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Carl E. Ponds Funeral Home Inc.
200 N. Johnston Ave, Rockford, IL 61101
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James leaves to cherish many loving memories, two sons, James (little James) Santos and James (Booboo) Santos; two daughters, Shantiquia Holliman and Tierra Hansel; 7 grandchildren, Demarion, Zyiona, Ymeric, Kasim, Tahonnie, Tysir and Piper; three sisters, Sharon (Eric) Walker, Jeniffer (Aloysius) Hasenfratz and Veronica Taylor; three brothers, George (Jenny) Roach and William (Carmille) Hill; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his parents Patty A. Hill and James Taylor; and brother Rafeal Santos.
Service 11:00 a.m. Friday, November 14, 2025 at Carl E. Ponds Funeral Home Inc. 200 N. Johnston Ave. Burial in Cedar Bluff Cemetery. Visitation will be held 9:00 a.m. until the time of service.
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Upcoming Events
Nov
14
Visitation
9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Carl E. Ponds Funeral Home Inc.
200 N. Johnston Ave, Rockford, IL 61101
Send FlowersNov
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Funeral service
11:00 a.m.
Carl E. Ponds Funeral Home Inc.
200 N. Johnston Ave, Rockford, IL 61101
Send FlowersServices provided by
Carl E. Ponds Funeral Home Inc.Only 10 hours left for delivery to next service.