Roscoe - Elmer J. Wallin was called to heaven on Saturday, March 24, 2012. Born October 17, 1933 in Arkansas to Elmer and Florence (Miller) Wallin. He married Rose Opengo on February 5, 1955 and together raised 5 children. Elmer, worked as a tool and die maker for over 45 years at Amerock. He was all about being an American. He was raised on a farm and enjoyed golfing, gardening,and bowling.

Survived by wife of 57 years, Rose; children, Mike (Stacey), John (Amanda), Roseann (Floyd) Twes and Christine Jackson; brothers, Earl (Geraldine) and Boyce (Joanne); sisters, Lucille and Joyce; 6 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. Predeceased by son, Dale and sisters, Lola Mae, and Paulette.

Memorial Service at 10:30a.m. on Thursday, March 29, 2012 at Honquest Family Funeral Homes with Crematory, Roscoe Chapel 11342 N. Main St. Roscoe, Il. with visitation from 10:00 a.m. until time of service. To express condolences or share a memory visit honquestfh.com.