.

“Robbin's passing is a tremendous loss for the Village of Machesney Park. During this time of mourning, we honor Robbin for her unwavering dedication to our community,” said Mayor Steve Johnson.

Before her time as an elected official, Snodgrass championed community service working for Rock Valley College and the Rockford Rescue Mission.

Snodgrass leaves behind a husband, two children and two grandchildren.

Information regarding a memorial service will be provided on the village’s website as it becomes available.

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