Geraldine "Jerrie" Black's obituary , Passed away on April 27, 2026 in Rockford, Illinois

Geraldine "Jerrie" Black

November 7, 1943 - April 27, 2026 (82 years old)

Rockford, Illinois

Geraldine "Jerrie" Black's obituary , Passed away on April 27, 2026 in Rockford, Illinois

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Geraldine "Jerrie" Black

November 7, 1943 - April 27, 2026 (82 years old)

Rockford, Illinois

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Geraldine Black Obituary

We bid farewell to Geraldine Black of Rockford, Illinois, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on April 27, 2026 at the age of 82. Geraldine touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Geraldine Black to pay them a last tribute.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Gerald Pals and Mavis Pals (Dewey); and her brothers, Robert Pals and Greg Pals. She is survived by: her children, Shari Johnson (Stuart), Julie Edwards (Gene) and William Black (Beth); her grandchildren, Holly Johnson, Quincy Johnson, Timothy Johnson, Nathan Black and Brandon Black; her sister Patricia Cooper; and her nieces, Stacey, Tracey, Kim and Kari.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Noah's Ark Animal Sanctuary (https://www.noahsarkanimals.org) or the Arthritis Foundation.

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