Arnold James Tillema Obituary

We are sad to announce that on April 11, 2025, at the age of 84, Arnold James Tillema of Belvidere, Illinois passed away. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Albert Tillema and Dorothy Tillema (Sytsma); his wife Mary Roberts; and his brother Donald. He is survived by: his children, Lynne Panzella (Greg), Barry Tillema, Mark Tillema (Jenny), Randy Tillema (Jessica) and Keith Tillema (Christine); his grandchildren, Grant, Bryce Panzella, Karli, Sydney, Sophie Tillema, Josephine, Genevieve Tillema, Annlynne and Katlynne Tillema; and his brothers, Gerald and Alfred Tillema (Winifred).

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to Rockford SO at 1524 Bruner Street, Rockford, IL 61103.