James "Jim" Sansone, 72, of Monroe Center, passed away on July 6, 2025, after a battle with cancer. He was born on June 10, 1953, in Rockford; the son of Vito Jack Sansone and Donna Leonard Rossi. Jim had worked for Swenson Spreader in Lindenwood, IL. He enjoyed tending to his vegetable garden and raising chickens. He was also a member of the SM & SF Club.
Jim is survived by his siblings Louis Rossi, Vincent Sansone, and Kathy Sansone; and several nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his parents Vito and Donna; brothers Gary Sansone and Marty Rossi, and sister Constance Bradley.
A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Stateline Cremations is assisting the family, 6204 Forest Hills Rd., Loves Park, IL 61111. www.statelinecremations.com