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Michael Rockwood Obituary

Michael Rockwood, of Tucson, AZ , formerly of Lemont, passed away June 18, 2012. Michael was born December 26, 1942 in Chicago. He is survived by his wife, Mary Alice Rockwood; sisters, Barbara A. (George) Zykan, Patricia (Arthur) Dominick, Geraldine (Edward) Siblik, Karen (Peter) Stoltman and brother Thomas (Stacia) Rockwood and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his brother, George Rockwood Jr. and parents. Michael enjoyed traveling and volunteering at the VA. In lieu of flowers, donations to the American Diabetes Association appreciated. Services entrusted to Vistoso Funeral Home, Tuscson, AZ. Visitation will be held Friday, July 6, 2012 from 4- 8pm with services on Saturday, July 7th. 520-544-2285 or www.vistosomemorialchapel.com.

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Published by Lemont Reporter/Met on Jun. 28, 2012.

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