Jerome Carl Anderson

ROCKFORD – Jerome Carl Anderson, age 60, life-long resident of Rockford passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Sunday January 7, 2018. Born in Rockford on October 17, 1957 to Carl Arthur & Betty Audrey Anderson (Lee). Jerome had a passion for life and loved all things music, playing guitar and spending time in the surf on sunny California beaches. A proud Cubs & Bears fan, beloved father, dear son and best brother; he will remain in our hearts forever.

He is survived by his daughter, Kelly (John Passero) Anderson; mother Betty A. Anderson; siblings, Ronald (Peggy Johnson) Anderson, Rebecca (late Dave) Conley and Curtis (Traci) Anderson; niece, Megan Colvin; mother of his daughter, Anna Vitiello; dear friend, Brian Stobart; numerous aunts & uncles and cousins; puppy, Bella; and Freddy the cat. He is predeceased by his father, Carl Arthur Anderson; and brother-in-law, David Conley.

Celebration of Life Memorial held Thursday January 11, 2018 at 6:30 pm at the Christenson Funeral Home, 925 3rd Avenue, with visitation from 5:30 pm until the time of services at 6:30 pm. Cremation rites accorded. Memorials to the family.

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