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James Rockwood Obituary

Rockwood, James F. 43, of Calumet Park, employee of Edward J. Hines V.A. Hospital, beloved son of the late Milton and Dorothy, loving brother of Richard (Sharon), Kathleen, Cheryl (Gary) Wetherholt, Steven (Lesly) and Patricia (Brent) Meeker, devoted uncle of Mark, Paul, David, Anna, Samantha, Sunni, Lisa, Danielle, Sarah and Kaitlin, dear nephew of Beatrice Rosentrater and Tony Goode. Visitation Thursday, 3 to 9 p.m. Funeral Friday, 10 a.m., at Krueger Funeral Home, 13050 Greenwood Ave., Blue Island. Cremation private. 708-388-1300

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Mar. 2, 2005.

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Cheryl Wetherholt

October 23, 2025

Today I light a candle aglow in remembrance of your heavenly birthday, James Frederick Rockwood. Kathy and you have been reunited, forever you two live with Our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Missing you both and remembering the love we shared, still carry treasured memories of you both in my heart. Dance and celebrate today in His Glorious Presence! Love you always!! your big sis, Cheryl

Cheryl Wetherholt

February 27, 2025

Today I light this candle aglow, on your 20th Remembrance Day, my beloved younger brother James Frederick Rockwood. I miss you, we all miss you! Sending you hugs, kisses and forever love on the wings of an eternal butterfly, to His heavenly realm. Looking forward to one day being reunited with you! Love you to the moon and beyond!! your big sis, Cheryl

Cheryl Wetherholt

October 23, 2024

Tonight I light a candle aglow in remembrance of your heavenly birthday, James Frederick Rockwood. I miss you, our sister Kathy remembers you when we talk. If I could, I'd fill a balloon with all the love, hugs and kisses that it would hold, and then I'd release it to be carried to His heavenly realm for your birthday. You've already received the best present ever, you get to live forever in His Presence. Love you to the moon and beyond!! your big sis, Cheryl

Cheryl Wetherholt

May 24, 2024

Remembering you on National Brother's Day, James Frederick Rockwood, with forever love!! your big sis, Cheryl

Cheryl Wetherholt

February 27, 2024

Tonight I light this candle aglow my beloved younger brother, James Frederick Rockwood, on your 19th Remembrance Day. I miss you, your whole family also misses you too. Sending you hugs, kisses and forever love on the wings of an eternal butterfly, to the heavenly realm. Looking forward to our reunion day! Love you to the moon and beyond!! your big sis, Cheryl

Cheryl Wetherholt

November 12, 2023

Tonight I light a candle aglow in remembrance of your heavenly birthday, James Frederick Rockwood, which was on October 23rd. I'm a few weeks late, was consumed with concern for our sister. I've many treasured memories of you, and will carry them in my heart until we're reunited in the presence of Our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. With forever love, xoxoxo's, your big sis, Cheryl

Cheryl Wetherholt

April 10, 2023

Jim, sending forever love to the heavenly realm, in the beaming light of a beautiful blue butterfly. Awaiting our reunion day, in the glorious presence of Our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. xoxoxo's your big sis, Cheryl

Cheryl Wetherholt

February 27, 2023

18 years ago today, you went home unexpectedly, James Frederick Rockwood. You were only here for 43 years and 4 months, we were all blessed to have you as our brother, all of us remember something special about you. One of my favorite childhood memories is taking you and our little sister on adventures in the neighborhood. A special candle is aglow tonight, in honor of your Remembrance Day. Missing you until we meet again in His presence. Love you to the moon and beyond!! Sending treasured love, numerous hugs and bunches of kisses to the heavenly realm. your big sis, Cheryl

Cheryl Wetherholt

December 26, 2022

Today's the day after Christmas, missing you and others that have gone home to be in His presence. The greatest gift mankind ever received, Our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. James Frederick Rockwood, remembering our childhood Christmas' and the joy that I felt from us all being together. Sending you love, hugs and kisses to the heavenly realm. Until we meet again in His presence, your big sis, Cheryl

Cheryl Wetherholt

October 23, 2022

Remembering you as you celebrate your heavenly birthday James, in the presence of Our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. 61 years ago today our family received a precious gift from God. I remember the baby with the blondish red hair. When you were older and grew a beard it always came out red. I shall always love you and treasure all of our childhood memories. I've lit two candles aglow tonight in remembrance of your birthday. Missing you until we meet again in His presence. xoxoxo's and prayers, your big sis, Cheryl

Cheryl Wetherholt

February 27, 2022

I'm lighting a candle tonight, for your 17th Remembrance Day. You are remembered and forever loved by your family, James Frederick Rockwood. Thought of you often today, cherished memories of you are forever held in my heart. I'll miss you until we meet again in His presence. I'll love you always!! With xoxoxo's, your big sis, Cheryl

Cheryl Wetherholt

October 23, 2021

Remembering you as you celebrate your heavenly birthday James, in the presence of Our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. 60 years ago today you made your debut, and blessed your family with love. I'll light a candle today in remembrance of your special day. With forever love, your big sis, Cheryl

Cheryl Wetherholt

February 24, 2021

I light this candle today in anticipation of your 16th Remembrance Day, February 27th. I can not believe that you've been gone from us for so long. You helped in your niece and nephews' college education, I know you would have been happy to do that for them. James Frederick Rockwood, I love you to the moon and beyond!!
With xoxoxo's,
your sister, Cheryl

Cheryl Wetherholt

October 23, 2020

I light this candle today in remembrance of your birthday, James Frederick Rockwood. I love you little brother and I do miss you, to the moon and beyond!! I'll always remember your willingness to help me with chores when we were young, I don't remember if I ever said thank you. Thank you beloved brother.
xoxoxo's Cheryl

Cheryl Wetherholt

October 23, 2019

I light this candle tonight in remembrance of your birthday, James Frederick Rockwood. I love you little brother and I miss you, to the moon and beyond!! xoxoxo's Cheryl

Cheryl Wetherholt

April 18, 2019

I light this candle aglow in remembrance of you, my little brother, James Frederick Rockwood. I love you to the moon and beyond!! xoxoxo's Cheryl

Cheryl Wetherholt

March 6, 2005

Dear Jim,

I love you and I miss you. I know your with our Lord Jesus Christ in heaven. I look forward to seeing you again someday.



With Love,

Your Sister,

Hugs and Kisses too,

Cheryl Ann

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