Keith F Bowcock

Keith F. Bowcock, 67, of Rockford, passed away August 8, 2022, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Canada, the son of Arthur & Kay Bowcock. They moved to Bridgeport, then to the Northside of Chicago. He owned and operated Better Blanks and Screws for 30 years, passion for making screws at Slidematic. He enjoyed fishing, watching, and betting on horse racing, especially the Kentucky Derby. Most of all he loved spending time with his kids and grandchildren.
He is survived by his loving family, Michael (Patricia) Bowcock and Christine (Rocco) Pretzie; Mother Kay; grandchildren, Allesandra, Avianna, Alivia, Santino, Abriella, and Avamarie. His loving spouse Maria Bowcock of fifteen years and companion for fifty-one years; siblings, Ken (Maryann) Bowcock, Kim Schmidt, and half-brother Ron (Kelly) Kruse; dear friend, Dee; God father to Melissa and David; best friend George (Angela) Bukovatz and was the “Cool Uncle” to numerous nieces and nephews. A wonderful son-in-law to Rosaria and the late Salvatore, fond brother-in-law to so many.
Celebration of his life will be 11 a.m. Thursday, August 11, 2022, at Fitzgerald Funeral Home & Crematory, Mulford Chapel. 1860 S. Mulford Rd., Rockford, IL 61108. Visitation from 10 a.m. until time of service. Send online condolence at www.fitzgeraldfh.com.