James Clyde McFaddin, 79, of Rockford, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 6, 2020. Born October 7, 1940 in Dante, Virginia. Son of Walter B. and Ella Juanita (Greer) McFaddin. Moved to the Rockford area with his family at the age of 10. United in marriage to Betty Gayle Smith in July 1958. Betty predeceased him on February 5, 2008. James found enjoyment in painting as a business, gardening his flowerbeds, watching the Chicago Bears and Cubs and going to McDonald’s for breakfast with his brother every morning. Above all, he had the most enjoyment spending time with his family especially his grandchildren.
Survived by his daughters, Renee (Tim) Stewart, Evelyn (Ron) Johnson, Teonna (Mike) Patrick; grandchildren, Ashley (Tim) Mumma, Tim Stewart, Kylie (Tim) Kotnour, Erin (Jason) Neisewander, Shawn McFaddin, Leah (Paul) Kinsella, Jared Badker, Dylan Badker, Ondrea Patrick; great-grandchildren, Caiden Stewart, Logan Gaddo, Avalee Mumma, Elijah Mumma, Isabella McFaddin, Rosilyn McFaddin, Sophia McFaddin, Conan Kinsella, Owen Kinsella, Lilah Kinsella, Hunter Maddox, Lilly Owens, Cullen Owens, Emma Owens; great-grandpuppy, Bridgett; daughter-in-law, Linda McFaddin; sisters, Enola Gay Martin, Shirley Mae (Joe) Nettles; brother, George (Rose) McFaddin; several nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents; wife, Betty; son, Terry James McFaddin; brother-in-law, Willie Martin.
Celebration of Life Funeral at 10 a.m. on Thursday, July 9 at Sunset Funeral Home, 8800 N. Alpine Rd, Machesney Park. Walk Thru visitation at 9 a.m. until time of service. Burial following in Sunset Memorial Gardens. Funeral service will be livestreamed at www.Facebook.com/SunsetFuneralHomeIL. To share a condolence www.sunsetfhmemgardens.com
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