Joe F. Dover, 62, of Loves Park, IL, passed away suddenly Thursday morning, September 23, 2021 after a long illness. He was born November 27, 1958 in Rockford, IL. Joe worked in the Pipefitters Union, Local 23. He lived for fishing and loved going all summer long. He adored his dog, Bailey. Joe enjoyed bowling. He was a very strong-willed man with a great sense of humor. Joe will be remembered making memories and laughing with his family.
Joe is loved and missed by his children, Eric Dover and Jessica (Holden) Axelson; step-daughter, Nikki (Brendon) McGuire; grandchildren, Kylie, Camden and Leila Dover; mother, Sally Bush; sister, Deborah Dover; brother-in-law, Mark Carter; nephew, Mark David Carter; special buddies, Johnny Rogers and Adam Carr. He was preceded in death by his father, Clarence Dover, love of his life, Donna Ratzlaff and sister, Sherry Carter.
A celebration of Joe’s life will take place Saturday, October 16, 2021 from 2:00-6:00 p.m. at Atwood Homestead County Forest Preserve, 8990 Old River Road, Rockford, IL 61103 at the Old Settlers Shelter House.
