Barbara A. Fuca

Barbara A. Fuca, 73, Rockford, died at 2:10 a.m. Sunday, September 26, 2010 in OSF St. Anthony Medical Center. Born May 7, 1937 in St. John's Newfoundland, Canada, daughter of Robert and Elsie Heale Cook. Rockford resident since coming here from Canada in 1953. Married Albert F. Fuca in June of 1957. Barb always had a good time going to garage sales and thrift shops. She had a special connection with nature that showed through her beautiful yard and flowers. She was also a wonderful homemaker and cook and a devoted grandmother. Survivors include her husband, Albert; son, Frank (Debbie) Fuca; daughter, Barbara Jean "Bobbie" Fuca; grandchildren, Adam Fuca, Holly Fuca and Kristen Fuca (Jamie Johnson brothers, Robert, Herbert, Jim and Paul Cook; sisters, Dorothy Ross, Edna Ashman, Olga Soper, Marilyn Cook and numerous nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her parents, 2 sisters and a brother. A memorial visitation will be held from 6-8 p.m. Thursday, September 30, 2010 in Fitzgerald Funeral Home & Crematory, Mulford Chapel, 1860 S. Mulford Rd. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the family. Express condolences and share memories at www.fitzgeraldfh.com.