We are sad to announce that on March 27, 2024 we had to say goodbye to Melvin West of Rockford, Illinois, born in Neelyville, Missouri. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by : his parents, Arthur J. West and Sina West; and his siblings, Bob West, Bill West, Leon West and Romalee Warren.

He is survived by : his wife Rita; his children, Richard West (Catherine), Charles West (Tracy), Craig West (Kim) and Pamela Barr; and his siblings, Norma Turner, Emma Brooks and Marvin West. He is also survived by six grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, May 18th 2024 at 11:00 AM at the Sunset Funeral Home (8800 N Alpine Rd, Machesney Park, IL 61115).