John C. Conti

John C. Conti 73 of Rockford passed away Monday July 11, 2016 in Swedish American Hospital after a sudden illness. He was born April 23, 1943 in Rockford to Angelo and Anita Conti. He graduated from West High School, class of 61. He married Lynda Foss on October 10, 1992 in Rockford. John worked for the United States Postal Service for many years. He enjoyed the Cubs, Bears, Trivial Pursuit, golf and boating.
Survivors include his wife, Lynda of Rockford. Children, Beth (Tom) Sullivan of South Elgin, Chad Conti of Rockford, Sara (Eric) Norman of St. Charles, Shawn Leifker of Rockford and Sarah (Daniel) Reyes of Poplar Grove. Grandchildren, Alex, Brett, Mitchell, Claire, Emma, Madelynn, Tory, Ryan, Nathan, Natalie and Nicolas. Sisters, Sonja Conti, Tanya (George) Franklin and Arlene (Joe) Blades. Brother, Lincoln Stephenson and Richard Conti. Sister-in-law, Laurie Untersee. Numerous nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents, and Step-father, Ray Stephenson. Stepson, Eric Leifker and Niece, Lisa Maurici. Sister Lisa Conti and Brother Terry Conti.
Funeral Service at 6pm Friday July 15, 2016 at Fitzgerald Funeral Home, 1860 South Mulford Road. Visitation from 4pm until service time Friday in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers memorials to be established by the family. Express online condolences at www.fitzgeraldfh.com