Clarence Grammer

Clarence William Grammer, Jr., 71, of Loves Park, died in his home on September 12, 2019. Born August 21, 1948 in St. Louis, Missouri; son of Clarence Sr. and Edna (Krouse) Grammer. Graduated from Belvidere High School and served in the US Army during the Vietnam Conflict and earned 2 Purple Hearts. Clarence worked for Rockford Products and as Ground’s Maintenance for Hononegah High School. He also was a volunteer firefighter for about 10 years. He was a motorcycle enthusiast and enjoyed working on cars. You could always find him tinkering on something in his garage. Survivors include his children Jessica Grammer, Jeremy (Jason) Grammer-Gold, Sondra Grammer, and Tyler (Fiancé Ryan King) Grammer; grandchildren Elvia Jo, Annastasia, and Christopher Grammer; sister Joan Isaacson, several nieces and nephews, and former spouse Margaret Grammer. He is preceded in death by his parents and sister Joyce Maglio. A private Celebration of Life has yet to be determined. Cremation rites have been accorded. Stateline Cremations is assisting the family, 7307 N. Alpine Rd., Loves Park.