Benny Merl “Poppy” O’Connor, 70, of Rockford died Wednesday, May 12, 2010 at his residence. Born October 26, 1939 in Sedgwick, Ark, the son of Jake and Hazel O’Connor. Benny retired from Sunbeam/ Butternut Bread Company. Survivors include his children Len O’Connor, Lisa (Keith) Nelson, William (Laura) O’Connor, Dora O’Connor, Ty (Kim) Nelson and Tywanna Miller (Shannon Woollums); grandchildren Jake, Trevor, Levi, Josh, Cody, Heather, Jordan D., Arron and Jordan N, Tabitha and Danny; great granddaughters Imagin and Yiana; one brother and three sisters. He was predeceased by the love of his life Joyce O’Connor, grandson Tyler Nelson and three brothers. Services will be 10:00 am Tuesday, May 18, 2010 at Sunset Funeral Home, 8800 N. Alpine, Machesney Park. Visitation will be from 6-8 pm Monday, May 17 at the funeral home. Entombment will be in Sunset Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the family. Online condolences may be given to the family at sunsetfhmemgardens.com.