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In Loving Memory
Kenneth D. Fell
2/17/1931 -
3/9/2010
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Kenneth ‘Ken’ Darrell Fell, 79, of Rockford, passed away on Tuesday, March 9 in SwedishAmerican Hospital surrounded by his loving family. Born on February 17, 1931 in Sycamore, IL; the son of Glenn and Mildred (Ferris) Fell. Ken served in the US Army as a corporal from 1951 – 1953 during the Korean Conflict. Married Ruth Ann Kingsbury on July 10, 1953 in Fort Riley, Kansas. He was a machinist in Rockford at Drop Forge and Greenlee Tool, retiring October 10, 1989. Ken was a member of Kishwaukee Presbyterian Church a lifetime member of VFW in Rochelle and American Legion in Stillman Valley. He was an avid fisherman and enjoyed woodworking. Ken was also an avid Cubs fan. Ken loved his children and said each of them was his #1.
Survivors include his wife, Ruth; children, Diane Harris of Montgomery, TX, Doug (Autumn) Fell of Rockford, Debra Morlen of Rockford, Dawn (Rick) Reed of Crowley, TX and Denise (Dan) Moser of Rockford; 13 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; sisters, Patricia (Bill) Byes of Stillman Valley, Elaine (Tom) Dyal of Lebanon, MO and Brenda (Andy) Anderson of Chetek, WI; numerous nieces and nephews; his parrot Chocko and parakeet, Penni. Predeceased by his parents; daughter, Darcy Jo; 6 brothers; 1 sister; son-in-law, Tom Harris and his little canine friend, Toby.
Visitation will be held from 5 – 7pm on Thursday, March 11, 2010 at Fitzgerald Funeral Home & Crematory, Mulford Chapel, 1860 S. Mulford Rd. Rockford, IL 61108. Graveside services will be private. To express condolences online, please visit www.fitzgeraldfh.com
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Online
Condolences
From:
diane harris
montgomery
Relationship:
daughter No. 1
Don't forget dad #1 daughter says I love You..like you always said, we are all no. 1.
Sent:
3/9/2010
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From:
Twyla Ottowitz
Roscoe
Relationship:
co-worker
Deb,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. You have great memories of your Dad that will always be a part of you.
Sent:
3/10/2010
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From:
Sharon & Mel Hendricks
Rockford
Relationship:
Neighbors for 30 years
We have not only lost a wonderful neighbor but a great
friend. He was a quiet man but
one we always admired because of his love for everyone. His
family was like gold to him.
He always talked about his not
wonderful but great children and grandchildren. He was so
devoted to them it is something
you rarely see. As soon as the
weather was good he was sitting
out on his swing and always said come over and sit awhile.
My husband and he sat many times on that swing or in a chair just being good buddies.
We will miss him so much and I
know Mel is already lost when he looks out the window as the
snow melts and the yard appears
to green our friend is not there but will always live in
our hearts and we will always
see him on that swing. He was
a quiet man but when he spoke
you always was amazed and what
he had to say. We know he is
in heaven and joining his family and especially his daughter who he missed so dearly. Ruth, remember we are
always here for you. Also all
of the kids and grandkids should be so proud of all the
good times you had with him and
remember he loved you all so
much. We love you all!
Sent:
3/11/2010
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From:
Heather Towle
Rockford
Relationship:
Granddaughter
I am so proud to be your granddaughter. I will forever cherish the memories, stories, songs, and life lessons that you shared with me. And I will miss you more than I can even express. Love always, Your Puddlejumper.
Sent:
3/11/2010
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From:
Josh Towle
Rockford
Relationship:
Grandson-in-law
I am truly blessed to be able to call you grandpa. You took me in as one of your family, and made me feel welcome. I will be forever grateful for the memories, stories, laughs, and life lessons I learned from you. Like... to always use Havoline oil, and only buy Michelin tires. Just to name a few. You were the most caring, giving, and humble man I have ever known. I will miss you greatly, but you will not be gone; because your stories and the memories will always live on in my home, and in my heart.
Sent:
3/11/2010
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