Donna Jean Belknap Obituary

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Donna Jean Belknap of Rockford, Illinois, who passed away on July 6, 2025, at the age of 93, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

As we bid farewell to this cherished soul, solace is taken in the memories held dear — the laughter shared, the wisdom imparted, the moments of quiet reflection in their presence. Though Donna Jean may no longer walk among us, her spirit lives on in the echoes of her kindness, the warmth of her embrace, and the light of her enduring love.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Walter Utzig and Margaret Utzig (Beyer); her siblings, Doris Utzig, David Utzig and Fern Myers; and her daughter Sandy Reilly.

She is survived by: her spouse Monral "Monty" "Red" Jerome Belknap; her children, Connie Jerfita (John) and Jeff Belknap (Sandy); and her son-in-law Steve Reilly.