Gerald L. Ontjes Obituary
With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Gerald L. Ontjes of Rockford, Illinois, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Gerald left this world on February 10, 2025 at the age of 94, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. 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 Gerald L. Ontjes to show support.
In the quiet moments of reflection, amidst the gentle rustle of leaves and the whispered song of the stars, we shall carry Gerald's memory with us, a guiding light illuminating the path ahead. May Gerald's journey be filled with peace and serenity, and may he find rest in the embrace of eternity.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Ontje Ontjes and Mae Ontjes (Brookman); his wife Caroline; and his daughter-in-law Joy Ontjes. He is survived by: his children, Randy Ontjes of Ridott, IL, James Ontjes of Freeport, David Ontjes of Freeport and Jennifer Cutler (Bryan) of Roscoe, Illinois.; and his brother Leonard Ontjes of Ridott, Illinois..
