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Laurel Vidal

July 14, 1947 — May 1, 2013

LOVING WIFE AND MOTHER Laurel L. "Lindy" Vidal, 65, Rockford, passed away at home from Parkinson's Disease on Wednesday, May 1, 2013, peacefully in the arms of her loving husband and children. She was born July 14, 1947, in St. Louis, Missouri, the daughter of Jack and Wanda (Chiles) Sandberg. Lindy grew up in Sullivan, Missouri where she married Richard Vidal on October 6, 1973. She earned her Bachelor of Arts degree at Drury College in Springfield, Missouri. Lindy worked as a teacher and later a juvenile probation officer. She participated in the United Way, was a member of the PTO, and volunteered at Auburn High School. Lindy dearly loved her work as a juvenile probation officer, her role as a mother involved in her children's activities , and being with her nieces and nephews. She loved to cook, take road trips with her family, and read Harry Potter books. Lindy was blessed with many friends, including her special friends, Anita, Debby, Cindy, Diane, Donna, and Vicky. She was a down to earth, loving, and genuine person, and was immediately liked by all who met and knew her. Lindy will never be forgotten, nor will her courage and grace as she fought the pain and disabilities with her illness. The family would like to thank the wonderful staff at Van Matre HealthSouth and Hospice of America especially Lilly, Erica, Julie, and Teresa for their kind and compassionate care and friendship during Lindy's illness. Lindy's wish was to be at home and she appreciated the hours of loving care given by her husband, and her daughter, Ashley. Survived by her husband of almost 40 years, Richard; her sons, Drew (Elaine) Vidal, Nick Vidal; daughters, Ashley and Whitney; brother, Todd (Sandy) Sandberg, sisters-in-law, Cheryl Vidal, Janet (Gus) Stulreyer, and Marna (Phil) Pier; numerous loving nieces and nephews. Predeceased by infant son, Adam; brother, Jack and brothers-in-law, John (Cheryl's husband) and Steve Vidal. Celebration of life service will be held at 6:00 pm , Saturday, May 4, 2013, at Fitzgerald Funeral Home and Crematory, Mulford Chapel, 1860 S. Mulford Rd with a memorial visitation from 4:00 pm until 6:00 at the funeral home. Cremation rites have been accorded. Memorials may be made to Hospice Care of America, 3815 N. Mulford Rd. Rockford, 61114 in Lindy's name. Share online condolences at www.fitzgeraldfh.com.

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