Merle M. Guglielmetti, 94, of Rockford, passed away on November 30, under hospice care in Rosewood Care Center of Rockford. She was born July 15, 1918 in Centerville, Iowa. She was the daughter of Grace and Chester Efaw. She married John Guglielmetti in January of 1937 in Centerville, Iowa.
Merle was truly devoted to her family and loved to play cards and watch the Chicago Cubs. She also loved to fish and vacation in Minnesota.
She is survived by her sons, James (Karen) Guglielmetti, and John (Judy) Guglielmetti; many grandchildren, great grandchildren, and great, great grandchildren.
She was predeceased by her husband, John; parents, daughter, Sondra Boase and son-in-law, Ronald Boase.
Funeral Service, 11 a.m., Monday, December 3, at Sunset Funeral Gardens, 8800 N. Alpine Road, Machesney Park. Pastor Ron Meyer officiating. Visitation, 10 a.m. to time of service at 11a.m. at the funeral home. Private interment in Sunset Memorial Gardens. Online condolences may be submitted at www.sunsetfhmemgardens.com.