Mary Anna Leden

Mary Anna Leden, 84, died January 7, 2012, at Emeritus Assisted Living. Born March 11, 1927, in Evansville, WI; the daughter of Earl and Iona (Wyke) Knappenberger. Married Gerald (Jerry) Leden in Evansville on April 6, 1947. They celebrated 61 years together before Gerald's death in 2009. Mary and Jerry settled in Rockford, IL where they spent most of their married life and raised four children. Mary worked many years at the Winnebago County Recorder's office before retiring. She loved being with family and friends, especially on their many family camping trips. Survivors include children Gregory (Margo) Leden of Rockton, William (Karen) Leden of Roscoe, Cynthia Alms of Belvidere, and Jeffrey (Leila) Leden of Irwin, Iowa, nine grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her husband, two brothers, a sister and son-in law, Ronald Alms. Thank you to the staff of Heartland Hospice and Emeritus (Loyalton) for their special care.
Service 11:00 a.m., Wed., January 11, 2012 in Grace United Methodist Church, 3555 McFarland Rd., with Rev. David Aslesen officiating. Visitation at the church from 10:00 a.m. until service time on Wednesday. Burial in Sunset Memorial Gardens. Arrangements by Sundberg Funeral Home, Ltd. Online condolences at www.sundbergfh.com.  Memorials in her name to the church or Heartland Hospice.

10 - 11 a.m., Wed., Januay 11 at Grace United Methodist Church, 3555 McFarland Rd., Rockford.

11:00 a.m., Wed., January 11 in Grace United Methodist Church. 3555 McFarland Rd., Rockford.

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