Caroline-Ontjes-Obituary

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Caroline L. Ontjes

Freeport, Illinois

Jan 5, 1937 – Jan 14, 2024

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BORN
January 5, 1937
DIED
January 14, 2024
LOCATION
Freeport, Illinois

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Walker Mortuary, Ltd. - Freeport Obituary

Caroline L. Ontjes, 87 of Rockford, formerly of the Freeport area died on January 14, 2024 at Independence Village in Rockford.  She met her husband, Gerald at Burgess Battery in Freeport Illinois in 1956 and they married 8/10/1957.  She had wanted to go on to be a nurse after school, but...

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Caroline was a dear friend of my mother Geraldine. I remember her visiting us in PA with another cherished friend, Lorraine. There was always lots of laughter and creativity in Caroline. We still cherish quilts and matching dresses that she made for us over the years. I remember her with a smile on my face and my heart. The last time I talked with her she shared a comment that my mother had made to her about me, and it took my breath away....thank you for sharing that with me Caroline. I...

I’m so sorry to learn of the great loss of your very special wife, mom, & grandma. I enjoyed visiting with Caroline on a few occasions, including at Krape Park when spending time with family. God Bless.

I’m very sorry to hear of Caroline’s passing. She was a friend. My sincere condolences to her family.
You are all in my prayers.
Deb Schwartz

Dave, Jenny, Randy and family. We are so sorry to hear of Caroline’s passing. I have such fond memories of hanging with you guys whenever I went to Marsha and Melinda’s. May your wonderful memories bring you peace and comfort-Jodi Manus & family

Thinking of everyone! May she rest in peace

Our sincere Sympathy to the whole Ontjes Family,on the passing of
Carolyn. She will be sadly missed. Remember all the happy times you
had together. My God wrap his arms around you all to help you through
this sad time in your lives.
Nancy and Charles Boop
Pearl City, Illinois 61062

So sorry for the loss of your wife ,mother and grandmother etc my thoughts and prayers go out to you all