Gary Arbisi

Gary Arbisi 64 of Rockford passed away Tuesday April 30, 2013 in Alden Debes from a long illness. Gary was born July 21, 1948 in Rockford the son of Anthony and Nancy (Raia) Arbisi. He graduated from Boylan High School class of 1966. Gary also served in the Army. He married Kathleen Dooley in Rockford on February 8, 1992. Gary started work for the City of Rockford Water Department, Winnebago County Sheriff's Department reaching the rank of Major then Deputy Chief, he retired after 33 years. Member of St Anthony Church, the Lions Club and Knights of Columbus. Gary was an avid golfer, he was also a Trumpet player in the Phantom Regiment, Drum and Bugle Corp. Survivors include his wife Kathleen. Three children, Roger (Teresa) Arbisi of Arizona, Anthony (Michelle) Arbisi of Rockford and Kate (Brian) Burke of Colorado. Three Sisters, Barbara Noto of Rockford, Shirley Tassoni of Rockford and Nancy (Michael) Gioppo of Rockford. Two Sisters-in-law MaryAnn (Robert) Severson of Texas and Vicki (Gary) Miles of Machesney Park. Brother-in-law David (Tara) Dooley of Arizona. 13 grandchildren, Roman, Roger, Rose, Gianna, Gabriella, Giacomo, Angelina, Anthony, Ana, Teresa Arbisi, all of Arizona, Giorgi, Raia Arbisi of Rockford and Gunner Burke of Colorado. Numerous nieces' nephews and cousins. Predeceased by his parents, Brother-in –laws Tony Noto and Jerry Tassoni. Special thanks to Dr Craig Rogers, Churchview Davita, Paratransit, Alden Debes and Family Hospice. Memorial mass at 10am Monday May 6, 2013 in St Anthony Church with the Franciscan Friars officiating. Memorial Visitation from 2pm until 5pm Sunday May 5, 2013 in Fitzgerald Funeral Home 1860 South Mulford Road and from 9:30am until service time Monday in the church. In lieu of flowers memorials to the family. Express online condolences at www.fitzgeraldfh.com