Jeanne C. Lindgren

Jeanne C. Lindgren, 80, of Rockford, IL passed away on Saturday, June 23, 2018 at home with family after a long and courageous battle with several medical issues.

Jeanne was born January 22, 1938 in Rockford, IL, daughter of Robert and Mildred (Beard) Bartholomew. She married Jack Lindgren in October of 1955 in Rockford, IL. Jack passed away June 29, 1998 after a long battle with cancer. Jeanne was a long time member of Central Christian Church in Rockford. She was an involved member of the church and she was a member of the finance committee and a small group where she enjoyed the fellowship of many important people in her life. Throughout life, Jeanne especially enjoyed her family most of all, but she was interested in many activities such as, spending time with Frankie (her dog), fly fishing, traveling, gardening, cooking, grandchildren’s sporting events, tap dancing, and later in life puzzles with friends. She had many life-long friends whom she dearly loved and will miss (Jeannine, Nancy, Joanne, and others).

Survivors include her children, Edward Lindgren of Denver, CO and Julie Rylatt of Rockford, IL; grandchildren, Tyler (Megan) Lindgren, Riley Lindgren, Connor Rylatt, Kelsey Rylatt and Katy Rylatt; one great-granddaughter, Clementine; nieces, and nephews. She is predeceased by her parents; loving husband, Jack; sister, Judith Dixon and brother, James Bartholomew.

Visitation will be held on Monday, July 2, 2018 from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. at the Central Christian Church, followed by a funeral service at 12:00 p.m. Cremation rites will take place following the funeral services. Private family interment will be held at a later date.

Arrangements completed by Fitzgerald Funeral Home & Crematory, 1860 S. Mulford Road, Rockford, IL 61108. Share online condolences and memories at www.fitzgeraldfh.com