Pauline E. Wilson

Pauline E. Wilson, 56, Rockford, passed away Saturday, February 5, 2011, in Rockford Memorial Hospital following a lengthy illness. She was born March 28, 1954, in Gary, Indiana, the daughter of Calvin and Pearlie (Tolefree) Poole. Pauline worked as a CNA for many years until retiring for medical reasons. She was a member of Faith Center and accepted Christ at an early age. Pauline loved to cook and enjoyed helping other people. Survived by her daughters, Yvette "Nicci" Howard and Yolonda Howard; her mother, Pearlie M. Tolefree, all of Rockford; sister, Felicia Tolefree of Alabama; brothers, Terry Smith of California and Jerry Smith of Indiana; uncle, Andrew Chavis of Georgia; favorite cousin Luciette Bevineau; best friend, Ellen Box; special daughter, Patricia Harris, all of Rockford; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Predeceased by her father, Calvin; brother, Philip; and grandmother, Leticia. Special thanks to the doctors, nurses, and staff at Rockford Memorial Hospital, Visiting Nurses Association, Davita Churchview Dialysis , the Paratransit drivers, and her caregivers, Chemere and Gwen for all of their kind and compassionate care.Memorial services will be 10:00 am, Saturday, February 12, 2011, at Faith Center, 4721 S. Main St. Rockford, IL 61102, with Apostle Don Lyon officiating. Cremation rites have been accorded. Fitzgerald Funeral Home and Crematory, Riverside Chapel, 3910 N. Rockton Av. Rockford, IL 61103, assisted the family. Share online condolences at www.fitzgeraldfh.com.