Rhonda Pottinger

Rhonda Lynn Pottinger (59) of Rockford, Illinois departed this life on February 22nd, 2025. She passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by her husband and sons.

Rhonda was born on August 20th, 1965, to Patsy and Richard Pfaffinger. She was raised in Marengo, Illinois and married the love of her life Robert (R.C.) Pottinger on June 9th, 1990. She trained as a dental hygienist and worked as such throughout the years. Through fundraisers and banquets she created connections and memories throughout the Rockford community. Through thick and thin she raised three unique boys and will someday be a perfect grandmother in spirit.

She was a light of imperishable kindness for her family, friends, and countless others. She found friendships everywhere she went, from the Midwest to both coasts of Florida. She loved to walk on the beach, gathering seashells and enjoying the peace of the ocean. She lived every day with an endless strength and pure joy of life that shined through her smile and laugh, illuminating everyone’s lives. She shared a love that was selfless, boundless, and beyond.

She is survived by her husband of 34 years, Robert (R.C.) Pottinger, her three sons, Chase, Conlan, and Bobby, her beloved dog Leo, her sister, Kenda Martin, her father, Richard Pfaffinger, and was preceded in death by her mother, Patsy Pfaffinger.

The family would like to thank the incredible doctors and staff of Northwestern Memorial Hospital, along with Pastor Rick Meier, Pastor Don Wink, the Alpine Lutheran Church for their spiritual support and prayers, along with the overwhelming number of people who’ve reached out in support before and after her passing. Rhonda will live on through their memory of her life and legendary kindness.

A visitation will be held at Alpine Lutheran Church, 5001 Forest View Avenue, Rockford, IL 61108 on Saturday, March 8th, from 9:00am-11:00am with a church service at 11:30am. A celebration of life will be held at Mauh-Nah-Tee-See Country Club, beginning at 1:00pm.

The Rhonda Pottinger Scholarship Fund benefiting the Dental Hygiene Program of Rock Valley College has been established in her name. Donations may be made to the fund at: https://41860.thankyou4caring.org/RVCFoundation

Donations may also be made to Alpine Lutheran Church at 5001 Forest View Ave., Rockford, IL 61108.

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