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Alice Kinney Obituary

ALICE MAE KINNEY, 85 LOVING WIFE, MOTHER, GRANDMOTHER AND GREAT-GRANDMOTHER ROCKFORD - Alice Mae Kinney, 85, of Rockford passed away Thursday, Nov. 13, 2008, in her home, surrounded by her family. Born Dec. 8, 1922, in Rockford, the daughter of Clarence and Alice (Cauminant) Paden. Married Raymond L. Kinney in Burgaw, S.C., on July 24, 1943; he died Jan. 6, 2000. Alice was a member of Broadway United Methodist Church and a former member of Centennial United Methodist Church. Alice and Raymond were also past members of the United Ostomy Association of America. She loved reading, crocheting, card games and being on the computer. Alice also loved to travel and work in her flower garden. Most of all, she enjoyed spending time with her family. She loved to be around her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Survived by daughters, Rae Ann Geiger and Christina Lynn (Terry) Schwiesow; grandchildren, Erica Ann (John) Green, Andrea Lynn Geiger, Teresa Louise Schwiesow, Stacey Lynn Schwiesow; great-grandchildren, Peyton Elise Green, Mason Henry Green, Avery Claire Green; aunt, Rose Bergstrom; and numerous cousins and extended family. Predeceased by parents and husband. Service at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 18, in Fitzgerald Funeral Home and Crematory, Mulford Chapel, 1860 S. Mulford Road, with Andrew Gates conducting services. Visitation from 6 to 8 p.m., Monday, Nov. 17, in the funeral home, also from 10 a.m. Tuesday, to time of service. Interment in Willwood Burial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to the Visiting Nurses Association, 4223 E. State St., Rockford, Il 61108. To express condolences online please visit www.fitzgeraldfh.com.

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Published by Rockford Register Star from Nov. 15 to Nov. 21, 2008.

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Diane Brennan

November 20, 2008

Ray Ann and Chris,
I have many fond memories of your mom. I enjoyed bowling with her and mom for a couple of years, she was a hoot! I remember coming over to your house and playing down in the basement (I'm sure you guys hated it when we came over, and had to entertain us!).
I'm so sorry for your loss, Alice was a one-of-a-kind Lady!
Love,
Diane Brennan

Laura Carlson Ellis

November 17, 2008

Thinking of you during this difficult time.

Dawn Puckett-Ellis

November 15, 2008

Dear Rae Ann and Chris,
I am so sorry to hear about your Mom's passing. I have memories of going over to your house when we were growing up.
Your Mom was always so pleasant and smiling. My prayers are with both of you and your families.
God Bless you,

Roland (Rollie) Wysong

November 15, 2008

Dear Rae Ann and Christina Lynn
It is a sad time for you and all of your family. We all lost a wonderful person this day. Ray and Alice and I grew up together so Alice was like a sister to me as Ray was like a brother to me. We went to school and graduated together. I am sadden with Alice passing on but it pleases me to know that she is now with Ray as she mourned Ray's death for the past eight years. I have been so pleased that Alice and I stayed in touch talking on the phone in the past years. We just talked recently and she was always in good spirts. I am so sadden that our phone visits will be no more. May God Bless you and all of your family and be with you through your sorrow. Goodbye my Dear Alice from your old friend. Virginia and I will always cherish our so many memories that we have and remember all of the good fun times that we had with you and Ray. With love to you Alice from Rollie.

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