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Arthur Kilbreath Obituary

ARTHUR J. KILBREATH, 88 MACHESNEY PARK - Arthur J. Kilbreath, 88, of Machesney Park passed away Tuesday, May 31, 2011, in Alden Park Strathmoor Nursing Home. Born April 6, 1923, in Crockett, Ark., the son of Lon and Lillian (Gribble) Kilbreath. Married Cora Moore on Feb. 20, 1941, in Kennett, Mo. Arthur worked at Weyerhauser from 1953 to 1985. He enjoyed gardening, fishing, camping at Indian Ford Camp Grounds and taking care of his dog, Opey. Survived by children, James Kilbreath, Jeanetta (Mike) Daugherty and June (Terry) Schuelke; grandchildren, Kevin (Linda), Camilla, Travis (Leann), Nicole, Kaitlyn; great-grandchildren, Bryan, Cory, Addison, Natalie and Graysen; two great-grandchildren; sister, Ulila Fielder; brother, Charles (Sheila) Kilbreath; brother-in-law, Virgil (Estel) Moore; sister-in-law, Edith McElyea; and several nieces and nephews. Predeceased by wife, Cora Kilbreath; sister, Mary (Clarence) Moore; two infant sisters; and beloved dog, Opey. The family would like to thank all of Arthur's neighbors for all their help and kindness. Service at 2 p.m. Saturday, June 4, at Sunset Funeral Home, 8800 N. Alpine Road. Burial in Sunset Memorial Gardens. Visitation from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, June 3, in the funeral home. Tributes to the family at sunsetfhmemgar dens.com.

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Published by Rockford Register Star from Jun. 2 to Jun. 3, 2011.

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Lisa Carroll

June 4, 2011

Jeanetta, I was so saddened to hear about your Dad. He was such a sweetheart and you were a very good daughter to him. I will never forget him and his little dog!

Brian Steder

June 3, 2011

We are so sad to lose such a great neighbor and friend as Art was. He was the patriarch of the neighborhood and a great friend. He was very respected on this street and loved by all of us. He will be sorely missed. Call me when you need me.

Lynn Cumber Nygren

June 3, 2011

My condolences on the loss of your Dad. He was a good guy and a good neighbor all those years ago.

Tim Schuelke

June 3, 2011

We are so sorry for your loss. May you find peace during this difficult time.
Let us know if you need anything.

June 2, 2011

Uncle Bob and I are so sorry for your loss. We know that he will be missed dearly. Travis know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Uncle Bob and Aunt Marchell

Daniel and Katie Speer

June 2, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all in this tough time. Let us know if you need anything.

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