John Michael Vecchio

John Michael Vecchio, 66, Durand, passed away in his home on Tuesday, April 5, 2022. He was born April 19, 1955, in Rockford, the son of George and Ann (Cigretto) Vecchio. John was a graduate of Boylan Catholic High School, class of 1973, and attended the University of Illinois in Champaign. He married Terry Kelly in November of 1984. Terry passed away April 12, 2014. John was employed as a maintenance engineer at Singer Mental Health Center for many years. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and creating his own fishing lures. John was a talented wood carver. He was meticulous in his carving and took great pride in the many ducks he carved over the years, receiving several awards for his beautiful work.
John was predeceased by his father, George Vecchio; step-father, Ray Sytek, and wife Terry.
John is survived by his mother, Ann Sytek, of Rockford; his siblings, James (Patrice) Vecchio of Rockford, Steven (Kathleen) Vecchio of Rockton, Mary Ellen Klement of Oconomowoc, WI, and Andrea (John) D’Agnolo of Rockford; several nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, cousins, special friend Bridget and many special friends in Durand who have supported him over the years.
Private family funeral services were held. Fitzgerald Funeral Home and Crematory assisted the family. Share online condolences at www.fitzgeraldfh.com.