Robert Coon

October 2, 1931 — February 23, 2024

Robert E. “Bob” Coon, 92, of Rockford, passed away on February 23, 2024, in his niece’s home. Born October 2, 1931, in Thomson, IL; the son of Robert and May (Spencer) Coon, Sr. Bob married his childhood sweetheart, Irene Clarke. They were married 70 years. He was a US Navy veteran and he was an iron worker for over 30 years with the Local 498 union. Bob was also a foreman for Area Erectors. His boss always said he didn’t run the company, Bob did. He was known as a hard worker and always fair. Bob and Irene never had any children of their own, so they became very close with their nieces and nephews. He lived the last years of his life with his niece Alyse and her husband David Gerard. They both took care of him. He was a loving, wonderful man and he will be missed.

Survived by his nephews William E. Coon and Randall S. Coon; nieces Kristy Coon, and Charlene (James) Hunter; great-nephews Billy (Maria) Coon, Joe (Christina) Coon, Keith (Paula) Stenback, Adam (Melanie) Hunter, Michael (Judy), Tim, and Joe Quinlin; great-nieces Alyse (David) Gerard, Melinda (Shane) Gardner, and Stephanie (John) Minnik; and special great-great-nephews that were like his grandchildren Sammy and Jake Gerard. He is predeceased by his wife Irene, parents Robert and May Coon, brother William R. Coon; and sisters Gladys Quinlin and Betty Wright.

There will be a private memorial at a later date. Stateline Cremations is assisting the family, 6204 Forest Hills Rd, Loves Park, IL 61111. www.statelinecremations.com

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