Mitchell Gregory Gianesin

ROCKFORD – Mitchell Gregory Gianesin, age 64, of Rockford passed away Thursday July 25, 2019. Born in Rockford to Louis Antonio & Laura Lee Gianesin (Piner). A proud Union Pipe-fitter, Mitchell enjoyed history, sitting down with a good book and spending time with his children & grandchildren. Beloved father, grandfather, brother and dear friend; he will remain in our hearts forever.

He is survived by his children, Melinda (Wayne) Sanders, Erica (fiancé Del Clover) Gianesin and Don Gianesin; grandchildren, Justyce, Michael & Savannah Allison, Alabama Gianesin, Alicen Sander and Dustin & Dustiny Sanders; siblings, Kathleen (James) Devenney and Daniel (Susan) Gianesin; niece & nephew, Caroline (David) Sutter and Nicholas Gianesin. He is predeceased by his parents; and granddaughter, Elizabeth Grace.

Memorial Mass held Saturday August 3, 2019 at 11:00 AM at St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church, 1010 Ferguson St., Rockford, with visitation from 10:00 AM until the time of Mass at 11:00 AM. Cremation rites accorded. Christenson Funeral Home is assisting with arrangements. In lieu of flowers memorials to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 www.stjude.org

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