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EDWARD GUY STUBBLEFIELD, 85 ROCKFORD - Edward Guy Stubblefield, 85, of Rockford died at 12:08 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 10, 2010, in Amberwood Care Center, from natural causes. Born Nov. 24, 1924 in Dalton, Ark., the son of Elijah and Mary Ann (Blackwell) Stubblefield. Lived 62 years in Rockford, coming here from Arkansas. Married the former Marie Milligan on June 11, 1945, in Walnut Ridge, Ark.; she died in 1977. Employed by Barnes Drill Co., in Rockford from 1948 to 1964, and International Association of Machinist from 1964 to 1974. He was then elected Illinois State Representative from 1974 to 1976 and then worked for the National International Association of Machinist Union Grand Lodge. Member of the Church of God in Rockford. Survivors include wife, Crystal Stubblefield; son, Dan (Karen) Stubblefield, both of Rockford; grandson, Kenneth Stubblefield of Atlanta; granddaughters, Cathleen Stubblefield of Indianapolis and Charity (Joel) Flores; and great- grandsons, Miguel and Xavier Flores, all of Crawfordsville, Ind. Funeral ceremonies at 10 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 13, in Halsted Road Baptist Church, 3326 Halsted Road, Rockford, with visitation from 9 a.m. to time of service; the Rev. Karen Stubblefield will officiate. Burial in Owen Township Cemetery. McCorkle Funeral Home, 101 Main St., Durand, assisted the family. Visit mccorklefuneralhome.com to sign online guestbook.

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Published by Rockford Register Star from Nov. 11 to Nov. 12, 2010.

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Anne Tapp

November 20, 2010

Hi Dan and Karen,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Guy. I couldn't believe this when I saw it, and, this i the first I've seen it. What a great man. I will surely miss him, and, I am very sorry.
Anne Tapp
Former Amberwood resident

William H. Bernel & Family

November 18, 2010

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

November 16, 2010

So sorry to hear of your loss. May god be with you as you go thru this sad time. May the memories guide all the family thru the future as Guy would have wished. God bless you all.
~~Jerry Sosnowski Jr.~~

Melinda Bunger

November 12, 2010

Ken,
I'm really sorry to hear of the loss of your grandfather, i know you have been really close with your family through the years.

Connie Hambrick-Rennard

November 12, 2010

To Crystal and Family~ What a prince of a guy! My late husband, Rod Hambrick dearly loved him, and politically they were two peas in a pod. What fun that had together. Our whole family treasured our friendship and Christian fellowship with both Guy and Crystal. We love you! God be with you.

Candi Utley

November 12, 2010

Dan, our heart goes out to you and your family. Your father was an amazing man, with a giant heart of gold. As sad as it is to lose such a remarkable man, he now is in a better place and will look after you and your family with out anymore more pain or suffering. May be rest in peace.

Jeanette Shackelford

November 12, 2010

Karen, I was looking for the death announcemt of my cousin when I saw Brother Stubblefield. I loved watching him in our services at Lincolnwood Baptist. His praying was like my grandfathers years back. He spoke to God as friend to friend. I know your family will miss him and remember him with a smile.

Deb Coleman-Stiles

November 11, 2010

My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead. I remember Guy from Rockford First Church of God, when my father-in-law, Paul Stiles, was pastor. Guy always showed genuine love and kindness to all. He will be sorely missed by his family and friends, but he is having a wonderful reunion with his Heavenly Father, and the friends and family who went before him.

Esther Bremer

November 11, 2010

Dear Crystal and family. Even though I did not have the opportunity to meet Guy, I just know in my heart he was a wonderful and kind man from all the wonderful things I have heard about him from our mom. He is now with our Lord in Heaven. May he rest in peace, knowing he was always surrounded by the love of his family. Sincere Sympathy, Esther Polzin Bremer and family

Mary Schalk

November 11, 2010

Crystal, am sorry to hear about Guy. He will be missed. But he is in a better place.
From the Family of Bernard & Lois Polzin.

Jasper StAngel and Family

November 11, 2010

Heartfelt condolences, Guy was a true gentleman, he always had my respect.

anthony choppi

November 11, 2010

Dan, I was sorry to hear of your loss. I remember how your grandfather helped my brother with a grant in education. He was a great man and he will be missed. We needed more men like him in this world.

R BAll '94

November 11, 2010

Charity,
There are few words to say at a time like this that can lessen the blow of a loss that is so immeasurable to you and your family. Take with you the comfort of the many years that you shared with your grandfather. Know that death is just a momentary lapse between time we spend here with loved ones until the time we join them again in heaven. Your grief will subside and peace will be found in the many wonderful memories that you have of your grandfather. Bless you and your family now and for the years to come.

David Kruse

November 11, 2010

Dan, Sorry to hear or your loss, I'll be keeping you and your family in my prayers and pray for His strength to carry you through this time.

Rick & Debi McCrillis

November 11, 2010

To The Family Of Mr.Guy StubbleField..My Husband & I Would Like To Send Our Very Deepest Heartfelt Condolences To You All..Through The Years I Have Had The Pleasure Of Meeting & Talking With Guy On Several Occasions At Various Family Events..He Was ALWAYS A Very Genuine, Caring Man Of God..It Showed In Everything He Said & Did..It Was Our Pleasure To Have Had Him In Our Life & Had Known Him..He Did Many Nice Things For Others!..He Is In The Presence Of The Lord Now..And Even Though He Was Handicapped..He Never Let It Stop Him From Being The Best Man Of God That He Could Be..It Was A Blessing Knowing Him!..Mr.& Mrs.Rick & Debi McCrillis..

Jerry Sosnowski

November 11, 2010

Chrystal--Ginny and Jerry Sosnowski and our families share in your sympanthy and memories of Guy . Stay strong and continue to fight any obsticles in your future our love to you and hope to see you soon.

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