James "Jim" Carabelli

James “Jim” C. Carabelli, 69, of Loves Park passed away Tuesday, August 13, 2019, in his home. Born July 24, 1950, in Rockford, the son of Eugene and Beverly (Isoz) Carabelli. Growing up, Jim was a paperboy. Formerly employed by Woodward Governor and retired from OSF St. Anthony Medical Center after 20 years of service. An avid NASCAR fan, especially a fan of Jeff Gordon. Jim was also a Cubs fan who enjoyed texting scores to his family. Beef-A-Roo was his favorite restaurant and My Girl was his favorite movie. Jim enjoyed watching the clouds and cloud formations. He was a car enthusiast. He enjoyed working on and rebuilding cars as a hobby with his brother, Jay. He was proud of his Buick that had a Corvette engine. Jim loved taking walks around the block and visiting with neighbors. His daughter, Dawn, was the most important person in his life. Survivors include his beloved daughter, Dawn (Steven) Franklin; grandchildren, Avril and Reeve; sister-in-law, Rhonda Carabelli; brother, John (Jan) Carabelli; sisters, Janice (Greg) Hobbs and Jill Carabelli; special Uncle Bob; numerous nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents; brothers, Joseph Carabelli and Jayson Carabelli; sisters, Judy Haverkampf and Jean Ann Carabelli; and loving canine companion, Cookie.

Service at 1 p.m. Sunday, August 18, 2019, in Delehanty Funeral Home, Ltd., 401 River Lane, Loves Park, with visitation from 11 a.m. to service time. Burial in Pinnacle Hill Cemetery.