Stephen Stromberg

Stephen G. Stromberg, 82 of Rockford passed away in his home on February 27, 2025. He was born on February 18, 1943, in Rockford to Paul and Helen (Gardiner) Stromberg. He graduated from West High school in 1961 and was proud to be from the North End neighborhood where he lived most of his life.

He worked as a banker for many years and later in life followed in his father and grandfather's footsteps into the interior decorating field as a professional painter. Steve was very artistic, crafting his skill as a shore bird and duck decoy carver and artist. Steve had a great eye for antiques, was an avid collector and student of local history. He loved fishing and the outdoors.

Steve had many lifelong friends, never knew a stranger and could carry on a great conversation about many things! Steve looked forward to his weekly breakfasts and lunches with great friends where there was never a shortage of topics to talk about. He was also a friend of Bill. (A special acknowledgment to the Downtown Group.)

Stephen is survived by nephew Brian (Jodi) Stromberg and family. Special companion Julie Kappes, Gus the cat! and many life-long friends. He is predeceased by both parents and brother Carl Stromberg.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday April 12, 2025, at GPS Faith Community 11189 Forest Hills Road Machesney Park, IL 61115 at 1pm. Please bring a story to share. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Noah's Ark in Stephen's name.

Interment was private at Arlington Memorial Park, Rockford IL.

Stateline Cremations is assisting the family., 6204 Forrest Hills Rd., Loves Park, IL 61111. www.statelinecremations.com