Anthony J. Opengo's obituary , Passed away on October 18, 2025 in Rockford, Illinois

Anthony J. Opengo

June 11, 1938 - October 18, 2025 (87 years old)

Rockford, Illinois

Anthony J. Opengo's obituary , Passed away on October 18, 2025 in Rockford, Illinois

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Fitzgerald Funeral Home & Crematory

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Anthony J. Opengo

June 11, 1938 - October 18, 2025 (87 years old)

Rockford, Illinois

Anthony J. Opengo Obituary

With solemn reverence, we commemorate Anthony J. Opengo (Rockford, Illinois), whose life came to an end on October 18, 2025 at the age of 87, leaving behind cherished memories. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Anthony J. Opengo to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Emilio Opengo and Angeline Opengo (Polletto); his children-in-law, Kim Payton and Bernie Bandoli; his grandson Andrew Warren; and his sister Rose Wallen (Junior).

He is survived by: his children, Joseph, Cindy (Mike), Anthony Jr., Debbie, Penny (Gus), Jeffrey, Larry (Lori), Janet (John), Richard, Pamela (Brenden) and Krisie (Scott). He is also survived by 18 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren, and 2 great-great-grandsons.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, October 23rd 2025 from 9:30 AM to 10:15 AM at the Cathedral of St. Peter (1243 N Church St, Rockford, IL 61103). A funeral Mass will be held on Thursday, October 23rd 2025 at 10:30 AM at the same location. A burial will be held on Thursday, October 23rd 2025 from 12:00 PM to 12:30 PM at the Scandinavian Cemetery (1700 Rural St, Rockford, IL 61107).

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Fitzgerald Funeral Home & Crematory



Thu

Oct 23

Visitation

9:30 AM - 10:15 AM

Cathedral of St. Peter
1243 N Church St, Rockford, IL 61103

Thu

Oct 23

Funeral Mass

10:30 AM

Cathedral of St. Peter
1243 N Church St, Rockford, IL 61103

Thu

Oct 23

Burial

12:00 PM - 12:30 PM

Scandinavian Cemetery
1700 Rural St, Rockford, IL 61107

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