Delores "De De" Emery

Delores “De De” A. Emery, 80, Rockford, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 5, 2017, in the presence of her loving husband, Jim, and her daughter, Dorothy. She was born September 15, 1937, in Rockford, the daughter of H. Leroy and Bernice (Bengtson) Anderson. De De married James “Jim” Emery in Rockford. She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church. She worked at Central Tile and Terrazzo for many years. De De enjoyed life and spending time with her friends and family.
She is survived by her loving husband, Jim; her daughters, Dorothy Pedersen of Rockford and Denise (Richard Sr.) Gladue of Uncasville, CT; her grandchildren, Christopher (Alicia), Richard Jr., Michael, Amber, Kimberley, and Amanda; her cherished great-grandson, Jeremy; her sister, Dorothy (Bruce) Lindblade ; her sister-in-law, Karen Anderson; many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her parents, her son Dan Dale and her brother, Dan Anderson. The family would like to thank her caregivers, Rainy and Yvette.
Per De De’s wishes, there will be no services at this time but a Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the ASPCA in her name. Arrangements by Fitzgerald Funeral Home and Crematory, Mulford Chapel, 1860 S. Mulford Rd. Share online condolences at www.fitzgeraldfh.com.