George A. Stauffer, 74, of Rockford, passed away surrounded by his loving family on Tuesday July 17, 2018. Born on September 15, 1943 in Freeport, IL. Son of Glen and Ruby (Farley) Stauffer. Veteran of the United States Air Force. United in marriage to Lela Louise (Ward) Winder on August 26, 1972 in Rockford. Started his career in sheet metal fabricating and after several years retiring from Ipsen International. Found great enjoyment in camping and family cook-outs. Anytime spent with family is where he wanted to be. George was a very soft spoken to the point kind of man.
Survived by his loving wife of 45 years, Lela; children, Rhonda Reyes, Bob Winder, Bill (Patty McMullin)Winder, Mike (Tina) Winder; grandchildren, George Martinez, Christopher Winder, Emily (Ryan) Tongue, Todd (Felicia) Winder, Misty Winder, Chelsi (Marc) McClintock, Michelle Winder; great-grandchildren, Gabby Martinez, Maddie Martinez, Zach Martinez, Anthony Martinez, Alley Winder, Mason Winder, Cameron Reilly, Jaxon Winder, Avason Winder, Julian Diaz, Maddox Tongue, Adrian Diaz, Braydon Winder, Aubrey Winder, Malaki Cotter, Levi Cotter, Kayden Cotter, Bella McClintock, Raelynn McClintock; sister, Janet (Chuck) Zannis; brother, Timmy Ussery; several nieces and nephews; Farm Family, Kimmy, Billy and Bev. Predeceased by his parents.
Funeral Service at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, July 24 at Sunset Funeral Home, 8800 N. Alpine Rd, Machesney Park. Visitation on Monday July 23 at 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. in Sunset Funeral Home. Entombment after Military Honors in Sunset Memorial Gardens. To share a condolence www.sunsetfhmemgardens.com
