Dianne “Dee Dee” Lynn Faherty, 72, of Loves Park, passed away Wednesday, June 16, 2021. She was born May 4, 1949 in Rockford to James and Alice Sturtevant. She married the love of her life, Michael Faherty, on June 21, 1967. Dianne was a deeply devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and friend. She was employed for a number of years employed at Quaker Oats and UDL laboratories and several other companies. Camping was always a special time for Dianne, she loved to travel. When she retired, Dianne and Mike devoted several months to tour state and national parks and spend time sight-seeing. She enjoyed her time in the yard and admired the flowers, birds, and butterflies. But above all, Dianne loved her family. Anything involving time with her grandchildren brought her great happiness. She was lovingly known as “Honey” by her great grandchildren. The holidays were special for Dianne, as it meant time with her family. She followed her mother’s tradition to make breakfast for the whole family every Christmas morning. She will be deeply missed.
She is survived by her husband; Michael Faherty, children; Tonya (Tim) Redler, Shannon (Rob) Cardot, and Michael (Julie) Faherty Jr. She was the best grandma to 8 grandchildren; Justin (Taylor) Redler, Jeremy (Whitney) Redler, Devin (Tyler) Cardot, Hunter Cardot, Karsen Cardot, Morgan Faherty, Abbie Haley, and Tailor Gable, “Honey” to 3 great grandchildren; Tinley Krimmel, Trent Redler, and Royce Schultz. She is also survived by her siblings; Kendall (Debi) Sturtevant, James (Brenda) Sturtevant, and Bridgette (Darren) Tinjum, as well as numerous extended family members. A special thanks to OSF Hospice for care in her final days. She was truly grateful for Wendy and Jana.
She is predeceased by her mother; Alice Sturtevant-Siepp, father; James Sturtevant, step father; Bill Siepp, sister; Deborah Whitman, as well as extended family members and special friends.
A funeral service for Dianne is scheduled for Sunday, June 27, at 2pm at Advantage Funeral Home. Located at 7000 W. State St. Rockford IL. A visitation will be held at 12pm until the time of service. In lieu of flowers enjoy a day with your family, as it is what Dianne wished.
"Love you whole bunch!"
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