Thomas “Cuss” Edward Elder, 69, of Rockford, passed away in his home on September 18, 2024. He was born on April 21, 1955, in Rockford, IL; the son of Thomas O. and Betty S. (Spradlin) Elder. He married Tara Fuller on September 12, 2003. Thomas liked to play poker and enjoyed woodworking. He was a gun enthusiast, and he enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his three grandkids.
Survivors include his wife Tara Fuller; children James McFadden, Ian McFadden, and Katelyn Elder; 3 granddaughters; brothers Terry (Sue) Elder, Jimmy (Rebecca) Elder, and Andy (Aletta) Elder; and several nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his parents and brother Cletus “Joe” and John “Tony”.
A Celebration of Life picnic, just as Thomas wanted, will be held at 1 pm, Saturday, October 12, 2024, at Killbuck Bluffs Forest Preserve, Edgewood Shelter, 3061 South Bend Rd., Rockford, IL 61109. Stateline Cremations is assisting the family, 6204 Forest Hills Rd., Loves Park, IL 61111. www.statelinecremations.com