Eddy Joanne Freberg

Eddy Joann Freberg Holland, 51, of Rockford went to heaven to be with her Dad and Sister after a long illness and is now pain free and enjoying paradise on Wednesday, March 3, 2021. Born September 30, 1969 in Rockford. Daughter of Edmund and Bonnie (Constant) Freberg. Eddy Jo was an LPN who worked for a time at various local nursing homes like Amberwood as well as time at Swedish American and OSF St Anthony Hospital. Eddy Jo was a wonderful caregiver who was passionate about caring for the elderly. She was forgiving, understanding and would do anything for anybody. Eddy Jo found enjoyment in shopping, fishing and relaxing at the Lake Louise house and coloring by number. She was a lover of animals.

Survived by her loving husband, Ivory Holland; children, Ebony Fricks, Eric Holland, Ashley Holland; grandchildren, Jazmyn Fricks, Carrie Holland, Zavion Wright, Zaylor Wright; great-grandchild, Ja’Zshon; mother, Bonnie Freberg; sister, Deanna Arlow; nieces, Megan (Matthew) Law, Danielle (Larry) Hanley; nephews, Joseph Amsbaugh, Lee Arlow; great nieces and nephews, Bailey, Kyla, Alyssa, Tyler, Autumn, Emily, Jaden, Jazlyn; special friend like a sister, Tracy Motley; special dogs, Bruno and Maggie Sue. Predeceased by her father, Edmund P. Freberg; sister, Kathleen Addams; special dog, Polly.

Celebration of Life Funeral Service at 2 p.m. on Friday March 19 at Sunset Funeral Home, 8800 N. Alpine Rd, Machesney Park. Visitation at 1 p.m. until time of service. Burial following in Sunset Memorial Gardens. To share a condolence or memory, www.sunsetfhmemgardens.com