Herbert H Stenger

Herbert H. Stenger, 89, of Rockford passed away Monday, May 21, 2012, at Wesley Willows Nursing Home in Rockford.

He was born November 27, 1922 in Rockford, IL the 5th son of Charles and Eva (Kuntzelman) Stenger , he married L. Verrell Moring on February 8, 1947 and devoted 65 loving years with her until her death on February 18, 2012.

Herb is survived by four children, Ronald (Janet) Jones, Michael (Marie) Stenger , Sandra (Phil) Ross and Charles (Barb) Stenger and grandchildren, Michelle Schiller, Melissa Stenger, Matthew Stenger, William Ross, Josh Ross, Becky Quirk, Carrie Casgoigne, Jason Jones and Jennifer Jones and several great grand children

Devoted father, Herb was always active in all the childrens activities. He loved to hunt, fish, camp and any outdoor activities, he was a master craftsman. No task could not be conquered.

Herb was a charter member of Kepota Sportman Club and a partner in Thunder Rock Trap and Skeet in Rockton, IL. As well as a Life Time Member of the Moose Club. A Proud Marine veteran from WWII, Herb served in the South Pacific during WWII, although he talked very little about his service. After returning to civilian life, he was active in the Marine Corp Color Guard.

After retirement from Pattern making, Herb and Verrell loved to travel, including Europe, and cruises to Alaska. They also enjoyed day trips and the theatre. Actively involved with several senior groups, including Golden Agers and Amcore Bank.

Special THANKS to the staff at Wesley Willows who gave so much support to both Herb and Verrell during there stay there and the staff of VNA Hospice, especially Julie.

Visitation will be from10:00 a.m. until time of service at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, May 30, 2012, at Sunset Funeral Home, 8800 N. Alpine Rd. Machesney Park, IL. The Rev Bruce Main will officiate. Inurnment will be at Sunset Memorial Gardens, Machesney Park, IL following services.

Memorials may be made to Wesley Willows Good Samaritan Fund. Online condolences may be made to www.sunsetfhmemgardens.com.

Cremation rites will be accorded.