Paul John Trybul

Paul Trybul, 81, of Rockford (formerly Sycamore), IL, passed away at home on October 14, 2026.

Paul was born on June 20, 1945, in Chicago, IL, to Theodore and Sophie (Michalik) Trybul. He graduated high school in Albuquerque, New Mexico and then moved back to the Chicago area. Paul served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. He spent his career in Purchasing, which brought him to the Sycamore area, and then just prior to retirement to Rockford. During his time in Sycamore, he was an active member of the Sycamore VFW.

Paul was an avid outdoor enthusiast. He loved hunting and fishing, and was happiest spending time at one of his many fishing spots with his son. In his retirement, he enjoyed vegetable gardening and creating a native garden to support birds and butterflies. In these last few years, he enjoyed sharing a home with Will and Emma.

Paul is survived by his children, Angie (Brock) Byers and Paul (Sarah) Trybul; grandchildren, Paige (Brandon) Adams, Emma Morgan, Isaac Trybul and William Caldwell whom he loved like a grandson; great granddaughter Renley Adams; brother, Michael (Terry) Trybul and sister Therese (Edward) Bures, as well as many nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by his parents; sister, Diane Bunij and brother Theodore Trybul.

A private Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Per Paul’s wishes, following cremation, no services will be held. Stateline Cremations is assisting the family, 6204 Forest Hills Rd., Loves Park, IL 61111. www.statelinecremations.com

The family thanks the ICU staff at Javon Bae Hospital, as well as the staff at Mercyhealth at Home Hospice for their compassionate care of Paul.