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Leroy Palmer 72
Passed away peacefully Thursday June 13, 2013 at Neighbors Nursing Home.
Born March 9, 1941 in Walnut Ridge AR; son of Louis and Bertha Palmer.
The family moved to Rockford in the late 40's where Leroy grew up, joined the US Marine Corp, and met Winona Nutter. They married in 1961. They moved to Stillman Valley in 1972 to raise their 3 children.
After his discharge from the Marine Corp, Leroy and Wendy came to settle in the
Rockford area. Leroy worked as a machinist for Rockford Machine and Tool and later Sundstrand. Along with has brother Clifford, Leroy became a General Contractor and started their company, Rock Valley Builders. Later in life, Leroy came to be a commercial fisherman along the Pecatonica River and in 2006, fulfilled his goal of visiting all 50 states. Leroy was an avid hunter and fisherman and was a long time member of the SM & SF Club where he enjoyed their park and the camaraderie of the members. His most treasured time was to spend time with his grandchildren. Survivors include: sons, Christopher (Elizabeth), of Rockford Il and Dirk (Angie) of Stillman Valley Il; daughter, Holli (Doug) Connell of Rockford Il; grandchildren, Torin and Cassady Palmer; brother Bill (Barb) Palmer of Stillman Valley IL; brother Larry (Sheila) Palmer of Stillman Valley IL; brother Robert Palmer of CA. Predeceased by his parents and 10 brothers and sisters.
A memorial service is set for 11am Saturday July 6 at the SM & SF Park at 7625 Kishwaukee Road. All family and friends are invited to attend and a luncheon to follow immediately.
The family expresses their deepest gratitude towards Leroy's nephew, Dennis Palmer, his nurses, Lisa and Lydia and the staff at Neighbors for all the care and attention Leroy received.
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