Joseph D. Southard Obituary

We are sad to announce that, on February 22, 2026, at the age of 74, Joseph D. Southard of Rockford, Illinois passed away. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Joseph D. Southard to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his son Angelo Southard; and his parent Carmen Southard. He is survived by: his wife Marsha Southard; his children, Joseph Dion Southard, Donald Southard (Angela), Chamelle Southard and Demetrius Southard; his grandchildren, DeVontez Davis, Tiaja McShane, Steven Southard and Kingston Southard; his great grandchildren, Peyton King and Sonali Kolb; his siblings, LT Southard, William Southard, Brenda Southard-Malone, Judy Ann Damon, Tammy Southard and Priscilla Davis; his aunt Helen Jones; his uncle Eddie Southard; and his cousin Felix Washington. He is also survived by numerous cousins, nieces, nephews, and friends.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the American Cancer Association.