Rebecca "Della" Martinez's obituary , Passed away on January 29, 2026 in Rockford, Illinois

Rebecca "Della" Martinez

December 10, 1936 - January 29, 2026 (89 years old)

Rockford, Illinois

Rebecca "Della" Martinez's obituary , Passed away on January 29, 2026 in Rockford, Illinois

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Rebecca "Della" Martinez

December 10, 1936 - January 29, 2026 (89 years old)

Rockford, Illinois

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Rebecca Martinez Obituary

The world bids farewell to Rebecca Martinez (Rockford, Illinois), departing on January 29, 2026 at the age of 89. Rebecca leaves behind memories cherished by the community. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Rebecca Martinez to show support.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Victor Macias and Dolores Macias; and her siblings, Frank, Oscar, Victor, Reynaldo, Nellie and Concha.

She is survived by: her husband Fred Martinez; her children, Fred Martinez, Veronica Kuligowski (Steve), Lorie Gallagher (Chip) and Stephanie Ramirez (Julio); her grandchildren, Cathie Martinez, Ariane (Adam Viederis), Andrew, Anthony Kuligowski, Charles (Yuritzy Varela), Coeli Gallagher, Alyssa (Garrett Schweighauser), Elizabeth Martinez, Julio, Leo and Angelica Ramirez; her great grandchild Rhodes Viederis; and her siblings, Chris Macias, Cruz Jimenez and Dolores Cadena (Tony). She is also survived by many extended family members and dear friends.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
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February 2, 2026

NENE, LUCI, SADIE sent flowers

“In loving memory of Rebecca Martinez, So dearly loved. So sadly missed. God bless.”


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February 2, 2026

VICTORIA FINISTER wrote a sympathy message

“In loving memory of Rebecca Martinez, I am so deeply sorry for your loss. Della was truly the sweetest soul, and her kindness touched everyone who had the privilege of knowing her. She will always be remembered for the love and warmth she shared so freely. Sending all my love, prayers, and deepest condolences to your family during this incredibly difficult time. - FINISTER FAMILY”


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Thu

Feb 05

Visitation

Gasparini Funerals
4301 N Main St, Rockford, IL 61103

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Feb 05

Rosary

Gasparini Funerals
4301 N Main St, Rockford, IL 61103

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Feb 06

Visitation

Saint Anthony of Padua Church
1010 Ferguson St, Rockford, IL 61102

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Feb 06

Funeral Mass

Saint Anthony of Padua Church
1010 Ferguson St, Rockford, IL 61102

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