Darlene J. Dennison, 76 of Rock Falls, IL. died Thursday, December 12, 2024, at her home.
She was born on September 27, 1948, in Streator, IL, the daughter of Sidney R. and Ethel T. (Hall) Simons. She married Charles Dennison, and he died in 1970. Darlene had worked as a waitress in the area. For over 30 years she worked as a CNA at Citadel of Sterling, IL. She liked to go antiquing and sewing. Darlene found great enjoyment attending her grandchildren’s and great-grandchildren’s events and functions
Survivors include her sons, Brian (Shelly) Dennison of Morrison, IL, and Brad (Tammie) Dennison of Rock Falls; sister, Bonnie Simons of Streator; five grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents and husband.
Visitation was held on Thursday, December 19, 2024, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., at the McDonald Funeral Home in Rock Falls, IL.
Graveside committal followed on Friday, December 20, 2024, at 1:00 p.m., at Riverview Cemetery, Streator, IL.
Memorials may be given in her memory to Happy Tails Animal Shelter.