George C. Koeninger

George Clarence Koeninger, 84, of Rockford, passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by his loving family. Born December 14, 1933 in Tomah, WI son of Clarence and Augusta “Gusty” Koeninger. Graduated from Tomah High School. Veteran of the United States Air Force having served two terms during the Korean War. Residing in the Rockford area for the last 60 years coming from Wisconsin. Employed by Cotta Transmission as an Inspector for 40 years retiring in 1995. Member of the Lutheran Faith having attended various church’s in the Rockford area. United in marriage to Mary Hensley on October 4, 1992 in the Winnebago Courthouse. Member of the Moose Club and the VFW Club. George had a fondness for camping and being outside. Loved going to the Casinos and playing slot machines and Bingo. Loved listening to country western music.

Survived by his loving wife of 25 years, Mary; sons from his first marriage, Dan (Joan) Koeninger, Ralph (Robyn) Koeninger, Steve (Tracy) Koeninger; Mary’s children, Tony (Jackie) Shields, Tom (Sarah) Shields, Bobby (Angela) Bowersock, Dixie Hackler, Patricia Duncan; grandchildren Joe (Melissa Harding) Koeninger, David (Linsey) Dailing, Angela Koeninger (Rob Dahlmeier), Kaitlynn Koeninger (Jacob Hargraves), Jeremy Bowers, Tanya Shelton; great-grandchildren, Carter Dahlmeier, Connor Husolo, Madilyn Koeninger, Kadence Dailing, Logan Dailing, Jaxyn Dailing, Brianna Shelton, Jocina Shelton, Keena Shelton, soon to arrive: Lincoln Koeninger; brother, Gordon (Darlene) Koeninger several more grandchildren and great-grandchildren from Mary’s side of the family; nieces and nephews; special pets, Queeny and Baby. Predeceased by his parents; brother, Leonard (Iona) Koeninger.

Celebration of Life Funeral Service at 2 p.m. on Saturday, September 8 at Sunset Funeral Home, 8800 N. Alpine Rd, Machesney Park. Chaplain Mark Maxted will be officiating the service. Visitation at 12:30 p.m. until time of service. Burial will follow full Military Honors in Sunset Memorial Gardens. To share a condolence visit www.sunsetfhmemgardens.com