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William J. "Bill" McConnaughy
1920 - 2019
William J. "Bill" McConnaughy
1920 - 2019
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1920
DIED
2019
William McConnaughy Obituary
William "Bill" James McConnaughy, 99, of Rockford passed away Friday, September 20, 2019, in his home. Born February 8, 1920, in Bloomington, Indiana, the son of William James Coyle and Emily Cordelia (Richards) McConnaughy. Lived in the Rockford area for 74 years, coming here from Big Springs, Texas. Veteran of World War II, serving in the Army Air Corps. Married Dorothy Jean Philips on November 1, 1942, in Big Spring, Texas. Formerly employed by Tri State Aluminum. Bill loved a full and wonderful life. Survivors include his daughter, Billie Jean Boute; grandsons, Kyle Boute and Brad Boute; great-granddaughter, Rhiannon Boute. Predeceased by his parents and wife. Thank you to Hospice Care of America for their wonderful care and compassion in helping Bill. To their team of Nick, Laura, Sue, Sam, Melinda, Chaplain Marks, John, Sheryl, Dianne, Juan and the late Dr. Michael Werckle. Also, a big thank you to the caregivers: Jenny and feline companion, Mitsy, and Marta, Don and Lily who brightened Bill's days; and special friend, Brenda.
Service at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, September 28, 2019, in Delehanty Funeral Home, Ltd., 401 River Lane, Loves Park, with visitation from 9:30 a.m. to service time. Burial in Willwood Burial Park. Visit delehantyfh.com.
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September 28, 2019
So sorry to learn of Bill's passing. He was a wonderful neighbor. Our sympathy to you. Betty D'Agnolo.
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Serena Partch
September 28, 2019
BILLIE JEAN,
PRAYERS & OUR LORD'S BLESSINGS TO YOU FOLLOWING THE PASSING OF YOUR FATHER. WHAT A WONDERFUL PICTURE WITH HIS GREAT SMILE.
WISHING YOU DAILY SUNSHINE FROM WITHIN.
YOUR CHILDHOOD FRIEND FROM KILBURN AVENUE,
SERENA SHORES PARTCH
Margaret Knoup
September 27, 2019
Billie Jean
Sorry to hear of the loss of your father, parents are so special we will always remember them .
Marg Knoup
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