Hazel A. Kearbey

ROCKFORD – Hazel A. Kearbey, age 94, of Rockford passed away peacefully Wednesday August 3, 2022. Born in Chloride, MO (Iron County) on January 23, 1928 to Albert & Anna Irene Francis (Rumberg). Hazel worked for many years at Atwood Vacuum Machine Co. and Tote Cart Company in Rockford. Beloved mother, grandmother and dear friend; she will remain forever in our hearts.

She is survived by children, Wilma Francis of Rockford, IL and James Kearbey (Debbie Zegunis) of Machesney Park, IL; grandchildren, Richard (Cindy) Francis of Wisconsin Rapids, WI, Roger (Missy) Francis of Wisconsin, Sharon Martinez of Rockford, IL, Jason (April) Kearbey of Belvidere, IL and Megan Houghton (Rich Silvers) of Roscoe, IL; great grandchildren; Christopher (Annell) Francis, Brooke Rebold, Heather (Branden) Francis, Kenneth Francis, Roger (Megan) Francis II, Leanna (Jaime) Fiedler, Lexie Kearbey, Tanner Houghton and Griffin Houghton; many great great grandchildren; sister-in-law, Phyllis Francis of Monroe Center, IL; and numerous nieces & nephews. She is predeceased by husband, Clarence N. Kearbey; sons, Billy E. Francis and Kenneth R. Francis; siblings, Willis, Wilburn, Charles, Everett, Arthur, Chester, Lawrence, Benjamin, Juanita and Ester; and her parents.

Funeral Services held Thursday August 11, 2022 at 5:00 pm at the Christenson Funeral Home, 925 3rd Ave., Rockford, with visitation from 3:00 pm until time of service at 5:00 pm. Cremation rites accorded. Memorials to the family.

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